Activities Offered

Located near the Cathedral city of Canterbury, St. Lawrence College enables students to learn English in a supportive and nurturing setting. Students have numerous opportunities to practice and improve their English speaking skills both during formal class and in extracurricular activities, with other young people from around the world.  

Courses have five levels, from elementary through advanced. Students are tested and placed at an appropriate level at the start of the session.  All classes are focused on increasing student confidence and comfort with everyday usage of the English language.

Students have 15 hours of in-class instruction each week, including project work and classes on British history and culture. Each week is filled with fun extracurricular activities as well. In addition to excursions into central London, the program includes five activities in the afternoon and seven in the evening.  Each two-week session includes one half-day and one full-day excursion to nearby cities and towns. London is just over an hour away.

Campus facilities

St. Lawrence College is located in historic Ramsgate, a quaint seaside town in southeast England.  Ramsgate is known for its stately Regency architecture and beautiful sandy beach. Students love to make good use of the beach.  The program also includes the opportunity to participate in drum circles and try out some percussion instruments from around the world. 

Outside Trips

Full day excursions from St. Lawrence College may include the dynamic world capital of London, the nearby university city of Cambridge, and the seaside town of Brighton.  Half day excursions may include historic Dover Castle, the UNESCO world heritage site of Canterbury, the Turner Contemporary art gallery, and the seaside town of Margate with its famous sandy beaches. Additional optional excursions may include Dreamland and 900-year-old Leeds Castle, which some consider to be one of the most beautiful in the world.

Food and Accommodation

Accommodations offered include a mix single, double, and multi-bed accommodation with shared bathrooms, with separate facilities for boys and girls.  Ensuite rooms may be available at a supplemental cost, according to availability.  Accommodation buildings have common lounges where students can talk, socialise, or just relax. Basic laundry service is included.

Most meals take place in the dining room. There is always a range of options, including a vegetarian choice and fresh salads. Food allergies/intolerances can be accommodated.  Drinks and snacks are also available during free times at the on-campus shop.

Transportation

All Churchill House Summer programs provide arrival and departure transfer service to all students. Service must be requested at least a week in advance, with a choice of individual taxi service or shared transfer service. Students will be accompanied by a staff member at the airport at all times.

Cancellation rules

• Up to 21 days before a course starts, a full refund can be obtained, minus the £250 deposit and any bank transfer fees.
• Within 21 days, no refund is available. However the course fees, minus the £250 deposit, can be transferred to another course up until the end of the following calendar year.
• Cancellations due to a visa rejection will be fully refunded, upon receipt of the rejection letter, minus bank transfers and a £75 enrollment fee.