Boys' Football Academy
Take your football further while building your future.
Develop your potential on and off the pitch
Turn your passion for football into an opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable qualifications and take the next step towards your ambitions.
Launched in September 2026, Farnham College's Boys' Football Academy, delivered in partnership with Aldershot Town Football Club, combines high-level football coaching with a choice of academic and vocational qualifications.
At Farnham College, we believe you shouldn't have to choose between your education and your passion for football. You'll benefit from a full training and match schedule, specialist coaching from Aldershot Town FC, and high-quality teaching, careers guidance and personal support at the college.
This full-time football and education programme is designed to help you develop as both a player and an individual, building the technical ability, tactical understanding, confidence and resilience needed to succeed in football and beyond.
What can you expect?
As a member of the Boys' Football Academy, you'll benefit from:
Professional football development
Structured training with Aldershot Town FC that mirrors a professional environment, focusing on technical skills, tactical awareness, physical conditioning and individual performance.
Education alongside football
Study at Farnham College while developing your footballing ability through regular training sessions.
A choice of qualifications
Explore A Levels or a sports pathway suited to your interests, strengths and career ambitions.
A supportive college environment
Access dedicated teaching staff, pastoral support, careers guidance and opportunities for personal development.
Player progression opportunities
Develop within Aldershot Town FC's established academy structure, with opportunities to work towards higher levels of competitive football.
Skills for your future
Build communication, teamwork, leadership, discipline and resilience that will support you in whatever career you choose.
Your education, your future
Your education is just as important as your football development. As an academy student, you'll be enrolled at Farnham College, where you'll have access to a range of study pathways designed to support your future ambitions.
Vocational Sport pathway
Our Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport gives you the chance to develop practical and theoretical knowledge of the industry. Topics may include:
- Sports psychology
- Anatomy and physiology
- Fitness training
- Coaching
- Performance analysis
- Nutrition
- Leadership
This pathway can support progression into higher education and careers including sports coaching, sports science, performance analysis and the wider sports industry.
Alternatively, you could start with our NCFE Sport Coaching Level 2 Diploma, building the coaching skills and confidence to inspire players and help them reach their potential.
You'll also have access to educational support, including additional GCSE English and maths provision where required.
A Level pathway
If you're looking to pursue academic qualifications alongside your football training, our A Level pathway lets you choose from a suite of core subjects aligned with your interests and future career goals.
Your studies and training will be structured to help you balance academic achievement with football development.
This pathway can support progression into higher education and a wide range of future careers.
Experience life at Farnham College
You'll be part of the wider Farnham College community, enjoying the same facilities, support and opportunities as other students.
Our campus provides a welcoming environment where you can develop your independence, meet new people and prepare for your next steps. With experienced teaching staff, careers guidance and dedicated student support services, you'll have the encouragement and resources to succeed both academically and personally.
Your own academy hub
Academy players have access to a dedicated academy hub, providing a base for meetings, analysis, academy activities and downtime between lessons and training.
Why Aldershot Town Football Club?
Aldershot Town FC has an established academy programme focused on developing talented young players through structured coaching, competitive football and individual support.
Through this partnership, you'll have the opportunity to develop within a professional football club environment while continuing your education at Farnham College.
- Technical development
- Tactical understanding
- Physical preparation
- Personal growth
Where could the academy take you?
The academy is designed to open doors. By combining your studies with high-level football development, you'll gain qualifications, experiences and transferable skills that can help you take your next step with confidence.
- Professional or non-league football
- University
- Coaching
- Sports science
- Another industry entirely
How selection works
Applications and expressions of interest for the Boys' Football Academy are subject to Aldershot Town FC's academy admissions and selection process.
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Register your interest
Let Aldershot Town FC know you'd like to be considered for the academy.
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Academy selection
Selection for the academy is managed by Aldershot Town FC through its own admissions and selection process.
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Study at Farnham College
As an academy student, you'll be enrolled at Farnham College on your chosen study pathway.
Ready to take the next step?
Register your interest in the Aldershot Town FC Boys' Academy in partnership with Activate Learning.
Looking for the girls' programme? Our Girls' Football Academy with Aldershot Town FC launches in September 2027.
Explore the Girls' Football Academy