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Premier League stars inspire inclusive learning with new anti-racism resources
Premier League has launched new No Room For Racism education resources, featuring top players offering advice to school children on tackling racism, promoting inclusion, and becoming active allies.
Available free to all primary schools in England and Wales through the Premier League Primary Stars programme, these resources are part of the Premier League’s ongoing commitment to support education, tackle discrimination, and promote equality.
The new resources – centred on Racism and Inclusion, Allyship, and Challenging Stereotypes – feature insights from players such as Abdoulaye Doucouré (Everton), Calvin Bassey (Fulham), and Bobby De Cordova-Reid (Leicester City), who share their own experiences of discrimination and advice on how to respond to and stand up against racism.
“Education is key. The children have a huge responsibility to change the future,” said Doucouré.
“Footballers are role models and idols for young people so when they speak on these topics, the message is stronger.”
Former and current players such as Demi Stokes, Rebecca Welch, Chloe Morgan, and Jorginho also appear across the resources, offering unique perspectives on allyship and equality, reinforcing football’s power to bring people together and inspire change.
Why this matters
Conversations about racism can be difficult for teachers to navigate. These new resources are designed to equip educators with the confidence and tools to have meaningful, age-appropriate conversations about race, identity, respect, and inclusion. By drawing on football’s unifying appeal, real-life role models, and expertly designed lessons, teachers can foster inclusive classroom environments where every pupil feels valued.
Premier League Primary Stars collaborates with education experts to provide webinars and guidance, supporting over 19,000 schools and engaging more than 1.3 million children annually.
Recent impact:
· 77% of teachers improved their knowledge of teaching about discrimination (2024 survey)
· 73% gained confidence in discussing racism
· Over three-fifths observed improved pupil behaviour after using PLPS content
New No Room For Racism education resources:
· Racism & Inclusion Lesson Pack
Explores race, ethnicity, and cultural identity. Pupils develop confidence in challenging discrimination through thoughtful activities and discussions.
· Allyship Resource
Guides pupils in recognising discrimination and becoming active allies, promoting empathy, support, and fairness.
· Challenging Stereotypes Resource
Helps pupils explore what stereotypes are, why they are harmful, and how to challenge them. Featuring footballers’ perspectives, it encourages reflection and critical thinking. (Developed with support from BBC Own It)
· Youth Voices – No Room For Racism
Encourages children to share their own ideas and experiences around racial equality, amplifying youth perspectives in the classroom.
· Jamie Johnson – No Room For Racism
A BBC film-based resource following a young footballer navigating racism and allyship, encouraging real-life reflection.
With curriculum links to PSHE (England) and Health and Well-being (Wales), these resources are flexible for use in lessons, assemblies, or wider school initiatives.
All No Room For Racism resources are available for free at: plprimarystars.com