Train in England with Spurs Football Development at Uppingham School and enjoy an unforgettable summer! This programme helps teens grow independence, build confidence, develop leadership and teamwork skills, and mature personally, all while mastering football techniques in a fun, professional environment.
Bookings close on the 30th of June
Highlights
- Prestigious UK Boarding School Experience – Hosted at Uppingham School, students live and learn in an authentic British senior boarding environment with outstanding academic, arts and sports facilities
- Elite Football Partnership – Delivered in collaboration with Spurs Football Development, ensuring professional, high-performance training standards
- 30 Hours of Structured Development Weekly – Combination of technical training, strength & conditioning, and workshops
- FA & UEFA-Qualified Coaches – Maximum 1:15 coach-to-player ratio for personalised attention and measurable progress
- Advanced Technical & Tactical Training – Position-specific coaching, match strategies, tactical awareness and professional discipline
- Grow Up & Gain Independence – Living on campus helps teenagers mature, build resilience, confidence, and real-world responsibility
- Excellent Preparation for University Abroad – Stepping stone for students planning to study overseas
- Enhances College Applications – Demonstrates commitment, leadership, international exposure, and high-level sporting engagement
- English Immersion (A2–C2) – Develop fluency in competitive sport communication within a fully international environment
- Complete Cultural Experience – Evening activities, excursions, integration programmes, and safe access to Uppingham town with peers
Overview
Learn English, grow up and master your football skills in England with this outstanding residential programme for students aged 12–18.
Hosted at the prestigious Uppingham School and delivered in partnership with Spurs Football Development, the course blends high-level football training with immersive language learning in an authentic British boarding school environment.
With 30 hours per week of technical coaching, strength and conditioning, and specialist workshops, players develop advanced skills, tactical awareness, resilience and professional training habits. Sessions are led by FA & UEFA-qualified coaches, with small training groups to ensure personalised attention and maximum progress.
Beyond the pitch, students build confidence, independence and lifelong friendships through evening activities and cultural excursions. Suitable for English levels A2 to C2, including native speakers, this is a complete sporting and personal development experience. Transfers from London Heathrow or Gatwick are included, with direct flights available from major GCC cities.
LESSONS
Workshops:
Anatomy & Injury Prevention
English for competitive sport
Match Play Strategies
Nutrition
Personal Responsibility
Resilience
Sport Psychology
Player development within the game environment
Strength & Conditioning:
Understand the principles of athletic training
Develop self-discipline and professional training habits
Enhance physical performance
Increase aerobic and anaerobic capacity
Improve core stability & functional movement
Develop agility, balance and coordination (ABC)
Technical Training:
Develop advanced football skills and techniques including dribbling, ball control, passing, shooting, and 1v1 domination
Practise advanced defensive and attacking tactics
Participate in position-specific training
Enhance tactical game play including play formations, spatial awareness and positioning
Improve communication and teamwork through tactical briefings, team discussions, peer collaboration and match reviews
Apply the rules and ethics of professional football
Training:
Players train in groups in accordance with their age and ability.
Technical training consists of 25 hours of football coaching per week and enables students to develop their technical skills and practise advanced match play strategies.
Stadium / Training Ground visits:
Subject to availability and at the discretion of Tottenham Hotspur, players may be able to visit the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and/or Training Ground.
Mission: Integration!
Sunday evenings icebreaker activities help new students integrate into school life and meet continuing students.
BSS Experience:
Evening entertainment with fun challenges, games and social events to develop personal and social skills, self-confidence, and authenticity.
Cultural Programme:
Saturday and Sunday excursions allow students to visit places of cultural or historical interest or take part in recreational activities with friends.
LOCATION DETAILS
Sports & Leisure Facilities:
Astro turf pitch
Athletics track
Drama theatre
Playing fields
Sports hall
Swimming pool
Tennis courts
Clubhouse:
Social space where students can relax, socialise, and chat in an informal and comfortable setting
Wi-Fi:
Available in some communal areas across the campus
Uppingham Town:
Students are allowed into Uppingham village in small groups during afternoon free time
Join our fixed departure trip where you will travel with a small group of like minded people!
Would you like to experience this trip privately? Inquire on the availability now by filling the below form.
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Available PackagesSundayJuly 4, 2027SaturdayJuly 17, 2027SAR19,99950Available
Inclusions
- • Accommodation
- • All transport, including transfer from and to the airport in London on the days of arrival and departure (please note that if the arrival and departure happen on different days, the transfers are not included and an extra fee will be charged). Please advise us on your flight details to arrange the transfer. Transfers MUST be arranged at least 15 days prior to departure.
- • All players receive a Nike in-line training kit
- • Football training
- • Coaches (all coaches undergo extensive Club training and are FA & UEFA-Qualified and work across both Academy and Player Development Programmes)
- • Teachers and staff
- • Weekend excursions
- • All meals: 3 meals a day (full board)
- • Entry fees during excursions
- • Travel Insurance
Exclusions
- • Flights
- • Visa (if required)
- • Personal belongings insurance
Important Info
Gender group: mixed
LOCATION
Uppingham School:
A prestigious senior boarding school with good academic, arts, and sports facilities situated in the historic county of Rutland in central England. Heathrow: 171km
Uppingham School, 19 High Street West, Oakham, LE15 9QD
Campus:
Whilst sharing this campus with other residential and non-residential groups, students will have dedicated access to many academic, boarding, and leisure facilities. This is a strictly no smoking centre.
Accommodation:
Boys and girls sleep in suitable boarding accommodation on campus. Students share their bedroom with children of the same sex and of a similar age. 1–6 beds per room. Bathrooms are shared.
Meals:
The menu offers a mix of English and international food. Vegetarian and special diets for medical or religious needs are accommodated.
English Level:
Footballers of the future welcomes students with English levels between A2 Elementary to C2 Proficient. This course is also suitable for native speakers.
Fitness:
Footballers require some previous football training. This course is suitable for players who are passionate about football, for those who play in a school team or for their local football club, and for those who compete at town, regional or national level.
All coaches undergo extensive Club training and are FA & UEFA-Qualified and work across both Academy and Player Development Programmes.
Travel insurance:
Mandatory for all travellers and must be taken out within a reasonable time after booking. Not included in the price. Must cover personal accident, death, medical expenses, emergency repatriation (minimum US$200,000), and is strongly recommended to cover cancellation, personal liability, and luggage. Policy number and 24-hour emergency contact must be provided on the first day.
Prices
Price per student is 1999 OMR
Extra week: 999 OMR
Discounts available for siblings, friends and groups. Contact us for more information.
Full payment is required to secure the place.
Cancellations:
Before the 1st of May: 90% refundable, excluding the 0.3% booking fee
After the 1st of May: non-refundable
Extra activities
Extra week: 8999 SAR per student
Extend your stay by one or more extra weeks of fun and study. Maximum extra weeks: 3
Flight info
Flights are not included
You can land in London Heathrow. Transfers will be arranged and are included
Direct non-stop GCC flights to London Heathrow (LHR) include:
- Muscat (MCT), Oman → London Heathrow (LHR), Oman Air
- Doha (DOH), Qatar → London Heathrow (LHR), Qatar Airways & British Airways
- Dubai (DXB), UAE → London Heathrow (LHR), Emirates & British Airways
- Abu Dhabi (AUH), UAE → London Heathrow (LHR), Etihad Airways & British Airways
- Kuwait City (KWI), Kuwait → London Heathrow (LHR), Kuwait Airways & British Airways
- Manama (BAH), Bahrain → London Heathrow (LHR), Gulf Air
- Dammam (DMM), Saudi Arabia → London Heathrow (LHR), Saudia
- Riyadh (RUH), Saudi Arabia → London Heathrow (LHR), Saudia & British Airways
- Jeddah (JED), Saudi Arabia → London Heathrow (LHR), Saudia & British Airways
Visa Info
- No traditional UK visa required for GCC nationals (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE) for short visits up to 6 months
- Must obtain a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling (~£10)
- ETA allows multiple entries over 2 years (or until passport expiry) with up to 6 months stay per visit
- ETA approval is required before travel; airlines will check before boarding
- ETA replaces the older electronic visa waiver (EVW) for Gulf travellers
FAQs
Students aged 12–18 are eligible to enroll.
No. The course welcomes students from A2 Elementary to C2 Proficient levels, including native speakers.
Students should have previous football experience, whether in school teams, local clubs, or regional/national competitions.
All sessions are led by FA & UEFA-qualified coaches from Spurs Football Development, with a maximum 1:15 coach-to-player ratio.
The course offers 30 hours per week, including technical training, strength & conditioning, and workshops.
Yes, English for competitive sport is included in workshops, helping students improve communication and understanding in a football context.
Students stay in same-sex shared boarding rooms on campus, with shared bathrooms and full meal plans accommodating dietary needs.
Yes, transfers from London Heathrow or Gatwick are arranged and included in the course price.
Students enjoy evening social events, cultural excursions, integration activities, and supervised time in Uppingham town.
Absolutely. It fosters independence, leadership, international experience, and personal growth—qualities highly valued by universities and colleges.
The main deadline is 1st May. You can still request availability up to 1st June, but spots may be limited. Please contact us to confirm availability.
It is not possible. All students must be within the published age range on arrival to maintain consistency with course information.
Yes. If you wish to enroll more children, we can offer a discount. Please contact us via email or WhatsApp to receive the best deal.
