Felixstowe International College in association with Ipswich Town Football Foundation are proud to offer an academic + professional football training experience in Felixstowe. This programme combines the best academic experience and excellent football coaching.
Our fantastic location, close to several local football clubs (especially Ipswich Town FC and Norwich) gives our students access to world-class facilities and playing opportunities. With access to world-class sports facilities including several 4th Generation astro-turf and five-a-side pitches. This affords our students who wish to play professional football a great platform to connect and be mentored by highly experienced sports professionals.
In Association With Ipswich Town Foundation
Professional coaching and matches are provided by the Ipswich Town Football Foundation and led by their highly qualified coaches for players of all abilities.
Life in Felixstowe
Felixstowe is a delightful seaside town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. It is well located, on the east coast of England, just over an hour’s train journey from our vibrant and amazing capital London, or Cambridge, centre of so much learning and innovation.
Set between a modern container port on the River Orwell and the quieter River Deben, Felixstowe can boast 5 miles of varied coastline, with seaside walks, pier, traditional tourist attractions and nature reserves.
The relaxed and friendly town has many sports clubs, including football, cricket, golf, running, swimming and sailing, as well as churches, theatre, local shops, museum, town-wide celebrations, and many other activities, with more amenities nearby in the larger town of Ipswich.
About Ipswich Town Football Club
Ipswich Town Football Club is an English professional football club based in Ipswich, Suffolk. Nicknamed “The Blues” or “Tractor Boys,” the club competes in the Premier League. They play their home matches at Portman Road, which has a capacity of just under 30,000.
History and Legacy
Founded as an amateur club in 1878 and turning professional in 1936, Ipswich Town has a proud history of domestic and European success.
League Champions
The club won the top tier of English football (the First Division) in the 1961–62 season under Alf Ramsey, remaining the only team since the 19th century to win the top tier at the first attempt.
FA Cup
They won the FA Cup in 1978 against Arsenal under the legendary Bobby Robson.
European Glory
Ipswich captured the UEFA Cup in 1981 and boasts an impressive record of never losing a home match in UEFA competitions.
Study. Train. Compete.
The Programme Includes:
↘ Full-board residential accommodation
↘ A ‘levels, International Foundation and University Prep courses for about 20-25 hours’ tuition per week
↘ 5, 10 or 15 hours’ football training per week
↘ Full afternoon and evening activity programme
↘ Regular excursions
↘ Visits to watch professional football games across the UK
↘ Airport transfers
Football training per week 6 hours plus Wednesdays and Saturdays training and UK wide league matches.
Weekly Training Timetable
Monday
Squad Training
Tuesday
Squad Training
Wednesday
UK wide league matches
Thursday
Squad Training
Friday
Off
Saturday
Fixtures
Sunday
Off
Tuition hours 9-5pm, supervised evening prep Monday to Friday timetabled to complement full commitment to the Football foundation programme.
Football Academy Fee
£6,500
(inclusive of VAT)
Football KIT, transportation to all fixtures and training sessions (UK wide), annual celebration Gala.
How to Apply
01
Complete the registration form
02
Send in the form, student’s current school reports, & application fee
03
Interview: face to face or telephone
04
Acceptance letter — CAS visa process begins
Want to Learn More?
Read the full Football Academy Prospectus for the complete programme details, weekly timetable, fees and how to apply.
Maybush House, Maybush Lane, Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 7NA · registrar@ficedu.org · +44 (0)1394 282388
