The FA Charter Standard Clubs programme, supported by FA Community Partner McDonald's, was launched in February 2001 and is a core component of The FA Football Development programme.
The project is aimed at boys and girls under sixteen years old and will help children and parents find a club in their local area that meets FA standards.

Criteria

The FA, in conjunction with various bodies, has drawn up the following set of criteria for clubs wishing to reach Charter Standard:

• A written constitution

• Self-certified screening of managers, coaches and officials

• All managers to have minimum of FA Junior Team Managers Award

• Commitment to attend in-service training

• Acceptance and promotion of Codes of Conduct

• Commitment to provide Mini-Soccer opportunities for Under 10's

• Commitment to promote schools liaison and equal opportunities for all

Benefits

Clubs that are successful in achieving the Charter will get access to a range of benefits:

• Use of Charter Standard Crest

• Exclusive Regional Workshops

• Access to Child Protection Training

• Kit and Equipment Grants

• National and Regional Awards

• Subsidies for FA Junior Team Managers and other courses

• Certificates

• Starter Pack, including posters, Codes of Conduct, Certificates

• First Aid Kit

SUFC are proud to have achieved the Charter Standard for Clubs in 2002.
We will continue to try and produce the standards that are required to retain the award.