Sports Day
Tuesday 2nd July 2024
S P O R T
Guildford Spectrum, Parkway, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1UP
Sports Day
Tuesday 1 July 2025
Tormead Sports Ground, Urnfield, Downside Road, Guildford, GU4 8PH
Welcome to Tormead School's Sports Day! It is my absolute pleasure to see so many of you here today, ready to celebrate and participate in what promises to be an exhilarating event.
Welcome from the Director of Sport
This year, we are proud to present the most events ever included in a Tormead Sports Day, reflecting the enthusiasm and dedication of our athletes and the entire school community.
Welcome to Tormead School's Sports Day! It is my absolute pleasure to see so many of you here today, ready to celebrate and participate in what promises to be an exhilarating event. This year, we are proud to present the most events ever included in a Tormead Sports Day, reflecting the enthusiasm and dedication of our athletes and the entire school community.
To all the athletes competing today, I wish you the very best of luck. Sports Day is not just about winning; it’s about sportsmanship, perseverance, and giving your best effort. Each event is an opportunity to showcase the skills and hard work you’ve put in th roughout the year. Remember to support each other, embrace the spirit of friendly competition, and most importantly, enjoy the experience.
To all the athletes competing today, I wish you the very best of luck. Sports Day is not just about winning; it’s about sportsmanship, perseverance, and giving your best effort. Each event is an opportunity to showcase the skills and hard work you’ve put in th roughout the year. Remember to support each other, embrace the spirit of friendly competition, and most importantly, enjoy the experience.
I am absolutely delighted to welcome our talented athletes, dedicated staff, and supportive families to our first Sports Day at the newly developed Urnfield Sports Ground. We are incredibly fortunate to now have access to a state-of-the-art athletics facility—complete with an outstanding track, dedicated jumping pits, and professionalstandard throwing areas. Hosting Sports Day at our very own venue marks an exciting new chapter for Tormead sport, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to be celebrating here together.
This Sports Day is a wonderful way to cap off an amazing year of athletics. We have witnessed incredible performances, record-breaking achievements, and a continuous display of commitment from our athletes. Most notably, our Y7/8 athletics squad were ranked just outside the top 10 nationally and many will travel to Birmingham tomorrow for the National Prep Athletics Finals.
This Sports Day is a wonderful way to cap off an amazing year of athletics. We have witnessed incredible performances, record-breaking achievements, and a continuous display of commitment from our athletes. Most notably, our Y7/8 athletics squad were ranked just outside the top 10 nationally and many will travel to Birmingham tomorrow for the National Prep Athletics Finals.
Outside of athletics, it has been a brilliant year of sport across the entire sports programme. From netball and hockey to gymnastics and cricket, our athletes have demonstrated outstanding talent, teamwork, and dedication.
Sports Day is always a special occasion in the school calendar. It’s a chance for our entire community to come together and celebrate the dedication, perseverance, and achievements of our athletes. This year has been another hugely successful one for sport at Tormead, with more girls than ever before taking part in regular training, fixtures, and competitions. Across a wide range of sports, we’ve seen fantastic progress and brilliant results at county, regional, and national level.
Outside of athletics, it has been a brilliant year of sport across the entire sports programme. From netball and hockey to gymnastics and cricket, our athletes have demonstrated outstanding talent, teamwork, and dedication.
would like to extend my gratitude to the staff for their tireless efforts in coaching and organising, our families for their unwavering support, and the athletes for their enthusiasm and hard work. Today is a celebration of all that we have achieved together.
I would like to extend my gratitude to the staff for their tireless efforts in coaching and organising, our families for their unwavering support, and the athletes for their enthusiasm and hard work. Today is a celebration of all that we have achieved together.
Let's make this Sports Day memorable. Compete with passion, cheer for your peers, and take pride in your efforts. Together, we make Tormead a vibrant and dynamic community, and today, we celebrate that spirit.
In athletics specifically, we’ve had a particularly exciting season. Two teams have qualified for the ESAA Regional Finals, with hopes of progressing to the Nationals, and many of our Year 7 and 8 athletes have already secured their place at the National Preparatory Schools’ Finals in Birmingham. Athletics at Tormead is thriving—and today we’ll see our highest-calibre athletes take centre stage, while also celebrating the efforts of those who have worked hard in clubs and Games afternoons to develop their confidence and skill.
Let's make this Sports Day memorable. Compete with passion, cheer for your peers, and take pride in your efforts. Together, we make Tormead a vibrant and dynamic community, and today, we celebrate that spirit.
Above all, Sports Day is about effort, house spirit, and enjoyment. Whether you’re competing, supporting, or helping make the day happen, thank you for being part of it.
Thank you all for being here, and let’s have an incredible day of s port!
Thank you all for being here, and let’s have an incredible day of s port!
I wish everyone the very best of luck and hope you have a fantastic day.
Mr George Pettitt Director of Sport
Mr George Pettitt Director of Sport
Mr George Pettitt Director of Sport
Key Information for Field Events
l Athletes must report promptly to their scheduled field events unless they are due to compete in a track event at the same time.
l Each athlete is allowed one practice attempt, followed by the allocated number of competitive jumps or throws.
l Staff officiating events have been briefed on the relevant rules and will apply them consistently.
l An athlete’s best valid attempt will be used for scoring.
Key Information for Track Events
l Track events take priority over field events.
l Athletes must report to Mr Pettitt and Mrs Edwards at the start line 5 minutes before their event.
l Athletes should know their event times in advance and listen carefully to any updates from Mr Breslin.
l 100m and 200m runners must check the Results Marquee near the announcer’s table after their heat to see if they have qualified for the afternoon finals.
General Health & Safety Information
l All athletes must complete a proper warm-up; there will be a house warm-up at the start of the day.
l Full P.E. kit must be worn, along with house-coloured shirts.
l No jewellery is permitted, and hair must be tied back.
l When not competing, athletes should remain on the spectator bank, not on the track or in the field event areas.
l Throwing zones are restricted to competing athletes only.
l Medical assistance is available from the Medical Manager in the First Aid Room/ Referees’ Room on the pavilion’s ground floor.
l Water refill points are available on the side of the pavilion.
l All athletes must bring clothing for all weather conditions, including waterproofs, jumpers, sun cream, and a sports cap.
l Bring plenty of water and healthy snacks for the day.
l The tea and coffee van is strictly for staff and spectators only.
l Pupils must not leave the Urnfield site without permission. A staff member will be stationed at both vehicle and pedestrian gates.
l Family spectators must sign in at the vehicle gate, read the spectator guidelines, and wear their visitor lanyard visibly at all times.
Year 7
11, 12 & 13
Track
Field
Long Jump Long Jump Long Jump Long Jump Long Jump
Triple Jump Triple Jump Triple Jump Triple Jump Triple Jump
High Jump High Jump High Jump High Jump High Jump
Shot Shot Shot Shot Shot
Javelin Javelin Javelin Javelin Javelin Discus Discus Discus Discus Discus
Relay
Squadron
Other: Sixth Form v Staff as part of lunchtime entertainment
Competition Formats
Track
Event
100m
Competition Format
Morning heats progress to afternoon final for Y7-10
200m Morning heats progress to afternoon final for Y7-10
300m
800m
4x100m
4x400m
Squadron
Field
Event
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Competition Format
Long Jump 1 practice jump followed by 3 competitive jumps
Triple Jump 1 practice jump followed by 3 competitive jumps
High Jump 1 practice jump followed by 4 competitive jumps
Shot 1 practice throw followed by 3 competitive throws
Discus 1 practice throw followed by 3 competitive throws
Javelin 1 practice throw followed by 3 competitive throws
Registering for Field Events
Registering for Field Events
Please note that track events take priority over field events. Therefore, if athletes have a track and field event at the same time, then they should:
Please note that track events take priority over field events. Therefore, if athletes have a track and field event at the same time, then they should:
1. Go to the field event to register initially but return to the track
2. Complete the race
1. Go to the field event to register initially but return to the track
2. Complete the race
3. At the end of the race, return to complete the field event
3. At the end of the race, return to complete the field event
If an athlete has two field events at the same time, then they should:
If an athlete has two field events at the same time, then they should:
1. Register at both events
2. Complete one field event in full before going back to the other
1. Register at both events
3. If they are in the high jump, please prioritise this event first over any others.
2. Complete one field event in full before going back to the other
3. If they are in the high jump, please prioritise this event first over any others.
Start of Day
Start of Day
08.25 Registration and walk to Urnfield in forms
08.00 – 08.25 Arrival at Urnfield
08.50 Arrival at Urnfield and collection of athlete numbers
08.25 – 08.45 Registration and collection of athlete numbers
09.00 Briefing followed by athlete warm up
08.45 – 09.00 Briefing followed by athlete warm up
Lunch
Lunch
Please note there is no set lunch time. Instead, athletes are expected to eat at an appropriate time around their events after collecting their lunches.
Please note there is no set lunch time. Instead, athletes are expected to eat at an appropriate time around their events after collecting their lunches.
A staggered collection serve will be in operation to serve lunch. Athletes and staff should collect their lunches at the times outlined below.
A staggered collection serve will be in operation to serve lunch. Athletes and staff should collect their lunches at the times outlined below.
Schedule of Events Track Schedule – AM
Lunch Entertainment: Y12 v Staff in ‘Old School Sports Day’
Time Event
Egg & Spoon
Skipping rope race
14.15 - 14.30
Bean bag balance
Shuttle relay
Tug of War
Time Event
Egg & Spoon
Skipping rope race
14.15 - 14.30
Field Schedule – AM
Bean bag balance
Shuttle relay
Tug of War
Jump 1 7 – Livingstone & Nelson Long Jump 2 (Triple Jump staff)
Javelin 1 10, 11, 12, 13 –Livingstone & Nelson
Javelin 2 (Shot putt staff) 10, 11, 12, 13 –Nightingale & Wellington
Jump 1
– Livingstone & Nelson Long Jump 2 (Triple Jump staff) 8 – Nightingale & Wellington
10, 11, 12, 13
Javelin 1 7 – Livingstone & Nelson
Javelin 2 (Shot putt staff) 7 – Nightingale & Wellington
The top 8 runners across Y7 to Y10 for 100m and 200m heats will qualify for finals.
Please check the Results Marquee to see if you have qualified for a final.
X1 – Y7 pupil
X1 – Y7 pupil
X1 – Y8 pupil
X1 – Y8 pupil
X1 – Y9 pupil
X1 – Y9 pupil
X1 – Y10 pupil
X1 – Y10 pupil
Presentation at 15.45
Field Events: Weights and Starting Heights
Lane Draws
Acknowledgements
Acknowledgements
A huge thank you to all those who have contributed to the planning and delivery of Sports Day. Your time and effort have made this day possible:
A huge thank you to all those who have contributed to the planning and delivery of Sports Day. Your time and effort have made this day possible:
The P.E. & Sports Department – for leading the organisation, coaching athletes, and running events across the day.
The P.E. & Sports Department – for leading the organisation, coaching athletes, and running events across the day.
Tormead Events Team – for logistical planning and co-ordination behind the scenes.
Tormead Events Team – for logistical planning and co-ordination behind the scenes.
Tormead Marketing Team – for programme design, photography, and communications.
Tormead Marketing Team – for programme design, photography, and communications.
Tormead Premises Team – for equipment transport, set-up, and site preparation.
Tormead Catering – for preparing and coordinating lunch and refreshments.
Tormead Premises Team – for equipment transport, set-up, and site preparation.
Tormead Catering – for preparing and coordinating lunch and refreshments.
Staff Officials – for running and officiating events, encouraging pupils, and keeping everything running smoothly.
Photographer – Miles Norman – for capturing the spirit and highlights of the day.
Staff Officials – for running and officiating events, encouraging pupils, and keeping everything running smoothly.
Photographer – Miles Norman – for capturing the spirit and highlights of the day.