Norfolk School Games

The Norfolk School Games is part of a national initiative designed to inspire children and young people to embrace physical activity for life.  

Funded by Sport England, the programme is delivered in partnership with Active Norfolk and a network of School Games Organisers, with guidance from the Youth Sport Trust. It is open to all education settings across Norfolk and continually evolves to reflect local needs, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for students from Years 3 to 13. 

Building Confidence, Values, and Opportunities Through Inclusive Sport

The Norfolk School Games supports children and young people by: 

• Encouraging personal best – Helping students develop confidence and resilience through inclusive physical activities tailored to their needs. 
• Embedding core values – Promoting passion, self-belief, honesty, determination, respect, and teamwork to align with broader school objectives. 
• Inspiring lifelong activity – Providing positive experiences of daily physical activity and competition to foster long-term engagement. 
• Creating meaningful opportunities – Offering a diverse range of events, leadership pathways, and activities that students genuinely enjoy. 
• Removing barriers to participation – Using targeted interventions to improve access for those with the greatest need, ensuring inclusivity across all school settings. 

The Norfolk School Games is designed to reflect local needs, working closely with schools, parents, and community organisations to create enriching experiences that empower young people.  

Who are the School Games Organisers?

Norfolk is split into 8 different areas, known as School Sports Partnerships (SSPs). Within these SSPs sit School Games Organisers (SGOs) who are specifically tasked with making the School Games happen. 

School Games Organisers (SGOs) have a crucial role in promoting physical activity and competitive sports in schools. These organisers play a vital role in fostering a culture of participation, well-being, and leadership through sport.

How can I get involved with the Norfolk School Games?

It’s easy for schools to get more involved with the Norfolk School Games.

Find your local School Sports Partnership contact details by visiting this page. You’ll then be able to contact your local School Games Organiser for a discussion on how your school can make the most of local physical activity opportunities.

You can also check out the School Games website. Be sure to follow their accounts on social media to get the latest updates, and see what other schools in your area are up to.

Several other opportunities are available across the county. These include the Daily Mile challenge. This challenge is available all year round.