For parents
What your child gains
- A certificate from the Rio Ferdinand Foundation
- An impact report describing the contribution made
- A project suited to the IB CAS programme, subject to the school's approval
- New perspectives and connections with young people from a different part of the world
Hear it from a parent
A parent of a participating student talks about the trip in their own words.
Frequently asked questions
What is the trip?
A programme of seven to ten days in which international school students take part in community outreach, football and cultural experiences, alongside young people from the host community.
Who organises it?
FOOTBALL4iMPACT organises the programme with your child's school. In each destination we work with a local partner organisation that supports logistics, local knowledge and the safety of the group.
Who travels with my child?
Students travel as a school cohort with chaperones from the school.
What happens before the trip?
We hold a briefing for parents. Students attend preparation sessions about the destination and meet the other participants online before travel. Parents complete consent forms.
How is my child kept safe?
Safeguarding is built into how we plan and run each trip.
What does the trip cost?
Cost depends on the destination, the length of the trip and the balance of outreach and leisure agreed with the school. Your child's school will share the cost for its trip.
Can my child join without their school?
Not at present. Participation is through a school cohort.
