Belonging
Every participant should feel that the event was made with them in mind.
Created for pupils who deserve more opportunities.
Many children and young people with SEND do not get enough chances to represent their school, compete alongside peers or experience the atmosphere of a large sporting event. The United Games helps close that gap.
We bring schools together through standalone events in different parts of the UK and at different points in the school year. Some programmes are one unforgettable day. Others, such as our football leagues, create a regular rhythm of fixtures, teamwork and progress.
Non-profit and focused on the experience.
The United Games is run on a non-profit basis. Schools pay to participate, but those costs are not taken as profit: they are reinvested directly into delivering and improving the events for children and young people.
That means participation income helps us secure quality venues, provide suitable equipment, create medals and certificates, support event staffing and technology, and develop future opportunities in more sports and more parts of the UK.
Professional energy. Child-centred delivery.
We work with professional clubs, athletes, coaches and quality venues to make each occasion feel special. Those partnerships can bring expertise, inspiration and a sense that pupils have stepped onto a bigger stage.
But the child remains at the centre. Formats are planned with accessibility, confidence and different ability levels in mind. We value sporting achievement while recognising that determination, kindness, courage and progress can be just as meaningful.
What guides every United Games experience.
Ambition
High expectations, big occasions and room for every child to surprise themselves.
Recognition
Every child receives a medal and certificate, with individual awards across the day.
Reinvestment
Every participation cost goes back into making pupil experiences even stronger.
For primary and secondary schools.
We support both phases because the need for meaningful sport does not stop at a particular age. Event formats, communication and the overall experience can be shaped to suit the participating group, with schools helping us understand the children and young people attending.