Lesson 4 - Jumping Development
Body Control & Movement
•Reception
•Fundamental Movement Skills
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How can we use our whole body to jump like different animals?
Learning Objectives
- To develop jumping with correct take-off and landing technique
- To demonstrate control and coordination in jumping movements
- To apply jumping skills in different contexts and directions
Key Outcomes
- Students will be able to jump with two feet together using correct technique
- Students will demonstrate safe landing with bent knees
- Students will show progression in jumping distance and accuracy
Equipment & Resources Required
Spaced 1 metre apart in line
Alternative: Mats, carpet squares, or marked floor areas
Various stations - some for start points, some for distance markers
Alternative: Bean bags, markers, or water bottles
Laid flat on ground with clear approach space
Alternative: Chalk lines, tape on floor, or rope ladder
Arranged in line with 50cm gaps between
Alternative: Chalk circles, rope circles, or marked floor circles
Height approximately 15cm, spaced 1 metre apart
Alternative: Pool noodles on cones, small cones, or bean bags
Key Vocabulary
To make your knees go down towards the floor
Both feet side by side, jumping and landing at the same time
Staying steady and not falling over
The moment your feet leave the ground to jump
When your feet touch the ground after jumping
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic understanding of bend and stretch
- Ability to follow simple instructions
- Basic spatial awareness and turn-taking
Current Skills
- Two-footed jumping technique
- Safe landing with bent knees
- Jumping over obstacles and for distance
Next Steps
- One-footed hopping
- Jumping with rotation
- Combining jumping with other locomotive skills
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Always emphasise two feet together for take-off and landing
- Bend knees on landing to absorb impact safely
- Use arms to help with balance and distance
- Look forward not down when jumping
- Land softly and quietly
- Take turns and help others
- Challenge yourself but stay safe
Common Misconceptions
- One foot jumping is the same as two feet jumping - emphasise both feet together
- Landing with straight legs is acceptable - teach bent knee absorption
- Arms don't matter in jumping - demonstrate arm swing for distance
- Looking down helps accuracy - teach forward gaze for safety
- Harder challenges are always better - emphasise personal progress over comparison
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Short activity bursts, clear boundaries, frequent movement between stations
dyspraxia
- Simplified movement patterns, extra practice time, use of larger equipment targets
autism spectrum
- Clear routine structure, visual schedule of activities, quiet spaces available if needed
visual impairment
- Use bright coloured equipment, verbal descriptions of spatial layout, buddy system for guidance
hearing impairment
- Clear visual demonstrations, use of gesture signals, written/pictorial instructions displayed
physical disability
- Adapted jumping from seated position, upper body movements, modified equipment heights
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting cones jumped past, measuring distances, comparing heights of jumps
Science
Forces in jumping, gravity affecting landing, muscle use in jumping
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Central position during circuit to observe all stations, move to provide individual support
Observation Focus
Focus on landing technique, two-footed take-offs, balance control, and confidence levels
Intervention Points
Step in if unsafe technique observed, children becoming frustrated, or equipment issues arise
Demonstration Notes
Always demonstrate jumping technique yourself, exaggerate knee bend for visibility, show arm swing clearly
Verbal Cues
- •'Bend those knees!'
- •'Two feet together!'
- •'Soft landings!'
- •'Look where you're going!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 15m x 10m clear space with additional area for equipment storage
Surface Check
Non-slip surface, free from water or debris, appropriate for jumping activities
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check hoops are intact with no sharp edges
- •Ensure base stations are stable and non-slip
- •Verify mini hurdles are appropriate height and stable
- •Check ladder is flat and secure on floor
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Falls from incorrect landing technique
- •Collisions between children during activities
- •Trips over equipment or other children
- •Overexertion in young children
Risk Mitigation
- •Emphasis on soft landings with bent knees
- •Clear station boundaries and movement patterns
- •One-way systems around circuit stations
- •Regular breaks and technique reminders
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to see all stations simultaneously
- •Move between stations to provide close support
- •Watch for fatigue and technique breakdown
Emergency Procedures
STOP signal recognised by all children, first aid accessible, clear evacuation route identified