NERDC Physical and Health Education for JSS1

Description

NERDC Physical and Health Education (PHE) Scheme of Work for JSS1 2025 Edition

This NERDC JSS1 Physical and Health Education (PHE) Scheme of Work – 2025 Edition is a complete, updated guide designed to help teachers, students, and schools stay aligned with the latest National Education Research and Development Council (NERDC) curriculum standards.

This pack outlines weekly topics, learning objectives, performance expectations, and assessment guides, ensuring structured lesson delivery throughout the term.

Key Learning Themes and Topics for JSS1 

The 2025 NERDC PHE Scheme of Work covers 8 major themes designed to promote lifelong fitness, health literacy, and wellness:

Topics Covered

Theme 1: Health and Wellness

• Health promotion and maintenance

• Personal hygiene and disease prevention

• School and community health

• Pathogens and infection control

• Posture and postural defects

Theme 2: Motor Skills Development

• Physical fitness components and benefits

• Body conditioning exercises and safety

Theme 3: Nutrition Education

• Meaning and importance of food and nutrition

• Classes of food and their functions

• Safe food preservation methods

Theme 4: Martial, Artistic & Aquatic Sports

• Contact sports: wrestling, judo

• Non-contact sports: gymnastics, swimming

• Rules, techniques, and safety precautions

Theme 5: Athletics

• Long jump and high jump

• Field events (shot put and discus)

• Proper officiating and safety rules

Theme 6: Team Sports

• Soccer: history, basic skills, and officiating

Theme 7: Safety and Emergency Preparedness

• First aid for minor injuries

• Disaster and risk management

• Emergency response and safety equipment

Theme 8: Recreation and Dance

• Recreation, leisure, and dance activities

• Physical, social, and mental benefits

Why Teachers and Students Need This Pack

• Teachers: Helps plan, deliver, and assess lessons following official NERDC standards.

• Students: Offers a clear roadmap to master health, physical fitness, and sports concepts.

• Schools: Ensures curriculum uniformity and easy supervision by principals or education boards.

• Parents: Understand what learners are expected to know each week.