An Ambitious Vision for All

2014–2024

RENFREWSHIRE SPORT

A WAY OF LIFE

Foreword

Our vision for sport has been created by working together with partners from the sporting community and aims to benefit both present and future generations.

Renfrewshire understands the vital contribution that participation in sport makes to improving people’s quality of life. Amidst the challenging economic, environmental and social issues facing us, we recognise that regular participation in sport offers a unique opportunity to enhance the lives of individuals and communities. Sport can improve health and wellbeing, help to create stronger and safer communities, contribute to improving education and benefit the economy - not to mention it can be great fun.

Never before has the profile of sport been higher with so many major sporting events on home soil. These events have captured

people’s imagination and enthusiasm for participating in the world of sport and all the opportunities that it brings.

Renfrewshire Sport – An Ambitious Vision for All clearly outlines the priorities and outcomes that will encourage increased participation in sport as a way of life.

The development of sustainable sporting opportunities, delivered in quality facilities and achieving our aspiration of increased participation in sport will be dependent on continued and improved partnership working.

With your commitment we look forward to seeing more people, more active in more places, more often.

Councillor James HarteConvener of Renfrewshire Council’s Sport, Leisure & Culture Policy Board

Making sport a way of life for all in Renfrewshire

Our vision

We will develop the structures to make Renfrewshire a place where sport is valued and accessible for all.

Renfrewshire will be a place where individuals are encouraged to be more active and are supported to reach their full potential.

Our mission

Partnership Creating connections to make sport happen

Equality Providing opportunities for all by reducing the barriers to participation

AspirationMaking sport a way of life

InnovationConsidering alternative approaches to the development of sport

Excellence Reaching your potential through sport

Operating Principles

RENFREWSHIRE SPORTA WAY OF LIFE

Our Plan for Renfrewshire

RENFREWSHIRE SPORTA WAY OF LIFE

Renfrewshire Sport Partnership Plan

Scottish Government

Sportscotland

15 National Outcomes

Reaching Higher: Building on the success of Sport 21, the national strategy

for sport

Let’s Make Scotland More Active: A strategy for physical activity

Renfrewshire Community Plan

14 priority outcomes which contribute to the Community Plan and Council Plan

School Sport Sport in the Community

FacilitiesHealthy

CommunitiesProfile &

CommunicationsPeople

Partnerships & Planning

Elite Athletes and Performance Sport

Our Priorities

Our Priorities Our Priority Outcomes

1. School Sport1.1 Ensure the links between physical education,

school and club sport are strengthened. 1.2 Develop a clear focus on school sport

and links to community and club sport.

• Achieve two hours or two periods of PE in line with the Scottish Government target.

• Participation in school sport will be increased. • An increased range of sporting opportunities which

lead to competitive school sport.• Networks between schools and sport clubs

are strengthened.

2. Sport in the Community 2.1 Take a strategic overview in the direction

and development of sport.2.2 Build and support the capacity of

Renfrewshire’s network of sports clubs.2.3 Work with partners to support the

development of sport.2.4 Develop strong pathways from participation

to performance.2.5 Create opportunities which encourage more

people to become involved in sport for fun.

• Links between national and local strategic priorities are maximised.

• Strong connections between clubs, local communities, sport specific development groups and Renfrewshire Sports Network are developed.

• Clear leadership for club development that leads to increased capacity.

• The levels of participation in community sports clubs are improved and increased.

• The capacity and sustainability of our community sport hubs is maximised.

• Increased sporting opportunities through the delivery of a vibrant community sport programme.

• Strengthened links with national governing sport bodies.

3. Elite Athletes and Performance Sport3.1 Encourage and support pathways for elite

athletes and performance sport in partnership with national governing bodies and other national partners.

3.2 Support and inspire the growth of talent to the highest level through our community, school and partnership programmes.

3.3 Support national partners to create easier access to career pathways in elite sport.

• Our aspiring and established elite athletes are supported through effective pathways and partnership working.

• Our community and school programmes encourage talent and support the development of elite athletes within Renfrewshire.

• Our national partners are assured of Renfrewshire’s commitment to the growth and development of career pathways in performance and elite sport.

4. Healthy Communities4.1 Encourage and support healthy lifestyles which

contribute to healthy communities. 4.2 Contribute to the improvement of health

and quality of life of Renfrewshire residents. 4.3 Work with other agencies to support the

reduction of health inequalities within Renfrewshire.

• Our communities are more informed and better able to make positive health choices.

• The health and wellbeing of Renfrewshire residents is improved through the participation and enjoyment of sport.

• Health inequalities are minimised and barriers to health choices are reduced.

Our Priorities

Our Priorities Our Priority Outcomes

5. Facilities 5.1 A network of sustainable facilities across

Renfrewshire that is accessible, affordable and fit for purpose.

• A comprehensive approach to the balance of programming and pricing within our facilities.

• Maximised and coordinated access to the school estate.• Effective implementation of the Sports Pitches,

Playing Fields and Pavilion Strategy.• A strategic partnership approach to the investment

and future development of local sport facilities is implemented.

6. People6.1 A clear approach to the development

of coaching, officiating and volunteering in sport.

6.2 Providing our people with the education, skills and knowledge required to deliver high quality sporting experiences.

6.3 Recognise and celebrate the contribution of coaching, officiating and volunteering in sport.

6.4 Motivate and inspire young people to become involved in the delivery and leadership of sport.

6.5 Maximise our modern apprenticeship initiative leading to more opportunities for employment.

• A common approach to the recruitment, retention and deployment of volunteers, coaches and officials is in place.

• A strong volunteer and paid workforce is deployed within our school and community sport programmes.

• Increased involvement in leadership and volunteer opportunities by young people.

• A programme of recognition is delivered through regional and national sporting awards.

• Our commitment to positively impacting on youth unemployment is supported through our vibrant modern apprenticeship programme.

7. Profile & Communications7.1 Raise the profile of sport in Renfrewshire.7.2 Inform Renfrewshire residents on the progress

of Renfrewshire Sports Strategy.7.3 Promote and host local, regional and national

sporting events with all key partners.7.4 Recognise and promote the benefits

of sport as a way of life.

• Priorities and successes of the sport strategy are communicated to partners and communities.

• The promotion of sporting activity programmes and initiatives are maximised by the use of all possible media outlets.

• Partnerships with local and national stakeholders are supported to deliver sporting events.

8. Partnerships & Planning8.1 Link the benefits of sport to the priority

outcomes of the Community Plan and the Single Outcome Agreement.

8.2 Clearly position the sport strategy within the Community Planning Partnership and demonstrate the contribution towards corporate priorities.

8.3 Collate and utilise information and evidence to monitor performance, inform decision making and prioritise resources.

• Strategic approaches are in place for the development of local, regional and national partnerships with key stakeholders.

• The Renfrewshire Sport Strategy Steering Group has a clear agenda to monitor the implementation and impact of the strategy.

• Processes which ensure a strategic partnership approach to the planning and monitoring of our outcomes are developed.

Renfrewshire Community Plan 2013 - 2023

Children and Young People Sport Strategy Priorities

Outcome 1 Our children and young people have the best start in life are ready to learn, supported to achieve and are ambitious throughout and beyond their school lives.

1.1, 1.2, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 6.2

Outcome 2 Our children and young people live in a safe secure, stable and nurturing environment at home and in the community – where their rights are respected, they feel free from poverty and neglect and supported to be resilient and to thrive.

2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1

Outcome 3 Our children and young people feel confident and responsible – able to participate fully in learning and in their wider community and take part in opportunities which meet their needs, interest and aspirations

1.1, 1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 6.4

Outcome 4 Our children and young people have good physical, emotional and mental health and wellbeing

1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 6.4

Jobs and the Economy Sport Strategy Priorities

Outcome 1 Renfrewshire will be one of the best locations in Scotland to invest, in terms of its people, business and local communities

3.1,3.2, 3.3, 5.1, 6.5

Outcome 2 Renfrewshire will have a growing local economy creating employment for a well trained, qualified and motivated workforce – where unemployment is reduced and employment opportunities are growing

6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5

Outcome 3 Renfrewshire will be the best connected local economy in Scotland, internationally, nationally & regionally.

5.1, 7.3

Outcome 4 Renfrewshire will have attractive environments and successful town centres created through successful area regeneration that contributes positively to local economic growth.

7.1, 7.3, 8.2

Our contribution to Renfrewshire

Community Care, Health and Wellbeing Sport Strategy Priorities

Outcome 1 Our residents will have an increase life expectancy regardless of the community they live in

1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 6.2, 6.4

Outcome 2 Our residents will be valued and respected irrespective of age, physical disability or other needs

5.1, 6.2

Outcome 3 Our residents will only use alcohol safely and appropriately 7.4, 8.1, 8.2Outcome 4 Our residents will have improved positive healthy behaviours;

eat healthier, be physically active, only use drugs as prescribed; and avoid or stop smoking

6.4, 7.1, 7.2, 8.2

Outcome 5 Our residents will enjoy good mental health 2.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.4, 6.5

Outcome 6 Our residents will get involved in activities and improve the health and wellbeing of their community.

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3

Outcome 7 Our residents will be supported to live independently as long as possible in their own homes and communities

8.2

Safer and Stronger Renfrewshire Sport Strategy Priorities

Outcome 1 Renfrewshire is known as a place where people living, working or visiting feel safe and secure

5.1, 6.5, 7.3

Outcome 2 Our communities live their lives safe from violence and antisocial behaviour and have a responsible approach to accessing and using alcohol

7.4, 8.2,

Outcome 3 All members of the community, in particular our most vulnerable children, young people and adults, live in a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where they are respected and free from abuse or neglect

2.2, 2.5, 6.1, 6.2, 8.2

Outcome 4 Renfrewshire citizens are positive, support equality and value diversity to achieve fairness for all within our communities

4.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 8.1, 8.2

Greener Renfrewshire Sport Strategy Priorities

Outcome 1 Carbon Reduction 5.1Outcome 2 Housing Stock ImprovementOutcome 3 Waste ReductionOutcome 4 Sustainable use of land 5.1

Forum for Empowering Communities Sport Strategy Priorities

Outcome 1 Our communities will be confident, fully engaged with and regularly consulted by public services

7.1, 7.2, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3

Outcome 2 Have the capacity and resources to lead projects and be involved in service delivery

1.2, 2.2, 2.2, 2.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5

Outcome 3 Have the capacity, enthusiasm and ‘right to try’ the management of local assets

5.1, 8.2

Outcome 4 Value and promote equality and diversity and the role of charitable and voluntary work

3.1, 3.2, 4.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2

The achievement of our vision will require a strong commitment by the people of Renfrewshire.

Our strategy clearly outlines an ambitious vision for participation in sport. It is driven by partners, through a strategy steering group, that takes account of local and national priorities.

Our priorities and outcomes are challenging, aspirational and reflect the commitment to change that partners aim to achieve.

An implementation plan will be developed with clear objectives as to how the outcomes will be achieved.

Contact for further information

Sports Services Renfrewshire CouncilTel: 0141 889 1110

Email: els@renfrewshire.gov.uk

Our Strategy Summary