Assessment Gymnastics Activities for Year 6

Structured peer evaluation where students give specific feedback using dance vocabulary and the 2 stars and a wish format

Interactive quiz to assess understanding of counterbalance vs counter-tension concepts

Students perform a complete multi-element gymnastics sequence demonstrating control, flow, and technique

Groups observe each other's performances and provide structured, constructive feedback using specific criteria

Students observe partner sequences and provide structured, constructive feedback using gymnastics criteria

Students perform their sequences for audiences and engage in structured peer assessment using specific criteria.

Groups demonstrate their completed gymnastics sequences while audiences appreciate performances and reflect on learning achievements

Groups perform for each other and give structured positive feedback using simple criteria

Groups perform sequences for evaluation, receive feedback, practice improvements, and perform again to demonstrate progress

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

Students learn to judge performances using established criteria and provide constructive feedback

Groups perform their prepared work while others observe using specific criteria, celebrating achievement and identifying learning

Groups perform their sequences while peers identify compositional ideas and provide constructive feedback

Students demonstrate their current gymnastics skills and knowledge through free exploration and structured movements.

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

Structured framework for creating and teaching gymnastic sequences using Space-Task-Equipment-People model

Structured peer assessment activity where students perform for partners, then give specific constructive feedback using 'two stars and a wish' format with technical vocabulary