Our partnership with Burnley Football Club in the Community is one of a kind, and gives you the opportunity to develop sporting excellence alongside one of the country’s best loved clubs.
Supporting developments in Football, Netball, Cricket and a new Golf programme this unique partnership enables you to learn at the only Outstanding FE College in Lancashire, and get training and support from top flight coaches.
Boys Football (BFC Shadow Youth Team)
Girls Football (Girls Post-16 Academy)
Netball Academy
Our Netball Academy is for girls aged 16-18 and studying at Nelson and Colne College.
Coached for Burnley FC in the Community, the academy is a fun wat to keep fit, take part in competitive sport, make new friends and build your teamwork skills! Students will compete in the AoC Sport Northwest Netball League.
Golf Academy – NEW FOR 2025
Our partnership with BFC in the Community extends in 2025 to include a Golf Academy, designed for those who love the sport and want to continue to develop their skills whilst studying.
Cricket Academy
The Cricket Academy at NCC is a great way to make new friends, keep fit and continue to develop your cricket career.
Coached by fully qualified coaches from Burnley FC in the Community, and in partnership with Lancashire Cricket Foundation, you will be able to train up to 4 days a week and really hone your skills.
