Matt Visits Queen’s Hill School and Nursery for Dodgeball Sessions Hi everyone, it’s Matt here! Yesterday, I had the absolute pleasure of visiting Queen’s Hill School and Nursery, and I have to say, it was an amazing experience from start to finish. I delivered three dodgeball sessions, and right from the moment I walked in, the welcome I received from both staff and children was fantastic. Everyone made me feel so comfortable, which really set the tone for a brilliant day. T

How Important Is Winning and Losing in Children? There’s a phrase many of us have heard countless times: “It’s the taking part that counts.” It’s well-meaning, simple, and wrapped in good intentions. But when we really stop to think about what it means, does it hold up? Or does it soften something critical for children — something they’ll need later in life? This isn’t a blog about scores on a scoreboard. And it’s not about whether one child is better than another. This is ab

We recently had the absolute pleasure of spending an enrichment day at Beeston Primary School, and what a fantastic day it was from start to finish. The focus of the day was teamwork and resilience, and it was wonderful to see these values brought to life through a range of engaging individual and team challenges. During the morning sessions, children worked together to solve problems, support one another, and persevere when things felt tricky. One of the real highlights of t

Strengthening Holiday Provision Across Norfolk Reflecting on an Inspiring Conference Day with Active Norfolk Yesterday, we were proud to attend and contribute to an impactful provider conference delivered in partnership with Active Norfolk. The day brought together a wide range of providers from across Norfolk to reflect on progress, celebrate success, and focus on how we continue to strengthen holiday provision for children and young people. The conference showcased just ho

Today’s focus on children’s wellbeing is more important than ever. At Attleborough Primary School, a recent wellbeing session demonstrated how schools can create positive, engaging experiences that support mental and emotional health while encouraging physical activity and teamwork. This post shares insights from that day, highlighting how simple, fun activities can make a big difference in children’s lives.

Friday afternoons at Terrington St Clement Community School are always a highlight of my week. There’s something truly special about stepping into a school where the atmosphere is so positive...

Celebrating progress, passion, and participation in PE At St Mary's Community Primary School , sport truly sits at the heart of school life and the wider community. Every week, pupils bring energy, enthusiasm, and a real desire to learn — making coaching here an incredibly rewarding experience. From the youngest learners in Reception right through to Year 6 , there’s a genuine excitement around PE lessons, and it’s been wonderful to see the children’s skills, confidence, and

🌟 The Power of Positive Impact: Watching Children Shine Through Sport Last week, we hosted our Key Stage 1 Dodgeball Tournament — and what an absolutely epic morning it was! The hall was alive with energy, excitement, and a few nervous faces as our five and six-year-olds walked in, unsure of what to expect. But what unfolded was a perfect reminder of why events like this matter so much — not just for physical activity, but for confidence, connection, and pure joy. At the sta

🏐 Key Stage 1 Dodgeball Fun at Gaywood Primary! 🏐 What a fantastic morning it’s been at Gaywood Primary School, where ten amazing teams...