GCSE pupils develop their leadership skills before welcoming more than 70 primary school children for a day of sporting fun.
Twenty-four Sports Leaders from across the GCSE groups at Ark Alexandra Academy have been putting their leadership skills into practice after taking part in specialist training delivered by Suzi Mullins, Schools Games Organiser for Hastings and Rother.
The training helped pupils develop their confidence and leadership abilities, preparing them to take on the responsibility of organising and supporting younger children in a sporting environment.
Following the training, the Sports Leaders put their new skills to the test by delivering a Primary Playground Leaders’ Festival, welcoming pupils from eight local primary schools for an exciting and engaging event.
More than 70 primary school pupils took part, enjoying the activities while benefiting from the encouragement, guidance and enthusiasm of Ark Alexandra’s Sports Leaders.
All 24 leaders represented the academy brilliantly, demonstrating teamwork, responsibility and a positive attitude throughout the festival. Primary school staff were particularly keen to recognise Harry, Olly and Megan for their outstanding leadership skills and the positivity they showed when working with the younger children.
The event provided a valuable opportunity for Ark Alexandra’s GCSE pupils to put their training into action, develop important transferable skills and help inspire a love of sport and physical activity among younger pupils in the local community.
Ark Alexandra Academy is proud of all its Sports Leaders for their contribution to a successful festival and for acting as positive role models for the next generation.