School Games Mark 2025/26 Now Open – Apply by 31 July
Applications for the 2025/26 School Games Mark are now open, giving schools across the network the opportunity to be recognised for their commitment to PE, school sport and physical activity.
Welcome to School Games
The School Games is a programme which puts physical activity and school sport at the heart of schools, providing young people with the opportunity to learn through physical activity and competition to achieve their personal best.
The School Games provides opportunities and support for young people and schools across the country:
13.4m
competition opportunities offered to young people so far
9,539
schools applied for the School Games Mark in 2024/25
450
School Games Organisers work as part of the School Games
55
National Governing Bodies of sport and National Disability Sports Organisations
involved
Activities and Resources
What we've been up to
Inclusive Health Check Week: get the most from your Check and action plan
Inclusive Health Check Week takes place from 28 September to 02 October 2026, providing an opportunity for schools and School Games Organisers (SGOs) to reflect on inclusive practice, identify areas for development, and turn their findings into meaningful action.
School Games Mark reaches 10k+ as 2026/27 Criteria launch
More than 10,000 School Games Marks have now been verified for 2025/26, marking a significant milestone for the School Games Mark. The final number of applications will be confirmed once the remaining applications have been verified.
Introducing more School Games sport formats!
We're pleased to announce the launch of the sixth wave of School Games sport formats, giving schools, School Games Organisers, and Active Partnerships even more opportunities to deliver inclusive, engaging and high-quality competition.