At ESCA, we equip young talent with the tools to thrive. We don’t just teach students. We shape future-ready individuals prepared to make global impact.
Our high-performance ecosystem is built on four foundational pillars: Academics, Athletic Development, Athlete Wellness, and Exit Pathways. Each pillar is intentionally designed to serve a specific function, but it’s in their intersection that the ESCA model comes to life.
HOW ESCA WORKS
Your Pathway To Success
We offer two enrolment streams: the Academy stream and the Specialist stream. Both are supported by the ESCA pillars to meet the distinct demands of each student-athlete's journey.
The Academy stream includes Football, Basketball, Golf, and Gymnastics. These student-athletes are fully integrated across all four ESCA pillars, including sport specific in-house technical coaching as part of the Athletic Development programme.
The Specialist stream is designed for students in codes outside of Football, Basketball, Golf, or Gymnastics. Specialists train with their own external coaches allowing them to stay on their current technical track, while benefiting from ESCA’s world-class high-performance environment.
The Academy stream includes Football, Basketball, Golf, and Gymnastics. These student-athletes are fully integrated across all four ESCA pillars, including sport specific in-house technical coaching as part of the Athletic Development programme.
The Specialist stream is designed for students in codes outside of Football, Basketball, Golf, or Gymnastics. Specialists train with their own external coaches allowing them to stay on their current technical track, while benefiting from ESCA’s world-class high-performance environment.
CHOOSE YOUR STREAM
Choose Your Program
ACADEMY STUDENT
Academics
Our academic approach is rigorous, flexible, and intentionally designed for ambitious student-athletes balancing sport with academic excellence. Students learn in a traditional school environment: taught by qualified teachers, attending timetabled classes, and following internationally accredited curricula. Students are supported with individualised attention, adaptive learning plans, smaller class environments, and a deep respect for their dual journey.
We offer two internationally accredited academic curricula: Cambridge International (Grades 4 to 12) and the American GED® (optional from Grades 10), allowing families to choose the most suitable curriculum.
Our academic approach cultivates discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking — qualities that define not only successful athletes, but also future CEOs, innovators, and changemakers.
We offer two internationally accredited academic curricula: Cambridge International (Grades 4 to 12) and the American GED® (optional from Grades 10), allowing families to choose the most suitable curriculum.
Our academic approach cultivates discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking — qualities that define not only successful athletes, but also future CEOs, innovators, and changemakers.
ACADEMY STUDENT
Athletic Development
Our Athletic Development programme is a targeted training structure embedded into each student-athlete’s weekly timetable, and designed across four core sporting codes: Football, Basketball, Golf and Gymnastics.
Each sport follows a long-term athlete development model focused on unlocking individual potential, ensuring every student-athlete receives the volume, quality, and structure of training required to perform at an internationally benchmarked standard.
We go beyond traditional sporting environments by offering:
- Expert coaching from the best in their field
- Morning or midday sessions to allow for optimal recovery between training sessions
- Year-round training
- Access to on-site, state-of-the-art facilities for each sporting code
- Close alignment between academic and athletic departments, allowing student timetables, workloads, and recovery needs to be carefully managed for sustainable, long-term growth
- A high-volume training model designed to maximise developmental hours - working toward the 10,000-hour mastery benchmark
ESCA’s Athletic Development is precision-driven and performance-focused, designed to give student-athletes the edge they won’t find anywhere else.
ACADEMY STUDENT
Athlete Wellness
At ESCA, we believe peak performance is built from the inside out. Our Athlete Wellness department is dedicated to the personal development of every student-athlete, starting from Grade 4 and continuing through to Grade 12.
Led by seasoned professionals who understand the demands of being a student-athlete, this department delivers two integrated programmes:
1. Mentorship Programme
Through our mentorship programme, student-athletes build the mental tools needed to thrive under pressure, overcome challenges, and lead with confidence. From time management and communication skills to emotional intelligence and performance anxiety management, this programme instills what we call the CEO mindset - a way of thinking that prepares our student-athletes for high performance in sport, school, and life.
2. Strength & Conditioning
Our physical development programme provides each athlete with a tailor-made conditioning plan that fits into their weekly timetable. Training is designed around individual needs, load management, injury prevention, recovery time, and sport-specific goals. Supported by our on-site high-performance gym, athletes are trained and educated on how to move, fuel, and care for their bodies for long-term success.
ACADEMY STUDENT
Exit Pathways
At ESCA, we don’t just prepare student-athletes for success - we connect them to it.
Through EXA Global, our in-house international consultancy, we specialise in creating personalised pathways for students and athletes to access top U.S. and European universities and global sports organisations.
EXA Global provides the roadmap, the resources, and the reach for ESCA student-athletes pursuing a Division 1 scholarship in the US, a world-class academic institution in Europe, or exploring performance pathways across continents.
Our global support includes:
- Tailored university placement and application support
- Academic and athletic scholarship guidance
- Access to top-tier international institutions
- Mentorship and career planning beyond sport
SPECIALIST STUDENT
Academics
Our academic approach is rigorous, flexible, and intentionally designed for ambitious student-athletes balancing sport with academic excellence. Students learn in a traditional school environment: taught by qualified teachers, attending timetabled classes, and following internationally accredited curricula. Students are supported with individualised attention, adaptive learning plans, smaller class environments, and a deep respect for their dual journey.
We offer two internationally accredited academic curricula: Cambridge International (Grades 4 to 12) and the American GED® (optional from Grades 10), allowing families to choose the most suitable curriculum.
Our academic approach cultivates discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking — qualities that define not only successful athletes, but also future CEOs, innovators, and changemakers.
We offer two internationally accredited academic curricula: Cambridge International (Grades 4 to 12) and the American GED® (optional from Grades 10), allowing families to choose the most suitable curriculum.
Our academic approach cultivates discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking — qualities that define not only successful athletes, but also future CEOs, innovators, and changemakers.
SPECIALIST STUDENT
Athlete Wellness
At ESCA, we believe peak performance is built from the inside out. Our Athlete Wellness department is dedicated to the personal development of every student-athlete, starting from Grade 4 and continuing through to Grade 12.
Led by seasoned professionals who understand the demands of being a student-athlete, this department delivers two integrated programmes:
1. Mentorship Programme
Through our mentorship programme, student-athletes build the mental tools needed to thrive under pressure, overcome challenges, and lead with confidence. From time management and communication skills to emotional intelligence and performance anxiety management, this programme instills what we call the CEO mindset - a way of thinking that prepares our student-athletes for high performance in sport, school, and life.
2. Strength & Conditioning
Our physical development programme provides each athlete with a tailor-made conditioning plan that fits into their weekly timetable. Training is designed around individual needs, load management, injury prevention, recovery time, and sport-specific goals. Supported by our on-site high-performance gym, athletes are trained and educated on how to move, fuel, and care for their bodies for long-term success.
For Specialists working with external coaches, our team maintains open communication to align performance goals, ensure cohesive load management, and support seamless integration between off-site training and ESCA’s high-performance environment.
SPECIALIST STUDENT
Exit Pathways
At ESCA, we don’t just prepare student-athletes for success - we connect them to it.
Through EXA Global, our in-house international consultancy, we specialise in creating personalised pathways for students and athletes to access top U.S. and European universities and global sports organisations.
EXA Global provides the roadmap, the resources, and the reach for ESCA student-athletes pursuing a Division 1 scholarship in the US, a world-class academic institution in Europe, or exploring performance pathways across continents,
Our global support includes:
- Tailored university placement and application support
- Academic and athletic scholarship guidance
- Access to top-tier international institutions
- Mentorship and career planning beyond sport
ACADEMY STUDENT
Academics
Our academic approach is rigorous, flexible, and intentionally designed for ambitious student-athletes balancing sport with academic excellence. Students learn in a traditional school environment: taught by qualified teachers, attending timetabled classes, and following internationally accredited curricula. Students are supported with individualised attention, adaptive learning plans, smaller class environments, and a deep respect for their dual journey.
We offer two internationally accredited academic curricula: Cambridge International (Grades 4 to 12) and the American GED® (optional from Grades 10), allowing families to choose the most suitable curriculum.
Our academic approach cultivates discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking — qualities that define not only successful athletes, but also future CEOs, innovators, and changemakers.
We offer two internationally accredited academic curricula: Cambridge International (Grades 4 to 12) and the American GED® (optional from Grades 10), allowing families to choose the most suitable curriculum.
Our academic approach cultivates discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking — qualities that define not only successful athletes, but also future CEOs, innovators, and changemakers.
ACADEMY STUDENT
Athletic Development
Our Athletic Development programme is a targeted training structure embedded into each student-athlete’s weekly timetable, and designed across four core sporting codes: Football, Basketball, Golf and Gymnastics.
Each sport follows a long-term athlete development model focused on unlocking individual potential, ensuring every student-athlete receives the volume, quality, and structure of training required to perform at an internationally benchmarked standard.
We go beyond traditional sporting environments by offering:
- Expert coaching from the best in their field
- Morning or midday sessions to allow for optimal recovery between training sessions
- Year-round training
- Access to on-site, state-of-the-art facilities for each sporting code
- Close alignment between academic and athletic departments, allowing student timetables, workloads, and recovery needs to be carefully managed for sustainable, long-term growth
- A high-volume training model designed to maximise developmental hours - working toward the 10,000-hour mastery benchmark
ESCA’s Athletic Development is precision-driven and performance-focused, designed to give student-athletes the edge they won’t find anywhere else.
ACADEMY STUDENT
Athlete Wellness
At ESCA, we believe peak performance is built from the inside out. Our Athlete Wellness department is dedicated to the personal development of every student-athlete, starting from Grade 4 and continuing through to Grade 12.
Led by seasoned professionals who understand the demands of being a student-athlete, this department delivers two integrated programmes:
1. Mentorship Programme
Through our mentorship programme, student-athletes build the mental tools needed to thrive under pressure, overcome challenges, and lead with confidence. From time management and communication skills to emotional intelligence and performance anxiety management, this programme instills what we call the CEO mindset - a way of thinking that prepares our student-athletes for high performance in sport, school, and life.
2. Strength & Conditioning
Our physical development programme provides each athlete with a tailor-made conditioning plan that fits into their weekly timetable. Training is designed around individual needs, load management, injury prevention, recovery time, and sport-specific goals. Supported by our on-site high-performance gym, athletes are trained and educated on how to move, fuel, and care for their bodies for long-term success.
ACADEMY STUDENT
Exit Pathways
At ESCA, we don’t just prepare student-athletes for success - we connect them to it.
Through EXA Global, our in-house international consultancy, we specialise in creating personalised pathways for students and athletes to access top U.S. and European universities and global sports organisations.
EXA Global provides the roadmap, the resources, and the reach for ESCA student-athletes pursuing a Division 1 scholarship in the US, a world-class academic institution in Europe, or exploring performance pathways across continents.
Our global support includes:
- Tailored university placement and application support
- Academic and athletic scholarship guidance
- Access to top-tier international institutions
- Mentorship and career planning beyond sport
SPECIALIST STUDENT
Academics
Our academic approach is rigorous, flexible, and intentionally designed for ambitious student-athletes balancing sport with academic excellence. Students learn in a traditional school environment: taught by qualified teachers, attending timetabled classes, and following internationally accredited curricula. Students are supported with individualised attention, adaptive learning plans, smaller class environments, and a deep respect for their dual journey.
We offer two internationally accredited academic curricula: Cambridge International (Grades 4 to 12) and the American GED® (optional from Grades 10), allowing families to choose the most suitable curriculum.
Our academic approach cultivates discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking — qualities that define not only successful athletes, but also future CEOs, innovators, and changemakers.
We offer two internationally accredited academic curricula: Cambridge International (Grades 4 to 12) and the American GED® (optional from Grades 10), allowing families to choose the most suitable curriculum.
Our academic approach cultivates discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking — qualities that define not only successful athletes, but also future CEOs, innovators, and changemakers.
SPECIALIST STUDENT
Athlete Wellness
At ESCA, we believe peak performance is built from the inside out. Our Athlete Wellness department is dedicated to the personal development of every student-athlete, starting from Grade 4 and continuing through to Grade 12.
Led by seasoned professionals who understand the demands of being a student-athlete, this department delivers two integrated programmes:
1. Mentorship Programme
Through our mentorship programme, student-athletes build the mental tools needed to thrive under pressure, overcome challenges, and lead with confidence. From time management and communication skills to emotional intelligence and performance anxiety management, this programme instills what we call the CEO mindset - a way of thinking that prepares our student-athletes for high performance in sport, school, and life.
2. Strength & Conditioning
Our physical development programme provides each athlete with a tailor-made conditioning plan that fits into their weekly timetable. Training is designed around individual needs, load management, injury prevention, recovery time, and sport-specific goals. Supported by our on-site high-performance gym, athletes are trained and educated on how to move, fuel, and care for their bodies for long-term success.
For Specialists working with external coaches, our team maintains open communication to align performance goals, ensure cohesive load management, and support seamless integration between off-site training and ESCA’s high-performance environment.
SPECIALIST STUDENT
Exit Pathways
At ESCA, we don’t just prepare student-athletes for success - we connect them to it.
Through EXA Global, our in-house international consultancy, we specialise in creating personalised pathways for students and athletes to access top U.S. and European universities and global sports organisations.
EXA Global provides the roadmap, the resources, and the reach for ESCA student-athletes pursuing a Division 1 scholarship in the US, a world-class academic institution in Europe, or exploring performance pathways across continents,
Our global support includes:
- Tailored university placement and application support
- Academic and athletic scholarship guidance
- Access to top-tier international institutions
- Mentorship and career planning beyond sport
ESCA provided an intimate, high-performance environment where both academics and sport were equally prioritised. Being surrounded by like-minded student-athletes and supported by experienced coaches and dedicated teachers allowed me to grow holistically and develop a strong foundation for my future.
— Onthatile Graham
University of Witwatersrand
Moving to ESCA as a specialist student-athlete gave me the flexibility to fully focus on tennis while still achieving strong academic results. Completing my IGCSEs and A-levels at ESCA prepared me well for university in the U.S., where I have been able to transition confidently into college life.
— Andreas Scott
University of North Florida
ESCA created an environment that allowed me to pursue my football ambitions while staying committed to my education. The balance and support I received helped me progress rapidly, leading to selection for South Africa’s U-17, U-20 and senior national teams by the age of 17.
— Cimone Sauls
Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies First Team
ESCA’s flexible timetable, small class sizes and individual academic support allowed me to successfully balance my studies with my football career. The structure gave me the opportunity to train during the school day while staying on track academically, and I truly believe it played a key role in where I am today.
— Aliyaah Allie
Glasgow City FC