For schools, colleges and educators
Esports gives young people more than a game. It builds teamwork, communication and resilience, and opens doors to careers in digital, media, events and technology.
Our annual conference
Scotland’s national gathering for educators, local authority leads and the wider sector. Free to attend for teachers, lecturers and youth workers.
UWS Paisley. 53 delegates. “What is Esports?” with Qualifications Scotland and the Scottish Games Network.
New College Lanarkshire, Motherwell. 50 delegates, parliamentary keynotes and safeguarding workshops.
100+ delegates across two conferences, from colleges, universities, schools, councils and industry.
Case studies from schools, colleges, councils and youth work that you can take back and use.
Your feedback informs qualifications, resources and support for esports in education.
100% of core sector leads came back year on year. Free for teachers, lecturers and youth workers.
Clare Adamson MSP, Motherwell & Wishaw
71% of delegates come from education, local authority, policy or government, alongside FE and HE leaders, teachers, qualification leads, youth work and the third sector.
Qualifications
Esports qualifications in Scotland are awarded by Qualifications Scotland (formerly SQA). Schools, colleges and training providers can offer the NPA Esports, and colleges can go on to the HNC and HND Esports. For course details, availability and how to become an approved centre, go to Qualifications Scotland.
More than a game
Teamwork, communication, decision-making under pressure.
Leadership, planning and setting the tone for sportsmanship.
Reviewing matches, spotting patterns, giving useful feedback.
Public speaking, storytelling and live commentary.
Streaming, cameras, audio and running a live show.
Highlights, graphics and social posts for your team.
For educators
Tell us which roles your students want to try, or ask about qualifications.
