Outstanding physical education practice within the Cabot Learning Federation (CLF) has once again been celebrated on a national stage, earning the trust recognition in two categories at the prestigious Youth Sport Trust Awards.
Summerhill Academy, led by PE lead and teacher Sally Goodridge, and James Mooney, the trust’s Senior Curriculum Leader for Physical Education, School Sport, and Physical Activity, were both shortlisted among the awards finalists, marking a continued commitment to excellence in pupil/student well-being and physical education.
This recognition comes just a year after CLF won the Youth Sport Trust’s Outstanding Multi Academy Trust Practice Award for its inclusive trust-wide physical education provision, designed to improve the life experiences of all students.
This year, Summerhill Academy was shortlisted for its Outstanding Primary Practice Award, recognising its excellence in using PE, sport, and play to prioritise the health and happiness of its pupils, thereby building a strong foundation for learning.
Key initiatives that contributed to this success include:
James has been a leading force in transforming physical education practice, both locally within his multi-academy trust, as well as regionally and nationally through his work with the Youth Sport Trust. An exceptional networker and connector, James is passionate about building relationships and creating opportunities that benefit young people.
In a remarkable achievement, Summerhill Academy won their category, securing the Outstanding Primary Practice Award. Meanwhile, James Mooney placed second in his category, a testament to his incredible influence and leadership within CLF and beyond.
Sally Goodridge said: “We are immensely proud of this recognition from the Youth Sports Trust. It is all due to great collaboration, teamwork, dedicated staff and wonderful children.”
James Mooney said: “I am humbled to be finalist for the Campbell Award, recognising my ability to use collaboration to galvanise people and empower them to make positive change for young people through the power of PE, sport, physical activity and play.
“Although I have been recognised, I want to show my appreciation for the people and networks that I work with to make a difference to young people’s lives – they are the real change makers.”
