Woodbridge Summer School 2026: Tennis & English in the UK

Course Description: Woodbridge Summer School 2026: Tennis & English in the UK

Program Overview

Set in the picturesque town of Woodbridge, Suffolk, this 13-night residential summer school offers younger students a unique opportunity to combine English language learning with professional Tennis instruction. Hosted at the prestigious Woodbridge School, the program is carefully designed to build confidence, independence, and cross-cultural friendships in a nurturing and engaging environment.

Each day blends classroom-based English lessons with progressive project-work, creativity and sports sessions, and fun evening events. English is used throughout the day - in the classroom, on the court, dining hall, and dormitories—helping students absorb the language naturally through real-life interaction.

Perfect for both beginners and experienced players, this Tennis program delivers a balanced experience of language immersion, and player development.

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📍 Location Woodbridge School is located in the heart of Suffolk, on a private 45-acre estate dating back to 1662. The secure, historic campus offers outstanding facilities and is within walking distance of the charming riverside town of Woodbridge. Students enjoy a safe, inclusive environment tailored to younger learners.

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What’s Included

✔️ 13 nights full-board residential accommodation ✔️ Daily English lessons with TEFL-qualified teachers (Monday to Friday) ✔️ 4 professionally-coached Tennis 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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Pro Tennis Programme

• 4 professionally instructed Tennis sessions from LTA-qualified coaches

• Tennis programme developed by Jamie Murray, 7-time major doubles champion

• Includes: • Team-based games and mini matches • Forehand firepower • Backhand brilliance • Volley & smash training • Doubles strategy • Serve & return dominance • Beat the coach • Tennis Olympics & team challenges • Tournament

• Equipment provided

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Accommodation

• Dormitory-style rooms in the School House residence

• Single and shared rooms (2–5 beds), 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 traditional 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, tennis, 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

Weekly full-day cultural excursions include:

• Guided London trip

• Visits to Cambridge and Norwich

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 Gatwick – approx. 2 hours • London Stansted – approx. 1 hr 30 min • London Luton – approx. 2 hours

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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 with placement test

🕐 Afternoon Project work followed by Workshops / Activities

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Wednesday

🕗 All Day: Full Day Excursion

🕖 Evening: Relaxed Group Activity

Thursday & Friday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons with placement test

🕐 Afternoon Project work followed by Workshops / Activities

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Saturday

🕗 All Day: Full Day Excursion

🕖 Evening: Relaxed Group Activity

Sunday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons with placement test

🕐 Afternoon Project work followed by Workshops / Activities

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Monday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons with placement test

🕐 Afternoon: Tennis 🎾

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Tuesday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons with placement test

🕐 Afternoon: Tennis 🎾

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Wednesday

🕗 All Day: Full Day Excursion

🕖 Evening: Relaxed Group Activity

Thursday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons with placement test

🕐 Afternoon: Tennis 🎾

🕖 Evening: Group Activity

Friday

🕗 Morning: English Lessons with placement test

🕐 Afternoon: Tennis 🎾

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

Saturday

🕒 Departure Day & Airport Transfer