Strategic Communication and Collaborative Problem-Solving
•Year 6
•Outdoor Adventurous Activities
•Arrange in 3x3 grid pattern with 2m spacing between hoops
Alternative: Rope circles, chalk circles, or cones to mark spaces
Different colour sets for each team, stored in team zones
Alternative: Bean bags, markers, or coloured bibs
Distributed before activity starts for clear team identification
Alternative: Coloured bands or markers
For timing rounds and activity transitions
Alternative: Mobile phone timer or wall clock
For recording tactics and key learning points
Alternative: Large paper and felt tips
Guiding and directing a team to achieve shared goals
Planned strategies used to achieve success in competitive situations
Clearly sharing information, ideas and instructions with others
Assigning specific tasks and responsibilities to team members
An overall plan or approach to achieve team objectives
Working together effectively towards a common goal
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Verbal communication skills, precise vocabulary usage, listening and speaking in formal and informal contexts
Spatial reasoning with grid coordinates, strategic probability in game outcomes, pattern recognition in tactical sequences
Logical thinking and problem-solving algorithms, sequence planning and debugging strategies
Leadership qualities and responsibility, teamwork and cooperation, building confidence and self-esteem
Move between team areas and grid for optimal supervision and communication support
Monitor communication clarity, tactical thinking development, and inclusive leadership behaviours
Step in when communication breaks down, safety concerns arise, or students need leadership support
Model clear communication techniques, show tactical thinking processes, demonstrate inclusive leadership behaviours
Large indoor hall or outdoor area minimum 15m x 15m, clear of obstacles with non-slip surface
Dry, even surface free from hazards, hoops securely positioned and stable
Stop all activity immediately on safety concern, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid or support, adjust activity if needed
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