SMSC in the Community
Who we are
We aim to leverage our current community reach and extensive school network with a wealth of sporting expertise to deliver regular, engaging and safe sporting opportunities for the identified young people. The primary aim will be to provide regular sport sessions within the community targeting key groups (pupil premium, SEN, girls). We aim to use sport to remove barriers to access for those living in low socio economic areas or households; as well as providing sport as an alternative option to young people in areas where antisocial behaviour presides.
Aims and Goals
- Whilst the primary aim will be to provide young people with safe and relaxed access to sports for those wishing to expand their education within sports coaching we will provide support guidance and potential work experience.
- We aim to merge our combined current community reach and extensive school network with a wealth of sporting expertise to deliver regular, engaging and safe sporting opportunities for the identified young people.
- Whilst the primary aim will be to provide the young people with safe and relaxed access to sport, for those wishing to expand their education within sports coaching we will provide support, guidance and potential work experience.
- Our goal is to give young people an alternative opportunity on a Friday evening in areas where high anti-social behaviour currently dictates their behaviours.
- Our coaches will work with the young people to build and foster trusting relationships with adults.
Programme Delivery Plan
- 1 x weekly basketball session for 11 – 14 year olds at St Marks Academy, Mitcham
- We will actively engage with other Safer Saces providers to host a basketball tournament; actively inviting young people from other sports schemes (outside of basketball) to engage in a basketball tournament to facilitate the crossover of sports and postcode areas.
Education Opportunities
- Officiating courses
- Sports coaching career advice
- Potential work experiences
- Mentorships with qualified coaches