England Rugby Learning – Upcoming Technology Improvement

England Rugby is introducing a major upgrade to how we support coaches, match officials and volunteers to complete essential training, access resources, and continually refresh their knowledge and skills .

These changes will go live during the 2026/27 season and are designed to make learning simpler, more personalised, and easier to complete- especially on mobile devices.

Feedback directly from the game and our Community Rugby Digital User Groups(opens in a new tab) has shaped this upgrade and the implementation of the new platform.

What is changing?

England Rugby is launching a new platform called England Rugby Learning, which will replace the current course booking processes on the existing Game Management System (GMS) and enable app-based learning. The new England Rugby Learning Platform will provide:

A Better Experience for Volunteers

·      Mobile-first, app based access so learning can be completed anytime, anywhere

·      A modern, intuitive interface with personalised and role specific content recommendations

·      Easier navigation and clearer connection between learning, qualifications and next steps

·      Access to communities where volunteers can share experiences and support each other

Stronger Support for Clubs and the Game

·      Automated tracking of qualifications and compliance

·      Direct integration with GMS, reducing admin and improving data accuracy

·      The ability for clubs, CBs and referee societies to better understand who is active, trained, and ready to support the game

A Sustainable Learning Ecosystem

·      Free essential learning for all volunteers (e.g., Headcase, Safeguarding)

·      New digital resources and subscription options

Why are these changes being made?

We’re upgrading to a new England Rugby Learning platform to make access to training simpler, faster and easier for everyone involved in the game. We have listened to Club & CB Volunteers who want a system that reliably tracks learner progress and minimises workload. The new platform gives coaches, match officials and volunteers a mobile‑friendly, personalised experience that clearly shows what training they need, helps them complete it quickly, and ensures clubs have accurate, up‑to‑date compliance records. This change is about supporting clubs, reducing admin, and giving people the learning and development they need to feel confident in their roles, in their hands, and on their mobile.

How will clubs be supported to implement the new system with their volunteers?

We’ll support clubs every step of the way by providing clear communication, practical resources and hands‑on guidance before, during and after the launch of the new England Rugby Learning platform.

Clubs will receive webinars, user guides, step‑by‑step instructions and local workshops, along with ongoing help from coach developers, match official developers, and club developers.

Our aim is to make the transition smooth, reduce admin for clubs, and ensure every coach, match official and volunteer feels confident using the new system from day one.