Free football-themed anti-racism resources for schools

Football-themed short films are the latest resources to be added to the No Room for Racism education pack, which will help teachers educate their pupils on discrimination, racism, and inclusivity. These are available for all primary schools in England and Wales for free.

The films, from Premier League Primary Stars, feature Premier League players like Calvin Bassey, Abdoulaye Doucouré, and bobby De Cordova-Reid as they give their own experiences with racism and discrimination. This gives pupils relatable, honest perspectives on racism while also empowering them to challenge discrimination and promote inclusivity.

Dourcouré said: “Education is key. The children have a huge responsibility to change the future. Footballers are role models and idols for young people so when they speak on these topics, the message is stronger.”

These new films are part of a growing curriculum, which has already made an impact in classrooms, with 77 per cent teaching attributing the resources to improving their knowledge of teaching about discrimination to the 500,000 pupils that have already been reached

The No Room for Racism initiative by Premier League Primary Stars aims to empower teachers by equipping them with the right tools and knowledge to be able to confidently navigate student discussions about racism and have meaningful conversations about diversity, respect, and allyship.

Additionally, Premier League Primary Stars also provides training webinars and guidance to ensure teachers feel supported when tackling these essential classroom discussions.

Further No Room for Racism resources include allyship resources, racism lesson packs, and resources on challenging stereotypes.