Appleford places much emphasis on a healthy and active lifestyle. Our PE department boasts a range of lessons that would be the envy of much larger schools. Expert and enthusiastic staff develop both physical fitness and enjoyment in such traditional sports as rugby, cricket, athletics, gymnastics, netball, football and rounders, trampolining and badminton.
PE sessions
All pupils have PE sessions aimed at delivering a rigorous programme for physical development which is monitored by the PE staff who keep parents updated on their child’s progress.
Sporting Awards
At the 2018 ISA Awards which celebrates the excellence of Independent Schools in a range of categories, Appleford School were delighted to be presented with the trophy for the best school for ‘Outstanding Sport’ (small school), in recognition for the work we do in this field
Our girls netball team competed in a five-day U16 Netball Tournament in Paris in October 2023, a premier European annual event.
Old Applefordians have represented their countries in Rugby Union and previous Head Boys have National Horse Dressage Champion and National Motor Racing Champion awards.
Fixtures
Our PE Department not only delivers high-quality lessons to develop the necessary skills and enthusiasm in a wide range of sports but also organises competitive fixtures in Rugby, Football, Netball, Cricket and Rounders, against many regional teams. We promote competitive sports at all ages and have a range of Enrichment activities.
Facilities
Our superb sports hall boasts facilities for all sports together with an indoor climbing wall. All children have access to regular swimming lessons with an end of year gala giving the opportunity for inter-house competition. The highlight of our sporting year is the annual inter-house Sports Day, along with the Cross Country and Swim Gala.
