What is the Darlington School Games?
The Darlington School Games is a programme which puts physical activity and sport at the heart of the schools, providing young people with the oppurtunity to learn through physical activity and competition to achieve their personal best.
The Darlington School Games programme has four core aims:
Tackling Inequalities – To increase participation of schools from the most underserved communities.
Physical Literacy – Positive experiences are created and promoted for children and young people.
Youth Engagement – Embed and enhance the principle of ‘by young people, for young people.
60 Active Minutes – Chief medical officer recommends that children aged 5-18 should get 60 minutes of physical activity a day, 20 minutes for disabled children and young people.
For more information about the School Games, please visit the Darlington school sport partnership website [external link]