At Rayleigh Primary, we aim to inspire every child to enjoy sport and understand the importance of keeping active and healthy. Our PE lessons are designed to be fun, inclusive and progressive, giving pupils the chance to develop confidence, skills and teamwork. Children experience a wide variety of sports, including football, netball, gymnastics, dance, athletics and cricket. Swimming is a key part of our curriculum, with every class swimming once a week in our own covered pool.

We are proud to provide excellent PE equipment and facilities. Our large field at Spring Gardens gives pupils the space to enjoy team games, athletics and outdoor activities, helping them to build resilience, cooperation and a love of sport. Alongside lessons, children also take part in sports festivals and competitions with other schools, experiencing both friendly, non-competitive events and opportunities to develop sportsmanship in competitive settings.

By the time they leave Rayleigh Primary, pupils have developed a wide range of physical skills, confidence in their abilities and a positive attitude towards fitness that will last a lifetime.

PE timetable - September 2025 

Bumblebees: Wednesday & Thursday 

Ladybirds: Tuesday & Friday 
Year 1 Jet: Monday & Thursday 

Year 1 Diamond: Tuesday & Thursday 

Year 2 Sapphire: Tuesday & Wednesday 

Year 2 Emerald: Wednesday & Friday 

Year 3 Jade: Tuesday & Thursday 

Year 3 Opal: Tuesday & Wednesday 

Year 4 Amber: Monday and Thursday   

Year 4 Moonstone: Tuesday & Friday   

Year 5 Onyx: Monday & Thursday 

Year 5 Aquamarine: Wednesday & Friday 

Year 6 Amethyst: Monday & Thursday  

Year 6 Beryl: Monday & Wednesday 

Children should come to school in PE kits on their PE days. Please check our uniform information. 

(Nursery pupils do not need to wear PE kit but should wear comfortable clothing and active-style footwear each day.)

Year 1-6 Swimming Timetable (from 8th September 2025)

Year 1 Jet: Thursday

Year 1 Diamond: Friday

Year 2 Sapphire: Thursday

Year 2 Emerald: Friday

Year 3 Jade: Wednesday 

Year 3 Opal: Wednesday

Year 4 Amber: Tuesday

Year 4 Moonstone: Tuesday

Year 5 Onyx: Monday

Year 5 Aquamarine: Monday

Year 6 Amethyst: Friday

Year 6 Beryl: Thursday 

Please ensure that your child has the appropriate swimming attire ready for the lessons. This must include a swimming costume (shorts or costume- two piece allowed) and a swim hat. Goggles are optional; please send a pair if your child wishes to wear them. We recommend that all items are clearly labelled with your child's name to prevent any mix-ups. If there are any problems sourcing a kit, please let us know and we will do our best to support you.  If your child has their ears pierced please ensure earrings are removed before they swim. If this is not possible a waiver form will need to be completed which can be obtained from the school office.