Today we delivered a successful Y5&6 Quadkids Athletics event at Foulston Park, bringing together pupils from six primary schools for an afternoon of fun, competition and physical activity.

Quadkids is a unique athletics format designed to introduce young people to the core skills of track and field. Throughout the event, pupils competed in four disciplines: sprinting, endurance running, throwing and jumping. Each challenge encouraged participants to demonstrate a range of athletic abilities while developing confidence, resilience and teamwork.

The event welcomed enthusiastic teams from across Plymouth, with pupils showing excellent sportsmanship, determination and support for one another throughout the afternoon. The inclusive nature of Quadkids allowed all participants to have an equal opportunity to contribute to their team’s overall score, regardless of individual strengths.

Alongside the physical benefits, the event supported wider outcomes linked to teamwork, leadership and positive behaviour. Pupils represented their schools with pride, embraced healthy competition and celebrated personal and collective achievements. Results will be sent out to schools by the end of the week.

The PSSP team would like to thank all participating schools, staff and the sports leaders from Coombe Dean for their support in making the KS2 Quadkids event such a success. Events like this play a vital role in inspiring young people to enjoy physical activity and develop a lifelong love of sport.