London 2012 aims to inspire a generation of young people to make a positive change in their lives and communities. This aim was central to London’s successful bid and continues to be at the heart of everything the London 2012 Organising Committee and its partners do. Get Set is the official London 2012 education programme, and is the primary way for schools, colleges and other learning institutions to play their part in the London 2012 Games.  ...more

A new competition aimed at encouraging young people in the South East to collaborate with countries competing in the 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games has been launched.  ...more

The Olympic and Paralympic Games are about more than sport. The vision of the founder of the modern games, Pierre de Courbertin, was to create an international festival of sport, art and education. This idea was based on the original Greek Olympics which celebrated mind, body and spirit. Until 1948, medals were awarded for sculpture, music, literature and art. The role of the arts in the Olympic movement has increasing importance as young people seek to achieve excellence and explore their role in the world through all creative fields.  ...more