Medium Term Plan - Table Tennis - Year 10

The Year 10 Table Tennis scheme of work, designed for Key Stage 4 students, spans six lessons with the intent to hone advanced techniques, strategic gameplay, and an understanding of both offensive and defensive elements in competitive situations. The plan also aims to cultivate an appreciation for healthy lifestyles and fitness. Students will emerge with a basic ability to replicate forehand and backhand push shots, developing their skills to effectively attack and defend in games, and ultimately mastering tactical awareness, performance analysis, and the use of both physical and mental faculties to reach personal bests.

The curriculum is structured to expand on core skills, increasing the challenge and speed, and placing students in pressurised game scenarios to encourage strategic thinking. The students will learn a variety of shots, including the grip and stance for push shots, backhand and forehand drives with spin application, and serving techniques. The lessons will encourage pupils to outwit opponents through strategic ball placement, develop their physical and mental capacities, replicate essential skills in a competitive context, and engage in problem-solving and decision-making activities. Personal development is also a key focus, with discussions around sportsmanship, active lifestyles, and the components of fitness. The course will culminate in a class tournament, allowing students to demonstrate their learning outcomes and engage in self-assessment to identify areas for improvement.