In an exciting collaboration this summer, Sybil Elgar School was delighted to partner with UCL Computer Science and MotionInput Games to introduce an innovative PC sports game designed specifically for autistic children. Developed with a child-centred approach, the game aligns with the spirit of the Olympics and Paralympics, offering an inclusive and engaging experience for our students.

On Thursday, 19th September, the first game powered by MotionInput technology, was delivered to the school. Set on the stunning island of Mauritius, "Superhero Sportsday" features various sporting stages where children can interact with the game through movement—no controllers needed! This game exemplifies how technology can be harnessed to create interactive, movement-based experiences, designed with accessibility in mind.
 

We have subsequently installed the game at our Post 16 campus, Woodlands. The installation was super straightforward, and the games will also be offered here to our 16–22-year-old students.

Special thanks also go to HP for their generous donation of a laptop to the school, and to the UCL Computer Science department for donating additional PCs on which the MotionInput games will be played.

We are also deeply thankful to the Worshipful Company of Glovers of London, whose continuous support and charitable donations set us on course to establish this wonderful partnership with UCL.

A huge congratulations to the talented MSc Computer Science students from UCL, who worked tirelessly over just three months to bring this vision to life. We are thrilled to see our students engage with this cutting-edge technology and look forward to the many benefits it will bring to their education and development.

For a first glimpse at Superhero Sportsday, please click the link or visit their website. You can also check out this LinkedIn post by Professor Dean Mohamedally for more updates on the project.