SayPro Needs Assessment Template

SayPro Monthly January SCSPR-24 Needs Assessment Template

School/Organization Information

1. School Name:
   (Enter the name of your school)
2. School Type:
   • Primary School
   • Elementary School
   • Other: ______________
3. Location (City, Region, Country):
   (Enter your school’s location)
4. Principal/Head of School Name:
   (Enter the name of the school leader)
5. Contact Person for Recreation Programs (if different):
   (Enter the name of the person responsible for recreation programs)
6. Contact Email Address:
   (Enter the email address of the contact person)
7. Contact Phone Number:
   (Enter the contact number of the person responsible)

Current Recreational Programs

8. Does your school currently have a recreational program in place?
   • Yes
   • No
9. What types of recreational activities are currently offered? (Select all that apply)
   • Physical Education (PE) Classes
   • After-School Sports Programs
   • Intramural Sports Leagues
   • Outdoor Play (e.g., playground activities, recess)
   • Arts and Creative Expression (e.g., dance, music, drama)
   • Field Trips/Excursions
   • Other (Please specify): _______________
10. How often are recreational activities offered?

• Daily
• Weekly
• Monthly
• Occasionally
• Not Offered

11. Who organizes or leads the recreational programs?

• Physical Education Teachers
• Classroom Teachers
• External Coaches/Instructors
• Volunteers
• Other (Please specify): _______________

12. How do you measure the success or effectiveness of your recreational programs?

• Student participation rates
• Student feedback
• Teacher or administrator feedback
• Academic performance
• Other (Please specify): _______________

Needs and Challenges

13. What are the primary challenges your school faces in offering recreational activities? (Select all that apply)

• Limited facilities or space
• Lack of equipment or resources
• Insufficient funding
• Lack of qualified staff or instructors
• Low student participation
• Time constraints within the school schedule
• Difficulty integrating recreation into academic routines
• Other (Please specify): _______________

14. What additional resources or support do you need to improve or enhance your recreational programs? (Select all that apply)

• Funding or sponsorship for equipment and programs
• Training for teachers or staff in physical education
• Partnerships with local community organizations
• Access to recreational spaces or venues
• Curriculum or program development materials
• Technology or online resources for virtual programs
• Other (Please specify): _______________

15. What types of recreational programs would you like to offer but are currently unable to? (Select all that apply)

• Expanded PE classes or sports leagues
• Special interest clubs (e.g., dance, drama, coding)
• Community-building events (e.g., fitness challenges, wellness fairs)
• Outdoor education programs
• Other (Please specify): _______________

School and Community Engagement

16. How engaged are parents, caregivers, or the local community in your school’s recreational activities?

• Very Engaged (Regular involvement in activities and events)
• Somewhat Engaged (Occasional participation in programs)
• Not Engaged (Limited or no involvement)

17. Do you have any established partnerships with local organizations or businesses to support recreational programming?

• Yes (Please list the partners: _______________)
• No

18. Would you be interested in collaborating with other schools or community organizations to enhance your recreational programs?

• Yes
• No

19. What types of external partnerships would be most beneficial for your school’s recreational programs? (Select all that apply)

• Sponsorships or donations of equipment
• Local sports or recreation organizations providing coaching or training
• Volunteering programs for staff or students
• Grants or funding opportunities
• Collaborative event planning or programming
• Other (Please specify): _______________

Final Thoughts

20. What specific goals or improvements would you like to achieve with your school’s recreational programming in the next year?
    (Open-ended response)
21. Do you have any additional comments or suggestions about improving recreational activities in your school?
    (Open-ended response)

Submit Your Responses

By completing this Needs Assessment, you are helping us better understand your school’s current recreational programs and areas where support is needed. Your input will guide the development of strategies and resources tailored to the specific needs of your school.

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Notes:

• This template can be made available online through the SayPro website, shared via email, or distributed as a hard copy during the event.
• It should be completed by a person who is familiar with the school’s recreational activities, such as the PE teacher, school administrator, or a relevant staff member.
• The answers to this needs assessment will guide the event planning process and allow for tailored support based on each school’s unique challenges and goals.