Confidence, Commitment and Opportunity in Sport
Sport plays a central role in life at RGS Dodderhill. Through curriculum PE, games lessons, fixtures and an extensive programme of clubs, girls are encouraged to develop physical confidence, resilience and teamwork – while discovering a lifelong enjoyment of sport and movement.
Opportunities are broad, inclusive and ambitious. Whether a girl is discovering sport for the first time or already highly committed, she will find challenge, encouragement and the chance to progress.
developing skill, fitness, confidence and understanding.
Sport Within the Curriculum
Physical Education and Games form an important part of the curriculum at RGS Dodderhill. Lessons focus on developing skill, fitness, confidence and understanding, while encouraging girls to challenge themselves and work collaboratively. Through curriculum sport, girls:
- Develop technical skills and tactical awareness
- Build strength, stamina and coordination
- Learn teamwork, leadership and perseverance
- Gain confidence in competitive and non-competitive settings
Curriculum sport also prepares girls to represent the School in fixtures and competitions.
Fixtures, Competition and Representation
Girls have regular opportunities to represent RGS Dodderhill in fixtures and competitions, developing confidence, commitment and sporting pride. Sports currently include:
- Netball
- Hockey
- Cricket
- Football
- Athletics
- Swimming
Competitive sport is approached with ambition and balance, encouraging girls to perform with confidence while developing resilience and teamwork.
A Wide Programme of Sports Clubs
Alongside curriculum sport, girls benefit from a rich and varied programme of sports clubs, allowing them to explore new activities and deepen existing interests. Opportunities include:
- Netball, Hockey and Football clubs
- Gymnastics, Trampolining and Dance
- Karate and Self-Defence
- Climbing and Fitness training
- Running Club, Walking Club and Multi-Sports
- Dodgeball and Badminton
This breadth ensures every girl can find a sport that motivates, challenges and inspires her.
developing confidence, commitment and sporting pride.
Physical Confidence and Wellbeing
Sport at RGS Dodderhill supports both physical and emotional wellbeing. Girls develop confidence in their bodies, learn to manage challenge and build resilience through movement and activity.
Opportunities such as yoga, mindfulness-based movement and fitness sessions help girls maintain balance and focus alongside academic life.
experiences that build confidence, fitness and ambition.
Developing Sporting Confidence and Character
Through sport, girls learn to:
- Set goals and commit to improvement
- Perform under pressure
- Support teammates and lead by example
- Build determination and self-belief
These qualities support success in sport, but also across school life and beyond.
Sport as Part of Independent Education
The scale and variety of sporting opportunities at RGS Dodderhill reflect the advantages of an independent education. Time, facilities and specialist staff allow girls to access experiences that build confidence, fitness and ambition.
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