Our groundbreaking partnership with Manchester City Football Club, one of the finest football clubs in the world, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of our Elite Football Programme. Since its inception, the football programme at Rossall has established itself as a uniquely powerful force in the world of independent school sports. Success in national competitions here in the UK has been complemented by fantastic outcomes in terms of professional contracts and university destinations. This exclusive collaboration between Rossall and Manchester City Football Club (Premier League, European and World Champions) has arisen from our common goal of ensuring that young people have access to a world class education whilst continuing their development as athletes.
Our programme is ideally suited for students who are looking to blend the best of British academic excellence with world-class football coaching and opportunities. The Elite Football Programme is quite unlike any other on offer in the UK. Students benefit from unparalleled football development, guided by Manchester City’s UEFA qualified coaches in a holistic environment that dovetails seamlessly with academic learning. This ensures a truly distinctive educational experience for aspiring footballers from around the world.
To date, the achievements of our young footballers have been truly outstanding. Numerous professional contracts have been signed and a significant number of students have won 100% scholarships to the United States which is enabling them to pursue their sporting dreams at top universities. Others have progressed to the very finest universities within the UK and overseas. The programme provides pupils with the opportunity to study at a leading independent school within the UK whilst being immersed in the world of a Premier League football team and club.
We are thrilled to partner with Manchester City Football Club, who share our commitment to lifelong learning both on and off the pitch and achieving the best possible outcomes for all of those whom we educate together.
It is this combination of rigour and challenge, on the field and in the classroom, that sets Rossall School’s Elite Football Programme apart.
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Peter is one of the most respected directors of sport within the sector and comes to Rossall with a wealth of experience. His major sport in football and he has oversight of all aspects of the sporting provision here within School. Peter is committed to supporting the stars of tomorrow through access to world class coaching and a holistic approach to athletic development. However, he also places great emphasis on promoting an inclusive culture within which young people are inspired to develop a lifelong love of sports.
Bailey, holding a coaching license since 2016 (UEFA B), brings experience in both playing and coaching across a diverse range of footballing environments, from grassroots initiatives to elite professional clubs. While working for Manchester City, Bailey has gained experience in a variety of areas.
He has coached at City Football Academy with international teams, individual players on Performance & Development courses and providing participants with an insight into how City players train to reach their best possible performance levels. He has also supported international programs in Australia, Japan, United Arab Emirates and USA
Tom holds a degree in Football Coaching and Talent Development, he gained his qualifications in 2017. During his time at Manchester City, he has gained invaluable experience across a variety of roles, both domestically in the UK and internationally, embracing diverse football education programs. Tom enjoys coaching both individuals and teams to reach their potential.
He’s confident at creating, teaching, and overseeing age-appropriate coaching plans. His experience includes key roles in football development programs, showing his dedication to helping players of all ages and abilities.
“My journey in football began with a strong foundation in the English academy system. After experiencing two significant injuries, I shifted my focus to coaching grassroots football and established a successful coaching business, offering professional one-to-one and small-group training sessions to young footballers of all ages and abilities on the Fylde Coast.
I started working at Fleetwood Town FC as a coach in the Pre-Academy and International Football Academy, eventually progressing to a full-time role as International Programs Coach in partnership with Rossall School. Since joining the school, we have won numerous national and regional competitions and have become one of the most prestigious independent football schools in England.”
