Lincoln City Foundation Rebrands as Lincoln City Sports College

Lincoln City Foundation has restructured its education operations and rebranded as Lincoln City Sports College, aiming to become a leading provider of sports education and career development in the region.

The rebrand forms part of the Foundation’s long-term strategy to grow its presence in the education market and strengthen pathways between sport, higher education, and employment. The new identity will take effect ahead of the 2025–26 academic year, with all courses delivered from the LNER Stadium.

Strengthening Community and Education Impact

Chief Executive Martin Hickerton said the change represents more than a name update.“This name change signifies more than just branding; it demonstrates our ambition and dedication to the Lincoln community and beyond,” said Hickerton. 

Head of Education and Employability Nikki Barker added that the identity better reflects the College’s standards and student outcomes:“We take pride in fostering an environment where young people can flourish through sport and learning.”

Expanding Course Offerings

The College currently enrols more than 40 post-16 students on full-time programmes. Enrolments have grown year-on-year, pointing to increased demand for vocational and degree-level sports education.

For the next academic year, new offerings will include a BTEC Level 2 qualification and an MA in Sports Leadership, joining existing degrees such as:

• BA (Hons) Sports Business and Management

• BSc (Hons) Community Football Coaching and Administration

• BSc (Hons) Sports and Coaching Development

Strong Academic Outcomes

Last year’s results show strong student progression:

• 93% moved into further education, employment, or training

• 70% advanced to university-level study, including the Foundation’s own degree programmes

• The BTEC programme achieved a 100% pass rate

• All degree-level students achieved at least a 2:2, with 40% earning first-class honours

Applied Learning at the Core

The College places significant emphasis on combining academic learning with practical experience. Last year, students completed over 1,000 hours of applied learning through match-day operations, volunteering, and community sport initiatives.

With its rebrand and expanded curriculum, Lincoln City Sports College aims to consolidate its role as a regional hub for sport-linked education and professional development.

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