The physical education programme at OWIS is designed to promote physical, social and emotional development in our students while simultaneously teaching them about the importance of healthy competition and teamwork. Our specialist-led classes incorporate the fundamentals of both team and individual sports while also teaching students about the value of making physical activity a lifelong healthy habit.
In addition to our physical education programme, students at OWIS have the opportunity to get involved in team sports. These co-curricular activities allow students to connect with their classmates and teachers while competing against other schools in the area.
From early childhood through secondary school, our sports curriculum consists of age-appropriate activities that build on students' existing skill sets and help them form new ones. Here's an overview of what we offer in our physical education programme and our after-school sports activities.
Gymnastics
Bat and ball skills
Dance
Teamwork challenges
Students continue to refine skills and movements in organised sports as they progress from one grade to the next.
Striking and fielding
Net and ball games
Aesthetic performance
Athletics and outwitting opponents
Dance
Ultimate frisbee
Outdoor adventure challenges
Table tennis
Karate
Multisports
Fitness boot camp
Cheerleading
Karate
Football
Basketball
Netball
Tennis
Cheerleading
Karate
Athletics
Netball
Basketball
Table tennis
Football
Touch rugby
Cheerleading
Student led team sports within the House system are directed by House Captains who are responsible for organising teams and ensuring fair play.
Students have the opportunity to use their skills on behalf of a team and take pride in what they've learned and accomplished. Sports provide an excellent way for students to enjoy a sense of community with other House members. Participation is easy because there's no need to sign up. House Captains select the teams ahead of time.
Team sports help to lay the foundation to prepare our children to be tomorrow's dynamic leaders.
At this age, health and fitness in school are intended to challenge students' locomotor abilities. We provide a safe, comfortable environment for young children to learn to use and control their bodies through coordination and balance, take risks and challenge their abilities. Engaging lessons get our students excited about sports and exercise.
At this level, our physical education programme aligns with core values of the Primary Years Programme (PYP), including the units of inquiry students explore in the classroom. Participation in team sports enables children to be more resilient, learn self-control, form healthy relationships and of course, boost their physical health.
In our secondary school sports programme, the PE curriculum includes two specialists classes per week. Every year, students participate in seven units, and each lasts 5-6 weeks. Well-thought-out units are designed to promote skills in 4 areas:
Thinking skills - engaging and preparing for lessons
Attitude and approach to activities and sports
Performance and motor skills
Demonstrating knowledge and application of skills
These skills are important not only in individual and team sports, but they're also essential for success in higher education, careers and all other areas of life.
All students at OWIS have sports instruction but those students that wish to pursue further studies in PE have the option to complete an CAIE IGCSE in Physical Education in Grade 9 and 10. For our IBDP student physical education is covered under their CAS programme.
PE Teacher, CCA Coordinator
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Lingesh is from Singapore. He studied at Edith Cowan University, Perth and graduated with a BSc in Exercise and Sports Science. He completed his teacher training from National Institute of Education. He is a certified Asian Football Confederation "C" Licence Coach (AFC), Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (ASCA Level 1) and has an MOE Service Excellence Award 2019 (Silver).
Lingesh was inspired to become a teacher because of his respect and awe for teachers. He believes that teaching and learning are two-way. Teachers not only teach but also learn from students, such as when a child asks a novel question or completes the lesson in a unique way. These form learning moments for the teacher, which can be used in the future.
At OWIS, he is looking forward to meeting with the students to share his knowledge of PE through fun and engaging ways. He also looks forward to interacting with the friendly staff at OWIS.
In his free time, Lingesh loves playing with his son. In addition, he enjoys exercising and the outdoors. He regularly goes for runs and cycling. He also does CrossFit workouts and plays futsal to keep fit and healthy.
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Jacinta studied in Australia where she earned her Bachelor’s Teaching Degree in Outdoor and Physical Education Studies from the University of Australia.
Jacinta is excited to be able to share her knowledge and expertise in health and sports with students at OWIS Nanyang. Jacinta looks forward to educating them on living a healthy and balanced lifestyle through staying active. She strives to help each individual student create a positive mindset towards sports and outdoor activities and fostering their ability and skills to become lifelong learners and incredible human beings who are worthy of making a long-lasting impact in the world.
Jacinta enjoys being outdoors, she loves nature and is constantly involved in some sort of physical fitness related activity such as rock climbing.
She is currently training to be a ninja warrior and hopes to compete in the near future. When not active, Jacinta likes reading novels, and hanging out with friends and her dog Ringgo.
Jacinta is excited to be a part of the OWIS community!
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Neha completed her Masters in Physical Education from Barkatullah University, India, and then started her teaching career as a Physical Education teacher and basketball coach. She has 14 years of teaching experience and was teaching in Dubai prior to moving to OWIS in Singapore. She has been the recipient of the Best Basketball Coach Award, among other accolades.
Neha believes in promoting a healthy lifestyle and teamwork through physical education. She teaches fitness, responsibility and respect by providing a fun and safe environment for her students.
At OWIS, she's looking forward to planning, implementing and evaluating the curriculum and motivating students to be physically fit. She teaches kindness to learners through sports activities that encourage collaboration and communication. In addition, she focuses on sports that build a sense of togetherness amongst classmates. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies and sketching.
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Darren graduated with Masters degree in Exercise Science from Edith Cowan University and a Bachelor degree in Social Science from Charles Stuart University in Australia. He is also a certified Welmed and Fitness trainer, Technical Education teacher, Fitness Instructor, NAPFA Tester and Beep Tester.
Darren has taught Physical Education and has been the head of the department in Singapore schools. He also had an opportunity to be part of a non-profit organisation dealing with intellectual disabled athletes based in Washington DC and Singapore.
Darren firmly believes that all children are raw pieces of diamond and with polishing, they will dazzle and shine. He is also a strong believer in 'inclusive' sports where all athletes are treated equally regardless of their physical ability, and must have access to equal opportunity to participate in any form of sporting events and activities.
Darren has represented Singapore in Rowing in the 2005 SEA Games that took place in Philippines. He still maintains this sport and works out in the gym to stay in shape. Darren spends his weekends volunteering at a local elderly nursing home. He also likes to read books and play the drums.
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