2020 Cricket scholarship brochure

WORKING TOWARDS YOUNG PEOPLES FUTURES IN THE SPORTS INDUSTRY

FOOTBALL CRICKET GOLF NETBALL HOCKEY TENNIS GYM INSTRUCTOR AND PT QUALIFICATIONS COACHING AND TEACHING

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR TALENT

We have opportunities for aspiring sports students wishing to enter a full-time training programme.

This will encompass developing practical skills, high work ethics and team work.

Who is this Programme aimed at?

Astrea Sixth Form St Neots Scholarship Opportunities are aimed at passionate sports students between the ages of 16 - 18 years old.

We offer you the opportunity to gain academic qualifications alongside your continued development in your chosen field. You will also have access to sport specific industry recognised qualifications such as PT and FA Level one.

What does a scholarship offer you?

In partnership with St Neots Learning and Sports Academy we offer a path to a career in your chosen sport and sports related industries as well a route through to higher education.

You will have access to professional coaching, qualified teachers and industry experts in order to fulfil your potential.

ASTREA SIXTH FORM ST NEOTS INSPIRING BEYOND MEASURE

All academic subjects for the Scholarship Programme are delivered at the Astrea Sixth Form St Neots.

This allows anyone wishing to study specific courses (such as A-Levels) the chance to do so without compromising on their high quality sport development opportunities.

INSPIRING BEYOND MEASURE YOUR ACADEMIC OPTIONS

3 A-Levels offered by Astrea Sixth Form St Neots (2 years).

Mix of A-Level Subjects & BTEC Course (2 Years) (Equivalent to 3 A-Levels).

(Subject to integrated option blocks) Access to A-Levels Course – BTEC Level 2 Technical Diploma in Sport & Activity Leadership (1 Year APS Top Up). + GCSE Maths & English retakes if required

THE CRICKET SCHOLARSHIP

OPEN TO POST 16 BOYS AND GIRLS SUPPORTED BY CRICKET EAST, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNTY CRICKET CLUB AND EATON SOCON CC The Cricket Scholarship programme is unique in its approach as it offerS a first class Sixth Form education combined with an elite development pathway.

There are currently no programmes in the UK that offers an A level/BTEC Sixth Form education while at the same time provide an elite development pathway.

The Scholarship includes: Integrated Fitness & Academic Timetable Personal Athlete Analysis / Programme setting ECB Fulltime Professional Training Syllabus Individual Performance Enhancement Plans Qualified Personal Training Experts with industry experience.

THE CRICKET SCHOLARSHIP

OPEN TO POST 16 BOYS AND GIRLS SUPPORTED BY CRICKET EAST AND NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNTY CRICKET CLUB Potential overseas tours and exchange programmes.

Training opportunities at Northampton County Cricket Club.

Specialist coaching small groups - Batting, Spin, Seam, Wicket Keeping.

Professional Kit Package.

Off the Pitch Welfare Support.

One Leisure Gym Access.

Talent ID in Partnership.

Access to CPD Cricket qualifications Including: Coach support worker ( First year Scholars ) ECB Foundation Coach ( Second year Students) Both part funded

+ All Sixth Form Education Benefits NB: The Cricket Scholarship is an Elite Development Pathway and should not deter from representing your own local cricket club or County

COACHING AND TEACHING OPEN TO POST 16 BOYS AND GIRLS

Gain valuable experience by accessing our Primary School out reach programme.

Working with lead coaches in our Partner Primary Schools you will learn how to plan, deliver and assess PE lessons and after school clubs.

All participating scholars will be DBS checked and those that show a real passion for working with Primary school children will have the option of doing a part or fully funded FA level 1 course.

A great opportunity to work with lead coaches, school teachers and Primary school children.

HOW TO APPLY CREATING FUTURES

Once you have registered your interest you will be asked to complete an application form. The form must be completed in full including your predictive grades and chosen subjects.

You must circle the box as indicated if you are interested in one of the scholarship opportunities.

You will then be asked to attend a Sixth Form Interview with Teachers and Football Club Staff.

Provided all goes well, you will receive your offer and be given the appropriate starting information.

See you in September!

NB: Gym Instructor, PT Qualification and Coaching and Teaching Scholarships can be selected alongside another Sports Specific Scholarship Programme.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION

NAME DOB EMAIL CONTACT NUMBER PLEASE TICK FOOTBALL CRICKET GOLF (3 SCHOLARSHIP PLACES AVAILABLE) NETBALL HOCKEY TENNIS GYM INSTRUCTOR AND PT QUALIFICATION TEACHING AND COACHING

CONTACT US :

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP IAIN PARR iain@sntfc.co.uk 07970 851511

CONTACT US : DIRECTOR OF ASTREA SIXTH FORM MARK TAYLOR 01480 353535