Educational Stadium Tour Experiences at Manchester City FC
As a world-class centre for sporting excellence, Manchester City Football Club has opened its doors for a unique educational opportunity that merges academia with real-world football insights. Manchester City educational tours
Home to Manchester City FC, the Etihad Stadium not only hosts thrilling matches but also offers immersive educational tours tailored to align with the National Curriculum. Designed by industry experts and educators, these tours target specific learning objectives for Key Stages 2 – 5, offering a unique and engaging learning experience in Business Studies, PE / Sports, English/Media Studies, Geography and careers advice
Be part of an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience that provides an unparalleled opportunity to engage with football beyond the pitch.
Discover the Insightful World of Manchester City
As a club renowned for its pioneering spirit and commitment to excellence, Manchester City’s Educational Stadium Tours offer students a rare glimpse into the multifaceted world of modern football.
By exploring various departments such as media, player performance, and commercial management, students gain invaluable insights into careers that fuel the sports industry.
Moreover, the experience strengthens critical thinking and problem-solving skills, giving young minds the tools to explore potential career paths with confidence and curiosity.
Experience Highlights
Match Report
Differentiated versions available for English Key Stages 2-5 and Media Studies Key Stages 3-5
Transform your students into sports journalists through our immersive Match Report experience, designed specifically to meet objectives in the National Curriculum for both English and Media Studies.
Our dynamic hands-on media workshop enables students to feel what it is like for footballers to be interviewed after a match within one of football’s most prestigious venues.
The experience not only enriches your English curriculum but also provides students with valuable insights into the exciting world of sports journalism, all within the inspiring environment of the Etihad Stadium’s interview rooms.
Day in the Life of a Footballer
Differentiated versions available for Science Key Stages 2-4 and PE / Sport Key Stages 3-5
Students will investigate elements of a football player’s routine, gaining insights into fitness, diet, and preparation. Our staff offer detailed knowledge in player-dedicated areas, focusing on health and performance. Through real-world examples, students explore the science behind elite sport from nutrition planning and recovery techniques to the latest in sports science technology.
They’ll discover how players maintain peak physical condition, discuss the importance of sleep, and learn about the crucial role of sports scientists and nutritionists in modern football.
Stadium as a Business
Suitable for Business Studies Key Stages 3-5
This experience involves commercial operations within the stadium. Students are challenged to create innovative ideas and solutions for a selection of commercial ventures, embedding their learning classroom through real-life application. Our expert guides demonstrate how a Premier League club operates as a business, exploring matchday operations and retail management.
Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, students discover the complexity of stadium economics, including hospitality services, match day expenditure and income, and merchandise operations. They’ll gain practical insights into how Business Studies concepts apply to the real Etihad Stadium throughout the years, bringing theoretical business and principles to life in an engaging and memorable way.
Urban Regeneration
Differentiated versions available for Geography Key Stages 3-5, Local History KS2, and Urban Regeneration for University
Using the Etihad Campus as a live case study, students explore urban regeneration principles, historical cases, and economic impacts through presentations and site tours. Our expert guides showcase the remarkable transformation of East Manchester, demonstrating how the stadium and surrounding facilities have become a catalyst for community development and economic growth.
Students will examine the multiple phases of regeneration, from initial planning to current developments, understanding the social, economic, and environmental impacts on the local area. Through practical examples and visual evidence, they’ll learn how large-scale sporting venues can drive sustainable urban development, create employment opportunities, and enhance community facilities, providing real-world context to geographical and economic theories.
Comprehensive Experience Inclusions
- Pre-visit lesson plan with presentation and printable resources
- Full stadium tour with expert educational guides
- Post-visit lesson plan with presentation and printable resources
- Student lanyards for tour accreditation
- Opportunities for group photographs for school newsletters and magazines
- Free parking for schools
- Photography permissions for smartphones and small digital cameras
Call to Action
Transform classroom theory into real-world experience at one of football’s most innovative venues.
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