A Balanced Approach to Physical Education
From the early years through to graduation, students at St. Andrew’s benefit from a comprehensive physical education curriculum that promotes movement, skill development, and an understanding of fitness and well-being. Our program incorporates:
- Fundamental motor skills for younger students, building agility, coordination, and strength.
- Sports-specific training for older students, refining technical skills and strategic play.
- Personal fitness programs that encourage lifelong healthy habits.
Competitive Athletics: Pursuing Excellence
For students with a passion for competitive sports, St. Andrew’s offers an extensive interscholastic athletics program, competing in both local and international tournaments. We are proud members of the Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools (BAISS) and participate in championships across a variety of disciplines.
Our competitive sports teams include:
- Swimming – Training in our state-of-the-art pool, with opportunities to compete in national and regional competitions.
- Soccer – Boys’ and girls’ teams competing and succeeding at all levels.
- Basketball – A strong tradition of excellence in local competitions.
- Track & Field – A dynamic program which has produced Olympian athletes.
- Baseball & Softball – Boys & Girls teams compete in inter-schol competition on our superb range of on-campus pitches.
- Volleyball – Developing technical skills and teamwork through competitive play and inter-school competition.
- Golf – Personalized coaching opportunities on our in-house golf facility to help athletes refine their game.
With experienced coaches guiding our student-athletes, we foster a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and personal growth, helping students push their limits while embracing the values of fair play.
Recreational & Enrichment Activities
In addition to competitive sports, we offer a wide range of recreational activities to ensure every student finds something they enjoy. From pickleball and ultimate frisbee to water polo and and gymnastics, our program caters to all interests and skill levels.
Facilities that Inspire Performance
Our top-tier athletic facilities provide students with the best possible environment to train and compete. These include:
- Multi-sport fields for soccer, softball, baseball and athletics.
- A state of the art swimming pool.
- Basketball courts in both our Primary and Secondary schools
- A ‘short-game’ golf facility
- An astroturf soccer pitch in Primary school
Developing Character Through Sport
At St. Andrew’s, we believe that sports teach life lessons beyond the game. Our student-athletes learn resilience, perseverance, teamwork, and leadership—qualities that prepare them for success in university, careers, and life beyond school.
Through our Activity & Athletics program, we nurture a lifelong love for movement, competition, and personal well-being, ensuring that every student graduates with the skills and mindset to stay active and engaged in their future endeavors.
