Chorley SSP

Leadership - Primary Tag Rugby Festival 🏉 (cancelled)
2026-06-04 15:30 - 17:30 (Europe/London) | Chorley Panthers RLFC, Chisnall Ln, Coppull, Chorley, PR7 5EA, United Kingdom
CANCELLED

Objective: To increase confidence, engagement, and physical activity levels among pupils, using tag rugby to promote teamwork, respect, and skill development.
Target Audience: Each school is invited to nominate a mixed-gender team of ten children from KS2, who are less active or less engaged in physical education.
Event Format:

Pupils will take part in a series of tag rugby games and skill-building activities, such as passing drills, running lines, and defending.
The event will be a carousel of fun, inclusive games focused on participation and skill development.
All necessary equipment will be provided.
Leaders will be involved with refereeing and supporting participation.

Logistics:

Leaders should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought.
School PE kit to be worn.
Leaders are responsible for their own transport.

Tag Rugby Festival KS2 (cancelled)
2026-06-04 15:45 - 17:00 | Chorley Panthers RLFC, Chisnall Ln, Coppull, Chorley, PR7 5EA, United Kingdom
CANCELLED

Tag Rugby Festival 🏉
Get ready for a day of teamwork, speed, and fun at the Tag Rugby Festival! This event is a brilliant opportunity for pupils to get active and learn the basics of rugby in a safe and engaging way. We’re on a mission to build confidence and communication skills while promoting the core values of the sport: teamwork, respect, and enjoyment. It’s all about working together, scoring tries, and making great memories. Let’s get on the pitch! ✨
Objective: To increase confidence, engagement, and physical activity levels among pupils, using tag rugby to promote teamwork, respect, and skill development.
Intent: Engage new target groups of young people
Target Audience: Each school is invited to nominate a mixed-gender team of ten children from KS2, who are less active or less engaged in physical education.
Please select pupils who:

Have not previously represented the school in a competitive capacity.
Are not currently working at the expected level in PE.
Are capable of working in a team.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.
Are willing to try new activities and learn.

Event Format:

Pupils will take part in a series of tag rugby games and skill-building activities, such as passing drills, running lines, and defending.
The event will be a carousel of fun, inclusive games focused on participation and skill development.
All necessary equipment will be provided.

Logistics:

Pupils should arrive in school PE kit and trainers.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.
For drop-off and pick-up, please use the designated car park.
Water only – no energy drinks or juice.

PLT Day
2026-06-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Anderton Centre, New Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 9HG, United Kingdom
Annual networking and CPD day for all PE subject leaders, lunch provided.

Leadership Academy Training Course - Rounders umpiring
2026-06-08 15:45 - 17:15 | Holy Cross High School, Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS, United Kingdom

Leadership - Hockey Umpiring Course
2026-06-09 15:30 - 17:00 | Holy Cross High School, Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS, United Kingdom
On completion Leaders should:

Acquire some basic knowledge of how to communicate effectively; how, where and when to play effective advantage and where they should be positioned to be able to make accurate decisions.

Have the opportunity to practise umpiring, turning the knowledge just acquired into skills

H+B Tennis Festival
2026-06-09 16:00 - 17:30 | St Joseph’s High School, Chorley New Road, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL66HW, United Kingdom
Not for Chorley Schools.
Year 2 – 8 in a Squad – 9th June – @St Josephs High School – 4pm till 5.30pm.

Y3&4 Quad Kids
2026-06-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Westway sports hub, West Way, Chorley, PR7 1FG, United Kingdom
Objective:
Championing physical literacy
Promote success and achievement
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Target Audience:
Children that want to compete in Athletics for their school team in a competitive environment 🏃‍♀️
Please select pupils who:

Have an understanding of the athletics events.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.

Event Format:

Pupils will compete against other schools in different pools.
Points will be collected from each station and totalled to give an overall score 🏆
All equipment will be provided, and the competition will be run by qualified CSSP staff.

Logistics:

Pupils should wear trainers / running spikes.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought into the area
School PE kit to be worn.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.

Key Outcomes:

Experiencing a competition environment.
Show resilience.
Show respect to all others involved.

Leadership - Quad Kids
2026-06-10 15:30 - 17:30 | Westway sports hub, West Way, Chorley, PR7 1FG, United Kingdom
Objective:
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Improve health and wellbeing (i.e 60 active minutes)
Promote success and achievement
Target Audience: Each school is invited to nominate a mixed-gender team of ten children from KS2.
Event Format:

Pupils will take part in 4 athletics stations
The event will be focussed on competition
All necessary equipment will be provided.
Leaders will be involved with running a station

Logistics:

Leaders should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought.
School PE kit to be worn.
Leaders are responsible for their own transport.

Y5&6 Quad Kids
2026-06-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Westway sports hub, West Way, Chorley, PR7 1FG, United Kingdom
Objective:
Promote success and achievement
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Target Audience:
Children that want to compete in Athletics for their school team in a competitive environment 🏃‍♀️
Please select pupils who:

Have an understanding of the athletics events.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.

Event Format:

Pupils will compete against other schools in different pools.
Points will be collected from each station and totalled to give an overall score 🏆
All equipment will be provided, and the competition will be run by qualified CSSP staff.

Logistics:

Pupils should wear trainers / running spikes.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought into the area
School PE kit to be worn.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.

Key Outcomes:

Experiencing a competition environment.
Show resilience.
Show respect to all others involved.

Striking & Fielding Festival Y1&2
2026-06-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Westway sports hub, West Way, Chorley, PR7 1FG, United Kingdom
Striking & Fielding Festival Y1&2 🏏
Get ready for a day of teamwork, skill, and fun at the Striking and Fielding Festival! This event is a brilliant opportunity for pupils to get active and learn the basics of games like rounders and cricket in a safe and engaging way. We’re on a mission to build confidence and communication skills while promoting the core values of the sport: teamwork, respect, and enjoyment. It’s all about working together, hitting the ball, and making great memories. Let’s get on the field! ✨
Objective: To increase confidence, engagement, and physical activity levels among pupils, using striking and fielding games to promote teamwork, respect, and skill development.
Intent: Championing physical literacy
Target Audience: Each school is invited to nominate a mixed-gender team of ten children from Year 1 & 2, who are less active or less engaged in physical education.
Please select pupils who:

Have not previously represented the school in a competitive capacity.
Are not currently working at the expected level in PE.
Are capable of working in a team.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.
Are willing to try new activities and learn.

Event Format:

Pupils will take part in a series of striking and fielding games and skill-building activities, such as hitting, throwing, and catching drills.
The event will be a carousel of fun, inclusive games focused on participation and skill development.
All necessary equipment will be provided.

Logistics:

Pupils should arrive in school PE kit and trainers.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.
For drop-off and pick-up, please use the designated car park.
Water only – no energy drinks or juice.

Striking & Fielding Festival Y3&4
2026-06-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Westway sports hub, West Way, Chorley, PR7 1FG, United Kingdom
Striking & Fielding Festival Y3&4 🏏
Get ready for a day of teamwork, skill, and fun at the Striking and Fielding Festival! This event is a brilliant opportunity for pupils to get active and learn the basics of games like rounders and cricket in a safe and engaging way. We’re on a mission to build confidence and communication skills while promoting the core values of the sport: teamwork, respect, and enjoyment. It’s all about working together, hitting the ball, and making great memories. Let’s get on the field! ✨
Objective: To increase confidence, engagement, and physical activity levels among pupils, using striking and fielding games to promote teamwork, respect, and skill development.
Intent: Championing physical literacy
Target Audience: Each school is invited to nominate a mixed-gender team of ten children from Year 3 & 4, who are less active or less engaged in physical education.
Please select pupils who:

Have not previously represented the school in a competitive capacity.
Are not currently working at the expected level in PE.
Are capable of working in a team.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.
Are willing to try new activities and learn.

Event Format:

Pupils will take part in a series of striking and fielding games and skill-building activities, such as hitting, throwing, and catching drills.
The event will be a carousel of fun, inclusive games focused on participation and skill development.
All necessary equipment will be provided.

Logistics:

Pupils should arrive in school PE kit and trainers.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.
For drop-off and pick-up, please use the designated car park.
Water only – no energy drinks or juice.

Leadership - Y3&4 Golfways ⛳
2026-06-11 15:30 - 18:00 | Holy Cross High School, Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS, United Kingdom
Objective:
Develop leadership, character, life skills
Create positive experiences
Build social skills and connection
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Target Audience:
Leaders that would like to help CSSP staff run the Golfways event

Pupils will compete against other schools travelling around different stations
Points will be collected from each station and totalled to give and overall score
Leaders will help set up the equipment station, help to lead and manage the stations and communicate with teachers and pupils
All equipment will be provided, and the competition will be run by qualified CSSP staff

Logistics:

Leaders should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought to the event
School PE kit to be worn.
Leaders are responsible for their own transport.

Leadership - Rounders
2026-06-15 15:30 - 18:00, 2026-06-22 15:30 - 18:00, 2026-06-29 15:30 - 18:00 | Holy Cross High School, Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS, United Kingdom
Objective:
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Improve health and wellbeing (i.e 60 active minutes)
Promote success and achievement
Target Audience: Each school is invited to nominate a mixed-gender team of children from KS2.
Event Format:

Pupils will take part in a league table of rounders fixtures
The event will be focussed on competition
All necessary equipment will be provided.
Leaders will be involved with umpiring or scoring

Logistics:

Leaders should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought.
School PE kit to be worn.
Leaders are responsible for their own transport.

Y5&6 Rounders
2026-06-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Holy Cross High School, Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS, United Kingdom
Dates :
15th June
22nd June
Final :
29th June
Objective:
Promote success and achievement
Supporting transition
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Target Audience:
Children that want to play rounders for their school team in a competitive environment 👟
Please select pupils who:

Have an understanding of the rounders rules.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.

Event Format:

Pupils will compete against other schools in a league style format.
The top teams in each pools will qualify for the final
All equipment will be provided, and the competition will be run by qualified CSSP staff

Logistics:

Pupils should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought onto the courts
Teams should bring their own bats & balls to warm up with.
School PE kit to be worn.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.

Key Outcomes:

Experiencing a competition environment.
Encourage teamwork and resilience.
Show respect to all others involved.

H+B Rounders Competition
2026-06-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Rivington & Blackrod High School, Rivington Lane, Rivington, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL67RU, United Kingdom
Not for Chorley Schools.
Y5/6 – 11 in a Squad (B/G) Max of 5 Boys – 16th June – @Rivington & Blackrod High School Lower Field – 4pm till 6pm.

Bishops Leadership - Netball
2026-06-17 15:30 - 17:30 | Eccleston St Michaels Primary School, The Green, Eccleston,, Nr. Chorley, Lancashire PR7 5T, PR7 5TE, United Kingdom
Objective:

Develop leadership, character, life skills
Create positive experiences
Build social skills and connection
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity

Target Audience:
Leaders that want to help Croston Primary Cluster to run a Netball Competition .
Event Format:

Pupils will compete against other schools in a round robin format.
Presentation on the night
All equipment will be provided and the competition will be run by Primary Teachers from Cluster

Logistics:

Leaders should wear trainers and School PE kit to be worn (always have extra layers)
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought onto the courts or into schools
Leaders are responsible for their own transport.

Y5&6 Mixed Cricket
2026-06-18 09:30 - 15:00, 2026-06-19 09:30 - 15:00 | Brinscall Cricket Club, School Lane, PR6 8PT
Please only book 1 date
Objective:
Promote success and achievement
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Target Audience:
Children that want to play cricket for their school team in a competitive environment 🏏
Please select pupils who:

Have an understanding of the cricket rules.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.

*No Gender Criteria this year*
10 in a Squad, 8 in a team.
Event Format:

Pupils will compete against other schools in a league style format.
The top teams in each pools will qualify for the final
All equipment will be provided, and the competition will be run by qualified CSSP staff

Logistics:

Pupils should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought onto the pitch
Teams should bring their own bats & balls to warm up with.
School PE kit to be worn.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.

Key Outcomes:

Experiencing a competition environment.
Encourage teamwork and resilience.
Show respect to all others involved.

Leadership - Hockey
2026-06-18 15:30 - 18:00 | Holy Cross High School, Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS, United Kingdom
Objective:
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Improve health and wellbeing (i.e 60 active minutes)
Promote success and achievement
Target Audience: Each school is invited to nominate a mixed-gender team of children from KS2.
Event Format:

Pupils will take part in a league table of hockey fixtures
The event will be focussed on competition
All necessary equipment will be provided.
Leaders will be involved with umpiring or scoring

Logistics:

Leaders should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought.
School PE kit to be worn.
Leaders are responsible for their own transport.

Y5&6 Hockey League
2026-06-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Holy Cross High School, Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS, United Kingdom
Dates:
18th June
25th June
Objective:
Promote success and achievement
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Supporting transition
Target Audience:
Children that want to play Hockey for their school team in a competitive environment 🏑
Please select pupils who:

Have an understanding of the Hockey rules.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.

Event Format:

Pupils will compete against other schools in a league style format.
All teams will be in 1 pool and results will be decided at the end of the 2nd week
All equipment will be provided, and the competition will be run by qualified CSSP staff

Logistics:

Pupils should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought onto the pitch
Teams should bring their own hockey sticks, and a ball to warm up with.
School PE kit to be worn.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.

Key Outcomes:

Experiencing a competition environment.
Encourage teamwork and resilience.
Show respect to all others involved.

H+B Quad Kids
2026-06-23 13:00 - 18:00 | Bolton Arena, Arena Approach, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL66LB, United Kingdom
Not for Chorley Schools.
Y1/2 – Min of 4 Boys & 4 Girls to make a team, Max of 5 Boys & 5 Girls – 23rd June – @Bolton Arena – 1pm till 3pm.
Y3/4 – Min of 4 Boys & 4 Girls to make a team, Max of 5 Boys & 5 Girls – 23rd June – @Bolton Arena – 1pm till 3pm.
Y5/6 – Min of 4 Boys & 4 Girls to make a team, Max of 5 Boys & 5 Girls – 23rd June – @Bolton Arena – 4pm till 6pm.

Y5&6 Girls Cricket
2026-06-25 09:30 - 15:00 | Brinscall Cricket Club, School Lane, PR6 8PT
Please only book 1 date
Objective:
Promote success and achievement
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Target Audience:
Children that want to play cricket for their school team in a competitive environment 🏏
Please select pupils who:

Have an understanding of the cricket rules.
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.

10 in a Squad, 8 in a team.
Event Format:

Pupils will compete against other schools in a league style format.
The top teams in each pools will qualify for the final
All equipment will be provided, and the competition will be run by qualified CSSP staff

Logistics:

Pupils should wear trainers.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought onto the pitch
Teams should bring their own bats & balls to warm up with.
School PE kit to be worn.
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.

Key Outcomes:

Experiencing a competition environment.
Encourage teamwork and resilience.
Show respect to all others involved.

Leadership - Hockey CANCELLED
2026-06-25 15:30 - 18:00 | Holy Cross High School, Myles Standish Way, Chorley, PR7 3LS, United Kingdom

Derian House colour run (AM) - Leadership
2026-06-27 09:30 - 12:00 | Derian House, Derian House Children's Hospice, Chancery Road, Chorley, PR7 1DH
Objective:
Create positive experiences
Build social skills and connection
Volunteer for a local charity.
Target Audience:
Leaders that want to help Derian house host a colour run 🎨
Event Format:

Runners will run around a track
Leaders need to be prepared to get involved by dancing, helping derian house staff & creating a truly magical experience.
Leaders will be responsible for a paint station, face painting, medal hand outs. 🌈

Logistics:

Leaders should wear clothes they do not mind getting full of colour.
A Derian house t-shirt will be given to you when you arrive. 💚
A packed lunch & water bottle should be brought (they will also have food on site).
Leaders are responsible for their own transport.

Derian House colour run (All Day) - Leadership
2026-06-27 09:30 - 14:30 | Derian House, Derian House Children's Hospice, Chancery Road, Chorley, PR7 1DH

Derian House colour run (PM) - Leadership
2026-06-27 12:00 - 14:30 | Derian House, Derian House Children's Hospice, Chancery Road, Chorley, PR7 1DH

H+B Mixed Cricket Competition
2026-06-30 13:00 - 16:00 | Horwich RMI Cricket Club, Chorley New Road, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL65NH, United Kingdom
Not for Chorley schools.
Y5/6 – 10 in a Squad, 8 in a team (Min of 2 Girls) – 30th June – @Horwich RMI CC – 1pm till 4pm.

Y4-Y6 Small Swimming Gala
2026-07-01 19:00 - 21:00 | All Seasons, Water street, Chorley, PR7 1EX, United Kingdom
Please only book on if you are a small school, sign up to the large school waiting list if there is no space.
Objective:
Promote success and achievement
Improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity
Championing physical literacy
Target Audience:
Children that want to swim for their school team in a competitive environment 🏊‍♂️
Children that are less confident swimmers and want to take part in the Aqua Splash 💦
Please select pupils who:

Can swim competently for 25 meters (Gala)
Are less confident swimmers and want to experience being in a pool in a pressure free, fun environment (Aqua).
Will represent the school in a mature and respectful manner.

Event Format:

Pupils will compete against other schools in 2 heats.
Children will compete for individual and team placings
All equipment will be provided, and the competition will be run by qualified CSSP staff

Logistics:

Pupils should wear swimming costume, goggles, hat and bring a t-shirt with them.
A water bottle is required. Under NO circumstances may energy drinks & juice be brought onto pool side
Schools are responsible for their own transport and supervision.

Key Outcomes:

Experiencing a competition environment.
Develop competence in the water.
Show respect to all others involved.
