An ongoing program of skills and games in conjunction with the Physical Education Program is conducted for all children in the school. The emphasis in sport is on participation and opportunities in both semesters to allow the majority of upper school children to participate in inter-school sports activities. Children who need to be excluded from sports activities due to medical reasons require a written note from parents.

Year Level	Athletics Carnival	Swimming Lessons	Swimming Carnival	Cross Country	Parklands	InterSchool Sport
Prep
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
- the student does participate in the activity        - the student does not participate in the activity

For the table above, dates, times and venues for each sport vary from term to term and will be notified accordingly. For students in Years 5 – 7 who participate in Interschool Sport parents are required to meet the cost of transport and some fees.

Smart moves
Smart Moves is a physical activity program for Queensland State Schools. It aims to increase student participation in physical activity and to improve the quality of that activity. Physical activity is vital for good health and wellbeing, enhances students’ educational outcomes, supports their personal development and promotes lifelong active lifestyles.

At Gaven State School teachers implement a 30 minute physical activity lesson each day where students participate in gross motor activities, ball skills, team sports and various other activities.

Gaven State School House Colours
Your child will be assigned to a House colour upon enrolment. The school has been divided into three house teams: