NxtGen: Harrows Darts in Education – A New Way to Learn!

When it comes to keeping students motivated and engaged, traditional classroom methods don’t always hit the bullseye. That’s where NxtGen: Harrows Darts in Education steps in – a unique programme designed to use darts as an educational tool, bringing fun, focus, and fresh energy into learning.

Darts isn’t just a game – it’s a powerful way to build skills that apply far beyond the oche (the throwing line). Playing darts in the classroom helps students to:

• Develop numeracy: Every throw involves quick calculations, subtraction, and multiplication.

• Boost concentration: Staying focused on the board requires patience and mental clarity.

• Encourage teamwork: Darts can be played individually or in teams, making it inclusive and social.

• Improve hand-eye coordination: Physical activity links directly to cognitive growth.

NxtGen provides schools with dartboard setups and teaching resources designed for classroom use. Teachers can integrate darts into lessons in creative ways, including:

• Maths through play: Students practice arithmetic through scoring, creating an exciting alternative to worksheets.

• Problem-solving challenges: Setting target scores or “checkout” puzzles builds strategic thinking.

• Confidence-building: Success at the board boosts self-esteem, especially for students who may struggle in traditional academic settings.

One of the most exciting opportunities with NxtGen is its potential impact in specialist and inclusive schools, such as schools for deaf students. The visual and interactive nature of darts makes maths accessible, engaging, and fun, while the competitive element keeps learners motivated.

Schools interested in the programme can register their interest directly with Harrows. Once onboard, schools receive all the equipment and guidance needed to launch their NxtGen sessions, making it easy for teachers to get started.

👉 To learn more or register your school, visit: Harrows NxtGen

NxtGen is more than just darts in the classroom – it’s a new way of learning, building essential life skills, and showing that education can be as fun as hitting a bullseye.