Bede’s School in Sussex has announced a prestigious commercial partnership with Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion FC. Grounded in shared values and community engagement, the collaboration celebrates and strengthens a pipeline of elite talent
Bede’s School is delighted to announce a prestigious new commercial partnership with Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion FC. This collaboration unites two of the South East’s leading institutions, establishing a strong partnership alignment rooted in shared values, community engagement and focus on developing excellence.
Bede’s boasts a rich history of nurturing top-tier talent, most notably midfielder Solly March who played for Brighton for over a decade. The pipeline of talent continues to thrive with recent success stories such as club scholar Fraser Widdop, Issy Ranger and Liam Doyle who recently signed professional contracts with Brighton, further cementing Bede’s reputation for sporting excellence.
Central to the success of the Bede’s football programme is its unique, holistic approach to athlete development. The School expertly balances a rigorous competitive fixture schedule – including the prestigious national HUDL league – with an exceptional academic support system. Through dedicated personal tutoring and bespoke educational pathways, Bede’s ensures that aspiring athletes do not have to compromise their education to achieve their professional sporting dreams.
Peter Goodyer, Headmaster and CEO of Bede’s School, expressed his pride in the new venture:
“We are thrilled to officially partner with Brighton & Hove Albion, a club that shares our values of community, ambition, and excellence. At Bede’s, we pride ourselves on setting the gold standard for independent schools in sports development. This partnership will offer our pupils unprecedented opportunities, both on and off the pitch, while continuing our proud tradition of producing world-class athletes.”
Jo Brooks, Head of Partnerships at Brighton & Hove Albion added:
“We are delighted to partner with Bede’s School. This collaboration presents an exceptional opportunity to create impactful experiences for the next generation, providing students with deeper insights into the sports industry and actively supporting their personal and professional development both on and off the pitch.”
The collaboration will see closer integration between the club and the school, featuring shared expertise, coaching insights, and exclusive opportunities for Bede’s pupils. It solidifies Bede’s position at the forefront of independent school sport, offering an environment where academic achievement and elite athletic performance go hand in hand.
To find our more about this exciting partnership see: www.bedes.org
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