BWS Pitch In Campaign

BISHOP WORDSWORTH'S SCHOOL

PITCH IN FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN

April 2022

INTRODUCTION Sport, and the significant social, mental and physical advantages it brings, has been woven into the very fabric of Bishop Wordsworth’s Grammar School since its foundation in 1890.

We have a ‘sport for all’ philosophy at Bishop’s and weekly sporting activity is part of the core curriculum for every pupil. There are numerous opportunities beyond the curriculum for our pupils to get involved in, and benefit from, participation in sport – from competitive fixtures to enrichment activities and lunchtime clubs to after-school training sessions. I am proud of the way we cater for a range of sporting abilities – from aspiring athletes who represent their county and country, to those who just want to enjoy a game with their friends.

I am keen to support our PE Department in delivering the best possible sports training and opportunities for pupils of all ages and that is why we are launching a fundraising appeal for new sports facilities at Bishop’s.

To achieve this, we need your help. If you are able to support our fundraising campaign, I would be hugely grateful – and so would countless current and future Wordsworthians.

Thank you in advance for your help.

Dr Stuart Smallwood Head Master

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BWS SPORT - OUR VISION

My Department and I are committed to ensuring all pupils develop sporting skills at the appropriate level and have a positive attitude towards sport and physical activity for life.

Apart from the benefits that sport brings young people in terms of physical activity, confidence, teamwork, resilience, discipline and mental wellbeing, I want to encourage all pupils at Bishop's to get involved and try new things, even if that means taking themselves out of their comfort zone. I believe that by doing so, pupils can discover for themselves passions which they didn’t think possible and talents they didn’t even know they had.

The pupils at Bishop's have access to superb coaching provision and we are looking to build upon this by providing them with the enhanced facilities that they need to play and train all year-round. Thank you for your support.

Richard Demain-Griffiths Director of Sport

MULTI USE GAMES AREA (MUGA) Our PITCH IN campaign has been launched to raise funds to build a fully enclosed, multi-use games area (MUGA) at the Britford Lane sports ground, which will offer a significant increase in facilities provision.

We have not upgraded our sports facilities since the addition of the Sports Hall in 2004, yet pupil numbers have increased by 248 in the last 5 years and are expected to rise again next year. An increase in pupil numbers has resulted in the wear and tear of our playing fields at Britford Lane and there is currently not enough indoor space to facilitate the varied sporting programme. The welcome introduction of girls into the Sixth Form has led to expansion of our sports provision, including women-only sports such as netball, lacrosse, women’s rugby, women’s cricket and women’s football.

A MUGA will allow our pupils to have enjoyment and benefit from exercise on a surface which can be used throughout the year. Integrated court markings on the safety surface will allow multiple sports to be practised in the same area, making this a hugely versatile space for all year groups that can change purpose on a daily basis.

Being able to host several different PE activities on one area will have big space saving benefits for the school whilst extending the programme of sports which we can offer.

We will also have the added benefit of the opportunity for opening up the facility to local community groups such as sports clubs, summer sports camps providers and primary schools.

The new 40 metre x 28 metre MUGA will include the following features: 5 retractable cricket lanes for bowling and batting practice Skills practice for team sports such as rugby, lacrosse, hockey and football A netball court A 5-aside football pitch Space for general fitness training and PE activities

GROWING THE GAME OF CRICKET AT BWS

We want to increase participation and inspire more boys and girls to play cricket at Bishop’s. The proposed cricket-based MUGA will provide an England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) approved surface that provides the required bounce and encouragement of turn for the modern game of cricket yet, thanks to retractable netting, can be quickly and easily transformed into a pitch suitable for other sports.

Fully enclosed tunnel netting systems in high quality knotted netting 3.6m wide bays which are 4m high and 24m long Steel uprights sunk into concrete which allow the wires to be tensioned across play Unique torque-winch which allows tension to be consistent across all bays Net locking system which allows Nets to be secured from ground level with no need for ropes

MUGA - VISUALS

BUILDING SPORT AT BWS TOGETHER

FUNDING AND TIMING The MUGA project will cost £200,000 in total.

We want to get our project underway as soon as possible so that pupils can benefit from the new facilities. Our aim is to begin construction at the end of 2022 so that the MUGA is ready for use in early 2023.

WHY DO WE NEED TO FUNDRAISE? As you will be aware, significant cuts have been made within the public sector, including education. Our own budget, as a state school, has always been tight and this has been exacerbated by the cuts. If we are to build a new MUGA then we must raise the money from within our own community.

We are asking governors, parents, Old Wordsworthians and other friends of the school to help us raise the £200,000 we need.

Sport at BWS helped me develop my overall fitness and mindset. I was lucky enough to represent the school in rugby and gained some outstanding coaching and support. This helped me to get selected for England Rugby Under-20s and I now play for a premiership rugby team, Harlequins, of which I'm extremely proud. A MUGA would be a fantastic addition to the sporting facilities at Bishop’s - I wish we’d had one when I was at the school!

Cadan Murley, Old Wordsworthian and Professional Rugby Player at Harlequins Rugby Club

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HOW CAN YOU PITCH IN? Please join us in donating now and become part of the continuing and inspiring story that is sport at Bishop’s. There are many ways in which you or your business could support this project. All gifts are warmly welcomed.

A single donation – every penny goes towards the fundraising target Matched giving via your employer Corporate giving Have your name or company name on our donor recognition wall on display at the MUGA Individual Cricket Net sponsorship Advertising opportunities Sponsorship opportunities Organise your own fundraising event or activity such as a sponsored sporting challenge, auction or raffle If we succeed in raising money above our target, the funds will be used towards additional sporting facilities and equipment at school.

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HOW CAN YOU PITCH IN?

£100 £300

THE CENTURY CLUB Have your name or a company name on our donor recognition wall THE HAT TRICK CLUB Have your name or a company name on our donor recognition wall

£501

THE 501 NOT OUT CLUB Have your name or a company name on our donor recognition wall

£1,500

THE 1ST XV CLUB Have your name or a company name on our donor recognition wall

£2,500

Individual Cricket Net sponsorship with your name and message or company name and logo at the MUGA for 3 years

£5,000

Bespoke advertising package to include digital, print and on site advertising for 1 year

£15,000

Naming of the MUGA for 3 years and bespoke advertising package

Bespoke

Bespoke sponsorship opportunities are available including kit sponsorship, digital advertising and advertising banners at BWS

DONOR RECOGNITION

HOW CAN YOU PITCH IN?

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PARTNERING WITH BISHOP WORDSWORTH’S? Sponsorship brings a number of benefits to your business. Studies have found sponsorship allows your business to become directly involved in activities that are highly valued by local consumers. Consumers are known to form strong positive associations with sponsors who support the development of grassroots sport and contribute to the local community.

Being a corporate partner of Bishop’s delivers visibility, value for money, and connects your business directly to real potential customers Associates your brand with a fantastic cause.

Brand association with a unique, prominent, educational organisation Share the vision of Bishop’s to provide a unique, quality state education for bright, talented and ambitious children Proceeds from corporate partnership activities are used to benefit all students at Bishop’s Donations may be tax-deductible

HOW CAN YOU PITCH IN? WHO WILL SEE MY SPONSORSHIP?

We can offer your brand exposure to a widespread audience of thousands: Over 1,800 current parents and guardians across Wiltshire and Hampshire Over 1,000 high achieving pupils Over 12,000 alumni across the South West and UK 1,000s of families from visiting independent and state schools who attend fixtures at the School every year Extensive network of business and educational partnerships across the South West and UK Finally our digital reach is impressive – our BWS website and BWS Network community portal are constantly updated, we have multiple social media channels including Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. HOW CAN I FIND OUT MORE? To donate NOW please use the QR code or go to https://bwsnetwork.org.uk/supportus For further information and to discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Caroline Popham, Head of Development and Alumni at Bishop Wordsworth's Grammar School.

E: cep@bishopwordsworths.org.uk T: 01722 333851 BISHOP WORDSWORTH'S SCHOOL