Language Tree student enjoying a surfing lesson

Join our Junior Summer Camps in Cornwall

British Council Accredited

Junior Summer School

27 June - 29 August 2027

Our Junior Summer School is perfect for teenagers aged 13-17 looking for a summer of adventure and fun while also improving their English! Based in Cornwall, one of the UK’s most beautiful regions, Language Tree offers brilliant language holidays where young people can develop their skills and confidence. English (EFL) classes each morning (15 hours per week) in small groups, followed by exciting afternoon activities and cultural excursions. Learn to surf and enjoy a wide range of watersports. Residential accommodation on a beautiful university campus. British Council accredited.

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International summer school based in Cornwall, UK

  • Fantastic location – Our Junior Summer School is based on the Penryn Campus, a modern and safe university campus in the heart of Cornwall, just 5 minutes from the beach and vibrant Falmouth town, offering the perfect mix of learning, adventure and fun.
  • High-quality teaching – our English language teachers deliver fun, communicative English classes tailored to teenagers who will study in groups with students of a similar age and level.

  • Sport & Adventure – active, sporty teenagers will love our daily excursions and activities where they will learn to surf, enjoy cycling adventures and have sports on campus every evening.
  • Flexible accommodation – choose between modern residential facilities on campus or host family stays within our approved network.

  • Safe and supportive environment – independent, British Council-accredited school with carefully selected teachers and activity staff ensuring a secure, fun and rewarding summer experience.

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Outside at the Penryn Campus

A perfect balance of learning and leisure

  • Fun English classes – interactive and engaging lessons designed to build confidence and improve communication skills. Exam preparation classes are available if required.

  • Tailored experiences – our afternoons and excursions make the most of Cornwall’s outdoor lifestyle, beaches, and sporting opportunities.

  • Sports and cultural activities – including surfing, SUP, coasteering, football, tennis, cycling, and beach games. Plus, cultural trips to St Ives & Tate St Ives, Falmouth & National Maritime Museum, Porthcurno & The Minack Theatre, and the Eden Project.

  • For ages 13-17 – ideal for individual teenagers and school groups looking for a fun, social, and educational summer programme.

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Language Tree Junior Summer School group at The Eden Project

Building confidence and independence

Our Junior Summer School helps students grow in confidence, make international friends, and enjoy new experiences in a safe, supportive environment. While your teenagers study with us, parents can relax knowing their children are in the care of experienced staff. Throughout their time with us, our Junior Summer School students get to enjoy a structured programme that helps to develop their confidence and independence.

Afternoon activities and cultural excursions

Our afternoons and evenings are packed with variety and adventure. Each day, after lunch, there will be surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, coasteering, football, tennis, cycling, and beach games.

Our cultural excursions include Cornwall’s best, such as The Eden Project, St Ives, Falmouth, Land’s End and the incredible outdoor theatre at The Minack. Every experience is designed to be enjoyable, social, and a chance to practise English in real-life situations.

In the evenings, there are always relaxed social activities with indoor and outdoor options on campus.

Junior Summer School students enjoying an afternoon of watersports

All our Summer School programmes include: 15 hours per week of English (EFL) language classes, excursions and activities offered every day, daily sporting and cultural activities including surfing lessons, plus fun evening activities for residential students.

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