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We Make Footballers® – Helping every child 'make it' in football. We Make Footballers has spent over a decade helping thousands of children build confidence, develop their football skills, and fall in love with the game. Whether you call it football, soccer or footy – our mission is the same: to provide world-class football coaching for 4–12-year-olds of all abilities in a safe, fun, and inspiring environment. We offer weekly group training, 1-2-1 sessions, holiday camps, birthday parties and in-school coaching. Our proven methodology, energetic coaching style, and belief in every child’s potential is what makes our sessions special. With over 100 franchises, we're proud to be the largest football coaching franchise in the UK – and McDonald’s biggest grassroots partner. We’re also ranked the UK’s #1 football coaching provider on Trustpilot. We don’t just develop footballers – we build pathways. Many of our players go on to join grassroots clubs, professional academies and beyond. And as we expand across the UK and internationally, we're continuing to raise the bar for children’s football. Whether its making their first pass, making friends, making it into the school team or making it into the big leagues - we help every child ‘make it’, whatever that means to them.
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I would highly recommend the We Make…
I would highly recommend the We Make Footballers in Manchester Collyhurst. I’ve been taking my son who absolutely loves it! The coaches are really friendly and very well organised
March 13, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Molly,
Thank you for your lovely review! It’s great to hear that your son is loving his sessions at We Make Footballers in Manchester Collyhurst. Our coaches work hard to create a fun and well-structured environment, so we’re really pleased to know that their efforts are making a difference.
We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to seeing your son continue to enjoy his football with us!
Best wishes,
Joe
We Make Footballers
Amazing…..
Both my children have attended WMF over the last 9 years and they have been brilliant.
My daughter started with WMF when she was 5 years old and had sessions both with the boys and the girls, she loved it!
My son started with WMF at 3 years old and he loves his weekly training sessions, he also attended their Fun Flair Festival and had the best day.
Their sessions are always organised, the coaches are nice and make sure the kids have fun playing football
Over the years Lauren and Sean has been fantastic, they have given my children some great opportunities and have been a big influence on both of their football journeys.
March 10, 2025
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Hi Lotte,
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s amazing to hear that both your children have been part of We Make Footballers for the past nine years and have enjoyed their sessions so much. We love seeing players grow and develop with us, and it’s fantastic that both your daughter and son have had such positive experiences—whether in training sessions or at a Fun Flair Festival.
We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Lauren and Sean—they’ll be thrilled to know they’ve played a meaningful role in your children’s football journeys. We really appreciate your support and look forward to seeing them continue to enjoy their football with us!
Best regards,
We Make Footballers Team
I would like to recommend Coach Walid…
I would like to recommend Coach Walid and his team at Enfield branch my sons have been attending for some time and have made terrific progress. I couldn’t be more happier.
March 8, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Monika, thank you for your kind words! It’s fantastic to hear that your sons have been making great progress at our Enfield branch.
Coach Walid and his team work hard to create a positive and supportive environment, so we’ll be sure to pass on your lovely feedback to them.
Best wishes
We Make Footballers Team
Amazing academy ever , especially ealing branch ( coach Rory)
My 5-year-old son, Adrian, attends football classes at the Ealing branch in London. Not only is he happy, but my husband and I are also extremely pleased with our choice of this academy. Their coaching team is incredibly dedicated, patient, and professional. They inspire and engage the children, making the experience truly enjoyable.
My son absolutely loves his classes and his coaches, especially Rory. Rory is a kind and well-mannered coach who has made a great impression on Adrian. So far, my son has invited two of his friends to join this academy, which shows how much he enjoys it.
I am very happy and satisfied with this academy and would confidently recommend it to everyone!
March 11, 2024
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Elham,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It’s fantastic to hear that Adrian is enjoying his football sessions at our Ealing branch. Seeing children happy, engaged, and developing their skills is exactly what we strive for.
We’ll be sure to pass on your lovely feedback to Coach Rory—he’ll be delighted to know he’s made such a positive impression. It’s also amazing that Adrian has been recommending the academy to his friends! That means a lot to us.
We really appreciate your support and look forward to seeing Adrian continue to thrive with us!
Best wishes,
We Make Footballers
The we make footballers experience
The attitude of the coaches and the methodology of the sessions has made the experience positive for my children. The training sessions are designed for children at various levels which allows them to grow and develop at their own pace. Additionally the fun flair festival and the new west london league are great opportunities to grow and learn.
March 1, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Nathan,
Thanks so much for your review! It’s great to hear that your children are enjoying their sessions and finding the training both positive and suited to their level. That’s exactly what we aim for—helping players develop at their own pace while having fun.
Glad they’re also getting a lot out of the Fun Flair Festival and the new West London League. We really appreciate the feedback and look forward to seeing them continue to progress!
Best,
We Make Footballers
Great coaches and session in Strood
Both of my children love their sessions in Strood! During their one hour they practise a lot. The children all have their own ball and they all join in at the same time with different fun games. They also learn how to be a good team player. The program and the coaches are brilliant!
March 3, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hey Anita, thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that both of your children love their sessions in Strood and that they’re enjoying the fun and engaging training we provide.
Our goal is to ensure every child gets plenty of time on the ball while also learning valuable skills like teamwork, so it’s wonderful to know that this is coming through in their experience.
We truly appreciate your kind words about our coaches and programme—they’re dedicated to creating the best possible environment for young players to develop and have fun. Will ensure we pass on your kind words to the team in Strood.
Best regards,
We Make Footballers
Booked an introductory session and went…
Booked an introductory session and went to the venue but nobody was there! My 4 year old boy was devastated! Seems like the company is a cowboy one!
February 28, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Adam,
I hope you're well.
Thank you for reaching out and providing additional details via email. Your support is very much appreciated, and your feedback has helped us identify the issue.
The error occurred because the course administrator had not correctly updated our booking system to reflect that sessions would not run until April. Due to difficulties with our internal scheduling tool, sessions remained open, allowing bookings to be made for classes that were not running.
This was our mistake and should not have happened. We sincerely apologise for your experience of turning up to a session with no one there. We've since provided additional training to the franchise involved, updated the course details, and improved our internal processes to ensure this does not happen again.
We've attempted to contact you directly to offer a resolution but haven’t yet been able to reach you. Lewis, the franchise manager for Manchester Collyhurst Academy, mentioned speaking with your partner, who was understanding; however, I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to personally apologise and discuss how we can best resolve this situation for you.
We take your experience seriously and are committed to learning from it. Thank you again for your patience, and please don’t hesitate to reach out at your convenience.
Best wishes,
Eve
Managing Director,
We Make Footballers
I highly recommend We Make Footballers
I highly recommend We Make Footballers: Crystal Palace Academy. The coaches are highly skilled and excel in developing their players’ abilities. During his tenure with the academy, my son’s footballing skills significantly improved, as did his attitude towards teamwork and contributing to the team. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Coach Guilherme and his colleagues for the time and effort he has invested in fostering my son’s confidence and enhancing his playing abilities. As a young boy, we were always aware of his potential, but it is not enough to solely rely on talent. Without the self-belief and teamwork instilled in him by your organisation, he would not have achieved as much as he has. We Make Footballers has provided an exceptional opportunity for children to develop their footballing talents while simultaneously fostering their social growth. The sessions are consistently well-structured and engaging, and the coaches maintain a high level of respect towards parents, staff, and children. They are committed to meeting the children’s needs and providing them with an enriching experience.
Please convey our sincere appreciation for the exceptional football holiday club. Your clubs’ impeccable timing during practice breaks has not gone unnoticed. I commend your ability to pause the session precisely when we are nearing exhaustion, providing the ideal opportunity for both our children and yourselves to rest and reflect.
Thank you all sincerely. I am deeply grateful.
Vivian Izidoro
February 27, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Dear Vivian,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and heartfelt review. It’s truly rewarding to hear how much your son has grown, both in skill and confidence, during his time with We Make Footballers: Crystal Palace. We’re delighted that our coaching team, particularly Coach Guilherme and his colleagues, have played a positive role in his development.
We firmly believe that talent flourishes best when combined with self-belief, teamwork, and structured guidance, so it’s wonderful to know that our approach has helped your son reach new heights. Your kind words about the holiday club and the way we structure our sessions mean a great deal to us—we always strive to create an environment that is both enriching and enjoyable.
We’ll be sure to pass on your appreciation to the coaching team. Thank you again for your support and for taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to seeing your son continue to grow and enjoy his football journey with us!
Best regards,
We Make Footballers
Exceptional
We Make Footballers Lewisham has been an incredible experience for my son, Eesah, and I cannot recommend it enough. Over the past year, we have seen remarkable development in his skills and confidence, and this has all been thanks to the amazing coaches at the academy.
While I can’t name them all, Dami, Justin, and Elliot have been standout figures in Eesah’s journey. They are not only highly skilled coaches but also incredibly patient, attentive, and passionate about the children’s growth. Their dedication to each player is evident in the way they work with all the kids, making sure everyone gets the attention they need to improve. Whether it’s through individual feedback or team drills, they show an unwavering commitment to helping each child develop to their full potential.
The other coaches, too, bring a great energy and expertise that has created an environment where Eesah, along with the other children, can truly thrive. Every coach plays a key role in fostering a love for the game while honing skills and instilling discipline and teamwork.
Eesah has grown tremendously under their guidance, both in terms of his footballing ability and his personal confidence. He’s come so far in a short time, and I attribute much of his development to the passion, care, and drive of the entire coaching team.
If you’re looking for a football academy where children not only learn to play but are truly cared for and inspired to reach their potential, We Make Footballers Lewisham is the place to be! Highly recommended!
February 23, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Maria, thank you so much for your incredible review about We Make Footballers: Lewisham Academy! We really appreciate the details you have called out and the recognition you have provided.
It’s amazing to hear how much Eesah has developed in both his football skills and confidence over the past year. Dami, Justin, Elliot, and the entire coaching team will be thrilled to know their dedication and passion have made such a difference and has been called out.
Creating an environment where every child feels supported, motivated, and able to reach their potential is exactly what we strive for, and we’re so happy that Eesah has had such a positive experience. We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to seeing him continue to grow on and off the pitch! ⚽😊
Great experience with We Make Footballers talent ID event in Shepherd's Bush
Great experience with We Make Footballers talent ID event in Shepherd's Bush! The staff at Shepherd's Bush academy are absolutely amazing and have been so wonderful to the kids, and the event looked really impressive.
There were a lot of kids, but everything was well organized, and each child had the chance to show off their abilities. The football games were perfectly planned, and everyone had a great time. We are so thankful to We Make Footballers Shepherd's Bush for making the day truly amazing! Highly recommend.
January 12, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hey Marcos, thanks for your review! Glad to hear you had a great experience at the Talent ID event in Shepherd’s Bush. The team put a lot of effort into making sure every player gets a chance to show what they can do, so it’s great to know you felt it was well organised. Really appreciate the recommendation—hope to see you again soon! ⚽👍
WMF Lewisham
My son has been attending WMF at Conisborough college in Lewisham for almost 2 years now! He loves it and his confidence has grown loads since he has been attending! The coaches are amazing and always so patient! My daughter has now started going at the age of 3 and adores it too!
February 23, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hey Terri, thank you so much for your lovely review! It’s fantastic to hear how much your son has grown in confidence and that he loves his sessions. We’re also so pleased your daughter is enjoying it too—starting at 3 is amazing! We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to the coaches at Lewisham Academy. See you both at training soon! ⚽😊
Training sessions & half term camp
My son has been attending we make footballers in Orpington for around a year and a half and has come on leaps and bounds since joining. His progress has been amazing to see and thats down to the amazing coaches. They provide fun and energetic training sessions. Sometimes my son struggles with paying attention but this has never been an issue since he joined here. He is fully engaged in every session and his football skills are great for a 5 year old. He recently attended their half term camp for a week and had the best time, he didn’t want the week to end!
Thank you so much to all the coaches and I can’t wait to see my son progress further in doing what he loves.
Highly recommend.
February 17, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Thank you, Danielle! It’s amazing to hear how much your son has progressed and that he’s loving his football. The coaches at Orpington Academy will be so pleased to know their energy and support are making a real difference. We’re especially glad he had such a great time at the half-term camp—sounds like he’s got a real passion for the game! Thanks so much for your recommendation, it really means a lot to us. ⚽😊
Awesome experience!
My 5-year-old son attends weekly sessions in Teddington and loves it - we've tried a few different places but WMF is by far the best we've done. He loves it so much we organised a football party with a WMF coach (Lilly), who was awesome and managed to keep 12 very loud boys in check! The organisation is also top class - Jonah is great - really helpful and quick to respond to any questions. Thoroughly recommend!
February 21, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Kathryn, thank you so much! It’s fantastic to hear that your son is loving his sessions in Teddington and that his football party with Coach Lilly was a hit! She’ll be thrilled to hear your kind words. We’ll also pass on your feedback to Jonah—he’ll really appreciate it! Thanks for your recommendation, it really means a lot ⚽😊
Highly recommend WMFs Basildon/Wickford
My son has been attending WMFs Basildon and Wickford, fantastic training sessions and coaches.
I know my son will progress so much attending their sessions.
Highly recommend!!
February 14, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Thank you so much Vicki. It’s great to hear that your son is enjoying the sessions at Basildon and Wickford. The coaches will be delighted to know their training is making a difference - we will ensure we pass on your feedback. We’re so pleased to hear about his progress and really appreciate your recommendation. ⚽😊
Great experience with WeMake…
Great experience with WeMake Footballers! Steve and team have been so wonderful to the kids, and the coaching looked really impressive.
February 7, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Shyam, hope well. Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you had a great experience with We Make Footballers. We'll be sure to pass your feedback on to Steve and the team—they’ll really appreciate it! We look forward to seeing you at training again soon. ⚽
My son had a great time at these…
My son had a great time at these sessions.
February 7, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
That’s great to hear! We’re so pleased your son enjoyed the sessions. Thanks for sharing your feedback, and we look forward to seeing him back at training again soon! ⚽🙌
Havant and Waterlooville.
My five year old son has been attending WMF’s Havant and Waterlooville for the past six months and I can honestly say the improvement in his footballing skill has been off the scale! This is purely down to Danny and his team of coaches who are full of enthusiasm and support for all of the children making the sessions fun and exciting.
Keep up the good work Danny you are a credit to WMF. Thank you.
February 13, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hey Brad, thank you for your amazing feedback! It’s fantastic to hear how much progress your son has made over the past six months. Danny and his team will be delighted to know their enthusiasm and support are making such a difference. We’re so pleased he’s enjoying the sessions, and we really appreciate your kind words. We’ll be sure to pass this on to Danny—he’ll love hearing it! ⚽👏
Spalding
My daughter has been attending now for 10+weeks and I can really tell the the difference. Kerrys attention to detail when coaching is second to none and she really gets the kids engaged. She’s a top coach.
February 13, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Aron, hope well. That’s fantastic to hear! We’re so pleased your daughter is making great progress, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Kerry. Her dedication to the players really shines through, and it’s great to know she’s having such a positive impact. Thanks for sharing your experience! ⚽
We Make Footballers Birthday
We used We Make Footballers for our son’s recent 8th birthday party. Michael was extremely quick to respond to all our questions from start to finish (and even sent a WhatsApp on the day of the party to warn us of bad traffic, to prevent any delayed arrivals). The boys all had a great time - a big thank you!
February 8, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Thank you, Michael! We're so glad your son and friends had a fantastic football birthday party with us. It’s great to hear that the communication and little details, like the traffic update, made a difference. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Michael. Hope to see you all again soon! ⚽🎉
We take our 10 year old to Streatham…
We take our 10 year old to Streatham and we all love it. It's great to watch the love of football that these kids have. Have been going for 3 months now and there is a marked improvement in our son's shooting and passing. Teachers are great, friendly and all the kids i see, as we watch from the side lines, are having a wonderful time. Thoroughly recommend We Make Footballers. All the best.
February 12, 2025
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Reply from We Make Footballers
Hi Rich, that’s brilliant to hear! It’s great that your son is enjoying his football and making such strong progress with his shooting and passing. Our coaches in Streatham will be delighted to know their hard work is making a difference. Thanks for your recommendation – we really appreciate it! ⚽👏
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