The Marsh Academy Rugby Academy

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE MARSH ACADEMY FOR SEPTEMBER 2024 APPLICATIONS*

Applications Open: - 24 November 2023

Applications Close: - 24 May 2024

Entry Requirements: - Students wishing to study 3 Level 3 courses will be required to achieve 5+ GCSEs at grade 5 and above including English and Mathematics. However, some subjects have additional requirements in terms of the grades required. The Marsh Academy operates a sliding scale of qualifications which are outlined on the Marsh Academy website. There is scope for students to study 2 Level 3 subjects and also studying some Level 2 subjects. Students who wish to study two subjects must have attained 4+GCSEs at grade 5 or above.

How to Apply: - Please apply via Kent Choices

Open Event: - 23 November 2023 18:00

The Marsh Academy aims to be offering a Rugby Pathway for students aged 16-18 as part of our provision at Post 16. The programme offers serious aspirations of playing, coaching and refereeing rugby at higher levels with links to clubs at all levels of rugby.

The students must also choose from a wide range of academic & vocational subjects ranging from A-Levels & BTEC Level 3 courses in addition to the Rugby Academy. This pathway allows all scholars a wide range of choice of subjects, whilst still being able to be part of the Rugby Academy programme.

Our outstanding enrichment programme allows our students unique opportunities to experience the lifestyles of a professional rugby. These experiences include:
• Training sessions delivered by qualified coaches;
• Residential at Tonbridge school with use of professional academy facilities;
• Assessment by level 2 and 3 coaches;
• Unique & Bespoke Academy leisure & training wear;
• Access to Professional Physiotherapy;
• Access to Professional strength and conditioning coaches;
• Expert advice from Elite Sports Nutritionists;
• Level 2 “Gym Instructors” course;
• Scrum Factory and Rugby Ready course in preparation for Rugby Coaching Award.

All academy entrants must follow an academic curriculum of their choosing in addition to their coaching and training programme.
Students will have a minimum of 6 hours of rugby training per week in addition to regular fixtures.

Rugby trials will be held to determine suitability.