Get Set
Get Set is the official education programme of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
On the Get Set London 2012 website you can find out more about programmes, initiatives and opportunities that have been created especially for children and young people.
All of these opportunities are aimed to spark their imagination and enthusiasm for learning, helping them to realise their potential and engage with other young people right across the globe.
Who is this for?
Schools - using the Games in the classroom and wider school activities, helping to make learning more relevant, interesting and fun.
Colleges and universities - there will be special programmes to involve students. Some institutions might provide additional services to support the Games.
Communities and other learning providers - in the UK and around the world will be a part of it.
Why be part of this programme?
Well done to the schools in Northumberland who have already registered and can access the following benefits;
- An opportunity for pupils/students to win tickets for the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games (and be accompanied by a teaching member of staff). See Ticketshare information below.
- An opportunity to use the Olympic and Paralympic Values to support the whole round ethos of your school.
- An opportunity for former Olympic & Paralympic athletes to visit the school and talk to the children about their experiences etc.
- Ability to use a 2012 logo on all School promotions (as per the branding guidance provided).
2012 London Ticket Opportunities
London 2012 Ticketshare is an exciting initiative through which many thousands of young people will receive tickets to the London 2012 Games at no cost.
Up to 100 000 London 2012 Ticketshare tickets will be distributed to children and young people in schools and colleges across the UK through the Get Set (London 2012 education) programme, Get Set. 50,000 of these tickets will go to schools and colleges in London, and 50,000 will go to schools and colleges across the rest of the UK.
How to claim your tickets - make sure you don't miss out!
You must be a member of the Get Set network to get tickets through the London 2012 Ticketshare initiative. The deadline for applications is Friday 16 December 2011.
Further information and support
For more information visit the Get Set London 2012 website and register.
Also, download the "How to join Get Set in 2 simple steps" guide.
