The British Army

The Army Foundation College (AFC) is no ordinary college, we train 16 and 17-year-olds ready for a career in the British Army. The course we offer is split into 4 sections, Military Training, Education, Resilience & Leadership Training and Physical Training.

We also appreciate that your downtime is important and you can enjoy our newly refurbished Wellbeing Centre including satellite TV, an Xbox zone, games area with table tennis and pool, a cinema and more. Sports is a huge part of your career within the Army, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for athletics, basketball, hockey, swimming, football and more. 

Here is what a previous Junior Solider said:  “In March 2020, I enlisted in The British Army and successfully completed the long course at the Army Foundation College Harrogate. This training provided me with a solid foundation for my future career as a soldier in The British Army. Throughout my time at the college, I formed lifelong friendships and created unforgettable memories. Despite the occasional challenges, the experience instilled a sense of accomplishment and enhanced my mental resilience and other qualities that will benefit me throughout my career. I cherished my time at Harrogate and aspire to return there as an instructor in the future” – LBdr Smedley, Royal Artillery