English courses for ages 8-17, with activities, excursions, and full supervision.
Young Learners courses are English programmes for kids and teenagers, built around a full day rather than just a classroom. Students are typically aged 8 to 17, grouped by age and level, and lessons in the morning are followed by an afternoon of activities: sport, art, cultural visits, day trips. The idea is that English keeps getting used outside the classroom without it feeling like extra school.
Staff are experienced working with this age group, and supervision runs through the day, not just during lessons. Most schools include structured pastoral care and many arrange airport transfers, which matters if a student is travelling without a parent.
We currently list 71 young learner courses across 21 UK schools, priced from £185 to £1,699 a week. That range is wider than adult general English because most young learner prices include accommodation, food and the activity programme in one weekly fee, not just tuition. Typical pricing sits between roughly £490 and £1,000 a week depending on whether the stay is homestay or residential, how many activities and trips are included, and the school’s location. A course quoting a low weekly figure and one quoting a high one may not be comparable unless you check what’s actually bundled in.
Almost all young learner courses run during school holidays. Summer is the main season, with a smaller number of Easter and half-term courses. Course length typically runs from 1 to 12 weeks, and most schools set fixed start and end dates around the holiday calendar rather than year-round rolling starts, so it’s worth checking specific dates before you plan travel.
Beyond price, check class size, the ratio of staff to students during activities, whether accommodation is homestay or residential, and whether transfers and 24-hour pastoral care are included as standard or cost extra. Accreditation matters here too, and a British Council accredited school will have been inspected on safeguarding as well as teaching.
The courses below are listed at each school’s own price, with no commission added, so you can compare what’s included before you enquire.
Combined English for parents and children aged 10-17, January to May.
£185 / week
£185 / week
£740
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Summer combined English for parents and children aged 10-17.
£210 / week
£210 / week
£840
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Newcastle International School (NIS)
Summer English lessons for juniors aged 10-17, without accommodation or activities package.
£260 / week
£260 / week
£1,040
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Course-only summer programme with 15 hours of morning English lessons for ages 10-16.
From £282.75 – £290 per week
£282.75 / week
£1,131
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English classes only for ages 10-16 — no accommodation or activities included.
From £291.50 – £299 per week
£291.50 / week
£1,166
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English classes only for ages 5-10 — no accommodation or activities included.
From £291.50 – £299 per week
£291.50 / week
£1,166
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Summer young learner residential English programmes near Cambridge for ages 8-20. All-inclusive 2-week and 4-week courses at boarding school venues during July, covering tuition, accommodation, meals, activities and transfers.
A dedicated summer English centre for young learners, offering English courses and activities in the historic city of Oxford.
ILC Portsmouth is a welcoming English language school in a lively coastal city, offering quality teaching, a supportive environment, and excellent transport links.
British Council accredited junior summer school at prestigious Clifton College, Bristol! Ages 11-17, established 2011. General English, English & AI, Young Entrepreneurs Programme. Boarding school experience.
Set in the centre of Bath on the edge of beautiful Queen Square, our college offers students a bespoke education with tailored teaching in small classes, giving our students the support they need.
Experience summer at Walhampton! Ages 9-14 enjoy 15 hours of English tuition weekly, full-day excursions to London & Oxford, plus stunning facilities including outdoor pool, sports hall, and tennis courts in 100 acres.
ILC Cambridge provides flexible English programmes designed to meet individual student goals, whether for work, university entry, or personal development.
Study English in the heart of Oxford Street at our British Council-accredited language school, with flexible classes for all levels and a vibrant social programme to practise English and explore London.
Study at the exact venue that hosted the 2012 London Olympic sailing events! Weymouth English Centre is located just 5 minutes from Weymouth Beach, crowned Sunday Times Beach of the Year 2023.
SKOLA Gloucester Gate Summer School is based near Regent’s Park, giving students easy access to one of London’s most iconic green spaces, transport links, and major cultural attractions.
Experience summer at Ipswich Residential! Ages 11-17 enjoy 15 hours of English tuition weekly, full-day excursions to London, Cambridge & Norwich, plus amazing facilities including swimming pool, sports hall, and theatre
Located in the heart of a bustling, multi-cultural city in the north of England, Newcastle International School offers a wide range of courses designed to improve your English Language levels.
ILC Colchester is a friendly English language school in a beautiful building, offering small classes, modern facilities, and a supportive learning environment, close to the town centre and local attractions.
ILH Framlingham Summer School offers a safe residential experience in a stunning boarding school, combining English lessons, activities, and excursions in a beautiful English countryside setting.
British Council accredited school in South London with on-site accommodation, offering General English, exam preparation and specialist business courses since 1990.
As family-run organization, the school combines rich heritage with personal friendly service and efficient administration, creating welcoming environment where students feel valued and supported.
Located within Regent's Park, one of London's Royal Parks, providing students with a secure, green campus environment in the heart of the city. This unique setting combines the safety and space of a university campus.
Rose of York English Language School is located in the heart of central London on Oxford Street, placing students just moments from world-famous landmarks, theatres, shops, and transport links.
ILC Bristol offers students the opportunity to study English in one of the UK’s most vibrant and historic cities. Bristol combines rich heritage with modern creativity, featuring world-famous landmarks like the Clifton Suspension Bridge alongside thriving industries.
ILC Birmingham offers a broad range of English language courses including General English, Intensive English, IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation, one-to-one tuition, and evening classes.
British Council accredited junior summer school at Portsmouth University! Ages 11-17, established 2011. General English, English & AI, Young Entrepreneurs Programme. University residence experience.
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