Family English Summer Camp in Cambridge: A Course for Parents and Children Together
Cambridge, United KingdomSt Giles4.7(23)
- Latest published dates
- Jul 4 – Aug 7, 2026
- Duration
- 1–5 weeks
- Ages
- 5–13
$977
Course price for 1 week
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This is a family English course in the historic university city of Cambridge, about an hour by train from London, where parents and children learn together rather than a child attending alone. Children's ages run from 5 to 13. Accommodation options include homestays, hotels and self-catering apartments. It may suit families wanting a shared study trip with a university-city atmosphere.
Language
English
Program type
Language Camps
Accommodation
Homestay
About
About the Course
The programme is created for parents and children roughly aged 5–13 who want to combine a family holiday with English study in a classic university setting. Its goal is to build confidence in English for both adults and younger learners through a mix of classroom work, shared activities and cultural excursions. Lessons follow a general English syllabus with 20 lessons (about 16.7 hours) per week, with adults studying at the refurbished St Giles Cambridge and children in nearby classrooms. Classes are small, and younger learners follow age-appropriate, communicative lessons focusing on speaking, listening and practical language for everyday situations.
What’s Included
The full package includes 20 morning lessons per week, 3 afternoon activities per week, 1 full-day excursion per week on Saturdays, light lunches on weekdays, and homestay accommodation with breakfast daily. Families can also select additional options such as extra excursions or personalised arrangements through the school on request.
Accommodation
Accommodation options include homestays, hotels and self-catering apartments within commuting distance of the school, allowing families to select the comfort level and privacy that suits them. All options are arranged with approved hosts or partner providers to offer a safe, welcoming base for both adults and children.
Meal Plan
The full package includes daily breakfast and weekday lunches when booked with the recommended options, helping families keep mealtimes simple during busy course days. Special dietary needs can be catered for on request for an additional fee.
Activities & Excursions
The program includes 1 full-day excursion and 3 afternoon activities per week. Activities and excursions may include punting, visits to BeWilderWood, college tours, the Botanical Gardens, sports in the park, and trips to locations such as London, Brighton, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Activities are designed so that parents and children can spend time together, practise English informally and enjoy Cambridge and the surrounding region.
Facilities
Facilities available to families at St Giles Cambridge include modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards or projectors, a self-access study centre, student café, free Wi‑Fi and a bookshop. The central location offers convenient access to public transport and the city’s main attractions used during lessons and excursions.
Camp Experience
St Giles is a long-established English language provider with specific expertise in junior and family programmes in the UK. Adults study at the fully refurbished St Giles Cambridge school. Children study at a nearby location with excursions and activities. Class sizes are up to 12 students for adults and 15 for children. The general staff-to-student ratio is 1:20. Qualified EFL teachers, structured timetables and an international mix of students help create a supportive environment where adults and children can progress in English and enjoy a shared study holiday.
Language Camp prices
Family English Course
20 Lessons · 5–13 yrs · A1–C22026 price
A course designed for parents and children aged 5 to 13 to learn English together, make international friends, and explore a new country. It caters to younger students with programs designed to suit their age, development stage, and language levels.
The course uses a differentiated teaching approach tailored to the student's age and language level. Younger children (up to age 10) are grouped by age, while older children (aged 11+) take a placement test and are grouped by level or taught in mixed-ability classes with differentiated aims. Classes have a maximum of 15 students for children and 12 for adults. The focus is on age-appropriate general English skills, utilizing interactive methods and materials suitable for family learning.
General English language learning tailored for families with children.
Daily Schedule
Breakfast
07:30–08:30
Classes
09:00–13:00
Lunch
13:00–14:00
Activities or excursions
14:00–18:00
Included items
Optional Extras
Recommended for most families
Smooth arrival and fewer surprises.
Airport Transfer Service (Stansted), per family (max. 4), one way
Mandatory course deposit, per person
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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.
