Junior Summer Programme 2027

Summer 2027 · Manchester, UK · Ages 12–17

English, football and tennis in Manchester

English every morning, football, tennis or mixed activities every afternoon, and a full-day excursion every Saturday. A fully supervised, all-inclusive residential programme at a British Council accredited school.

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12–17years old, in two age groups

20English lessons a week

10 hrscoaching or activities a week

2–4weeks, from 12 July 2027

Hear it from our students

Gabriel, Pau, Adrian, Rodrigo and their group leader Miguel spent the summer with us. Watch what they liked most: English classes, football every afternoon, stadium tours and new friends from other countries.

Filmed at Express English College, Manchester. 1 min 25 s.

Choose your programme

All three programmes share the same English course, residence, excursions and level of care. Only the afternoon sessions change.

⚽ Football

English plus football in the home of United and City.

10 hours of football coaching a week with qualified, DBS-checked coaches
Stadium tours: Etihad, Old Trafford and Anfield
“Football English” lessons for B1+ students
Student tournaments and friendly matches

🎾 Tennis

English plus tennis for beginners and improvers alike.

10 hours of tennis coaching a week with qualified, DBS-checked coaches
Technique, match play and friendly tournaments
Small coaching groups by age and level
The same activities and excursions as every junior student

🌍 General English & Mixed Activities

English plus a different activity every afternoon.

10 hours of mixed sports, games and creative activities a week
City visits, museums, VR gaming and laser tag
Ideal for students who want a bit of everything
Lots of speaking practice outside the classroom

Calculate your price

Choose the length and start date to see the total, the deposit and when the balance is due.

Programme details

Everything you need to know for summer 2027.

Age	12–17 years old, in two groups: 12–13 and 14–17
Start dates	Monday 12, 19 or 26 July 2027 (check-in on the Sunday before)
Length	2, 3 or 4 weeks. All programmes finish by Friday 6 August 2027 (check-out Saturday 7 August)
English course	20 lessons (15 hours) a week, Monday to Friday mornings, maximum 12 students per class
Afternoons	10 hours a week of football coaching, tennis coaching or mixed activities, plus daily afternoon activities and visits
Weekends	One full-day excursion every Saturday (for example Liverpool or Blackpool). Sunday is a supervised rest day
Minimum level	Beginner (A1). A placement test is sent before arrival
Accommodation	Supervised hall of residence in Manchester: single en-suite room, full board

All-inclusive price

Residential package, per student

2 weeks£2,475

3 weeks£3,425

4 weeks£4,375

No extra fees: registration, books, accommodation, meals, activities, excursions and airport transfers are all included.

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What is included

One price covers the whole stay.

English course, 20 lessons a week
10 hours a week of coaching or mixed activities
Private en-suite room in a supervised residence
Full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Afternoon activities and stadium tours
A full-day excursion every Saturday
Airport transfers on arrival and departure
Registration, books and learning materials
24/7 welfare and safeguarding cover
End-of-course certificate

A typical week

Sample timetable, Monday to Friday. Times can change slightly.

Time	Monday to Friday
8:00 – 8:45	Breakfast at the residence
9:00 – 10:30	English lessons 1 and 2
10:30 – 10:45	Break
10:45 – 12:15	English lessons 3 and 4
12:15 – 13:00	Lunch at the school
14:00 – 16:00	Afternoon activity or visit (tournaments, stadium tours, museums, VR gaming, laser tag)
16:30 – 18:30	Football coaching, tennis coaching or mixed activities
20:00	Dinner at the residence
Saturday	Full-day excursion, 9:00 – 19:00
Sunday	Rest day with supervised free time at the residence

Care and safety

Junior students are supervised at all times.

1:5 staff ratioOn every activity and excursion, with regular headcounts.

DBS-checked staffTeachers, activity leaders, coaches and drivers.

24/7 safeguarding leadA trained residential lead lives on site.

Secure residenceKeycard access, CCTV in shared areas and a no-visitors policy.

First aid and risk assessmentsFirst-aid trained leaders and a written risk assessment for every venue.

Parents kept informedWeekly welfare update, daily sign-in and a 9:30 pm curfew.

How to book

Parents can book online. Agents and group leaders can send a booking request.

Apply onlineA parent or guardian completes the application form and chooses the programme and dates.

Secure the placePay a 25% deposit to secure the place; the balance is due 60 days before the start date. You receive a confirmation email.

Before you travelWe send a visa support letter if needed, the placement test and a welcome pack.

ArrivalWe meet students at the airport and take them to the residence.

Documents for parents and agents

Everything to read before you book, in one place.

Junior terms and conditionsThe terms that apply to junior programme bookings. Under 18s welfare and handbookHow we look after students under 18, and what they need to know. Safeguarding policyOur safeguarding policy and procedures. Activities guide 2026/27Trips, sports and social activities. Brochure 2026/27The school, the courses and life in Manchester. Group booking terms and conditionsFor agents, schools and group leaders.

Ready for a summer in Manchester?

Places are limited in each age group.

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Please read our Junior Terms and Conditions and Under 18s welfare information. The programme may be subject to minor changes; any change is communicated in advance.