Assessment Athletics Activities for Year 6

Partners time each other running for 10 seconds, counting cones passed to establish baseline pace for longer challenges

Partners measure maximum 10-second sprint performance then explore sustainability concepts

Structured self-assessment and reflection on learning using visual thumb indicators and discussion

Learn proper measurement techniques and athletics rules through practical application and reflection

A systematic activity to help students identify their stronger jumping foot through controlled testing and comparison

Structured assessment activity where students complete self-assessment and peer assessment using a Head/Hands/Heart matrix with four performance levels (Emerging, Developing, Secure, Mastering) covering knowledge, physical skills, and attitude

Children learn to measure their vertical jumping ability using wall marking technique

Progressive cardiovascular endurance test where students run 20m shuttles in time with audio beeps that progressively increase in speed until they can no longer maintain the pace

Take on the role of Olympic officials to accurately measure and record throwing distances

Students work in pairs to coach each other's jumping technique using structured observation and feedback

Collaborative discussion activity where students identify and create a criteria checklist for evaluating quality performances using technical vocabulary

Timed sprint challenge where students work to improve their own distance over multiple attempts with peer support

Students set realistic personal targets then attempt to achieve them using learned pacing principles

Small group balance assessment where students stand on one foot and reach forward to touch cones arranged in a semi-circle, testing and developing dynamic balance, core strength, and determination

Formal athletics competition format applying shot put technique with measurement and officiating

A collaborative decision-making activity where teams strategically select members for different events based on individual strengths

Individual demonstration of chosen throwing technique with peer observation and distance comparison