Football is an important and highly valued part of sporting life at Antrim Primary School. It provides our pupils with exciting opportunities to develop their skills, build confidence, form friendships and experience the pride of representing their school.

We are proud to have both Boys' and Girls' Football Teams, with pupils from Primary 4 to Primary 7 having opportunities to participate. Throughout the season, our teams compete against other local primary schools through the Antrim and Newtownabbey Primary Schools' Football Association (ANPSFA), taking part in league fixtures, tournaments and competitions from January to June.

While we are proud of our sporting achievements, football at Antrim Primary School is about much more than results. Through training sessions, competitive fixtures and participation opportunities, pupils develop teamwork, resilience, determination and respect. We encourage every player to demonstrate commitment, support their teammates and approach every match with a positive attitude and a strong sense of fair play.

Developing Football Across the School

At Antrim Primary School, we are committed to making football accessible, enjoyable and rewarding for pupils of all abilities. We recognise the importance of providing opportunities for children to develop their skills, discover new interests and build confidence, whether they are taking their first steps in football or already enjoy playing competitively.

Alongside our school teams, we work closely with external organisations to enhance the football experiences available to our pupils. Our partnerships with the Irish Football Association (IFA), PlaySport and Football Fun Factory provide valuable opportunities for specialist coaching, curriculum PE sessions, after-school activities and football development programmes.

These experiences allow pupils to develop their technical ability, improve their understanding of the game and enjoy being physically active in a positive and supportive environment. Above all, we want every child to experience the enjoyment of football and develop a lasting enthusiasm for sport.

Celebrating Success

We are incredibly proud of the dedication, enthusiasm and achievements of our football teams. Over the years, our pupils have enjoyed many memorable experiences and successes, representing Antrim Primary School with pride at local, county and Northern Ireland level.

The 2025–2026 season was particularly memorable for our Boys' Football Team, who enjoyed an outstanding year and secured three major titles:

• ANPSFA League Champions

• County Antrim Invitational Champions

• Northern Ireland InterCity Futsal Champions

These achievements reflect the hard work, commitment and teamwork demonstrated by our players throughout the season. They are also a wonderful recognition of the dedication shown during training sessions and competitive fixtures.

While winning trophies is always a special occasion, we believe that the true value of school football lies in the experiences, friendships and personal development it provides. We are equally proud of every pupil who puts on an Antrim Primary School football shirt, gives their best and represents our school with respect, determination and excellent sportsmanship.