Event Description
This festival is delivered as part of our role with the Barclays Girls’ Football in Schools project, a national programme that aims to increase access to football for girls and double participation.
The event is open to all primary schools. Each school is invited to enter:
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1 squad of 8 girls from Years 3 and/or 4
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1 squad of 8 girls from Years 5 and/or 6
Teams will compete in competitive matches within their age groups (Years 3/4 and Years 5/6). The event will take place outdoors on the all-weather football pitches at GOALS Norwich.
As part of the Norfolk School Games, the top 2 teams from each age group will qualify to represent the SSP at the Norfolk School Games Finals on Friday 6th March at GOALS Norwich.
Event Objective
The theme for this event is ‘Compete’, designed for pupils who enjoy performing, challenging themselves, and testing their skills against others.
Event Intent
To develop confidence and competence through competitive football.
Clothing & Footwear
As matches will be held outdoors on all-weather pitches, pupils should wear:
Warm and waterproof outdoor PE kit
Trainers or football boots with moulded studs (no full studs or blades)
Shin pads (compulsory)
Goal keepers must wear gloves
💧 Pupils should also bring a water bottle.
Spectators
Unfortunately, parents and carers cannot spectate at this event.
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: 12th January
Support
For questions or support with preparing pupils, please contact:
📧 l.hunter@canorwich.org