Develop your football abilities through intensive coaching, competitive matches and individual player development at FCV International Football Academy in England.
Our residential Elite Football Programme is designed for aspiring footballers aged 15–23 who want to focus on improving their game in a dedicated academy environment.
With flexible stays ranging from two weeks to a full season, players benefit from UEFA-qualified coaching, regular training, competitive fixtures and access to our facilities at Grace Dieu Manor Park in Leicestershire.
Whether you’re looking to develop your skills during a shorter stay or commit to a full season of football, FCV provides the training, support and experience to help you progress.
Our Elite Football Programme delivers over 20 hours of structured football training each week, with sessions designed to challenge players and improve their overall performance.
Led by experienced UEFA-qualified coaches, training covers technical skills, tactical understanding, positional awareness and decision-making, helping players develop the qualities needed to compete at a higher level.
Alongside pitch-based sessions, players benefit from strength and conditioning work, individual coaching feedback and opportunities to assess their progress throughout the programme.
Competitive fixtures against external opposition provide the opportunity to put these skills into practice, experience different playing styles and develop confidence in match situations.
Our Elite Football Programme is designed to help ambitious players work towards the next stage of their football careers.
Through established connections within the game, players who demonstrate the required ability and potential may have opportunities to showcase their talent to professional clubs and scouts.
Selected academy players may also have the opportunity to progress into FCV Grace Dieu, our senior men’s team competing within the English football pyramid.
Discover more about player progression, professional opportunities and former player achievements on our Football Pathways page.
Our residential programme provides everything players need to make the most of their time in England, combining football development with comfortable accommodation, daily meals and access to our dedicated academy facilities.
Our residential setting allows players to enjoy the full academy experience, with their accommodation, training facilities and daily activities conveniently located on one campus.
Players travelling to England from overseas may need a visa to participate in the Elite Football Programme, depending on their nationality, circumstances and length of stay.
As visa requirements vary, we recommend checking the latest UK entry requirements before making travel arrangements.
Our admissions team can provide information about the programme and supporting documentation where appropriate, helping players and families understand the next steps.
For further guidance, visit our Visa Information page.
Our Elite Football Programme is designed for players aged 15–23 who want to develop their football abilities in a structured academy environment.
The programme offers flexible durations, from two weeks to a full season. This allows players to choose a stay that suits their availability and football development goals.
Yes. Players stay at our residential campus at Grace Dieu Manor Park in Leicestershire, with twin bedrooms, private bathrooms and three meals provided each day.
The programme is designed for ambitious footballers looking to improve their abilities. Players do not need to have a professional contract, although suitability for the programme will be discussed during the admissions process.
Yes. Competitive fixtures form part of the academy’s football programme, giving players opportunities to gain match experience against external opposition. Participation will depend on the fixture schedule and individual circumstances.
Players benefit from coaching, competitive experience and potential opportunities for exposure to professional clubs. However, trials, contracts and progression into professional football are not guaranteed.
You can learn more on our Football Pathways page.
The Elite Football Programme focuses on football development. Players looking to combine football training with academic qualifications should explore our separate Football with Education programmes.
Complete the enquiry form on this page and our admissions team will contact you to discuss your football background, preferred programme duration and the next steps towards joining.
