Football and English Summer School at Millfield School, Somerset England

Course Description: Football and English Summer School at Millfield School, Somerset England

Program Overview

At Camp, we prioritise exceptional delivery over branding. Our football programme is led by elite, UEFA-qualified

coaches who create an inclusive and supportive environment for all participants. Students simply need a love of football; we welcome every level of ability, with training sessions tailored to the needs of each group. Activities are organised by age and ability, offering engaging, enjoyable sessions using first-class facilities and premium equipment. Our aim is to provide every student with an unforgettable, elite football experience that supports holistic development and encourages meaningful use of English throughout.

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📍 Location Located in Somerset, just a few hours from London, Millfield School combines outstanding facilities with a welcoming boarding environment. Known for its world-class sports, arts and academic facilities, it provides the perfect setting for the English Summer School. 

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What’s Included

✔️ 13 nights full-board residential accommodation

✔️ Daily English lessons with TEFL-qualified teachers

✔️ Daily afternoons of professionally-coached football sessions

✔️ English+ afternoon activity programme (sports, arts, life skills, etc.)

✔️ Daily evening entertainment and themed events

✔️ Full-day excursions (entry fees, transport, and meals included)

✔️ Airport transfers from/to London Heathrow (at scheduled times)

✔️ All course materials and a personalised English progress report

✔️ Certificate of completion

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English Lessons

• Taught by qualified TEFL instructors in small classes (average: 15 students)

• Interactive, project-based lessons designed to build confidence

• Focused on real-world communication, teamwork, and creativity

• All students receive a final progress report and completion certificate

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Learn English, play football, and train like a Pro.

This exciting programme gives students the chance to improve their football skills, build confidence, and make new friends, while also practising English in a fun, motivating setting. It’s the perfect balance of language learning, sport, and summer adventure.

Why choose English+ Football Summer School?

Session content is subject to the coach's assessment of the group.

However, a typical programme of on-pitch sessions may include:

• Passing and receiving (technical)

• 1v1 attacking and defending (technical)

• Combination play (tactical)

• Creating and scoring (tactical)

• Finishing (technical)

• Compact defending (tactical)

• Counter attacking/defending (technical)

• Traditional English systems of play (tactical)

• Goalkeeping (for students interested in goalkeeping)

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Accommodation

• Dormitory-style rooms in boarding house residence

• Single and shared rooms, grouped by gender and age

• Shared bathrooms, cleaned weekly

• 24/7 supervision by trained residential staff

• Free Wi-Fi in residence

• On-site laundry available

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Meals

• Full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner daily

• Served in the school’s modern dining hall

• Sample menu includes: English breakfasts, roast dinners, BBQs, pasta nights, desserts

• Vegetarian and dietary requirements catered for with care

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Activities & Evening Entertainment

Daily English+ activities include: • Sports: football, cricket, basketball • Creative arts, drama, dance, crafts • Team-building games, life skills, and leadership workshops

Evening entertainment may include: • Campfires & marshmallows 🔥 • Talent shows & movie nights 🎤 • Quiz nights & scavenger hunts • Aqua fun & discos 🎉

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Excursions

3 full-day cultural excursions include:

• Oxford

• Bath

• Glastonbury

Supervised travel, meals, and entrance fees included

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Airport Transfers

Round-trip airport transfers included from London Heathrow (scheduled times): • Arrivals: 10:00–15:00 • Departures: 12:00–17:00

Optional transfers (extra fee) from: • London Heathrow - approx. 2 hrs 20 min • London Gatwick – approx. 2 hrs 40 min • London Luton – approx. 3 hrs • Bristol Airport – approx. 50 min

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Essentials & Extras

• Laundry available on-site

• Bedding provided (students must bring towels)

• Suggested pocket money: £30–£50 per week (securely held by staff)

• Mobile phones discouraged during program hours to encourage immersion

• UK plug adapter required (Type G – 3-pin)

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Certification

• Course completion certificate for all students

• Personalised English progress report from their TEFL instructor

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Sample Schedule

Sunday

🕒 Arrival Day & Airport Transfer

Welcome Tour & Staff Introductions

Monday & Tuesday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons

🕐 Afternoon Project work / Football ⚽️

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Wednesday

🕗 All Day: Full Day Excursion

🕖 Evening: Relaxed Group Activity

Thursday & Friday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons

🕐 Afternoon Project work / Football ⚽️

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Saturday

🕗 All Day: Full Day Excursion

🕖 Evening: Relaxed Group Activity

Sunday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons

🕐 Afternoon Project work followed by Workshops / Activities

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Monday & Tuesday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons

🕐 Afternoon Project work / Football ⚽️

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Wednesday

🕗 All Day: Full Day Excursion

🕖 Evening: Relaxed Group Activity

Thursday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons

🕐 Afternoon Project work / Football ⚽️

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Friday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons

🕐 Afternoon Project work / Football ⚽️

🕖 Evening: Staff and Student Formal Dinner and Disco with certificate presentation

Saturday

🕒 Departure Day & Airport Transfer