Yr 5-6 Sportshall Athletics Competition

When

February 3, 2026    
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Bookings

Bookings closed

Where

sportspark uea
Sportspark UEA, Norwich, NR4 7TJ

Event Type

Event Description

Schools are invited to enter one team of 9 girls and 9 boys. Teams may include pupils from Years 5 and/or 6.

Each pupil may compete in a maximum of two track and two field events each, chosen from the following:

Track Events

Obstacle Relay 4 girls and 4 boys

1 + 1 Lap Relay 2 girls and 2 boys

2 + 2 Lap Relay 2 girls and 2 boys

6 Lap Paarlauf 2 girls and 2 boys

Over/Under Relay 4 girls and 4 boys

4 x 1 Lap Relay 4 girls and 4 boys

Field Events

Chest Push 3 girls 3 boys

Soft Javelin 3 girls 3 boys

Speed Bounce 3 girls and 3 boys

Standing Long Jump 3 girls and 3 boys

Standing Triple Jump 3 girls and 3 boys

Vertical Jump 3 girls and 3 boys

Team sheet and formats will be sent once booked on to help select which pupils will take part in each discipline.

The competition will take place indoors using official Sportshall Athletics equipment. Sportshall Athletics is a nationally recognised programme that brings the excitement of athletics indoors, giving young people the chance to experience a wide range of adapted track and field events in a safe, fun, and team-based environment.
For further information and resources to help prepare for the events, visit www.sportshall.org.

Event Objective

This is a ‘Compete’ themed event, designed to give pupils the opportunity to test their skills and enjoy competition against pupils from other schools.

Event Intent
To support individual development in sport.
For more information about our SSP Event Themes and Intents  CLICK HERE

Who Can Take Part?

The event is open to pupils from the SSP member schools 

Clothing & Footwear

The event will be held indoors. Pupils should arrive in suitable indoor PE kit and footwear, and bring a water bottle.

Spectators

Parents and carers are welcome to attend.
⚠️ Please note: The Sportspark charges a 70p entry fee for spectators.

Transport

Free transport will be provided for SSP member schools if required.

When booking, please indicate:

Whether you need transport.

The total number of seats required (pupils + adults).

Final transport arrangements will be confirmed after the booking deadline once travel has been organised.

Photo & Video Consent

We would like to use photos and videos of the event to celebrate the pupils and schools

Photos and videos may be taken by City Academy Norwich (NSSP) staff or an official photographer for use in media (internet, social media, newspapers, newsletters).

It is each school’s responsibility to ensure parental/guardian consent has been obtained for all participants. If no consent is given, pupils will be required to wear a yellow snapband.

Full Photo and Video Consent Policy 

Safeguarding & Risk Assessment

A risk assessment will be emailed to schools before the event.

Schools are reminded of the following safeguarding responsibilities at SSP events.

How to Enter

Complete and submit the booking form below.

Entry deadline: 30th January

Support

For questions or support with preparing pupils, please contact:
📧 l.hunter@canorwich.org

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