Classic Summer

Classic Programme

An exciting mix of lessons and activities.

Ages 11-17 (*)

28 June – 2 August 2026

1 week minimum

All levels of English

Winchester (Single ensuite room on campus)
Southampton (Shared room in a homestay)

Our Classic Programme combines fun and challenging lessons with a full activity programme. As both a language learner and a tourist, you will have a truly unforgettable experience!

* The age range is 11-17. However, we may accept a younger or older student from the same school year as someone else in the group. 

15 hours of lessons per week

Average 12-15 students per class (*)

Trinity GESE exams available (additional fee)

Our English lessons are project-based, enjoyable and fast-paced. They are designed to build your confidence with spoken English. Our syllabus is specially designed for students aged 11-17. Topics and language points change on a weekly basis, meaning you can start and finish your course any week. Classwork also links with trips and other cultural activities on your programme. Lessons may alternate between morning and afternoon on a weekly basis – see your centre timetable for details.

Students’ Course Objectives

To develop your confidence in communicating in English,
To improve your skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation
To learn about British culture, particularly in relation to trips and other events on your activities programme
To develop your soft skills such as problem-solving, leadership and teamwork
To showcase what you have learnt through weekly projects

(*) The maximum number of students per class is generally 15. However, at peak times, we reserve the right to increase this to 18 per class.

1 full-day trip per week

1 half-day trip per week

Local visits & off-campus activities

Variety of daytime and evening activities

Optional Sunday trips (additional fee)

On our fun-filled activities programme you will discover some of the top tourist destinations in the UK, such as London, Oxford and Bath (see your centre timetable for trip destinations). You will also take part in a wide variety of other activities such as discos, parties, sports and creative workshops. Many have a learning element and all are designed to help you make friends and activate your English.  You’ll develop soft skills such as leadership, teamwork and presentation skills.

The Classic Programme is avalable in all our Junior Summer Centres.

JUNIOR CENTRE & DATES
FEES & ACCOMMODATION TYPE
Southampton
28 June – 2 August 2026
£/GBP 825  per week. Shared room in homestay accommodation*
£/GBP 563per week. No-accommodation programme.
Winchester
28 June – 2 August 2026
£/GBP 870 per week. Single room with private bathroom on campus (residence)
£/GBP 563per week. No-accommodation programme.
*Please note: in Southampton, homestay students are given a bus pass and our activity leaders take them to the bus stop after lessons or activities have finished. Our recommended minimum age for homestay students in Southampton is 13.  Junior homestay students share a room. This can be with students of the same or different nationality according to your wishes.