Schools in Leighton Linslade are great sports and here's the proof they are making their mark

Of the 28 schools within Leighton Linslade School Sports Partnership eligible to apply for the award, 78% will retain at Platinum Level, 12% of schools will maintain Gold Status and further 10% will continue to have Silver or Bronze status.

These figures ensure that the Leighton Linslade School Sports Partnership continues to be the highest within the Eastern Region and within the top 3% across the country.

“These fantastic results are due to an impressive, sustained effort over the last few years from all schools within the area, working together and providing opportunities for our young people to engage thrive and develop through PE and School Sport,” said Vandyke headteacher, Tim Carroll.

“I want to recognise the work of Partnership Manager Stewart Seymour who does a wonderful job leading this work across the town.”

“There is extensive research that shows physical activity, physical education and school sport has a major role in helping support and improve the health and wellbeing of young people, both physical and mentally. The Leighton Linslade School Sports Partnership will continue to help support schools during this challenging period and beyond when schools return."