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Xishan Primary School

Physical Education

Explore how Physical Education at Xishan Primary builds active, resilient students through diverse sports, outdoor adventures, and key programmes like SEP and Camp G.R.I.T.

Last updated 21 August 2026

Objectives

To develop active and resilient students by building their confidence in leading an active and healthy lifestyle.

Physical and Sports Development Framework

Diagram showing Active and Healthy Living framework with four levels: Strong Foundation, Broad-Based Development, Sports Pursuit, and High Performance.

Adapted from 2024 Physical Education Syllabus

The Primary Physical Education programme provides students with a broad range of movement experiences to support holistic development and lay a strong foundation for lifelong physical activity.

• Lower Primary: Emphasises the development of fundamental motor skills and the understanding of basic movement concepts to improve movement performance.

• Upper Primary: Builds on these foundations by challenging students with more complex movements, sequences, and the application of skills across a variety of activities and games.

Beyond physical skills and game understanding, Physical Education lessons also offer rich opportunities for students to develop sportsmanship values such as teamwork, respect, and fair play.

Learning Areas

• Athletics (From Primary 4)

• Dance

• Games and Sports

• Gymnastics

• Physical and Health Fitness

• Swimming (Primary 4)

• Outdoor Education

Key Programmes

Unstructured play supports cognitive development, promotes social growth through peer interaction, and contributes to emotional well-being by helping children manage stress and build resilience.

• Rise- to-Shine: Designed to help students start the day with energy, motivation, and a positive mindset. The programme encourages students to start each morning, with them engaging in different sports activities at the School Field and Sheltered Basketball Court across the week.

• Recess Play: Recess play provides students with opportunities to engage in physical activities and interact with their peers.

Kids in white and red jerseys play soccer on a green turf field surrounded by apartment buildings and trees.

Students playing Football during Morning Rise-to-Shine

A group of young school children in white and green uniforms holding basketballs on an outdoor court.

Students enjoyed shooting hoops at our Morning Rise-to-Shine

Students in white shirts and dark shorts play badminton on an outdoor court beside white school buildings.

Students playing Badminton during Recess Play

Sports Education Program (SEP)

The Sports Education Programme (SEP) is a collaborative initiative by Sport Singapore and the Ministry of Education aimed at strengthening sports education, cultivating a positive sporting culture in schools, and expanding opportunities for students to participate in a variety of sports.

• Primary 1 – Samba Dance

• Primary 2 – Taekwondo

• Primary 3 – Inline Skating

• Primary 5 – Golf

• Primary 6 – Modern Pentathlon

Young children in white and black school uniforms practice a dance routine together in a bright indoor hall.

Our Primary 1 students participating in the Samba Dance Sports Education Programme

Children in white shirts and black shorts practice taekwondo moves in a school gymnasium led by an instructor.

Our Primary 2 students participating in the Taekwondo Sports Education Programme

Children in pink helmets and protective gear practice inline skating on an outdoor covered court near a basketball hoop.

Our Primary 3 students participating in the Inline Skating Sports Education Programme

Five children in white shirts and black shorts practice golf swings on a green field under a blue cloudy sky.

Our Primary 5 students participating in the Golf Sports Education Programme

Two students in helmets spar with foam sticks in a gymnasium while others watch nearby.

Our Primary 5 students participating in the Golf Sports Education Programme (Fencing)

Children participate in indoor activities on a wooden gymnasium floor with high ceilings, fans, and a stage at the far end.

Our Primary 6 students participating in the Modern Pentathlon Sports Education Programme (Laser Shooting)

Primary 4 SwimSafer 2.0 Programme

Our Primary 4 students had a fun and fulfilling time during their cohort swimming programme — learning essential water safety skills and building confidence in the pool!

Children in green caps and life vests jump into an outdoor pool supervised by an instructor in a blue shirt.

Our Primary 4 students building water confidence

A group of children wearing green swim caps sit on bleachers near a colorful pool area, smiling and posing.

Students bonding with one another during the SwimSafer 2.0 Programme

P5 Outdoor Adventure Camp (G.R.I.T) - Growing Resilient and Independent Together

Camp G.R.I.T. is without a doubt the highlight of any P5 student in Xishan Primary School. This 3D2N camp is conducted at MOE Outdoor Adventure Learning Centres and facilitated by qualified Outdoor Adventure Educators and Teachers.

During the camp, the students will get a chance to grow, be resilient and independent while experiencing the following activities:

  • Communal living

  • Day trek

  • Night walk

  • Low/High elements

  • Outdoor cooking

  • Campfire

  • Caving

  • Abseiling

  • Rock Climbing

Several people wearing helmets and harnesses climb a tall outdoor rock wall surrounded by green trees.

Our Primary 5 students doing Abseiling at the Outdoor Adventure Camp

A group of students in white and maroon shirts walking along old railway tracks lined with green trees.

Our Primary 5 students on their outdoor adventure hike

Children in white shirts and black shorts play an outdoor activity using colorful foam letter tiles on a paved area.

Students working on their communication and collaboration skills through teambuilding games

Children in matching uniforms and masks serve themselves food at a buffet line with fruit and hot dishes.

Our P5 students taking turns to serve food to their peers during mealtimes

Four children in blue helmets and red shirts navigate a rope course outdoors surrounded by trees.

Students having fun and overcoming their fear of heights at the tower circuit

P6 Graduation Run

The Graduation Run aims to impart valuable lessons to our students, emphasising that it's not about the speed at which they progress or how well they start. Rather, it's about finding purpose and meaning in their journey.

During the run, which takes place within our school compound, students jog down memory lane alongside their peers, reflecting on their time at Xishan Primary School and memories they have shared.

Large group of students in white uniforms sitting on a covered court floor, facing a person standing at the front.

Our Principal, Mrs Chng, addressing the students before their Graduation Run

Students in white shirts and black shorts exercise in rows on a covered school basketball court.

Our PE teacher, Mr Azrin, leading everyone in the warm-up

An adult in black clothing stands with three students in white and black school uniforms outdoors near a green fence.

Students taking a walk down memory lane during the Graduation Run

Students in white shirts and black shorts run outdoors near a chain-link fence with buildings in the background.

Students running alongside their peers

A large group of uniformed students pose in front of Xishan Primary School, a white multi-story building.

Our 2025 Graduands

Sports Carnival

The Sports Carnival is an annual event where students come together to enjoy a fun day of sports and activities, building friendships and school spirit.

Children and a coach practice soccer on a green turf field beside a multi-story school building on a sunny day.

Students participating in the station games during our annual Sports Carnival

Children play with balls on a colorful outdoor court next to a large inflatable game structure.

Students having fun at the carnival booths during Sports Carnival