RNC student organises fun sports day

RNC student Nathan, recently organised a highly successful Classic Sports Day as part of his Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).

Pictured: Shamreaz in the space hopper race with support from staff member Katie

Nathan undertook surveys and research, which revealed that many of his fellow students had missed out on a traditional school sports day experience.

His research highlighted the need for a safe environment where all students, regardless of visual impairment, could participate fully. He decided to create an event that would provide a positive and safe sporting experience.

The Sports Day featured a range of classic events, including running races, relays, and traditional activities such as the egg and spoon race, beanbag race, sack race, and tug-of-war. A particularly popular addition was the space hopper race, which generated much laughter and enjoyment.


Pictured: Alyssia participating in the sack race with support from staff member Francesco

Nathan had ensured staff members were on hand to provide assistance, enabling every student who wished to participate to do so.

'The idea for the event came from fellow student Brooke, and when I researched it was clear that some visually impaired people hadn't had the best experience on sports day,' Nathan explained. 'So I decided to do this today to make it accessible to all and give everyone a really positive experience and an event they can feel safe in.'

Nathan was delighted at the event's success, stating, 'It's been so brilliant to see so many people taking part, it's been quite overwhelming. It took a lot of work, it's been quite stressful, but it's really paid off. Thank you so much to everyone who supported the event.'


Pictured: Organiser Nathan, who was thrilled that the event went so well.

Student Spencer also contributed to the success of the day by baking a delicious range of cakes to fuel everyone up after the event - a well deserved treat.


Pictured: the wonderful cakes made by student Spencer

Nathan's Classic Sports Day has been a real success and his hard work has provided his fellow students with an experience they will remember for a long time.
  

Pictured: The full group of staff and students who took part in the sports day

More photos. from the event can be viewed via Facebook here. You can also watch a short film below: