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Winter / Spring 2012 edition of Sport First
The case studies set out in this document have been collated by sportscotland – the national agency for sport – and have been written by Scottish Disability Sport and a number of local and national partners across the country.
The research in this report provides an analysis of Scotland’s performance in the Commonwealth Games from 1950 to 2010. The report is best printed in colour as there are a large number of graphs.
The purpose of the report is to provide an estimate of the economic importance of sport in Scotland. It builds on similar research carried outin 2004 and 2001 that measured the value of the sport economy in Scotland.
This annual review marks the end of another chapter for sportscotland as we reach the close of our 2007-11 plan and set our sights firmly on 2011-2015. With the prospect of what is to come over the next four years, there has never been a more exciting time for Scottish sport.
A framework for club sport: Ensuring sport clubs are part of the fabric of their community
This framework is a key part of sportscotland’s commitment to develop and support a world class sporting system at all levels for Scotland. Central to this commitment is the attraction and development of people volunteering in sport.
sportscotland’s corporate plan 20011-2015 outlines the difference we will make to sport in Scotland by 2015 and the changes people will see as we work towards that. This plan also describes the approaches we will take to make these changes a reality. Our key programmes and our high level indicators are also described in this plan.
This research digest presents the data collected during the three years 2006-08, with earlier trend data providing a picture of change over time. Since 1998 data have also been collected from children (aged 8-15) and are included here.
The Granger’s Volunteer Fund offers financial assistance to anyone giving their time free of charge, to help lead or train others in an outdoor/adventurous environment.
sportscotland has an annual review of local authority charges for sports participation in Scotland. The main aim of the review was to produce a straightforward, factual and up to date Digest summarising the level of charges for the most popular sports facilities and activities in Scotland.
This framework builds upon our previous strategy, Coaching Scotland 2005, and is intended to help sportscotland and our key partners create more and better coaches in Scotland. It is a reference point for coaching in Scotland based on the five strategic action areas outlined in the UK Coaching Framework (coaching model, front-line coaching, support for coaches, a professionally regulated vocation, research and development).
This Annual Review outlines the progress that sportscotland, together with our partners, made during 2009/10 in each of the priority areas outlined in Our Plan.
The Fit for Girls programme is a joint initiative between the Youth Sport Trust and sportscotland, aimed at increasing physical activity participation among girls aged 11 to 16 years. This first Interim Report presents findings from a survey of all S2 girls in secondary schools across Scotland, undertaken as part of the evaluation of the Fit for Girls programme.
In April 2007 we published Our Plan, sportscotland’s corporate plan for 2007-11. It summarised our contribution to Reaching Higher, the national strategy for sport, and set out seven priority areas for our work.
On the following pages we outline our progress in 2008-09 in each of the priority areas outlined in this plan.
sportscotland has reviewed its corporate Single Equity Scheme 2006-2009 and developed a new Scheme for 2010-2012.
In order to inform their policy and practice regarding the participation of black and ethnic minority (BME) communities in sport, Sporting Equals and the Sports Councils commissioned Jonathan Long and colleagues from the Carnegie Research Institute to carry out an independent review of what is known about this area, and to identify how participation opportunities for these communities might be extended and improved.
This document, which sets out our principles and priorities for 2009 to 2011, is the result of a mid-term review of our existing corporate plan for 2007 to 2011. Our mission and remit remain the same as we work with our partners to realise the vision outlined in Reaching Higher, the national strategy for sport – yet a great deal is new.
This review of research literature on evaluations of large-scale sport and physical activity programmes was commissioned by sportscotland as part of a larger evaluation of Active Schools. The goals of the review were both general and specific, and the research was to provide a general overview of the state of knowledge and research practice on large-scale evaluations as well as to provide concrete recommendations to inform the design of the Active Schools evaluation.
‘Out There’ (2009) is sportscotland’s policy statement document on sport and physical recreation in the outdoors. Out there presents sportscotland’s thinking, aspirations and position on issues considered important and relevant to sport and physical recreation practised in the outdoors.
This detailed report by Professor Celia Brackenridge reviews research on participation in sport and other physical activity by women, particularly mid-life women, and draws out policy implications.
This review examines whether there is evidence to link sporting success, the hosting of major events or sporting role models with increased sports participation.
This document provides information on the potential contribution of sport and examples of how to integrate sporting objectives in single outcome agreements.
This research (by a research team at Heriot Watt University) investigates the decline in participation in sport by adolescent girls by following a group of Edinburgh girls for 18 months through the transition from primary to secondary school examining relationships between physical activity, maturation and perceptions of competence.
By publishing this study we seek further understanding of the demand for sport and physical activity by 10-15 year-old girls in Scotland by providing evidence explaining the decline in activity by girls in this age group and practical strategies for reversing this decline. The research provides new findings that are highly relevant to the Scottish context and data to inform policy development.
In order to improve and develop their policy advice, the sports councils in the UK commissioned a review of what is known about sexual orientation in sport and to draw out implications and practical recommendations. This is a thorough analysis of a wide range of research and policy documents, summarised with a combination of academic rigour and strong advocacy for the issues raised.
This was a thorough investigation into the impact of different management regimes on the extracurricular and community use of schools for sport and cultural activities. The information identifies common elements of good practice approaches that maximise community use of school facilities for sport and cultural activities.
This guidance suggests that there is no “off the peg” solution to designing an accessible facility.
The visa requirements for entry into the UK are changing from 27th November 2008. The changes mean that any governing body who wishes to employ people from outwith the EU (or who's clubs wish to do so), need to be registered as sponsors with the Home Office. This process can take some time, so if this effects you then please sign up ASAP. For further information on the new visa system and regulations for sports people entering the UK please see the attached briefing notes and code of practice.
It is sportscotland’s mission to encourage everyone in Scotland to discover and develop their own sporting experience, helping to increase participation and improve performance. For some groups in society, including women and girls, this mission is also a challenge. In response to this sportscotland has produced the following 10 factsheets providing guidance on how women and girls can be encouraged to more actively participate in sport and physical activity at all levels.
This Annual Review highlights the progress made by the sportscotland group and our partners in the year 1 April 2007 - 31 March 2008.
This research digest presents the data collected during the three years 2005-07, with earlier trend data providing a picture of change over time.
This research digest presents the data collected during the three years 2004-06, with earlier trend data providing a picture of change over time.
Since 1987, sportscotland (previously the Scottish Sports Council) has collected data on adult (aged 16 and over) sports participation. The data has been collected by System Three as part of their omnibus household survey, the Scottish Opinion Survey. This research digest presents the data collected during 1997, 1998 and 1999.
The following are key statistics on participation in sport and physical recreation within Scotland by adults (16+) and children (8-15) living in Scotland.
This is a summary report of the evaluation commissioned by sportscotland to assess the impact and effectiveness of the work of the Volunteer Development Manager (VDM) post on volunteering within Scottish Swimming.
For background and technical information to explain the sports participation survey data, refer to the methodology paper.
This guidance report looks at the design issues of providing underfloor heating, a feature which can have environmental benefits if correctly designed and integrated with other environmental services. It also aims to provide the designer with sufficient information to help make key decisions about providing underfloor heating alongside other alternatives.
Participation profiles by sport.
As a result of the disability, gender and race equality duties, sportscotland is required to conduct equity impact assessments (EQIA) on all our policies and functions.
Medals are won by individuals. But behind every winner is a great team helping them to perform on the world stage. A sportscotland special for Beijing.
The clubgolf evaluation report provides information to support the ongoing development of the clubgolf programme and to assess progress against the 2009 targets. A full report with detailed appendices (in a separate file) and a summary report are available.
This paper reports on research commissioned by sportscotland in partnership with CHILDREN 1ST and the Scottish Sports Association to investigate the effects of child protection issues on volunteering with children and young people in sport.
This report summarises the evaluation of the third year (school year 2006/07) of the Active Schools Network.
This collection of case studies is an opportunity to share the difference that the Girls in Sport and Physical Activity programme made to girls in many of the participating schools. By sharing the work of the schools and the girls, we hope that they’ll be a source of inspiration to other schools facing similar issues!
Outline Summary of Requirements of Relevant British Standards.