Saints Southwest

Saints Southwest is a renowned Coaching and Education organisation in the South West, offering a range of programmes and services for children in the Newton Abbot area. With over 10,000 children and 700+ deliverable hours, Saints Southwest is dedicated to developing the potential of all individuals through various educational, football, and sporting activities.

Operating as both a Limited Company and a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, Saints Southwest aims to reach all children in Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset. They pride themselves on being able to provide programmes that cater to the needs and interests of all children, ensuring that they have access to education, football, and sporting opportunities.

The core values of Saints Southwest are represented by the word “SAINTS,” which stands for Standards, Aspiration, Integrity, New Thinking, Together, and Skills. These values guide the organisation in providing a high standard of coaching and education to all children, both on and off the pitch.

Under the education provision, Saints Southwest offers high-quality physical education (PE) and school sport programmes. They provide PE planning, resources, and assessments, as well as PPA cover and various clubs such as breakfast clubs, lunchtime clubs, and afterschool clubs. The organisation also supports continued professional development for teachers through CPD sessions. Additionally, Saints Southwest offers programmes in physical, social, and health education (PSHE) and runs the Healthy Goal Programme, which focuses on promoting a healthy lifestyle.

At the heart of Saints Southwest is their commitment to the community. They offer a range of community provisions, including soccer sessions for toddlers and young children, girls-only football programmes, school holiday courses, and multi-sport holiday camps. Saints Southwest actively participates in community events and provides support for fundraising activities.

For children who demonstrate talent on the football pitch, Saints Southwest offers football development programmes. These include the Development Centre for different age groups, girls-only development centres, goal-keeping development centres, and academy squads. To join these programmes, children must go through an invitation-only process or complete the Football Development Contact form for a trial.

As a Community Interest Company, charity work is an essential part of Saints Southwest's mission. Each year, the organisation takes on challenges to raise funds for a chosen charity. The charity is selected based on how the money raised can have a significant impact on the young people and families they work with across the South West.

Employment is a crucial aspect of Saints Southwest's operations, as they aim to develop strong relationships with local communities. Having the right workforce in place is vital for their success in providing quality coaching and education services. Interested individuals can find employment opportunities with Saints Southwest and contribute to the organisation's mission.

Overall, Saints Southwest is a leading coaching and education organisation in the South West, dedicated to providing high-quality programmes and opportunities for children. With a focus on football development, community engagement, education, and charity work, Saints Southwest aims to nurture and develop the potential of all individuals, both on and off the pitch.