1.1.1 The primary focus of Physical Education (PE) in the Grade R curriculum is to develop learners' physical confidence and fitness. While PE also contributes to social, cognitive, and emotional development, its core emphasis is on physical well-being and movement skills.
- B) To develop learners' physical confidence and fitness
1.1.2 According to the English Life Skills Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) Foundation Phase (Grades R-3), 1.5 hours per week are allocated to the Physical Education study area for Grade R learners.
1.1.3 Physical Education (PE) contributes to a learner's development by fostering holistic development, which includes motor (physical), cognitive (mental), and affective (emotional and social) domains.
- D) By contributing to the holistic development, including motor, cognitive, and affective domains
1.1.4 The description "The science of movement that encourages learners to move in different ways, and a range of activities that promote the different movement capabilities of the body" refers to Physical Education.