“When taught well, physical education enthuses and inspires pupils to participate fully and develop a life-long love of physical activity, sport and exercise” (Ofsted).

This evident life-long love of P.E shines through the children who make up our Sports Council here at Pitmaston. These children consist of one Sports Captain and one Vice Sports Captain for each house. Our Sports Council is an elected group of children who were awarded the post after stating their aims and objectives for the role within an election assembly. They have several important responsibilities; the most important one is providing a voice for the pupils of Pitmaston in all matters relating to sport.

They have meetings with PE leads and the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that pupils ideas and opinions are heard. Further roles and responsibilities of our Sports Council range from ensuring all equipment is tidily stored and maintained, to independently organising playground sporting activities for all children to partake in, on a drop-in basis. Our Sports Council act as a binding link between the pupils and P.E coordinators at Pitmaston, taking part in regular Pupil Voice opportunities with Miss Widdett. They share the views and opinions of all children, suggesting activities and opportunities which will enthuse even the most reluctant of sportsmen and women. As the year goes on, more responsibilities emerge for these dedicated children, providing a superb dose of accountability.