Language Camps

Ramsgate Homestay Centre

Ramsgate, United KingdomChurchill House4.5(52)

Dates
Jun 20 – Aug 21, 2027
Duration
2–9 weeks
Ages
12–17
Price from

$981

Course price for 1 week

Activity Programme

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Ramsgate, a charming seaside town in Kent, is home to a classic English summer school offering a peaceful coastal setting for language learning. The school is situated in a quiet residential neighbourhood, just a short 10-minute stroll from the bustling town centre, overlooking tennis courts and the harbour from a beautiful nineteenth-century square. Lessons take place in modern, purpose-built classrooms, while the Clubroom serves as the vibrant hub of student life. This social space features a self-service restaurant, pool table, and evening entertainment including discos and karaoke, creating the perfect environment to unwind and practise English. The homestay programme offers students a unique opportunity to experience authentic British life with carefully selected local families, with accommodation conveniently located within a 20-minute walk or short bus ride from the school.

Age

12–17 yrs

Language

English

Program type

Language Camps

Accommodation

Homestay

About

About the Course

The junior English courses in Ramsgate are designed to help students build confidence, improve fluency, and express themselves in English through engaging weekly themes. Classes are taught in small groups, ensuring personalised attention and support from qualified teachers. The curriculum focuses on vocabulary, listening, speaking, and real-world communication, with project-based activities that encourage teamwork, creativity, and cultural learning. All students receive a certificate of completion upon finishing the course.

What’s Included

The programme includes 15 hours of English tuition per week, focusing on vocabulary, listening, speaking, and real-world communication. Students participate in project-based activities that encourage teamwork, creativity, and cultural learning. Accommodation is provided with local host families, offering a warm, supportive home environment. Evening activities include shows, discos, and quizzes, with the emphasis on student participation and enjoyment. Excursions include half-day trips to local attractions and full-day trips to major UK destinations.

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided with local host families, offering a warm, supportive home environment. Most of our hosts welcome students year-round and provide a safe and welcoming environment. Accommodation is within a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride from the school, ensuring convenience and safety for all participants.

Meal Plan

Students eat with their homestay family seven days a week, providing an immersive cultural experience. After school-based evening activities, students return to their homestay on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. On activity nights, junior students are walked home by staff, ensuring safety and supervision. Most accommodation is within a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride from the school, ensuring convenience and safety for all participants.

Activities & Excursions

The programme includes one half-day excursion to a local attraction and one full-day trip to a major UK destination each week. Evening social events at the Clubroom include karaoke, discos, and games nights, fostering interaction and real-world application of English. Optional excursions include visits to the London Eye, Thorpe Park, Brighton, London Dungeon, Chelsea Football Stadium, and Madame Tussauds, enhancing students' cultural understanding and enjoyment.

Facilities

The school is set in a beautiful nineteenth-century square overlooking tennis courts and the harbour, creating a calm, welcoming environment for international students. Classes take place in modern, purpose-built classrooms around the square, while the Clubroom is the heart of student life, featuring a self-service restaurant, pool table, and evening entertainment like discos and karaoke.

Camp Experience

With over 50 years of experience, Churchill House has built a strong reputation for offering academically rich and well-structured programmes that provide excellent value for money. The dedicated and qualified academic team works closely with professional, enthusiastic activity leaders to create a vibrant, inclusive environment where every learner can thrive. The school is accredited by the British Council and is a long-standing member of English UK, ensuring high standards and quality assurance in all areas of service.

Language Camp prices

Activity Programme Plus

15 Lessons · 12–17 yrs · A1–C2

Price from

9 weeks$9,947Check-in dates for this duration have passed

This programme is designed for students who want a fully immersive experience with a balanced combination of English lessons, structured activities, and cultural excursions. The Activity Programme Plus offers the most comprehensive package, including daytime and evening activities, as well as half-day and full-day trips to explore the UK's most iconic destinations. This option is ideal for younger students and those who want to make the most of their time in Britain.

Students receive 15 hours of English lessons per week, delivered Monday to Friday in three 1-hour sessions with breaks. Teaching is communicative and interactive, using group discussions, games, and quizzes. Students take a placement test before arrival and are placed in levels from A0 Beginner to C1 Advanced. Lessons focus on speaking and listening to build confidence, while also covering grammar, vocabulary, and cultural content. The programme includes 4 daytime activities and 4 evening activities per week, plus 1 half-day trip and 1 full-day trip. For students staying 3 weeks, an additional full-day trip is included; for 4-week stays, two additional full-day trips are offered. All activities and excursions are supervised by trained staff, providing students with opportunities to practise English in real-life contexts, explore British culture, and make lasting friendships.

The course is focused on developing English communication skills through interactive lessons, a full programme of daytime and evening activities, and weekly cultural excursions.

Daily Schedule

  1. Breakfast

    08:0008:45

  2. Classes

    08:4512:15

  3. Lunch

    12:1514:00

  4. Activities or excursions

    14:0017:30

  5. Dinner

    18:0019:00

  6. Evening activities

    19:0022:00

  7. Lights out

    22:30

Included items

  • International students
  • Small groups
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Badminton
  • Disco
  • Drama Workshop
  • Cafeteria
  • Games area
  • Outdoor fields
  • Student lounge

Optional Extras

Top recommendation

Recommended for most families

Smooth arrival and fewer surprises.

Bus pass

A bus pass for older students, which also allows unlimited local travel.

Intensive Course (25 hours)

25 hours lessons per week

Mandatory fees1
Accommodation1
Education2
Other3
Support1
Transfer4

Reviews

4.5out of 5

Reviews

Based on 52 Google reviews

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School

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Churchill House

Churchill House is an independent English language school with over 50 years of experience teaching young learners from around the world. British Council accredited and a long-standing member of English UK, it combines structured English tuition with activities, excursions and supportive accommodation, offering a diverse international environment with strong individual care.

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Location

Map showing camp location42 Spencer Square, Ramsgate, CT11 9EQ, United Kingdom, Ramsgate

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More about this camp

Churchill House Centre in Ramsgate offers a classic English summer school by the coast, set in a quiet residential area just 10 minutes from the town centre. The school sits in a beautiful nineteenth-century square overlooking tennis courts and the harbour, creating a calm, welcoming environment for international students. Classes take place in modern, purpose-built classrooms around the square, while the Clubroom is the heart of student life. With a self-service restaurant, pool table, and evening entertainment like discos and karaoke, it’s the perfect place for students to relax, socialise, and practise their English in a fun, friendly setting. The homestay programme provides students with the unique opportunity to live with a local host family, encouraging natural language use and deeper cultural understanding. Most of our hosts welcome students year-round and provide a warm, supportive home environment. Accommodation is within a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride from the school, ensuring convenience and safety for all participants.

Price from $981