We are thrilled to announce that our seven Primary 7 pupils have started their journey to become Playmakers, a program led by Alison Murray from Active Schools to help them develop as sports leaders! Today marked the first session, and the six pupils who were in attendance got stuck right in, showing great enthusiasm and energy. They loved every moment of it!
Over the next weeks, our Primary 7s will be taking part in the Playmakers program, which is designed to build their confidence, leadership, and communication skills by planning and organising fun sports activities for their peers. Each of the pupils has been given a booklet to fill in as they progress through the sessions, reflecting on what they have learned and how they can become great role models in promoting physical activity.
We’re so proud to see our young leaders already engaging so actively in their first week! Keep posted on more updates of our Primary 7s in action as they continue their journey to becoming Playmakers and sports leaders! For now, check out the photos below of our Primary 7s excited to embark on this fantastic new project.
- UNCRC Children’s Rights Covered:
- Article 12: Right to be heard and have a say in matters affecting them
- Article 29: Education must develop a child’s personality, talents, and abilities to the fullest
- Article 31: Right to rest, leisure, play, and participate in cultural and recreational activities
- SDG Goals Covered:
- Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being (Ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all ages)
- Goal 4: Quality Education (Inclusive and equitable quality education for all)
- SHANARRI Indicators Covered:
- Active: Encouraging physical activity and engagement in sports
- Included: Ensuring every child has an opportunity to participate and feel involved
- Achieving: Developing leadership and organisational skills
- Meta-Skills Used:
- Collaborating: Working together to lead and organise activities
- Leading: Taking initiative and guiding peers in sports activities
- Communicating: Sharing ideas and instructions clearly with others
- Feeling: Building empathy, understanding emotions, and supporting peers
- Adapting: Adjusting to new roles, challenges, and situations in the leadership journey
- Initiative: Taking proactive steps to plan and deliver fun and engaging activities
- Integrity: Demonstrating fairness, honesty, and respect while leading and participating
