STAFF and pupils at Ellesmere Primary School are celebrating after it was given a prestigious award for its commitment to competitive sport and physical education.

The school this week picked up the Platinum Award in the School Games Mark, a Government-led awards scheme that celebrates the school’s dedication to promoting physical activity and developing competition across the school and the wider community.

Hazel Adams, PE lead at Ellesmere Primary School, said the staff were delighted at the achievement, paying tribute to the pupils.

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She said: “We are delighted to receive the Platinum Award in the School Games Mark.

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“We are extremely proud of our pupils for their dedication to all aspects of school sport, including those young volunteers, leaders and officials who made our competitions possible.”

The School Games Mark is a Government-led award scheme launched in 2012, facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust to reward schools for their ongoing efforts to enhance PE and school sport.

The Platinum Award is the highest accolade, representing the pinnacle of achievement for schools that have demonstrated a sustained and comprehensive commitment to sporting excellence over several years.

Over the last year the school competed in many sports including dance, gymnastics, football and tag rugby.

Steve Docking, chief executive officer (CEO) of North West Academies Trust which oversees the running of the school, said: “We’re very proud of the team at Ellesmere Primary School for achieving this award.

“It highlights our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality physical education, which encourages every child to be active, healthy, and engaged in sport.”

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Participation in the School Games Mark process allows schools to assess their physical education provision and helps them build an action plan for continuous improvement. Ellesmere Primary School has embraced this process, developing an engaging and inclusive PE curriculum offering competitive and non-competitive sports activities for students of all abilities.

Through the school’s active engagement with local sporting clubs and initiatives, students have had numerous opportunities to participate in community events, developing not only their athletic skills but also important life skills such as teamwork, resilience, and leadership.

Hazel added: “We are now looking forward to another year of super sports.”