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Should tackling be allowed in school rugby?

Stadia Sports manager Daniel Goddard takes a look at the dangers of school rugby and discusses...

Young Solihull cricketers honoured by Bears

Five young Solihull School cricketers have seen their fine seasons recognised with awards at t...

SURFACING SPECIAL: Charles Lawrence

We speak to surfacing experts Charles Lawrence about what to consider when installing a new sp...

Brentwood School student wins Bronze for England

Elle Pasmore and James Henderson represented England in the 8th WUKF European Karate Champions...

SURFACING SPECIAL: S&C Slatter Ltd.

Schools continue to invest with S&C Slatter

Top England hockey star visits Oundle

England and GB centre forward, Sam Ward, has visited Oundle School to train with the School's ...

Oundle School cricketer represents in annual match

16-year-old Simon Fernandes was recently selected to compete in MCC School's match against Eng...

SURFACING SPECIAL: total-play

A 'turn-key' solution to new sports facility projects

Young triathlete qualifies for European Championships

Elliot Swallow qualified despite reducing his training to study for his GCSEs

Karate success for Rydal Penrhos

A group of Preparatory School pupils are celebrating after achieving Karate grading success

Rydal Penrhos victorious in golf contest

Talented golfers at Rydal Penrhos got their season off to the perfect start with a notable suc...

Developing the next generation

Former cricket star Darren Maddy helps Solihull School to flourish through new sports scholar...

Brothers take home home Feva Class title in Sailing Regatta

In-form sailors at Rydal Penrhos are crowned national champions

Dressed to impress

We talk to XXV Brand Manager Sam Killin about performance sportswear and being part of the Ste...

Nike runs away with new schools programme

Nike and Kids Run Free bring top US project 'Marathon Kids' to the UK

Will it all just be the same again?

Chairman of PADSIS, Neil Rollings looks at issues around sports at the start of the year

What is left when the season is over?

Neil Rollings from PADSIS looks at ways to evaluate a strong summer season

Mount Kelly swimmers gain eight medals at Rio

Alumni from Mount Kelly take home medals from Rio Paralympics

Continuing professional learning for PE teachers

John Bentley, CEO at Inspiring Learning, shares his thoughts on the benefits of sending PE sta...

Pupils gain advantage with Yorkshire Carnegie

Pocklington School joins rugby club's Affiliated Schools Programme

Bedford Girls' unveils new sporting facility

Lacrosse match marks the opening of new Cople Fields building at Bedford Girls' School

Saskia Clark opens new facilities at Royal Hospital School

Olympic Gold medallist opens new £1.1m indoor sports centre including state of the art climbin...

Global perspectives

Steve Wright examines how travel can have a crucial effect in expanding young minds

Q&A: Annabel Eyre

We talk to former Olympic rower Annabel Eyres, who attended Bryanston and is keen to help deve...

Why school trips matter for pupils and schools

Hollie Swain looks at the benefits of overseas tours for both pupils and independent schools

Read our independent school sports mag online now!

The Autumn Term 2016 Independent School Sport magazine is now available to read for free, pack...

Sussex schoolgirl featured in viral sporting campaign

Lewes Old Grammar School student features in Always' campaign encouraging girls not to give up...

Lizzy Yarnold inspires Derby students

Winter Olympic Gold medal winner Lizzy Yarnold MBE, urged students to follow their dreams at D...

Oxford University kick off rugby training at Kingham Hill

Varsity Blues rugby squad at Oxford University recently visited Kingham Hill School for presea...

Continuing professional learning for PE teachers

John Bentley, chief executive officer, Inspiring Learning, shares his thoughts on the benefits...

Heather Stanning to lecture at Loretto on mental health

Double Olympic gold medal winner to give lecture at Loretto School for UK's leading veterans' ...

KEHS takes up Ultimate Frisbee as exam stress-buster

King Edward's High School for Girls, Birmingham introduces demanding sport to help relieve exa...

Made in Somerset

Eight Millfieldians competed at the Rio 2016 Olympics. We go behind the scenes with Director o...

Duncan's road to Rio

Strathallan student Duncan Scott recently won silver for Team GB at the Olympics

Rydal alumni claims silver at Rio

Rower Vicky Thornley, former Rydal Penrhos pupil, secures second place in double sculls at Rio...

Five ways to mark the Olympics

The highlight of this year's sporting calendar, there are many ways to celebrate Rio 2016 - wi...

Brighton prep students leap ahead

Brighton College bring home eight medals from National Prep Schools Athletics Championships

How to look after your school sports equipment

Daniel Goddard offers his tips on looking after sports equipment, focusing on reducing risk an...

Dauntsey's pupil receives Team GB call for Rio Paralympics

Athletics star Polly from Dauntsey's receives call-up after reaching long jump finals in Doha

Super smart sports clothing of the future

Salford University researchers helping create next generation of smart clothing for athletes