Course starts
30 June-21 July 2026
Flexible Tuesday starts for one- to four-week stays.
Summer English Course in Brighton
A residential English summer course in Brighton combining language tuition, group projects, activities and cultural excursions in a supportive campus setting.

A residential English summer course in Brighton combining language tuition, group projects, activities and cultural excursions in a supportive campus setting.

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Current status
Closed
Eligibility
Ages 11-15; all levels
Age range / Year group
11-15
Location / Region
OIC Brighton, UK
Cost
£1,595 per week
Duration
1-4 weeks
Format
Residential
Class size: 15
Accommodation: On-campus boarding
Meals: Three meals daily
Certificate: Certificate and report card
Tuition: 20 hours weekly
Excursions: 2 full-day, 1 half-day
Bucksmore English is a residential language summer school that combines structured English lessons with group projects, conversation classes and a busy activity programme.
Students live and learn at OIC Brighton, joining an international peer group while taking part in local and wider UK cultural excursions.
It suits younger learners seeking a first residential experience, as well as students who want to build English confidence through daily use beyond the classroom.
Bucksmore English is a residential English language summer course run by Bucksmore at OIC Brighton. It pairs language learning with academic tutorials, conversation classes, group projects and hands-on excursions so students practise English in both structured and social settings.
The programme is designed as a supportive summer-camp experience, with counsellors living alongside students and helping lead lessons, activities and excursions. The mix gives families a balance of tuition, supervised campus life and cultural exploration.
It combines 20 hours of weekly English tuition with meaningful opportunities to use English outside lessons.
The residential setup keeps classes, meals, activities and accommodation together on one private campus.
Weekly full-day and half-day excursions add cultural context rather than treating activities as an afterthought.
Its small classes and end-of-course CEFR-aligned assessment give families clearer academic structure than a purely recreational camp.
Pastoral arrangements include trained staff, campus security and around-the-clock on-site management.
Students who want to improve everyday English confidence in a structured residential setting with projects, activities and excursions.
You want intensive exam preparation, a subject-specialist summer school, or a non-residential course as the main experience.
For a younger learner who will benefit from using English throughout the day, this is a coherent residential option: tuition, projects, meals, activities and excursions reinforce one another. The included assessment and report card also give parents a more tangible academic outcome than an informal language holiday.
The price is substantial, so it is best value for families who want the full residential experience rather than lessons alone. Students seeking higher-intensity English study or formal exam coaching may be better served by a more specialised course.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
£1,595 per week; includes Accommodation and full boarding., Three meals daily and packed lunches on excursion days., English tuition and academic materials., Activities, excursion entrance costs and insurance., UK airport transfers, subject to conditions..
Accommodation
On-campus boarding
Meals
Three meals daily
Provider details
Review the Bucksmore Education provider page and official sources before making a final decision.
Dates and logistics
1-4 weeks; OIC Brighton, UK.
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Confirm current dates, payment terms, travel arrangements, cancellation rules and what is included with the provider.
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Compare with similar programmesEffort level
Moderate.
Best started
Six to eight weeks before a future summer start.
Main challenge
Adjusting to an English-speaking residential environment away from home.
Review the venue guide and discuss the daily residential routine as a family.
Prepare passport, school and parent or guardian details for the online application.
Share medical and dietary information early, and arrange travel documentation if needed.
Practise simple English for asking questions, making friends and managing daily routines.
Useful if
You want steady language confidence rather than exam-only study.
Students learn English through tuition, tutorials, conversation and collaborative project work, then use the language through campus activities and cultural visits. Each week combines academic work with a substantial social and excursion programme.
Arrive, settle into campus accommodation and complete induction activities.
Take English testing to support class placement.
Join English lessons, tutorials, conversation classes and group projects.
Take part in sports, creative activities and evening events.
Go on two full-day and one half-day excursion each week.
Complete end-of-course assessment and take part in the graduation celebration.
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Course starts
30 June-21 July 2026
Flexible Tuesday starts for one- to four-week stays.
Summer bookings
2026 cycle
Bookings for the 2026 summer cycle are no longer being taken.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Course starts | 30 June-21 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Summer bookings | 2026 cycle | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Ages 11-15.
All English language levels accepted.
No minimum language level is required.
Parents or guardians provide student information when applying.
Programme fee
£1,595 per week — Fully inclusive residential course price.
Funding or discounts
What's included
Accommodation and full boarding., Three meals daily and packed lunches on excursion days., English tuition and academic materials., Activities, excursion entrance costs and insurance., UK airport transfers, subject to conditions.
Choose a future available course start and complete the online application.
Enter the student's passport number, current school and parent or guardian details.
Pay the required reservation fee to reserve a space when bookings are open.
Provide any requested medical, dietary or travel information before arrival.
Request pre-enrolment documents if visa support is needed.
A typical day during the programme.
English classes, project preparation, academic skills or excursions feature across the sample week.
English learning, assessment, excursions or sports and activities are scheduled.
Students join social activities, presentations, a graduation ceremony or party.
Bucksmore teachers are selected for their experience with English language learning and their ability to extend learning beyond the classroom. Named staff include Anthony Naso, a CELTA- and DELTA-qualified Director of Studies with experience across proficiency levels, alongside qualified language teachers such as Nicola Brampton.
Classes are capped at 15 students.
Day-student attendance is available; the discounted price is quoted on request.
After completing this programme, participants often pursue:
Build confidence using English inside and outside class.
Develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
Practise exam techniques in academic skills sessions.
Receive a final Bucksmore Assessment aligned with CEFR.
Leave with a Certificate of Attendance and, for longer stays, an Assessment Report Card.
The course is based at OIC Brighton, a private green campus around a 10-minute coach ride from Brighton. Its self-contained setting brings accommodation, teaching, meals and activities together while still allowing excursions into Brighton and beyond.
Gatwick is listed at about 45 minutes and Heathrow at about 1.5 hours from the campus.
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Best for
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