Sporting Schools
Sporting Schools is a $200 million Australian Government initiative designed to help schools to increase children’s participation in sport, develop skills, and to connect children with community sport for future participation. Sporting Schools will fund sporting activities, including volleyball in more than 5,700 schools, and provide access to a range of trained community coaches.
Volleyball Australia is excited to be a part of this sporting journey and to be working closely with Australia’s primary and secondary schools, teachers, coaches, and parents to nurture the next generation’s commitment and love of volleyball now, and into the future.
Students engage with Volleyball Australia's Spikezone program, through a series of entry-level skill and game-related coaching sessions for Volleyball or Beach Volleyball, which can be modified to suit various ages, skill level and group size to ensure players have a fun experience while learning the game.
Why choose Volleyball?
- Inclusive of all cultures, abilities, and genders
- Accessible – can be played on any surface (oval, grass, hall, beach), anywhere, anytime
- Gender-inclusive – played by both males and females
- Non-contact sport – reducing injury risk and making it safe for all ages
- Minimal equipment required – making it easy to set up and play
- Adjustable court size and net height – adaptable for different skill levels
- Highly popular in schools – home to the largest high school sporting tournament in the Southern Hemisphere
How to Book a Volleyball Program through the Sporting Schools Online Portal
1. Login 🔑
- For schools wishing to make booking requests for their Sporting Schools program, please visit: Online Schools Portal.
- Access the Sporting Schools Online Portal and log in using your credentials.
2. Make a Booking 🏐
- Click "Make a booking" and select Volleyball as your chosen sport.
3. Choose Package, Dates & Times 📅
- Select the package that best suits your school's needs.
- (Optional) Select equipment add-ons.
- Pick the dates and times that align with your schedule.
4. Submit Booking ✅
- Click "Submit booking" and Volleyball NSW (VNSW) will contact you to confirm and finalise details.
Schools use the system to:
- Search and compare Sporting Schools packages that meet their school's needs;
Send NSOs and coaching providers real-time, electronic notifications of their booking requests; and/or
Nominate for teacher-delivered sports packages
If you would like to enquire further with sporting school program please contact diwa.namchandee@volleyballnsw.com.au.
Get Involved with Volleyball NSW
Volleyball NSW is currently looking for passionate coaches to deliver our Spikezone program across NSW. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in the sports industry, develop coaching skills, and gain experience for future opportunities with Volleyball NSW.
This role is ideal for:
✔️ HSC graduates
✔️ University students
✔️ Casual job seekers
✔️ Anyone passionate about volleyball!
Who Can Apply?
1️⃣ Coaches
- Hold a valid Working With Children Check
- Hold a miniumum valid Technical Membership with VNSW
- 16 years +
📜 Required Accreditation:
Primary Schools: Volleyball Australia Level 1 Coaching Course
Secondary Schools: Volleyball Australia Coaching Course Level > 1 or > 2
📌 If you require a coach-delivered program, please provide at least 7 days' notice.
How to Apply?
To express your interest in coaching positions with Volleyball NSW, please contact:
📧 diwa.namchandee@volleyballnsw.com.au
or
📧 lucas.paulino@volleyballnsw.com.au
2️⃣ Teachers
We are excited to offer NSW teachers our comprehensive Teacher Delivery Program through Sporting Schools. Teachers can access upskilling opportunities through the online material, empowering staff with essential coaching skills. Please see the below inclusions.
Optional Coaching Developmental Courses:
Primary Schools: Volleyball Australia Level 1 Coaching Course
Secondary Schools: Volleyball Australia Coaching Course Level > 1 or > 2
For all Sporting Schools inquiries, please contact Diwa Namchandee at 📧 diwa.namchandee@volleyballnsw.com.au.
3️⃣ Coaching Providers
- Hold a valid ABN or declare ABN exemption
- Confirm adequacy of insurance
- Sign a Sporting Schools Spikezone agreement with Volleyball NSW
- Adopt and adhere to the Spikezone program philosophy and delivery standards
- Sign up for a Sporting Schools account as a Volleyball Provider or Coach in NSW. Click here to sign up.
Note: All coaches under a coaching provider must meet individual volleyball coach registration requirements and sign the coach declaration form. Please send through affiliation documents to lachlan.marsh@volleyballnsw.com.au.
Volleyball NSW Primary School programs are designed to introduce the sport to students, develop fundamental skills and allow participation in modified games and activities in a safe and inclusive environment.
It's important to note that the fees below are recommended by VA for providers when charging schools for their services. By adhering to these recommended fees, we can maintain transparency and standardisation in our pricing approach, ultimately benefiting both providers and schools.
Volleyball Spikezone coaching packages are available to suit individual school's needs.
| Coach Delivered Program (All prices are excluding GST) | |
|---|---|
| Administration Fee | $132.00 |
| 1 coach | $99.00 per session |
| 2 coaches | $154.00 per session |
Note* sessions with 40 participants, MUST have a second coach.
VNSW have established a set of fees for coach-delivered programs, which are designed to ensure consistency and fairness across all programs offered to schools.
Volleyball NSW Secondary School programs allow students to practice advanced skills, develop game awareness and participate in actual games of Volleyball.
It's important to note that the fees below are recommended by VNSW for providers when charging schools for their services. By adhering to these recommended fees, we can maintain transparency and standardisation in our pricing approach, ultimately benefiting both providers and schools.
Volleyball Spikezone coaching packages are available to suit individual school's needs.
| Coach Delivered Program (All prices are excluding GST) |
| Administration fee | $132.00 |
| 1 coach | $137.00 per session |
| 2 coaches | $203.00 per session |
Note* sessions with 40 participants, MUST have a second coach.
VNSW have established a set of fees for coach-delivered programs, which are designed to ensure consistency and fairness across all programs offered to schools.
Volleyball NSW Sporting Schools Organisations can participate in Sporting Schools by registering as an endorsed provider to deliver Sporting Schools programs.
Volleyball NSW will charge the following fees, as a cut, to private providers per program delivered through an invoice. However, please see the above drop-downs regarding what the reccomends fees are for providers to charge primary and secondary schools.
| Provider Delivered Program (All prices are inclusive of GST and admin rate) |
| Primary Schools | $230 flat rate |
| Secondary Schools | $360 flat rate |
*Volleyball NSW charges an administration fee for the delivery of sporting schools to support the operational and ongoing management costs of the Sporting Schools Program, in addition to contributing to the sport's ongoing development state-wide.
*Total amount will not increase if an extra coach is needed.
*A minimum of four sessions of between 45-60 minutes must be delivered to each student (or equivalent 3-4 hours of intensive program delivery for each student where required).
Volleyball NSW offers a range of quality equipment for purchase through our direct suppliers. This includes volleyballs, nets, bags and other essential items.
For recommendations on what equipment would best suit your school and students, please contact our Participation Coordinator - Schools at diwa.namchandee@volleyballnsw.com.au
Volleyball Nets
Free-Standing Net (Primary Schools)
- 6m long
- 1.6 m high (standing)
- 8m (sitting net)
- Carry bag provided
- Approximate weight of 7kgs'
Purchase a Free-Standing Net from the Volleyball Australia online shop. The net is portable and user-friendly, easy to set up, sleek design, and suitable for all ages. It is also suitable for modified volleyball so you can play your way!
Grass Volleyball Nets (Secondary Schools)
- Galvanised poles
- Guy ropes
- Heavy duty steel pegs
- Improved high quality net
- Ski rope boundary line
- Fully zippered Spikezone Bag
- Approximate weight of 8.5kgs
Purchase a Grass Volleyball Net from the Elson Volley online shop. This kit is user friendly, durable and perfect to use for secondary school training sessions, competitions and gala days.
School Volleyballs
V345W FiVB Official School Volleyball
- Suitable for Primary School students
- Level: Beginner/Intermediate
V330W Competition Performance Ball
- Suitable for Secondary School students
- Leve: Intermediate/Advanced
VS170W FiVB Official AVF Spikezone Kids Volleyball
- Suitable for K - 2 Primary School students
- Level: Beginner
Purchase diffferent types of Volleyballs from the Volleyball online shop. The balls are suitable for specific age groups and abilities.
Further requests for equipment can be ordered through Vasportingschools@volleyball.org.au.
Equipment may also be purchased through: https://www.volleyballshop.com.au/ and http://www.avw.net.au/
Application open dates - 2025
Term 1, 2025
8am AEDT Monday 21 October, 2024 - 5pm AEDT Friday 8 November, 2024
Term 2, 2025
8am AEDT Monday 17 February, 2025 - 5pm AEDT Friday 7 March, 2025
Term 3, 2025
8am AEST Monday 12 May, 2025 - 5pm AEST Friday 30 May, 2025
Term 4, 2025
8am AEST Monday 4 August, 2025 - 5pm AEST Friday 22 August, 2025
Grant applications need to be submitted via the new School portal.