Physical Education Class Observation Sheet

Directions: This sheet is to be used by an observer of a physical education class. Please

check the scale below each statement to the degree you judge it was present.

1. There is a safe non-threatening, low stress, designated environment.

Mostly Usually Occasionally Rarely Not Present

(90%+ of the class) (75% of the class) (50% of the class) (Less than 30%)
1 2 3 4 5

2. All students actively engaged in learning.

Mostly Usually Occasionally Rarely Not Present

(90%+ of the class) (75% of the class) (50% of the class) (Less than 30%)
1 2 3 4 5

3. Developmentally appropriate activities.

Mostly Usually Occasionally Rarely Not Present

(90%+ of the class) (75% of the class) (50% of the class) (Less than 30%)
1 2 3 4 5

4. Teaching is evident.

Mostly Usually Occasionally Rarely Not Present

(90%+ of the class) (75% of the class) (50% of the class) (Less than 30%)
1 2 3 4 5

5. Evidence of student work/learning.

Mostly Usually Occasionally Rarely Not Present

(90%+ of the class) (75% of the class) (50% of the class) (Less than 30%)
1 2 3 4 5
 Physical Education Classroom Observation Sheet Explanation

There is a safe, low stress, non-threatening, designated environment.

 The facility is designed for physical education and is not a shared facility.
(not a Cafeteria/Gymnasium)
 Space is clean and safe. Equipment not in use is stored.
 No human targets. Dodge ball is not an appropriate activity.
 No choosing sides
 Activities focus on fitness and skill not competition.
 Protocols established

All Students actively engaged in learning

 All students have the opportunity to learn.
 Students are not standing in line waiting for their turn to participate.
 There is enough equipment for all students.
 Students are working on skill development, not playing the game

Developmentally Appropriate activities

 Activities are appropriate as describe in the CSO’s
 Elementary students are working on movement skills not sports.
 Secondary students should be participating in lifetime activities
 Middle and secondary curriculum should include five movement forms: team
sports, individual sports, individual non-competitive activities, rhythmic
activities, and outdoor adventure activities.

Teaching is evident
 The teacher is actively instructing students
 Score keeping or serving as a referee is not teaching
 The teacher should be demonstrating skills, checking for understanding, and
explaining concepts

Evidence of students learning

 Student work is visible or available upon request
 Student’s evaluations properly recorded and address all standards.
 The teacher makes use of multiple assessment strategies.
 Grading based upon attendance and class participation only, is unacceptable.
 Individual results for Fitness testing.