St Edmund’s, Canterbury – Our Newest Summer Centre

Activities and Student Life in Canterbury

The St Edmund’s programme gives students plenty of opportunities to use English outside the classroom, discover new interests and become part of a lively international community.

Students can enjoy:

• Swimming in the heated outdoor pool
• Sports, team games and creative activities
• Drumming lessons
• Silent discos and international social evenings
• Shopping and cultural visits in Canterbury
• Graduation ceremonies in the school’s historic chapel
• One half-day excursion each week
• One full-day excursion to a major UK destination each week

Activities are designed to encourage interaction, build confidence and help students form friendships across different nationalities. From trying something new to celebrating together at graduation, every part of the programme contributes to a memorable English learning experience.

Course Overview

Our English courses help students develop their fluency and confidence in a friendly, multicultural environment. Lessons focus on real communication, self-expression and learning through engaging weekly themes.

• Six levels available, from A1 to C2
• Placement test on arrival to ensure students join the right class
• 15 hours of English lessons each week
• Lessons taught by qualified and committed teachers
• Project-based learning encouraging creativity and cultural understanding
• Course completion certificate for every student
• Full afternoon and evening activity programme
• Weekly half-day and full-day excursions

Our programme reflects Churchill House’s commitment to educational excellence, interactive engagement and student safety and welfare. Through lessons, activities and shared experiences, we aim to create inspired learners who grow, explore and connect through language.

Accommodation

St Edmund’s offers two styles of residential accommodation.

St Edmund’s School Accommodation

Traditional boarding-school accommodation within the historic St Edmund’s campus. Students are close to their classrooms, dining facilities and activities, creating a welcoming community atmosphere.

University of Kent Accommodation

En-suite single rooms at the University of Kent, located just across the road from St Edmund’s is available with a supplement. These rooms provide students with additional privacy while allowing them to remain fully involved in the centre’s lessons, activities and international community.

Full-board accommodation is included as standard.

Sample Activity Programme

Our Location

St Edmund’s is located in Canterbury, one of England’s best-known historic cities. Famous for its cathedral, medieval streets and lively student atmosphere, Canterbury gives international students the excitement of exploring a British city within a welcoming and manageable setting.

Its location in Kent also provides convenient access to London, the coast and other popular excursion destinations.

Key Facts

Age range: 10–17
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Accommodation: Traditional school boarding accommodation or en-suite single rooms
Course: 15 hours of English lessons per week
Highlights: Historic school, heated outdoor pool, chapel graduations and visits to Canterbury
Services included: 24-hour welfare and student support, Wi-Fi and laundry service
Closest airports: Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted
Board: Full-board accommodation included