Information for Parents
Welcome to Kingston Wildcats. This section covers everything you need to know as a parent or guardian — from joining and costs to safeguarding and training. If you still have questions, contact Fi on 07725 333 185.
What parents need to know
Kingston Wildcats School of Basketball is a not-for-profit youth club affiliated to Basketball England. We provide basketball for ages 8–18 across CVL and National Basketball League competition from Chessington Sports Centre.
All sessions are held at Chessington Sports Centre, Garrison Lane, Chessington, KT9 2JS. Free parking is available (limited spaces). We recommend arriving a few minutes early, especially for evening sessions.
Squad membership fees are reviewed annually at our AGM and set to cover facilities, game fees and player equipment only. All fees are reinvested into the club — nothing is taken as profit. Contact Fi for current season pricing.
Once your child is offered a squad place, registration is completed through PlayHQ — Basketball England's official platform. All members sign a Code of Conduct before joining. A registration link is provided when a place is offered.
All coaches are qualified, DBS-checked and committed to long-term player development. Our Child Welfare Officer is Louise Wadham. Meet the full coaching team →
Players progress from Saturday beginner sessions through CVL squads towards National League competition. Our development model is aligned to Basketball England's Player Development Framework. See the full pathway →
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions we hear most often from new and existing families. Can't find your answer? Contact Fi on 07725 333 185.
Your Child's Safety
Kingston Wildcats takes safeguarding seriously. Here's how we keep every player safe.
Louise Wadham is our dedicated Child Welfare Officer for all age groups. She is the first point of contact for any safeguarding concern, welfare issue or child protection matter at the club.
For general welfare matters or concerns about your child's experience, you can also speak to Fi Martin, Club Manager, on 07725 333 185.
Every coach at Kingston Wildcats holds a current DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check — a legal requirement for working with children.
We are affiliated to Basketball England and operate under BE's safeguarding policies and Code of Conduct — applying to players, parents and coaches equally.
All members sign a Code of Conduct before joining. This applies to players, parents and coaches — everyone at the club is expected to uphold it at all times.
Parents are welcome to watch matches. For training, coaches may ask parents to wait outside the hall — this is standard practice to help players focus. Please always follow your child's coach's guidance.
Still have questions?
Fi Martin · Club Manager
For all enquiries about joining, trials, training or registrations. Fi manages all day-to-day club operations and is the primary contact for new families.
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