Football’s increased reach into schools across the country continues to go from strength to strength following the release of the latest data from the $100 million Australian Government Sporting Schools program.
The snapshot from the report reveals Football is the most popular choice among teachers of all the codes and is officially the most participated team sport in the Sporting Schools program with some 700 schools and 50,000 primary students participating in a Hyundai A-League or Westfield W-League branded program in the last 12 months.
FFA’s schools strategy was launched just two years ago with the primary objective to deliver quality, safe and enjoyable experiences to students. The Football program is delivered by trained coaches representing the Hyundai A-League or Westfield W-League clubs and schools receive a free AIA Vitality MiniRoos equipment pack. Teachers also have access to the classroom resource which feature 8-12 lessons mapped against the Australian Curriculum for English, Maths, Art and Physical Education.
“The Sporting Schools results are a tremendous boost following our undertaking to align the Member Federations and Hyundai A-League clubs to help drive football’s push into schools with a united approach,” said FFA CEO David Gallop.
“The Sporting Schools program has not only given us an increased presence in schools but reduced duplication and provided clarity in the roles Member Federations and Hyundai A-League clubs play in the community and schools. There is still plenty of work to do but this is a fantastic start to our long term schools strategy.”
Schools wishing to take part in a Football program delivered by a Hyundai A-League or Westfield W-League club as part of the Sporting Schools program are required to register at https://sportingschools.gov.au/.