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Oxon CE Primary School

Physical Development

Aspects of physical development includes; Gross Motor Skills and Fine Motor Skills

Through activities that take place indoors and outdoors, including PE and Forest school sessions, children develop physical skills to;

  • Negotiate space and obstacles safely, with consideration for themselves and others.
  • Demonstrate strength, balance and coordination when playing.
  • Move energetically, such as running, jumping, dancing, hopping, skipping and climbing.
  • Hold a pencil effectively in preparation for fluent writing – using the tripod grip in almost all cases.
  • Use a range of small tools, including scissors, paint brushes and cutlery.
  • Begin to show accuracy and care when drawing.