Sport at Loretto Handbook 2020/21

Sport
at Loretto

Handbook

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Loretto is a school where all pupils are given the opportunity to choose, enjoy
and succeed in Sport. We actively encourage and reward effort; teamwork
and loyalty are highly valued and we respect tradition, with team sports at the
heart of our games programme. Loretto also promotes individual pursuits,
recognising these additional opportunities for pupils to enjoy physical activity,
compete, and excel. We encourage lifelong participation.

Our aim is to ensure that every pupil engages regularly in physical activity, has
the opportunity to represent the school at Sport, and leaves equipped to lead
a healthy and active lifestyle. We want our pupils to enjoy both their games
sessions and matches, learning to deal with victory and defeat appropriately.

We achieve these aims by developing our pupils’ physical literacy through
Sport and Physical Education (PE), contributing to a healthy mind and body.
Within a competitive environment, our pupils learn the values of sportsman-
ship: fair play, respect, tolerance, and commitment. We nurture the qualities
of leadership, providing opportunities for pupils to lead others.

Whatever your ability, Loretto sport is preparation for life.

Mr. Jason P. R. White
Head of Sport

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Contents page 4
page 5
Games Policy pages 6-15
Procedures for Games Sessions pages 16-17
Sports Kit and Dress Code for Games Sessions 2018/19 page 18
Sports Safety Statement page 19
Fixtures pages 20-21
Team Selection and Commitment to Fixtures page 22
Procedures for School Matches and Match Day Catering page 23
Guidance for Spectators pages 24-33
Sporting Colours page 34
Appendix page 35
Notes
Loretto Golf Academy

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Games Policy

Major Sports

All pupils at Loretto will participate in the Major Sports for each term (for
exceptions, please refer to Appendix):

Autumn Term Girls Boys
Spring Term Hockey Rugby
Summer Term Lacrosse / Netball (U13 teams only) Hockey
Tennis Cricket

Minor Sports

6th Form (not all options are offered every term)

 Athletics  Cross Country  Golf  Swimming
 Badminton  Body Fit  Rock Climbing
 Basketball  Fitness Centre  Squash

Pupils may choose their games option form the list of available activities. It is
hoped that the majority will represent the school in the major sport of the term.

Golf Scholars in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Form

Members of the Golf Development Squad will attend golf once a week and
major sport twice a week, and are available for selection for school teams.

Junior golfers ranking in the top 10 of the Golf Academy Order of Merit may
be invited to focus exclusively on golf during games time.

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Procedures for Games Sessions Pupils must:

2nd Form  Check the Red Hall notice boards for
details of their Games session.
Games sessions take place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
afternoons.  Attend Games in the correct kit, on
time and with all relevant
Matches take place during the Wednesday session, and some Saturday equipment. Failure to do so may
sessions. result in a sanction.
3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th Form
 Pupils going to Newfield should take
Games sessions take place on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday afternoons. care crossing the road, watching for
cyclists on the footbridge, and must
Games afternoons typically run from 2.20pm – 3.30pm, but can take place at walk in pairs or more.
any time up until 6pm to incorporate Sports Activity slots.
 Pupils going to the AstroTurf must
Games schedules are published in advance on the Red Hall notice boards and use the tunnel and not cross the
on the Loretto Sport Website. Timings will vary on fixture days. main road.

Attendance

Attendance at Games is compulsory and all pupils should be registered at
their Games session. Failure to attend games or Off Games, without
authorisation will result in detention.

Pupils missing games on medical grounds must have absence authorised by
the Medical Centre. These pupils will attend Off Games which is a supervised,
compulsory prep session and pupils should take work with them to complete.

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Dress Code for Games Sessions 2018/19

Sports Kit PE Games Kit (2nd – 5th Form Pupils)

 All pupils are expected Compulsory Items Girls Boys
to train and play in Loretto
sports kit, and to have all Optional Items
mandatory sports kit which is
available from Schoolblazer and 6
Loretto Uniform Exchange. All kit
must be named.

 Pupils require sufficient kit to keep
a set immaculate for match days.

 All pupils should bring a named
water bottle to all PE and
Games sessions.

 Misplaced kit will be stored
and displayed in the Sports
Department and any
unclaimed items will
be sent to the Loretto
Uniform Exchange
termly.

Rugby Optional Items (including World
Rugby compliant pads / head wear)
Compulsory Items

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Dress Code for Games Sessions 2018/19

Sports Kit Hockey

 All pupils are expected Compulsory Items Girls Boys
to train and play in Loretto
sports kit, and to have all
mandatory sports kit which is
available from Schoolblazer and
Loretto Uniform Exchange. All kit
must be named.

 Pupils require sufficient kit to keep
a set immaculate for match days.

 All pupils should bring a named
water bottle to all PE and
Games sessions.

 Misplaced kit will be stored
and displayed in the Sports
Department and any
unclaimed items will
be sent to the Loretto
Uniform Exchange
termly.

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Optional Items Boys

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Sports Kit Dress Code for Games Sessions 2018/19
Lacrosse
 All pupils are expected
to train and play in Loretto Compulsory Items
sports kit, and to have all
mandatory sports kit which is 10
available from Schoolblazer and
Loretto Uniform Exchange. All kit
must be named.

 Pupils require sufficient kit to keep
a set immaculate for match days.

 All pupils should bring a named
water bottle to all PE and
Games sessions.

 Misplaced kit will be stored
and displayed in the Sports
Department and any
unclaimed items will
be sent to the Loretto
Uniform Exchange
termly.

Optional Items

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Dress Code for Games Sessions 2018/19

Sports Kit Tennis

 All pupils are expected Compulsory Items Girls Boys / Girls
to train and play in Loretto
sports kit, and to have all Optional Items
mandatory sports kit which is
available from Schoolblazer and All 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Form girls will require tennis kit. All 6th Form girls and
Loretto Uniform Exchange. All kit boys that select Tennis as a games option will require tennis kit.
must be named.
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 Pupils require sufficient kit to keep
a set immaculate for match days.

 All pupils should bring a named
water bottle to all PE and
Games sessions.

 Misplaced kit will be stored
and displayed in the Sports
Department and any
unclaimed items will
be sent to the Loretto
Uniform Exchange
termly.

Cricket

Compulsory Items Match wear only Games sessions

Optional Items

The school supplies bats, pads and helmets but regular cricketers may wish to
consider purchasing their own.

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Dress Code for Games Sessions 2018/19

Sports Kit Minor Sports

 All pupils are expected (Athletics, Badminton, Cross Country, Fives, Football, and Squash; Basketball has a
to train and play in Loretto bespoke strip for matches which is kept centrally and issued / returned as necessary.)
sports kit, and to have all
mandatory sports kit which is Compulsory Items Football only
available from Schoolblazer and
Loretto Uniform Exchange. All kit Optional Items
must be named.

 Pupils require sufficient kit to keep
a set immaculate for match days.

 All pupils should bring a named
water bottle to all PE and
Games sessions.

 Misplaced kit will be stored
and displayed in the Sports
Department and any
unclaimed items will
be sent to the Loretto
Uniform Exchange
termly.

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Inter Colour Competitions Inter Colour competitions were
introduced in 2003 to facilitate additional
Pupils require a Colour t-shirt to wear when competing in the Inter opportunities for participation and
Colour Competitions. competition in sports (and other
activities) in a fun, encouraging and
Greenlees Langhorne Mackintosh Tristram inclusive environment.

The number of Inter Colour competitions
have grown giving, pupils the opportunity
to participate and compete in over 20
events a year, concluding with Inter
Colour Athletics (Sports Day), which is
designed to be inclusive, fun and
colourful. The winning Colour receives
the Championship Trophy at the end of
year Sports Prize Giving.

Pupils are allocated a Colour on entry to
the school (whether in Junior or Senior)
with siblings being allocated to the same
Colour. Pupils develop a strong identity
and loyalty to their Colour and the
competitions provide further opportunity
to develop the character and values that
form part of the Loretto education.

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Sports Safety Statement

All sports, contact and non-contact carry the risk of accident and injury. We
are mindful of the dangers and take necessary precautions, based on
professional guidance from Governing Bodies.
 Coaches have necessary experience and training and safety guidelines (as

laid down by Governing Body) are followed as a rule.
 Compulsory wearing of mouth guards for rugby, hockey and lacrosse;

helmets for cricket; shin guards for hockey.
 Recommended wearing of protective body armour and head wear as

stipulated legal by World Rugby for rugby.
 Eye protection in Lacrosse is mandatory. The Sports Department can help

advise where to purchase eye protection.
 Wearing of facemasks for short corners in hockey is mandatory. These

items are provided by school for all teams.
 Matches refereed by personnel who have attended relevant courses or are

Referee Society affiliated.
 Many Staff are first aid trained and a rolling training programme exists.
 Fully qualified medical staff from Physis will be in attendance at pitch side

for home rugby matches.
 Training methods include safe techniques for contact elements of the

game.

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 Older pupils are trained to be physically prepared for increased intensity of
the sport at senior level.

 Injuries are reported and recorded centrally through the school medical
centre.

 Risk Assessments for all sporting activities.
 Affiliation to National Governing Bodies.

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Fixtures

All sports fixtures are published in the School Calendar and are subject to
change. The sports portal (lorettosport.com) mirrors the school website,
providing regularly updated information on sports fixtures and arrangements.
Cancellation information will be posted on the School Calendar.
U13 Games and Fixtures
The majority of our fixtures at U13 level are on Wednesdays and against Prep
Schools. We also arrange some U12 matches against Day Schools on Saturday
mornings to further increase playing opportunities. Prep Schools select their
1st and 2nd teams from the top two year groups (Year 7 and 8) and so these
teams are a mixture of U12 and U13 pupils. Where possible, we have chosen
to combine our Year 7 and 2nd Form (Year 8) to provide a comparable pool of
players and to field more teams, enabling us to provide greater participation
at the level that best suits all our pupils.

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Team Selection Commitment to Fixtures

The aim of the Selection Policy is to ensure that all pupils at Loretto School get We strive to provide the opportunity
a fair and equal chance to represent the school, at a level appropriate to their for all pupils of all abilities to enjoy
ability, whilst enabling individuals to improve and develop their ability in sport and represent the school, as well
sport. as putting the values of commitment,
teamwork, loyalty and endeavour into
All A teams are selected to be the most competitive teams possible with an practice. We are a small school and
emphasis on performance and winning matches. have to work together to achieve
success. Representing the school and
B and C teams are selected with participation as the main objective and to honouring school commitments is vital
provide the opportunity to be involved in competitive matches at an if we are to remain successful. We
appropriate level. endeavour to create the environment
where playing sport and representing
Where there is no B team (due to numbers) then playing opportunities for the school is a highly valued and
pupils of all levels will be provided within the fixture calendar but not all worthwhile experience for all pupils,
pupils should expect to play in all matches. and have clear systems of
communication to help with planning
As such, the following guidelines apply when selecting teams for all sports. In external events. We ask all parents and
addition, for rugby the Scottish Rugby Union Age Banding Policies must be pupils to support the school by
applied at all times (see http://www.scottishrugby.org/age-banding). adhering to the procedures regarding
fixtures and games sessions outlined in
See Appendix for the full selection policy. the next pages.

Team sheets are published in the Red Hall and on the lorettosport.com
website, with every effort being made to publish a minimum of 24 hours in
advance.

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Procedures for School Matches

All 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Form pupils, and all pupils in 5th and 6th Form that opt for
the major sport, are considered eligible for selection for the appropriate
school team for all school matches. Exceptions must be agreed in advance by
the Head of Sport. Any non-participation is at the discretion of the Head of
Sport, with the agreement of the Headmaster (or a nominated member of
staff who represents the Headmaster).
Pupils and parents should check the School Calendar and lorettosport.com for
notification of fixtures and updates to arrangements. Selection lists will be
published at least 24 hours in advance.
Calendared school matches are a compulsory part of Loretto and if selected to
play, every pupil is expected to honour that commitment.
For Home matches, pupils arrive in full school Sports kit with any additional
necessary playing kit.
For Away matches, pupils will travel in Red and Grey or Sports kit as directed
by the Head of Sport or the Coach in charge of their team. If a school informs
us of limited changing facilities at the Away venue, the pupils may travel in
tracksuits. This information will appear on the team sheet.
All pupils should be immaculately dressed on Match days, whether in Sports
kit or Red and Grey.

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Match Day Catering

Day pupils deemed well enough to attend school are expected to honour all For Rugby and Lacrosse at Newfield,
school commitments on that day. Any decision to exempt a pupil in school on refreshments are available for parents
medical grounds will be made by the school Medical Centre only. If Medical and visitors before Matches, and for
Centre deems a Day pupil to be sufficiently unwell to be exempt, parents will players, parents and visitors after
be notified to collect the pupil from school. Pupils will not be permitted to Matches. For Hockey, tea and coffee
attend any school social functions on that day. are also provided for parents and
visitors at the AstroTurf.
Any Boarding pupil deemed well enough to attend classes is expected to fulfil
all school commitments on that day. Any decision to exempt a Boarding pupil By arrangement, 1st Teams and teams
on medical grounds will be made by the school Medical Centre only. Such that have travelled large distances may
pupils will attend the scheduled Off Games session and will be confined to go to the main school dining room for a
House that evening. hot meal after a Match. Parents and
visitors are also welcome. These
A pupil presenting to Medical Centre on a Match day may be exempt from arrangements are called Match Teas on
playing but fit to travel, and will therefore be expected to travel with the the team sheet. Where Match Tea is
team. provided, pupils are expected to attend
and will change into Red and Grey.
Requests for Special Leave from school should only be sought in genuinely
exceptional circumstances and not be sought when there are school matches For Cricket, refreshments are provided
unless completely unavoidable. for parents and visitors at Pinkie. These
arrangements are called Pinkie Teas on
On Saturdays, all Day pupils are to remain in school for their scheduled Games the team sheet.
commitment, even if not involved in matches. Exceptions to this must be
agreed in advance by the Senior Management Team and the Head of Sport or
Medical Centre.

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Guidance for Spectators

Pupils appreciate the presence and support of Parents, Guardians, Families
and Friends at Matches. It is important that spectators always set a good
example of sportsmanship and give enthusiastic support, without being
excessive or inappropriate.

 Criticism or undermining of the Umpire / Referee is never acceptable.
 Spectators should not enter the field of play without the express

permission of the Umpire / Referee or Medical staff.
 Spectators should not enter the changing room areas.
 A full Spectator Code of Conduct can be found in the Appendix.

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Sporting Colours

Nominations are made by the Heads of individual sports and signed off by the
Head of Sport, Director of Golf, and a member of the Senior Management
Team.

The Headmaster will award Sporting Colours at Double at the end of each
term.

 Selection criteria for the best 1 – 3 (maximum 5) players in a team.

 Evidence of consistent good performance.

 Suitable behaviour and attitude demonstrated both on and off the pitch /
course.

Selection for representative teams does not mean Sporting Colours will
automatically be awarded.

Rugby Girls Hockey Lacrosse Boys Hockey Golf Cricket Girls Tennis

Date Awarded End of Autumn Term End of Spring Term End of 1st Summer Term / Last Week of Term

2nd Form Half Colours Year Group Colours Full Colours
3rd Form Year Group Colours
4th Form Year Group Colours
5th Form
L6th Form Half Colours
U6th Form
Full Colours

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Appendix

Participation in Sport
All pupils will participate in the major games for each term with the following
exceptions:
2nd, 3rd, and 4th Form pupils unable to participate positively in the major sport
on medical grounds may participate in an option. This is at the discretion of
the Head of Sport, and Senior Management Team.
All 5th Form pupils will take part in major sport at least twice a week unless
they are members of the Golf Performance Squad or Swimming Squad. Non-
contact rugby will be offered for those with appropriate reason, which must
be signed off by the Head of Sport and Senior Management Team.

Summer Term
A reduced fixture list operates for Senior pupils during the Summer Term.
There are limited mid-week fixtures for Seniors after half term. This is to allow
pupils full exam preparation whilst retaining a productive sports programme
and fixture list.
During exam time, in order to fulfil fixture commitments, all pupils who do
not have an exam on the day of the match are available for team selection.
In exceptional circumstances, permission may be given to miss a match for
revision purposes, which must be sought at least 48 hours in advance.

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Pupils may also be given permission to miss a non-fixture games session for
revision purposes, at the discretion of the Games staff and Head of Sport.

Team Selection Policy

It is the coaches’ responsibility to:
 Provide the team with training sessions appropriate to the age and stage

of the pupils involved.
 Select pupils based on the criteria set out in this document.
 Inform pupils of their selection by placing a team sheet on

lorettosport.com and the games board in the Red Hall or VIP notice area at
the Junior School.
 Inform of selection at least 24 hours in advance of any match.

It is the pupils’ responsibility to:
 Check notices on the lorettosport website, in the Red Hall (School House)

or VIP notice area at the Junior School, including any significant
information about venue, timings, attire etc. and to find out when / where
their games session is taking place.
 Attend all games sessions and matches unless Off Games (Medical Centre)
or having been given Special Leave (Head of Sport or Senior Management)
not to attend.
 Attend games sessions wearing regulation Games kit including items of
safety gear e.g. gum shield and shin pads.

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To represent the school in sport, pupils must fulfil the following criteria.
Selection criteria have been split into four sections: Technical, Non-Technical,
Desirable Qualities and Special Circumstances. Every pupil that plays sport at
Loretto School is assessed according to this criteria for the purposes of
fairness and parity.

Technical
 In order to represent the school a pupil should:
 Demonstrate a skill level that contributes positively to the performance of

a team in their year group.
 Be able to carry out tactics set by the coach effectively.

Or
 Show potential which can be developed throughout their school career.

Non-Technical
 In order to represent the school a pupil should:
 Demonstrate a positive attitude towards training at all times.
 Attend all training sessions unless Off Games or given Special Leave.
 Be able to communicate positively with both team mates and coaching

staff.

Desirable Qualities. Pupils at Loretto School should be striving to:
 Demonstrate leadership skills: relaying messages to teammates, leading

warm-ups, and demonstrating during games sessions and matches.

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 Take ownership and responsibility for learning within games sessions, i.e.
develop opinions about set plays and playing principles in order to
increase knowledge and understanding of the game.

 Engage in technical and tactical conversation with both coaches and
teammates.

Special Circumstances

 A pupil may be selected to play in teams above their age group only if:

 They demonstrates a skill level that can contribute positively to the
performance of the more advanced team he / she is stepping into.

 They can carry out tactics set by the coach of the more advanced team
effectively.

 They can cope with the physical demands of competing against older
opponents.

 There is no-one in the older year group that can contribute positively to
the performance of the team in the same way as the identified younger
player.

Please note that any movement of players would be as a result of close
consultation between all relevant coaches, the Head of the individual sport
and the Head of Sport.

Exemplar Situations

 Player A satisfies the criteria as set in Special Circumstances, but does not
want to move up to the advanced team. Outcome = Player stays with
younger age group.

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 Player A satisfies the criteria as set in Special Circumstances but it is not
felt that they would be able to cope in the new social environment in the
proposed advanced team. Outcome = Player stays with younger age group.

 Player A satisfies the criteria as set in Special Circumstances but it is felt
that they would be used in a rotational system therefore minimizing the
time they would actually play. Outcome = Player moves into advanced
team but will play for the younger age group if there is fixture clash.

Spectator Code of Conduct

As a spectator watching an event that is conducted or sanctioned by Loretto
School, you must meet the following requirements with regard to your
conduct.
 Spectators are an important part of the game and shall at all times

conform to accepted standards of good sportsmanship and behaviour.
 Spectators shall at all times respect officials, coaches and players and

extend all courtesies to them.
 Spectators are there to support and not coach.
 Lead by example and respect all players, coaches, umpires and fellow

spectators. Physical or verbal abuse will not be tolerated.
 Respect the umpires’ decision. Do not abuse, threaten or intimidate an

umpire or match official and do not show dissension, displeasure or
disapproval towards an umpire or match official’s decision in an abusive or
unreasonable fashion.

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 Support skilled performances and show respect for opposition teams and
players.

 Display appropriate social behaviour by not using profane, demeaning or
derogatory language, or harassing players, coaches, officials or other
spectators.

 Leave the spectator area tidy and free from litter.
 Do not ridicule mistakes or losses.
 Acknowledge all volunteers who are giving up their valuable time to enable

the conduct of competition.
 Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person.

Dietary Supplements Policy

In order for the pupils at Loretto to achieve a healthy lifestyle they should try
and achieve a balanced diet where whole foods form the basis of their diet.
The food provided by the Loretto Catering Department ensures a well-
balanced diet is provided throughout the week.

We promote the following principles for training:
 Always have a water bottle with you at training
 Get at least 8 hours sleep, more after hard sessions.
 Stretch at least 2 to 3 times a week.
 Always eat 3 main meals per day (2 small meals in-between). Breakfast is

crucial.

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 Eat plenty of white meat and fish.

 Eat plenty of colourful vegetables and salad.

 Eat plenty of pasta, potatoes and rice.

 Ensure you time your meals around training sessions. Eat both before and
immediately after.

On occasion, an elite representative sportsperson may be advised they
require a dietary supplement by a coach from a National Governing Body
(NGB). Loretto works closely with NGBs where our pupils are involved in
training programmes issued by them. Whilst the school is happy to offer
advice on the effects of supplements, such as Whey Protein, we will not
recommend or supply any form of dietary supplement to our pupils. If
parents choose, after taking advice, to allow their child to take supplements
as part of their training regime then the parents must provide the
supplement, assume full responsibility for its use and inform the school
Medical Centre and the pupil’s Housemaster / Housemistress what
supplement is being used. This enables an accurate list of pupils who are
using parentally approved supplements, with parental responsibility, to be
held by the school.

Therefore, Loretto School’s position regarding supplements is as follows:

 If the pupils consistently follow the above principles, they will not need to
take any form of dietary supplement.

 Loretto staff may advise on the effects of dietary supplements to allow
parents to make an informed choice (additional advice from a General
Practitioner is also recommended).

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 Loretto staff will not recommend the use of, or supply, any form of dietary
supplement.

 If any pupils that are not on the approved list described above are found
with supplements by House staff, pupils can expect them to be confiscated
and returned to their parents.

At Loretto we are dedicated to the safety of our pupils and we wish to
highlight that there is a risk to health if dietary supplements are taken without
suitable guidance. Any pupil or parent wishing to discuss this policy should
contact the Head of Games.

Transport Costs for Representative Training

An ever increasing number of Loretto pupils are selected for representative
sports squads at District, Regional or National level. Those selected are
occasionally required to travel to training sessions during or overlapping
Loretto Sports lessons. There may be occasions where staff can take pupils to
the sessions but this cannot be guaranteed, as staff may not be available at
the time. Wherever possible we would ask parents to take their children to
the training sessions but, failing that, public transport or taxis may be the
most appropriate means of transportation. Any transportation costs incurred
are the responsibility of the parents. Taxi fares will be charged to the pupils
account with parents’ permission and there is also an excellent bus service to
Edinburgh. If help is needed to co – ordinate taxis being booked please
contact the relevant Head of Sport and they will be able to assist.

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Communications with the Loretto Sport Department
Open lines of communication between parents and the Sports Department
are actively encouraged, the Head of Sport and the department have an open
door policy. During term time, School Life and commitments become very
busy and we will endeavour to respond promptly to communications
wherever possible. If a matter is time sensitive it is advised to telephone the
school and speak with the appropriate member of staff.

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Staff
Head of Sport – Jason White
Head of Cricket – Peter Steindl
Head of Hockey – Callum Milne
Head of Lacrosse – Melanie Paton
Head of Rugby – Andrew Binikos
Head of Academic PE – Gary Reid
PE and Games – Jenny Anderson
Strength and Conditioning Coach – Max Outram
Sports Coach – Ged Woolley (Rugby and Basketball)
Sports Coach – Blake Elliot (Tennis and Hockey)
Sports Coach – Susanna Burn (Lacrosse and Athletics)
Sports Administrator – Scott Reid

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Loretto Golf Academy

Europe’s Leading Golf Academy

The Loretto Golf Academy, established in 2002 on
our School campus, is at the forefront of schools'
golf, offering pupils an exceptional opportunity to
develop their sporting talent in tandem with a first
-class, all-round education.

The Loretto Golf Academy is widely recognised as the top independent
boarding and day golf school in Europe attracting young golfers from around
the world.

It boasts innovative practice facilities and programmes for both beginners and
advanced golfers. Working closely with Scottish Golf and in partnership with
Championship courses at Craigielaw and Archerfield, the Loretto Golf
Academy ensures that it is at the cutting edge of schools' golf.

Over the years former pupils of Loretto have captained many of the best
known clubs throughout Scotland and the UK. No fewer than seven
Lorettonians have captained The Royal and Ancient Golf Club, St Andrews,
whilst eleven have been captain of the Honourable Company of Edinburgh
Golfers, Muirfield and at least ten have been captains at Prestwick.

We deliver golf to 260 pupils a week, between the ages of 5 to 18, and also run
a number of residential and non-residential Golf Camps throughout the year.

For further information, please contact the Loretto Golf Academy:
t 0131 653 4507 e [email protected]

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Loretto Sport
Department

Loretto School
Linkfield Road, Musselburgh,
East Lothian, Scotland, EH21 7RE
t 0131 653 4444
e [email protected]

w www.lorettosport.com

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