Lesson 6 - Playing a Round and Keeping Score
Foundation Golf Skills
•Year 2
•Golf
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How can we play golf safely whilst demonstrating the school games values and keeping accurate scores?
Learning Objectives
- To play a complete round of golf safely whilst keeping accurate scores
- To demonstrate school games values throughout the game
- To show awareness of golf boundaries, rules and etiquette
Key Outcomes
- Students will complete a full round of golf maintaining safety awareness
- Students will accurately record their scores using proper golf terminology
- Students will demonstrate respect, patience and support for others
Equipment & Resources Required
Place at designated starting stations
Alternative: Large plastic clubs, hockey sticks
Available at putting areas and starting stations
Alternative: Smaller clubs, modified hockey sticks
Extra balls available for lost shots
Alternative: Large foam balls, tennis balls
Green hoops as holes, blue/yellow as hazards
Alternative: Cones, marker spots, rope circles
Mark 5-metre intervals and course boundaries
Alternative: Marker spots, rope
Include hole numbers, par, score columns
Alternative: Paper and clipboards, mini whiteboards
Attached to scorecards with string
Alternative: Whiteboard pens for reusable cards
Key Vocabulary
The expected number of shots to complete a hole
Completing a hole in fewer shots than par (eagle, birdie)
Taking more shots than par to complete a hole (bogey, double bogey)
Obstacles on golf course like water or sand that add penalty shots
Proper behaviour and manners expected on a golf course
Record sheet for tracking shots taken on each hole
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic golf swing technique with iron and putter
- Understanding of golf safety and etiquette
- Recognition of different golf equipment and their uses
Current Skills
- Playing complete rounds whilst maintaining scores
- Applying all golf skills in game situations
- Demonstrating school games values during competition
Next Steps
- Advanced course design and strategy
- Teaching and coaching others
- Exploring golf opportunities in the local community
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Safety first - always check area is clear before swinging golf club
- Honesty in scoring builds character and makes golf enjoyable for everyone
- Choose the right club for each shot - iron for distance, putter for accuracy
- Golf etiquette creates respectful environment - quiet, still, and supportive
- School games values apply especially during competition - maintain integrity
- Course management involves strategy and decision-making, not just hitting hard
- Self-assessment helps identify areas for improvement and celebrates progress
Common Misconceptions
- Golf is just about hitting the ball as hard as possible - emphasise accuracy and control
- Scoring doesn't matter in PE - explain how honest scoring builds character
- Golf etiquette is unnecessary - demonstrate how it shows respect for others
- Only skilled students can enjoy golf - celebrate effort and improvement over ability
- Golf is an individual sport - highlight teamwork elements and peer support
- Par is just a suggestion - explain how par provides fair challenge measurement
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter holes to maintain focus, clear role definitions in pairs, regular positive feedback and movement breaks
dyspraxia
- Larger golf balls for easier contact, simplified club selection, extra practice time, step-by-step written instructions
autism spectrum
- Clear visual course map, predictable routine for each hole, quiet zones available for breaks
visual impairment
- Large, bright coloured hoops for targets, verbal descriptions of course layout, buddy system for guidance
hearing impairment
- Visual signals for course rules, written scorecard instructions, clear visual demonstrations of technique
physical disability
- Shorter golf clubs or adapted equipment, seated putting options, modified scoring system for different abilities
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting shots and calculating scores, understanding par system and over/under calculations, measuring distances on course
Science
Forces and angles in golf swing mechanics, trajectory and momentum of golf balls, friction between club and ball
Geography
Designing course layouts and understanding spatial relationships, mapping hole positions and strategies
PSHE
Honesty and integrity in self-scoring, patience and resilience during challenging holes, teamwork and supporting others
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Central location with clear sight lines to all course holes, able to move quickly to any group needing support
Observation Focus
Watch for proper club handling, honest scoring, demonstration of school games values, and skill progression
Intervention Points
Step in immediately for safety issues, support struggling partnerships, clarify rules when needed
Demonstration Notes
Model ideal golf behaviour: proper stance, club selection reasoning, honest scoring, and encouraging support for others
Verbal Cues
- •'Safety check first - look around before you swing!'
- •'Great golf etiquette - staying perfectly still!'
- •'Honest scoring shows excellent integrity!'
- •'Choose your club wisely for this shot!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Large hall or outdoor area minimum 30m x 40m for 10-hole course plus driving range
Surface Check
Even, dry surface free from holes or hazards, adequate grip for golf movements
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Golf clubs checked for secure heads and appropriate length
- •Balls inspected for cracks or damage
- •Scorecards and pencils have no sharp edges
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Golf club strikes to people or property
- •Trips and falls over course equipment
- •Ball strikes to other students
- •Overexertion during competitive play
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear shooting directions established away from other groups
- •Mandatory safety check before every swing
- •Adequate spacing between holes and groups
- •Progressive skill building before competitive play
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for visibility of all holes simultaneously
- •Monitor driving range area particularly closely
- •Intervene immediately for unsafe club handling
Emergency Procedures
Stop all play immediately, assess injury, appropriate first aid response, contact school procedures