Sports Reports
SCHOOL GAMES MARK AWARD 24/25 – GOLD!!
‘St. Peters have gone above and beyond this year; they have been heavily involved in lots of events and targeted various pupils to attend different clubs. They have used ways to identified those young people that would benefit most from some transition support, eg attending Yr6 Events to improve confidence.
Karen has worked exceptionally hard to ensure sport is at the heart of St Peters.’
MAY 2026
Tag Rugby Match Report
Our Tag Rugby teams enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of sport against strong teams from Jolesfield Primary School and Steyning C of E Primary School. Both teams played extremely well and showed great determination, resilience, and teamwork throughout the afternoon.
There were several moments of brilliance across the matches, with excellent passing, tagging, and teamwork on display from all players. Most importantly, the children supported each other brilliantly and had lots of fun competing against talented opposition.
Player of the Match awards went to Paisley for the Green Team and Vinnie for the Black Team for their outstanding performances and effort throughout the games.
Well done to everyone involved for representing the school so positively!
Football Success against Shelley Primary School, Broadbridge Heath.
Our football teams enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of football against Shelley Primary School, showing excellent teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship throughout both matches.
The Year 5/6 team produced a brilliant performance to secure a 3-0 victory. Goals from Elliot and Arthur helped the team take control of the game, while Vinnie impressed with some excellent play on the ball and a superb assist. The whole squad worked hard from start to finish, defending strongly and moving the ball confidently around the pitch.
The Year 4 team also had an outstanding game, winning 6-0 against Shelley. With no substitutes available, every player showed tremendous effort, resilience, and teamwork throughout the match. Rio made several excellent saves in goal to keep a clean sheet, while George led the team brilliantly as captain, communicating well and encouraging his teammates across the pitch.
Well done to all of the children involved for representing the school so positively with their effort, teamwork, and attitude. We are very proud of you all!
APRIL 2026
Year 5 Dodgeball Friendly Report – Monday 27th April
Y5 had a fantastic time at their dodgeball friendly match against Beeding! From start to finish, the children showed great team spirit and worked brilliantly together, encouraging one another and celebrating every success. 
The games were full of energy and excitement, with everyone demonstrating excellent teamwork and resilience. Even when the matches were challenging, the players kept going, tried their best, and never gave up. Most importantly, it was a day filled with lots of fun! Smiles, laughter, and positive attitudes were seen all around, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved. Well done to all the children for representing the school so positively!
Year 2 Football Report
Year 2 enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of football on Friday, a glorious sunny day with perfect conditions for playing. The matches were short, sharp, and fast-paced, keeping everyone fully involved and on their toes throughout. This was the first year we have included a Y2 football festival in our sports calendar and it was pleasing to hear so many positive comments from parents watch.
There were some excellent goals scored, with Freddie, Ezra, and Jude all finding the back of the net with great confidence and skill. In goal, Elliot was phenomenal, making some brilliant saves and showing excellent focus. Teddy also stood out with his great passing, helping to set up plays and support his teammates across the pitch.
It was a wonderful team effort, with all the children showing enthusiasm, determination, and a real love for the game. A brilliant afternoon enjoyed by everyone! Watch this space for our Y2 girl’s festival taking place in June!
The Year 4 Dodgeball competition on Friday 17th April was a brilliant event, and all of the children represented the school wonderfully. It was great to see so much enthusiasm and energy, with every child trying their best in each game.
The children showed fantastic teamwork, supporting and encouraging one another throughout the competition. They played with determination and never gave up, even when matches were challenging. Just as importantly, they showed excellent sportsmanship—listening to the referees, respecting their decisions, and being kind and respectful to both their teammates and other schools.
We are very proud of how all of the teams performed. Team 3 achieved an amazing 2nd place, Team 1 came 3rd, and Team 2 finished in 5th place after working really hard in all of their matches.
Well done to everyone involved—you should all be very proud of yourselves!
Southern Area Netball Finals – Thursday 16th April
The team delivered a fantastic performance competing in a challenging round-robin tournament against eight strong schools. Over the course of the eight matches, they achieved four wins, three losses, and one draw—finishing an impressive 4th overall. The standard of play throughout the day was incredibly high, with matches played at a fast pace and every game providing a real test. The children showed great determination and teamwork from start to finish, supporting one another and never giving up, even in the closest of contests. There were some brilliant moments of play, with excellent passing, strong defending, and growing confidence as the tournament progressed. 
Finishing 4th in such a tough competition is a huge achievement, and the team should be very proud of themselves. Their positive attitude, resilience, and sportsmanship were a credit to the school. Well done to all involved—this was a wonderful effort and a great experience for the whole team.
Horse riding
On Saturday (11th April) Dolly and Maria Tingey represented St. Peter’s in the National Sussex Area Horse Riding Championship at Felbridge. Maria came 4th in her class and Dolly came 3rd. Well done to both of them!
MARCH 2026
The Year 6 Dodgeball Competition was held for the first time this week (Monday 16th), bringing together pupils for an exciting afternoon of sport. As with any new event, there were a few teething problems while things got underway, but overall the competition ran well and proved to be an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
All of the children showed great enthusiasm and energy throughout the matches, and it was clear that they were having a lot of fun taking part. Our team played particularly well, demonstrating strong teamwork and determination in each game.
What was especially pleasing to see was the way our pupils conducted themselves. They played with honesty and integrity, showing respect for the rules, their opponents, and the officials. Their positive attitude and sportsmanship made us very proud.
We look forward to building on this first competition and hope to make it an even bigger success in the future.
Year 3/4 Area Football Finals
The Year 3/4 Area Football Finals proved to be a challenging but rewarding experience for the team. It took the boys a little time to get into their stride, which made the opening matches particularly tough, especially when facing a very competitive West Park side.
As the tournament progressed, the team began to settle and showed some excellent football. The boys worked well together, demonstrating strong teamwork, drive and determination throughout their games. Lucas was outstanding in goal, making a number of impressive saves that prevented what would have been some exceptional goals from the opposition. His performance kept the team in several matches and was a real highlight of the day. The group we were drawn in was definitely the harder of the two, which made progress difficult. Both teams that we lost to in the group phase went on to finish as the overall winners and runners-up of the competition, showing the high level of opposition the boys faced. Despite this, the team should be very proud of their effort, attitude and the way they supported each other throughout the tournament.
Year 3 Benchball competition
Some of our Year 3’s took part in an exciting Benchball tournament and showed fantastic determination and sportsmanship throughout the event. The team demonstrated great teamwork in every match, encouraging one another and working together to keep possession of the ball. Their excellent passing helped them move the ball quickly across the court and create scoring opportunities.
At times, we found it challenging to move into space and sometimes forgot that we needed to go towards the ball to receive a pass. However, as the tournament progressed, the children improved their positioning and began supporting their teammates much more effectively.
We played three matches in total, winning two games against Beeding and Jolesfield, showing strong attacking play and solid defence. We also drew a competitive match against Steyning, where both teams played extremely well.
Overall, the team finished the tournament in 1st place, which is a fantastic achievement. Well done to everyone for their effort, improvement and positive attitude!
FEBRUARY 2026
Both our Year 5 boy’s football team and our Year 5/6 Girl’s football team enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of competitive action, teamwork and determination in their latest fixtures.
The boys set the tone with a confident and disciplined performance, securing a well-deserved 2–0 victory. From the first whistle, they showed excellent organisation and communication, moving the ball quickly and supporting one another across the pitch. Solid defending kept the opposition at bay, while sharp attacking play resulted in two well-taken goals. It was a complete team performance, with every player contributing to a thoroughly deserved win.
Meanwhile, the girls faced an additional challenge — an extremely muddy pitch that tested balance, stamina and resilience. Despite the slippery conditions, they rose superbly to the occasion, earning an impressive 3–1 victory. Passing through thick mud was no easy task, but the team adapted brilliantly, showing determination and great teamwork throughout.
A special mention must go to Jess in goal, who delivered an exceptional performance. She made a series of crucial saves to keep her team in control of the game. By the final whistle, she looked like she had enjoyed a full mud spa experience, but her bravery and skill between the posts were instrumental in securing the win.
Overall, it was a fantastic display of teamwork, effort and sportsmanship from both teams — a proud day for Year 5/6 football.
Indoor Athletics Success for Our School Teams – Monday 9th February
Our school indoor athletics teams had a fantastic day of competition, showing determination, teamwork and true sporting spirit throughout the event.
Both the Year 3/4 team and the Year 5/6 team set their sights high from the very beginning. Every pupil gave their absolute best in each event, whether running, jumping or throwing. It was wonderful to see the encouragement they gave one another, cheering teammates on and celebrating each success together.
The competition was extremely close, with schools performing to a very high standard. We are incredibly proud to share that both our Year 3/4 team and our Year 5/6 team finished in 2nd place, just a few points behind the winners. Their hard work, focus and positive attitudes truly paid off.
The children represented our school brilliantly, demonstrating resilience, excellent behaviour and outstanding teamwork. Although they narrowly missed out on first place, their achievements are something to celebrate and we could not be prouder of their effort and sportsmanship.
Well done everyone involved!
Fantastic Netball Tournament Success!
Our school netball teams had an absolutely amazing tournament and represented the school with pride, determination, and outstanding teamwork throughout the day.
The B Team performed brilliantly, winning three of their matches, drawing one and narrowly losing one. They showed great resilience, improved with every game, and supported one another superbly both on and off the court.
The A Team was equally impressive, winning all their matches except one, which ended in a well-fought draw against our own B Team. Every match demonstrated their skill, focus and strong communication as a team.
Across both teams, every child showed fantastic determination, positive attitudes, and excellent sportsmanship. It was wonderful to see such great teamwork and encouragement throughout the tournament.
We are incredibly proud to announce that our A Team will now progress to the Southern Area Finals at the end of March — a fantastic achievement!
Well done to all our players for such a successful and enjoyable tournament.
Southern Area Cross Country Finals Success – Monday 2nd February
Last week, our pupils travelled to Windlesham House School to compete in the Southern Area Cross Country Finals. It was a fantastic day of competition, with an impressive 17 schools entering the team event. The course proved to be extremely challenging, with tough terrain, testing hills and long stretches that demanded both stamina and determination. Every runner showed resilience and a positive attitude throughout, tackling the course with great effort and determination.
We are incredibly proud of our team results. The Year 5 girls achieved a fantastic 2nd place, while the Year 5 boys secured an excellent 3rd place finish — a tremendous achievement in such a competitive field. The Year 6 girls also performed brilliantly, finishing in a very respectable 5th place.
Overall, it was a great success for our school and a reflection of the hard work and commitment shown in training.
Even more excitingly, seven children from St Peter’s (Casper, Izzy, Summer, Nell, Seb, Ollie, Noah) have qualified to go on to the Regional Finals at the end of March. They will represent the Southern Area as part of a squad of 20 runners — an outstanding accomplishment. Special mention to Lacey-Grace for her resilience in completing the course – a challenge I know she did not find easy.
Well done to all our cross-country runners for their determination, teamwork, and superb representation of the school!
DECEMBER 2025
Year 4 Basketball Tournament Report
The Year 4 basketball teams represented the school brilliantly in the Area Finals this week, showing great teamwork, determination and sportsmanship throughout the event.
St Peter’s Black team played amazingly well and finished in 5th place after an exciting final match against Sompting. In a closely contested game, the Blacks showed excellent skill and resilience to secure an 8–6 victory, finishing the tournament strongly.
St Peter’s Green team had an impressive run, finishing runners-up in their group and progressing to the semi-final against a strong TAB side. Despite a determined performance, the Greens were beaten 8–4. They bounced back superbly in the 3rd/4th place play-off, defeating St Margaret’s 6–4 to claim 3rd place overall.
A special congratulations goes to Aaron, who was awarded a Player of the Tournament medal by Angmering’s Young Leaders—a fantastic achievement and a well-deserved recognition of his effort and skill and superb teamwork.
Well done to all players for their excellent performances and positive attitudes throughout the tournament.
Match Report: Basketball Tournament
On Tuesday (9th December) this week, the Y5/6 Basketball team took part in the Area Finals at Angmering. Across the tournament, they recorded 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, showing determination and steady improvement throughout.
From the opening tip-off to the final buzzer, teamwork was at the heart of everything they did. Ball movement was sharp, communication was strong, and every player contributed—whether through scoring, defending, or creating opportunities for teammates.
The toughest game came against TAB, a side known for their intensity and physical play. Despite the pressure, the team held their own impressively. They stayed composed, matched TAB’s pace, and fought for every possession. Even when the game tilted against them, their resilience and unity were clear to see.
To conclude the tournament, the team entered a play-off for 5th and 6th place against Elm Grove. It was a tightly contested matchup, with both sides defending fiercely. At the end of time, the score remained 0–0, sending the game into a sudden-death finish where the first goal would decide the winner. It was a tense and high-energy showdown, showcasing once again the team’s determination and collective effort as Seb scored the winning goal!
Overall, the team can be proud of their performance and the strong sense of teamwork displayed throughout the competition. My Player of the Match went to Arthur for his sheer determination and energy and the team’s player of the match goes to Seb.
Y6 Area Football Finals – Match Report
Our Y6 squad put in a brave and spirited performance at this year’s Area Football Finals, showing determination, teamwork and real heart throughout the tournament.
Despite narrow defeats in three of our matches, including one against the eventual champions Thomas A Beckett, the team continued to give everything right to the final whistle. We managed to win one game against Storrington and then drew 0-0 in a hard-fought battle with West Park.
With two of our Y6 pupils unwell, the team rallied together with the help of the Y5 football team and the boys responded brilliantly to the change. A huge thank you goes to Elliott and Seb, who stepped up to support the squad when we needed them most.
We finished in a very respectable 10th place, though the final standings did not truly reflect the quality of our play, effort, or attitude. Special mention must go to Rory, who made a string of outstanding saves in goal, keeping us in several tight matches. Our Man of the Match was Alfie, who quite literally played his socks off—tireless, committed, and fearless in every challenge. Well done to the whole team for representing the school with pride, resilience, and sportsmanship. A fantastic effort all round!
NOVEMBER 2025
Match Report – Year 5 Boys & Year 5/6 Girls vs Lindfield
It was a wet and soggy afternoon on a pitch that quickly turned into something close to a mud bath, but that certainly didn’t stop the fun—or the goals!
Year 5 Boys – Brilliant 10–0 Win
The Year 5 boys put on a fantastic performance, securing a dominant 10–0 victory. Despite the slippery surface, the team played with great enthusiasm and teamwork, sliding through the mud and loving every moment.
Year 5/6 Girls – Superb 12–0 Victory
Not to be outdone, the Year 5/6 girls delivered an incredible 12–0 win. They adapted brilliantly to the conditions, showing skill, confidence, and plenty of smiles as they splashed their way to a big result.
Although the parents were unable to stay and watch today, my apologies about that, I hope they don’t mind too much—I’m sure they made good use of their time!
A huge well done to all the players. Muddy, messy, and full of fun—the perfect afternoon of football!
Year 5/6 Girls’ Football – Southern Area Finals Match Report
On a very cold afternoon/evening of Tuesday 25th, our Year 5/6 girls’ football team travelled to Littlehampton to compete in the Southern Area Finals, facing some of the strongest schools in the region. Despite the challenging conditions, the team showed outstanding effort, determination, and resilience throughout all five initial matches.
Tight Games and Strong Defending
The girls battled hard across the tournament, drawing three games 0–0. Our defence remained organised and disciplined, and the team worked brilliantly together to keep opponents at bay.
A huge highlight of the event was Jess, who was outstanding in goal. She made a series of superb saves, keeping us in matches and giving the team confidence throughout the competition.
Two Tough Losses
We unfortunately lost two games, including one against the eventual winners, who proved to be a very strong side. Even in these matches, the girls showed great spirit and never gave up.
So Close—but the Goal Just Wouldn’t Come
Although we created good chances in several games, we just couldn’t find the finishing touch on the day. The effort, teamwork, and attitude were all there—only the goals were missing.
Despite the results, the girls represented the school brilliantly. Their resilience in the cold, strong defensive performances, and outstanding goalkeeping from Jess were real positives. Well done to the whole team for an excellent effort in a tough competition!
School Football Match Report
It was an action-packed afternoon of football on Monday 24th, with both our Y5/6 and Y4 teams giving their all on the pitch in two exciting fixtures.
Y5/6 Match: A Brilliant 4–2 Victory!
Our Y5/6 team produced an impressive performance, securing a well-deserved 4–2 win. From the first whistle, the team showed great teamwork, determination, and energy. Our defence stayed strong under pressure, making some crucial tackles. The midfield worked tirelessly to win the ball and create chances. Up front, our attackers were clinical, scoring four excellent goals to seal the match!
Y4 Match: A Tough 6–1 Defeat
The Y4 team faced a very strong and well-organised Steyning team and unfortunately fell to a 6–1 defeat. Despite the scoreline, the team showed real resilience throughout the game. They continued to battle for every ball. There were moments of great passing and teamwork. The team’s hard work paid off with a well-taken consolation goal. Even in defeat, the players demonstrated brilliant sportsmanship and a willingness to keep trying – qualities that will help them grow and improve. They should be proud of their commitment and effort.
Girls’ Football Tournament Report – Tuesday 18th November – Our girls’ football team put on a fantastic performance at this week’s locality football tournament. They showed brilliant teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the event.
The team played four matches, winning three out of the four games—a tremendous achievement! Their strong defence was a highlight of the tournament, as they only conceded one goal across all matches. With confident passing, great communication, and plenty of enthusiasm, the girls impressed both supporters and myself.
Thanks to their excellent results, the team finished as runners-up in the competition. We are incredibly proud of their effort and improvement.
Well done to the whole squad—you represented the school brilliantly and well done Jess – she used her hands!
A Fantastic Day of Football for Our School Teams! All three of our school teams played brilliantly on Monday (17th November), showing wonderful teamwork, huge effort, and amazing sportsmanship throughout every match!
The B Team had an incredible game in the semifinals against a very strong Steyning A team. They worked hard, passed the ball beautifully, and never stopped trying. After a tight match, it went to penalties, where Steyning A just managed to win. Even though the B Team didn’t make the final, they should be extremely proud of how well they played and how much determination they showed.
The A Team also shone, making it all the way to the final! They played exciting football from the very start, with great defending, clever passing, and real bravery. In the final, they faced Steyning A as well in a thrilling match that went to extra time and penalties. Even though Steyning A won the shootout, our A Team’s effort, teamwork, and spirit were outstanding.
The C Team put in a fantastic performance too, showing huge enthusiasm and brilliant teamwork. A special thank-you goes to Teddy, who stepped in at the very last minute to help the team. His willingness to jump in and support the C Team made a big difference and showed amazing school spirit.
We also want to celebrate Rupert, who was named Player of the Match for his outstanding effort in goal. He made some brilliant saves and worked so hard to keep hope alive for his team. Well done, Rupert!
Overall, every single player should feel incredibly proud. You all played with energy, fairness, and fantastic attitude. Well done —what a brilliant day of football!
Congratulations to our incredible Year 4 basketball team on Tuesday (11th November) for their outstanding performance in this week’s tournament! The children showed fantastic teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship from start to finish. Throughout each match, the team demonstrated excellent passing, confident dribbling, and great communication on the court. Their positive attitude and willingness to support one another made them stand out as true champions. We are extremely proud of all the children who took part. Well done, Year 4—what an amazing achievement! Keep up the brilliant effort and enthusiasm.
OCTOBER
On Wednesday 22nd October, just before half term, our Y3 & Y4 Cross Country Team took part in our annual locality cross country event. I was really impressed with all the children but in particular especially proud of Rieko’s resilience in completing the race despite losing his shoe a couple of times. The Y4 boys absolutely smashed their race, with Jack, Zach and Ethan finishing 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Well done to all the children.
Congratulations to our Y5/6 Basketball teams who played in the locality tournament on 8th October. Both teams played 3 games and won 3 games and I’m please to announce that they will both be able to play in the Southern Area Basketball Finals on Tuesday 9th December. 
Yesterday, Thursday 6th October) our Y5 & Y6 Cross Country Team took part in their locality Cross Country event at Steyning Primary School. It was the perfect weather for an afternoon run and all the children were excited to get moving. Individually, we had some fantastic finishes with Casper 1st, Teddy 3rd and Ollie 6th in the Y6 boy’s race, Izzy 3rd in the Y6 girl’s race, Nell 2nd, Summer 3rd, Jess 4th in the Y5 girl’s race and Seb 1st, Herbie 3rd, Noah 4th in the Y5 boy’s race. We won the Y6’s boys race on points and both the Y5 boy’s and girl’s race on points which meant we won the event over all. Well done to all the children who took part, they were all superstars despite a few wobbles at the start of some of the races.
Congratulations to the Y1& Y2 Cross Country Team who went to Steyning Primary yesterday (2nd October) to take part in a cross-country event. I am so proud of all the children, some of whom showed remarkable resilience in finishing a tough race. We had some incredible results which shows our Y1&2’s are using their track time to the max.! Special mention to Y1 girls Amelia (1st) and Georgie (2nd), Y1 boy Elijah (1st), Y2 girl Willow (1st), and Y2 boys Max (1st) and Ezra (3rd) for some amazing running.
Well done to all the children in Y3/4/5&6 who took part in the Stoolball festivals over the last couple of weeks. It was great to see so many children from, not just St Peter’s, but our locality schools, taking part in the festivals. Not many of the children had heard of Stoolball, let alone played the game. It was a great opportunity to practice their bowling, batting, and catching skills.
