Physical Education Assessment

Physical education (P.E.) is a key component in school curriculums as it assists learners in developing their cognitive and physical skills, thus enhancing their overall academic performances. In England, PE is incorporated into the school curriculum as it promotes students' mental and physical well-being. On the other hand, assessment is integral to physical education as it assists teachers in scaling the student's understanding and identification of student’s strengths and weaknesses, and it encourages the provision of feedback to aid in their learning process. Through addressing the statutory assessment needs of P.E. in England, obstacles faced in enhancing assessment, and the purpose and characteristics of high-quality formative assessment, the essay strives to provide a comprehensive understanding of key formative assessment practices in physical education.