English Language Summer camp at St Joseph's College Ipswich, UK

Course Description: English Language Summer camp at St Joseph's College Ipswich, UK

Designed specifically for students aged 12 to 17, this immersive summer experience offers more than just language lessons. Students develop real-life communication skills while making international friendships, participating in creative activities, and exploring England through cultural excursions.

English is used from breakfast to bedtime - not just in the classroom. Whether your child is playing sports, solving challenges, performing on stage, or discovering nature, they’ll be gaining confidence in English through hands-on, collaborative experiences.

This 13-night residential program combines high-quality TEFL instruction with fun and meaningful afternoon activities, daily evening entertainment, and exciting excursions, all within a secure and inspiring school setting.

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📍 Location Set in 60 acres of private grounds and walkable to Ipswich town centre. The college has a feel of traditional boarding school with the accommodation recently being renovated. St Joseph’s College is home to the UK largest U18 rugby festival and makes it the perfect place for us to run our specialist football and rugby camps.

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📅 2025 Programme Dates

• Session 1: 6 July – 19 July

• Session 2: 20 July – 2 August

• Session 3: 3 August – 16 August

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What’s Included

✔️ 13 nights full-board residential accommodation ✔️ Round-trip airport transfers from/to London Heathrow (scheduled times) ✔️ Daily English language lessons with TEFL-certified teachers ✔️ English+ activity sessions (sports, arts, drama, team games, workshops) ✔️ Daily evening entertainment and social events ✔️ Full-day and local excursions ✔️ English course materials and personalised progress report ✔️ 24-hour supervision and pastoral care ✔️ Special dietary needs accommodated

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Accommodation & Facilities

• Shared bedrooms (1–4 beds) with shared bathrooms

• Separate sleeping areas for boys and girls

• Rooms include clothes storage, desk, and chair

• Indoor sports hall

• All-weather courts for netball, hockey and tennis

• Drama studio used as theatre/stage

• Sports fields for football, cricket and rugby

• Fitness suite

• Dance studio

• Town location, walk into Ipswich

• Fully equipped classrooms & computer rooms

• Chapel and well-being centre

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English Language Learning

• Structured English lessons every weekday morning

• Lessons led by certified TEFL instructors

• Focus on practical speaking, listening, reading & writing

• Group projects and real-world vocabulary

• English used throughout the day—not just in class

• Progress report and certificate at the end of the program

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Meals

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily in the dining hall

• Sample menu includes English breakfasts, roast dinners, pasta nights, BBQs, and international dishes

• Daily dessert selection: cookies, crumbles, fruit, mousse, ice cream bar

• Vegetarian and special dietary options available

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Activities & Evening Entertainment

Afternoon English+ sessions include: • Team sports (football, basketball, dodgeball) • Creative arts & drama workshops • Leadership & life skills challenges

Evening activities may include: • Campfire & marshmallows 🔥 • Movie night • Disco night 🪩 • Talent show 🎤 • Team quizzes & scavenger hunts

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Excursions

• Full-day trip to London (guided sightseeing, shopping & cultural exploration)

• Additional trips to Cambridge, Norwich, or nearby towns

• All transport, entrance fees, supervision, and meals included

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Airport Transfers

• London Heathrow (included at scheduled arrival/departure times)

• Approximate journey times: • Heathrow – 2 hrs • Gatwick – 2 hrs • Stansted – 1 hr • Luton – 2 hrs

Transfers from other airports or outside scheduled times incur additional fees

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Essentials & Extras

• Bedding provided (duvets, sheets, pillows) — bring your own towels

• Laundry facilities available

• Suggested pocket money: £30–£50/week (kept securely by staff)

• UK 3-pin plug adapter required 🔌

• Students agree to a code of conduct covering respect, safety, and responsibility

• Camps are non-smoking - phones not required

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Certification

• Certificate of course completion

• Personalised English progress report from TEFL instructor

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Sample Daily Routine – Week 1

Sunday 🕒 Arrival & Transfer

• Orientation & Staff Meet-and-Greet

Monday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Lesson 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Volleyball & Dance 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Team Quiz (Part 1)

Tuesday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Lesson 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Mod Roc Art & Media Workshop 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Sports Tournament

Wednesday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Lesson 🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Full-day Excursion (e.g. London, Cambridge, or Norwich) 🕖 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Relaxation (Late Return)

Thursday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Lesson 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Touch Rugby & Bushcraft 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Night Navigation Challenge

Friday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Lesson 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Marketing Workshop & Dodgeball 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Aqua Fun 🏊

Saturday 🕗 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Full-day Excursion 🕖 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Campfire & Marshmallows 🔥