Balance It & the UK National Curriculum for PE
How Balance It supports the UK National Curriculum for Physical Education across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, with Ofsted-ready planning and assessment.
UK National Curriculum for Physical Education
The UK National Curriculum for Physical Education aims to ensure that all pupils develop competence to excel in a broad range of physical activities, are physically active for sustained periods of time, engage in competitive sports and activities, and lead healthy, active lives.
View Full CurriculumKey Stage 1 (Ages 5-7)
Develop balance, agility and co-ordination
Balance It's beginner-level static and dynamic balance challenges are specifically designed to develop these fundamental movement skills in young learners.
Participate in team games, developing simple tactics for attacking and defending
The "Balance Battle" feature encourages teamwork and strategic thinking in a competitive yet supportive environment, developing cooperation skills.
Perform dances using simple movement patterns
Balance It's custom routines can be used to create simple choreographed sequences that incorporate balance poses, supporting movement sequencing and performance skills.
Key Stage 2 (Ages 7-11)
Develop flexibility, strength, technique, control and balance
The progressive nature of Balance It challenges helps students develop increasing control and balance through regular practice of both static and dynamic balance activities.
Compare performances with previous ones and demonstrate improvement
Balance It's progress tracking and self-assessment features allow students to monitor their improvement over time, supporting reflection and goal-setting.
Take part in outdoor and adventurous activity challenges
Balance It activities can be performed outdoors, with the app providing structured challenges in different environments that promote teamwork and cooperation.
Teacher Resources
Ofsted-Ready Lesson Plans
Balance It provides lesson plans that align with UK National Curriculum requirements and support Ofsted inspection criteria across all core experience areas.
Assessment for Learning Tools
The app includes self-assessment tools that help teachers gather evidence of pupil progress in line with UK assessment frameworks.
PE and Sport Premium Support
Balance It helps schools demonstrate effective use of the PE and Sport Premium funding through measurable outcomes in balance skills, teamwork, and movement performance.