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Primary School Physical Literacy & Rugby Development

Rugby programmes that develop pupils, support staff and create lasting impact.

Fun, inclusive rugby-based programmes for primary schools, combining pupil activity, teacher development, reusable resources and clear evidence of impact.

School Programmes

Choose the right programme for your school

High-Energy School Introduction

Rugger Pups Rugby Day

£325

An energetic, engaging introduction to non-contact rugby, movement skills and teamwork.

  • Up to 5 class sessions across the school day
  • Non-contact, age-appropriate rugby games and teamwork challenges
  • Movement control, confidence and basic rugby ball-handling skills
  • Teacher observation and co-delivery opportunities
  • Signposting to local community rugby club pathways
  • Short post-delivery recommendation summary for your PE lead

Core Development Programme

Rugger Pups Development Programme

From £1,250

A 6-week programme combining pupil progression with practical teacher development and documented impact.

  • 6-week progressive programme (typically 2 pupil sessions per week)
  • Teachers are encouraged to participate alongside delivery so activities and ideas can continue to be used after the programme ends
  • Short weekly mentoring debriefs to build staff confidence
  • Reusable Rugger Pups session plans and activities for staff to keep
  • Targeted adaptations for SEND, less-active pupils and children who may need additional support to participate
  • PAWS values embedded into every session
  • Practical impact measurement: short starting participation/confidence snapshot, short end-of-programme comparison, teacher feedback and a concise branded school impact summary
  • Local grassroots rugby pathway signposting

Comprehensive Whole-School Package

Whole-School Rugger Pups Development Package

From £2,250

Complete physical-literacy support combining a Rugby Day launch, the 6-week Development Programme, dedicated staff training, and after-school club setup.

  • Rugger Pups Rugby Day launch
  • 6-week Rugby Development Programme
  • Dedicated staff rugby & physical-literacy CPD workshop
  • Age-banded reusable resources for EYFS, KS1 and KS2
  • Targeted inclusion support for SEND, less-active pupils and children who may need additional support to participate
  • Concise whole-school impact summary
  • Practical recommendations for continued delivery
  • Full setup support to launch a parent-funded or hybrid after-school club

Additional School Options

Staff rugby & physical-literacy CPD
Interactive workshop equipping staff with practical rugby and movement games
£295
Additional full school day
Up to 5 sessions for multi-form entry schools
£325
Additional half day
Typically up to 3 class sessions
£195
Bespoke SEND & targeted-participation block
Based on group size and timetable needs
Quoted individually

Lasting Impact

More Than Coaching

Every Rugger Pups school programme is designed to leave something behind.

01

Engage Pupils

Fun, inclusive rugby-based activity designed to build movement, confidence and participation.

02

Develop Staff

Teachers are encouraged to participate alongside delivery and take practical activities and ideas away.

03

Leave Resources

Reusable Rugger Pups session plans and activities that schools can continue using.

04

Show Impact

Simple participation and confidence snapshots, teacher feedback and clear recommendations for next steps.

The PAWS Values Framework

Embedded character and teamwork

How our four core values reinforce positive behaviour, teamwork and physical confidence:

P

Play with Purpose

Intentional movement, skill acquisition and game understanding.

A

Always Be Kind

Encouragement, empathy, inclusion and sportsmanship.

W

Work Together

Communication, cooperation and group problem-solving.

S

Stay Safe & Strong

Physical control, resilience and safe participation.

After-School Clubs

Keep the rugby going after the school day

Rugger Pups can also deliver fun, inclusive weekly after-school clubs, with school-funded, parent-funded and hybrid options available. Parent-funded clubs can operate at £0 cost to the school, with Rugger Pups managing parent bookings and payments.

Explore After-School Clubs →

School Funding

Funding & PE & Sport Premium

Rugger Pups programmes can support PE & Sport Premium objectives where the school’s planned use meets current DfE funding requirements. Our development programmes are designed to support sustainable improvements through pupil participation, staff development, reusable resources and clear evidence of impact.

Michael Green in his Nottingham Rugby kit.

Meet the Founder

Meet Michael 'Pickle' Green

Founder & Nottingham Rugby Player

Originally from New Zealand, Michael ‘Pickle’ Green has spent much of his life in high-performance rugby environments, with the game taking him around the world before settling in the UK. He currently plays for Nottingham Rugby and founded Rugger Pups to give children a fun, positive and age-appropriate introduction to rugby. His aim is to take the best parts of the sport, such as teamwork, confidence, movement, friendships and enjoyment, and deliver them in an environment where every child can take part and succeed.

Safeguarding & Professionalism

Safety and safeguarding

Relevant insurance, DBS and safeguarding information can be provided to schools as part of onboarding.

What Schools Are Saying

“Coach Pickle had an instant positive presence with the class. He instantly made good rapport with them, including making an effort to learn names.”
School coaching feedback
“The children really enjoyed the sessions!”
Archbishop Cranmer C of E AcademyOctober 2026

School Enquiry

Let’s build the right programme for your school

Tell us what your school wants to improve and we’ll help identify the most suitable Rugger Pups option.

Your enquiry is sent securely to the Rugger Pups team. You can also email pickle@ruggerpups.com.