Summer Schools
Football Summer School
Train with Queen’s Park Rangers and explore the science of football on an unforgettable summer in London.
Key Details
- Ages: 12-16
- Location: Dulwich College, London
- Start dates: 12 July, 26 July & 9 August 2027
- English level: B1+ (intermediate or above)
- Duration: 2 weeks
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Think about the beautiful game like a pro
Take your passion for football to the next level
Ever wondered what it takes to succeed in professional football? The QPR Pro Football Experience at Dulwich College gives students aged 12–16 the chance to explore the science, psychology, and teamwork behind sporting success, while developing their English.
Delivered in partnership with Queens Park Rangers FC, this football summer school combines classroom learning with football coaching, practical challenges, and opportunities to experience life behind the scenes at a professional club.
Discover how elite athletes prepare. Explore the psychology of winning. Put your teamwork and leadership skills to the test. You’ll develop your English through your passion for football, while enjoying an action-packed summer in London.
Discover more about the QPR Pro Football Experience and book your place today.
Our football summer school is delivered in partnership with Queens Park Rangers FC, a professional football club in London.
Our Football Summer School
The QPR Pro Football Experience is a two-week football summer school in London for students aged 12–16, delivered in partnership with Queens Park Rangers FC.
During the programme, you will:
– Learn from sports science how training, fitness, and recovery affect performance
– Learn how motivation, concentration, and mental resilience help athletes succeed
– Develop your leadership and teamwork through coaching and practical challenges
– Go behind the scenes at QPR and explore what it takes to perform as a team
You’ll also enjoy an unforgettable summer in London, with exciting excursions, sports, and international friendships.
Book your place today and take your passion for football further.
QPR Pro Football Experience
- Price
- Duration
- Location
- Ages
- Start Dates
- From £3,495
- 2 weeks
- Dulwich College
- 12-16
- 12 & 26 Jul, 9 Aug 2027
Our immersive summer schools are delivered by SBC, the UK’s number 1 multi-campus summer school for children aged 6-17.
Academic Overview
Discover what you’ll learn – and how you’ll learn – in the academic overview for this programme.
24/7
Pastoral support
From 100% DBS-checked, trained residential staff.
1:6
Staff-to-student ratio
Ensuring our focus is always on your child.
20 hours
Academic teaching per week
An immersive learning experience.
15/15
Areas of strength
In our most recent British Council inspection.
Course Modules
Discover what makes athletes perform at their best
Why do footballers train in different ways, and how does recovery affect their performance? Explore how the human body responds to exercise and discover the principles behind effective physical preparation. You’ll investigate fitness, training, and recovery while developing your English vocabulary for discussing sport.
Think like a professional athlete
What separates the best players when the pressure is on? Explore the psychology of sporting success, from motivation and concentration to resilience and self-belief. You’ll discover how athletes respond to setbacks, maintain focus, and prepare mentally for competition.
Become the teammate everyone wants
Great football teams rely on more than individual talent. Discover how communication, trust, and leadership help players work towards a shared goal. Through group challenges, you’ll practise giving instructions, supporting teammates, and adapting your approach to different situations.
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Campus life with London energy
A Day at Dulwich
You’ll spend the morning studying the science of football before coaching from the pros at QPR in the afternoon – with a packed social programme on offer in the evenings. See what a typical day on our football summer school looks like.
7:45am: Wake up and breakfast. Get the day off to a great start with your housemates.
9am: Academic Programme. Specialist football lessons at Dulwich College or with QPR
11am: Academic Progamme continues. Collaborate with your teammates on a challenge, or make a presentation in English.
12:30pm: Lunch. Enjoy a nutritious meal to fuel you for the afternoon.
1:30pm: Afternoon Experience. Coaching, workshops, and access behind the scenes at Queens Park Rangers FC
4:30pm: Multi-Activity Programme. Enjoy an exciting activity with friends – whether it’s applying what you’ve learned on the football field or unwinding in the art studio.
6pm: Dinner. Re-assemble as a whole school to enjoy an evening meal.
7pm: Whole-School Events. Everyone comes together for a great evening – from house talent competitions to Secret Cinema.
Discover football on and off the pitch
Explore the careers behind the game
QPR Pro Football Experience is a two-week programme for students passionate about football and curious about careers beyond the pitch. From sports science and psychology to coaching and leadership, students discover what makes a professional club tick and where their interests could take them.
Delivered in partnership with Queens Park Rangers FC, this football summer school combines classroom learning at Dulwich College with coaching, workshops, and behind-the-scenes experiences at QPR. Taught entirely in English, it helps students develop their communication skills, teamwork, and confidence through a sport they love.
- Explore careers in professional football, from sports science to coaching
- Experience life at QPR through practical sessions and exclusive club access
- Develop English language skills, teamwork, and personal confidence
Have a Question?
If you’d like to speak to us before you book, we’re happy to answer any questions you may have. Fill in the form and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Our Football Summer School Campus
The QPR Pro Football Experience is hosted at Dulwich College.
Ages 12-16
Dulwich College, London
Three of our summer schools are hosted at Dulwich College, a historic and prestigious boarding school in leafy south London. With first-rate facilities and acres of rolling playing fields just a few miles from central London, it’s the ideal environment for curious learners to explore potential careers and learn new skills.
- Price
- Duration
- Start Dates
- From £3,495
- 2 weeks
- 12 & 26 Jul, 9 Aug 2027
Life at Dulwich College
A home from home
Students at Dulwich College stay in comfortable boarding accommodation set within the college’s spacious London campus. The setting is calm and green, while still giving easy access to the city when heading out for activities.
Rooms are modern and well kept, with shared spaces that make it easy to unwind, chat with friends or spend some quiet time.
There is a mix of shared rooms and bathrooms or a single room with ensuite.
Experience the best of London
Students enjoy two full-day, supervised excursions into central London as part of their two-week programme, complementing their academic learning with cultural exploration:
- London sightseeing – a chance to explore London’s iconic landmarks and cultural attractions
- Knightsbridge museums – discover some of the city’s most famous museums, with collections covering natural history, culture, science, and technology
- UCL campus (Career Discovery only) – experience life on the campus of one of the world’s best universities and learn to prepare yourself for school, university, and job interviews
Relax and have fun
Our multi-activity programme in the afternoons offers an unrivalled opportunity for students to take advantage of Dulwich’s exceptional facilities. Whether they’re getting creative in the art studio, playing football or rounders on the games field, or unwinding with yoga, it’s the perfect way to relax after a day’s work.
In the evenings, the school comes together for events including quizzes, talent shows, and Secret Cinema. It’s a great chance to build friendships and enjoy life in the Dulwich community.
Safe days, settled nights
We understand that sending your child abroad is a big decision, which is why their safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated residential staff provide 24/7 on-site pastoral support, with a staff-to-student ratio of 1:6 to ensure every student receives the care and attention they need. All residential staff are fully trained and DBS-checked, creating a safe, welcoming environment where students can settle in, make friends, and enjoy their summer.
One summer, a lifetime of learning ahead
What Your Child Takes Away
After your child attends our football summer school, they leave with recognition of their achievements and skills that set them up for their next steps.
A certificate recognising that your child has completed the QPR Pro Football Experience programme.
Each student receives feedback from their tutors, reflecting their participation and development throughout the course.
Students expand their sporting vocabulary and practise discussing training, performance, and teamwork in English. They’ll develop their ability to communicate ideas and contribute to group discussions.
Through sporting challenges and collaborative projects, students practise communicating, supporting teammates, and responding to setbacks. They’ll also learn to reflect on their individual contributions and identify ways to improve.
Fees
Day or Residential?
Recommended
Residential
From £5,495
- Full board — all meals & accommodation included
- Multi-activity programme
- Evening activities & excursions
- 24/7 pastoral care
Day
From £3,495
- Same academic programme as residential
- Lunch & evening meals
- Activities and excursions
- Return home in the evening
FAQs
Of course. Just fill out our enquiry form and a member of our admissions team will get back to you as soon as possible.
This course is suitable for children with English levels of B1 (intermediate) or above.
All our residential staff are DBS-checked and trained. We have a high staff-to-student ratio and we offer 24/7 pastoral support.
No. This programme is designed and delivered by Summer Boarding Courses, which is part of Dukes Plus. Summer Boarding Courses contracts the use of these facilities and has no formal connection with Dulwich College, and they do not deliver, partner in, or endorse our programmes.
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