House Sports Day programme 2026 UPDATED by Tormead School

SPORT

House Sports Day Programme Thursday 26 March 2026

Welcome

It is a real pleasure to welcome all athletes, staff and families to House Sports Day 2026.

We are delighted to be hosting the full event across Tormead’s own facilities this year, with hockey and football taking place at Urnfield Sports Ground and a wide range of activities happening at the Main School site. It is also exciting to introduce several new sports to the programme this year, further broadening opportunities for participation and competition.

House Sports Day is a celebration of competition, teamwork and House spirit. One of the highlights of the sporting calendar, it is always fantastic to see our community come together in such a positive and energetic way. I am looking forward to an action-packed and memorable day.

My sincere thanks go to the P.E. Department for the significant work behind the scenes to make today possible and to ensure every athlete has a rewarding experience. Thank you also to our Heads of House and all Tormead staff supporting the event, as well as to the families who have come to cheer from the sidelines.

Best of luck to all competitors. Compete with pride, support one another and make the most of the occasion. May the best House win.

Mr George Pettitt Director of Sport

Competition Locations

Main School Site

Tormead School, Cranley Road, Guildford, GU1 2JD

Dodgeball

Gym & Dance

Netball

Table Tennis

Diamond Cricket

Indoor Cycling & Rowing

Sport

Sports Hall

Sprung Floor Gym

Top & Bottom Courts

JCS Auditorium

Field

Fitness Suite & Quad

Urnfield Sports Ground, Downside Road, Guildford, GU4 8PH

Football

Hockey

Netball

Grass Pitches

AstroTurf

Urnfield Courts

Key Information

If you have any questions about House Sports Day, please speak to the P.E. Staff or Heads of House below:

Competition

Dodgeball

Football

Gym & Dance

Hockey

Indoor Cycling & Rowing

Netball

Athletics Relays

Diamond Cricket

Table Tennis

Organiser

Mrs Fellowes-Freeman

Mrs Fellowes-Freeman &

Mr Green

Mr Patterson & Miss Buckley

Mr Whitehouse

Ms Cobbett

Mrs Kitching

Miss Cowx

Mrs Thomas

House Head of House

Senior Head of House

Livingstone

Nelson

Nightingale

Wellington

Miss Burgess

Mrs Moodie

Mr Campbell

Mr Keey

Mrs Landon

As well as P.E. staff, there are allocated team managers whose role is to follow the orders of play and competition guidelines provided by the organisers, ensure teams are ready with enough players for each match, and support their teams enthusiastically from the sidelines.

Kit

Pupils in Years 7 to 11 are required to wear their coloured House P.E. top along with Tormead skort, shorts, and/or tracksuit bottoms. Sixth Formers must also wear their coloured House P.E. top, paired with their own leggings, skort, or shorts that are suitable for competition. If a pupil does not own a coloured House top, they should wear a suitable sports top that matches their House colour:

Please be aware that March weather can be unpredictable. To prepare for varying conditions, we strongly recommend pupils wear or pack the following:

• Tormead hoodie, ¾ zip sports jumper, navy sports coat, tracksuit bottoms & suncream (if needed)

Kit Guidelines:

• All kit worn by Years 7 to 11 must be Tormead-branded.

• Pupils are welcome to show House spirit with face or body paint, but full-body coverage is not permitted. Excessive body paint will need to be removed.

• No jewellery is allowed. All jewellery must be removed, as taping is not sufficient.

Additional Equipment for Specific Sports

Sport Kit Requirements

Football Shin pads • Tormead football socks • Football boots

Gym & Dance T-shirt and/or leotard with leggings

P.E. kit to change into after competition

Hockey Mouthguard • Stick • Shin pads • Tormead hockey socks • Suitable trainers/Astros

Athletic Spikes may be worn

Relay

Blue – Nightingale, Red – Wellington, Green – Nelson & Yellow – Livingstone

Health and Safety & First Aid

To help ensure a safe and enjoyable day for everyone, pupils must wear appropriate clothing and any required protective equipment for their activities. Regular water and snack breaks should be taken throughout the event to stay hydrated and energised.

First aid provision will be available at both sites:

• Tormead Main School Site – Wellbeing Centre

• Urnfield Sports Ground – Medical Room in the Pavilion

All first aid will be administered by Mrs Burrell and Mrs Moulson (School Nurses), who will be working across both sites. In addition, a qualified first aider from the P.E. Department will oversee each competition..

Pupils are also reminded to:

• Use only the designated pupil toilets and changing facilities in the Sports Centre or Urnfield Pavilion. Staff and visitor toilets must not be used.

• Remain vigilant at all times and ensure valuables are stored securely.

• Not leave either site unless permission has been granted by a member of staff and they have signed out with the P.E. Department, who will notify the Registration Team.

• In the event of an emergency (e.g. fire evacuation), assemble on the top netball courts unless otherwise directed by staff, or grass area next to lower car park for Urnfield.

Additional Information

Lunch

A packed lunch will be provided for all pupils who normally receive school lunch. Lunch will be served by year group following the cheerleading performance.

Pupils and staff should only collect lunch when their form group and House have been called. Pupils with dietary requirements will be called first.

Please note that refreshments at Urnfield are for spectators and staff only. On-site refreshments for spectators and staff will also be available in the P.E. Lounge (top floor of the P.E. building).

The 1905 Café will be open throughout the day for pupils wishing to purchase additional refreshments..

Emergency Contact

If an emergency arises and you are unable to locate a staff member, please call 01483 575 101. This will connect you to Main Reception at Tormead School, where your call will be directed to the appropriate member of staff..