English Summer Camps for Students at Eastbourne College in England

Eastbourne College English Summer Camps for Students aged 11 to 17 run by Oxford Summer Schools.

The summer camp automatically serves as a pre-college programme. We are happy to arrange full enrolment at the Eastbourne College for your son or daughter.

Learn English in the UK: Eastbourne College stands on England’s sunniest coast, red-brick buildings facing lawns and the long promenade. Victorian setting, Beachy Head’s white cliffs, Brighton twenty minutes away. Cafés, arcades and shops lie close to the beach, suitable for young groups. Teenagers find British fashion labels worn by Emma Watson or Harry Styles. Each summer, the Eastbourne English Summer School runs here within the Oxford Summer Schools. Facilities include a heated pool, theatre and dance studio, tennis and cricket grounds, and open-air sports fields. Oxford-standard teaching: daily small-group lessons with native staff. Programme includes two guided London trips, Brighton with Royal Pavilion, two Eastbourne half-days, optional Canterbury Cathedral and Hastings. British Council accredited. Supervision 1:2 to 1:5.

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Best price to learn English in the UK:​ 2 weeks: 2059 £ - Find all prices here 

Excellence in English Education at Eastbourne Summer School

Each student at Eastbourne English Summer School is seen as a future scholar or innovator. The English programme is built on one belief: excellence begins early. Lessons are intensive, led by native-speaking teachers, and rank among the most advanced English courses in the United Kingdom.

English Courses for Students at Eastbourne Summer School

Students at Eastbourne receive advanced English instruction across all core disciplines: communication, debate, composition, reasoning, presentation and fluent speech. Beyond language, the course develops leadership, teamwork and an international outlook, preparing students for study and life in a connected world.

British Council Accredited English Programme at Eastbourne College

Accredited by the British Council and delivered by experienced native teachers, the Eastbourne Summer School reflects the tradition of British boarding education. Small international classes ensure personal attention and continuous speaking practice — a recognised standard of English excellence in the United Kingdom.

All-Inclusive programme – everything is one price, no extras:

Personal attention: every student individually supported

Reasons for partents to choose Eastbourne College

• Big walls, safe care – Children live behind solid boarding school walls with supervision day and night, ratio 1:2 to 1:5.

• Exclusive price advantage – Specially secured rate for this English summer school in a boarding college, unmatched value on the market.

• Beautiful Coastline – Children wake up in a Harry Potter–style college, with birdsong and the green hills of Sussex.
   

Inclusive Boarding and International Care at Eastbourne College

Over 120 nationalities, one campus. Each summer, Eastbourne English Summer School unites students from every continent on England’s southern coast. Europe sends its brightest from Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Spain and Sweden. Asia joins with Thailand, China, Singapore, Indonesia, India and Turkey. South America and the Arab states complete the picture. Prices available in Indian Rupees, Taiwanese Dollars, Hong Kong Dollars, Turkish Lira and Arab currencies on request.

English Summer School admission for students aged 11 to 17

The English Summer School in Eastbourne is suitable for individual students, siblings, friends and groups aged 13 to 17, while pupils aged 11 to 12 are welcome to travel in a group.

• Individuals, siblings & friends: Ages 13–17 ✓ 

• Groups: Pupils 11–17 ✓

• Young learners: Ages 11–12 only in groups ✓

• Teacher bonus: 1 teacher free per 10 pupils ✓

• School trips: Klassenfahrt, Sprachwoche, gita scolastica, viaje escolar, okul gezisi ✓

What Parents Can Expect from Eastbourne College Summer Camps

Eastbourne College Summer Camp run by Oxfords English Summer Schools embody the spirit of Britain’s most illustrious boarding schools, evoking the discipline of Eton, the tradition of Harrow, the scholarly prestige of Winchester and the refinement of Cheltenham Ladies’ College. Within this environment of academic seriousness and cultural polish, students are guided by expert teachers, their days structured with precision to foster both intellectual growth and personal discipline. For many families, the camp is more than a summer programme: it is the first decisive step towards future study in the United Kingdom, laying the linguistic mastery, cultural confidence and academic foundations required to succeed at Britain’s leading universities.

Accommodation and Full Board at Eastbourne College

Accommodation is provided in residential houses on campus of Eastbourne College, arranged according to the traditional House system of British boarding schools. Each House contains its own common rooms, where pupils gather between activities to relax with new friends. Sleeping quarters are organised by age group and gender, consisting single, twin or triple rooms. Members of staff reside within the same buildings and are in attendance at all times. Full board is included; on excursion days packed lunches are provided.

Meals & Dietary Options

Meals cater to all needs: halal and kosher options, vegan and vegetarian dishes, gluten-free choices, allergy-friendly menus, and balanced meals prepared with regional products from sustainable farming.

Homestay Accommodation at Eastbourne English Summer School

At Eastbourne College, students have the option to live with carefully selected host families in Eastbourne. Students will stay with a host family in a twin or triple room on a full-board basis. Hosts are visited regularly and vetted to ensure they meet British Council welfare standards. Homestay is an excellent way to build a student’s confidence in spoken English and to learn about British culture. Host families are thoughtfully matched to each student’s background and preferences. On request, accommodation can reflect religious or cultural backgrounds. Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Indian or traditional British – all native English-speaking families, fully part of local British life, ensuring every student feels welcome and at home.

Leisure program at Eastbourne English Summer School

Students enjoy a balanced mix of sports, creative workshops and evening activities, all guided and supervised by experienced staff. Pupils staying in the residence join the evening activities, while those in host families spend the evenings with their hosts.

Arrival:

Please book your child a flight to London. Return transfers from London Heathrow and London Gatwick are already included in the price. Return transfers from London Heathrow or London Gatwick are included in the price for Tuesday arrivals. As this is a shared transfer, waiting times may occur. We recommend arriving and departing between 11 am and 5 pm to keep waiting times to a minimum. Please note that this is a shared transfer and waiting times will occur. Outside these times, arrival and departure are also possible for an additional charge.

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Parents who are looking for a quieter countryside boarding option for their children can choose Ardingly College – another Oxford Summer Schools campus with classic architecture, green parkland, and a traditional English boarding atmosphere.