Stafford House International Junior Centre Cambridge, England UK
1 High Street, Chesterton - CB4 1NQ Cambridge - see on mapWhat we like about the school
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: Stafford House International Junior Centre is located to the north of Cambridge, in the suburb of Chesterton. It runs along a section of the River Cam and is predominantly a residential area with a bustling high street. The school is down a side alley just off the main road through Chesterton, opposite the recreation grounds.
Getting around: There is a bus stop just at the end of the road for the students to take a route straight into the centre of Cambridge. It takes 10 minutes. The Cambridge Train Station is a 35-minute trip from Stafford House International Junior Centre. From this station, it is a 50 minute journey south to England UK’s capital city.
*Programme:** Students can take a general English course to famailiarise their use of the language, or they can specialise in a STEM Course. Those interested in expanding their understanding in STEM, will take part in workshops related to the use of English in the field of science.
Excursions: All programmes include evening activities, 1 full day and 1 half day excursion. The main full day excursions are to London or Brighton, to visit the southern England UK cities.
Chain school: Stafford House International is an English language school with premises located in major cities in the UK. The school prides itself on being a community away from home. There are a wide range of courses in each location that students can choose from including general English, exam preparation courses, University pathway programmes and professional English packages.
Stafford House International in the UK is a member of English UK and accredited by the British Council. It is also an authorised centre for Cambridge English Language Assessment.
English Courses
General Language
Classic Course Residential (12 to 17 years old)
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)from£1,555 / week Includes accommodationMore
Classic Course Residential (12 to 17 years old)
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Our price (£) | 1,555 | 3,110 | 4,665 | 6,220 | 7,775 | 9,330 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 2,042 | 4,083 | 6,125 | 8,166 | 10,208 | 12,249 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 12 years
- Age range:
- 12 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
STEM & English (14 to 17 years old)15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)from£1,670 / week Includes accommodationMore
STEM & English (14 to 17 years old)
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
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£1,670 / week
Includes accommodation
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Our price (£) | 0 | 3,340 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 4,385 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026
Course duration: 2 weeks.
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 14 years
- Age range:
- 14 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Stafford House International Junior Centre include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
Welcome Reception1/5
Bright Classrooms2/5
Location3/5
Lounge/Cafeteria 14/5
Lounge/Cafeteria 25/5
Stafford House International Junior Centre
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 90% 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 Stafford House International Junior Centre and you book here.
General school facilities
Computer lab
Library
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 9
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Italy | 16% |
| China | 13% |
| Brazil | 12% |
| Turkey | 11% |
| Switzerland | 9% |
| France | 8% |
| Thailand | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | 4% |
| Spain | 3% |
| Japan | 2% |
| Germany | 2% |
| Venezuela | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Chile | 1% |
| Iran | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 11% |
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: 300
- Minimum age of students
- 12 years for specific Junior courses
- Average age of students
- In summer: 15 years
Information for all courses offered by Stafford House International Junior Centre
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Unaccompanied minor service: GBP 200 (each way).
Travel insurance: GBP 9 per week
Bank transfer fee: GBP 12
Other airport transfers include (one way):
Heathrow: GBP 265
Gatwick: GBP 280.
Stansted: GBP 145.
St Pancras: GBP 265.
Luton: GBP 165.
London City: GBP 215.
- 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, 25 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026.School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up - 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:
- £250 one way
£500 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Activity calendar
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- not offered.
Adults - Paid activities
- not offered.
Junior - Free activities
- A variety of fun activities are available at each of our centres both during the day and in the evenings. Students can select from a mixture of sports, dance, drama and team games.
For those who prefer to be creative we offer a range of arts and crafts as well as drumming, carnival and circus workshops. The fun carries on into the evening when students are able to enjoy discos, talent shows, international nights and much more. Our activities provide the perfect opportunity for students to use the English that they have learnt with international friends. Junior - Paid activities
- Not offered.
FAQ about Stafford House International Junior Centre, Cambridge
What is the best price for a course at Stafford House International Junior Centre, Cambridge?
“English courses at Stafford House International Junior Centre start at 1555 £ for Classic Course Residential course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.”
Is airport pickup offered by Stafford House International Junior Centre?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (250 £)”
Which countries are students of Stafford House International Junior Centre from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Stafford House International Junior Centre comes from Italy with a 16% representation, followed by students from China (13%) and Brazil (12%).”
Terms of Stafford House International Junior Centre
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:40
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Tax registration ID: GB328077689
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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