No. Kickstart is a schools-based initiative that uses football as the incentive to keep children enrolled and attending school. Training access and player progression run through the school, so participation gives players — and their families — an extra reason to prioritise education alongside football development.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.
Clear information for parents, schools and players about training, fees, progression, safety and how the programme works.
The programme is designed for children and young people aged 4–18. Players are grouped by age and, where appropriate, ability and readiness.
Yes. The Development package and younger age stages are suitable for players who are still building their football fundamentals.
A typical structured session runs for approximately 60–75 minutes, depending on age group and programme arrangement.
Development includes one weekly session. Kickstart Plus and Elite include two structured weekly sessions.
Yes. The published programme structure includes a GH₵50 one-time registration fee per child.
Package changes should be possible subject to the school programme, group capacity and Kickstart approval. The exact operational process should be confirmed at registration.
Schools can submit a partnership enquiry. Kickstart then assesses the location, age groups, expected participation, training space and timetable before confirming a programme.
Training may operate during agreed school hours, extracurricular periods or after school, depending on the partnership arrangement.
Assessment can include technical, tactical, physical and personal-development areas. Plus and Elite have more formal progress tracking and reporting.
No. Talent identification means recognising players who may be ready for a higher challenge. Kickstart should not promise contracts, scholarships or external placements unless a specific confirmed opportunity exists.
Parents should share medical, physical, allergy, medication or support information relevant to safe participation, together with an emergency contact.
Media involving minors should only be used under Kickstart’s approved consent and safeguarding process, with school and parent/guardian permissions where required.
The public programme prices are published, but the final production site should show the approved payment channel—such as MoMo, online payment or school collection—once Kickstart management confirms it.
Kickstart should define a written cancellation, rain and rescheduling policy with each partner school. That policy should be communicated before registration is finalised.
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