Academy Manager
Elliott
Academy Manager
Head Coach
London · Serving Petts Wood, Chelsfield, Crockenhill & more
FOOTBALL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT IN ORPINGTON AND CHISLEHURST.
From first kicks to competitive teams – expert coaching for ages 3–13. First session free.
126+local players weekly7weekly sessions4.8· Rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot
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126+ local kids are already training in Orpington and Chislehurst this week.
100k+
Players trained since 2008
126+
Players currently training at Orpington and Chislehurst
2
Venues across Orpington and Chislehurst
6
Qualified coaches
Weekly training
Training times in Orpington and Chislehurst
7 sessions across 1 venue. From £11 per session. Your first session is free.
Child's age
Day
4–7 yearsMonday
5:30pm – 6:30pmSt. Olave's Grammar School£11 per session
8–13 yearsMonday
5:30pm – 6:30pmSt. Olave's Grammar School£11 per session
7–13 yearsMondayGirls only
6:30pm – 7:30pmSt. Olave's Grammar School£11 per session
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Parent reviews
What WMF parents say.
Parent testimonials · WMF network
"I am impressed with We Make Footballers since day 1: the coaches, the set up, the skills and the team spirit. Really great job you do 👏 Andrei has improved a lot since starting with you."
Laura, Mum to AndreiVerified · Trustpilot
"I highly recommend We Make Footballers as a place to be coached, have fun and become a better player. We Make Footballers have created the possibility for higher level football for Betsy already."
Gary, Dad of BetsyVerified · Trustpilot
"Andreas has been attending We Make Footballers for a few weeks now and we’ve already seen a massive improvement in his confidence on the ball."
Mariana, Mum to AndreasVerified · Trustpilot
Your first session is free.
No commitment. Just bring boots, shin pads and a water bottle.
More than weekly training
Everything your child needs as they grow with the game.
About Orpington and Chislehurst Academy
Orpington and Chislehurst's leading football academy.
Our academy is dedicated to providing the highest quality football training for children aged 4–12 in Orpington and Chislehurst and the surrounding areas.
- Qualified coaches
- Small group sizes for individual attention
- 500+ football touches per session
- Proven development curriculum
- Pathway to competitive football
- Fun, positive environment
Our Orpington and Chislehurst academy welcomes families from Orpington and Chislehurst, Petts Wood, Chelsfield, Crockenhill, Hazelwood and surrounding areas.
RAPIDLY IMPROVE SKILLS & TECHNIQUE
GAIN CONFIDENCE ON AND OFF THE PITCH
FALL IN LOVE WITH THE GAME
MAKE FRIENDS IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT
Orpington and Chislehurst · 126+ players training
What's on in Orpington and Chislehurst.
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Weekly core training
The heart of the academy — 60 minutes a week, every week of term.
Where everyone starts
Try a session, free.
Boots, shin pads, water bottle. That's it — we'll do the rest.
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Holiday camps
Full days of football through the school holidays.
Closest academy running itChislehurst Academy · 3 miles away
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Birthday parties
60–90 coach-led minutes of games and a tournament. You bring the cake.
Closest academy running itChislehurst Academy · 3 miles away
Open to our players
Scouting events
Showcase days in front of pro club scouts. 350+ WMF players have signed.
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Foundation league
First taste of match football — in-house games, graded so every child gets a fair contest.
Closest academy running itBeckenham Academy · 6 miles away
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WMF FC teams
Age-banded squads training twice a week and playing in local youth leagues.
Closest club you can joinDulwich WMF FC · 10 miles away
Competitive pathway
Ready for the next step?
Orpington and Chislehurst Academy players ready for more can step up to age-banded competitive teams that train twice a week – the natural next step for players ready to test themselves in real matches.
Join a teamHave fun. Go pro.
From a local WMF academy to Bayern Munich.
Michael Olise started with us aged 6. He's one of 350+ WMF players to sign professional contracts – and Orpington and Chislehurst is part of the same pathway.
Luke Plange
Grasshopper Zürich
Alfie Gilchrist
West Brom
Clubs our players have signed for
ChelseaArsenalWest HamTottenhamQPRWatfordReadingBayern MunichCrystal PalaceMillwallWest BromDerby CountyFulhamBrightonMan CityLiverpoolBrentfordAberdeen
2 Training Venues
WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS.
Cooper's School Chislehurst
Beech Hurst Close, Chislehurst, UK
BR7 5PW
Parking
Free road parking nearby.
Areas we cover
Local football training pages for every area we serve.
Meet Your Coaches
EXPERT COACHING IN ORPINGTON AND CHISLEHURST.
Our qualified coaches are passionate about developing every child's potential.
Academy Manager
John
Academy Manager
Head Coach
Finn
Head Coach
Head Coach
Ollie
Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Amelia
Assistant Coach
Head Coach
Callum
Head Coach
Head Coach
Jacob
Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Joe
Assistant Coach
FAQs
Questions about Orpington and Chislehurst?
Find answers to common questions about training at Orpington and Chislehurst Academy. Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch with our team.
Contact us
Get in touch with Orpington and Chislehurst.
Have questions? Our friendly team is here to help.
Call us07507602370 John 07400363781 ElliottEmail usorpington@wemakefootballers.comFind us2 training venues — see the map
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Join 126+ players already training at Orpington and Chislehurst Academy. Your child's journey starts with a free session.
St. Olave's Grammar School · BR6 9SHCooper's School Chislehurst · BR7 5PW