Orienteering in Schools
Develop the rounded learner through Orienteering
Encourage Logical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem Solving alonside physical attributes such as Agility and Stamina. Whether your young people Orienteer independently or along with others they are sure to developing new skills and have fun exploring!
How it works
Have you ever considered setting up an orienteering activity at your school?
We can help! Simply register your school and we will get in touch with you to discuss how we can support you, from setting up virtual or permanent virtual orienteering courses within your school grounds, to providing E-Learning and in-person teacher training to deliver courses.
Register your school here!
Ways to get involved
There are plenty of opportunities for your school to get involved with orienteering. Explore the links below to find out everything you need to get started.
Resources and equipment
Orienteering equipment, School Site Mapping Support and School Games resources.
Training courses
British Orienteering certified Online
E-Learning and Face to Face Tutor-led courses.
Go Orienteering
Find out more about Orienteering activities and provision near to your school, including local orienteering activities open to the public and permanent and virtual orienteering courses.
Find a local orienteering club
Connect with local clubs in your area. Access our club finder today.
British Schools Orienteering Association (BSOA)
Learn how we work together with the BSOA to support and grow Orienteering within the education sector.
New to the sport? Learn more about orienteering
We welcome all newcomers to the sport, find out more about what orienteering is here.
Resources
Below you will find a link to a recording for the Primary PE and School Sport 2024-25 FREE Webinar: Your Questions Answered.
This special event featured experts from the Department for Education (DfE) and the Youth Sport Trust who will provide a comprehensive explanation of the newly published guidelines, conditions of grant, and best practice for the upcoming year.
You'll also have the opportunity to hear directly from DfE officials, who will be on hand to answer your questions and offer valuable insights.
This is a must-watch for anyone involved in Primary PE and School Sport.
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