Connecting Schools and Clubs to Create Lifelong Participation Pathways

SHAPE Learning Partnership works closely with local sports clubs and community organisations to help more children and young people access opportunities beyond the school day. Through our Club Development programme, we support clubs to engage with schools, introduce new activities and create clear pathways from first experiences to lifelong participation.

By bringing schools and community clubs together, we help children discover new sports, build confidence and develop positive relationships with physical activity that extend beyond the school gates.

What We Offer

• School and Club Partnerships
• Taster Sessions and Activations
• Community Pathway Development
• Workforce and Volunteer Support
• New Sport Engagement Opportunities
• Local Club Signposting

Recent Programmes

Hockey Development

Working alongside Chesterfield Hockey Club, SHAPE secured Sport England Movement Fund investment to deliver hockey engagement sessions in schools and provide clear pathways into local club opportunities. The programme was linked to our Hockey Heroes offer, helping children take their first steps into the sport before progressing into community provision.

Rugby Development

In partnership with Chesterfield Panthers, Dronfield Rugby Club and Tupton Rugby Club, SHAPE delivered T1 Rugby activation sessions in schools to introduce children to the game's exciting new non-contact format. The programme helped raise awareness of local rugby opportunities while supporting clubs to attract and engage new participants.

The Impact

Our support helps to:

• Strengthen relationships between schools and clubs
• Increase participation beyond the school day
• Create sustainable community pathways
• Introduce children to new sports and activities
• Support clubs to engage and grow their membership

Think • Feel • Connect • Move • Compete

Through community sport opportunities, children and young people are encouraged to:

🧠 Think through learning new skills and tactics

❤️ Feel confident, included and successful

🤝 Connect with teammates, coaches and their local community

🏃 Move through regular participation and active lifestyles

🏆 Compete in environments that promote enjoyment, personal growth and achievement

Interested in Working With SHAPE?

Contact the SHAPE team to explore how we can support your club, school or organisation to create more opportunities for children and young people to be active, connected and inspired.