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English Language - Easter Course
by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)
A residential English course in Folkestone combining small-group lessons, creative projects, excursions and supervised boarding-school life.
Last verified: 18 Sept 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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English Easter Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Applications open
Eligibility
English level A1 or above
Age range / Year group
Ages 8-17
Location / Region
Folkestone, United Kingdom
Cost
From £1,900
Duration
1 or 2 weeks
Format
In-person
Class size: Maximum 12
Accommodation: Full-board residential
Meals: All meals included
Certificate / Outcome: Certificate and academic report
Sessions / cadence: 20 lessons, 16 hours weekly
Accreditation: British Council accredited
English Easter Course summary
This is a residential General English course combining small classes with creative project work and an active boarding-school experience.
Morning lessons cover grammar, comprehension and communication. Afternoons add drama, film, music, art, debating, activities and language-linked excursions.
It suits students seeking an immersive first residential experience or a structured way to develop English during the Easter break.
What is English Language - Easter Course?
The English Language – Easter Course is a residential General English experience run by Summer Boarding Courses at Earlscliffe School. Its academic core combines grammar, comprehension and interactive communication in classes capped at twelve students.
Morning language teaching leads into afternoon creative projects using drama, music, film, arts and crafts, with debating for advanced learners. Activities, evening events and excursions give students further opportunities to use English in a supervised boarding-school setting.
Why Succeed highlights English Easter Course
The small class cap gives students more scope to speak and participate.
Sixteen academic hours each week provide a substantial language-learning core.
Creative projects connect formal English study with presentation and communication practice.
Excursions include preparation and review writing, extending learning beyond campus.
Full-board residential life combines lessons, activities and pastoral support in one setting.
Who is English Easter Course for?
Best for
Students who want immersive English practice, small classes and a structured first taste of UK boarding-school life.
Not ideal if
You want a day-only course, a purely academic timetable or a specialist subject program rather than General English.
Is English Easter Course worth it?
It can be worthwhile for students who will benefit from combining formal English teaching with everyday residential immersion. Small classes, creative projects, excursions and an academic report make the experience broader than classroom tuition alone.
The main limitation is value: this is a significant residential expense, and optional intensive English costs extra. Families should also confirm that the social and activity-heavy schedule matches the student's learning preferences.
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Cost and what is included
From £1,900; includes Tuition and course materials, Residential accommodation and all meals, Activities and standard excursions, Student report and certificate, Student travel insurance, 24/7 pastoral care.
Accommodation
Full-board residential
Meals
All meals included
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 or 2 weeks; Folkestone, United Kingdom.
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Effort level
Moderate, with daily lessons, projects and activities.
Best started
Begin planning two to three months before the preferred session, allowing longer for international travel or a visa.
Main challenge
Sustaining English participation across lessons, projects and residential life.
Typical preparation
Discuss the residential routine and expected independence before booking.
Complete any requested placement assessment promptly.
Review passport and visa needs before arranging travel.
Pack for classroom study, indoor activities and changeable Easter weather.
Useful if
The student is comfortable joining group activities and learning away from home.
What do students do on English Easter Course?
Students move from morning language instruction into creative project work, activities, excursions and an evening social program.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Join classes grouped by age and English level.
- 2
Study grammar, comprehension and interactive communication in morning lessons.
- 3
Apply English through drama, music, film, art and debating projects.
- 4
Prepare for cultural excursions and write reviews afterward.
- 5
Take part in sports, creative activities and local visits.
- 6
Join supervised evening events and residential house time.
English Easter Course dates and deadlines
Date not confirmed
Application deadline
4 April 2026
1 Week – Week 1
21-28 March 2027
One-week residential session.
2 Weeks
21 March-4 April 2027
Full two-week residential session.
1 Week – Week 2
28 March-4 April 2027
One-week residential session.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Applications | Rolling admissions | Local | Date not confirmed | |
Application deadline | 4 April 2026 | Local | Past | |
1 Week – Week 1 | 21-28 March 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
2 Weeks | 21 March-4 April 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
1 Week – Week 2 | 28 March-4 April 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Ages 8-17
Junior group: ages 8-12
Senior group: ages 13-17
English level A1 or above
Placement based on age and English level
How much does English Easter Course cost?
Program fee
From £1,900 — One-week residential option.
Funding or discounts
- Two-week option: £2,850 — Full residential session.
- Residential deposit: £700 — Requested after booking confirmation.
What's included
Tuition and course materials, Residential accommodation and all meals, Activities and standard excursions, Student report and certificate, Student travel insurance, 24/7 pastoral care
How to apply to English Easter Course
- 1
Choose the preferred one-week or two-week session.
- 2
Complete the official booking form with guardian and student information.
- 3
Respond when the Admissions Manager requests or confirms outstanding details.
- 4
Review the booking confirmation and pay the requested deposit to secure the place.
- 5
Arrange travel only after the provider confirms receipt of the deposit.
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What does English Easter Course cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Grammar and comprehension
Morning sessions develop grammar, comprehension and interactive language use.
Creative project work
Students practice English through drama, music, film, arts and crafts.
Advanced debating
Advanced learners use structured debating to build confidence and expression.
Excursion-linked English
Cultural preparation and review writing connect trips with classroom learning.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on English Easter Course?
A typical day during the program.
English lessons
Core classes cover the four skills through pair work, group activities and communication tasks.
Creative lessons
Students work on projects across drama, film, music and art.
Activities or trips
Sports, creative activities, local visits or longer excursions follow lessons.
Social program
Supervised events include games, mysteries, challenges, house nights and a disco.
Who teaches on English Easter Course?
General English classes are taught by qualified English as a Foreign Language teachers selected for subject knowledge, experience and teaching aptitude. Activity and residential staff support students beyond lessons and throughout daily campus life.
Classes have no more than 12 students.
Where do students stay on English Easter Course?
Residential plan
- Supervised residences: Students live on Earlscliffe's compact in-town boarding campus.
- Full-board meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the residential fee.
- Pastoral support: Trained residential staff provide 24/7 on-site support.
- Activities and excursions: Afternoon activities, evening events and standard excursions are included.
Rooms are mostly twin en-suite, with triple and a limited number of single en-suite rooms also listed.
What happens after English Easter Course?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Receive a certificate of completion.
Take home an academic progress report.
Build confidence across speaking, reading, writing and listening.
Use project and excursion writing as evidence of English practice.
Progress into longer or more academically focused English study.
The certificate recognizes attendance and progress rather than a formal academic qualification.
Where does English Easter Course take place?
Earlscliffe is in Folkestone's West End, within walking distance of the beach, the Leas promenade and the town center. The compact campus places classrooms, dining, residences and activities close together, while Folkestone Central provides a high-speed rail connection to London.
English Easter Course FAQs
Morning sessions focus on grammar, comprehension and interactive language tasks. Afternoon projects use drama, music, film, arts and crafts, with debating available for advanced learners.
The core course provides twenty lessons totaling 16 academic hours per week. Optional small-group or one-to-one tuition can add four hours weekly for an extra charge.
Students are divided into Junior and Senior age groups and placed according to their English level. Core classes have no more than twelve students.
The course welcomes levels from beginner A1 through advanced English.
The fee includes tuition, course materials, accommodation, meals, activities, standard excursions, an academic report, a certificate and student travel insurance.
Students stay in supervised Earlscliffe residences, mainly in twin en-suite rooms. Triple and a limited number of single en-suite rooms are also listed.
The provider advertises 24/7 pastoral support, trained and DBS-checked residential staff, and a 1:6 staff-to-student ratio.
Students receive an end-of-course academic report and a certificate recognizing attendance and progress.
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- Transfers | Summer Boarding Courses
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | Summer Boarding Courses
- Terms & Conditions | Summer Boarding Courses
- Earlscliffe Summer School | Campuses | SBC
- Schedule a Call with Our Student Experience Teams
- Book Your Place – Summer Boarding Courses
- Sample Timetable(opens in a new window) Programme Overview (Coming Soon)(opens in a new window) https://www.summerboardingcourses.com/courses/general-english-summer-school/english-
- English Language - Easter Course | SBC
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