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Children's English Courses in St. Albans, Hertfordshire UK

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International College of English:
Established in 1996, International College of English is a professional family-run school providing a range of year-round English language courses and summer schools for students aged from 7 to 17 years old. We are specialised in school groups but also take individual students (Juniors wanting to learn English in the UK together with a rich cultural program). Our courses are offered with Home Stay Accommodation or Residential Campus options, with three locations; in Portsmouth (a Seaside City on the South Coast), Reigate in beautiful Surrey (south west of London), and St Albans in Hertfordshire (North of London, between Watford and Luton). Our programmes include an exciting cultural program visiting major cities, workshops and outside classroom activities to open the minds of our clients. We have our own school bus service, meaning students in families do not have to take public transport. The welfare and safety of the children is of paramount importance.

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Our ethos and mission statement is clear:

Photo of Children's English Courses in St. Albans, Hertfordshire UK"EVERY STUDENT MATTERS, EVERY MOMENT COUNTS. TOGETHER WE ACHIEVE THE EXTRAORDINARY BECAUSE NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE.”

English Courses for Juniors / Teens:
At International College of English at St Albans, North London, we offer Autumn and Winter programmes for students aged 7 to 17 years old.

We offer a quality course written by our UCLES examiner covering all 5 skills to make learning dynamic and fun in a classroom environment.

We involve students in projects and assignments taking their language learning outside the classroom and into real life environments where they speak to local people and complete essential tasks to build not only self confidence but maximise personal development.

The afternoons are action-packed with trips to local cities such as Oxford, London, St Albans and Watford, together with fun activities to help build team skills and encourage new friendships.

We have a professional teaching team qualified to national standards. 100% all Native Speakers with degrees in varying subjects. Bringing both experience and variety to the classroom.

Quality Location:

International College of English at St Albans: Situated in Hertfordshire, North London (less than one hour from central London), the school campus is a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian Building, a former convent and part of the Diocese of Westminster now home to International College for its Winter and Autumn programmes.

The campus offers over 60 acres of breathtaking British landscape, oozing with history and affluence. Offering boarding-style accommodation in a safe and welcoming setting less than an hour from central London.

Cultural Visits and Excursions:

Image of Children's English Courses in St. Albans, Hertfordshire UKWe believe here at ICE that every moment of the stay with us should be maximised to the limit.

We have an action packed cultural itinerary where we make visits to major cities including. Oxford, London, Winchester, Brighton and much more.

The trips engage students by having professional guides explain to them the exhibits or monuments they are visiting, pre class sessions will prepare the students for the afternoon activities and a didactic activity involving talking, seeking information and learning makes each and every trip beneficial.

We offer activity afternoons and create exciting games like Human Cluedo, Rocket Building Workshops and Treasure Hunts enabling students to speak, learn and have a lot of fun!

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Address: St Albans, Hertfordshire, England AL2 1AL, UK / GB
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2023-09-29 were from:

Lima, Peru; St Albans; Barcelona, Spain; and more.
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Heritage English
Courses / Programs
Heritage English is an exclusive English language school situated on the beautiful South Coast of England near Bournemouth.

We provide intensive summer holiday English language homestay courses for children and teenagers, and combine top professional teaching standards customised to your needs, with a quality homestay.

Heritage young learner's English courses are designed for juniors who want to improve their English language skills in a relaxed friendly environment during their summer holidays.

Our younger students get the opportunity to live in a friendly, comfortable, caring family environment, and speak / listen to and learn English from morning to night.

Our principal teachers are Gail Steggell and Celia Lincoln, who are both fully Cambridge qualified and are highly experienced in hosting and teaching students of all ages and levels of English.

Heritage English tutors arrange a programme of lessons, excursions and activities to match students’ interests so that young learners are having fun and learning English during their stay.

Our school is located in Lymington in Hampshire in the south of England, approximately 25 km east of Bournemouth and 17 km south-west of Southampton.
English language summer homestay courses for children & teenagers of all levels:

- One-to-one total immersion English language courses for juniors who would like to improve their English language skills in a fun & friendly environment during their holidays

- Students stay in the home of their tutor or in friendly family homes nearby

- English language homestay courses for academic / exam preparation purposes: FCE, CAE, CPE, IELTS, TOEFL & TOEIC

- Afternoon activities, sports & cultural visits
Acorn International Summer School, Bristol
Courses / Programs
Are you searching for a quality summer English school for your child or teen? Located close to the beautiful city of Bristol in the south west of England, Acorn International Summer School (AISS) is a family-run summer boarding school for juniors ages 5-15 years.

We provide unique academic summer programmes for 2 or 4 weeks, and welcome students from around the world as well as British children.

International juniors will improve their English by studying a range of primary school subjects, in a fun and friendly environment. They will make lots of new friends, visit different English landmarks and cities, explore British culture and experience the British education system. British children will enjoy action-packed holiday courses.

At AISS, both international and British children can live, learn and play together - making friends from all over the UK, and across the world, and being part of a truly international experience. We want all participants to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Our summer school in Tockington (10 miles north of Bristol) is situated just 2 hours by train from London, 90 minutes from Oxford, and one hour from Cardiff in Wales. This makes Acorn International Summer School in Bristol very accessible for international students.

Testimonial:
"I very much enjoy the summer camp at Acorn, the lessons are so interesting because of all the different ones (math, science, art, cooking and more)...I have been to Acorn two years now and I love it." - Raul, Spain
International Summer School for Children - Ages 5-15:

- Our summer courses for Juniors (5-11), and Seniors (11-15) are held in July and August and students can attend for 2 or 4 weeks

- Academic English for international juniors combined with specialist sports tuition, fun activities and weekend excursions

- Academic tuition for British children in subjects from the British Primary Curriculum combined with specialist sports tuition, fun activities & weekend excursions

- Discounts for siblings and groups are available
Kaplan International Colleges London - Covent Garden
Courses / Programs
With over 40 English schools in eight countries, Kaplan International Colleges is a world leader in English language education and has been teaching English as a foreign language to students and professionals since 1967. Our exceptional English school in London’s fashionable Covent Garden area is one of two of Kaplan International Colleges English schools in London.

Choose from a range of English courses of varying lengths and levels of intensity, with classes beginning every week of the year, at our English schools in London. Personalise your course to match your language needs through electives and supplementary study sessions.

Located in a historic building in central London, our school offers English courses and exam preparation courses taught by qualified, experienced and friendly teachers to help students of all English levels advance their academic and professional careers. Accommodation options are also available. Join our English school in London and achieve your language goals today.

Our English schools in London are accredited by the British Council and are active members of English UK, the association of recognised English language schools.
English Language Courses:
- General English courses
- Intensive English courses
- Business English for professionals
- Vacation English course
- TOEFL and Academic English
- Cambridge ESOL exam preparation 
- IELTS Test Preparation

Work and Study Programs:
- Paid Work and Study (5/6/9-month programme)
St Brelade's College, Jersey
Courses / Programs
• St Brelade's College is an English language school located on the British island of Jersey in the Channel Islands, approximately 20 miles off the French coast and 80 miles south of England.

• We provide a range of year-round and summer English language courses for students aged 10-18 years including intensive, private lessons, holiday programmes or residential programmes. We offer courses for individuals or groups.

• Established in 1978, St Brelade’s College is accredited by the British Council and is a member of English UK. We offer a varying weekly activity programme, visiting places of interest, such as conservation parks and castles, and arranging activities and social evenings.

• We provide a holiday package that allows our students to practise and learn the English language, along with having a memorable stay.

• Our students have the choice of staying in homestay accommodation with one of our host families on the island, in a summer residence or in hotel accommodation.

Student Testimonial:
"Morning classes dramatically improved our English. We did activities, games and others things. It was very entertaining. I saw the results this year on my grades."
Arethuse, 15, France, 2 week summer holiday course
Year-round English Courses:
• Intensive English language course (ages 16-18)

• Semi-Intensive English language course (ages 14-17)

• Holiday English language course: (ages 10-17)

• Homestay programme with a local family (adult & teenage residences also available)

Summer English Courses:
• English language programme for Juniors: (ages 10-13) 

• Holiday English language course for Teenagers: (ages 14-17)

• Intensive English language course for Teenagers: (ages 16-18)
ISSOS, Summer Schools at Cambridge and St Andrews Universities
Courses / Programs
• ISSOS gives international students (ages 13-18) the opportunity to improve their English language skills while enjoying an unforgettable summer experience in the UK!

• We offer all-inclusive three-week summer school programs in July and August 2026 in the world-famous Cambridge and St. Andrews Universities.

• Cambridge and St Andrews are university towns that provide a stunning, unique and safe location for our students.

• St Andrews is located on the beautiful east coast of Scotland, approximately 50 miles (80km) north-east of Edinburgh and 80 miles (130 km) north-east of Glasgow.

• The city of Cambridge in England is situated approximately 50 miles (80 km) north-east of London.

• Our residential summer schools aim to offer a balanced summer experience of academics, fun and culture. Students choose one academic subject and one elective subject to study during their 3-week stay.

• Academic subject options include English language courses for beginner to advanced students.

• We attract students from all over the world, representing over 60 nationalities. We offer limited places to guarantee small class sizes and individual attention.

Student Review:
"It’s hard to sum up ISSOS in a few lines, but its quite easy to sum up in one word: Brilliant! From classes to activities to trips, ISSOS has something for everyone and more than one thing for most."
- Rachel, USA
3-week Residential Summer School 2026 for Teenagers (ages 13-18)

Academic Program options - St. Andrews
• English Language (for beginners to advanced)
• Study Skills to prepare for final years of high school and entrance to university / college
• Business Studies & Entrepreneurship
• IB Extended Essay
• Debate Program
• Youth Leadership
• Creative Writing

with 1 Elective: Film, Art, Theatre, Golf, or Tennis.

Academic Program options - Cambridge
• English Language (for beginners to advanced)
• Debating
• Journalism
• Study Skills
• Business Studies & Entrepreneurship

with 1 Elective: Photography, Fencing, Outdoor Leadership, Theatre or Tennis.
Let Me Play Sports Camps
Courses / Programs
• Leading specialists in summer sports camps and sports tours, Let Me Play provides quality sports camps in Loughborough University, Leicestershire, in the East Midlands of England.

• Our residential and non-residential summer camps are open to boys and girls. Camps include Basketball (ages 10-21), Football, and Athletics (ages 10-18).

• We also provide optional English language lessons alongside the sports camps, as well as a stand-alone English language camp for juniors and international high school teenagers.

• As well as sports and language camps, we also offer a summer transition camp for pupils moving from primary into secondary school.

• We take sport seriously and our coaches are there to help each individual develop, enjoy and reach his/her maximum potential. Our camps are a fantastic experience for young people of all ages and all abilities.

Parent Review:
“This is just a short note to say a big BIG thank you to the whole team, for your time, effort, warm and fun approach, engagement, humour, and professionalism. My son had a wonderful time”
- Parent of Basketball Camp Participant, France
Residential / Non-Residential Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-18:
• Athletics Camp (Coaching in all track & field events)

• Football Players Camp (offers you the chance to train with professional football players)

Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-21:
• Basketball Camp (with international coaches)

Also available:
• English Language Camp for juniors and international high school teenagers
• Optional English lessons
• Summer Transition Camp (for pupils moving from primary into secondary school)