Football and Education Pathways

At Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK, we are committed to developing and educating young football players, providing them with the skills and opportunities to excel both on and off the pitch.

Through our strong school, college, and club partnerships, we create structured player pathways, helping aspiring athletes progress in football while gaining an academic education.

With the support of our regional hubs, these pathways extend into post-16 education through our Education and Football Development Programmes, combining high-quality coaching with academic studies to shape the future of young footballers.

Hopwood Hall College

Since 2020, Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK has partnered with Hopwood Hall College in Middleton, Manchester, to support and develop young female footballers.

We work closely with the talented young women enrolled in the Hopwood Hall Football Academy, who are studying for their Diploma in Sport with Football. With a legacy of success, the academy has produced an impressive number of accomplished alumni and secured over 40 trophies to date.
Through this partnership, we are dedicated to nurturing local talent by providing:

  • Expert Coaching to enhance player development
  • Work Experience Opportunities to gain real-world insights into the sports industry
  • Business Workshops to equip students with valuable career skills beyond the pitch

Find out more and enrol on the course for September 2025 here.

Lord Grey Academy

In 2022, Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK partnered with Lord Grey Academy, a leading secondary school and Sixth Form centre, to establish the exclusive PSG Academy UK hub for Buckinghamshire.

This unique partnership offers Sixth Form students the opportunity to join the PSG Academy while studying for their A-levels—the only programme of its kind in the area!

Academy Benefits:

  • Elite Football Training under expert coaches
  • Strength & Conditioning to enhance performance
  • Nutrition & Wellbeing Workshops for holistic development
  • Business Workshops & Individual Mentorship to build future careers

The Academy features both Men’s and Women’s programmes, with a Girls’ Academy launched in 2024 for U12/U13 players. The aim is to create a clear player pathway feeding into the Women’s Academy, ensuring long-term development opportunities.

Additionally, our Player Development Programme, held after school, welcomes both Lord Grey students and local players, helping to grow and nurture talent within the community.

Keep up to date with with sixth form trial dates here 

Moreton School

In 2024, Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK partnered with Moreton School & Sixth Form, part of the Amethyst Trust, to establish the PSG Academy West Midlands—the exclusive regional hub for the area.

This unique programme offers Sixth Form students the opportunity to join PSG Academy while studying any subject of their choice, not just sport. Players train the Parisian way in state-of-the-art facilities, receiving top-tier coaching and development.

Academy Benefits:

  •  Elite Football Training following PSG’s world-class methodology
  •  GPS Tracking Vests & VEO Camera Analysis for performance insights
  •  Strength & Conditioning & Nutrition Plans for peak fitness
  • Business Workshops to prepare for careers in sports & beyond
  • FA Refereeing & Coaching Courses for broader football education
  • Work Experience Opportunities to explore careers beyond the pitch

With a focus on holistic player development, the Academy equips students with the skills, experience, and knowledge to succeed in football and the wider sporting industry.

Apply today! 

Mount St Marys College and Barlborough Hall

Since 2023, Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK has been partnered with Mount St Mary’s College, making it our exclusive hub for South Yorkshire and Derbyshire.

This partnership provides Mount St Mary’s students with access to a unique player development programme, offering:

  • 8 hours of elite coaching per week
  • Participation in the prestigious ISFA Cup

The pathway begins at Barlborough Hall Prep School, where younger students can develop their skills through a dedicated player development programme, ensuring a strong foundation for future success.

Additionally, we offer after-school player development sessions open to young footballers from the local community, providing more opportunities to train the Parisian way.

Cardinal Pole Catholic School

Since early 2024, Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK has partnered with Cardinal Pole School, establishing it as our exclusive hub for East London.

Through this partnership, students at Cardinal Pole gain access to a specialised Player Development Programme, designed to enhance their football skills while receiving mentorship and guidance during training sessions.

Anglo European School

Since 2023, Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK has proudly partnered with Anglo European School, bringing our elite football development to students in Years 7 & 8.

Through this partnership, we offer curricular Player Development Sessions, allowing young players to train the PSG way as part of their school experience. This initiative helps students develop their skills, technique, and understanding of the game while fostering a passion for football within an educational setting.

By integrating high-quality coaching into the school curriculum, we provide a unique pathway for young talent to grow both on and off the pitch.

Brantham Athletic Football Club

Starting in September 2025 Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK is launching an East Anglian Hub in Brantham, Suffolk, building on the strong foundations of Brantham Athletic Football Club to create a new, inclusive development programme open to all.

This partnership will establish both an Academy and an Educational Pathway for players aged 16–18, combining high-level football training with academic studies delivered by VLUK (Virtual Learning UK).

Players will have the opportunity to represent the Academy in college league fixtures and national cup competitions, gaining invaluable experience in competitive environments.

PSG Academy Brantham welcomes players of all abilities and backgrounds, offering access to the world-renowned Paris Saint-Germain brand.  The programme is built around five key pillars: football, education, well-being, health, and social development—ensuring players grow both on and off the pitch.

With over 350 young players already part of Brantham Athletic’s youth system, this new Academy will integrate them into the Paris Saint-Germain Academy UK family, creating one of the top football development programmes in the region.

Enrol now for September 2025 and become part of something extraordinary.

Tredegar School

We have been partnered with Tredegar Comprehensive School in Wales since 2022. Over this time, the school has become a key partner in our efforts to develop a player pathway in Wales.

In partnership with Tredegar Comprehensive School, we’ve established a dynamic Player Development Programme that runs alongside our dedicated Mentorship Programme.

As players move through the pathway, they don’t just develop on the pitch—they grow as leaders. Through structured work experience opportunities, participants are encouraged to coach younger players, gaining valuable skills and insights that prepare them for future roles in sport, coaching, and beyond.

Join the Academy NOW!

If you would like further information on any of our programmes mentioned then contact us here.

If you are a school, college or football club and you would like to know how you could partner with us then please get in touch.