Sample of 8 week Basketball lesson

8-Lesson Basketball Scheme of Work ( 1 lesson Free Sample)
Overview:
This is a sample of 1 lesson for a resource that provides a complete 8-lesson scheme of work for basketball, designed for KS3/KS4 PE. It focuses on developing technical skills, tactical understanding, and teamwork through progressive, engaging activities.

What’s Included:

Lesson 1 Full Plan: Catching & Passing (Chest Pass, Bounce Pass, Pivot) with warm-up, skill drills, main game, plenary, and SEN adaptations.
Teacher Guidance: Clear organisation tips, behaviour & safety expectations, differentiation strategies, and key coaching habits for all lessons.
Assessment Framework: Includes a detailed progression grid (Emerging → Mastery) for passing, dribbling, shooting, pivoting, decision-making, and team play.
Scheme Outcomes: Students will learn core basketball skills (passing, dribbling, shooting, pivoting), tactical concepts (spacing, creating advantages), and positive gameplay behaviours (communication, resilience).
Why It Works:

Structured & Consistent: Each lesson follows a clear format with warm-up, skill breakouts, and game application.
Inclusive: SEN adaptations and differentiation guidance included.
Assessment Ready: Built-in criteria for tracking progress across the unit.
Teacher-Friendly: Quick reference coaching points and “what to watch for” notes save planning time.
Perfect For:
PE teachers seeking a ready-to-use, curriculum-aligned basketball unit that promotes skill development and tactical awareness in a fun, competitive environment.

This lesson is also available as part of the
Whole Year Primary PE Planning Bundle – Multi-Sport Coverage (KS1–KS2).

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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/complete-pe-resource-collection-ks1-ks4-13373620

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