Thursday 02^nd July 2026 – Another fantastic day of sport at Plympton Academy with our annual PSSP Primary Disc Golf event hosted by our talented team of Sports Leaders (Pictured above). Up with the lark to set up our 12-hole course ready for primary children from Chaddlewood, Old Priory, Yealmpstone Farm and Plympton St. Maurice. 40 children took part today but so did their accompanying adults as we also run a staff competition in this event. After a quick training session on how to throw the disc and putt, we were underway. This event is run with a shot-gun start so each team starts on a different hole and then all move round once they have completed that hole. There is an 8 shot maximum with the idea being to complete each hole in as few shots as possible, just like Golf. There were several prestigious categories to compete for: overall winning team; lowest scoring boy; lowest scoring girl and lowest scoring female and male staff. It was fantastic to see so many children (and adults) enjoying being outside and actively playing. After clearing down and crunching the results, it was my absolute pleasure to visit different schools to award our winners – drum roll please… Congratulations to Yealmpstone ‘Warriors’ team who took the top spot in the team category; Jacob from Plympton St. Maurice for winning the lowest scoring boy; Rose from Yealmpstone Farm for the lowest scoring girl. Congratulations as well to Mr. Baker and Miss Wafer (both Yealmpstone Farm) for winning the staff competition. I would like to say a huge thank you to a few people: first off to the fantastic group of sports leaders from Plympton Academy – you were absolutely brilliant with the children and they had such a great time because of it; to the Plympton Academy site team for their help setting up (and retrieving a missing disc from a roof) and the PE Department for all of your help preparing and on the day; to Tamsin (PSSP) for helping me set up and run the event – I am so grateful to you all! Thank you to all the staff who brought their teams along – I really hope you enjoyed the event too, and I can’t wait to do it all again next year.

Mrs Cormack

PE Specialist Teacher

Plympton Academy/Tor Bridge High/PSSP

Today, we hosted a Primary School golf event at The Plymouth Golf Centre, featuring both the Super 6 competition and a Year 3/4 Tri-Golf festival.

A range of engaging stations were set up for the Tri-Golf activities, allowing pupils to develop their skills through fun and varied challenges. The Super 6 event also provided a great opportunity for children to experience a more competitive format in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Despite the very warm weather, all pupils showed great enthusiasm, energy, and resilience throughout the morning. It was brilliant to see so many smiling faces and such positive participation.

We would like to say a huge thank you to all staff and the leaders from Lipson Co-operative Academy who supported the event and ensured everything ran smoothly. Your help was greatly appreciated.

As an added highlight, the children also had the opportunity to have a go on the driving range, which was a real hit and a memorable experience for many.

Overall, it was a highly successful and enjoyable morning for everyone involved.

Wednesday 17th June 2026 – A little bit of drizzly rain wasn’t going to stop us this morning for our PSSP Inclusion Football event. 4 teams (Austin Farm, Cann Bridge, Courtlands and Montpelier) joined us for a morning of Football but more specifically an opportunity to have some fun being active. Although the games are competitive, the spirit of this event is very much focused on teamwork, respect and determination, rather than winning at all costs. I find these events to be a wonderful opportunity to witness social connections and mutual respect between schools/children – it is fantastic to see so many smiles. As we were only a few schools today, we decided to forgo the usual round-robin format and instead we played 2 rounds of friendly games so that everyone played each twice. Once again I was fortunate enough to have the support from the amazing Sports Leaders from Stoke Damerel – they refereed our games and coached the children: you really are a credit to your school, thank you all! At the end of the morning, we celebrated with a presentation of certificates before everyone headed back to their schools. Well done to all of the children who participated today, you were great! Thank you to all of the teachers/staff who brought their teams along – I hope you enjoyed it as well. Check out the PSSP website for more upcoming Inclusion events.

Mrs Claire Cormack

PE Specialist Teacher

Plymouth School Sports Partnership

Today saw the Major Primary School Athletics event held at Foulston Park, with 11 primary schools taking part in the day’s activities. Thankfully, the rain held off, allowing the event to run smoothly throughout. Everything was completed efficiently, and the day finished in plenty of time, making it a successful and enjoyable occasion for all involved. Well done to everyone who took part. There were so very close races!

A huge thank you to Eggbuckland Commiunity College Y8 leaders who supported the event. They were all superstars, well done. 

Wednesday 10th June 2026 – Today was another of our PSSP Secondary Inclusion Football events at Harper’s. 8 teams came along to take part in our friendly yet competitive event which focuses on Teamwork, Respect and fun. Represented today were All Saint’s, Coombe Dean, Tor Bridge High, Plympton Academy and Cann Bridge. We have a slightly different format that we utilise to support one player on each team at these events: down either side of the pitch, we create a channel which means that 1 player can play unopposed and support their team from there. This works incredibly well to develop confidence and as a team tactic. Throughout the morning we use a round-robin format so that each team gets to play everyone else. 5 points are awarded for a win/ 3 points for a draw and 1 point for a loss. Once again we were fortunate enough to be supported by the amazing Sports Leaders from Stoke Damerel – they referee and score all of our games as well as supporting the teams and making sure the event runs smoothly so everyone can have a good time – thank you so much Leaders and thank you to Miss Plumpton for organising them for me. At the end of the morning, when all the games have been played, it is my pleasure to announce the results and award some well-earned certificates. Congratulations to Coombe Dean who were our overall winners today and well done to everyone who took part – you all played brilliantly! Thank you to all of the teachers/staff for bringing your teams along and for braving the rain with me – can’t wait to see you all at the next one.

Mrs Claire Cormack

PE Specialist Teacher

Plymouth School Sports Partnership.

Today saw a fantastic turnout for the PSSP Minor Primary Schools Athletics Festival, held at Foulston Park from 10:00am to 2:00pm. A total of 13 primary schools participated, creating a lively and competitive atmosphere throughout the day.

Pupils took part in a wide range of events designed to test their speed, strength, and coordination. Field activities included the vortex throw, long jump, and vertical jump, where students demonstrated impressive technique and determination. Alongside these, a variety of track events kept the energy high, with racers giving their all and cheering each other on.

Despite a few rain showers during the day, the weather did little to dampen spirits. Participants, staff, and supporters showed great resilience, continuing with enthusiasm and making the most of the event.

Overall, the athletics festival was a great success, showcasing not only athletic ability but also teamwork, sportsmanship, and school pride. A big well done to all involved for making it such an enjoyable and memorable day. A massive thank you to the leaders from Eggbuckland Community College and Lipson Academy for supporting the event, (pictured below).