From 2026, the Co-educational Independent Primary Schools Sports Association (CIPSSA) will move into the ACS and be known as ACS Junior Sport.
With the Association of Coeducational Schools proudly delivering interschool sport for St Michael’s and our partner schools across Melbourne since 1998, we are thrilled that Year 5 and 6 students will now join the ACS for their interschool sport competitions as well.
This change brings Year 5 and 6 interschool sport into a single, sustainable association, providing a clear and connected pathway from Primary into Secondary interschool competition.
What this means for our community:
Expanded opportunities – A unified structure allows us to grow our offerings, introduce new activities and pathways, and welcome additional Primary schools into both the Primary and Secondary ACS programs over time.
Streamlined resources and communication – Centralised coordination ensures clear communication, shared resources, and a consistent point of contact for coaches, students and parents.
Clear policies and strong governance – Established ACS policies will guide and support student wellbeing, ensuring a safe, structured and positive sporting environment.
Ongoing evaluation and focused direction – Regular review and a cohesive organisational approach will ensure ACS Junior Sport continues to evolve and meet the needs of our students.
Continuity and collaboration – CIPSSA has a proud history of collaboration among member schools, and ACS is committed to maintaining this spirit of collegiality as we build an even stronger interschool primary sports program.
We look forward to this exciting new era for Primary sport and to working in partnership with our schools to support students’ participation, development, and enjoyment of sport.
To learn more about this exciting shift, read the attached letter from Head of St Michael’s and President of the Association of Coeducational School, Gerard Houlihan.
