Sport at LVS Ascot
Our Main Sports
- Football
- Rugby
- Cricket
- Hockey
- Netball
- Rounders
In the early years of secondary school, practices are compulsory for all Year 7s in the first two weeks of each term. We are an extremely inclusive school, and we like to see as many pupils as possible taking part in practices and fixtures after these first two weeks. Saturday mornings are also compulsory for all Year 7s in the first two weekends of each term. This is for either a match or practice.
As our students get older and their interests widen, we offer a wide range of other sports for them to enjoy. We have an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a full-size all-weather pitch and a sports hall
This Year in Sport...
This year, sport at LVS Ascot has continued to flourish across all areas of the school. Pupils have shown impressive teamwork, perseverance, and camaraderie, all whilst developing their own individual talents and contributing to an exceptional year of sporting success.
In the Infant and Junior School, nearly every pupil from Years 3–6 has taken part in competitive fixtures across a wide range of sports, including football, rugby, netball, hockey, cricket, athletics, and cross country. Year 2 pupils also had a memorable introduction to competition, taking part in their first local friendlies.
A major highlight of the year was the Junior School sports tour to Manchester, where pupils experienced elite-level coaching in both football and hockey. The footballers trained with Manchester City coaches, while the hockey players benefited from expert sessions with top-level club coaches, an exciting and inspiring experience for all involved.
Among the many fixtures and tournaments, one of the standout achievements was the U11 boys finishing as runners-up in the ISA National Football Cup, an incredible result on a national stage. Pupils also proudly represented the school in regular fixtures, tournaments and inter-school competitions, demonstrating great enthusiasm throughout the year.
Senior School pupils across all age groups have taken part in ISA national tournaments, county tournaments and leagues in sports such as football, basketball, cricket, athletics, netball, hockey, and rugby, as well as numerous friendly matches.
The hockey programme delivered several standout moments, with the U14 girls crowned Berkshire Plate champions and the U15 girls achieving an extraordinary unbeaten run to win the Berkshire Cup, without conceding a single goal. On the boys’ side, the U13s secured gold in the ISA National Trophy and the Berkshire Plate, while the U12 boys, in their first senior tournament, finished runners-up in the Berkshire Finals.
Football has also enjoyed a remarkable year, marked by a wealth of fixtures across the boys and girls teams and notable team achievements. The highlight was the U15s’ impressive run to the ISFA National Trophy Final, where they delivered a valiant performance to finish as runners-up.
Swimming remains a major strength, with excellent performances at the ISA National Finals at the London Aquatic Centre. Highlights included a bronze medal in the 4x50m medley relay for Pippa Stewart and an individual national title for Joseph Mottram in the 200m individual medley. Sofia Clark won national gold in the 4 x 50m freestyle relay and national silver in the 50m backstroke, also achieving a personal best.
Cross country athletes continued to shine on the national stage. At the ISA National Championships in Leicester, Amber Hamilton-Martin and Evan McGrail competed a year up and still placed 5th, while Maisie and Rosie Gordge finished 9th and 12th respectively. Promising signs for the future of endurance running at LVS Ascot.
A football and hockey tour to Valencia in February for Years 10–13 provided high quality coaching from academy professionals and included cultural excursions into the city. Meanwhile, the second annual Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity Fun Run raised over £600. Other notable achievements include league victories for the U16 and U18 basketball teams, a strong showing from the U12 boys’ rugby team at the Berkshire Rugby Festival and the U18 girls netball team winning all but two matches in a solid season.
We’d like to thank everyone who has contributed to our vibrant sporting community, including our dedicated pupils, supportive parents, committed staff, and the hardworking grounds team. Have a well-deserved, and restful summer, and we look forward to seeing you back on the pitches next academic year.
What our students say - Jabari
Jabari was a recent Head Boy and joined the school as a boarder in Year 7. He is also a keen athlete and has his sights set on the 2028 Olympics. He says LVS Ascot supported him to work towards his goal.
The duties of being Head Boy may have taken up some of Jabari’s free time, but he also studied hard for his A-Levels.
His family moved around a lot when he was younger as they are in the armed forces. LVS Ascot was able to offer him a stable and nurturing environment. Jabari was also keen to find a solid friendship group and says he has made lifelong friends at the school.
Cancellations and Postponements
If fixtures or training are cancelled or postponed, you will be notified under the Sports section of the Parent’s Gateway. This is an online app that you will have access to once your child starts at the school. The app will be updated with any changes and the news will also be posted on our Twitter page @lvsascotsports.
