We are so pleased to offer many opportunities at King’s for our students to discover and develop their sporting interests, both in curricular and co-curricular activities.
We are also thrilled to share that King’s High has been ranked in the top 2% of sporting schools in the country in the School Sport Magazine national standings for 2026.
We provide a broad range of sporting disciplines, catering to those who wish to compete at the highest levels as well as those who enjoy sport recreationally. Most importantly, sport at King’s High is for all.
Our aim is to inspire pupils to engage meaningfully with physical activity, not only as a cornerstone of wellbeing and mental health, but also as a fundamental part of their school experience and life beyond King’s.
Competitive and Recreational Opportunities
Our teams regularly compete at County, Regional, and National levels, with some pupils achieving representative honours in their chosen sports, including National and International competitions. Every pupil has the opportunity to develop her talents fully, fostering confidence, enthusiasm, and a lifelong enjoyment of sport.
As one of the country’s leading independent girls’ sporting schools, we offer:
- Extensive competitive training
- Inter-form competitions
- Fitness and wellbeing programs
Students can choose to join competitive teams or participate purely for enjoyment, coached by our expert staff, many of whom are accomplished sports performers.
Our students consistently achieve outstanding results, reflecting the strength of our sports provision and the dedication of our athletes. Equally, we pride ourselves on high participation in non-competitive sports, from recreational gymnastics to our on-site fitness suite and annual inter-form competitions.
Sports on offer include:
Facilities
Our sports department comprises eight full-time and four part-time teaching staff, plus two sports graduates and a dedicated sports administrator. Students have access to exceptional facilities, including:
- Two Astroturf pitches and a 3G all-weather pitch
- Eight netball/tennis courts
- Sprung floor gymnasium, fitness suite, and dance studio
- Sports hall, climbing wall, squash courts, swimming pool, and numerous grass pitches
The recently opened Sports Centre enhances our provision further and features:
- A fully equipped fitness suite with cardiovascular equipment, free weights, and plyometric boxes
- Sprung floor gymnasium for gymnastics and trampolining
- Multiple changing rooms with showers
- Two new locker rooms with 500 lockers
Students also have access to other Foundation campus facilities, including the swimming pool, 3G pitch, and climbing wall at Warwick Sports Centre.
talented athlete programme (TAP)
At King’s High, we are proud to support our sports scholars and gifted athletes through the Talented Athlete Programme (TAP), offering three tiers of support tailored to each athlete’s performance level:
Aspire Level – County-level athletes or those with regional potential
Access to lectures and workshops
General strength and conditioning programme
Group mentoring and personalised profiling
Small-group sports sessions when appropriate
Daily wellbeing monitoring
Discounted rates at the Therapy and Performance Clinic
Performance Level – Regional-level athletes
Sport-specific strength and conditioning
Individual half-termly mentoring
Tailored small-group sessions and profiling
Full wellbeing support and clinic discounts
Elite Level – International-level athletes
Individual strength and conditioning programme
Weekly meetings with the Director of Sport or Head of Sport
Advanced mentoring and profiling
Full wellbeing support and small-group coaching
Each athlete is paired with a dedicated performance mentor to support goal setting, academic balance, and athletic development. Mentors guide students on time management, injury prevention, and balancing training with studies.
TAP also provides university visits to sports universities and facilities such as St George’s Park, practical workshops, and talks from professional athletes.
Expectations of TAP students:
Commitment to the programme and serving as a role model
Regular attendance at training and mentoring sessions
Engagement in daily wellbeing monitoring
Participation in King’s High Open Evenings
Enjoyment and pride in their sporting journey
