Education

Education

 

Our purpose:

To support children and young people to be the best version of themselves.

 

How:

Inspire young people to enjoy the habit of physical activity and use sport to support their personal & educational development

 

Why:

Evidence shows that children and young people who are more active have more confidence, higher self-esteem, less anxiety and stress and better social skills – attributes that can help them deal with the challenges they face in daily life. Positive attitudes towards physical activity have also been associated with children being happier.

 

What We Do:

PRIMARY SCHOOLS

The Gillingham FC Foundation delivers a range of programmes to support pupil development that includes:

 

PE Delivery 

The Foundation has an experienced team that delivers lessons in line with the National PE Curriculum for Key Stage 1-4.

 

Lunchtime and After School Clubs 

Encouraging children to take part in extra-curricular activities, the Foundation organise the programme with the school to suit their needs and complimenting the PE delivery programme.

 

PHSE 

The Foundation has a range of PHSE workshops to support the school’s curriculum objectives. Ranging from Healthy eating to Diversity and Inclusion the workshops can be delivered at School or incorporated into a visit to Priestfield Stadium.

 

Gills Squad 

Schools committing to a day’s PE delivery with the GFC Foundation automatically qualify for the Gills Squad and receive an exclusive squad number and signed shirt with the school name on the back of the shirt! 

 

Each school receives the following benefits to incentive pupils, celebrate success and encourage positive behaviour:

 

  • Matchday tickets
  • Visit the Training Ground & watch a First Team Training Session.
  • Tours of Priestfield Stadium with the opportunity for PHSE / themed Workshops.
  • Annual School tournament at Priestfield Stadium.
  • Each School will also have a nominated GFC First Team player as your dedicated School Ambassador!
  • Priority access to the Utilita EFL National Kids Cup  - Take part in the annual Gillingham FC local tournament with the winners taking on our League 2 counterparts for the chance of playing at Wembley Stadium on the day of the EFL League 2 Play-off finals each year.

 

 

SECONDARY SCHOOLS

 

The Foundation currently works with Secondary Schools supporting their PE curriculum and creating bespoke programmes to support a school’s objectives.  Examples include, career pathway programmes and unique experiences such as playing at Priestfield stadium and access to matchday tickets,

 

For further information on how the Foundation can support your school, email: foundation@Gillinghamfc.com. 

 

For further information and prices for all the options contact the Gillingham FC Foundation, email foundation@GillinghamFC.com