Student Information - What is the size of the school?

We can have a maximum of 280 students per week in Hampshire and 100 students in Wimbledon.

Student Information - What are the details of the excursions?

Every excursion is different, but they generally involve a tour around a well-known destination and the entrance to an attraction, as well as some free time for shopping. Wednesday trips have a heavy language focus and are led by the teachers, who will have prepared their classes in advance. Sunday trips are with the Activity Leaders who give students the chance to practice their English in a more relaxed atmosphere.

Student Information - Where do the students come from?

In 2024, we welcomed over 27 different nationalities on our English Study Camps. Our Top 5 nationalities were: 1. Italy 2. Spain 3. China 4. Turkey 5. Brazil

Student Information - What is the student to staff ratio?

On average there is 1 member of staff for every 7 students. The maximum ratio of staff to students on campus is 1:10.

Student Information - Is it possible to attend as a day student and live off campus?

Yes, we offer day programmes in London and Hampshire. Please contact support@wimbledon-school.ac.uk for more information. For example, on our London - Wimbledon programme, we offer a course, activities and excursions only option so you can stay with family or friends nearby.

Student Information - Is it possible to follow part of the programme? For example, classes only?

No, all students take part in every aspect of the programme, from breakfast until lights out. There may, however, be different options for the courses, and we offer a variety of workshops and afternoon activities to cater for all interests and preferences.

Student Information - Is insurance included in the programme?

Yes, insurance is included in the package price.

Student Information - Will I be able to use my mobile phone at all times?

You can use your mobile phone in your free time and in your room, until lights out when you should put it away for the night (the light from your phone can disturb your roommates who are trying to sleep). In class and on activities, your teacher may allow you to use your phone for research or project work, but they may also insist that you put your phone away.

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs — English Study Camps | Summer camps for children and teenagers in UK

Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve put together a list of the some of the most frequently asked questions for our English Study Camps. Please read the answers below to see if you can find the information you need. If not, please contact our team on support@wimbledon-school.ac.uk and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.

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Student Information

What ages can attend English Study Camps by WSE?

We welcome students aged 8 to 17, depending on the centre. Lord Wandsworth College is for ages 8 to 17, Epsom College London is for ages 11 to 17, and our main Wimbledon programme is for ages 14 to 17. Wimbledon also offers a day programme for ages 10 to 13.

Where do your students come from, and how big are the centres?

Our students come from all over the world. In 2026, we welcomed students from 31 countries, including Italy, Argentina, Brazil, Spain and Türkiye. Lord Wandsworth College can welcome up to 280 students, Epsom College London up to 120 and Wimbledon up to 100.

Do you offer a day programme for students who don't need accommodation?

Yes. All three centres offer day programmes for students staying with family or friends nearby. These include English lessons, lunch, activities and excursions, depending on the programme booked. Accommodation and overnight supervision are not included.

Can students join only the English lessons?

No. Our summer programmes combine English lessons with activities and excursions. Students are expected to take part in all parts of their booked programme, giving them more opportunities to practise English throughout the day.

How are students supervised, and can they go out alone?

On average, there is one member of staff for every seven students. Our staff supervise lessons, activities and excursions, while House Parents support students staying on campus. Students cannot leave the centre independently. During excursions, students aged 13 and over may have limited free time in small groups, with regular check ins with staff.

What happens if my child is ill, homesick or needs help?

Our welfare team is available to help students throughout their stay. Students can speak to their House Parent or another member of staff if they feel unwell, homesick or unhappy. We will arrange medical help when necessary and contact parents when appropriate.

Can students use their mobile phones?

Yes. Students can use their phones during free time and contact family and friends. During lessons and activities, staff may ask students to put their phones away. Phones should also be put away at bedtime so everyone can sleep.

Can you provide meals for students with special diets?

Yes. We can cater for many dietary needs, including vegetarian, halal, gluten free and dairy free diets. Please tell us about any allergies or special requirements before arrival so we can arrange suitable meals. Some special diets in Wimbledon homestays have an additional charge.

Are airport transfers and insurance included?

Insurance is included in all our programme packages. Shared airport transfers from Heathrow and Gatwick are included for residential students at Epsom College London and Lord Wandsworth College during the specified travel times. Wimbledon transfers cost extra. Our staff meet students in the airport arrivals area, and we send meeting instructions before travel.

Academic

What English courses are available?

Students can choose from different courses depending on their age, English level and centre. Explore English is available at all three centres. Future Business Leaders is offered at Wimbledon and Lord Wandsworth College, while Future Changemakers is available at Epsom College London and Lord Wandsworth College. We also offer specialist sports and science programmes.

What is the difference between Explore English, Future Business Leaders and Future Changemakers?

Explore English helps students improve their speaking, listening, reading and writing. Future Business Leaders focuses on business ideas, teamwork and presentations, while Future Changemakers explores global issues and helps students develop communication and problem solving skills through projects.

What English level do students need to join?

Explore English is available for students from A2 to C2 level. Future Business Leaders requires at least B1, while Future Changemakers requires B1+ in the 2027 programme information. Students must also meet the age requirements of their chosen course. Our team can help you select the right option.

How many students are in each class?

Our English classes have a maximum of 16 students, although some may be smaller. Students are placed in groups according to their English level so they can learn with others at a similar level.

Do students need to take an English test?

Yes. Students complete an online English test before arrival and a short speaking assessment on their first day. This helps our academic team place them in the most suitable class, even if they already know their English level.

What happens if my English class is too easy or too difficult?

If you feel your class is not right for you, speak to your teacher. They will discuss your level with the Director of Studies and decide whether another class would be more suitable. If a specialist course is too difficult, our teachers will also help review your options.

What are Plus Courses, and can students change them?

Plus Courses help students practise English through creative and practical subjects, including Film Making, London Explorer, Drama, Public Speaking, Football Skills and AI Skills. Students choose their options before arrival. Changes may be possible if space is available, but students normally need to finish their weekly project first. See our Plus Courses.

What sports and specialist programmes are available?

We offer a Football Academy at Lord Wandsworth College and a Tennis Academy at Epsom College London. Lord Wandsworth College also offers a STEAM programme and a Duke of Edinburgh Gold Residential for eligible students. Optional tennis coaching is available at all three centres.

Will students receive a certificate and report?

Yes. At the end of their course, students receive a certificate showing their English level and the courses they completed. They also receive a personalised report with feedback on their progress.

Epsom College London

When is Epsom College London open in 2027, and how long can students stay?

The programme runs from 6 July to 7 August 2027 for students aged 11 to 17. Students can stay for one to five weeks, although we recommend at least two weeks. The first week has different arrival and departure days, so please check the dates when booking.

What is the accommodation like at Epsom College London?

Students stay in boarding houses with bedrooms for one to four students. Bathrooms are shared, with private shower cubicles, and House Parents live on site to support students. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekly laundry and bedding are included. Students should bring their own towels, and room sharing requests cannot be guaranteed.

What lessons, activities and excursions are included?

Students have 12 hours of classroom study in the first week and 17.5 hours in later weeks, including Main Study and Plus Courses. The programme also includes sports, creative activities, visits to London and full day trips to places such as Oxford or Cambridge. Entrance fees for attractions on the published programme are included.

What does the Tennis Academy include?

The Tennis Academy combines tennis training with Plus Courses, activities and excursions. Students receive a tennis training top and shorts, and all equipment is provided. Training takes place on outdoor courts, with indoor facilities available when it rains.

Can students book tennis coaching without joining the Tennis Academy?

Yes. Optional tennis coaching is available on Monday and Wednesday afternoons, with each session lasting 90 minutes. Coaching takes place on the college's hard courts with an LTA licensed coach, and all equipment is provided. Students attending optional coaching do not receive the Tennis Academy training kit.

Find out more about Epsom College London.

Lord Wandsworth College

When is Lord Wandsworth College open in 2027, and what is the difference between Explorers and Flyers?

The programme runs from 11 July to 7 August 2027. Explorers is for children aged 8 to 11 and includes 15 hours of classroom study per week. Flyers is for students aged 12 to 17 and includes 18 hours. Both programmes combine Main Study, Plus Courses, activities and excursions, with stays of one to four weeks.

What is the accommodation like at Lord Wandsworth College?

Students stay in boarding houses on campus, with bedrooms for one to five students. Bathrooms are shared, with private shower cubicles, and House Parents help students with daily life. Meals, weekly laundry and bedding are included. Students need to bring their own towels.

What activities and excursions are included?

Students can choose from sports, swimming, drama, baking and other creative activities, as well as evening entertainment. Excursions may include London, Oxford, Brighton and Portsmouth. Students staying for two weeks take part in three full day excursions per week, including visits linked to English learning.

What does the Football Academy include?

The Football Academy is for students aged 11 to 17 and includes 14 hours of football and fitness coaching each week, six hours of Plus Courses, matches against local teams and visits to professional football stadiums. Students receive a training kit but must bring suitable football boots, shin pads and trainers.

What is the STEAM programme?

The STEAM programme is for students aged 13 to 17 who enjoy Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. Students work on practical projects and use English while learning about different subjects. The programme requires a higher level of English, normally B1 or above.

Can students meet British students at Lord Wandsworth College?

Yes. Our British Student Ambassador programme gives international students the opportunity to meet, study and take part in activities with students from the UK. Eligible British students can also join the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Residential programme.

Find out more about Lord Wandsworth College.

Wimbledon

When is the Wimbledon programme open in 2027, and who can attend?

The main programme runs from 20 June to 15 August 2027 for students aged 14 to 17, with stays of one to eight weeks. A separate day programme for children aged 10 to 13 runs from 12 July to 1 August.

What accommodation options are available in Wimbledon?

Students aged 14 to 17 can stay with a local host family or at Signal House, our supervised student residence. Host families are within a maximum journey time of 25 minutes from school, while Signal House is around 15 to 20 minutes away. Both include meals and laundry. Signal House offers single bedrooms and is available from 27 June to 15 August 2027.

Can students attend Wimbledon without accommodation?

Yes. Wimbledon offers day programmes from Monday to Friday, Monday to Saturday or Monday to Sunday. These include 12.5 hours of classroom study per week, with activities and excursions depending on the package. Day students arrange their own accommodation and travel to school.

What activities and excursions are included?

Students explore London through visits to museums, famous landmarks, parks and other attractions. The full programme includes four London excursions during the week, a full day trip on Saturday to a place such as Oxford, Windsor or Brighton, and a Sunday activity. Entrance fees for attractions on the published programme are included.

Can students take tennis lessons in Wimbledon?

Yes. Optional tennis coaching is available on Wednesday afternoons at Wimbledon Park, near the Wimbledon tennis championship courts. Each session lasts one hour, with a maximum of four students per group. An LTA qualified coach leads the sessions, and equipment is provided.

How do students travel to school from their accommodation?

Students staying with host families receive instructions and support with their journey to school, which they normally make independently. Students staying at Signal House travel together. All students must follow the travel and supervision rules given before arrival.

Find out more about Wimbledon.