Sport
At Hatherop, we wholeheartedly recognise the significance of sports in shaping our school community. Whilst we certainly take immense pride in our children’s participation in national tournaments and their accomplishments on the field, we firmly believe that the true value of sports lies beyond the scoreboards. Our sporting provision is driven by the invaluable life lessons that sports instil in our students – teamwork, humility and resilience. In the picturesque setting of our breath-taking grounds, our dedicated and experienced coaches possess the expertise to nurture talent, providing all children with ample opportunities to explore a diverse range of sports, whether at a competitive or non-competitive level. At Nursery and Pre-Prep levels, sport is integral to the curriculum, allowing pupils to engage in a wide array of activities. As they progress to Prep level, our students actively participate in football, rugby, hockey, athletics, netball and cricket. It brings us immense pride to share that cricket and football have become compulsory for our girls and we've achieved remarkable success in these disciplines. Moreover, we extend their sporting experiences to include a rich variety of other sports such as golf, lacrosse, fencing, badminton, tennis, swimming, basketball and gymnastics. Games are thoughtfully scheduled during the week and we encourage children to represent Hatherop at competitive levels. Some of our students even compete at regional, national and international arenas. While we take pride in the remarkable results attained by our students, we emphasise that the way they play the game is equally crucial. We instil in them the understanding that behaviour, attitude and sportsmanship supersede mere aptitude. The 'Aspire' Sports Scholarship Program offers individual sporting programs that aim to develop, enhance and extend performance. Pupils get the opportunity to apply for a sports scholarship once a year when moving from the Middle School to the Upper School. We are committed to serving our pupils both individually and collectively. Additionally, we reach out to offer coaching and fun sports sessions to the local primary school community, aiming to foster a love for sports and physical activity among younger students in the area. At Hatherop, our aim is to provide a comprehensive and holistic approach to sports, where children not only develop their physical abilities but also cultivate essential values such as teamwork, respect and a positive attitude towards both victories and defeat.
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