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. Further details regarding the trials are included below:
Year 5 2027
Wednesday 13 August (Ekka Public Holiday)
8.30am - 10am
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.
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.
Places are strictly limited. All potential participants are requested to complete the form below by 9am Friday 1 August 2025. 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
Calling All Young Football Stars
Is your son born in 2017 or 2018 and passionate about football? The Manchester City Football School at St Laurence’s College is now accepting expressions of interest for its new Student Development Program in Terms 3 and 4 2025!
- Train with Manchester City accredited coaches every Monday (5:30–6:45pm) starting Monday 14 July
- $500 per term (includes kit: shirt, shorts and socks)
- Trial Date: Thursday 26 June | 4:00–5:30pm
Spots are limited – don’t miss this chance to kick off your football journey with the best!
Register your interest via the link below.
