St Clare College participated in SportMalta School Sports Day 2026 by organising a day dedicated to Traditional Maltese Games, giving students the opportunity to enjoy physical activity while discovering games that form part of Malta’s cultural heritage.

Throughout the day, students took part in a variety of traditional games and physical challenges, creating an enjoyable environment that encouraged active participation and friendly competition.

The activities promoted important physical skills su ch as coordination, agility, strength, and concentration, while also encouraging teamwork, cooperation, fair play and sportsmanship. Students of different abilities were given the opportunity to participate, support one another and enjoy learning through movement.

The initiative also highlighted the importance of preserving traditional Maltese games and passing them on to younger generations, allowing students to appreciate how previous generations enjoyed physical activity and

Under the slogan “Building a Fraternal World, Together – Let Us Get a Whole School Moving”, Stella Maris College Junior School Malta celebrated SportMalta School Sport Day 2026 bringing students and staff together through a morning of physical activity and fun.

Around 288 students from Grades 3 to 6, together with approximately 50 adults from the Junior School section, took part in a one-mile walk, encouraging everyone to get active and enjoy the benefits of movement.

The walk was followed by a movement-to-music workshop delivered by one of the Grade 4 teachers, with the support of two Learning Support Educators. Students also enjoyed a variety of game stations and football exercises designed to strengthen teamwork, led by three coaches from Inter Academy Malta.

The event was organised by the school’s PE teacher, Mr Ramon Formosa, and coordinated on the day by the Junior School Leadership Team. It was a great success, with students enthusiastically supporting their classes through chants and enjoying the activities with smiles on their faces.

Through this initiative, Stella Maris College Junior School highlighted the importance of physical activity, teamwork, and community spirit, bringing the whole school together under the #BeActive message.

St Theresa Secondary School joined SportMalta School Sports Day on Monday, 19th October 2026, by organising a sports tournament that gave students the opportunity to take part in organised sporting activities in a fun and engaging environment.

The initiative encouraged students to stay physically active while promoting teamwork, cooperation, fair play and sportsmanship. Through participation in the tournament, students were able to enjoy sport, develop their skills and strengthen positive relationships with their peers.

The activities provided an opportunity for students to come together through sport, highlighting the importance of physical activity and the positive role it plays in school life.

STC Achille Ferris Msida Primary participated in SportMalta School Sports Day on Monday, 19th October 2026, by organising a mini sports day featuring a variety of fun and engaging physical activities.

The students took part in several challenges, including a baton relay race over low hurdles, a throwing game aimed at hitting cones, a ball relay using different passing techniques, and an agility ladder activity.

These activities encouraged students to develop their coordination, agility and throwing skills while working together as a team. The mini sports day also provided an opportunity for students to enjoy friendly competition in a positive and active environment.

Gozo College Nadur Primary participated in SportMalta School Sports Day 2026 with a special celebration of physical activity, teamwork, and inclusion, guided by the motto “MOVE • UNITE • SHINE!”

Created by the school’s PE teacher, the motto reflected the vision behind the event. MOVE encouraged every child to be active and enjoy movement, UNITE highlighted teamwork and a sense of belonging, while SHINE emphasised giving every pupil the opportunity to participate, feel valued and experience success in their own way.

Inclusion was at the heart of the event, with an emphasis on ensuring that every child, regardless of ability, had the opportunity to take part and celebrate their achievements. The focus went beyond competition, recognising the importance of effort, cooperation, participation, and individual progress.

The activities began with a lively warm-up session accompanied by music, during which pupils followed the PE teacher’s movements. This was followed by eight activity stations, offering students different opportunities to move, participate and challenge themselves.

To conclude the event, Year 6 pupils performed a series of gymnastic movements choreographed to Shakira’s World Cup song. The day ended on an energetic note as pupils joined the PE teacher for a group dance to the Cha Cha Slide, bringing the school community together in a joyful celebration.

Throughout the event, pupils were encouraged to support one another, embrace challenges and celebrate each other’s achievements. Their enthusiasm and willingness to work together highlighted the positive role that physical education and school sport can play in building confidence, friendships, and lifelong healthy habits.

Fgura Primary School celebrated SportMalta School Sports Day 2026 as part of the European Week of Sport, with six Year 6 classes participating in a variety of sporting activities designed to encourage physical activity, teamwork, and friendly competition.

The event took place between 9:00am and 10:00am and featured six activity stations: golf, handball, Tic-Tac-Toe, Hit the Targets, football, and volleyball. Pupils rotated between the stations, spending seven minutes at each activity, with additional time allocated to moving between challenges.

During the golf station, pupils tested their accuracy, concentration, and hand-eye coordination by directing golf balls towards designated targets. The handball station encouraged teamwork and communication through small-sided games, while the physical Tic-Tac-Toe challenge combined running, quick reactions, and strategic thinking.

At the Hit the Targets station, pupils navigated hurdles before jumping on trampolines and throwing balls towards designated targets. This activity challenged their agility, balance, timing, and coordination. Meanwhile, the football and volleyball stations allowed pupils to practise fundamental sporting skills, including dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control, while working together as a team.

The activities were organised to maximise participation and minimise waiting time, ensuring that pupils remained actively involved throughout the session. The combination of individual challenges and team games also provided opportunities for students with different interests and abilities to participate and enjoy themselves.

The event highlighted the importance of introducing children to different sports in an enjoyable and inclusive environment, while reinforcing the values of teamwork, fair play and cooperation.

SportMalta continued to promote physical activity and active participation among young learners through its school Sports Day initiative at Żabbar A Primary, where Year 1 and Year 2 pupils took part in a series of fun and interactive sporting activities.

The session featured six activity stations designed to encourage movement, coordination, teamwork, and friendly competition in an enjoyable environment. Through a variety of games, pupils had the opportunity to develop their physical skills while lea rning the importance of cooperation and participation.

Activities included Shuttle in the Bucket, where pupils competed in teams to collect and transfer beanbags into buckets, and Pass the Hoop, which challenged participants to pass a hoop around a circle without letting go of one another’s hands.

Other activities included Rock, Paper, Scissors, which combined movement and decision-making as pupils jumped through a sequence of hoops, and Head, Shoulders, Knees, Ball, a reaction game in which pupils worked in pairs to respond to commands and grab a ball as quickly as possible.

Pupils also participated in Put the Beanbag Inside the Hoop, aiming to score points by throwing beanbags into hoops, while the parachute activity encouraged coordination and collective participation through different movements, including creating waves and changing direction.

Through these activities, SportMalta’s School Sports Day initiative provides pupils with opportunities to enjoy physical activity, develop fundamental movement skills and experience the benefits of being active together.

St Ġorġ Preca College – Paola Primary participated in SportMalta School Sports Day 2026, organising a variety of fun and engaging sporting activities for pupils from Years 1 to 6. The activities aimed to promote physical activity, teamwork, coordination, and healthy lifestyles.

The event was organised into six 45-minute sessions, allowing pup ils from different year groups to participate in games suited to their age and abilities.

Pupils in Years 3 and 4 enjoyed games such as Fish and Sharks, Castle Knockdown and Point Collector. These activities encouraged pupils to develop their speed, agility, throwing accuracy and teamwork through tag games and point-scoring challenges.

Meanwhile, pupils in Years 1 and 2 participated in Clean Your Room, Multiple Lions and Tigers, and Rocket Rescue. These games focused on movement, reaction time, coordination, and cooperation, allowing younger pupils to stay active while enjoying friendly competition.

Older pupils in Years 5 and 6 took part in Secret Agent, Castl e Knockdown and 21. These activities challenged students to use their strategic thinking, speed and accuracy while working together towards a common goal.

Due to windy weather conditions, the originally planned Monster Ball activity was adapted to Castle Knockdown, ensuring that pupils could continue enjoying the programme.

Throughout the day, pupils were encouraged to participate actively, support their classmates and develop their physical skills in a positive and enjoyable environment. The event highlighted the importance of making physical activity fun and accessible to students of all ages.

St Margaret College Secondary School Verdala participated in SportMalta School Sports Day on Monday, 19 October 2026, with 60 students taking part in an obstacle challenge designed to promote physical activity, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles.

Organised in collaboration with the European Week of Sport (EWoS), the event provided students with an opportunity to engage in a variety of physical challenges in a fun and stimulating environment.

The activities included tyre agility exercises and hurdle obstacles, encouraging students to develop their coordination, balance, agility, and overall fitness. Through these challenges, students were encouraged to push their limits, build confidence and remain physically active while enjoying the experience.

Throughout the event, students demonstrated enthusiasm, determination, and cooperation, contributing to a positive atmosphere that celebrated participation and personal achievement.

The initiative highlighted the importance of making physical activity enjoyable and accessible to all students, while reinforcing the value of teamwork, confidence, and the benefits of an active lifestyle within the school community.

Gozo College Ġużè Aquilina Primary and Special Unit Sannat participated in SportMalta School Sports Day 2026, celebrating physical activity, inclusion, and the achievements of every student.

The school’s Special Unit took part in a variety of adapted games and physical activities tailored to students’ individual abilities and needs. The activities encouraged movement, coordination, and participation in an enjoyable and supportive environment, allowing students to develop their skills and challenge themselves at their own pace.

Teachers, Learning Support Educators, and other staff members provided continuous support and encouragement throughout the day, helping to create a positive and memorable experience for everyone involved.

Above all, the event celebrated every student’s effort, participation, and achievements. Through encouragement and positive experiences, students were given the opportunity to build confidence, experience success and feel valued as important members of their school community.

The school’s participation highlighted the importance of making sport accessible to everyone, regardless of ability, while reinforcing the values of determination, belonging, and inclusion.