With over 20+ years of experience in sport we approach learning differently by embedding the key skills from sports into all we live and breathe. Sport Centred Learning is what makes us different, and the culture we have built is based around the physical and mental benefits of sport; creating a strong foundation to provide a lifelong learning pathway.
“SCL has worked with Pro Direct Academy for over 8 years. During that time, we have seen huge student success both educational and within football. The partnership has ensured that students receive high quality football coaching and opportunities to maximise their potential in football. At the same time within their academic studies the same focus and drive is achieved maximising a student’s employment and further study opportunities.”
Heart of England Training has been delivering training for over fifty years: we offer a carefully constructed portfolio of apprenticeships and education for young people programmes across the school, business, salon and sport sectors. Being flexible to the needs of learners and employers is one of our core values as an organisation. We strive to offer a training provision that is tailored to an individual’s specific needs, delivering a blend of knowledge and action that results in competent members of society and thriving businesses.
“HOET have worked closely with Pro Direct Academy for over 7 years. Our learners love the added value that being part of a Pro Direct Academy offers, and Chris and the team are knowledgeable in the sector and professional to work with”.
Our vision is inspiring ambitious futures, it reflects our commitment to helping every single learner to aspire to reach their highest potential. We are a college where aspirations and ambitions are ignited, barriers are removed, and success is nurtured. We want all our learners who study with us, no matter what their starting point to aspire to aim high and progress onto further learning, training and employment.
Our mission statement is Transforming lives through education, skills & training.
“Gower College Swansea has partnered with Pro:Direct Academy to establish the only Pro:Direct Football Academy in Wales. This collaboration offers students the opportunity to train full-time with UEFA and FA Licensed coaches, alongside their academic studies. The program includes weekly fixtures, professional-level fitness programs, and recovery sessions, helping young athletes enhance both their football and academic careers.”
Students enrolled in the programme can pursue qualifications in a range sport based subjects while receiving professional football training. This collaboration is designed to help students balance their passion for football with their educational aspirations, equipping them with the skills needed for both career success and personal development. The partnership also opens doors to potential career pathways in sport, fitness, and beyond, offering real-world experience through work placements and expert coaching, making it an excellent opportunity for young aspiring athletes.
“Juniper Training and Pro Direct Academy have formed a dynamic partnership aimed at providing young people with unique opportunities to develop both their academic and football skills. Juniper Training, known for its expertise in delivering high-quality education and apprenticeships, complements Pro Direct Academy’s strong focus on elite football training. Together, they offer a comprehensive programme that combines education, employability skills, and sports coaching.”
We are the largest college in Shropshire with the widest choice of courses available for school leavers to study. We also offer a huge range of other courses, including Apprenticeships, degree level, Distance Learning, free numeracy and literacy courses, vocational diplomas and part-time professional development and hobby courses.
“The collaboration between Shrewsbury Colleges Group and Pro:Direct Academy offers our students an exceptional opportunity to learn in a college setting while benefiting from an excellent football programme. The unique experiences and exclusive event access provided by Pro:Direct Academy are unparalleled, inspiring our students to pursue their dreams in football and the wider sports industry.”
Impington International College is the UK’s top non-selective provider of the International Baccalaureate (Sunday Times Parent Power 2021), and has been offering a world class education to its students for over 30 years. What has allowed Impington International College to stand the test of time is its impactful study options, focusing on the development of the whole student, its wide range of extra-curricular activities and its emphasis on outstanding pastoral care.
“Impington International College in Cambridge partnered with ProDirect Academy this year and our student footballers have been blown away by the unique opportunities Chris and the team at ProDirect have made available to them. The Partnership offers our male and female players the opportunity to combine full time study, 6hrs of training per week and a comprehensive weekly games programme all delivered by UEFA qualified coaches.”
As a leading national sports training provider that delivers further and higher education programmes, our objective is to provide tangible exit routes for learners desiring a future career in sport across a variety of pathways. These include futures within coaching, sport science, media, events, teaching, and esports. All while training and developing as athletes across their chosen sport provision.Our programmes are designed for learners to use their passion for sport to develop transferable skills that can also lead to careers within the public services sector and many other industries.
“Partnering with Pro:Direct Academy provides elite football students with opportunities to trial for regional and national select squads that compete against professional academies throughout the year, which can open the door to scouts and club trials. Students who perform on and off the pitch academically are also rewarded with the opportunities to win tickets for selected Premier League fixtures throughout the season.”
St Mary’s College is a Catholic Secondary School and Sixth Form situated in the city of Hull. The school is judged to be ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and received the Sunday Times Comprehensive School of the Year award and World Class School status in 2024. Our welcoming, supportive, and inclusive sixth form achieves outcomes which are consistently in the top 10% nationally, and we are proud of our focus on academic excellence and exceptional personal development. The SM6 Academies of Sport promote a sports offer which the CEO of Sport England described as a ‘national role model’ and Ofsted as ‘as good as it gets’.
Limited spots available! Enroll today and secure your place in our elite football academy.
