Manor Park Community School (Warwickshire)

No. on Roll: 607

Age Range: 11 - 16

Description: Secondary

Background and Purpose

After consultation with the Deputy Headteacher we tailored a programme with the objective of engaging a specific group of Year 10 and Year 11 students whose behaviour was challenging and attendance decreasing. In addition, two students who had a record of short-term exclusions and a particularly disengaged attitude to mainstream curriculum, were targeted for one-to-one input. Linda was looking for a fresh initiative that would hopefully engage a predominantly activity motivated cohort of students. The main objectives of the programmes were to improve attendance amongst both Year 10 and 11 students, build self-esteem and confidence in a social context, improve behaviour, and avoid exclusion maintaining the students on school roll.

Method Summary

1. Delivery of the Award in Sports Leadership to both Year 10 and 11 students on school site conducted within the 'Life Skills' programme.

2. Individual work focused on delivering units of the Youth Achievement Award

3. Individual work focused on delivering units of the 'Getting Connected' award scheme.

Method Detail

One In 2 Sports Instructor works within the 'Life Skills' programme, aimed at Year 10 and 11 students, between 9 and 12:30 each day except Thursday. The first half of term was used to build relationships with the students, discuss the leadership programmes, and introduce the students to the informal, yet productive style of delivery. Following half term, working in conjunction with, but not alongside, the PE department, the Award in Sports Leadership began to be delivered. Although the leadership awards have a specific unit structure, these are delivered in a non-uniform, informal way extracting the specific achievements of each student on a session by session basis. Two In 2 Sports instructors are present on a Wednesday between 8 and 3:30pm. A breakfast multi-sport club is delivered between 8 and 8:45am, open to KS3 students. In 2 Sports then focus on working with two students on an individual basis; one of which is working towards a Youth Achievement Award, the other toward units of 'Getting Connected'. Both students receive input from other agencies such as the Youth Offending Team and Connexions.

Outcomes

The Youth Achievement award allows the Award in Sports in Leadership to act as a unit and therefore dual accreditation is possible. In addition all of the awards delivered are QCA accredited to a minimum level 1 and therefore count towards threshold and points for the school. No hard outcomes have yet been attained due to the programme still being underway. Soft outcomes such as improved behaviour have been reported.

"We have found the In 2 Sports staff to be reliable, punctual and professional in their dealings with both staff and students. The year 11 group is working particularly hard towards the JSLA and we are hopeful for positive outcomes for this group of students. Good relationships have been built with the 2 one to one students, both of whom look forward to their time with In 2 Sports. We have been pleased with the way In 2 Sports staff fit in with us at school and are committed to helping our students achieve."

Lynda Pearce, Bursar

George Eliot Community School (A Business & Enterprise College), Nuneaton

Age Range: 11 - 16

Description: Secondary

Background and Purpose

Tim Over, head at George Eliot School Nuneaton, wanted to engage a talented, and gifted rugby player that was disaffected with the mainstream curriculum. The student was in Year 10, had a poor record of attendance, and a history of short-term exclusions. The head had supported the student but was running out of suitable initiatives to engage him and was noticing his behaviour becoming increasingly challenging. The main objective of the programme was to engage the student, build his self-esteem and confidence in a social context, improve his behaviour and avoid exclusion, utilize his talents, and provide him with an alternate career path should his dream of becoming a rugby professional not materialize.

Method Summary

Student mentoring in a vocational setting using sport as a means of engagement and practical based (QCA accredited) award delivery as a tool for raising self-esteem and improving behaviour .

1. Informal Interview

2. Two-week work experience placement with award delivery

3. One day per week vocational mentoring with award delivery

Method Detail

An In 2 Sports Senior Instructor informally interviewed the student on school site to ensure his suitability. Stage 2 was for the student to begin a two-week work placement with In 2 Sports. This involved him being picked up from school daily at 9:00am and working alongside 3 instructors delivering sports sessions to local primary schools. The student was then returned back to school after completion of an Out of School Hours (OSH) activity. During the two-week placement the student provided assistance initially, but due to his increasing confidence and attitude, managed to quickly progress and lead elements of sessions. Following the initial work placement the student, as part of a personalised curriculum, worked with one of our instructor mentors one afternoon per week, again in a vocational setting. Based predominantly at Croft Junior School, he began to extend his skills and really develop within a social capacity. At this time we were working towards the Community Sports Leadership Award, a step up from the Award in Sports Leadership he had previously completed.

Outcomes

The student demonstrated an ability to effectively communicate, organise groups, referee matches, and evaluate performance. His achievements were recognised through accreditation by Sports Leaders UK at Level 1. Reports from the head at George Eliot over the students' behaviour and attitude within school were encouraging and it was at this time the student was offered a youth contract with Worcester Rugby Football Club.

"Thank you to you and your instructors for the care and support you have given Luke during his two weeks work experience. I visited him again yesterday and watched him take part of a lesson with Year 6 pupils at Croft School. He had a confident and mature manner and has obviously learnt much about being an instructor. I was so proud of him and what he is now achieving."

Tim Over, Headteacher

Ellistown Primary School (Leicestershire)

No. on Roll: 191

Age Range: 4 - 11

Denomination: Community

The school chose to use In 2 Sports to cover PPA time to ensure that during cover time the curriculum is enhanced by high quality teaching and not just 'ticking over'. 

After school the coach also delivers an after school club for our Key Stage 2 children until 4.45pm. This was over-subscribed and we have had to organise two sets of sessions to accommodate all the children who wanted to attend - testament to the quality of the delivery.

On the whole the package agreed with In 2 Sports is very good in fulfilling all the school's needs and is flexible in that it can be changed from term to term.

Margaret James, Headteacher

Donisthorpe Primary School (Leicestershire)

No. on Roll: 229

Age Range: 4 - 11

Denomination: Community

The School continues to choose In 2 Sports to cover Curricular and after school sports sessions from foundation classes through to year 6. These take place on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays throughout the school academic year.

"During this academic year we have worked with In 2 Sports for three afternoons per week in conjunction with our PPA cover. Having bought into the services of In 2 Sports prior to this we were confident that the staff had the appropriate skills to deliver sporting activities for us and that their staff, who are known to us, would be able to manage the children effectively. PPA time has worked very well so far this year and we would hope to continue with this programme again next year."

Mrs. Mary E. El Menyiy, Head teacher

Evington Valley Primary School (City of Leicester)

No. on Roll: 316

Age Range: 4 - 11

Denomination: Community

The School for the past 4 years has chosen In 2 Sports to cover after school sports provisions for the children of the school by having a minimum 10 week blocks of activities each term.

"We have been using In 2 Sports to run two after school clubs since 2002 and have found them to be a very professional organisation. I have no hesitation in recommending In 2 Sports to Schools, Colleges, Clubs etc."

Jill Griffin, Head teacher

Glenmere Primary School (City of Leicester)

No. on Roll: 203

Age Range: 4 - 11

Denomination: Community

The School continues to choose In 2 Sports to cover a Friday after school sports provision for their children in years 2, 3 &4.

"In 2 Sports have been running an after school club at our school for the past few years. I have always found the instructors that work here to be well organised and have good control of the children, they always check to see why a particular child has not turned up for the class, ask for fire drill procedures, they always request emergency contact numbers for parents/carers and details of any medical conditions the children may have. I would have no hesitation in recommending In 2 Sports to other schools."

Mrs. J J Barrett, Head teacher

Rolleston Primary School (City of Leicester)

No. on Roll: 291

Age Range: 4 - 11

Denomination: Community

The School continues to choose In 2 Sports to cover after school sports provisions for the children of the school by having 10 week blocks of activities each term.

"I am writing to thank you for the Multi-Sports sessions you continue to provide each week. I feel the children really enjoy the extra-curricular nature of the In 2 Sports provision and it is valuable for them to participate in activities that are led by outside agencies, instead of members of the school staff."

Sally Farr, Head teacher

Westfield Junior School (Leicestershire)

No. on Roll: 303

Age Range: 7 - 11

Denomination: Community

The School for the last 6 years have chosen and are continuing to use In 2 Sports to cover Curricular and extended services (including weekends).

"I'm delighted with the level and quality of coaching on offer supplied by In 2 Sports. I find the instructors well trained, well mannered, integrate well with all our staff (attend the staff Christmas lunch) and the children really enjoy working with them.Nowadays In 2 Sport coaches provide 55 minutes PPA time for all staff on two and a half days a week. They organise three lunchtime clubs, 2 after school clubs and a Saturday morning sports session. Hopefully we will be running our first play scheme during half term break."

Paula McSorley, Head teacher

Swannington Primary School (Leicestershire)

No. on Roll: 87

Age Range: 4 - 11

Denomination: Community

The School continues to choose In 2 Sports to cover a Tuesday after school sports provision for all children attending the school.

"In 2 Sports have provided high quality coaching for PPA time and after-school clubs for the past number of years. I am happy to recommend them to other schools."

Mal Knapton, Head teacher

King Edward VII College / Greenhill Youth Centre (Leicestershire)

Day(s): Thursday

Times: 9:00 - 11:00

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The Sports Leaders Level 1 Award is delivered on a weekly basis as part of the football programme for King Edward College, Coalville and is based at the local youth centre (Greenhill) which provides the ideal informal learning environment for disengaged young people to work in. Within this programme the leaders help organise childrens soccer camps during the holiday periods and engage in a residential experience. This programme was aimed at Year 11 students who were having difficulties in their main stream education, including attendance and behavour problems.

VESA 13 - 19 Education Support Agency (City of Leicester)

Day(s): Monday - Thursday

Times: 13:15 - 14:45

Over the past 3 years In 2 Sports have delivered alternative education programmes in sport for VESA; a City educational establishment who's role is to develop alternative education programmes across the City and County. These programmes are aimed at students who are looking to achieve vocational qualifications through sport in both year 10 & 11.

To date we have delivered sports leadership awards, and are now piloting Key Skills through sport and personal health and fitness qualifications. These programmes all run as part of a co-ordinated approach by the schools which sees time-tabled slots brought into line at all the schools to enable prorammes to run for the benefit of all students at all schools.

"We have been working with In 2 Sports as part of the Increased Flexibility Programme which provides vocational qualifications for KS4 students from City Schools. They are so flexible and accommodating and their administration and reporting procedures are prompt and informative. We have really valued their approach and professionalism which ensures students are at the heart of everything."

Graham Conway & Viv Laxton, Project Managers

Positive Activities For Young People - Connexions (Leicester Shire)

Day(s): School Holidays

Times: Various

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At targeted venues during school holiday times we deliver leadership programmes to young people. The aim is to provide them with training to look at sports coaching as a possible career route and make them aware of the opportunities available in sport. In many cases this work is with hard to reach youngsters who may not take up such opportunities in more formal surroundings. It can be important to sight that in the last seven years we have had 7 employees from our programmes and today we have three instructors, one of whom is now a senior instructor, having left school with no formal qualifications, a low attendance and labelled as a potential young offender. The young people on this programme come from the age range 8 through to 19 and in some cases are referred from agencies. They are placed on an age appropriate programme with an award attached. These programmes aim to increase confidence and develop social skills. These programmes bring together young people from vary different backgrounds and naturally involves some good examples of community cohesion work.

"As a main objective of the Positive Activities for Young People programme, community cohesion has proved to be proactively embedded in all aspects of planning and delivery. This is also evidenced by the commitment in ensuring a diverse team of skilled coaches."

Rita Chohan, Project Manager

All Saints Primary School & Sharnford Primary School (Leicestershire)

No. on Roll: 138 & 57 Respectively

Age Range: 4 - 11

Denomination: Community

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The School for the last 3 years have chosen and are continuing to use In 2 Sports to cover curricular and extended services (including weekends).

"In 2 Sports are currently working in both All Saints Primary School and Sharnford Primary School providing games lessons and after school sports clubs. Following a successful one term trial, staff, children, and governors have decided to continue the contract. Instructors arrive promptly with all resources for the session. They use good behaviour management stratergies and adhere to health and safety procedures. All administration is well organised and paperwork is clear. We found all In 2 Sport staff to be helpful, efficient and professional at all times."

Mrs Kath Allsopp, Head teacher

Battling Brook Primary School (Leicestershire)

No. on Roll: 407

Age Range: 4 - 11

Denomination: Community

The School for the last 3 years have chosen and are continuing to use In 2 Sports to cover curricular and extended services (including weekends).

"In 2 Sports are currently working in both All Saints Primary School and Sharnford Primary School providing games lessons and after school sports clubs. Following a successful one term trial, staff, children, and governors have decided to continue the contract. Instructors arrive promptly with all resources for the session. They use good behaviour management stratergies and adhere to health and safety procedures. All administration is well organised and paperwork is clear. We found all In 2 Sport staff to be helpful, efficient and professional at all times."

Mr J. Talbot, Head teacher

Huncote Primary School (Leicestershire)

No. on Roll: 133

Age Range: 5 - 11

Denomination: Community

The School continues to choose In 2 Sports to cover Curricular and after school sports sessions from Year 1 through to year 6. Sessions take place on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the school academic year.

"We would like to express our satisfaction with the sports instructors who have taken sports sessions with our pupils. Your staff members have encouraged the children to behave well by using appropriate behaviour management strategies, and they have led by example. Their sports instructor abilities are obvious, and we are impressed with your policy and monitoring arrangements. We have found that your staff have an exemplary attitude to the necessary responsibility associated with the welfare of children, especially in respect of the after-hours club held on Fridays when there are fewer staff available. We have confidence in your company and we look forward to continuing our relationship with you."

Lynn Stanton, Assistant Head teacher

Talent 4 Life (Leicester)

In 2 Sports was approached by an organisation which provided training programmes to Leicester City young people who were not engaged in mainstream education and who were the most challenging of young people at schools across the city. Talent 4 Life, having monitored our work with other agencies such as Connexions asked us to deliver the Sports Programmes it wished to run. This included a combination of practical P.E sessions as well as awards leading to recognised qualifications. Over the past year around 20 young people have participated on the programme, working towards and in the vast number of cases achieving their level 1 sports leaders award. The expansion of Talent 4 Life will see an increase in sports awards and qualifications being delivered by In 2 Sports including the Personal Health and Fitness Course at Level 1 and 2.

Northern Warwickshire School Sports Partnership

In 2 Sports began supplying Northern Warwickshire School Sport Partnership (NWSSP) with coaching services in the Summer Term 2006 by providing staff for an Extended Services showcase event held at a local Primary School, and a 'Day of Sport' event held at Alderman Smith Secondary School. Following on from this in the Autumn Term our relationship developed resulting in us being asked to deliver a number of breakfast clubs. In conjunction we were asked to provide senior staff to deliver the partnerships' 'Team Teaching Programme' for Games. The NWSSP have been providing an intensive support package to individual teachers to develop their confidence, knowledge and skills in their own school environment. This has been running for a number of years in order to meet one of the objectives of the PE & School Sports Club Links (PESSCL) programme. Linked to this programme was the provision of the 'Lunchtime Leaders' scheme. This optional scheme delivered the 'Young Leaders Award' (Sports LeadersUK Certified) to year 5 or 6 pupils and focused on peer mediation and making best use of schools 'Huff & Puff' equipment. Since the scheme began we have worked with over 50 teachers and certified in excess of 60 children. In 2 Sports are curently supplying NWSSP with 20 breakfast clubs and have extended the Team Teaching Programme to include Dance.

Stockingfarm Youth Centre

In 2 Sports were asked by a voluntary training organisation to run a 12 week programme on Personal Health and Fitness which would engage young people in or at the risk of being in the NEET group. Not in Employment, Education or Training. The funding was provided by Government Office East Midlands, with the aim of engaging 10 young people. In 2 Sports delivered the Personal Health and Fitness Level 1 Award which is the equivalent to a GCSE grade D - F.

The programme started off as a turn up and try session and attracted young people from local schools in Beaumont Leys and New Parks as well as young people referred by agencies such as the Youth Offending Teams, Connexions, and other agencies. In total at the first session 24 young people turned up, this was too many, but all were allowed to engage in the project. After a few weeks the group settled down and we averaged 14 per session.

Of the 14 who engaged on a regular basis 8 are expected to achieve the award. In 2 Sports invited local colleges down to talk to the group about progression routes. Two young people have now enrolled onto a sports related college course. One young person has gained employment in the sports industry since participating on the course. In 2 Sports are now in line to deliver a similar programme in New Parks, Highfields and Beaumont Leys.