The Spain Elite Football Academy offers a unique chance for students to pursue their football dreams while maintaining a strong academic trajectory. Here’s what makes our programme stand out:

• Integrated Excellence: We harmoniously blend football training with academic education, shaping future players without compromising either aspect.

• Focused Development: Our programme prioritises individual growth over match wins. Success is measured by the development and progress of each player, not by statistics.

• Personalised Attention: By limiting the number of players per age group, we ensure each student receives focused attention and support, nurturing their potential fully.

• Proven Outcomes: We have a successful track record with students aged 14-18, including placements in professional football, British universities, and US college scholarships.

• Balanced Timetable: Our bespoke timetable ensures an optimal balance between football and academics, supported by a school renowned for its caring environment and excellent academic results.

• Professional Environment: Our facilities and support systems mirror those found in top football academies, including cutting-edge sports science and performance analysis.

• Supplementary Support: We provide additional training for players already at professional clubs, enhancing their existing routines.

• Individual Focus: Our programme’s hallmark is its dedication to individual player development. We maintain a limited number of places to ensure high-quality, personalised coaching.

• Expert Staff: Our team comprises highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in both Category 1 academies and educational settings.

• Endorsements: We have endorsements from top-level players and coaches who attest to the quality of our programme.

• Parental Engagement: We host termly information evenings to educate parents on supporting their child's development and maintain ongoing relationships with former families.

• Affordability and Infrastructure: Our programme is more affordable than many others and features superior infrastructure to maximize player development.

• Renowned Institution: A prestigious independent co-educational school, offering stunning coastal views and a nurturing environment.

• Academic Excellence: Known for outstanding exam results, the school offers small class sizes, allowing for personalised attention and support.

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• Family Atmosphere: Our boarding facilities provide a home-away-from-home experience with a family-like atmosphere.

• Excellent Facilities: Boarders enjoy well-furnished, spacious rooms and high-quality catering, renowned among students.

• Balanced Approach: We ensure that intensive football training enhances rather than hinders academic progress, offering bespoke timetables to support both education and football.

• Varied Options: The school provides a wide range of UK and US academic options, with tailored support for players at professional clubs to catch up academically if needed.

• Professional Opportunities: Players gain access to top football academies in Spain and have opportunities to visit and compete with leading academies in the UK.

• Bespoke Pathways: We offer a pathway from grassroots to Category 1 academies, including half-termly fixtures to showcase and challenge players.

• Career Opportunities: Our extensive contacts in the football world open various career paths in coaching, scouting, physiotherapy, sports psychology, and more.

• We have a highly qualified and experienced Head of Futures Pathways, whose role is to ensure each player receives the support they need to follow a bespoke pathway. This could be in professional football, US Colleges, British Universities or even vocations in the wider football industry.

State-of-the-Art Training Centre: We train at the best facility featuring:

• Eight 11-a-side pitches

• Three goalkeeping grounds

• Multipurpose pitches

• Strength & conditioning facilities

• Cryotherapy area with pools and sauna

• Medical area, press room, and cafeteria

Additional Facilities: Gym facilities are available both onsite and in the boarding house.

• Innovative Tracking: Our online player hub provides real-time data on player progress. Each player receives an Individual Development Plan (IDP) with termly targets across technical, tactical, psychological, and biopsychosocial areas.

• Partnerships and Testing: We use Playermaker for real-time data, conduct regular fitness tests, and hold termly parent meetings to review progress and set goals.

Comprehensive Training: Players receive 4-6 sessions per week, including:

• IDP focus sessions

• Technical and tactical training

• Strength & conditioning

• Sports psychology sessions

Additional Support: Boarders benefit from extra strength & conditioning sessions and additional on-pitch training.

• Selective Process: We seek players with a similar mindset and goals. Complete the application form, and our admissions team will arrange a tour or online meeting, followed by a trial session or video assessment.

• Scholarships: Scholarships are available for outstanding players based on performance and previous club experience, assessed during the trial selection process.