Welcome
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We extend a warm welcome to you and your aspiring young athletes to our outstanding Sports Academies! Our Sports Academies are more than just a place for physical activity – they are vibrant hubs for sporting excellence.
Our mission is to become the UK’s number one performing Sports College. Here are a few compelling reasons why your child should be a part of our thriving sports community:
Scholarships and elite competitions
organisations, we aim to offer comprehensive pathways for achieving sporting excellence both during and after the course.
Sport Academy Achievement Rates: 93.1%
Overall Group Achievement Rates: 89.3%
Expert coaching
Our Sports Scholarships and Sport Ambassador programmes are investments in the future. We are dedicated to nurturing the potential of each scholarship recipient, providing them with the resources and support needed to excel in their Sporting Careers through the world-recognised TASS Scholarship. Our students have the opportunity to be a part of regional, national and international competitions.
Academic success
Students have the flexibility to enrol on any fulltime programme offered at our colleges and simultaneously join a sports academy of their preference. We are committed to aligning our timetables with your academic commitments, training sessions, and competition schedules. Sports Academy participants consistently demonstrate higher achievement rates compared with their peers within the college. Through strategic partnerships with select sports
Our academies boast a team of dedicated and experienced coaches who are not just mentors but also Sports Academies role models. With a wealth of knowledge and a passion for nurturing talent, our coaches are equipped to guide your child through a journey of continuous improvement and achievement.
State-of-the-art facilities
We believe that a conducive environment plays a pivotal role in shaping success. Our worldclass facilities are designed to provide athletes with the tools they need to excel. From cuttingedge equipment, physiotherapy, nutrition to meticulously maintained playing fields, we spare no effort in creating an environment that inspires greatness.
We invite you to become an integral part of this exciting journey as we nurture and empower the next generation of athletes. Let’s work together to unlock the full potential within your child and set them on a path to success, both on and off the field.
Thank you for entrusting us with the privilege of shaping your child’s athletic and academic journey.
Why choose a CCC centre
Study in Central and North London, with centres in King’s Cross, Westminster, Soho, Regent’s Park, Angel, Finsbury Park, Holloway, Tottenham, and Enfield.
Our Academies offer:
• Free training kit and tracksuit
• 6 hours per week (3 sessions of 2 hours) of professional coaching
• Weekly AOC league matches
• International, national and regional competition travel expenses covered
• On-site physio
• World-class facilities
• Veo technology
• Strength and conditioning
Study any course:
• A Levels
• Vocational courses: Levels 1 to 3 including bespoke pathways
• T Levels
During a typical week students will have access to the following:
• 11 to 20 hours of curriculum study
• Vocational courses: Levels 1 to 3 including bespoke pathways
• 6 hours of training with elite coaches
• Access to physiotherapy, gym and strength conditioning
• Weekly league, cup and competitions
• Inspirational staff who have competed at high levels
Selected international scholarship partners
Semi-professional partners for fast-tracked competitive sport. Often learners are given false hope with professional clubs and often released as soon as they finish college. Our pathway provides a route into the sport even whilst they are studying with us.
• Employment opportunities: matched to each learner
Trophy cabinet
• Basketball AOC National Champions 22-23
• Esports National Champions 22-23
• Basketball Regional Champions 22-23
• Netball Regional Champions 22-23
• Football Regional Champions 23-24
• Netball Regional Champions 23-24
• Badminton Regional Champion 23-24
• Table Tennis Regional Champion 23-24
• Basketball Regional Champions 23-24
• Basketball Category 1 AOC Winners 21-22
• Basketball ABL League Winners 21-22
Enfield centre Basketball Academy team win gold at Association of Colleges Sport National Championships
Two Sports Academy students have taken up basketball scholarships in the United States
Gamers from our Enfield centre have been crowned national champions in the British Esports Student Champs finals
CCC Football Team 2023-2024 regional champions
CCC Netball Team 2023-2024 regional champions
Sports Academies
Combine your studies with sport! Our Sports Academies are suitable for students aged 16-18 on full-time courses, and welcome players of all skill levels.
Partnered with professional organisations to give you the best training, advice, and opportunities in a sport of your choice.
• Study any programme
• Bespoke sport courses
• Sports scholarships for elite athletes
• FREE sports team kit
• FREE access to our Elite Performance Centre
• Training with top-class coaches
• Physiotherapy support
• Tournaments including Association of Colleges leagues and other competitions (CBL, EJA and FA Youth Cup)
Scan the QR code to find out more about our Sports Academies.
GOALKEEPING
NETBALL
We have a fantastic range of sports facilities including gymnasiums, sports halls, basketball courts, and a football ground.
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a fitness enthusiast, our versatile facilities cater to diverse sporting passions. Join a vibrant community of like-minded individuals dedicated to achieving their fitness goals in an atmosphere that motivates and energises them.
Unleash your full potential and redefine your limits with us, where passion meets performance in every exhilarating workout. Our Sports Academies span across all of our centres, so why not attend an open day and see our facilities in person?
Capital City College
Benefits
• Free training kit, tracksuit and kit bag
• Professional athletics coaching for 4-6 hours per week in our Enfield centre sports facility,
In addition to the above, Elite Academy athletes will receive:
• 6-10 hours of professional athletics coaching and strength and conditioning per week
• Open access to daily training facilities
Centre, by professional athletics coaches
• Individual technical development programme
• Sports nutritional analysis and tailored nutrition programme
On-site medical support for injury prevention
Free access to the college gym and fitness exercise and nutrition programmes designed
• Mental toughness analysis, training and support programme
• Support pathways to university scholarships in the US and across the UK
• Opportunity to become a college-sponsored athlete – giving you individual training and development support of up to £1500 per year
Basketball Academy
Our Basketball Academy is partnered with the London School of Basketball, London’s biggest basketball development programme. Joining the Basketball Academy will provide you with training, support, guidance, excellent coaching and a bespoke preparation and placement programme for American colleges.
You will get professional coaching for 6 hours per week in our Enfield centre sports facility, by professional basketball coaches with international and US college experience organisation committed to the comprehensive development of basketball all across the city.
With its roots deeply planted in the principle of sport as a catalyst for positive change, LSB has had the honour of collaborating with like-minded basketball icons such as Michael Jordan, the late, great Kobe Bryant, and the indomitable LeBron James at its events.
Our partnership with LSB allows us to provide diverse programmes to create more opportunities for young Londoners to learn, play, develop and progress within the game, all across the capital.
• Nike Academy branded team wear
• Professional coaching for 6 hours per week
• Weekly competitive games in college, academy and community basketball leagues
• On-site medical support for injury prevention and rehabilitation
• Free access to the college gym and fitness suite under coach supervision
• Free fitness, strength and conditioning, exercise and nutrition programmes designed and monitored for you
• Free tickets to professional basketball games
Esports Academy
Join the Esports team! Established in 2020, we are the current reigning Valorant National Champions. Compete and train with other students against colleges from around the country. If you’re not a competitive person, feel free to join up to meet like-minded people and make new friends!
Our Esports training centre is equipped with 20 high-end gaming PCs, 144hz monitors and professional gaming peripherals. Joining the academy will provide you with training, coaching and guidance. We offer a place for learners to share ideas and explore their passions with the support of a professional Esports coach.
When do the Esports Academy activities take place?
Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 4–6pm.
Where is the Esports Academy located?
You can find the Academy in the heart of our Enfield centre.
Does the Esports Academy take part in competitions?
On most Wednesdays we compete in the British Esports Student Championships, facing off against other colleges and schools in a nationwide tournament. Currently, we compete in ‘League of Legends’, ‘Valorant’ and ‘Rocket League’.
Scan the QR code to find out more about our Sports Academies.
Football Academy
Our Enfield Borough Football Academy allows you to train in our state-of-the-art facilities including a 3G sports pitch, gym and sports hall. Joining the academy will provide you with training, support, guidance, coaching and work experience opportunities.
Enfield Borough FC are delighted to have partnered with Capital City College to run the Football
“Together we will deliver a high-level Football Education programme. The students in the Enfield Borough Football Academy will have a realistic pathway, great coaching, excellent facilities and the option to study a range of courses including A Levels. Between the football club and the college, we have everything in place to develop the young people on and off the pitch.” – Marvin Walker (Chairman, Enfield Borough FC).
Capital City College
Benefits
• Free training kit and tracksuit
• 6 hours per week (3 sessions of 2 hours) of professional football coaching
• Wednesday afternoon match in a college football league
• Affiliation with a major football club
• Work experience opportunities at the stadium
• Complimentary tickets for learners to selected high-profile matches
• Create your game analyses with Veo technology
• On-site medical support for injury prevention and rehabilitation
• Free access to the college gym and fitness suite under coach supervision
• Free fitness, strength and conditioning, exercise and nutrition programmes designed and monitored for you
Futsal Academy
Our Futsal Academy allows you to train in our state-of-the-art facilities including a gym and sports hall. Joining the academy will provide you with training, support, guidance, coaching and professional work experience opportunities.
Capital City College
Benefits
• Free training kit and tracksuit
• 6 hours per week (3 sessions of 2 hours) of professional football coaching
• Wednesday afternoon match in a college football league
• Affiliation with a major football club
• Work experience opportunities at the stadium
• Complimentary tickets for learners to selected high-profile matches
• Create your game analyses with Veo technology
• On-site medical support for injury prevention and rehabilitation
• Free access to the college gym and fitness suite under coach supervision
• Free fitness, strength and conditioning, exercise and nutrition programmes designed and monitored for you
Scan the QR code to find out more about our Sports Academies.
Goalkeeping Academy
Our Goalkeeping Academy offers specialised elite training for essential goalkeeping skills such as positioning, shot stopping, handling, footwork and distribution.
We have partnered with The Nationals to provide this brand new Goalkeeping Academy! Training alongside other goalkeepers in a focused environment builds confidence, enhances fitness, and opens pathways to scouting opportunities or professional growth. If you are an aspiring goalkeeper, a dedicated academy can be the key to unlocking your full potential.
This amazing programme will be led by the Head Coach at the Nationals, Martin Brennan. Martin was a former professional goalkeeper who then moved into coaching and has over 20 years of coaching experience. In the last 20 years, Martin has been first team goalkeeper coach with Fulham FC (Premier League and Championship), Wycombe Wanderers FC (Leagues 1 and 2), Leyton Orient FC (League 2 and Academy), Boreham Wood FC (National League) and Tottenham Hotspur FC (under-23s).
Capital City College
Benefits
• Free training kit
• 6 hours per week of professional goalkeeper coaching
• Affiliation with professional and semiprofessional football clubs
• Work experience opportunities at professional and semi-professional clubs
• Performance analysis with professional feedback and target setting
• Tactical, technical, mindset workshops
• Observe professional club training
• On-site medical and physical support
• Free on-site access to the gym and fitness suite
• Design and monitor diet and fitness plans
Netball Academy
Are you ready to take your netball skills to the next level? Join our Netball Academy and become part of a supportive community dedicated to developing talent, building confidence, and fostering teamwork.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player aiming to refine your skills, our expert coaches are here to guide you every step of the way. Joining the Netball Academy will provide you with training, support, guidance, coaching and professional work experience opportunities.
For elite individuals competing at the National or International Level; we welcome you to apply for our Sports Scholarship Programme. Sports Scholarships are given to 10 of the best sportspersons across the college. Individuals awarded this status usually compete at the National or International level.
This scholarship is in partnership with TASS (Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme) where being awarded this recognition can fast-track further Sports Scholarship possibilities when they progress beyond FE.
Benefits
• Free training kit and tracksuit
• 6 hours per week (3 sessions of 2 hours) of professional netball coaching
• Wednesday afternoon match in a college netball league
• Affiliation with England Netball
• Work experience opportunities
Complimentary tickets for learners to selected high-profile matches
• Opportunities to work with the club sports analyst in using Veo Cam to analyse games
• On-site medical support for injury prevention and rehabilitation
• Free access to the college gym and fitness suite under coach supervision
• Free fitness, strength and conditioning, exercise and nutrition programmes designed and monitored for you
Sporting scholarships
HAMZA: Athletics
• Currently competing for Newham and Essex Beagles
• 1st place in 800m London Championships
• 3rd place in 60m London Championships
• Hackney Marshes U16s Football League Winners
• District Champion for London and Essex
Future Goals: Aims to compete internationally in the European and National Championships this year.
TORRIN: Brazilian Ju Jitsu/MMA
• Great Britain National 55kg Champion
• Gold Medal at the European BJJ Championships
Future Goals: Continue the trajectory towards greatness.
ELIJAH: Football
• 23-24 AOC London regional champion
• First team debut for step 5 club at 17 years old
• Captain of men’s college 1st team
• Played in the FA Youth Cup
Future Goals: To be playing academy football or playing for a men’s first team at step 5 or every week.
RAYAN: Table Tennis
• 22-23 ranked 17th within the UK
• National League Table Tennis player
• Representing at club level
Future Goals: He aims to win this year’s National Championships. He has recently won against the regional champion and would like to win this tournament while representing the college.
PARAS: Volleyball
• David Lloyds regional champion
• National level within home country
Future Goals: To provide a platform for further participation within the sport for females.
VALENTINO: Basketball
• 22-23 Conel MIP (most improved player)
• 22-23 CBL playoff quarter final
• 22-24 City and Islington College 1st team selection
• 22-23 Representing London Knights and 3rd in AOC category 1 league
Future Goals: In a year’s time aiming to have received offers to America whilst taking an extra year in England to further his game. After end of third year, wants to take an offer to an American college if not a prep school. Post D1 is looking to become a professional basketball player.
GELSOMARY: Basketball
• 22-23 AOC London regional champion
• 22-23 AOC Sports national champion
Future Goals: Aims to secure a D1 basketball scholarship and continue pursuing his passion for the sport at the collegiate level.
IOANNIS: Ice Hockey
• Haringey Huskies player National Ice Hockey League
• Referee Level 2
• Captain and Founder of Haringey Hounds. Led team to promotion to Division 1, 22-23 season
• Silver medal on international 3x3
Future Goals: As the youngest player, aims to help consolidate in Haringey Huskies and contribute to division 1 to help enter the elite league in 3 years. As a ref, aspires to be promoted to higher level and officiate international and Olympic Games. As a coach aims to become team coach of Haringey Hounds in 5 years.
JUSTIN: Football
• 23-24 AOC London regional champion
• Enfield borough 1st team keeper
• Saving a penalty in FA Youth Cup helping team advance to the next round
• Trials at Leyton Orient
• Winning the league 22-23 season
Future Goals: Aspirations for the next 12 months would be playing consistent professional level of football and gaining a deeper understanding of the game.
REMY: Football
• 23-24 AOC London regional champion
• Trials at Watford and Crystal Palace
• Football County Cup final FA Youth Cup right fullback / wingback
Future Goals: Goal for the next 12 months is to be playing first team weekly for a man’s club at step 4 or above.
About Capital City College
Capital City College is the largest further education provider in London with an extensive range of courses.
Our college has a dynamic and supportive environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests, challenge themselves, and prepare for the future. With a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities, we offer opportunities for everyone to discover their passions, whether it’s in academics, the arts, sports, or technology.
Our dedicated teachers are here to guide our students, helping them to build the skills and knowledge they’ll need for college, careers, and beyond. We also focus on developing leadership, teamwork, and community involvement, so our students can make a positive impact both inside and outside the classroom. At our college, we’re committed to helping people grow into confident and capable young adults, ready to take on the world.
Centres and facilities
Capital City College operates across 12 centres located in Angel, King’s Cross, Holloway Road, Finsbury Park, Tottenham, Enfield, Soho, Regent’s Park, Westminster, Alexandra centre and Enfield Construction Skills Academy. Each centre is equipped with specialised facilities to support post-16 progression pathways and adult professional development: A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, vocational qualifications, and apprenticeships in:
• Animal care and applied sciences
• Business and professional services
• Computing and IT
• Construction and engineering
• Creative and performing arts
• Digital media
• Education and teaching
• Hair and beauty
• Healthcare, social care and childcare
• Hospitality and culinary arts
• Music and music production
• Public services
• Science and forensics
• Sports Legacy and alumni
Under the new Capital City College brand, we continue to celebrate the achievements of our distinguished alumni, who include Brit awardwinning singer Paloma Faith, celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver and Ainsley Harriott, actors David Oyelowo, Zawe Ashton, presenter Reggie Yates, and many others who have excelled in their respective fields.
Apprenticeships
As part of our commitment to workforce development, we offer a wide range of highquality apprenticeship training courses. These are designed in collaboration with employers to ensure they meet the latest industry standards, equipping our learners with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in a competitive job market.
Our London locations
Oxford Circus
Finsbury Park
King’s Cross St Pancras
Enfield centre
Tottenham centre
Sixth Form centre
Angel centre
Euston Square
Cottage
Holloway centre
Finsbury Park centre
Holloway Road
Street
King’s Cross centre Soho centre
centre Regent’s Park centre
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