Dear Parents, Guardians and Students,
The FOBISIA Friendly Games are competitions encompassing both individual activities and team sports. They have a long-standing reputation for being the most popular events in the FOBISIA calendar and offer students a fantastic opportunity to compete at the highest levels. At the same time, they provide an opportunity for our students to form global friendships with peers from across the region.
This academic year’s Under 11 FOBISIA Games will take place at Pattana Sports Resort, Thailand, from 13th to 17th May 2026. The Games are a multi-sport competition for boys and girls in Years 5 and 6. Students attending will compete in swimming, athletics (track and field), football and T-ball.
A team of 20 boys and 20 girls will be selected to represent DBIS at this prestigious event. Selected students will be required to attend training sessions leading up to the competition. A fee will be payable for the trip which includes the costs of flights, accommodation, food and participation.
DBIS Sports Website – 2025 Primary Games Highlight Video
Estimated Costs:
Cost per child: HK$8,000 per student
Deposit: HK$4,000 on or before 2nd February 2026
Balance payment: HK$4,000 on or before 20th March 2026
Selection Criteria
The selection of students will be based on various criteria to ensure that we have the best representatives for our school.
- Students who display excellent behaviour and engagement in school and their communities will be considered for selection.
- Academic achievement in Physical Education will also play a significant role, with a focus on students who have performed above expected levels in PE lessons.
- Performance in team sports such as football and T-ball and in individual sports such as athletics and swimming will be taken into account. Additionally, performances in school sports competitions, sports days and Primary swim meets/trials will be considered when selecting students for the team.
Additional Opportunities
In the run-up to selection, we will also be putting on additional competitions and assessments, allowing all students to be involved in more sports. All students within Years 5 and 6 will be involved in T-ball and football competitions and will be assessed in multiple track and field (athletics) events. This will take place within extended PE lessons during the three weeks after the Christmas break.
T-ball Competition – Monday 5th January
Year 5 – 8.30am – 10am
Year 6 – 10.30am – 12pm
Football Competition – Monday 12th January
Year 5 – 8.30am – 10am
Year 6 – 10.30am – 12pm
Athletics Competition – Monday 19th January
Year 5 – 8.30am – 10am
Year 6 – 10.30am – 12pm
Students will be recorded in the following events: 60m sprint, 800m run, shot put and standing long jump.
Additional Swimming Assessment (only students who would like to be considered)
Wednesday 7th January, 3.20pm – 5.00pm (DBIS pool)
Students must wear a DBIS swimsuit, swimming cap and goggles for the trial.
Students will be recorded in the following events: 25m freestyle, 25m backstroke, 25m breaststroke, 25m butterfly (optional) and 100m individual medley (optional).
If your son or daughter would like to register their interest in being considered for the team, please complete this Jotform – Primary FOBISIA Sign Up before 8am on Friday 12th December. Students will only be considered if they attend all four activity assessments. If a student is unable to participate due to injury, a doctor’s note will be needed, and they will be assessed on their previous results.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions: [email protected]
Kind regards,
Emily Hull
Director of Sport