Everything you need to feel confident, informed, and welcome

 Whether you’re a parent, carer, volunteer, adult player, or just someone supporting from the sidelines—you are a vital part of what we do.

This page is your go-to guide for everything you need to know before attending or supporting one of our sessions.

We work with:

• Children aged 3+

• Teenagers navigating big life changes

• Adults wanting to reconnect with football and themselves

• Families who need a little extra support

• Neurodivergent and disabled players of all ages

We don’t just create football sessions—we create belonging.

 • All sessions are FA-affiliated and indoors (rain won’t stop play!)

• Sessions are non-competitive, inclusive and pressure-free

• We group players by age and/or ability

• Parents/carers are welcome pitch-side or can drop off

• Coaches and volunteers are DBS checked and trained in safeguarding

• No football experience is needed—our focus is on fun and confidence

 • Comfortable sports clothes, football boots & shin pads

• A drink (we do offer free water too)

• Warm layers for colder months it can still get chilly inside! 

• Confidence not required — that’s what we build here 💪

 For children or adults with additional needs, our Director of Inclusive Programmes, Michele De Paola, will personally contact you after booking. She will:

• Help you prepare your or your child for their first session

• Answer any questions you may have

• Create a confidential support profile to help our team understand and meet your child’s needs

• Build a working partnership with you so you feel supported too

 We take child safety seriously.

Before your child joins, please complete our Consent Form so we have all emergency contacts, allergy info, and permission for photos (if you’re happy with that)..

 Our safeguarding lead is Michele De Paola. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out.

 • FA-affiliated club

• All coaches and volunteers are DBS checked

• Safeguarding lead: Michele De Paola

• First-aid qualified team members always present

• No photos of children shared without permission

 Community Kicks is proud to run under the umbrella of Vision For All CIC, a UK-registered charity dedicated to empowering communities through grassroots sport, education, and inclusion.

Through Vision For All, we’re able to offer:

• Funded spaces for families who need them

• Inclusive sessions for neurodivergent and disabled players

• Educational programmes for teens and parents

• Emotional support, mentorship, and community outreach

 Stay in the loop with session updates, photos (with permission), and friendly reminders.

It’s the easiest way to stay connected with us and other parents.

We keep it friendly, useful, and drama-free — promise!

 “This is the only place my son feels like he belongs.”

“We’ve never found anything this welcoming and pressure-free before.”

“It’s helped my daughter more than I can explain. You’ve changed our family life.”

We welcome your feedback and are always listening. Use the Feedback Form to share your experience.

 Q: What if my child is anxious or shy?

A: That’s completely normal. Let us know in advance—we’ll introduce them gently, pair them with a buddy, and help them ease in at their pace.

Q: What if I can’t afford the donation?

A: Just use the code FUNDED at checkout. We will never turn a player away due to cost.

Q: Can I stay with my child?

A: Yes! For younger or anxious players, parents are welcome to stay pitch-side.

Q: Do I need to bring anything special?

A: Just comfy clothes, boots that are on the image above, and a water bottle. No kit? No problem—we’ve got spares!