Parent Information

Collection Information

Everything parents need to know about arrival, collection, clothing, refreshments and our weather policy.

Arrival

Students should arrive 10–15 minutes before their booked session.

Island Academy Football FieldIsland Academy Reception Area

Parents receive confirmation of the correct point before each Saturday.

Collection

Morning football collection10:45 am – 11:00 am
Chess collection2:30 pm
Full-day and afternoon football collection5:45 pm – 6:00 pm

Collection takes place from the Island Academy Football Field or Reception Area. The academy will confirm the exact location.

Sign-Out

Students must be signed out by an authorised adult unless written independent-travel permission has been approved.

Late Collection

Please note that repeated late collection may result in an additional supervision charge.

Clothing & Equipment

What to Bring

For Football

  • Football boots or suitable training shoes
  • Trainers for indoor movement
  • Sports clothing
  • Shin pads
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Change of shirt
  • Small towel

For Chess

  • Water bottle
  • Notebook
  • Pencil
  • Optional personal chess set
  • Optional digital chess clock

Chess sets and clocks will also be available at the academy.

Refreshments

The academy provides drinking water, fruit and approved healthy refreshments. Students staying for the full day should bring an approved packed lunch.

All allergies and dietary requirements must be declared.

Weather Policy

Football sessions may be modified because of extreme heat, lightning, heavy rain, unsafe field conditions or official weather alerts.

When outdoor football is unsafe, the academy may provide:

Indoor football theoryTactical video analysisFitness and movement activitiesAdditional chess trainingTeam strategy challenges

The safety of students takes priority.