Medium Term Plan - Badminton - Year 7

The Year 7 badminton medium term plan, spanning six lessons, is tailored for Key Stage 3 students and aims to enhance their understanding and execution of badminton's attack and defence principles. The curriculum is designed to improve students' ability to apply core badminton skills under increasing pressure, and to develop fitness components that are beneficial across various sports. Pupils will also learn to accurately keep score and officiate during mini badminton games. They will gain knowledge of shot selection, space utilisation, simple strategies to outmanoeuvre opponents, and the application of modified game rules. Skills development will focus on footwork, grip, shuttle control, and specific shots like the clear, drop shot, and service action.

The lesson sequence is progressive, starting with basic principles and gradually increasing in complexity to incorporate strategic gameplay. Students will take on different roles and apply modified game rules to enhance their understanding. The plan emphasises outwitting opponents by identifying court areas and utilising various techniques. Pupils will also work on their physical and mental capacity, learning to perform sustained movements and understanding basic rules to improve their mental acuity. The development and replication of skills, decision-making, problem-solving, personal development, and evaluation are key components of the plan. Pupils will be assessed on their anticipation and coordination skills, execution of core skills, ability to outwit opponents, and understanding of warm-ups and basic rules. Career opportunities in the sports industry are also highlighted to provide students with an insight into potential future paths.