The collaboration between SEK International School Dublin and Fundación Real Madrid is built on a shared goal: to offer educational and sporting experiences that help young people reach their full potential, both on and off the pitch.
Through exclusive programmes in Ireland, participants combine football training, international experiences and values-based education, developing qualities such as respect, perseverance, teamwork and personal growth.
A unique opportunity that brings together the international educational expertise of SEK International Schools with the methodology of one of the world’s most prestigious sporting institutions.
Participants train using the official Fundación Real Madrid methodology, which combines football development with the promotion of values that are essential for personal growth.
The programmes take place on the campus of SEK International School Dublin, where participants share experiences with students from many different nationalities while developing a truly global mindset.
Sport, education, international experiences and personal development come together to create a truly transformative experience.
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The Fundación Real Madrid Programme – Powered by SEK International School Dublin combines the academic excellence of SEK International School Dublin with the official methodology and values of Fundación Real Madrid.
Built around the principles of respect, leadership, teamwork, perseverance and personal growth, the programme offers children and young people a unique experience where education and sport work together to support their overall development.
Through an innovative approach, participants strengthen their academic, sporting and personal skills in a safe, international and multicultural environment, where every student receives personalised support tailored to their needs and aspirations.
The programme is structured around three distinct pathways.
The Educational Football Programme is designed for international students who wish to combine an outstanding education with a football training programme based on the official methodology of Fundación Real Madrid.
Students study at SEK International School Dublin, an authorised International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). Their academic education is complemented by a football training programme developed using the official Fundación Real Madrid methodology, designed to enhance each player’s technical, tactical, physical and personal development.
The programme combines academic excellence with sporting development, providing students with a balanced education that supports their academic, football and personal growth.
This programme is specially designed for international students seeking a transformative educational experience while developing their passion for football in an environment of excellence.
The After School Football Programme is designed for children and young people aged 6 to 17 who wish to develop their football skills throughout the academic year using the official Fundación Real Madrid methodology.
Open to both SEK International School Dublin students and external participants, the programme offers weekly training sessions organised by age and ability, ensuring personalised progression for every player.
Beyond technical and tactical development, the programme promotes essential values such as respect, commitment, teamwork, perseverance and fair play, creating an environment where every participant can grow both as a footballer and as an individual.
Participants are grouped by age and ability to provide a personalised learning experience throughout the academic year.
A unique international experience combining football, learning and cultural immersion
The Fundación Real Madrid Summer Clinic gives children and young people the opportunity to train using the official Fundación Real Madrid methodology while enjoying a genuine international experience on the campus of SEK International School Dublin.
Throughout the programme, participants combine football training with cultural activities and excursions. International participants also benefit from English language lessons and a fully immersive residential experience, developing both their sporting abilities and their personal skills.
The Fundación Real Madrid Summer Clinic is designed to give participants a truly international experience, helping them develop independence, build friendships with young people from around the world, and return home with unforgettable memories, valuable learning experiences and skills that will stay with them for life.
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