Staying at a school

Staying at a school during Partille World Cup is a fun and social experience. It’s a great opportunity to meet new handball friends from all over the world. Sharing space with many teams is part of what makes Partille World Cup special – but it also means we all need to show respect and take responsibility.

We would like to take this opportunity to describe clearly and honestly what it is like to stay at a school.

The school building

Each school houses about 10–40 teams. Many schools have a schoolyard, sometimes with a small football pitch. Schools outside the city centre often have larger outdoor areas.

Teams sleep either in classrooms prepared for one team, or in larger halls (like sports halls) shared with other teams from the same club. The size of your room depends on the number of people your team registered by 15 April.

All teams share common spaces such as hallways, lounge areas, toilets, and showers.

Changing rooms and showers

Showers are shared by all teams and are usually located in a separate building near the school gym.

There are changing rooms for boys and girls, but not separate ones for adults.

Each changing room usually has four or five showers. Some have curtains or doors for privacy, but not all.

Because players may feel curious or uneasy, we recommend that an adult joins the team when showering. Teams should go to the showers in groups.

Toilets

The toilets are cleaned in the morning, evening and during the day. Soap, toilet paper, and hand paper are provided. Please don’t throw hand paper into the toilet, as this can cause blockages.

School cafeteria

In Sweden school children eats a warm cooked meal for lunch every day. Thanks to support from local municipalities, we can serve healthy, warm meals at the schools. Meals are served buffet-style. Avoid taking too much food the first time, it’s better to go back for more if you’re still hungry than to throw away half of it. After eating, clean your table and put your dishes in the dish area. Everyone helps to keep the cafeteria clean and pleasant. Read more about eating in a school cafeteria here.

Special food

If you have an allergy and need special food, this must be ordered in advance via Partille Cup Account. The deadline for ordering special food is 15 May. Read more about special food here.

Nut-free zone

All schools in Sweden are nut-free. It is forbidden to bring products containing nuts, such as Nutella, Snickers or similar into the school or cafeteria.

Your dormitory

You’ll sleep in a classroom prepared for accommodation. School desks and materials will still be there, please don’t touch or damage anything. Students and teachers trust you to take care of their space.

Desks should be placed along one wall, never in front of windows or doors. There must be a clear path from the mattresses to the exit. Keep your bag above your head against the wall to save space and meet fire safety rules.

Players and team leaders share the same room. There are no separate rooms for leaders. You’re responsible for keeping your room clean, taking out the trash, and avoiding any damage during your stay.

Each person should use a mattress no wider than 75 cm. Wider mattresses take too much space, and teams may be asked to share them. Teams traveling far can rent mattresses from Partille World Cup for an additional cost.

Some larger clubs sleep in gym halls. These rooms offer more space but can be noisier since several teams share them.

There isn’t a lot of space in the rooms, so it takes some organization and teamwork to make it work smoothly.

Waste sorting

In Sweden, waste sorting and recycling are required by law. Please sort your waste into food waste, bottles/cans, cardboard, and plastic. The school hosts will help and show you how it works.

Deposit

Before arrival, your team must pay a deposit through your Partille Cup Account. The deposit will be refunded after the tournament if there are no issues at check-out. This includes returning keys, avoiding damage to the school or sleeping room, and not leaving air mattresses behind.

To avoid thefts and break-ins

Never leave your room unlocked or unattended. The last person out must always lock the door, even if you’re just going into the hallway. Make sure doors and windows are closed and locked when leaving. Keep valuables with you.

If you see someone who doesn’t belong at the school, ask who they are and inform the school hosts.

The school hosts

Each school has hosts who are there for your safety and support. They are volunteers who want to meet you and be part of the world’s largest youth handball tournament.

Team leaders are always responsible for their players, but by following these guidelines, everyone can enjoy a fun, safe, and memorable week at Partille World Cup.