Our Impact

At Sport for Confidence, impact is at the heart of everything we do. Our work is grounded in evidence, shaped by collaboration, and driven by a commitment to improving lives through meaningful activity.

Making a Measurable Difference

Our programmes are continuously evaluated to ensure they are effective, inclusive, and responsive to real-world needs. From independent research to in-depth evaluations, our approach combines lived experience with academic insight.

Here you’ll find the growing body of evidence behind our work — including key evaluations, research partnerships, and recognised outcomes.

It also highlights the awards and sector recognition we have received, alongside our contributions to wider conversations through publications and white papers.

Together, these insights demonstrate not just what we do, but the difference it makes.

Evaluations & Impact

Sport for Confidence’s Learning Arena demonstrates measurable impact across workforce and wider system

Independent evaluation by the University of Essex has demonstrated how Sport for Confidence’s Learning…

October 21, 2026
Two people cycling in an outdoor setting. The cyclist in front is riding an adaptive bicycle.

Breaking Down Barriers to Inclusive Cycling

As we celebrate Cycle September, it’s the perfect opportunity to shine a spotlight on…

September 18, 2026
A Sport for Confidence occupational therapist high fiving a participant while another participant looks on, holding a basketball.

From Sickness to Prevention : A Realist Informed Review of the Sport for Confidence Community Health Service

We’re delighted to celebrate and share a realist-informed review of the Sport for Confidence…

September 14, 2026
A Sport for Confidence occupational therapist looks on as a participant throws a basketball towards a hoop.

The Role of Occupational Therapy in Leisure and Sport

The following case study, written by Sport for Confidence Occupational Therapist and Co-Lead for…

August 24, 2026
A group of women standing facing the camera in a GP surgery, including doctors, nurses and GP reception staff and a Sport for Confidence occupational therapist in the middle of them holding up a certificate.

Sport for Confidence supports Tile House Surgery to become region’s first Learning Disability Friendly GP Practice

The Tile House Surgery in Brentwood has become the first GP practice in  Mid…

August 13, 2026
Two people playing table tennis in a leisure centre sports hall.

We’re All Entitled to Move – What a day with Sport for Confidence taught me about occupational therapy, belonging and the power of participation.

“Occupational therapy could be hiding in a game of table tennis.” If someone had…

August 5, 2026

Recent Awards

Sport for Confidence Volunteer Nominated for Essex Hero Award!

John Clark, one of our amazing volunteers here at Sport for Confidence, has been…

October 28, 2026

Sport for Confidence Volunteer Nominated for Essex Hero Award!

John Clark, one of our amazing Sport for Confidence volunteers has been shortlisted for…

October 28, 2026
Two attendees posing with an award at the Occupational Therapy Excellence Awards

Sport for Confidence Announced Winners at Occupational Therapy Excellence Awards

Sport For Confidence Receives Top Honour at Occupational Therapy Awards Sport for Confidence CIC…

July 8, 2024

HOW WE HELP

Our Impact

Physical activity is not the outcome – it’s the tool. We use it to prevent illness, improve health, build social capital and enable people to do what matters in their lives.

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More cost effective at generating wellbeing than the average NHS intervention
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Social return of investment for every £1 spent

Reduced need on statutory services

MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT

Be Part of the Change

If you’d like to share your insight, influence our work or get involved, we’d love to hear from you.