Year 11 students are being given a broader choice of course pathways as part of Spennymoor Town’s successful Academy partnership with New College Durham.
Now heading towards its third season, the link-up has gone from strength to strength, providing talented youngsters with enhanced options to mix education with football.
Interest is now being welcomes from current Year 11 students for the September entry into the hugely popular Football Development Centre at New College Durham.
The programme continues to offer students the opportunity to combine full-time study with regular, structured football training and competitive matches as part of a development environment linked to professional coaching and club pathways.
Having monitored previous years and taken feedback from students and parents, the following courses have been developed to perfectly suit youngsters looking to progress their football alongside further education.
Sport Pathways
Level 2 Diploma: Sports Coaching
A foundation course introducing core practical, coaching and fitness skills, suited for players at the start of their progression.
Level 3 Foundation / Extended Diploma: Sports Coaching & Development
Provides practical skills and knowledge in sport coaching and development with progression opportunities into higher qualification and football programmes.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma: Sport, Fitness & Personal Training
Supports development in fitness, conditioning, and sport performance, with options to progress further into sports degrees or industry roles.
These courses reflect the balance of practical sport skills and academic content that work well with the training and match schedule offered through the Football Development Centre.
Alternative Pathways
Students studying subjects outside sport at New College Durham may also be considered for the Football Development Centre, including:
Engineering (Level 3 Award/Certificate)
Electrical Installation (Level 2)
Carpentry and Joinery (Level 1 and progressing to Level 2)
Motor Vehicle (Level 1 and progressing to Level 2)
Plumbing (Level 1 and progressing to Level 2)
A-Levels
Uniformed Services/Policing programmes
Training and Football Opportunities
Students joining the Football Development Centre will benefit from:
- Regular coached training sessions with qualified staff
- Competitive match days as part of weekly programme
- Access to performance facilities and competitive fixtures
- Supported development across playing, coaching and fitness skills
Registration Details
Students currently in Year 11 who are interested in studying at New College Durham and being part of the Football Development Centre should complete the online registration form below.