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SUMMARY:YEAR 1/2  BENCHBALL TOURNAMENT (2/3)
DESCRIPTION:All our affiliated schools are invited to take part in our ever popular – Years 1/2 Benchball Tournament. \nAll our affiliated schools are invited to take part in our ever popular – Years 1/2 Benchball Tournament. \nPlease note that this is one of three events we are running this academic yea: \n18th November – Grange Primary\n19th November – Dinglewell Infant\n12th July  – Longford Park Primary Academy\nAll 9.30 –11.30 \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for boys and girls in Years 1 and 2.\nSquad of 10 with 8 players on the court and any one time.\nEVENT LEAD \nThe GSSN staff will be leading this event with the support of Dinglewell Infant School staff.\nEVENT FORMAT \nThe overall length of the event will be 2 hours\, with games of 5 minutes long.\nAll competitors will receive a certificate with medals being awarded to the top three placed schools.  \nTo register a team/s email bh@gssn.co.uk
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/year-1-benchball-tournament-2-3/
LOCATION:Dinglewell Infant School\, Dinglewell\, Gloucester\, GL3 3HS
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261125T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261125T143000
DTSTAMP:20260716T071733Z
CREATED:20221107T102957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T071733Z
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SUMMARY:KS1 CHRISTMAS MULTI-SKILLS FESTIVAL - DAY 1/3
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite our affiliated schools to one of our most popular events: Our KS1 Christmas-themed Multi-Skills Festivals.\nTo book\, schools must email bh@gssn.co.uk with their preferred date and session. \nTHE TEAMS\nThere is no limit on the number of classes each school can bring. Groups should be made of up to 30 pupils from KS1 including Reception. \nEVENT FORMAT\nThere will be 8 different multi-skills stations based on the EYFS basics of\ntarget-throwing\, balancing\, coordination and agility\, aimed at all abilities.\nPupils should bring along a drink and wear a sports kit. Due to the nature of the indoor tennis courts\, we recommend that pupils wear long trousers. \nEVENT LEAD\nThe GSSN staff will be leading this event with the support of Secondary School Sport Leaders. \nWednesday 25th November at Barnwood Park\nAM session: 9.30 – 11.30\nPM session: 12.30 – 14.30 \nThursday 26th November at Barnwood Park\nAM session: 9.30 – 11.30\nPM session: 12.30 – 14.30 \nAdditional session TBC depending on the number of requests\nAM Session: 9.30-11.30 at Oxstalls Sports Arena
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/235677/
LOCATION:Barnwood Park Arts College\, St Lawrence Road\, Gloucester\, Gl4 3QT
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261126T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261126T143000
DTSTAMP:20260716T071844Z
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SUMMARY:KS1 CHRISTMAS MULTI-SKILLS FESTIVAL - DAY 2/3
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite our affiliated schools to one of our most popular events: Our KS1 Christmas-themed Multi-Skills Festivals which will take place on Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th December at Barnwood Park High School.. \nTo book\, schools must email bh@gssn.co.uk with their preferred date and session. \nTHE TEAMS\nThere is no limit on the number of classes each school can bring. Groups should be made of up to 30 pupils from KS1 including Reception. \nEVENT FORMAT\nThere will be 8 different multi-skills stations based on the EYFS basics of\ntarget-throwing\, balancing\, coordination and agility\, aimed at all abilities.\nPupils should bring along a drink and wear a sports kit. Due to the nature of the indoor tennis courts\, we recommend that pupils wear long trousers. \nEVENT LEAD\nThe GSSN staff will be leading this event with the support of Secondary School Sport Leaders. \nWednesday 25th November at Barnwood Park\nAM session: 9.30 – 11.30\nPM session: 12.30 – 14.30 \nThursday 26th November at Barnwood Park\nAM session: 9.30 – 11.30\nPM session: 12.30 – 14.30 \nAdditional session TBC depending on the number of requests\nAM Session: 9.30-11.30 at Oxstalls Sports Arena
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks1-christmas-multi-skills-festival-day-1-2/
LOCATION:Barnwood Park Arts College\, St Lawrence Road\, Gloucester\, Gl4 3QT
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gloucester School Sports Network":MAILTO:cs@gssn.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261201T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260716T072518Z
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SUMMARY:GLOUCESTER PRIMARY SHOOLS' FESTIVE DANCE FESTIVAL - 6.00pm Doors open ticket sales. 6.30pm Show Starts
DESCRIPTION:All schools are invited to bring along a group of children to perform a wither a dance or an additional performing arts acts.\nThe GSSN Dance Show celebrates participation\, creativity\, confidence and enjoyment\, providing pupils with the opportunity to perform and showcase their talents in a positive\, supportive and inspiring environment. The event begins with an afternoon rehearsal\, giving each group the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the stage\, lighting and music before performing in front of family and friends during the evening performance. \nThe Festival Format\n16.00 Groups arrive for briefing and on-stage rehearsal (including music and lighting).\n18.00 Doors open. Tickets available on the door. Refreshments available.\n18.30 Dance Show begins.\nApprox. 19.30–19.45 Finish (depending on the number of participating schools). \nTickets & Programmes:\nEntry tickets are available on the door only from 18.00; there is no advance booking.\nTicket prices have remained unchanged since 2011.\nAdults (16+) £5.00 / Child £2.50 / Family (2 adults & 2 children) £13.00\nComplimentary programmes will be available for spectators and schools. \nPLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO CARD PAYMENT FACILITIES – THIS IS A CASH ONLY EVENT. \nSchools wishing to take part\, please email bh@gssn.co.uk
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/gloucester-primary-shool-christmas-dance-festival-6-00pm-doors-open-ticket-sales-6-30pm-show-starts/
LOCATION:Ribston Hall High School\, Stroud Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 5LE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:CPD,Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261210T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T073404Z
CREATED:20221107T105016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T073404Z
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SUMMARY:KEY STEPS 1 GYMNASTICS COMPETITION
DESCRIPTION:All our schools are invited to take part in our Key Steps 1 Gymnastics Competition for Years 1 & 2. \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for students in Years 1\, and 2.\nTeams will be made up of 6 gymnasts (teams can be a mix of boys and girls).\nAll 6 gymnasts will compete\, with the top 5 scores counting toward the team score. \nTeams need to be made up of children who receive no more than 1 hour of community gymnastics club coaching per week. This is not a competition for gymnasts who already receive development coaching and perform in a competitive structure outside of school. NB: The organisers will be reliant upon the professional discretion of schools to ensure is adhered to. \nEVENT LEAD \nGlen Tharia\, Headteacher of Elmbridge Primary School will be supporting the GSSN staff with the delivery of this gymnastics competition. \nEVENT FORMAT \nFollowing the National Framework for Gymnastics\, this competition will adopt the Key Step 1 Gymnastics criteria.\nA floor sequence and bench will be performed.  \nNo body management routine will be required.\nSchools to provide competitors’ names prior to the competition. Email to bh@gssn.co.uk\nOfficiating: The event will be officiated by experienced gymnastics judges recruited through the Gloucestershire Schools’ Gymnastics Association. \nDue to this event being held in a school indoor space\, and as we continue to reinforce the safeguarding policies within school settings\, parents/carers as spectators are not allowed to attend the event. Thank you for your continued understanding.
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/key-steps-1-gymnastics-competition/
LOCATION:Gloucester Academy\, Painswick Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270112T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T073543Z
CREATED:20221017T085838Z
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SUMMARY:KS1 SPORTSHALL ATHLETICS FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:”’ Please note the change in the venue***\nSchools are invited to take part in our Key Stage 1 – Sportshall Athletics Competition. \nEVENT OVERVIEW\nDate: Wednesday 14th January\nTimes: 9.30– 12.00\nSportshall at Barnwood Park\n\nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is open to boys and girls in years 1 and 2.\nSquads: MiXED TEAS OF 10\, 5 BOYS AND 5 GIRLS. \nEVENT LEAD \nGSSN staff with the running of the event with the support of The Crypt School Sport leaders. \nEVENT FORMAT \nSportshall Primary provides the ideal format in which to introduce young people to grassroots athletics and multi-skills competition in a fun team based format.   \nAll children will take part in each of the following field events\, this will be on a carousel rotation: \n1. Push pass\n2. Soft Javelin Throw\n3. Standing Long Jump\n4. Triple Jump\n5. Tunnels\n6. Speed Bounce\n7. High Stepper\n8. Vertical Jump\n9. Hurdles\n10. Relay passing\nFollowing this\, there will be a series of obstacle relay races\, each with 5 boys and 5 girls. \nPlease email bh@gsn.o.uk to send along a team.
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/sportshall-athletics-large-schools-competition/
LOCATION:Barnwood Park Arts College\, St Lawrence Road\, Gloucester\, Gl4 3QT
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270120T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T074023Z
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SUMMARY:KS1 SESSION SEND PANATHLON CHALLENGE 9.45-11.45 At Gloucester Academy
DESCRIPTION:We feel extremely fortunate to be able to collaborate with organisations such as Panathlon Challenge. Panathlon is a national charity which gives young people with disabilities and special educational needs every year the opportunity to take part in competitive sport. In 2022/23\, a record 62\,981 pupils participated in their events – either competitions held externally with other schools or in-school through our Virtual Programme. \nAll our affiliated schools will be able to send a group of SEND-registered children to the following events: \nEVENT OVERVIEW\nKS1 9.45 – 11.45\nKS2 12.30-14.30 \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for SEND primary-aged children (KS1 and KS2).\nEntries are limited to a maximum of 6 students per school team.\nTeams must be mixed and consist of 8 young people.  \nEVENT FORMAT \nThis event is a series of skills stations based on inclusive sports such as Boccia\, New-Age Kurling\, Football\, Basketball and Table Cricket. Others include activities that are aimed at developing key fundamentals such as running\, jumping\, throwing and target-based games. Each team must collect points from each activity station.\nAll competitors will receive a participation certificate and a special Panathlon medal. Position medals will be awarded to the overall team result—1st\, Gold\, 2nd Silver and 3rd Bronze.  \nSEND events are aimed specifically at SEND students. There is an expectation that participants DO NOT compete for the school in any other non-SEND linked sport. The emphasis should be on encouraging participation for ALL young people\, particularly those that do not usually get an opportunity to represent their school.
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks1-session-send-panathlon-challenge/
LOCATION:Gloucester Academy\, Painswick Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270120T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260716T074109Z
CREATED:20221107T104413Z
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SUMMARY:KS2 SESSION SEND PANATHLON CHALLENGE 12.30-14.30 At Gloucester Academy
DESCRIPTION:***Please note Primary Panathlon is now 6 Jan rescheduled from 8 Jan at Gloucester Academy ***\nAll our affiliated schools will be able to send a group of SEND-registered children to the following events: \nEVENT OVERVIEW\nKS1 9.45 – 11.45\nKS2 12.30-14.30 \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for SEND primary-aged children (KS1 and KS2).\nEntries are limited to a maximum of 6 students per school team.\nTeams must be mixed and consist of 8 young people.  \nEVENT FORMAT \nThis event is a series of skills stations based on inclusive sports such as Boccia\, New-Age Kurling\, Football\, Basketball and Table Cricket. Others include activities that are aimed at developing key fundamentals such as running\, jumping\, throwing and target-based games. Each team must collect points from each activity station.\nAll competitors will receive a participation certificate and a special Panathlon medal. Position medals will be awarded to the overall team result—1st\, Gold\, 2nd Silver and 3rd Bronze.  \nSEND events are aimed specifically at SEND students. There is an expectation that participants DO NOT compete for the school in any other non-SEND linked sport. The emphasis should be on encouraging participation for ALL young people\, particularly those that do not usually get an opportunity to represent their school.
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks2-session-send-panathlon-challenge/
LOCATION:Gloucester Academy\, Painswick Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270203T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T074828Z
CREATED:20250717T073714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T074828Z
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SUMMARY:KS1 CRICKET FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:All Gloucester Primary Schools are invited to participate in a fun Cricket Festival.\nThis is part of a series of 3 events in collaboration with The Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation led by Sir Thomas Rich’s School Sport leaders. \nEVENT OVERVIEW\nKS1 Wednesday  3rd February\nKS2 Thursday 29th April\nBoth 10.00 –12.00 \nThe Teams\nThis event is open to years 1 and 2. Teams of 10 children – mixed boys and girls. \nEVENT FORMAT\nThe KS1 Cricket Festival is designed to introduce pupils to cricket in a fun\, inclusive and engaging environment\, with a strong focus on participation\, teamwork and developing fundamental movement skills. The event will begin with a carousel of cricket-based skill activities\, allowing pupils to practise and develop key skills such as: throwing and catching\, batting and striking\, bowling accuracy\, agility\, balance and coordination. Following the skills circuit\, schools will take part in a series of fun participation games designed to encourage teamwork\, enjoyment and confidence within a game situation. The festival is aimed at providing pupils with a positive introduction to cricket\, with all activities adapted to suit the age and ability of the participants. \nShould you wish to bring along a team\, please email bh@gssn.o.uk
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks1-indoor-cricket-festival/
LOCATION:Gloucestershire
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270303T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260716T073439Z
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SUMMARY:KEY STEPS 2 GYMNASTICS COMPETITION
DESCRIPTION:All our affiliated schools are invited to take part in our Key Steps 2 Gymnastics CompetitioN on Monday\, 2nd March at Gloucester Academy. \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for students in Years 3\, and 4.\nTeams will be made up of 6 gymnasts (teams can be a mix of boys and girls).\nAll 6 gymnasts will compete\, with the top 5 scores counting toward the team score. \nSchools wishing to send a team to this event\, please email bh@gssn.co.uk. \nTeams need to be made up of children who receive no more than 1 hour of community gymnastics club coaching per week. This is not a competition for gymnasts who already receive development coaching and perform in a competitive structure outside of school. NB: The organisers will be reliant upon the professional discretion of schools to ensure is adhered to. \nNB: The organisers will be reliant upon the professional discretion of schools to ensure this is adhered to. \nEVENT LEAD \nGlen Tharia\, Headteacher of Elmbridge Primary School will be supporting the GSSN staff with the delivery of this gymnastics competition.\nOfficiating:  The event will be officiated by experienced gymnastics judges recruited through the Gloucestershire Schools Gymnastics Association. \nEVENT FORMAT \nFollowing the National Framework for Gymnastics\, this competition will adopt the Key Step 2 Gymnastics criteria.\nA floor sequence and vault will be performed.\nNo body management routine will be required.\nThe vault height will be 90cms.\nSchools to provide competitors’ names prior to the competition. Email to bh@gssn.co.uk \nDue to this event being held in a school indoor space\, and as we continue to reinforce the safeguarding policies within school settings\, parents/carers as spectators are not allowed to attend the event. Thank you for your continued understanding. \nN.B Vaults may be performed with or without a springboard and may use a vaulting box or trestle table.\nThere are no extra marks for the use of a springboard. The quality of the vault and the control the gymnast has on the apparatus are the most important factors with regard to judging. It may be better for some gymnasts to perform the vault without the use of a springboard so that better control and tension can be maintained throughout the vault resulting in a higher score than would be achieved performing a vault using the springboard but having less control.
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks2-key-steps-gymnastics-competition/
LOCATION:Gloucester Academy\, Painswick Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270324T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270324T123000
DTSTAMP:20260716T073310Z
CREATED:20221107T110931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T073310Z
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SUMMARY:KEY STEPS 3 GYMNASTICS COMPETITION
DESCRIPTION:All our schools are invited to take part in our Key Steps 3 Gymnastics Competition for Years 5 & 6.\n\nEVENT OVERVIEW\nWednesday 25th March\n9.30-12.30\nGloucester Academy \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for students in Years 5\, and 6.\nTeams will be made up of 6 gymnasts (teams can be a mix of boys and girls).\nAll 6 gymnasts will compete\, with the top 5 scores counting toward the team score.\nTeams need to be made up of children who receive no more than 1 hour of community gymnastics club coaching per week. This is not a competition for gymnasts who already receive development coaching and perform in a competitive structure outside of school. NB: The organisers will be reliant upon the professional discretion of schools to ensure is adhered to. \nEVENT LEAD \nGlen Tharia\, Headteacher of Elmbridge Primary School will be supporting the GSSN staff with the delivery of this gymnastics competition. \nEVENT FORMAT \nFollowing the National Framework for Gymnastics\, this competition will adopt the Key Step 3 Gymnastics criteria.\nA floor sequence and vault will be performed.\nNo body management routine will be required.\nThe vault height will be 100 cm.\nSchools to provide competitors’ names prior to the competition. Email to bh@gssn.co.uk\nOfficiating: The event will be officiated by experienced gymnastics judges recruited through the Gloucestershire Schools’ Gymnastics Association. \nDue to this event being held in a school indoor space\, and as we continue to reinforce the safeguarding policies within school settings\, parents/carers as spectators are not allowed to attend the event. Thank you for your continued understanding. \nSchools wishing to send a team to this event\, please email bh@gssn.co.uk.
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/key-steps-3-gymnastics-competition-2/
LOCATION:Gloucester Academy\, Painswick Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270428T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T073851Z
CREATED:20240910T083404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T073851Z
UID:236386-1808904600-1808913600@gssn.co.uk
SUMMARY:PANATHLON SEND ATHLETICS FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:The Panathlon Foundation\, working in partnership with the GSSN\, will be running the Athletics Festival.  Panathlon runs many of these events across the country as it tries to engage new children in a sporting activity. \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for SEND primary-aged children from Years 2 to 6\nall of whom have a Special Educational Need or Disability. Schools are welcome to bring as many or as few pupils as they wish. There is no requirement to enter every event\, allowing pupils to take part in activities that best suit their abilities and needs.  All participants will receive a Panathlon medal. \nEVENT FORMAT\nTRACK EVENTS: Hurdles\, sprint races and relays for boys and girls.\nDistances by Year Groups: Year 2 40m\, Year 3 50m\, Year 4 60m\, Year 5 70m\,\nYear 6 70m and 200m combined year 5/6 boys and girls individual races.\nFIELD EVENTS: Shotput\, quoit\, speed bounce and standing long jump.\nAdditional information Each pupil will receive a participation certificate and a medal. 1 boy and 1 girl per event. There is no maximum limit to the number of events that a pupil can take part in. Schools can enter all or some of the events on offer. Relay teams will consist of 4 children of the same gender\, but can be mixed years groups. For throwing events\, pupils will be allowed 2 attempts. The speed bounce will be timed 20 seconds. The long jump will be standing jump onto a mat. This is a non-competitive festival and therefore no results will be recorded. \nSEND events are aimed specifically at SEND students. There is an expectation that participants DO NOT compete for the school in any other non-SEND linked sport. The emphasis should be on encouraging participation for ALL young people\, particularly those that do not usually get an opportunity to represent their school.  \nTo send a team\, schools please email bh@gssn.co.uk
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/panathlon-send-athletics-festival/
LOCATION:Blackbridge Athletics Track\, Poplar Cl\, Gloucester\, GL1 5TX
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270429T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T075050Z
CREATED:20250131T113536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T075050Z
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SUMMARY:KS2 CRICKET FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:All Gloucester Primary Schools are invited to participate in a fun Cricket Festival.\nThis is part of a series of 3 events in collaboration with The Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation led by Sir Thomas Rich’s School Sport leaders. \nEVENT OVERVIEW\nKS1 Wednesday  3rd February\nKS2 Thursday 29th April\nBoth 10.00 –12.00 \nThe Teams\nThis event is open to Key Stage 2. Teams of 10 children – mixed boys and girls. \nEVENT FORMAT\nThe KS2 Outdoor Cricket Festival is designed to provide pupils with the opportunity to further develop their cricket skills through a mixture of skill-based activities and fun game play. The event will begin with a carousel of cricket skill stations focusing on batting technique\, bowling control and accuracy\, fielding skills\, catching and throwing and communication and teamwork. Following the activity circuit\, teams will take part in a series of small-sided participation games\, giving pupils the opportunity to apply their skills within match situations.  \nShould you wish to bring along a team\, please email bh@gssn.o.uk
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/236445/
LOCATION:Sir Thomas Rich’s School\, Oakleaze\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 0LF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:CPD,Primary,SEND
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gloucester School Sports Network":MAILTO:cs@gssn.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270712T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270712T113000
DTSTAMP:20260716T064710Z
CREATED:20240604T081114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T064710Z
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SUMMARY:YEARS 1/2 BENCHBALL TOURNAMENT (3/3)
DESCRIPTION:All our affiliated schools are invited to take part in our ever popular – Years 1/2 Benchball Tournament. \nPlease note that this is one of three events we are running this academic yea: \n18th November – Grange Primary\n19th November – Dinglewell Infant\n12th July  – Longford Park Primary Academy\nAll 9.30 –11.30 \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for boys and girls in Years 1 and 2.\nSquad of 10 with 8 players on the court and any one time.\nEVENT LEAD \nThe GSSN staff will be leading this event with the support of Dinglewell Infant School staff.\nEVENT FORMAT \nThe overall length of the event will be 2 hours\, with games of 5 minutes long.\nAll competitors will receive a certificate with medals being awarded to the top three placed schools.  \nTo register a team/s email bh@gssn.co.uk
URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks1-benchball-competition/
LOCATION:Longford Park Primary Academy\, Clock Tower Road\, Longford\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9FB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND
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