St Giles Juniors Cambridge: Residential English Camp at St Mary's School
Cambridge, United KingdomSt Giles
- Latest published dates
- Jul 4 – Aug 7, 2026
- Duration
- 1–5 weeks
- Ages
- 8–17
$1,840
Course price for 1 week
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The St Giles Juniors Cambridge summer centre is based at St Mary’s School in the historic university city of Cambridge, offering a traditional boarding school environment within walking distance of the city centre. Students aged 8–17 live and study on a compact campus with historic buildings and modern facilities, combining a safe residential setting with easy access to local attractions. The camp is designed for young learners who want a classic British study experience in an academic city, with a structured package of lessons, accommodation, meals, and supervised activities.
Language
English
Program type
Language Camps
Accommodation
Campus
About
About the Course
Students follow 20 lessons per week of General English, with each 50‑minute lesson focusing on communication, vocabulary development, and the practical use of English inside and outside the classroom. Teachers use a communicative, learner‑centred approach with weekly themes and project work, and students are placed by level after a placement test to ensure classes are appropriate and challenging.
What’s Included
The standard package includes tuition, residential accommodation, all meals, a full social programme with activities and excursions, 24‑hour supervision, learning materials, and an end‑of‑course certificate and report. Optional English Plus language sessions (Exam Skills, Performing Arts, University Studies Taster) are also included in the package. Airport transfers, unaccompanied minor service and travel insurance are available for an additional fee.
Accommodation
Accommodation is in single, twin, or shared rooms (2–4 beds) in a boarding house about 15 minutes’ walk from the main school, with shared bathroom facilities. The residence offers a traditional boarding experience with on‑site staff and a general staff‑to‑student ratio of around 1:15, supporting a safe and supervised environment.
Meal Plan
Students on the residential package receive full board, with three meals a day provided on campus, including lunch between lessons and evening meals after activities. Special dietary requirements can usually be catered for on request as part of the Juniors package.
Activities & Excursions
The programme includes at least one full‑day and three half‑day excursions per week to places such as London, Norwich, the Botanic Garden, and Stratford‑upon‑Avon, as well as afternoon and evening activities like sports, games, and social events. English Plus options provide extra sessions in exam skills, performing arts, and a university‑studies taster to add variety to the activity schedule.
Facilities
Teaching and accommodation take place on a school campus with classrooms, sports facilities on‑site and off‑site, and communal areas for social activities.The wider city of Cambridge, including colleges, gardens, and museums, is used for excursions and cultural visits during the programme.
Camp Experience
St Giles Juniors Cambridge benefits from small classes (maximum 12–15 students), experienced English language teachers, and structured safeguarding procedures with regular roll calls and 24‑hour support. The atmosphere is friendly and international, giving students the opportunity to meet peers from many countries while improving their English and gaining confidence away from home.
Language Camp prices
General English Course
20 Lessons · 8–17 yrs · A1–C22026 price
Summer English course for juniors aged 8–17 at St Mary’s School in Cambridge, combining residential accommodation, language study and a full programme of activities and excursions in a secure campus environment.
Lessons are delivered by qualified teachers and follow a general English syllabus aimed at international young learners from beginner to advanced levels, with a maximum of 15 students per class. Teaching focuses on practical communication, using interactive whiteboards, age‑appropriate materials and weekly themes to develop speaking, listening, reading and writing through pair work, projects and task-based activities.
A general English summer programme for juniors who want to improve overall language skills while living and studying on a supervised residential campus in Cambridge.
Daily Schedule
Breakfast
07:30–08:30
Classes
09:00–13:00
Lunch
13:00–14:00
Activities or excursions
14:00–18:00
Dinner
18:00–19:00
Evening activities
19:00–21:30
Lights out
21:30–22:00
Included items
Optional Extras
Recommended for most families
Smooth arrival and fewer surprises.
Optional transfer for unaccompanied minor (under 13), one-way
Supervised Airport Transfer Service (London Gatwick), 1 student, one way
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School
St Giles
St Giles International aims to provide high quality English language education in a friendly, student focused environment, drawing on over 70 years of experience with learners of different ages, backgrounds, and goals. The school's mission is to treat students as individuals, help them find their own voice in English, and create conditions for full language immersion both inside and outside the classroom. It emphasises values of quality, continuous improvement, care, and international experience, while maintaining family ownership and long term relationships with its learners. The teaching approach at St Giles International is learner centred: lessons are built around the aims and needs of each student, and programmes are adjusted according to the group profile and course objectives. Classes make extensive use of pair and group work, task based activities, and real life communication to develop fluency and confidence. Teachers monitor progress through regular feedback, tutorials, and formal assessment so that students can see their development and refine their study plans. Key features include accredited centres in the UK and Canada, a wide range of General English, exam preparation, teacher training, and specialised courses, and multi level classes from beginner to advanced. The school offers modern learning facilities, dedicated student support services, and organised social programmes designed to extend language practice beyond the classroom. Small class sizes and an international mix of students help create an inclusive, supportive atmosphere where learners can progress quickly and achieve their personal, academic, or professional goals.