Embassy Summer Queen Mary University of London: Teen English Camp in Mile End

The academic programme is centred on communicative language teaching, focusing on developing practical English skills through interactive, engaging, and student-centred lessons. It offers 20 lessons per week (45 minutes each) in well-equipped classrooms, with an average of 17 students per class. Students are placed into appropriate levels based on a comprehensive first-day placement test, ensuring tailored learning. The curriculum emphasises real-world communication, building confidence in speaking and listening, while also integrating grammar and vocabulary in a fun and supportive environment.

The base package includes English lessons, on-campus accommodation in single en-suite rooms, full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), a weekly schedule of on-site activities and sports, and a programme of half-day and full-day excursions (e.g., museums, London walking tours, Greenwich). Group airport transfers are also included in the package. Personal airport transfers are available as an additional, bookable service. Optional, premium excursions (e.g., Thorpe Park, Oxford, West End musicals) and guard.me insurance if needed are available for an extra fee. A refundable accommodation damage deposit (£30/40) is required upon arrival.

Students reside in secure, modern university residence halls on the self-contained Queen Mary campus. Accommodation is in single bedrooms with private en-suite bathrooms, each equipped with a desk, chair, wardrobe, and bed linen. The buildings offer 24/7 security, CCTV, free Wi-Fi, on-site laundry facilities, vending machines, and regular cleaning services. A dedicated Night Supervisor and on-site security team ensure student safety and welfare at all times.

The programme provides full-board accommodation with all meals served in the campus dining hall, 'The Nest'. Meals include a varied breakfast (continental or hot options), a lunch with at least two choices including a vegetarian option, and a dinner with two main choices. Packed lunches are provided for weekend excursions. Special dietary requirements (e.g., allergies, religious) can be catered for if notified well in advance. Students are expected to clear their trays after meals.

The activity programme is integral to the experience, designed to complement language learning with fun, culture, and social integration. It includes daily on-site activities like sports (football, basketball), creative workshops (Trashion Show), quizzes, and evening events (discos, karaoke, film nights). The weekly schedule features included excursions to London's top landmarks (British Museum, St Paul's Cathedral) and full-day trips to cities like Cambridge, Brighton, and Canterbury. Optional premium trips (e.g., London Eye, Madame Tussauds) are also available.

The centre utilises the extensive facilities of Queen Mary University. This includes modern, spacious classrooms for lessons, a large indoor sports hall, various on-campus social and common areas, a shop, and a cafe (The Curve) with a Starbucks. Free Wi-Fi is accessible across campus. The programme also makes extensive use of London's world-class cultural infrastructure, including museums, galleries, and transport networks for excursions.

Embassy Summer delivers a high-quality educational experience backed by over 30 years of expertise. The academic staff are qualified, friendly teachers trained in the Embassy Summer methodology, focusing on engagement and communication. The centre management and welfare teams are available 24/7, ensuring a supportive, safe, and inclusive environment. The programme fosters a truly international atmosphere with students from over 85 countries, promoting cultural exchange and creating lasting memories through a perfect balance of learning, adventure, and friendship.