This month saw the official opening of our new football facility at Great Baddow High School. Over the past 5 months we have seen the development of the new facility, which includes an exceptional 3G football pitch and first-class changing rooms.

Students from Years 7-11 were invited to take part in specifically designed football sessions led by the coaches from the West Ham Football Club Foundation. Students were actively involved in a range of small-sided possession games, passing drills and shooting activities, challenging them as football players.

It was fantastic to see the coaches working with our students, providing them with an additional opportunity to improve their skills and receive feedback. The coaches complimented the quality and commitment of all of the students involved.

Staff spoke with students at the end of the session and Mr Farmer officially declared the facility as open.

The Sports Department are delighted to be able to now fully utilise the pitch, with PE lesson taking place on there daily and also the extra-curricular clubs and fixtures.

The facility will also be used by the local community, providing an additional space for local clubs and groups to hire, as well as the opportunity for the West Ham Football Club Foundation to use the facility for their Holiday Hammers Football Camps for young footballers aged 5 to 14.

West Ham United Foundation Holiday Camps.