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Year 9–10 Physical Education
Physical Education · Years 9–10
Assesses students across movement concepts, skill application, personal responsibility, and contribution to a positive team environment.
Criteria
Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts
ExcellenceAccurately explains relevant movement concepts (e.g. tactics, body mechanics, spatial awareness) and links them to performance.
MeritShows understanding of key concepts; explanations are mostly accurate though links to performance could be deeper.
AchievedDemonstrates basic understanding of concepts; explanations may be surface-level or general.
Not AchievedShows limited understanding of movement concepts; explanations are unclear or inaccurate.
Applies skills effectively in context
ExcellenceConsistently executes key skills with control and adapts them appropriately under game or performance conditions.
MeritApplies most skills competently in practice; some inconsistency under pressure.
AchievedPerforms basic skills adequately in isolated drills; application in game/performance context is developing.
Not AchievedSkills are not yet reliable; performance is significantly affected by lack of technical control.
Shows personal responsibility and positive attitude
ExcellenceConsistently arrives prepared, follows safety guidelines, sets and pursues personal goals, and responds positively to challenge and feedback.
MeritGenerally responsible and positive; occasionally needs reminders about safety or preparation.
AchievedMeets basic expectations for participation; attitude and effort are inconsistent.
Not AchievedFrequently unprepared, disengaged, or responds poorly to feedback and challenge.
Contributes to a positive team environment
ExcellenceActively encourages teammates, communicates constructively, takes on different roles willingly, and helps resolve conflict positively.
MeritGenerally supportive of teammates and fulfils team roles reliably.
AchievedParticipates in team activities but contribution to team dynamics is limited.
Not AchievedContributes little to the team or has a negative effect on team cohesion.