Football Academy

• Delivered in partnership with highly qualified staff with extensive industry experience.
• Industry-recognised qualifications: NCFE Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.
• Additional certifications include First Aid, Safeguarding, FA Level 1 & 2 Coaching Certificates, and more.
• UCAS points equivalent to three A Levels, providing progression routes to university, coaching, or employment in the sports industry.
• Weekly timetable combining academic lessons with intensive football training and matchdays.

• Pupils may choose to pursue A Levels at Wychwood School from a wide selection of subjects including English, Maths, PE, Business, Psychology, and many more.
• Alongside academic studies, pupils will receive elite football coaching and participate in academy competitions.
• Boarding opportunities available in Wychwood’s brand-new boarding facility, creating an inclusive and supportive environment for pupils from the UK and abroad.
• This flexible pathway allows pupils to tailor their education while enjoying practical football experience, developing skills on and off the field.

• Compete weekly in the academy league against top talent.
• Showcase abilities in matches that attract scouts and coaches from professional and semi-professional clubs.
• Participate in exciting overseas tours to footballing cities such as Barcelona, Madrid, and Munich.
• Access Josh McEachran’s professional network, gaining insights into the life of a professional footballer and potential career opportunities in the sport.

Wychwood School warmly welcomes both UK-based and international pupils to join our Football Education Academy. Our brand-new boarding facilities offer a comfortable, supportive home-from-home environment, allowing pupils to immerse themselves fully in both their studies and football development.

Our dedicated pastoral team provides 24-hour care to ensure the wellbeing of every pupil, offering guidance, support, and encouragement throughout their time at Wychwood. We understand the unique needs of pupils living away from home and pride ourselves on creating a nurturing community where friendships are formed and futures are built.

Whether you are joining us from within the UK or travelling from abroad, you will benefit from:

• High-quality accommodation in modern boarding houses
• Delicious, nutritious meals cooked fresh on-site every day
• A safe, inclusive environment with staff available around the clock
• Full integration into the vibrant Wychwood community
• Academic and language support tailored to help international pupils thrive

Boarding at Wychwood enables pupils to focus on achieving their goals both in the classroom and on the football pitch, while enjoying all the opportunities that come with living and learning in Oxford.