At Sidcot, Physical Education is more than just a curriculum; it is an invitation to Live Adventurously through movement. By challenging students to push past their comfort zones and achieve their personal best, we foster the resilience and courage needed to thrive. For our high-achieving athletes, we provide every opportunity to reach their full potential through specialist individual coaching and a competitive fixtures programme, as we strive to ensure our students excel at every sporting moment. Our goal is for every student, regardless of their starting point, to embrace an active lifestyle and discover the joy of physical education.
The Sports Curriculum
Our Sports rotation, led by our specialist staff, provides a dedicated termly focus on major sports, fostering both teamwork and individual excellence through lessons, fixtures and expert coaching.
Beyond traditional team sports, our unique Programme of Activities for Sidcot Students (PASS) offers weekly opportunities for adventurous sports, such as surfing, skateboarding, bouldering, and archery, encouraging them to try something new, develop new skills, and go beyond their comfort zones.
Extra-Curricular Sports
Throughout the year, students can choose from a wide variety of extra-curricular sporting activities designed to build skill, fitness, and wellbeing. We also provide a variety of opportunities for those who excel in sport to push their boundaries through specialist coaching, ensuring every athlete reaches their full potential. Some of the activities we offer include:
- Football Club
- Cricket Club
- Hockey Club
- Rounders Club
- Netball Club
- Swim Club
- Horse Riding Lessons
- Swim Stroke Technique Sessions
- Mindfulness Lane Swimming
- Basketball Club
- Tennis Club
- Golf Club
- Archery
- Fencing
- Multi-Gym
- Triathlon Training
- Track & Field Athletics
Sporting Futures
For those looking to turn their passion into a career, our BTEC Level 2 & 3 National Diploma in Sport offers a high-performance pathway. We are incredibly proud of our track record, with students consistently achieving Distinction and Distinction* grades. Sporting at Sidcot has shaped the futures of many of our students, providing the foundation for careers like that of GB Olympian Kate Reed.
''I was incredibly fortunate to attend Sidcot on a sports scholarship, and I’ll be forever grateful for the opportunity they gave me. The teachers and school community there were endlessly supportive and encouraging. Their belief in me absolutely shaped my athletic journey and played a real part in my career as a professional athlete and Team GB Olympian (Beijing 2008, 10,000m). If you have a child with sporting talent and big dreams, I can’t recommend a supportive environment like Sidcot enough. The right school doesn’t just nurture ability — it nurtures confidence, resilience, and character. If your child has aspirations in sport, consider exploring opportunities like this. They truly can change the trajectory of a young athlete’s life.''
What Sports Facilities are Available at Sidcot?
Sidcot boasts an impressive variety of sporting amenities, including the Sports Centre with its 25m swimming pool and multi-use sports hall, complemented by extensive playing fields, 3G training pitches, and a dedicated Equestrian Centre, all designed to support competitive success and a lifelong passion for physical activity.
Educational Partners
