I will:
- Remember that doing one’s best and taking part is really important
- Encourage fair play by supporting all players
- Teach my child to treat players, teachers, coaches and officials with respect
- Make sure that I do not argue with officials, teachers and coaches and will accept their decisions
- Be a positive role model for my child and set a good example by being a good sport to all sides
- Not coach my child during games and matches
- Never force a child to take part
- Ensure that I do not smoke or drink alcohol as a spectator
- Make sure that my child is dressed properly for the activity and has plenty of water to drink
- Not swear or use unsuitable language
- Never punish or make fun of a child’s poor performance or making mistakes
- Support my child’s involvement and help them enjoy their sport
- Watch the game/event from the marked “Respect” area.
- Support the school in the application of the Student School Sport Code of Conduct
- Ask for permission from the member of staff in charge to take photographs or video the event
I understand that I will be unable to spectate at any Hull School Games events or fixtures if I am in breach of any of the above guidelines and will be asked to leave the venue.
Hull School Games Code of Conduct for Pupils
I will:
- Arrive for training and matches in good time to prepare thoroughly
- Arrive for training and matches with appropriate kit for the activity
- Always warm up and cool down properly
- Play for fun and enjoyment- not just to please your parents and the team manager
- Accept responsibility for my own behaviour and performance during practice and matches; representing my school in a positive way
- To play by the written and unwritten rules allowing safe and fair play at all times
- Always accept and respect the referee’s decisions
- Not shout at players or referees in anger
- Not use unsuitable language including racist or homophobic comments
- Set a positive example for others, particularly younger competitors and spectators
- Be a good sportsperson (win with modesty and lose with dignity) and applaud good play on both sides.
- Only make positive comments from outside the field of play if watching a game as a spectator or a reserve
- Respect opponent’s, opposition team managers and spectators before, during and after the competition- treat them as you would wish to be treated yourself
- Co-operate with your team manager, coach, team mates and opposition
- Take care of all property
- Let a teacher or adult know if others are not following these rules
- Not wear any jewellery, unsuitable clothing or footwear during any event.
- Inform the team manager or coach of any injury as soon as possible
- Thank the team manager, coach, officials and supporters after the competition.
- remember that the aim of the game is to have fun and
I understand that I may not be able to take part in any Hull School Games fixtures or events:
- If I do not follow any of the above guidelines
Hull School Games Code of Conduct for Coaches, Teachers and Volunteers
I will:
- Ensure that the safeguarding of young people is my priority, always considering the health, safety and welfare of the players and participants
- Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part
- Ensure that the young people’s enjoyment is put first
- Make sure that all arrangements are in place for home matches and competitions, including meeting and greeting the opposition
- Make sure that I have the right paperwork for the event including medical information
- Be a positive role model and will have high standards in my appearance and not use bad language
- Promote the written and unwritten rules allowing safe and fair play at all times
- Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance.
- Never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward.
- Never condone rule violations, rough play or the use of prohibitive substances.
- Try to make sure that all young players and participants show respect at all times and will deal with any transgressions in line with school sport and school policies
- Encourage performers to value their performances and not just results
- Always respect the referee and thank them, other helpers and opponents after the game
- Make sure that I praise all competitors from both sides
I will ensure that in line with outstanding safeguarding practice that a member of school staff will be in attendance at Hull School Games events
I understand that I will be unable to spectate at any Hull School Games events or fixtures if I am in breach of any of the above guidelines and will be asked to leave the venue.
