Event Description
The festival is delivered as part of our role within the FA Girls’ Schools Football project, which aims to increase opportunities and access to football for girls in schools.
Schools are invited to enter one squad of up to 8 girls from Years 8 and/or 9 to take part in the competition. Teams will compete against other schools in a series of competitive matches, providing pupils with the opportunity to develop their football skills, teamwork and confidence in a positive sporting environment.
The competition will take place outdoors on the all-weather football pitches at GOALS Norwich.
Event Objective
The theme for this event is ‘Compete’, providing pupils with the opportunity to challenge themselves, showcase their skills and enjoy taking part in competitive football alongside other schools.
Event Intent
To develop confidence, football skills and resilience through positive and enjoyable experiences of competition.
For more information about our Event Themes and Intents CLICK HERE
Which schools is the event open to?
The event is open to pupils from all high schools in the Norwich School Sport Partnership network. All Schools
If your school is not part of our Partnership but would like to attend the event please contact Lisa using the details below.
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
Schools are responsible for arranging their own transport to and from the event.
Photo & Video Consent
We would like to capture photographs and videos of the event to celebrate the achievements of the pupils and schools taking part.
- Photos and videos may be taken by City Academy Norwich (NSSP) staff or an official photographer for use in promotional materials, including websites, social media, newspapers and newsletters.
- It is the responsibility of each school to ensure that appropriate parental or guardian consent has been obtained for all participating pupils.
- Pupils without consent for photography or filming must wear a yellow snap band so they can be easily identified.
Safeguarding & Risk Assessment
- A risk assessment will be emailed to all schools prior to the event.
- Schools are reminded to familarise themselves with their safeguarding responsibilities when attending SSP events. safeguarding responsibilities
How to Enter
- If you are logged in, please complete the booking form below.
- If you are not logged in, please log in to your account before completing the booking form.
- Entry deadline: Tuesday 2nd February
Support
For any questions about the event or support with preparing pupils, please contact: