We are thrilled to announce that Bedford School is now an Elite Community Partner School with Northampton Saints Rugby Club. This exciting new sports collaboration is set to significantly enhance our school rugby programme, bringing a wealth of expertise and opportunities to our boys, fostering their development both on and off the field.
Key Highlights of the Elite Community Partnership
As part of the agreement, Northampton Saints will provide coaching support services throughout the academic year, ensuring boys receive first-class training and guidance from experienced professionals. Specifically, we will have reserved access to three Community Rugby Coaches from the club, who will lead weekly staff training sessions aimed at also enhancing the quality of rugby training delivered by the school’s coaches.
Read: Northampton Saints Coaches Enhance Rugby Training
Community Rugby Camps
Each year, Northampton Saints will hold a community rugby camp at Bedford School, offering an immersive experience for boys to develop their skills and passion for the sport.
Visits from Senior Players
Northampton Saints senior players will visit the school, providing boys with the unique opportunity to interact with and learn from professional athletes.
Free Entry to Rugby 7s Series
Bedford School boys will receive free entry to the Northampton Saints 7s Series for 2025, offering them a chance to watch high-level rugby and gain inspiration.
Tickets to Home Fixtures
The school will receive four tickets to each Northampton Saints home fixture (excluding Leicester Tigers, Christmas and knock-out fixtures) and six tickets to each Loughborough Lightning home fixture at the Cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens. These tickets will be used at the discretion of the school for members of the school community.
Discounted Rates
Discounted rates to all Northampton Saints home fixtures will be available for Bedford School staff and boys via a discount code.
This Elite Community Partnership follows a similar collaboration with Northamptonshire County Cricket Club and marks another significant step forward in our commitment to providing exceptional sporting opportunities for our boys. We believe that the expertise and support from Northampton Saints will inspire and elevate our rugby programme, helping boys to achieve their full potential.
Mr Ayden Duffy, Assistant Head (Co-Curriculum and Partnerships) explained, “We are incredibly excited about this collaboration with Northampton Saints Rugby Club. The opportunities it presents for our boys are unparalleled, and we are confident that this will not only enhance their rugby skills but also instil values of teamwork, discipline and perseverance. We look forward to seeing them thrive both on and off the field.”
