BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gloucester School Sport Network - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Gloucester School Sport Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gssn.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gloucester School Sport Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T120000 DTSTAMP:20250611T144109Z CREATED:20240201T123918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T144109Z UID:236283-1758187800-1758196800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:GIRLS ONLY - BASKETBALL TASTER SESSION AND TOURNAMENT DESCRIPTION:We are proud to launch our new partnership with the Gloucester City basketball with two new events for this year’s calendar. \nGirls Only: Thurs 18th September\nBoys Only: Thurs 16th October \nBoth will run from 9.45 – 12.00 at Sir Thomas Rich’s School.\nTHE TEAMS\nThis event for boys and girls in years 4 to 6.\nEach school can bring along a squad of up to 10 players\, with 5 in each team to play the tournament. \nEVENT LEAD\nSir Thomas Rich’s School and their Sport Leaders will be supporting the GSSN with the running of this event. \nEVENT FORMAT\n9.45 Schools arrive\n10.00—11.00 Basketball skills and drills to include: \nDribbling and passing\nReceiving and shooting (set and layup shots)\nOne on one marking\nBasic zone defence formation \n11.00—12.00 5 a-side games in a round robin format (number of teams dependent). \nSchools wanting to send teams to these events\, email bh@gssn.co.uk URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/basketball-taster-session-and-tournament-2/ LOCATION:Sir Thomas Rich’s School\, Oakleaze\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 0LF\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:CPD,Primary,SEND END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250925T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T150000 DTSTAMP:20250716T152813Z CREATED:20220915T120051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T152813Z UID:235569-1758790800-1758812400@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:​​​PRIMARY SCHOOLS' PE AND SCHOOL SPORT CONFERENCE 2025 DESCRIPTION:All schools are invited to attend our 2025 Gloucester Primary Schools’ PE and School Sport Conference \nJoin us for what promises to be a great opportunity to connect with other local PE Leads and acquire valuable knowledge on current trending topics. \nAGENDA\n9.00 Arrival\, coffee and networking\n9.30 by Cheryl Stennett\nWelcome / Review of the year\nFeedback received / Any new requests\nOnline Reporting Tool—feedback on the process\n10.00 by Bob Owen\n”Response-Ability”\n10.50 Break / Networking\n11.10 by Cheryl Stennett\nPlans for our year ahead\nNew Active 30 school’s ‘free’ resource from Active Gloucestershire\n12.00 By our partners—confirmed so far: Golf / Tennis / Cricket\n12.30 Lunch / Networking\n13.00 Practical CPD Session\nChoose from:\nUnleash Your Drive – Golf Foundation / Hartpury Gold Academy – teaching resources /\ndiscounted golf equipment.\nLTA Youth Tennis Programme – £200 free equipment or coaching in your school.\n14.45 End and depart \nTo non-affiliated schools there will be a charge of £100\nVenue address: Oxstalls Sports Arena Plock Court\, Tewkesbury Road\, Gloucester GL2 9DW. \nTo book a place/s please email: bh@gsn.co.uk URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/primary-pe-conference-2022-providing-the-opportunity/ LOCATION:Oxstalls Sports Park (Plock Court)\, Plock court Tewkesbury road\, Longfoid\, Gloucester\, Gl2 9GW CATEGORIES:CPD,Primary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/GSSN-LOGO-JPEG.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T120000 DTSTAMP:20250716T153611Z CREATED:20230925T132301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T153611Z UID:235959-1760607000-1760616000@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:BOYS ONLY - BASKETBALL TASTER SESSION AND TOURNAMENT DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our events last year\, we are excited to announce that we will once again run separate events for boys and girls in this year’s calendar. \nGIRLS ONLY EVENT on Thurs 18th September\nBOYS ONLY EVENT on Thurs 16th October\nBoth will run from 9.45 – 12.00 at Sir Thomas Rich’s School. \nTHE TEAMS\nThis event for boys and girls in years 4 to 6.\nEach school can bring along a squad of up to 10 players\, with 5 in each team to play the tournament. \nEVENT LEAD\nSir Thomas Rich’s School Sport Leaders will be supporting the GSSN with the running of this event. \nEVENT FORMAT\n9.45 Schools arrive\n10.00—11.00 Basketball skills and drills to include: \nDribbling and passing\nReceiving and shooting (set and layup shots)\nOne on one marking\nBasic zone defence formation \n11.00—12.00 5 a-side games in a round robin format (number of teams dependent). \nSchools wanting to send teams to these events\, email bh@gssn.co.uk URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/basketball-taster-session-and-tournament/ LOCATION:Sir Thomas Rich’s School\, Oakleaze\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 0LF\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:CPD,Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/GLOS-CITY-BASKETBALL-PIC.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251118T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T113000 DTSTAMP:20260716T064514Z CREATED:20250716T155515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T064514Z UID:236507-1763458200-1763465400@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:YEAR 1/2 BENCHBALL TOURNAMENT (1/3) 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-tournament-1-3/ LOCATION:Grange Primary Academy\, Holmleigh Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 0RW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:CPD,Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/thumbnail_IMG-20221004-WA0003.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gloucester School Sports Network":MAILTO:cs@gssn.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T113000 DTSTAMP:20250716T162239Z CREATED:20250716T162239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T162239Z UID:236525-1764667800-1764675000@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:KS2 SEND TABLE TOP CRICKET FESTIVAL DESCRIPTION:NEW EVENT! All Affiliated schools are invited to attend our first KS2 SEND TABLE TOP CRICKET FESTIVAL. \nEVENT FORMAT KS2 SEND TABLE TOP CRICKET\nTable top cricket is an adapted version of cricket\, played on a table tennis table\, designed for people with disabilities\, but also enjoyed by all\nThe game uses a ball\, bat\, ball launcher\, and side panels to simulate the elements of a cricket pitch\, with bowlers using a ramp to deliver the ball. The batter aims to hit the ball into scoring zones\, avoiding fielders who are positioned around the table. \nTHE TEAMS\nKS2 SEND TABLE TOP: 8 pupils\, mixed boys and girls.\nSchools can enter a whole class for each of the events. \nEVENT LEAD\nGSSN staff will work alongside the Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation to run these events. They will also be supported by Sir Thomas Rich’s Sports Leaders. \nVENUE\nUpton St Leonards Primary School \nTo register a team\, email bh@gssn.co.uk URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks2-send-table-top-cricket-festival/ LOCATION:Upton St Leonards Primary School\, Bond End Road\, Gloucester\, GL4 8ED CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GLOUCESTERSHIRE-CRICKET-BOARD-LOGO.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T200000 DTSTAMP:20260716T072809Z CREATED:20231122T111845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T072809Z UID:236226-1764691200-1764705600@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:FESTIVE DANCE AND PERFORMANCES FESTIVAL AT RIBSTON HALL - Schools rehearse at 4pm\, Doors open at 6pm - Show at 6.30pm DESCRIPTION:“Additional Night Added to the Festival” – Ribston Hall High School to Host!
We are excited to announce that due to the overwhelming interest from schools wanting to participate in our Dance Festival\, we have added an extra night to the schedule. \nAll 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/christmas-dance-and-performances-festival-at-ribston-hall-schools-rehearse-at-4pm-doors-open-at-6pm-show-at-6-30pm/ LOCATION:Ribston Hall High School\, Stroud Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 5LE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-DANCE-XMAS-PIC-14.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T150000 DTSTAMP:20251103T131145Z CREATED:20251103T131145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T131145Z UID:236632-1764856800-1764860400@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY SQUAD TRAINING SESSION DESCRIPTION:County Cross Country Squad training sessions (all 14.00-15.00) \nAll sessions will take place at Plock Court – meeting at the Pavilion next to the University Sports Arena. (Top car park\, pass the tennis center) \nThursday 4th December = 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 14th January – 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 4th February – 14.00-15.00\nFriday 25th February – 14.00-15.00 – County Squad selection races \nCounty Championships Sunday 8th March – Ashley Manor Preparatory School\, Ashley Manor\, 252 London Road\, Cheltenham\, GL52 6NR \nSunday 8th March – Meet at 9.00 o’clock at Ashley Manor Preparatory School \nTRAINING SESSIONS:\nAll squad members are encouraged to run for 20 mins non-stop twice weekly. \nIn addition to the runs\, athletes may try to complete at least once a week in between our squad training sessions. \n10 minute warm-up – jog and stretch\nDrills – high knees /heel flicks/ skips\nSpeed endurance – shuttle runs on football pitch -goal line/halfway line/ goal line /baseline\nTimed run – 2000 m (just over 2 miles) must be continuous – 10 minutes\nCool down – jog and stretch \nCheryl Stennett\nGSSN Network Manager /  School Games Organiser\nTel: 07817332928\nwww.gssn.co.uk URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/county-cross-country-squad-training-session/ LOCATION:Plock Court – Oxstalls University Arena\, Plock Court\, Tewkesbury Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9DW\, United Kingdom ORGANIZER;CN="Gloucester School Sports Network":MAILTO:cs@gssn.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251210T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T113000 DTSTAMP:20251020T182129Z CREATED:20250131T114546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T182129Z UID:236450-1765359000-1765366200@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:Additional session KS1 CHRISTMAS MULTI-SKILLS FESTIVAL (3/3) DESCRIPTION:This is the final of five KS1 Christmas-themed Multi-Skill Festivals. This session will run from 9.30-11.30 at the Oxstalls Indoor Sports Arena on Wednesday 10th December\, and will be supported by Secondary School Sport Leaders. \nThis event follows the same format as all our Ks1 Multi-Skill Festivals \nSchools wishing to take part\, please email bh@gssn.co.uk to register a class/s. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/additional-session-oaa-spring-festival-at-robinswood-hill/ LOCATION:Plock Court – Oxstalls University Arena\, Plock Court\, Tewkesbury Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9DW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/XMAS-MSKILLS-PIC-2023-11.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gloucester School Sports Network":MAILTO:cs@gssn.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260114T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260114T150000 DTSTAMP:20260114T080629Z CREATED:20231122T105722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T080629Z UID:236213-1768399200-1768402800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY SQUAD TRAINING SESSION DESCRIPTION:County Cross Country Squad training sessions (all 14.00-15.00) \nAll sessions will take place at Plock Court – meeting at the Pavilion next to the University Sports Arena. (Top car park\, pass the tennis center) \nThursday 4th December = 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 14th January – 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 4th February – 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 25th February – 14.00-15.00 – County Squad selection races \nCounty Championships Sunday 8th March – Ashley Manor Preparatory School\, Ashley Manor\, 252 London Road\, Cheltenham\, GL52 6NR \nSunday 8th March – Meet at 9.00 o’clock at Ashley Manor Preparatory School \nTRAINING SESSIONS:\nAll squad members are encouraged to run for 20 mins non-stop twice weekly. \nIn addition to the runs\, athletes may try to complete at least once a week in between our squad training sessions. \n10 minute warm-up – jog and stretch\nDrills – high knees /heel flicks/ skips\nSpeed endurance – shuttle runs on football pitch -goal line/halfway line/ goal line /baseline\nTimed run – 2000 m (just over 2 miles) must be continuous – 10 minutes\nCool down – jog and stretch \nCheryl Stennett\nGSSN Network Manager / School Games Organiser\nTel: 07817332928\nwww.gssn.co.uk URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/county-cross-country-squad-training-sessions/ LOCATION:Plock Court – Oxstalls University Arena\, Plock Court\, Tewkesbury Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9DW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary ORGANIZER;CN="Gloucester School Sports Network":MAILTO:cs@gssn.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260116T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260116T233000 DTSTAMP:20251020T180912Z CREATED:20221017T085253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T180912Z UID:235657-1768555800-1768606200@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:SPORTSHALL ATHLETICS - SMALL SCHOOLS' COMPETITION DESCRIPTION:***PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE ON THE ORIGINAL DATE***\nWe are excited to offer all our affiliated schools the opportunity to compete in our Key Stage 2 Sportshall Athletics Competition. Please email bh@gssn.co.uk to confirm your attendance. \nstrong>EVENT OVERVIEW\nFriday\, 16th January- confirmed date!\nSmall Schools’ competition: 9.30—11.30\nLarge Schools’ competition: 12.00-14.30\nOxstalls Sports Arena\, Plock Court\, GL2 9DW \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is open to boys and girls in years 4\, 5 and 6.\nSquads: Small Schools: Min 6 boys & 6 girls and max 8 boys & 8 girls.\nLarge Schools: Min 9 boys & 9 girls and max 15 boys & 15 girls. \nEVENT LEAD\nSportshall Athletics Associates are supporting the GSSN staff with the running of the event. \nEVENT FORMAT\nSportshall Primary Athletics provides the ideal format in which to introduce young people to grassroots athletics and multi-skills competition in a fun team based format.\nAthletes may compete in a maximum of two track and two field events\, drawn from the following:\nLarge Schools’: On the track: 1 + 1 Lap Relay\, 2 + 2 Lap Relay\, 6 Lap Paarlauf – each requiring two girls & two boys. Obstacle Relay\, Over / Under Relay\, 4 x 1 Lap Relay – each requiring four girls & four boys. In the field: Chest Push\, Soft Javelin\, Speed Bounce\, Standing Long Jump\, Standing Triple Jump\, Vertical Jump – each requiring three girls & three boys.\nSmall Schools’: On the track: 1 + 1 Lap Relay\, 2 + 2 Lap Relay – each requiring two girls & two boys. Obstacle Relay\, 4 x 1 Lap Relay – each requiring four girls & four boys. In the field: Chest Push\, Soft Javelin\, Speed Bounce\, Standing Long Jump\, Standing Triple Jump\, Vertical Jump – each requiring two girls & two boys .\nSportshall Athletics guidelines and rules\, teacher downloads and individual event information for Small School & Large School Competition available from www.sportshall.org\nhttp://www.sportshall.org/primary/primary-sportshall/primary-sportshall-competition URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/sportshall-athletics-small-schools-competition/ LOCATION:Indoor Arena – University of Gloucestershire\, Plock Court\, Tewkesbury Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9DW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/SHA-10.1.17-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260116T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260116T143000 DTSTAMP:20251020T181007Z CREATED:20230914T104421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T181007Z UID:235661-1768564800-1768573800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:SPORTSHALL ATHLETICS - LARGE SCHOOLS' COMPETITION DESCRIPTION:***PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE ON THE ORIGINAL DATE***\nWe are excited to offer all our affiliated schools the opportunity to compete in our Key Stage 2 Sportshall Athletics Competition. Please email bh@gssn.co.uk to confirm your attendance. \nEVENT OVERVIEW\nFriday\, 16th January – confirmed date!\nSmall Schools’ competition: 9.30—11.30\nLarge Schools’ competition: 12.00-14.30\nOxstalls Sports Arena\, Plock Court\, GL2 9DW \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is open to boys and girls in years 4\, 5 and 6.\nSquads: Small Schools: Min 6 boys & 6 girls and max 8 boys & 8 girls.\n Large Schools: Min 9 boys & 9 girls and max 15 boys & 15 girls. \nEVENT LEAD \nSportshall Athletics Associates are supporting the GSSN staff with the running of the event. \nEVENT FORMAT \nSportshall Primary Athletics provides the ideal format in which to introduce young people to grassroots athletics and multi-skills competition in a fun team based format.\nAthletes may compete in a maximum of two track and two field events\, drawn from the following:\nLarge Schools’: On the track: 1 + 1 Lap Relay\, 2 + 2 Lap Relay\, 6 Lap Paarlauf – each requiring two girls & two boys. Obstacle Relay\, Over / Under Relay\, 4 x 1 Lap Relay – each requiring four girls & four boys. In the field: Chest Push\, Soft Javelin\, Speed Bounce\, Standing Long Jump\, Standing Triple Jump\, Vertical Jump – each requiring three girls & three boys.\nSmall Schools’: On the track: 1 + 1 Lap Relay\, 2 + 2 Lap Relay – each requiring two girls & two boys. Obstacle Relay\, 4 x 1 Lap Relay – each requiring four girls & four boys. In the field: Chest Push\, Soft Javelin\, Speed Bounce\, Standing Long Jump\, Standing Triple Jump\, Vertical Jump – each requiring two girls & two boys .\nSportshall Athletics guidelines and rules\, teacher downloads and individual event information for Small School & Large School Competition available from www.sportshall.org\nhttp://www.sportshall.org/primary/primary-sportshall/primary-sportshall-competition URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/sportshall-athletics-large-schools-competition-2/ LOCATION:Indoor Arena – University of Gloucestershire\, Plock Court\, Tewkesbury Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9DW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/20191125_100220-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260128T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260128T113000 DTSTAMP:20250717T073020Z CREATED:20230109T172618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T073020Z UID:235706-1769592600-1769599800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:KS1 SPRING ORIENTEERING FESTIVAL AT ROBINSWOOD HILL DESCRIPTION:We are very pleased to be able to offer our schools the opportunity to take part in an Orienteering Festival\, on Tuesday\, 20th February. This will be the first of a number of outdoor and adventurous activities events organised for our Gloucester Schools at the Robinswood Hill Country Park\, \nWith the support of Churchdown School Sport Leaders\, pupils will take part in a series our orienteering\, and team challenges and even have a chance to navigate the new nature sculpture trail. \nThey can spot wildlife all around them and enjoy a truly special outdoor experience on their doorstep\, which we hope will inspire them to take family and friends back. \nThe activities will encourage teamwork\, listening\, cooperation\, decision-making\, leadership\, and trust. \nPlus we will include our ever-popular OAA obstacle course. \nThe Sessions:\nKey Stage 1- 9.30- 11.30\nKey Stage 2 – 12.00-14.00 \nThe Teams:\nSchool teams are made up of 10 pupils (mixed) \nThis will be a fun\, non-competitive festival for your pupils to experience a new and exciting opportunity. This festival is aimed at those pupils who have not represented their school in previous sporting events and who might prefer a less competitive activity. \nSchools email bh@gssn.co.uk to register your interest. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks1-spring-orienteering-festival-at-robinswood-hill/ LOCATION:Robinswood Hill Country Park\, Reservoir Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6SX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2025-OAA-PIC-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260128T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260128T140000 DTSTAMP:20250717T072854Z CREATED:20230109T172900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T072854Z UID:235710-1769601600-1769608800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:KS2 SPRING ORIENTEERING FESTIVAL AT ROBINSWOOD HILL DESCRIPTION:We are very pleased to be able to offer our schools the opportunity to take part in an Orienteering Festival\, on Tuesday.20th February. This will be the first of a number of outdoor and adventurous activities events organised for our Gloucester Schools at the Robinswood Hill Country Park\, \nWith the support of Churchdown School Sport Leaders\, pupils will take part in a series our orienteering\, and team challenges and even have a chance to navigate the new nature sculpture trail. \nThey can spot wildlife all around them and enjoy a truly special outdoor experience on their doorstep\, which we hope will inspire them to take family and friends back. \nThe activities will encourage teamwork\, listening\, cooperation\, decision-making\, leadership\, and trust. \nPlus we will include our ever-popular OAA obstacle course. \nThe Sessions:\nKey Stage 1- 9.30- 11.30\nKey Stage 2 – 12.00-14.00 \nThe Teams:\nSchool teams are made up of 10 pupils (mixed) \nThis will be a fun\, non-competitive festival for your pupils to experience a new and exciting opportunity. This festival is aimed at those pupils who have not represented their school in previous sporting events and who might prefer a less competitive activity. \nSchools email bh@gssn.co.uk to register your interest. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks2-spring-orienteering-festival-at-robinswood-hill/ LOCATION:Robinswood Hill Country Park\, Reservoir Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6SX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2025-OAA-SUMMER-PIC-7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260204T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260204T150000 DTSTAMP:20260114T080158Z CREATED:20231122T105829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T080158Z UID:236216-1770213600-1770217200@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY SQUAD TRAINING SESSION DESCRIPTION:County Cross Country Squad training sessions (all 14.00-15.00) \nAll sessions will take place at Plock Court – meeting at the Pavilion next to the University Sports Arena. (Top car park\, pass the tennis center) \nThursday 4th December = 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 14th January – 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 4th February – 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 25th February – 14.00-15.00 – County Squad selection races \nCounty Championships Sunday 8th March – Ashley Manor Preparatory School\, Ashley Manor\, 252 London Road\, Cheltenham\, GL52 6NR \nSunday 8th March – Meet at 9.00 o’clock at Ashley Manor Preparatory School \nTRAINING SESSIONS:\nAll squad members are encouraged to run for 20 mins non-stop twice weekly. \nIn addition to the runs\, athletes may try to complete at least once a week in between our squad training sessions. \n10 minute warm-up – jog and stretch\nDrills – high knees /heel flicks/ skips\nSpeed endurance – shuttle runs on football pitch -goal line/halfway line/ goal line /baseline\nTimed run – 2000 m (just over 2 miles) must be continuous – 10 minutes\nCool down – jog and stretch \nCheryl Stennett\nGSSN Network Manager /  School Games Organiser\nTel: 07817332928\nwww.gssn.co.uk URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/county-cross-country-squad-training-sessions-2/ LOCATION:Plock Court – Oxstalls University Arena\, Plock Court\, Tewkesbury Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9DW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260225T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260225T150000 DTSTAMP:20260114T080101Z CREATED:20231122T110201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T080101Z UID:236221-1772028000-1772031600@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:SELECTION RACE FOR THE COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY SQUAD DESCRIPTION:County Cross Country Squad training sessions (all 14.00-15.00) \nAll sessions will take place at Plock Court – meeting at the Pavilion next to the University Sports Arena. (Top car park\, pass the tennis center) \nThursday 4th December = 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 14th January – 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 4th February – 14.00-15.00\nWednesday 25th February – 14.00-15.00 – County Squad selection races \nCounty Championships Sunday 8th March – Ashley Manor Preparatory School\, Ashley Manor\, 252 London Road\, Cheltenham\, GL52 6NR \nSunday 8th March – Meet at 9.00 o’clock at Ashley Manor Preparatory School \nTRAINING SESSIONS:\nAll squad members are encouraged to run for 20 mins non-stop twice weekly. \nIn addition to the runs\, athletes may try to complete at least once a week in between our squad training sessions. \n10 minute warm-up – jog and stretch\nDrills – high knees /heel flicks/ skips\nSpeed endurance – shuttle runs on football pitch -goal line/halfway line/ goal line /baseline\nTimed run – 2000 m (just over 2 miles) must be continuous – 10 minutes\nCool down – jog and stretch \nCheryl Stennett\nGSSN Network Manager /  School Games Organiser\nTel: 07817332928\nwww.gssn.co.uk URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/selection-race-for-the-county-cross-country-squad/ LOCATION:Plock Court – Oxstalls University Arena\, Plock Court\, Tewkesbury Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9DW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260308T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260308T120000 DTSTAMP:20251103T130756Z CREATED:20231122T110600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T130756Z UID:236223-1772960400-1772971200@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS - Ashley Manor Preparatory School DESCRIPTION:Congratulations to all athletes that have qualified from our training sessions and will now represent Gloucester at the County Championships\, which will take place on Sunday 8th March at Ashley Manor Preparatory School. \nMeet at 9.00 o’clock at Ashley Manor Preparatory School\, Ashley Manor\, 252 London Road\, Cheltenham\, GL52 6NR \nAny questions please contact:\nCheryl Stennett\nGSSN Network Manager / School Games Organiser\nTel: 07817332928\nwww.gssn.co.uk\nTwitter: @AtGSSN URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/county-cross-country-county-championships-newent-school/ LOCATION:Ashley Manor Preparatory School\, Ashley Manor\, 252 London Road\, Cheltenham\, GL52 6NR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary ORGANIZER;CN="Gloucester School Sports Network":MAILTO:cs@gssn.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T120000 DTSTAMP:20250717T141941Z CREATED:20230202T123249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T141941Z UID:235751-1773307800-1773316800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:DISNEY INSPIRED GIRLS' SHOOTING STARS FOOTBALL FESTIVAL AT RIBSTON HALL HIGH SCHOOL DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to offer our schools the chance to participate in our fun Disney-Inspired Shooting Stars Football Festival. Many of your schools are now running clubs using the Disney shooting stars resources and this event will be a celebration for girls recently introduced to football. \nPlease encourage your girls to dress up as their favorite Disney character from the top upwards (no long dresses).\nMini mouse ears\, Princess crowns\, Dalmation Spots – the choice is endless\, as seen in the picture below! \nTHE TEAMS: 10 pupils per year group\, from years 1/2 and/or 3/4. Schools can enter groups in one or both year groups. \nEVENT FORMAT \nDisney inspired Shooting Stars by England Football is made up of two initiatives; Active Play Through Story Telling and Girls’ Football Clubs\, both have been developed to support the engagement of girls aged 5-11 years old in sport at school and in the home.\nThis event will be a celebration for all the girls currently involved in this programme or new to football.\nSchools to bring own set of bibs in case of team colour clashes.\nTwo sessions will run consecutively then the groups will swap sessions.\nSession 1 – skill based circuit\nSession 2 – small sided tournament \nShould you wish to register your attendance\, please email bh@gssn.co.uk. There is no limit on the number of teams each school can bring. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/disney-inspired-shooting-stars-girls-football-festival/ LOCATION:Ribston Hall High School\, Stroud Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 5LE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2025-FOOTBALL-GIRLS-DISNEY-PIC-1-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T143000 DTSTAMP:20250717T074227Z CREATED:20220217T142805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T074227Z UID:235154-1773826200-1773844200@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:KS1 EASTER MULTI-SKILLS FESTIVAL at Barnwood Park HS DESCRIPTION:EVENT 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.\nTRANSPORT BOOKING\nDue to the popularity of these events we recommend that schools book their transport well in advance. We have teamed up with Bennetts Coaches whom are happy to take on bookings as early as September for the 2023/24 academic year. No cancellation fee will be applied as long as schools cancel within their 2 week cancellation notice period.\nEASTER BONNET COMPETITION\nPupils are invited to create an Easter Bonnet; there will be prizes for the most original. \nTHE TEAMS\nThere is no limit on the number of classes each school can bring.\nGroups should be made of up to 30 pupils from KS1\, including Reception. \nEVENT LEAD \nThe GSSN staff will be leading this event with the support of Secondary School Sport Leaders. \nWednesday 18th March\nAM SESSION: 9.30 – 11.30\nPM SESSION: 12.30 – 14.30 \nThursday 19th March\nAM SESSION: 9.30 – 11.30\nPM SESSION: 12.30 – 14.30 URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks1-easter-multi-skills-festival-2/ LOCATION:Barnwood Park Arts College\, St Lawrence Road\, Gloucester\, Gl4 3QT CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/XMAS-MSKILLS-PIC-2023-15.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260319T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260319T143000 DTSTAMP:20250717T074446Z CREATED:20220217T142639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T074446Z UID:235150-1773912600-1773930600@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:KS1 EASTER MULTI-SKILLS FESTIVAL at Barnwood Park HS DESCRIPTION:EVENT 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.\nTRANSPORT BOOKING\nDue to the popularity of these events we recommend that schools book their transport well in advance. We have teamed up with Bennetts Coaches whom are happy to take on bookings as early as September for the 2023/24 academic year. No cancellation fee will be applied as long as schools cancel within their 2 week cancellation notice period.\nEASTER BONNET COMPETITION\nPupils are invited to create an Easter Bonnet; there will be prizes for the most original. \nTHE TEAMS\nThere is no limit on the number of classes each school can bring.\nGroups should be made of up to 30 pupils from KS1\, including Reception. \nEVENT LEAD \nThe GSSN staff will be leading this event with the support of Secondary School Sport Leaders. \nWednesday 18th March\nAM SESSION: 9.30 – 11.30\nPM SESSION: 12.30 – 14.30 \nThursday 19th March\nAM SESSION: 9.30 – 11.30\nPM SESSION: 12.30 – 14.30 URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks1-easter-multi-skills-festival/ LOCATION:Barnwood Park Arts College\, St Lawrence Road\, Gloucester\, Gl4 3QT CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/20250702_141240.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T113000 DTSTAMP:20250717T075607Z CREATED:20220218T142525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T075607Z UID:235309-1776245400-1776252600@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:SEND FESTIVAL OF SPORT DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to offer our affiliated schools the opportunity to bring a group of 10 SEND pupils to take part in our SEND Multi-sport festival. \nTHE TEAMS\nThis competition is for SEND primary-aged children (KS1 and KS2).\nEach group should be made up of 10 students of mixed gender with cognitive or physical disabilities.\n\nEVENT LEAD\nThe GSSN staff will be leading this event with the support of Gloucester Academy School Sport Leaders.\n\nEVENT FORMAT\nThe pupils will take part in a range of activities which will include: New Age Kurling\, Boccia\, New Age Bowling\, target shooting and table tennis. \nBoccia is an attack-defend game\, with two sides competing over a set number of ends. The aim is to score as many points as possible by placing their set of coloured balls closest to the white jack ball. \nNew-Age Bowls is an easy-to-play version of the traditional game of bowls that has been adapted to make it fun and accessible to any players of any age or ability. \nNew-Age Kurling is a sport that requires participants to deliver stones from one end of a court to a target at the other end of the court.\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. \nPlease email bh@gssn.co.uk if you would like to join us on what will be a fun\, active day. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/ks2-send-new-age-kurling-boccia/ LOCATION:Gloucester Academy\, Painswick Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6RN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/2025-SEND-FEST-SPORT-OIC-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260424T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260424T133000 DTSTAMP:20250717T080410Z CREATED:20220217T143005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T080410Z UID:235157-1777023000-1777037400@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:QUICKSTICKS HOCKEY "MOBBERLEY CUP" TOURNAMENT DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite our schools to take part in our 11th annual ‘Quicksticks’ Hockey Tournaments. \nWe run 2 tournaments based on your pupils levels of skills and confidence. \nBoth events (Mobberley Cup & Plate Competition) will run alongside on Friday 24th April at The Kings School\, Archdeacon Meadow GL1 2TF\, from 9.30-13.30 (finish time TBC depending on the number of teams taking part)\nEmail bh@gssn.co.uk to register a team/s. \nEVENT LEAD \nThe King’s School Sport Leaders will be supporting the GSSN with the running of the Tournaments\n\nEEVENT FORMAT\nThe Mobberley Cup and Plate Tournaments will run alongside on the same day.\n4-a-side with up to 2 substitutes\, using rolling replacements at any time.\nMatches start with a centre (free) pass from the half way line\, which must be played backwards. Opponents must be at least 3 metres back and in their own half.\nGoals can only be scored from inside the opponent’s half. A penalty goal is scored a player deliberately prevents the ball crossing the goal line using their feet or body.\nA free pass is awarded for any of the incidents below and are indirect (goals cannot be scored directly from them). Opponents must be at least 3 metres away from the free pass. If an offence occurs within 5 metres of the goal\, the free pass is taken at a point 5 metres from the goal.\nStudents need to wear proper trainers and MUST wear shin guards.\nSchools should bring their own equipment if possessed (hockey sticks & Quicksticks balls) and a set of bibs. Gum shields are advised\, but not compulsory For a full set of rules\, refer to the GPSFA “Hockey Rules” pages in this Handbook. \nFor a full set of rules\, refer to the GPSFA “Hockey Rules” pages in the Sports Handbook. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/quicksticks-development-teams-tournament/ LOCATION:The Kings School\, Archdeacon Meadow\, Gloucester\, GL1 2TF CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/IMG_20220406_113031-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260424T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260424T133000 DTSTAMP:20250717T080303Z CREATED:20220217T143137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T080303Z UID:235161-1777023000-1777037400@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:QUICKSTICKS HOCKEY "PLATE TOURNAMENT" DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite our schools to take part in our 12th annual ‘Quicksticks’ Hockey Tournaments. \nWe run 2 tournaments based on your pupils levels of skills and confidence. \nBoth events (Mobberley Cup & Plate Competition) will run alongside on Friday 24th April at The Kings School\, Archdeacon Meadow GL1 2TF\, from 9.30-13.30 (finish time TBC depending on the number of teams taking part)\nEmail bh@gssn.co.uk to register a team/s. \nEVENT LEAD \nThe King’s School Sport Leaders will be supporting the GSSN with the running of the Tournaments\n\nEVENT FORMAT\nThe Mobberley Cup and Plate Tournaments will run alongside on the same day.\n4-a-side with up to 2 substitutes\, using rolling replacements at any time.\nMatches start with a centre (free) pass from the half way line\, which must be played backwards. Opponents must be at least 3 metres back and in their own half.\nGoals can only be scored from inside the opponent’s half. A penalty goal is scored a player deliberately prevents the ball crossing the goal line using their feet or body.\nA free pass is awarded for any of the incidents below and are indirect (goals cannot be scored directly from them). Opponents must be at least 3 metres away from the free pass. If an offence occurs within 5 metres of the goal\, the free pass is taken at a point 5 metres from the goal.\nStudents need to wear proper trainers and MUST wear shin guards.\nSchools should bring their own equipment if possessed (hockey sticks & Quicksticks balls) and a set of bibs. Gum shields are advised\, but not compulsory For a full set of rules\, refer to the GPSFA “Hockey Rules” pages in this Handbook. \nFor a full set of rules\, refer to the GPSFA “Hockey Rules” pages in the Sports Handbook. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/quicksticks-hockey-competition/ LOCATION:The Kings School\, Archdeacon Meadow\, Gloucester\, GL1 2TF CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Quicksticks-pic-kinds-leaders-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260505T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260505T143000 DTSTAMP:20250717T080057Z CREATED:20240425T110442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T080057Z UID:236297-1777973400-1777991400@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:KS2 & SEND GOLF FESTIVAL AT HARTPURY COLLEGE DESCRIPTION:EVENT LEAD\nThe GSSN staff will support Hartpury Golf Academy\, Gloucestershire Golf Partnership and the Golf Foundation. \nEVENT OVERVIEW\nTuesday\, 5th May\nAM Session – 10.00-12.00\nPM Session – 12.30-14.30 \nTHE TEAMS\nMixed teams of 10 KS2 pupils and the same for SEND event.\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. \nEVENT FORMAT\nThe teams will move around a skills circuit scoring points which will be accumulated to decide final finishing positions. \nUnleash Your Drive – The National Primary Schools Golf Programme\nOur ambition is to help change the face of mental wellbeing in schools\, by introducing golf to children from all backgrounds.\nUnleash Your Drive is a comprehensive programme that can be delivered over six weeks by any teacher thanks to our easy to follow printed and digital resources\, specially adapted Golfway kit and our built-in evaluation tool. \nUsing adapted golf equipment\, training for teachers and coaches\, and lesson plans focused around developing 9 specific mental toughness tools\, the Golf Foundation is able to deliver the life skills to all young people The programme will introduce children to the basics of the game through fun\, engaging team-based games involving chipping and putting activities.   \nFor more information contact -email Tom Sparks on tom@golf-foundation.org \nShould you wish to register a team/s\, please reply to this email and include the name of the member of staff who will be attending the event. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/236297/ LOCATION:Hartpury College\, Hartpury\, Gloucestershire\, GL19 3BE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:CPD,Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2025-GOLF-PIC-5.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260506T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T143000 DTSTAMP:20250717T080641Z CREATED:20220218T143853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T080641Z UID:235321-1778059800-1778077800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:YR 1/2 QUADKIDS ATHLETICS COMPETITION DESCRIPTION:QuadKids is a Primary age athletics concept adapted into 4 events creating a suitable stepping stone into Track & Field. \nTHE TEAMS\nPre-Start Years 1/2: Teams must consist of a minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls (8)\, and a maximum of 5 boys and 5 girls (10) – the top 4 athletes making up the final score. Each individual will compete in all 5 events.\nStart Year 3/4: Teams must consist of a minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls (8) and a maximum of 5 boys and 5 girls (10)-the top 8 male and female athletes making up the final score.\nEach individual will compete in all 5 events. \nEVENT LEAD \nThe Crypt School Sport Leaders are supporting the GSSN with the running of the QuadKids Athletics Competitions. \nEVENT FORMAT \nYear’s 3/4 disciplines: 50 meters sprint\, 400 meters run\, Mini-Vortex howler throw Standing Long Jump and 50 meters Shuttle relay. \nFor further information and downloadable resources please visit http://www.quadkids.org/Schools URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/yr-1-2-quadkids-athletics-competition/ LOCATION:Blackbridge Athletics Track\, Poplar Cl\, Gloucester\, GL1 5TX CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/20250502_1136402.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260506T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T143000 DTSTAMP:20250717T080540Z CREATED:20230202T131608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T080540Z UID:235765-1778059800-1778077800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:YR 3/4 QUADKIDS ATHLETICS COMPETITION DESCRIPTION:QuadKids is a Primary age athletics concept adapted into 4 events creating a suitable stepping stone into Track & Field. \nTHE TEAMS\nPre-Start Years 1/2: Teams must consist of a minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls (8)\, and a maximum of 5 boys and 5 girls (10) – the top 4 athletes making up the final score. Each individual will compete in all 5 events.\nStart Year 3/4: Teams must consist of a minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls (8) and a maximum of 5 boys and 5 girls (10)-the top 8 male and female athletes making up the final score.\nEach individual will compete in all 5 events. \nEVENT LEAD \nThe Crypt School Sport Leaders are supporting the GSSN with the running of the QuadKids Athletics Competitions. \nEVENT FORMAT \nYear’s 3/4 disciplines: 50 meters sprint\, 400 meters run\, Mini-Vortex howler throw Standing Long Jump and 50 meters Shuttle relay. \nFor further information and downloadable resources please visit http://www.quadkids.org/Schools URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/yr-3-4-quadkids-athletics-competition/ LOCATION:Blackbridge Athletics Track\, Poplar Cl\, Gloucester\, GL1 5TX CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/QUADKIDS-2017-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260520T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260520T133000 DTSTAMP:20250716T155948Z CREATED:20220218T143617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T155948Z UID:235318-1779269400-1779283800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:SMALL PRIMARY SCHOOLS' SWIMMING GALA DESCRIPTION:GLOUCESTER PRIMARY SCHOOLS’ SWIMMING GALA 2026 – SMALL SCHOOLS’ COMPETITION \nEmail bh@gssn.co.uk to register a team and request a team sheet. \nEVENT FORMAT \n9.30 Schools arrive Finish by 13.30. \nAll age groups will compete in the following races\, with Year 2/3 taking place over 10 meters and Year 4/5 and open age races over 25 meters.\n Freestyle\n Breaststroke\n Backstroke\n Relays \nTHE TEAMS\nYears 2/3\, 4/5 and open-age races (any year).\nIndividual races: 2 boys and 2 girls swimmers per race per school team.\nRelays: 4 boys and 4 girls swimmers per race per school team.\nThe maximum number of races any one swimmer can take part in is 2 individual\nraces plus 1 team relay. \nChildren should bring T-shirts\, towels\, and a light snack and drink. We will be using the multi-change area and therefore each child will need a £1 coin for the locker. \nEVENT LEAD \nThe GSSN with the support of Secondary School Sports Leaders will be running the Primary Schools’ Swimming Galas for small and large schools. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/large-primary-schools-swimming-gala/ LOCATION:Barton Pool GL1 Leisure Centre\, Bruton Way\, Gloucester\, GL1 1DT CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/gala-pic-2023-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260521T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260521T133000 DTSTAMP:20250716T155918Z CREATED:20220218T143130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T155918Z UID:235312-1779355800-1779370200@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:LARGE PRIMARY SCHOOLS' SWIMMING GALA DESCRIPTION:GLOUCESTER PRIMARY SCHOOLS’ SWIMMING GALA 2026- LARGE SCHOOLS’ COMPETITION \nEmail bh@gssn.co.uk to register a team and request a team sheet. \nEVENT FORMAT \n9.30 Schools arrive Finish by 13.30. \nAll age groups will compete in the following races\, with Year 2/3 taking place over 10 meters and Year 4/5 and open age races over 25 meters.\n Freestyle\n Breaststroke\n Backstroke\n Relays \nTHE TEAMS\nYears 2/3\, 4/5 and open-age races (any year).\nIndividual races: 2 boys and 2 girls swimmers per race per school team.\nRelays: 4 boys and 4 girls swimmers per race per school team.\nThe maximum number of races any one swimmer can take part in is 2 individual\nraces plus 1 team relay. \nChildren should bring T-shirts\, towels\, and a light snack and drink. We will be using the multi-change area and therefore each child will need a £1 coin for the locker. \nEVENT LEAD \nThe GSSN with the support of Secondary School Sports Leaders will be running the Primary Schools’ Swimming Galas for small and large schools. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/small-primary-schools-swimming-gala/ LOCATION:Barton Pool GL1 Leisure Centre\, Bruton Way\, Gloucester\, GL1 1DT CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/swimming_gala_picture_programme.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260602T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260602T113000 DTSTAMP:20260316T095141Z CREATED:20231214T130825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T095141Z UID:236247-1780392600-1780399800@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:KS1 SUMMER ORIENTEERING AND ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES FESTIVAL AT ROBINSWOOD HILL DESCRIPTION:***Due to a clash with the SGO Summit Conference on 3rd June\, schools please take note of the date change – THIS EVENT IS NOW ON TUESDAY 2nd JUNE *** \nWe are very pleased to be able to offer our schools the opportunity to take part in an Orienteering Festival. This will be the last of a number of outdoor and adventurous activities events organised for our Gloucester Schools at the Robinswood Hill Country Park\, \nWith the support of Churchdown School Sport Leaders\, pupils will take part in a series our orienteering\, and team challenges and even have a chance to navigate the new nature sculpture trail. \nThey can spot wildlife all around them and enjoy a truly special outdoor experience on their doorstep\, which we hope will inspire them to take family and friends back. \nThe activities will encourage teamwork\, listening\, cooperation\, decision-making\, leadership\, and trust. \nPlus we will include our ever-popular OAA obstacle course. \nThe Sessions:\nKey Stage 1- 9.30- 11.30\nKey Stage 2 – 12.00-14.00 \nThe Teams:\nSchool teams are made up of 10 pupils (mixed) \nThis will be a fun\, non-competitive festival for your pupils to experience a new and exciting opportunity. This festival is aimed at those pupils who have not represented their school in previous sporting events and who might prefer a less competitive activity. \nSchools email bh@gssn.co.uk to register your interest. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/key-stage-1-orienteering-and-adventurous-activities-festival-at-robinswood-hill/ LOCATION:Robinswood Hill Country Park\, Reservoir Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6SX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2025-OAA-SPRIING-PIC-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260603T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260603T140000 DTSTAMP:20250717T072735Z CREATED:20230209T095102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T072735Z UID:235785-1780488000-1780495200@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:KS2 SUMMER ORIENTEERING FESTIVAL AT ROBINSWOOD HILL DESCRIPTION:We are very pleased to be able to offer our schools the opportunity to take part in an Orienteering Festival. This will be the last of a number of outdoor and adventurous activities events organised for our Gloucester Schools at the Robinswood Hill Country Park\, \nWith the support of Churchdown School Sport Leaders\, pupils will take part in a series our orienteering\, and team challenges and even have a chance to navigate the new nature sculpture trail. \nThey can spot wildlife all around them and enjoy a truly special outdoor experience on their doorstep\, which we hope will inspire them to take family and friends back. \nThe activities will encourage teamwork\, listening\, cooperation\, decision-making\, leadership\, and trust. \nPlus we will include our ever-popular OAA obstacle course. \nThe Sessions:\nKey Stage 1- 9.30- 11.30\nKey Stage 2 – 12.00-14.00 \nThe Teams:\nSchool teams are made up of 10 pupils (mixed) \nThis will be a fun\, non-competitive festival for your pupils to experience a new and exciting opportunity. This festival is aimed at those pupils who have not represented their school in previous sporting events and who might prefer a less competitive activity. \nSchools email bh@gssn.co.uk to register your interest. URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/key-stage-2-summer-orienteering-festival-at-robinswood-hill/ LOCATION:Robinswood Hill Country Park\, Reservoir Road\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL4 6SX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2025-OAA-SUMMER-PIC-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260604T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260604T120000 DTSTAMP:20250717T134628Z CREATED:20230209T101444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T134628Z UID:235788-1780565400-1780574400@gssn.co.uk SUMMARY:MOUNTAIN BIKE COMPETITION DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to invite our schools to take part in our Mountain Bike Competition which will take place on Thursday\, 4th June\, from 9.30-12.00 at Norton Village Hall open fields\, GL2 9LJ. \nTHE TEAMS\nThe competition is for students from Years 5 and 6.\nTeams must be made up of 4 riders with 2 boys and 2 girls making up the team. \nEVENT FORMAT\nThe competition will be run on grass. It will be based on a team relay challenge to complete a set number of laps of the designated course (approx. 800m in length). The team completing the required number of laps first will win. Each member of the team will complete a lap (in turn) and hand over to the next team member until all laps have been completed. The number of laps to be completed by each rider will be decided on the day and take into account prevailing weather conditions and the length of the course. There will also be an open entry Individual Time Trial Race (1 lap) for any team members to take part in on the day – this will be a separate competition with medals to be won in addition to the team event.\nImportant note: There will be 1 bike allocated to each school. It is important\, therefore\, that the team members are approximately the same height. This will avoid seat adjustment between riders during the team race. Whilst this is permitted\, teams that have to undertake this task will be putting themselves at a disadvantage. \nRiders can only take part in the races with the bikes provided by the organisers. \nEmail bh@gssn.co.uk to register your interest. \nLocation address:\nNorton Village Hall\nOld Tewkesbury Road\nNorton\nGloucester\nGL2 9LJ \nhttps://www.nortonvillagehall.co.uk/contact-us/ URL:https://gssn.co.uk/event/235788/ LOCATION:Norton Village Hall\, Old Tewkesbury Road\, Norton\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 9LJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Primary,SEND ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gssn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Mountain-Bike-2023-pic-6.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR