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    Summer Course

    by Kings Young Learners

    Kings combines interactive English lessons with sports, sightseeing and international friendships in a supervised residential learning experience.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Summer Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Beginner or Elementary English

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 8-17

    Location / Region

    Ascot (St. Mary's School), United Kingdom; Bath (Downside School), United Kingdom; Newbury (Downe House School), United Kingdom; London (South Bank University), United Kingdom; London (University of London), United Kingdom; Exeter (University of Exeter), United Kingdom; Newcastle (Newcastle University), United Kingdom; Malibu (Pepperdine University), United States; New York (University of Mount Saint Vincent), United States

    Cost

    From £1,180 per week

    Duration

    4 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next session

    30 June-27 July 2027

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    Language: English
    Accommodation: Campus residences and boarding houses
    Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
    Certificate / Outcome: End-of-course certificate
    Lessons: 15 hours each week
    Supervision: 24-hour trained staff
    Accreditation: British Council (UK); ACCET (USA)

    Summer Course summary

    Summer Course pairs English learning with sports, organized activities and sightseeing. Students practice communication through projects, games and group work.

    Its main appeal is the combination of language practice and an international social experience, supported by Kings staff supervision.

    Choose a campus by its teaching pattern, room setup and excursion mix, since these shape the experience beyond the classroom.

    What is Summer Course?

    Summer Course is Kings Young Learners' English language program combining interactive lessons, sports and sightseeing. Students learn through projects, games and group work, with classes covering language practice, culture and preparation for excursions.

    The residential experience extends learning beyond lessons through organized activities and international friendships. Placement testing assigns students to an appropriate English class, while regular progress tests and weekly reviews help track learning.

    Why Succeed highlights Summer Course

    • Interactive lessons connect English practice with projects, culture and the excursions students experience.

    • Placement and progress tests provide more learning structure than sightseeing alone.

    • Daily activities create opportunities to use English socially with students from other countries.

    • Full board and documented residential supervision give families concrete arrangements to compare.

    • Different campus excursion patterns let families prioritize city exploration or a boarding-school setting.

    Who is Summer Course for?

    Best for

    Students who want to build English confidence through a mix of classroom learning, activities and international friendships.

    Not ideal if

    Your main goal is a specialist academic subject or an intensive exam-preparation course, since the standard program centers on general English and a varied social experience.

    Is Summer Course worth it?

    Summer Course is worth considering when English confidence and a supported experience away from home are the main priorities. Lessons, activities and excursions offer different settings for communication, so the value depends partly on how willing a student is to participate.

    It is a substantial family purchase, and weekly rates make the chosen campus and length important to the final budget. The certificate is an end-of-course outcome; families should judge the experience by learning and personal fit rather than assume it provides academic credit.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    From £1,180 per week; includes 15 hours of English lessons per week, Full-board residential accommodation, Daytime sports and a choice of at least two activities per session, Full evening activity program, One weekly full-day excursion at Exeter and Newcastle, Two weekly full-day excursions at Bath and Central London, Three weekly full-day excursions at Ascot, Berkshire, Malibu and New York, At least one excursion entrance fee, At least one half-day excursion in the UK and local visits, Welcome party and orientation, Placement test and regular progress tests, End-of-course certificate, 24-hour supervision, internet access and school bank service, Bath: an overnight London stay at the end of the visit.

    Accommodation

    Campus residences and boarding houses

    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

    Supervision or safety information

    The course includes 24-hour supervision from trained staff. Residential centers have overnight supervision, designated welfare managers and daily guardian meetings for individual students.

    Provider details

    Review the Kings Young Learners provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    4 weeks; Ascot (St. Mary's School), United Kingdom; Bath (Downside School), United Kingdom; Newbury (Downe House School), United Kingdom; London (South Bank University), United Kingdom; London (University of London), United Kingdom; Exeter (University of Exeter), United Kingdom; Newcastle (Newcastle University), United Kingdom; Malibu (Pepperdine University), United States; New York (University of Mount Saint Vincent), United States.

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    How much preparation does Summer Course need?

    Effort level

    Moderate, with classroom learning and a busy activity schedule.

    Best started

    Begin planning at least 6-8 weeks before your chosen start, allowing for payment processing and the four-week full-payment requirement.

    Main challenge

    Using English consistently while adjusting to residential routines.

    Typical preparation

    • Compare campus age limits, English entry levels and room arrangements.

    • Choose your booking length and calculate the fee using the applicable weekly rates.

    • Arrange payment early, since bank transfers can take 2-4 weeks.

    • Practice introducing yourself and asking everyday questions in English.

    Useful if

    You want guided practice communicating with unfamiliar people.

    What do students do on Summer Course?

    You alternate English learning with organized activities and sightseeing, using the language both in class and socially. The exact balance of teaching days and excursions depends on your campus.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Arrive, attend orientation and complete an English placement test.

    2. 2

      Join a class matched to your age and English ability.

    3. 3

      Practice English through projects, games, group work and culture lessons.

    4. 4

      Take part in sports, evening activities and campus-specific excursions.

    5. 5

      Review your learning, complete progress tests and receive an end-of-course certificate.

    Summer Course dates and deadlines

    Summer Course — Newcastle

    23 June-4 August 2027

    Campus operating window; choose a 1-4-week stay.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — South Bank, first rate period

    23 June-28 July 2027

    Published rate period; bookings last 1-4 weeks.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — University of London

    30 June-4 August 2027

    Starts: 30 June; 7, 14, 21 and 28 July; choose 1-4 weeks within the operating window.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — Exeter

    30 June-11 August 2027

    Campus operating window; choose a 1-4-week stay.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — New York

    30 June-10 August 2027

    Campus operating window; choose a 1-4-week stay.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — Malibu

    30 June-27 July 2027

    Campus operating window; choose a 1-4-week stay.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — Bath, first rate period

    30 June-28 July 2027

    Published rate period within the campus operating window.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — Downe House, first rate period

    7-28 July 2027

    Starts on 7, 14 or 21 July; chosen stays may cross rate periods.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — Ascot, first rate period

    14-28 July 2027

    Published rate period at St. Mary's School.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — Downe House, second rate period

    28 July-11 August 2027

    Starts on 28 July or 4 August; the campus course ends on 11 August.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — Ascot, second rate period

    28 July-11 August 2027

    Published rate period at St. Mary's School.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — South Bank, second rate period

    28 July-18 August 2027

    Published rate period; bookings last 1-4 weeks.

    Upcoming

    Summer Course — Bath, second rate period

    28 July-4 August 2027

    Final published rate period at Downside School.

    Upcoming

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Overall age range: 8-17, depending on campus.

    • Downe House accepts Beginner English.

    • Other centers require Elementary English.

    • Bath accepts ages 8-17.

    • Downe House and Ascot accept ages 10-17.

    • University of London, Exeter, Newcastle and New York accept ages 12-17.

    • South Bank's price table lists ages 13-17.

    • Malibu accepts ages 10-17, or ages 8+ in groups.

    How much does Summer Course cost?

    Program fee

    From £1,180 per week — Newcastle and Exeter; includes course and residential accommodation.

    Funding or discounts

    • Other UK campus rates: £1,310–£1,770 per week — Campus and seasonal rate period determine the fee.
    • New York: $2,140 per week — Includes course and residential accommodation.
    • Malibu: $2,590 per week — Includes course and residential accommodation.
    • Enrollment fee: £85 UK; $175 US — Additional to the program fee.
    • Residential deposit: £50 UK; $100 US — Refundable deposit payable on arrival.

    What's included

    15 hours of English lessons per week, Full-board residential accommodation, Daytime sports and a choice of at least two activities per session, Full evening activity program, One weekly full-day excursion at Exeter and Newcastle, Two weekly full-day excursions at Bath and Central London, Three weekly full-day excursions at Ascot, Berkshire, Malibu and New York, At least one excursion entrance fee, At least one half-day excursion in the UK and local visits, Welcome party and orientation, Placement test and regular progress tests, End-of-course certificate, 24-hour supervision, internet access and school bank service, Bath: an overnight London stay at the end of the visit

    How to apply to Summer Course

    1. 1

      Choose a campus, start date and booking length.

    2. 2

      Complete the official 2027 booking form and email it to younglearners@kingseducation.com, or book through a local educational partner agent.

    3. 3

      Receive Kings' response within 48 hours and follow the payment instructions.

    4. 4

      Pay the requested booking deposit to receive confirmation.

    5. 5

      Ensure full payment arrives four weeks before arrival; later bookings require full fees.

    6. 6

      For group bookings, contact the Kings Young Learners team directly.

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    What does Summer Course cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Language input and practice

    Practice English through engaging activities, games and group work.

    UK or US culture

    Study cultural themes connected with the country where you learn.

    Excursion learning

    Prepare for visits and follow them up through related English lessons.

    Online safety

    Explore online safety as part of the English syllabus.

    Project lessons

    Use collaborative projects to practice confidence and communication.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Summer Course?

    A typical day during the program.

    Bath, London, Exeter and Newcastle

    15 weekly teaching hours, with lessons between 09:00-12:30 or 14:00-17:30.

    Malibu, New York and Ascot

    Thursday half-day plus Saturday and Monday, or Friday and Sunday, full-day lessons.

    Downe House

    Thursday, Friday and Monday half-day lessons plus Saturday or Sunday full-day lessons.

    Organized social activities

    Sports, local visits and evening activities complement the teaching schedule.

    Who teaches on Summer Course?

    Kings requires teaching staff in both countries to hold a completed teaching qualification, such as CELTA, TEFL or TESOL, and an undergraduate degree. Trained residential staff and designated welfare managers support students beyond lessons.

    Kings lists an approximate overall staff-to-student ratio of 1:6.

    Where do students stay on Summer Course?

    Residential plan

    • Campus housing: Stay in university residences or boarding houses, with single or shared rooms depending on campus.
    • Full-board meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, with packed lunches or cash-card meals used at some campuses.
    • Pastoral care: 24-hour supervision includes overnight monitoring and daily guardian meetings for individual residential students.
    • Downe House facilities: Facilities include boarding-house common rooms, an indoor pool, tennis courts, playing fields and a sports hall.

    Room and bathroom arrangements differ by campus; towels are excluded at several centers.

    What happens after Summer Course?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Build confidence communicating in English.

    Practice collaboration through projects and group work.

    Develop cultural understanding through lessons and excursions.

    Track language progress through regular tests and weekly reviews.

    Receive an end-of-course certificate.

    Where does Summer Course take place?

    The University of London center is in Bloomsbury near Russell Square and King's Cross/St Pancras, while Downe House offers a boarding-school setting near Newbury, around 45 minutes from Heathrow. Other Summer Course destinations include Ascot, Bath, Exeter, Newcastle, Malibu and New York.

    UK arrivals and departures are Wednesdays; US arrivals are Wednesdays and departures Tuesdays.

    Summer Course FAQs

    Students receive 15 hours of English lessons each week. Teaching days vary by campus, and lessons can take place in the morning or afternoon.

    Downe House accepts students at Beginner level. Other centers require Elementary English, and an arrival placement test helps assign students to an appropriate class.

    The standard course includes full-board residential accommodation. Room configurations differ by campus, from shared boarding-school rooms to single rooms with private bathrooms.

    The course includes 24-hour supervision from trained staff. Residential centers have overnight supervision, designated welfare managers and daily guardian meetings for individual students.

    An end-of-course certificate is included. Students also complete placement and regular progress tests.

    Kings lists one weekly full-day excursion at Exeter and Newcastle, two at Bath and Central London, and three at Ascot, Berkshire, Malibu and New York. At least one excursion entrance fee is included.

    Vegetarian meals are available at the University of London and Downe House centers, with other requirements available on request. Several other campuses also offer dietary accommodation on request.

    Complete the official booking form and email it to younglearners@kingseducation.com, or book through a local educational partner agent. Kings responds within 48 hours and confirms the booking after receiving the requested deposit.

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