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GAME ON!

GAME ON! is a free social mobility programme, designed to help young people get into education and employment.

GAME ON! is an action-packed programme which runs 2 days a week for 6 to 8 weeks, offering a range of workshops, masterclasses, work experience, and personal support to 16-25 year olds conquer the world of work, education, or training.

By joining the programme, participants will be able to take advantage of the top-class facilities at Selhurst Park and Crystal Palace F.C. Academy in Beckenham, where the sessions are PRIMARILY based.

Delivered by experienced Palace for Life Foundation staff, the programme follows 4 Steps to Success: 

  1. Opportunities  -We help you understand the pathways for your career choice. 
  2. The Right Fit  -We support you in expanding your skillset and improving your CV. 
  3. My Network  – You’ll receive opportunities to volunteer and take on relevant work experience in line with your career aspirations. 
  4. Recognition  We help you to get the right qualifications, awards and experiences ready for your next steps.

All young people on the programme will be provided with 1 to 1 support, personalised development planning, as well as the opportunity to receive bursary support towards training and equipment. 

UPCOMING GAME ON! PROGRAMME DATES FOR 2023

6 WEEK COURSE

  • 23rd February – 31st March 2023
  • Every Thursday and Friday
  • Selhurst Park Stadium, Croydon, Crystal Palace F.C. Academy as well as trips to trips to different locations

SHORT COURSE

  • 29th June – 15th July 2023
  • Every Thursday and Friday
  • Selhurst Park Stadium, Croydon, Crystal Palace F.C. Academy as well as trips to trips to different locations

AGE GROUPS 

16 – 25 years old.  

REFER AN INDIVIDUAL FOR GAME ON!

To refer an individual for GAME ON! please click here

WANT TO FIND OUT MORE? 

If you like to find out some more information, please contact our ETE Coordinator Tom Richardson at  TomRichardson@palaceforlife.org. 

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