International Academy Players

Our international programme welcomes players from around the world to live, study and train at Abbotsholme. Set within our 140-acre campus, pupils benefit from excellent boarding facilities, a supportive community and a clear football and education pathway - combining elite training with a distinctive British education.

A dedicated admissions team supports every stage of the journey, making the process straightforward and well-managed from application through to arrival.

“The admissions process felt genuinely personal from the start. The Admissions team were always available to answer questions and guide us through each step, and even after joining, that support hasn’t stopped. We’ve felt looked after throughout.” 

• CAS support, visa guidance and clearance.
• A simple three-stage recruitment process.
• A range of boarding provisions, including Flexi, Full and Boarding Plus.
• Outstanding pastoral care within a close-knit boarding community.
• A unique Sixth Form boarding village designed to support independence and prepare students for life beyond school.
• Access to GCSEs, A Levels and BTEC pathways, with a broad subject range and small class sizes that enable a more personalised approach to learning.