Train five days a week under UEFA Pro-licensed Getafe CF coaches in Madrid while earning a fully accredited American High School Diploma or International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma at Aquinas American School.
The Getafe CF football boarding school program places international student-athletes inside the official academy structure of Getafe C.F., a professional club competing in LaLiga, Spain’s top division. With 22 seasons at the highest level of Spanish football and a stadium — the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez — holding 17,000 spectators, Getafe CF is an established professional environment rather than an independent academy borrowing a club name.
Players train under coaches who hold a UEFA Pro Licence and work within the official Getafe CF methodology, the same system used to develop the club’s own professional first-team squad. Madrid’s status as Spain’s most concentrated football city — home to four LaLiga clubs — means students are immersed in professional football culture from the moment they arrive.
The academic partner for the Getafe CF boarding school program is Aquinas American School (AAS), an international college-preparatory high school located in Pozuelo de Alarcón in the Madrid suburbs. AAS holds accreditation from the IB Organisation, the NCAA, College Board (SAT), and MSA-CESS, and has a student body representing more than 45 nationalities.
Students can pursue a fully accredited American High School Diploma (Grades 9–12), an International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (Grades 11–12), or — for older students — a Student Athlete Program tailored to combine intensive morning training schedules with afternoon academic sessions. The school’s dual accreditation from both the NCAA and the IB Organisation means the qualification earned here opens pathways to both North American college programs and competitive European universities.
Train at Getafe CF’s Ciudad Deportiva while living and studying in Pozuelo de Alarcón, one of Madrid’s quietest and most family-oriented residential suburbs.
The full season runs September to June; a semester option covers either September to January or February to June for players who cannot commit to a full academic year.
The program is open to male players across all four years of high school, with a dedicated Student Athlete Program track available exclusively to students in Grades 11 and 12.
All academic instruction at Aquinas American School is delivered entirely in English — no prior Spanish is required to join, though Spanish as a Second Language is available as an elective.
Students choose the track that fits their academic goals and grade level, each fully accredited and recognised by universities in North America, Europe, and beyond.
The academic year opens on 1 September and closes in June , with breaks for Christmas and Easter built into the school calendar.
The GIMFA program is designed for male football players in Grades 9 through 12 — broadly 14 to 18 years old — who are committed to pursuing football at the highest level they can reach. The program is structured for players who already train seriously and want to experience the methodology of a Spanish professional club in a full-season competitive environment. All students go through an academic admission process at Aquinas American School and an interview before being accepted. Nationality is open internationally, though non-EU passport holders face an additional mandatory guardianship package and visa process.
This program suits families who want their child’s football development and academic credentials to progress in parallel rather than one at the expense of the other. The dual accreditation of Aquinas American School means parents can pursue a US college soccer pathway (NCAA-eligible school), a European university route via the IB Diploma, or simply a rigorous American High School Diploma with recognized international standing. Families should be prepared for a full-season commitment of ten months, and for their child to live, study, and train in Madrid with 24/7 supervised residency throughout the school year.
This program is unlikely to suit players looking primarily for short-term football exposure without a serious academic component, since school attendance at AAS is mandatory every weekday. It is also not suitable for players who need single-room accommodation — the residence operates on a shared double-room basis. Families who are not prepared for the full commitment of ten months of supervised boarding life, or who want a program outside Spain, should explore other options before enquiring.
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Getafe C.F. is a professional football club based in Getafe, a city located 13 kilometres south of Madrid. The club competes in LaLiga, Spain’s top-flight professional division, and has spent 22 seasons at that level — a record that places it firmly among Spain’s established professional clubs rather than its recent promotees. The club has reached the final of the Copa del Rey on two occasions and plays its home matches at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez, which holds 17,000 spectators.
Through GIMFA — the Getafe International Madrid Football Academy — the club runs an official international academy program that gives selected student-athletes access to the club’s coaching staff, facilities, and methodology.
For an international family, what this means practically is that players are not training in a generic football school that happens to use a club’s badge: they are inside the club’s own development ecosystem, trained by coaches selected and endorsed by Getafe CF’s First Division staff. Oxasport works as an official partner of this program, meaning families benefit from guided enrollment support throughout the full admission process at no additional cost.
The GIMFA training methodology is the official Getafe CF methodology, applied directly by coaches who are embedded within the club’s structure. The approach follows a four-stage development cycle: an initial player evaluation that identifies technical level, physical profile, and individual development goals; a personalised planning phase that sets position-specific objectives and seasonal targets; a daily implementation phase built around high-intensity sessions covering technical execution, tactical awareness, and mental resilience; and a structured performance review phase using data analysis and individual feedback.
Each player follows a personalised development plan rather than a uniform group program, which means the coaching and session design are adjusted to position, level, and long-term goals. Alongside technical and tactical work, the methodology explicitly includes psychological development, which the club addresses through an on-staff psychologist. The use of GPS performance tracking and individual video analysis gives the program a sports-science infrastructure that goes beyond what most independent football academies offer.
Five training days per week are built into the weekly timetable, with the training schedule adjusting by day — strength and injury prevention on Monday, Getafe CF U19 coach-led sessions on Tuesday, technical-tactical work on Wednesday, position-specific sessions on Thursday, and strategy preparation on Friday.
All head coaches within the GIMFA program hold a UEFA Pro Licence, the highest coaching qualification issued by UEFA, and are selected through a process endorsed by Getafe CF’s own First Division coaching staff. The program operates with two dedicated coaches per team, ensuring players receive both team-level tactical coaching and individual attention. Specialist support roles extend the program well beyond standard coach-to-player ratios: a Performance Video Analyst tracks individual and team output; a Physical Coach manages GPS-based load monitoring and builds personalised physical development programs by position; two Physiotherapists attend all training sessions and matches; and a dedicated Goalkeeper Coach delivers position-specific development. Outside the purely football-related staff, the program also employs a Nutritionist, a Psychologist, a College and Career Counsellor, and an Academic Advisor — a support structure that reflects the dual student-athlete identity the program is designed to serve.
Training takes place five days per week, Monday through Friday, with sessions scheduled in the afternoon from 15:00 to 17:00 (3:00 to 5:00 pm) following morning school at Aquinas American School. Each training day has a different focus that builds through the week — physical conditioning at the start, progressing through Getafe CF coach-led technical-tactical sessions, to pre-match strategy by Friday. Weekend days are structured around official league matches, cultural and social activities organised by the residence, and free time in the afternoon and evening.
| Day | Morning Session | Afternoon / Session |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | School — Aquinas American School (8:30–14:45) | Strength training and Injury Prevention (15:00–17:00) |
| Tuesday | School — Aquinas American School (8:30–14:45) | Training with Getafe CF coaches (15:00–17:00) |
| Wednesday | School — Aquinas American School (8:30–14:45) | Technical and tactical training (15:00–17:00) |
| Thursday | School — Aquinas American School (8:30–14:45) | Position-specific training (15:00–17:00) |
| Friday | School — Aquinas American School (8:30–14:45) | Strategy training and match preparation (15:00–17:00) |
| Saturday | Free time / Events (8:30–14:45) | League matches / Free time (17:30–20:00) |
| Sunday | Free time / Events (8:30–14:45) | League matches / Free time (17:30–20:00) |
Note: Weekend match times vary according to the official league and tournament schedule.
Player development is tracked through a structured four-step cycle that begins with a comprehensive evaluation on arrival — covering technical assessment, physical profiling, and identification of individual development goals. This feeds a personalised action plan with seasonal objectives and position-specific targets. Through the season, GPS monitoring by the Physical Coach tracks training load and physical output; the Performance Video Analyst records and reviews individual match and session footage; and the Physiotherapy team monitors physical condition and manages injury prevention protocols. Formal performance assessments take place at set points in the cycle, producing individual feedback reports and updated development goals.
Players compete in 50 to 55 matches per season including official league fixtures every weekend and participation in elite national and international tournaments. Academy teams compete in the Spanish football pyramid against the youth academies of professional clubs such as Villarreal CF, Espanyol, Deportivo de La Coruña, Mallorca, and Sporting de Gijón — as well as regular friendly matches against competitive regional clubs. The program includes participation in 3 top-level tournaments per year. Stadium tours and attendance at LaLiga and Second Division matches are organised monthly as part of the broader professional immersion experience.
| Type | Frequency | Level of Opposition |
|---|---|---|
| Official league matches | Every weekend (approx. 35–40 per season) | Spanish youth football pyramid — professional club academies and competitive regional clubs |
| Top-level national / international tournaments | 3 per season | Elite national and international academy level |
| Regular friendly matches | Throughout season | Competitive regional clubs |
| Stadium tours and live LaLiga / Segunda División matches | Monthly | Professional — LaLiga and Segunda División |
Physical conditioning is embedded across the weekly training structure rather than isolated into a single gym session per week. Monday’s dedicated field session covers strength training and injury prevention; Thursday introduces position-specific physical demands; and the Personal Trainer designs individualised physical programs based on each player’s position and athletic profile, supported by GPS data.
Two Physiotherapists attend every training session and match, providing both proactive injury prevention support and reactive player care. A Nutritionist on staff provides performance nutrition guidance, and a Psychologist supports mental performance, confidence, and emotional balance — an increasingly standard component of high-level development programs. Access to the AAS residence gym is also available to all boarding students.
Everything on the GIMFA program happens across a compact area of southwest Madrid. Your school, your residence, and your training ground are all within easy reach of each other — and the rest of the city is just as accessible. Explore the City of Madrid and Football Facilities using the interactive map.
Academic quality is a structural part of the GIMFA program — Aquinas American School is an internationally accredited institution whose qualifications open doors to universities in North America, Europe, and beyond, ensuring that a player’s education keeps pace with their football development regardless of which professional path they ultimately follow.
School name: Aquinas American School (AAS)
School location: Calle Poniente 20, Urbanización Monte Alina, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain — High School Campus. (AAS Student Residence: Calle de los Ciruelos 14, Urbanización Montepríncipe, Alcorcón, Madrid.)
Student body: Boarding capacity of up to 90 male and female students. The wider school community represents 45+ nationalities.
Aquinas American School is a college-preparatory international boarding school serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Its combination of American curriculum rigour, IB certification, and NCAA accreditation makes it a strong fit for international student-athletes who need a credential that travels — whether to a US college, a British university, or a European institution. The school’s long-term teaching faculty work closely with the residence team, which means academic and welfare staff communicate directly rather than operating in parallel silos. AAS graduates have gone on to study at colleges and universities in North America, Europe, and beyond.
The American High School Diploma at AAS is a fully accredited qualification available to students in Grades 9 through 12. The curriculum is recognised by the NCAA, making it directly applicable to the US college athletics pathway, and by international universities across Europe. Students earn 7 academic credits per year in a program that balances academic rigour with the flexibility student-athletes need to manage training, travel, and matches. All teaching is delivered 100% in English by American-credentialled teachers, making it accessible to international students without Spanish language skills from day one.
The IB Diploma Program is available to students in Grades 11 and 12 as a two-year qualification. Offered by AAS and delivered 100% in English, the IB Diploma is one of the most widely recognised pre-university qualifications in the world, accepted by universities across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. AAS is described in program materials as one of the top IB schools in Spain. The IB track carries an additional fee. The two-year commitment means this option is best suited to students enrolling no later than Grade 11.
A new academic track introduced for students in Grades 11 and 12, the Student Athlete Program is designed specifically for those combining high-performance sport with their final years of school. Classes run Monday through Thursday from 15:00 to 18:00 — in the afternoon, after morning training — and students take four subjects per year, one from each of four curriculum blocks (English/Language, Mathematics, History and Business, Sciences and Philosophy). Classes meet three times per week in person and all materials are also available online, providing flexibility for tournament travel. The SAP program fee for 2026–27 is €45,000 for a full season (September–June). Additional opportunities within this track include Spanish Federation Coaching License courses (Level 1 or 2) and Spanish as a Second Language classes.
Aquinas American School holds formal NCAA approval for its curriculum, meaning the academic credit earned here meets the eligibility requirements set by the National Collegiate Athletic Association for international student-athletes seeking to compete in US college sports. This is a significant practical advantage for any player whose pathway includes a US university soccer program — the academic and athletic credential built during the GIMFA program directly supports NCAA eligibility clearance. College and Career Counselling is included in the program for all students, with the counsellor supporting applications to colleges and universities in both the US and Europe. The GIMFA program’s dual emphasis on competitive match exposure and a structured academic credential makes it a credible base for building a profile that satisfies both athletic recruiters and academic admissions offices.
All academic instruction at Aquinas American School is delivered 100% in English, across all qualification tracks. This means international students from any country can join the program and follow a full academic curriculum without prior knowledge of Spanish. The school community is highly international — 45+ nationalities represented — so English-as-a-working-language is the daily norm rather than an accommodation. For students who wish to develop Spanish language skills alongside their English-medium studies, the SAP track explicitly includes Spanish as a Second Language as an additional elective option. Basic Spanish will naturally develop through daily life in Madrid, but it is not a prerequisite for academic success on this program.
Weekdays follow a structured routine designed around the two pillars of the program. School at Aquinas American School runs from 8:30 to 14:45, covering the full academic curriculum in a morning-to-mid-afternoon block. Students return to the residence after school, take a snack at 17:00 following the end of football training (15:00–17:00), then move into a dedicated study period from 18:30 to 20:00. Dinner follows at 20:00, with lights out at 22:00. Study hours on weekday evenings (Monday through Thursday) are a formal part of the timetable, not optional. The schedule adapts around tournament travel, with online materials available to keep students current with coursework when competing away from Madrid.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:45 – 08:00 | Breakfast |
| 08:30 – 14:45 | School — Aquinas American School |
| 15:00 – 17:00 | Football training |
| 17:00 | Snack |
| 18:30 – 20:00 | Study hours (Monday–Thursday) |
| 20:00 – 21:30 | Dinner |
| 22:00 | Lights out / Sleep |
The AAS Student Residence is a purpose-built facility in Pozuelo de Alarcón, supervised around the clock by resident House Parents, providing the structured and supportive daily environment that allows student-athletes to train and study at the level this program demands.
Residence name: AAS Student Residence (also referred to as the Aquinas Student Residence)
Location: Calle de los Ciruelos 14, Urbanización Montepríncipe, Alcorcón, Madrid, 28668, Spain. Located in a quiet residential, gated community in the Madrid suburbs, approximately 4 km / 8 minutes from the Aquinas American School campus by private bus.
Managed by: Aquinas American School
The residence was built in September 2021 and is located within the gated community of Montepríncipe in Alcorcón, one of Madrid’s quieter and more residential suburbs. The surrounding neighbourhood includes a pharmacy, private hospital, supermarket, and sports facilities within the community perimeter — meaning students have access to essential services without leaving a supervised environment. The residence accommodates up to 90 male and female students and is staffed by 6 live-in House Parents — one couple per floor — who are present full time and are mostly also teaching faculty members at the school. Access to central Madrid is straightforward via the ML3 metro ligero line or buses 573, 571, and 574.
All students live in double rooms with private en suite bathrooms. Each room is equipped with an XL twin bed, sheets and bedding, desk with desk light and shelving, wardrobe with hanging space and drawers, under-bed storage, reading light, nightstand, thermostat-controlled heating and cooling, darkening blinds, and both WiFi and ethernet connections. Towels, bath mat, and bathroom storage are also provided per student. The residence’s cleaning staff clean common areas daily, change towels and sheets weekly, and clean individual student rooms twice per week. A laundry service is available multiple times per week for both personal and school clothing.
Full board is included in the program fee, with three meals per day plus snacks provided. Breakfast runs from 06:45 to 08:00; lunch is served at school (11:15 to 15:00 on school days); a snack is served at the residence at 17:00 after training; and dinner runs from 20:00 to 21:30. On Saturdays and Sundays, breakfast is served from 09:00 to 10:30 and lunch from 13:00 to 14:30. Meals are prepared in the residence’s own kitchen by in-house catering staff. A Nutritionist is also on staff within the football program, providing performance nutrition guidance to student-athletes to ensure that what they eat supports their training load.
The residence operates with 6 live-in House Parents who are present full time — one couple per floor — and who supervise students from 08:00 to 22:00 via the residence phone and WhatsApp contact points. Full-night surveillance is in place within the residence building, and 24-hour security covers the wider Montepríncipe gated community. International health insurance is included in the program fee for all students. Non-EU students are required to take the Guardianship Package (€2,000 additional fee), which provides formal legal guardianship services, visa and residency support, and notary documentation. The Head of Boarding Program and Boarding Program Coordinator are named points of contact for families.
The Getafe CF boarding school program — GIMFA — is an all-inclusive investment that covers elite football training under UEFA Pro-licensed coaches, full academic tuition at Aquinas American School, full board accommodation with 24/7 supervision, and comprehensive pastoral and sports science support throughout the season.
| Program Option | Duration | Price | Who It Is For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Season — Standard Program (GIMFA) | 10 months (September–June) | €49,000 | Grades 9–12; students enrolling for the first time or returning; American AHSD or IB track |
| Semester — Standard Program (GIMFA) | 5 months (Sep–Jan or Feb–Jun) | €32,000 | Students unable to commit to a full season; first-time enrolees testing the program |
| Student Athlete Program (SAP) | 10 months (September–June) | €45,000 | Grades 11–12 only; afternoon academic schedule designed around intensive morning training |
| AAS Boarding Program only (no GIMFA football) | 10 months (September–June) | €44,000 | Students joining AAS boarding without the GIMFA football program |
| AAS Boarding Program — Semester | 5 months (Sep–Jan or Feb–Jun) | €27,000 | AAS boarding only; semester option |
| Fee | Amount | Who It Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| Guardianship Package | +€2,000 | Non-EU passport holders (mandatory) — includes guardianship services, visa and residency support, notary costs |
| IB Diploma Program supplement | approx. €2,000/year (2-year program) | Students choosing the IB track |
| Refundable Deposit | €1,000 | All students — returned at end of enrolment if no outstanding balance |
| Annual Prepaid Wallet | €1,000/year | All students — non-refundable; covers cafeteria extras and incidental charges |
New Students: Payment for new students is made in three instalments: 30% of total fees upon acceptance; 40% due on 10 September; and the remaining 30% due on 10 January.
Returning Students: Returning students pay a non-refundable registration fee of €5,000 by 1 March of the preceding academic year; 30% of total fees (minus the €5,000 registration fee) by 30 June; 40% by 10 September; and 30% by 10 January.
The program is open to international students regardless of nationality. Non-EU passport holders are required to take the Guardianship Package at an additional €2,000, which covers the legal guardianship, visa and Spanish residency support, and notary expenses required to obtain a Spanish student visa. EU passport holders are exempt from this requirement.
The two questions families ask us most are about the depth of the Getafe CF connection and the standard of the academics. On the football side: coaches are selected and endorsed by Getafe CF’s First Division staff, and the methodology players train within is the club’s own — not a licensed version of it. Official Getafe CF coaches attend training sessions of the student-athletes and follow their progress and development.
On the academic side: Aquinas American School is a fully accredited institution recognised by the NCAA and the IB Organisation, preparing students for universities in North America, Europe, and beyond. The boarding setup at AAS means both elements are managed within a single structured environment, which families tell us simplifies the decision considerably compared to trying to arrange elite training and serious academics separately.
The program is structurally designed to produce three types of outcome. First, football development outcomes: players complete a full Spanish professional league season against the youth academies of LaLiga and Segunda División clubs, accumulating 50–55 competitive matches and three top-level tournaments in a single year — a volume of high-quality competition that is difficult to replicate outside a professional club environment. Second, academic outcomes: students leave with a formally accredited qualification — an American High School Diploma, IB Diploma, or SAP academic credits — from a school that prepares graduates for universities in North America, Europe, and beyond. Third, pathway outcomes: the combination of NCAA eligibility (via AAS) and competitive European football exposure gives students a dual profile that supports both US college soccer recruitment and European university applications.
Oxasport guides families through every step of the GIMFA application process as an official partner of the program, at no additional cost to the family. You do not need to contact GIMFA or Aquinas American School directly to begin — reaching out to Oxasport is the starting point, and we will manage coordination with the program throughout. There is no cost to making an initial enquiry, and we will give you an honest assessment of whether this program suits your child before any commitment is made.
Submit an enquiry through Oxasport using the contact form on this page. We will respond within 24 hours with the full Getafe CF International Madrid Football Academy program brochure and program pricing.
Submit your online application through the official Aquinas American School Admissions Portal. Oxasport guides you every step of the way. The Academy evaluates whether the player meets the athletic and developmental profile for the program.
Students who pass the initial evaluation must complete the Aquinas American School academic admission process — which includes an interview conducted either online or in person. At Oxasport, we remain available throughout to answer questions from the family and relay any information requested by the Academy. A visit to the campus in Pozuelo de Alarcón is encouraged but not mandatory if travel is not practical.
The Academic staff provide their admissions decision. Accepted students receive the enrollment agreement and payment instructions to secure their place.
Oxasport is an official partner of the GIMFA program, which means we have a direct working relationship with the program coordinators and are integrated into the admission process. We coordinate with you and the academy staff to ensure a smooth enrollment process. There is no additional fee for working through Oxasport — our support is provided at no cost to you, the family, and we do not add any charge to the published program fee. Families receive exactly the same pricing as if they applied directly, with the added benefit of guided support throughout.
Madrid is Spain’s capital and its largest city, with a population of around 3.3 million in the city proper. For a family considering sending a teenager to live abroad, the practical picture is reassuring: Spain is consistently rated as one of Europe’s safest countries, and the specific setting of the GIMFA program — the residential, gated community of Montepríncipe in Alcorcón and the Pozuelo de Alarcón suburb — is notably quiet and family-oriented compared to Madrid’s city centre. Students are within easy reach of central Madrid via the ML3 metro ligero line, which means weekends can include the full range of cultural, social, and culinary experiences the city offers — museums, parks, restaurants, music — without the residence being located in a noisy urban environment. Madrid’s climate is generally sunny and dry, particularly from spring through autumn, which supports year-round outdoor training.
Madrid is the most concentrated professional football environment in Spain. During the 2026–27 season, the city is home to four LaLiga clubs — Real Madrid, Atlético de Madrid, Getafe CF, and CD Leganés — and multiple Segunda División clubs including AD Alcorcón and others. The Spanish National Football Team’s training centre and the Professional Football League headquarters are also based in Madrid. For a young player, this creates an immersive environment that extends beyond the training pitch: LaLiga and Segunda División matches are accessible on weekends, professional players and coaches are visible in the city’s broader football community, and the intensity of football culture that permeates everyday life in Madrid is unlike anything available in most other European cities. The GIMFA program formalises this immersion through monthly stadium tours and organised attendance at professional matches, but the exposure begins the moment a player arrives.
Madrid Adolfo Suárez Barajas Airport (MAD) is one of Europe’s busiest international hubs, with direct connections from all major European cities, North America, Latin America, and beyond. The AAS Student Residence is located approximately 20–30 minutes from the airport by car or taxi. The residence to school transport is managed by the program — a private bus collects students each morning at 07:45 and 08:05, and returns from campus at 15:00 and 16:30. GIMFA training sessions at Getafe CF facilities are also managed through program transport. For wider Madrid access, the ML3 (Metro Ligero) line and bus routes 573, 571, and 574 connect the Montepríncipe community to the city. Parents flying in for visits will find Pozuelo de Alarcón easily accessible by both car and public transport.
Oxasport is a Belgian educational football agency and an official partner of the Getafe International Madrid Football Academy, which means we are directly integrated into the program’s admission process.
When a family chooses to enquire through Oxasport, we open a direct line to the program coordinators at GIMFA and Aquinas American School on their behalf giving priority to their request. Our process begins with an honest assessment of whether the program is the right fit for your child: we look at age, academic level, football background, and family goals before we recommend proceeding. If we believe the program fits, we guide the family through every step from initial evaluation to document preparation and coordination with the Academy and School coordinators.
There is no additional cost for any of this support — Oxasport’s fee is covered by the program, not the family, and the price you pay is identical to the published program fee.
Why Families Choose to Work With Oxasport
Most families researching the GIMFA program are also looking at one or two other options — whether that is another Madrid-based program, a different Spanish city, or a different academic model. That is the right approach, and we encourage it. The right program depends on the player’s age, passport, academic level, football ambition, and family priorities — and there is no single answer that fits every situation. The comparisons below are designed to help, not to sell.
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If your question is not covered below, contact the Oxasport team directly — we respond to every enquiry within 24 hours.
The program has limited enrolment each season, and places are offered on a rolling basis as applications are received and evaluated. Early application is highly recommended. Returning students must pay a non-refundable €5,000 registration fee by 1 March of the preceding academic year to hold their place. Contact Oxasport for current availability for next academic year intake.
No. The program is open to students of any nationality. Non-EU passport holders must take the Guardianship Package at an additional €2,000, which covers the legal guardianship, visa application, Spanish residency support, and notary expenses required to obtain a Spanish student visa. EU passport holders are exempt from the visa requirement and the Guardianship Package.
The full season fee of €49,000 covers: elite football training (5 days per week under UEFA Pro-licensed Getafe CF coaches), full school tuition at Aquinas American School including all textbooks, student accommodation at the AAS Student Residence, three meals per day plus snacks, school and sports uniforms, participation in league matches and tournaments, individual video analysis, physiotherapy, nutritional and psychological monitoring, masterclasses, stadium tours, laundry service, international health insurance, 24-hour supervision, academic guidance, and college counselling (Grades 11–12).
No. International flights to and from Madrid are not included and are arranged by the family. For non-EU students, Spanish student visa fees are not included in the base program fee — they are covered as part of the mandatory Guardianship Package (€2,000), which also covers legal guardianship services, residency paperwork, and notary costs.
All academic instruction at Aquinas American School is delivered 100% in English, across all qualification tracks. No Spanish language is required to begin the program. Spanish as a Second Language is available as an elective within the Student Athlete Program track for those who wish to develop the language alongside their studies.
Due to strict FIFA regulations, players cannot compete in the top official Spanish football league. However, players will play in local league matches every weekend and play friendly matches against professional club academies.
The program is described as a high-performance development environment for players who are serious about football and who want to train within a professional club system. All applicants go through an evaluation process in which the GIMFA coaching staff review the player’s profile before confirming acceptance. Players should ideally have a background in organised competitive football at club level.
Yes. The AAS Student Residence has 6 live-in House Parents who are present full time — one couple on each of the four student floors. Full-night surveillance covers the residence building, and the wider Montepríncipe gated community has 24-hour security. The duty adult can be reached via the residence landline or WhatsApp from 08:00 to 22:00. The Boarding Program Head and Coordinator are the designated family points of contact throughout the year.
Students in Grades 9–12 work toward the Aquinas American School American High School Diploma — a fully accredited qualification recognised by the NCAA and by international universities. Students in Grades 11–12 can alternatively choose the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (a two-year internationally recognised pre-university qualification, with an additional annual fee) or the new Student Athlete Program, which is a reduced-load American High School track designed specifically around intensive afternoon training schedules for older student-athletes.
The simplest starting point is to contact Oxasport using the form on this page. We will respond within 24 hours, confirm the program details relevant to your child’s age and nationality, and tell you honestly whether this is a program worth pursuing further. There is no cost to enquiring, and no obligation to proceed. Contact us here →
We respond to every enquiry within 24 hours with the complete program brochure, pricing — there is no cost to enquiring and no obligation to proceed.