Why Mount Kelly Football?

Mount Kelly’s Girls’ Performance Football Programme, in association with Chelsea FC, offers a unique opportunity for girls aged 16-18 to pursue both their academic and footballing ambitions. The programme provides outstanding coaching, support, and guidance from fully qualified staff, ensuring that pupils can excel both on the pitch and in the classroom. The newly formed development pathway now offers girls from Year 9 (and exceptional Year 8 players) the chance to join the Mount Kelly programme.

Recent Successes

National Champions 2026

The team retained the ISFA U18 Girls’ National Cup Final title for the third year in a row in 2026.

National Champions 2025

The team retained the ISFA U18 Girls’ National Cup Final title in 2025.

National Champions 2024

Our team clinched the Smith Construction ISFA U18 Girls’ National Cup Final in April 2024, defeating the reigning champions with a 3-0 victory. This achievement highlights the dedication and talent of our players and coaching staff.

Academic Excellence

Ruby, a standout player in our squad, achieved nine grade 9s and one grade 8 in her GCSEs in 2023 and is pursuing A Levels in Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry, exemplifying the programme’s commitment to balancing athletic and academic success

ISFA U18 National Squad

Five players in the Mount Kelly Performance Programme have been named in the England U18s squad. We are delighted for these players and the strength it shows in our programme.

International Achievements

Ireland – Erin U17 and U19
Bermuda – Robin U17 and U20

Programme Highlights

Comprehensive Development

The programme focuses on developing well-rounded athletes by offering tailored strength and conditioning sessions, technical skills training, and tactical understanding.

Exclusive Opportunities

Through our partnership with the Chelsea FC Foundation, players have access to unique experiences, including training sessions at Chelsea’s Cobham Training Ground and interactions with Chelsea FC Academy coaches.

Scholarships and Bursaries

We offer a number of scholarships and means-tested bursaries for talented athletes who demonstrate both academic potential and footballing prowess.

University and College placements

Girls have successfully gained scholarships to a variety of universities and colleges in the UK and overseas. Mount Kelly supports them during the application process:

Sariyah | Louisiana State University, USA
Erin | Murray State University, Kentucky, USA
Summer | Garden City University, Michigan, USA
Robin | St Leo University, Florida, USA
Chloe | Loughborough University, UK

Join Us

We are continuously expanding our squad to include an U15 and U16 team and are seeking talented athletes who are keen to pursue their footballing dreams while achieving academic excellence. Applications are welcome for entry into Year 12, and all applicants will be assessed both academically and through a technical assessment at Mount Kelly or at Chelsea Football’s Cobham training ground.

For more information or to apply, please contact our Admissions Team at 01822 813193 or admissions@mountkelly.com.

Join Mount Kelly’s Girls’ Performance Football Programme and become part of a community that fosters excellence, both on and off the field.

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