Pupils and staff at Kings Lynn Academy have celebrated the official opening of their new Sports Suite today (Monday 11th October). 

As a result of investment by Eastern Multi-Academy Trust, of which the school is part of, the academy sports hall changing rooms have been refurbished and a new PE classroom has been created.  In addition, a new state of the art gym has been added - fully kitted out with running machines, static bikes, rowing machines and a number of weight machines.  Both students and staff are able to access the gym facilities outside of school hours, once an induction has taken place. 

To mark the opening, a plaque was unveiled by James Wild MP. 

            

CEO of Eastern Multi-Academy Trust, Mr Paul Shanks said: 

“Our investment in upgrading the sports facilities at KLA has transformed the learning environment for the students and their teachers.  Being able to support healthier lifestyles for all of our school community in outstanding facilities is an added benefit we are pleased that we can offer.  These buildings will provide modern, fit-for-purpose facilities for pupils for many years to come.” 

Alan Fletcher, Principal of KLA, said: 

“As a school, we feel particularly fortunate to have great new sports facilities which our students and staff can all access.  The new gym, in particular, has proven very popular with our students!” 

James Wild MP, who officially opened the sports suite on 11th October in front of staff, Students and Trustees said: 

“I was delighted to open the new Sports Suite and to see the excellent modern gym facilities that Eastern Multi-Academy Trust has invested in for the pupils and staff of KLA, including allowing them to be used after the school day.” 

“As a keen runner, I understand how important engaging pupils in sport is in encouraging them to continue to lead healthy active lifestyles once they leave education.”