Evaluation of Sports Successes

We have made exceptional progress in Physical Education, School Sport and Physical Activity (PESSPA) during the 2025–26 academic year. Our achievements reflect a sustained and strategic commitment to improving the quality, breadth, and inclusivity of PE and sport provision for all pupils. This is the 2nd consecutive platinum award received by Auckley following previous gold awards.

The School Games Mark Criteria 2025-2026

We were so incredibly proud to be awarded the Platinum School Games Award for 2025-2026 (an award which lasts for two years) again for the second consecutive time . This award continues to be testament to the offer of sporting activities and opportunities which are on offer to our children at Auckley Primary Academy. Our children receive a varied and exciting curriculum supported by an engaging after-school provision, aimed at consolidating those wonderfully taught skills in lessons.

We look forward to building upon these successes in the future!

School Games Platinum Award

Achieving the Platinum School Games Mark reflects our school’s long-standing dedication to embedding a culture of physical activity and competitive sport. This award recognises:

• Sustained participation in intra- and inter-school competitions
• A broad range of physical opportunities for all pupils, including SEND
• Strong student voice through our Junior Leadership Team
• A clear and impactful PE vision shared by the whole school community

Staff CPD and Upskilling

Significant investments in continuing professional development have raised the quality of PE teaching:

• Training in curriculum PE including dance, gymnastics, and assessment for learning
• Team teaching with specialist coaches
• Improved staff confidence and subject knowledge

Impact: Teachers now deliver more confident, engaging, and inclusive PE lessons, leading to improved pupil enjoyment and progress across all year groups.

Overall Impact

Strategic investment in CPD, equipment, leadership, and inclusive provision has led to:

• Increased participation across all year groups
• Improved teacher competence in PE delivery
• Greater prioritisation of pupil health and wellbeing
• An embedded culture of daily physical activity

We are proud of our progress and committed to building on these successes in the coming year.