Schools Run South London
Take on 13.1 Miles Together!
Schools Run South London is a free physical activity challenge for all schools in Merton, giving children and young people the chance to be part of the excitement and celebration of Run South London.
Starting from November, pupils complete 13.1 miles of activity in the build-up to race day on 14 March 2027.
The Schools Challenge is organised by Merton School Sport Partnership in partnership with Merton Council. Sign up via the Merton School Sport Partnership website.
Sign Up Your SchoolThe Challenge at a Glance
Take On the Challenge
Sign up, and complete 13.1 miles of activity, building towards Run South London in March 2027.
Break Activity Down
Complete 12 one-mile stages and a final 1.1-mile stage. Fit the challenge around lessons and school plans.
Get Everyone Moving
Running is encouraged, but activities can be adapted to suit pupils of different ages and abilities.
Track Your Progress
Download an activity tracker to record your progress and a personalised finisher certificate on competion.
How it Works
Free and open to all Merton schools, including special schools and all year groups, the challenge starts in November and can be completed at a pace that works around school plans.
Schools have until 11 March 2027 to complete the 13 stages, with the option to register for a sports fun day in Mitcham on 10 March to complete the final 1.1 miles together.
TRACK YOUR JOURNEY
Keep pupils motivated with a downloadable progress tracker, available in full colour or line art. Completed the challenge? Download and personalise a certificate of achievement for your school, class or individual pupils. Certificates will be available to download from January. If you complete the challenge beforehand, please get in touch.
More than 13 Miles!
Schools Run South London is about getting the whole community moving. Schools taking part will also have opportunities to get involved in activities building excitement towards Run South London, including:
- Visits from sports personalities and mascots
- Sessions with local sporting groups
- Opportunities to learn how a major event is delivered
- Library workshops creating Run South London decorations
- Other activities for different ages
We'll be celebrating schools and activities from across Merton as the challenge progresses.