Charter Standard

Introduction

THE FA CHARTER STANDARD programme was launched in February 2001 to establish, reward and encourage good practice at the grassroots level, so that parents and children can demand a minimum standard of provision from schools and clubs.

The project is at the heart of The Football Association's investment programme for grassroots football and the status is awarded where The FA’s minimum standards of coaching, administration and child protection are met.

Many Grants and Funding Opportunities provided by the FA and the Football Foundation are only available to clubs who have gained, or are working towards, Charter Standard.

CHARTER STANDARD AIMS TO...
Provide a nationally recognised quality control 'kitemark'
Identify clubs and organisations where best practice exists
Improve the quality of provision of football for everyone
Sustain participation of football players for a longer time
Raise the standards of the grassroots game

There are 4 levels of Charter Standard:

1. Charter Standard Club
2. Charter Standard Adult Club
3. Charter Development Club
4. Charter Community Club

Each Level depends upon the size, type and ambition of the club.

Charter Standard

Introduction THE FA CHARTER STANDARD programme was launched in February 2001 to establish, reward and encourage good practice at the grassroots level, so that parents and children can demand a minimum standard of provision from schools and clubs.

Introduction

THE FA CHARTER STANDARD programme was launched in February 2001 to establish, reward and encourage good practice at the grassroots level, so that parents and children can demand a minimum standard of provision from schools and clubs.