The English Schools’ Football Association is the national governing body for schools’ football in England. Founded in 1904, it operates as a charitable organisation run by a National Council of volunteer teachers. The association aims to promote the educational and developmental benefits of competitive football for children up to the age of 18. It governs a wide range of national competitions for schools and districts, oversees the selection of the England Schools’ international squads, and ensures that the sport is played in a safe, structured environment within the education system.
ESFA Member Schools (5)
Kent College Canterbury is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 18, situated on an 80-acre site overlooking the historic city of Canterbury. Founded in 1885 as a Methodist school, it comprises a junior school, senior school, and sixth form. The school is notable for its working farm, which allows students to engage in agricultural activities. Facilities include the Great Hall for performing arts and extensive sports grounds. The curriculum offers both A-levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, alongside a broad range of extracurricular activities.
Claremont Fan Court School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 2 to 18, set within 100 acres of the historic Claremont Estate in Esher, Surrey. The campus is centred around a Grade I listed mansion, built in 1774 for Lord Clive of India and later used as a royal residence by Queen Victoria. The grounds feature landscapes designed by Capability Brown and William Kent. With a focus on character education and a values-led ethos, the school provides a broad curriculum alongside modern facilities, including the Sir Sydney Camm Science and Technology building.
Feltonfleet School is a co-educational preparatory school for pupils aged 3 to 13, set within 25 acres of landscaped grounds in Cobham, Surrey. Accommodating both day and flexi-boarding, the school is centred around a handsome Grade II listed neo-Gothic mansion. Its values-driven ethos focuses on honesty, responsibility, respect, and kindness. Pupils benefit from extensive facilities, including a 400-seat performing arts centre, an indoor swimming pool, and specialist sports pitches. The curriculum follows the Pre-Senior Baccalaureate, emphasizing critical thinking and resilience to prepare children for transition to leading senior schools.
Reigate Grammar School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, located in Reigate, Surrey. Founded in 1675 by Henry Smith, the school occupies a site near the town centre and maintains extensive sports facilities at its Hartswood grounds. The campus features a blend of traditional architecture and contemporary additions, such as the Harrison Centre library and learning hub. The school provides a broad academic curriculum complemented by a diverse range of extracurricular activities in music, drama, and sport, focusing on the development of well-rounded individuals.
St Albans School is an independent day school for boys aged 11 to 18, with a co-educational Sixth Form. Situated adjacent to St Albans Cathedral, it is one of the world’s oldest schools, tracing its history back to 948 AD. The school occupies a historic campus including the 14th-century Abbey Gateway. Its ethos emphasises academic rigour and holistic development. Facilities include the Woollams playing fields and a modern sports centre with a swimming pool, as well as dedicated buildings for science and music, supporting a curriculum that blends traditional scholarship with contemporary learning.