Ella Ann Toone, born on September 2, 1999, in Tyldesley, near Wigan, Greater Manchester, is a shining star in the world of women's football. Her journey into the sport began at a young age when she started playing for Astley and Tyldesley Girls. In 2022, a plaque honoring her contributions was installed at the club, marking her roots in the community. At just eight years old, Toone joined Manchester United's youth academy, setting the stage for a promising career.
Toone attended Fred Longworth High School and later enrolled in a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport Science at Wigan and Leigh College after leaving secondary school. Her family has a strong athletic background-her mother was a gymnast, and her father's side of the family excelled in swimming and water polo. This diverse sporting heritage inspired Toone to participate in various sports during her school years, including table tennis, netball, cross country, and tennis, where she also won several trophies in gymnastics.