We are thrilled to announce that our long-standing partnership with the Jack Petchey Foundation is now entering its 14th year—and the programme is officially open for applications! 

Since its inception, this partnership has introduced table tennis to more than 100,000 young people across London and Essex, providing countless opportunities for schools and youth clubs.  

For the 2024 academic year, we are excited to work with schools and youth clubs throughout London and Essex to deliver the five key strands of the programme: 

• Jack Petchey Table Donation Scheme 

• Jack Petchey London and Essex Schools Competitions 

• Jack Petchey Development Schools Competitions 

• Girls’ Programme 

• Teachers/Leaders course 

Below is an overview of the projects for this year: 

Table Donation Scheme 

The Table Donation Scheme is open to all state secondary schools and youth clubs that are part of the Jack Petchey Foundation Achievement Award Scheme in London and Essex. To submit your Expression of Interest for the table donation scheme and further information, please click below.   

Schools Competitions 

The annual London & Essex Schools Competitions give young people the opportunity to compete at the local, area and national levels, starting with qualifiers and progressing to the Area Finals. To sign up your players for the qualifiers, and learn more, please click below.

Development Schools Competitions 

New this year, we are introducing a Development Competition for beginner schools or those new to the sport. Further details will be shared soon. If your school would like to get involved, please contact [email protected] to express your interest. 

Girls’ Programme 

Our Girls’ Programme is designed to boost participation and encourage competition among girls in London and Essex. For more information on this exciting initiative, click below for more information.

Teachers/Leaders Course 

This year, we are also launching a Teachers/Leaders Course aimed at supporting the activation of table tennis in schools and youth clubs. More information will be provided in due course. To express an interest, contact [email protected].

We are excited to continue our work with the Jack Petchey Foundation, empowering young people through the sport of table tennis. Don’t miss out on these fantastic opportunities—get involved today and make a lasting impact in your school or youth club! 

To submit your Expression of Interest for the table donation scheme click here or for any further queries, contact us at [email protected].