european school sport fedration

The European Home of School Sport

european school sport fedration

The European Home of School Sport

Who we are?

The European School Sport Federation (ESSF) brings together national school sport federations across the continent with a unified purpose: to provide young athletes with opportunities to grow, compete, and connect through sport. Through European Championships and educational initiatives, we inspire fair play, respect, inclusion, and friendship — shaping a new generation of young Europeans.

What we stand for

ESSF builds stronger communities through sport.

Promoting
school sport

We organize championships and programs that inspire athletic excellence.

Fostering inclusion
and fair play

Every athlete deserves respect, opportunity, and a voice in competition.

Supporting national federations

Strong partnerships strengthen the entire European school sport movement.

Coordination

Building networks across Europe

ESSF works with national associations to align standards and opportunities.

Championships

Organizing international school sport events

Our annual championships bring young athletes together to compete with honor.

Impact

The scope of European school sport

ESSF reaches thousands of young athletes across the continent every year.

29

Member countries

4000+

Young athletes participating

11+

Championships organized

Latest ESSF News

  • ESSF President Visits Republic of Srpska to Celebrate 23 Years of School Sport
  • European School Sport Day 2025!
  • Digital School Sport Day
  • ESSF Hosts Partners of the TEAM-EU-UA Project

Stay In Touch

For questions, partnerships, or project-related inquiries, feel free to contact us. We look forward to connecting and working together to support school sport at the European level.