10 Fun and Inclusive Sports Day Activities for Every School

Sports Day 2025 is a highlight of the school year, but making sure every pupil feels included and engaged is just as important as the competition itself. Whether you're planning a traditional sports day or looking for new ways to make the event more inclusive, this list of 10 fun Sports Day activities will ensure everyone gets involved and has a fantastic time!

Plus, don’t forget—our Sports Gadget Shop can help you fundraise while adding extra excitement to your Sports Day with fun, interactive sports gadgets!

1. Classic Races with a Twist

🏃‍♂️ Traditional but exciting! Organise sprint races, relays, and obstacle courses, but add a fun twist—such as running while balancing a beanbag on your head or hopping in a sack!

2. Parachute Games

🌈 Perfect for teamwork and inclusion! A giant parachute allows all pupils to participate in exciting cooperative games, like “popcorn bounce” (bouncing balls on the parachute) or “cat and mouse” (one pupil runs underneath while others wave the parachute).

3. The Ultimate Tug-of-War

💪 A great way to build team spirit! This can be adapted for all ages and abilities by adjusting team sizes and rope thickness.

4. Egg and Spoon Relay

🥚 A classic with a challenge! Introduce extra obstacles or use different-sized spoons to vary the difficulty level.

5. Beanbag Target Throw

🎯 A brilliant event for pupils who prefer skill-based activities over running races. Pupils take turns aiming beanbags at a target, with different difficulty levels.

6. Water Cup Challenge

💦 Perfect for a warm day! Pupils race to fill up a container using only a small cup of water. Great for laughs and teamwork! A really 'Fun and Inclusive Sports Day'!

7. Adapted Sports Challenges

🏅 Include events like seated volleyball, goalball (for vision impairment inclusion), or boccia—ensuring accessibility for all pupils.

8. Themed Fancy Dress Races

👕 A relay race where pupils wear oversized T-shirts, hats, or costumes before tagging the next runner—adding an extra layer of fun!

9. Dance and Movement Zone

🎶 Some pupils prefer rhythmic movement over competition. Set up a dance-off or rhythm-based challenge using music and movement-based activities.

10. Teachers vs. Pupils Challenge

🏆 End the day with a fun staff vs. pupils event, whether it’s a relay race, penalty shoot-out, or tug-of-war. It’s always a crowd-pleaser!

Make Sports Day Even More Exciting with the Sports Gadget Shop!

Planning your Sports Day 2025? Why not make it even more fun and memorable by fundraising with the Sports Gadget Shop? Schools can raise funds while introducing exciting, hands-on sports gadgets that pupils will love.

➡️ Check out the Sports Gadget Shop here: https://www.popcorneducation.co.uk/sportgadgetshop

💡 Tip: Use your 'Primary PE and Sports Premium' to purchase a 'Sport Gadget Shop' as you are 'develop[ing] or add[ing] to the PE, sport and physical activity that [your] school provides.'

💡 Tip: Many schools use the Sports Gadget Shop to fund new PE equipment, playground upgrades, and future sports events!

Ready to Plan Your Best Sports Day Yet? Design a 'Fun and Inclusive Sports Day.'

By choosing inclusive, engaging activities, you’ll make Sports Day 2025 fun for everyone—while ensuring pupils of all abilities can take part and shine.

Stay tuned for more Sports Day planning tips, ideas, and inspiration in our upcoming blog posts!