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✅ Ages 2-15 📍 Hackney
⚽️ All Abilities 🗓️ Sunday Mornings
✅ Ages 2-15
📍 Hackney
⚽️ All Abilities
🗓️ Sunday Mornings
Football Coaching
in the Heart of Hackney
Our London Fields Football School offers fun, inclusive outdoor football sessions every Sunday morning in the heart of London Fields. Sessions are designed for children aged 2–15, welcoming all abilities in a positive and supportive environment.
Whether your child is taking their first steps in football or looking to develop their skills, our sessions focus on enjoyment, confidence and learning through play.
Why Choose LFS?
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FA Qualified Coaches
As a 3-Star Accredited Club, all of our coaches hold a minimum of FA Level 1 qualification.
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Small Group Sizes
We work in small groups to ensure every child receives attention, support and encouragement.
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Bursary Scheme
We offer financial support through our bursary scheme to help make football accessible for families who need it.
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Pathway to Teams
Players who are ready can progress into LFS teams with support from our coaches.
How Our Sunday Sessions Work
Warm-Up Activities
Simple movement activities to get children ready to playUnopposed Practices
Lots of touches while focusing on a different theme each weekTag Games
Fun games that develop agility, balance, coordination and speedOpposed Practices
1v1s and small challenges to apply skills against othersSmall-Sided Matches
Fast, small-sided games (up to 4v4) to put learning into practice
Session Times by Age Group
Sessions are split by school year to ensure appropriate coaching for each age group.
Toddler Squad
Under 3 years old
9:30am – 10:15am
3-5 years old
10:15am – 11:00am
Reception – Year 3
9:30am – 11:00am
Year 4 – Year 6
11:00am – 12:30pm
Year 7 – Year 9
12:30pm – 2:00pm
Getting to London Fields
📍 London Fields West Side, Hackney E8 3EU
🚆 Nearest Stations
London Fields (Weaver line) Approximately 5 minute walk
Hackney Central (Mildmay line) Approximately 12 minute walk
Dalston Junction (Windrush line) Approximately 17 minute walk
London Fields FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Children can start from 18 months in our toddler sessions. Our London Fields Sunday sessions cater for children of all ages, with groups organised appropriately on the day.
Yes. Our sessions are designed for all abilities, including children taking their first steps in football. The focus is on enjoyment, confidence and learning through play.
Children are grouped by age and ability to ensure sessions are safe, appropriate and enjoyable for everyone. We also ensure children feel comfortable within their group.
For outdoor park sessions, children should wear comfortable sports clothing and suitable footwear for grass, along with a water bottle. Football boots and shin pads are recommended but not essential for younger children.
Yes. Our coaches take a supportive and patient approach, allowing children to settle in at their own pace while gently encouraging confidence and participation.
All sessions are led by FA-qualified coaches, each holding First Aid, Safeguarding and DBS certification. London Football School is a 3-Star Accredited Club.
We aim to keep small group sizes, with multiple coaches present to ensure children receive support, attention and encouragement throughout the session.
Yes. Some children who attend our sessions also play for clubs or academies. Our park sessions are designed to complement other football activity.
Yes. Children who show readiness and interest may progress into our Development League or LFS teams, with guidance and support from our coaches.
Yes. We offer a free trial session so families can see if the sessions are right for their child before committing.
Sessions run for 38 weekends per year. This includes during half-term periods, with scheduled breaks at Christmas, Easter and over the Summer.
London Fields costs £50 per month, paid by monthly subscription.
Sessions run during term time across 38 sessions per year.
If you are from a low-income household, you may be eligible for financial support through our bursary scheme.
Fees for London Fields sessions are spread across 12 monthly payments, making costs consistent throughout the year, even during holiday breaks.
Subscriptions continue from term to term unless cancelled in your account. Cancelling also ends your child’s place, and re-registration is required to return.
If you are from a low-income household, you may be eligible for financial support through our bursary scheme.
Waiting Lists
The following London Fields sessions are currently full:
• Toddler Squad (Under 3 years old)
• Toddler Squad (3 – 5 years old)
• Toddler Squad (Under 3 years old)
• Toddler Squad (3 – 5 years old)