Train like a professional rugby league player with St Helens College and Saints Community Development Foundation whilst also gaining a level 2 or level 3 sport qualification that can help your rugby career take off or lead you to university, an apprenticeship or employment!
As a St Helens College Rugby League Academy student, you will benefit from:
The course will start in September, and will take one year to complete.
The course will start in September, and will take two years to complete.
These course will take place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP and Ruskin Drive Sports Facilities.
During this course, you will cover the following modules alongside your training schedule:
Training Schedule
You will be assessed through a combination of practical observations, written and oral questions, assignment work, short tests, work experience and work books.
You should have the following:
Level 2
3 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above,
including English and/or maths
Level 3
4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above,
This Academy is currently offered exclusively to males, aged 16-18. While previous experience in rugby is beneficial, it is not essential for joining the course. A good level of physical fitness is required.
Achieving a good standard of English and maths is a key requirement for many jobs, as well as for courses you may wish to progress on to. If you achieve below a grade 4 in your English and/or maths GCSEs at school, you will study it alongside your chosen course when you join us.
If you are a school leaver, aged 16-18, (under the age of 19 on or before 31st August 2025), you do not pay tuition fees or examination and registration fees and may be eligible for additional support depending on your financial situation. For more information, please visit our dedicated financial support page.
Upon successfully completing the Academy, you will have several exciting paths to choose from: advancing your rugby career, pursuing a university degree, starting an apprenticeship, or entering employment.
All students will be provided with a St Helens Rugby League Sports Kit and will be required to wear the kit to all training sessions.
