Bryanston Head Featured in Sky Sports Documentary Chasing the Dream
Bryanston and its Head, Richard Jones, feature in Chasing the Dream, a seven-part Sky Sports documentary that explores the world of football academies
Hosted by former Premier League manager, Tony Pulis, the series features insights from some of the biggest names in football, including Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti and Trent Alexander-Arnold.
In Episode 7, Tony Pulis visits Bryanston to discuss how the School successfully integrates high-level athletic training with academic education. Richard Jones, who was interviewed during the episode, emphasises the critical balance between sports and education for young athletes. "My concern is that football often becomes the priority, leaving education as an afterthought. The challenge is to rebalance that dynamic, making education the core focus."
Bryanston’s approach is grounded in its personalised education model, particularly its one-to-one tutoring system. Each pupil is paired with a dedicated tutor for their entire five-year journey at the School, building a strong, supportive relationship. Weekly meetings with tutors provide academic guidance and pastoral care, complementing the support pupils receive from house parents. Sports scholars in both the prep and senior school are also assigned mentors who are heads of games who work closely with the pupils on their sporting journey.
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Alongside this, Bryanston offers the (PSP), which provides a comprehensive framework for excelling in both academics and sports. Beginning as early as Year 7, the PSP includes Performance Coaching & Skill Development with personalised training from expert coaches, a Strength, Conditioning & Wellbeing fitness programme led by world-class strength and conditioning professionals, Sports Psychology Support to enhance mental resilience and performance and Physiotherapy Access with on-site treatment and rehabilitation services. The programme equips pupils with the resources, personal mentorship and skills needed for a successful sporting career while prioritising their overall development.
Bryanston offers sports scholarships in football, rugby, cricket, hockey, netball and equestrian sports. These scholarships are available for entry into Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12, with application opportunities in January, March and November 2025.
The inclusion of Bryanston in Chasing the Dream highlights the School’s reputation as a leader in integrating education and elite sports. Tony Pulis commended its state-of-the-art facilities and forward-thinking programmes, noting that Premier League clubs visit Bryanston to observe its innovative approach to education alongside elite sports development.
To watch Episode 7 featuring Bryanston, visit
December 2024