St Giles International Junior Centre London, England UK
University College London (UCL), Gower St - WC1E 6BT London - see on mapWhat we like about the school
- Excursions to the London Eye, the Thames river cruise and The Tower of London.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
- Rooftop terrace
Venue: The St Giles International London Junior Centre is housed at University College London. Classes are held on the UCL campus near The British Museum and Russell Square. UCL is just north of London’s famous Soho neighbourhood and Chinatown and there are several other museums in the surrounding area. It is also very close to the immense British Library.
The programme: The London programme of St Giles International Junior Centre offers students a chance to experience student life in London. In addition to the 20 English lessons per week, students have a full programme of social activities, and excursions. Two half-day excursions in London and at least one full-day excursion each week to nearby cities such as Brighton, Oxford, Kingston-Upon-Thames, or within the city of London itself.
English Plus: The St Giles International London Junior Centre, as with all of their junior centres, offer students the opportunity to participate in one of their English Plus Options. These are programmes of additional activities which students can opt for upon arrival, at no extra cost. They vary depending on the location and can be educational such as their Exam Skills Option, their University Studies Taster Option, or their Creative Writing & Speaking Option; or the artistic Performing Arts Option; or optional sports such as fencing or tennis.
Accommodation: St Giles International Junior Centre residential students in London are housed in Ramsay Hall, a residence owned by the University of London, near Regent’s Park. The distance between the residence and classes takes about 15 minutes to walk. Students have single rooms at the residence with shared bathroom, and take their meals at the onsite cafeteria.
School chain: St Giles Schools Languages Ltd has numerous schools worldwide, offering junior, adult and senior students quality English tuition and student care for over 65 years. Originating in Soho, London, St Giles now has schools in England, Canada and the US. St Giles schools are fully regulated and accredited by the British Council in the UK and Language Canada in Canada. They are also members of EnglishUK.
English Courses
General Language
Junior Residential Camp (12 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)from£1,516 / week Includes accommodationMore
Junior Residential Camp (12 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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£1,516 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Our price (£) | 1,516 | 3,032 | 4,548 | 6,064 | 7,580 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 1,991 | 3,981 | 5,971 | 7,961 | 9,952 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:50 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 12 years
- Age range:
- 12 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
Junior Day Camp (12 to 17 years old)20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)from£878 / week More
Junior Day Camp (12 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
from
£878 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our price (£) | 878 | 1,756 | 2,634 | 3,512 | 4,390 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 1,124 | 2,247 | 3,370 | 4,493 | 5,616 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026
The General English lessons are designed to focus on building communication skills and confidence in using English inside and outside the classroom.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:50 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 12 years
- Age range:
- 12 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for St Giles International Junior Centre include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Student lounge 1/6
Lesson2/6
Enjoying the outdoors3/6
Bedroom4/6
Residence5/6
Classroom6/6
St Giles International Junior Centre
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at St Giles International Junior Centre and you book here.
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 18
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 13% |
| Italy | 12% |
| Turkey | 9% |
| Other nationalities | 66% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 100% |
| 18-24 years | 0% |
| 25-34 years | 0% |
| 35-50 years | 0% |
| >50 years | 0% |
- Average number of students
- Junior courses - In summer: 150
- Minimum age of students
- 12 years for specific Junior courses
- Average age of students
- In summer: 14 yearsThroughout the year: 14 years
Information for all courses offered by St Giles International Junior Centre
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Unaccompanied Minor (UM) fee: GBP 60 per single journey.
ADD-ONS:
English Plus Options available for junior students at St Giles International London Junior Centre include:- Exam Skills.
English Plus Options are available at no extra cost to students interested in participating. Students can opt for these extras upon arrival. 5 hours per week.
The school requires at last 2 weeks from the time you inform them of the visa approval to confirm the accommodation. The accommodation will remain as ‘reservation only’ until they are informed of the visa approval.
Timetable subject to change.
- Exam Skills.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 28 Dec 2026.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- London Heathrow Airport:
- £77 one way
£154 return (both ways) - London Gatwick Airport:
- £97 one way
£194 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
London Juniors Timetable
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Junior courses only.
Adults - Paid activities
- Junior courses only.
Junior - Free activities
- Paint ball, Thames River Cruise, Chill out night, London Eye, Disco, Westminster Walking Tour, Excursion to Brighton, Shakespear's Globe
Junior - Paid activities
- Activities are free.
FAQ about St Giles International Junior Centre, London
What is the best price for a course at St Giles International Junior Centre, London?
“English courses at St Giles International Junior Centre start at 878 £ for Junior Day Camp course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.”
Is airport pickup offered by St Giles International Junior Centre?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (77 £), London Gatwick Airport (97 £)”
Which countries are students of St Giles International Junior Centre from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at St Giles International Junior Centre comes from Brazil with a 13% representation, followed by students from Italy (12%) and Turkey (9%).”
St Giles International Junior Centre offers courses for which ages?
“St Giles International Junior Centre offers courses from 12 years to 17. Average age is 14 during the summer and 14 for the rest of the year.”
Terms of St Giles International Junior Centre
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 10:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- St Giles Schools Languages Ltd | Tax registration ID: 596651
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 16. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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The General English lessons are designed to focus on building communication skills and confidence in using English inside and outside the classroom.
It includes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week.