St Laurence's College is proudly home to Queensland's first and only Manchester City Football School.
About Manchester City Football School
Through the combined knowledge of one of the most successful football clubs in the world and one of the leading school football and sporting programs in Queensland, the Manchester City Football School at St Laurence's College aims to develop the next generation of footballers.
Our exclusive Manchester City Football Club Academy Head Coach Mr Jamie Davies with Assistant Coach Mr Colm Rafferty deliver the program, giving students access to training both in and outside of normal school hours year-round. Following a successful launch in 2023, the program has expanded to Years 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 in 2025 with additional grades added each subsequent year.
Joining Manchester City Football School
Players who are not current students of St Laurence's College and are interested in joining the program must trial.
Entry into the program for 2025 and 2026 plus Year 7 2027 is now finalised. Trials for entry in Year 5 2027 will occur on Wednesday 13 August as noted below.
While entry into the program is in alignment with our enrolment intakes, only limited places will be available for entry in Year 7.
Those interested in the program are encouraged to complete the Expression of Interest Form via the below link. This will ensure you will receive key information and updates relevant to your nominated year level.
Manchester City Football School Trials
All trials to gain entry into the Manchester City Football School are conducted in alignment with our enrolment processes (i.e. two years prior to entry into the College).
Trials and places for Year 5 and 7 2027 entry into the program will be completed as follows:
Year 7 2027 - trials are now completed
Year 5 2027 - Wednesday 13 August 2025
Registrations are now open for the Year 5 2027 Trial. Due to high demand, a second trial time has been allocated as per below:
Year 5 2027
Wednesday 13 August (Ekka Public Holiday)
8.30am - 10am - FULL
11am - 12.30pm - Registrations now open
The trials will be held on Gair field, located at 82 Stephens Road, South Brisbane. All players are asked to bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle and to wear their football playing kit including boots and shin pads.
Registrations for trials will close on Monday 11 August at 9am (or earlier if all available spaces are exhausted).
Register your attendance now via the below link.
Manchester City Football School Information Evening
Families who are interested in learning more about the Manchester City Football School are encouraged to attend an information evening in 2025 on Wednesday 6 August. On the night, the team will share the details of the program, the trial process, inclusions and other opportunities for participants.
Registrations are now open via the below link. Families may also wish to register their attendance for a Principals Tours on the same evening, which can be completed at time of registration.
Manchester City Football School Holiday Clinic
The Manchester City Football School at St Laurence's College is proud to offer a Holiday Clinic for budding football players who would like to finesse their skills on the pitch. Registrations for the upcoming September Holiday Clinic are now closed, with details about the clinic included below:
Monday 22 - Wednesday 24 September
Boys 11-13 Years | 8am - 11am
Girls 10-12 Years | 12pm - 3pm
$295 per person.
Sessions include both practical, on field sessions and theoretical learning in the classroom. Costs are inclusive of a training shirt, socks and shorts per student.
Offers of positions will be sent to successful candidates by Friday 8 August with payment required by Friday 29 August to secure their position in the clinic.
Participants are required to attend all three days and do not need to be a current Lauries student.
Manchester City Football School Player Development Program
The Manchester City Football School at St Laurence’s College is proud to be launching a Player Development Program where players can enhance their skills under the guidance Manchester City accredited coaches.
Expressions of interest have now closed for Term 3 2025 with further information to come for future possibilities.
