A Strategic Partnership to Help Your School Thrive

SHAPE Affiliation provides schools with access to a comprehensive programme of support designed to strengthen Physical Education, School Sport and Physical Activity (PESSPA). Working alongside school leaders, we help identify priorities, develop sustainable solutions and create positive experiences that support every child to think, feel, connect and move.

Our affiliation model combines strategic support, professional development, physical activity, enrichment, inclusion and leadership opportunities, giving schools a trusted partner to support improvement throughout the academic year.

What We Offer

• Strategic PESSPA Support
• Curriculum PE & Workforce Development
• Physical Activity & Active Schools
• Competitions & Festivals
• Inclusion & Targeted Support
• Pupil Leadership Opportunities
• Community Pathways & Partnerships
• Access to the SHAPE Resource Hub

How We Support Schools

Our support is built around a simple improvement journey:

Diagnose
Review current provision and identify priorities.

Prioritise
Agree the areas that will make the greatest impact.

Deliver
Provide tailored support, training and opportunities.

Evidence
Track participation, pupil voice and outcomes.

Review
Evaluate progress and plan next steps.

The Impact

Our affiliation helps schools to:

• Strengthen leadership and strategic planning
• Improve the quality of PE and physical activity provision
• Increase participation and engagement
• Support inclusion and remove barriers
• Develop confident staff and young leaders
• Demonstrate clear impact and sustainable improvement

Why Join SHAPE?

As a SHAPE-affiliated school, you gain access to a network of expertise, opportunities and support that is tailored to your context and priorities. We work collaboratively with schools to create practical, evidence-informed solutions that have a lasting impact on pupils, staff and the wider school community.

Interested in Joining SHAPE?

Contact the SHAPE team to find out more about affiliation and how we can support your school's journey.