Manchester United Summer Camp in Bradfield College

One of the greatest football clubs in the world, Manchester United invites students to football schools. It's a unique international environment where young people from more than 60 countries around the world are engaged in sport and communicate with each other. In addition to the Bradfield College, the camp is also organized in the territory of one of the prestigious private Rugby School.

The language course in England takes two weeks. During this time, students will improve the quality of their knowledge of English, get skills of professional football from the best coaches, make new interesting acquaintances, become healthier, stronger, more communicative and confident.

As the head coach of the club Sir Alex Fergusson says, the Manchester United football club is famous for its rich history and established traditions. The goal of the club is active, attacking football, so coaches tend to pay special attention to young prospective players.

Book the course from April to May, and you will receive unique bonuses:

• Tickets for the match between Manchester United and some of opposing teams. 
• The price of the course includes: the full price of the trip, ensuring the safety of special personnel.

How children live in our schools?

Students of football schools Manchester United are divided by age groups, each has its own International Youth Camp.

Junior Camp

Boys  stay in the school from 8 - 11 years old. They are under supervision of:

• Manchester United trainers;
• English teachers;
• A group of educators who are ready to help the student at any time of the day.

A team of physiotherapists is also working in the younger camp to monitor students' health.

The main goal is learning how to play football plus speaking English in an intensive program. At the same time, children are under control 24 hours a day.

Senior Camp

It accepts more independent children from 12 to 14 years. However, they are under constant control of coaches, educators, English teachers and physiotherapists. If necessary, comprehensive assistance will be provided to the child at any time.

The program for older children includes improving skills of playing football with coaches on a football field. In addition, interactive seminars are conducted, which examine technical aspects of the game.

Communication occurs only in English, both on and out of the field, an intensive course that allows children to quickly improve their level of knowledge.

Youth camp

Students from 15 to 17 years old are accepted. For the youth there are also permanent staff groups: football coaches, English teachers, educators and physiotherapists. Young people are under supervision around the clock, assistance can be provided at any time.

Staying in a youth camp includes:

• coaching under the guidance of a football coach;
• detailed workshops with studying complex aspects of the game, including psychology, preparation for the game, development of personal qualities.

After training, the coaching staff organizes special presentations of famous matches and students can study features of playing techniques.

Communication is conducted in English, which is very useful for young people to improve their knowledge.

What else is included in the program of Manchester United School?

• 13 nights in full board, including three meals a day and additional "snacks";
• football training for 40 hours;
• English lessons for 25 hours;
• modern training equipment;
• 2 Manchester United branded sets, including windbreaker, shorts, T-shirt and socks;

Principles of coaching work

• The goal is the development and improvement of attacking, active strategy game.
• Creating an atmosphere of fun and communicating with the team.
• All coaches are qualified for UEFA.
• Perfection of the game is achieved by special game scenarios and training on a reduced field.

Improve your English or start forgetting it

Everyone knows that the lack of language practice leads to a loss of knowledge. Our principle is to stimulate conversation skills on excursions, through communicating with guides, teachers, on debates and conversations in a camp with peers.

What are the school principles? 

• Absolute immersion in English throughout the day in class, training and in free communication with staff and peers.
• Individual approach to each student. All children have their own personality, and the school staff tries to coordinate the child's needs and the style of teaching as it gives better results.
• Separation into age groups. It is well known that the perception of educational information in children under 12 and older is significantly different. Therefore, we distribute students according to age groups, and the presentation of the material corresponds to age characteristics.
• Fluent conversational English. Our goal is to teach your child to communicate freely with students, teachers, coaches, in real life. The starting point is lessons in the classrooms that inspire the child to become immersed into communication. In schools, children from all over the world study, and your child will absorb elements of most of the world's cultures, learn about life in other countries. United by a common love for football, children are in a continuous process of useful communication. We are reviewing our training courses annually, keeping an eye on their relevance and richness.
• Training based on real situations. The cross-cutting theme of the course is the general love of students for football and interest in Manchester club in particular. In our program - a fascinating and useful material based on real life situations is used.
• Examples of Manchester United. Obviously, the first team of Manchester United is the best example for students. The first team consists of 15 players from different countries, so studying English became a top priority for many members. Understand coach's instructions during the game and training sessions, to act as a single cohesive team is really important. Therefore, all classes are conducted in English.
• Orientation to a specific result. Teachers set a goal to obtain a certain result in each lesson. Level of achievement is defined for each class. This level is constantly monitored, analyzed and compared to others during the school year.

The school takes into account uniqueness of each student. This approach is used by all school teachers. At the end of the course, each child receives recommendations, and after the completion of the camp shift - his own report on the work done.

• Operator: CMT Learning Ltd, a London-based company specializing in residential sports and English language camps for young people,
• Venue: Bradfield College in Berkshire,
• Current brand: Nike Sports Camps in partnership with Chelsea FC.

Previously known as the Manchester United Soccer Schools program, the camp continues at the same Bradfield College campus and combines football development with English language learning for international students. CMT Learning has delivered summer camp programs since 2009 and is the UK's largest provider of residential sports camps, welcoming families from over 100 nationalities each year.

The English Language Program offers 13 hours of English instruction per week. It is designed by an experienced Director of Studies and taught by qualified tutors following a sports-focused syllabus based on CLIL, or Content and Language Integrated Learning.

Class structure

Each afternoon, students take part in two English sessions with a short break between them. The first session introduces new language, including key vocabulary, functional expressions, and sports-related terminology. In the second session, students apply what they have learned through practical, interactive tasks such as role-plays, debates, and team activities.

Curriculum focus areas

• Functional language for real-life sports situations, including post-match interviews, discussions of tactics, and contract negotiations,
• Sports-focused and general English vocabulary,
• Practical communication through speaking, listening, and responding in realistic situations,
• Collaborative activities that reflect teamwork in sports settings,
• Debates and role-plays that develop critical thinking and expressive language skills.

Small class sizes provide personalized guidance. At the end of the program, each student receives a detailed feedback report outlining progress and next steps.

Football + English program

This option combines up to 24 hours per week of football coaching with English language lessons. It is intended for international students who want to develop their football skills and English proficiency.

Total Football program

This option combines up to 24 hours per week of football coaching with up to eight hours per week of additional football workshops. The workshops cover nutrition, teamwork, goal-setting, match analysis, and the mindset of a professional footballer. Both options include the same amount of on-pitch coaching.

Other sports camps at Bradfield College

• Basketball for boys and girls aged 10 to 17,
• Tennis for boys and girls aged 10 to 17,
• Dance for boys and girls aged 10 to 17,
• Golf for boys and girls aged 10 to 17.

• The organization is accredited by the British Accreditation Council,
• The camp has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 246 independent reviews,
• The camp's values framework is known as DREAMS: Drive, Resilience, Empower, Adapt, Mentor, and Success,
• The camp maintains a 1:6 staff-to-player ratio for welfare and safeguarding.

Accommodation is in boarding houses around the main Bradfield College buildings. Campers stay in a mix of single and shared bedrooms. Most bathroom facilities are shared. Rooms are allocated based on sport, age, gender and room share requests.

Catering includes three full meals a day and an evening snack, with nutritionally balanced options designed for young athletes. Vegetarian options are available at every meal, and most dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior notice. Welfare staff monitor players throughout the day to ensure adequate eating and hydration, with water readily available at all sports sessions.

Subject list: Art, design, drama, geography, history, Information Technology, music, photography, physics, Religious studies, sports science
Activity list: football

Excursions and activities

• Talent ID Day at the Chelsea FC Training Center in Cobham, where players compare their performance with current Chelsea FC Academy players and experience elite facilities,
• A tour of Stamford Bridge, Chelsea FC's home stadium,
• London sightseeing or a theme park excursion for two-week camps,
• Evening activities and access to the players' lounge,
• An individual coaching review and certificate at the end of the program.

Staff and welfare

The camp employs qualified personnel selected and trained to maintain high standards of child welfare and safeguarding. Each venue is overseen by an experienced Camp Director who leads the welfare team.

Staff qualifications:

• Football coaching is delivered by Chelsea FC's Football Development team,
• Qualified English language tutors have experience with sports-focused curricula,
• On-site medical staff include nurses and physiotherapists, with a doctor on call,
• A dedicated welfare team provides 24/7 support.

Advantages

• Five-star medical care is available at the camp,
• One-on-one Pro Experience sessions are available with Chelsea FC coaches,
• Travel insurance is included.

Bradfield College is a private school in Berkshire with extensive sports facilities. It is located in the countryside near Reading, approximately one hour west of central London.

Sports facilities

• Grass football pitches and artificial-turf pitches,
• Six outdoor hard tennis courts and six outdoor clay courts,
• Three indoor Plexipave acrylic tennis courts in an LTA-approved tennis center,
• Two full-sized indoor basketball courts,
• A nine-hole golf course and an indoor Golf Performance Studio with Trackman 4 technology,
• A hybrid artificial-turf hockey pitch,
• A 25-meter, six-lane swimming pool,
• An indoor sports center with a gym and strength and conditioning suite.

Campus amenities

• A dining hall in the main school building,
• Modern classrooms,
• Extensive grounds and sports pitches,
• An exclusive Nike and Chelsea FC training kit for each camper.

Airport transfers

An airport transfer service is available between Bradfield College and the following airports:

• London Heathrow (LHR), 32 miles or 52 km from Bradfield College,
• London Gatwick (LGW), 61 miles or 98 km from Bradfield College.

Arrival transfers are available for flights landing between 08:00 and 16:00 on Mondays. Departure transfers are available for flights leaving between 11:00 and 18:00 on Sundays. Parents can also drop off or collect children at the airports on the camp's start and end dates.

An Unaccompanied Minor Transfer Service is available for younger children who require supervised escort between the aircraft and the camp transfer vehicle.

Camp duration

Camps run for one week, with six nights, or two weeks, with 13 nights. The summer season runs from late June to mid-August.

Nearest rail links

• Reading station, 8 miles or 13 km away,
• Theale station, 3 miles or 5 km away.

Additional fees

• Flights,
• Visa services and fees,
• Airport transfers.

The Development Football Camp at Bradfield College accepts boys aged 10 to 13. Players of all abilities are welcome. On arrival, coaches assess players and group them by age and ability so that sessions are appropriately challenging.

The Football + English program accepts students at all English levels, from beginner (A1) to advanced near-native speakers (C2), following the Common European Framework. Each student is assessed before arrival and placed in a class that matches their level.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision