The Elms pupils experience a range of sports and develop a mix of skills from the start of the school journey to Year 6. Our extra-curricular programme introduces pupils to new sporting activities beyond the curriculum.

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values driven programme

The attitude demonstrated on the sports pitch aligns with the values of The Elms. Pupils are shaped by developing a sense of respect and appreciation,  honesty in the choices made, effort in all they do and a commitment to team work. This is underpinned by the ability to show the courage to do the right thing, at the right time for the right reasons.

Our Philosophy

PreparATION

At The Elms we equip every child with the confidence and enthusiasm to enjoy sport. During their lessons, pupils are introduced to a broad variety of sports in order to develop strong sporting foundations through a wide skill base.

Participation

Lessons and coaching sessions are designed to maximise pupil enjoyment, develop movement literacy and introduce the ‘FUNdamentals’  stage of the recognised model of Long Term Athletic Development.

Progression

Across all sports we find opportunities for skill development, increased participation and increasingly competitive situations. Pupils are encouraged to make decisions, grow their knowledge and identify how they can improve.

2023 / 2024 Team Sporting Successes

Football – U11 Boys Regional Football Tournament runners up and National Finalists 2023

Swimming – U11 ESSA Relay Winners and National finalists 2023

Swimming – U11 ESSA Para Freestyle Winner and National Finalist 2023

Swimming – U10 / U11 IAPS Swimming Individual National Finalists 2024

Swimming – U10 / U11 IAPS Swimming Relay National Finalists 2024

Hockey – U11 Girls IAPS National Final

WE ALSO SUPPORT PUPILS TO FULFIL THEIR SPORTING PASSIONS OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL:

County Level Cricketers (Boys and Girls)

Football Academy players (Boys and Girls)

U12 Gold at the Swim England Regional Artistic Swimming Championships for the Midlands

2nd place in the British Schools Cycling Association Cyclocross Championships East Midlands Region

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