Embassy Junior CentreCanterbury, England UK
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What we like about the school
- Multi-purpose sports hall.
- Free access to the Embassy Summer app.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school
Location: Embassy Junior Centre (EC) Canterbury is located in the medieval English city of Canterbury, in southeast England. The school is just a short walk from the city centre, housed within the modern facilities of the University of Kent. The on-campus sporting facilities and large outdoor spaces offer great options for activities and interaction with other students and staff. Historically a Cathedral city, Canterbury is a UNESCO World Heritage site, its medieval cobbled street and Cathedral, within walking distance of the school. Students have excellent access to the school via train, with Canterbury West Train Station within a 20-minute walk of the school's front doors.
Course selection: Course selection with Embassy Junior Centre in Canterbury is fantastic for Junior students, offering a fully immersive English Language experience within the surroundings and facilities of one of the area's most renowned universities. All courses are inclusive of 20 weekly lessons, afternoon and evening activities and at least 2 excursions per week, in addition to all meals and accommodation. Daytrips may include trips to London, Brighton or Cambridge.
School facilities: The facilities of the school are fantastic, offering everything a junior student may need to have a memorable time, whilst reaching their language goals. The school has large spacious classrooms, plenty of outdoor space for games and activities, a multi-purpose sports hall and an astroturf pitch. The large, self-service dining hall is within nearby Rutherford College.
Accommodation: The accommodation is on campus and available in single en-suite rooms in Tyler Court or shared apartments with other junior students at Darwin College.
School chain: Embassy Junior Centres (EC Young Learners) are part of EC Language Holdings Ltd. They have over 20 locations for Junior Summer Schools across the UK, Ireland, Malta, Australia, New Zealand and North America and strive to create life-changing experiences through rewarding language programmes for young learners.
Through customer satisfaction, trained and highly qualified staff and dedicated student care, Embassy Junior Centres (EC Young Learners) have supplied top quality junior immersive programme experiences for many years. Regularly acknowledged by various international awards from within the sector, Embassy Junior Centres (EC Young Learners) consistently develop and better their programmes and student experience from their already very high standards.
- The school is also known under the name EC Young Learners.
- Legal name / parent company: STUDY GROUP UK LIMITED
- Tax registration ID: GB927520817
- Abbreviated name of school: EC Canterbury
English Courses
General Language
Summer Camp (11 to 17 years old) ![Popular English course]( "Popular English course")
20 lessons per week
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17 students (max)
Offer! from
945£ 922£
Includes accommodation
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
See availability
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 945 922 | 1890 1843 | 2835 2765 | 3780 3686 | 4725 4607 | 5670 5529 | 6615 6450 | 7560 7371 | -- | -- | -- |
Discover Canterbury, a historic city in Kent, boasting medieval streets, a renowned Cathedral, and UNESCO World Heritage status. Our centre sits on the University of Kent’s modern campus, close to the city center, offering superb sports facilities and expansive outdoor spaces for added activities.
Language Programme
- Taught by friendly and professional English teachers
- 20 x 45 minute lessons per week morning or afternoon
- Placement test on day 1 to ensure students in appropriate level
- Maximum 17 students per class
- Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities
- Spacious modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards
- Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills
- Materials included as well as an end of course report and certificate
Accommodation - Room Type: Single room with en-suite & standard rooms
- Bathroom: Ratio 1:1 students
- Room set up: Flats of 5 rooms
- What’s in a room: Single bed, wardrobe, desk, chair
- Common room: Yes
- Cleaning: Weekly
- Linen cleaning: Changed weekly
- Towels: Students bring their own towels
- Laundry: Available in residence (small fee)
- Meals: On-site canteen, weekend packed lunch
- Distance to classes: On campus
Activities
Activities are organised in between lessons and during the evenings. These activities could be on-site and near to the centre. These may include: - Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball or basketball.
- Daytime activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops.
- Evening activities such as karaoke, talent show, and team games.
Special note for 2024 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2024 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2023 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2024 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
On campus, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Course specific data
Starting dates
2024: 25 Jun 2024, 02 Jul 2024, 09 Jul 2024, 16 Jul 2024, 23 Jul 2024, 30 Jul 2024, 06 Aug 2024, 13 Aug 2024
General course schedule
4 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 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
Minimum required student age
11 years
Age range:
11 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 17 / Average: 13
Junior
Summer Camp - Ensuite (11 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer! from
1020£ 995£
Includes accommodation
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
See availability
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 1020 995 | 2040 1989 | 3060 2984 | 4080 3978 | 5100 4973 | 6120 5967 | 7140 6962 | 8160 7956 | -- | -- | -- |
Discover Canterbury, a historic city in Kent, boasting medieval streets, a renowned Cathedral, and UNESCO World Heritage status. Our centre sits on the University of Kent’s modern campus, close to the city center, offering superb sports facilities and expansive outdoor spaces for added activities.
Language Programme
- Taught by friendly and professional English teachers
- 20 x 45 minute lessons per week morning or afternoon
- Placement test on day 1 to ensure students in appropriate level
- Maximum 17 students per class
- Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities
- Spacious modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards
- Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills
- Materials included as well as an end of course report and certificate
Accommodation - Room Type: Single room with en-suite & standard rooms
- Bathroom: Ratio 1:1 students
- Room set up: Flats of 5 rooms
- What’s in a room: Single bed, wardrobe, desk, chair
- Common room: Yes
- Cleaning: Weekly
- Linen cleaning: Changed weekly
- Towels: Students bring their own towels
- Laundry: Available in residence (small fee)
- Meals: On-site canteen, weekend packed lunch
- Distance to classes: On campus
Activities
Activities are organised in between lessons and during the evenings. These activities could be on-site and near to the centre. These may include: - Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball or basketball.
- Daytime activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops.
- Evening activities such as karaoke, talent show, and team games.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
On campus, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Course specific data
Starting dates
2024: 25 Jun 2024, 02 Jul 2024, 09 Jul 2024, 16 Jul 2024, 23 Jul 2024, 30 Jul 2024, 06 Aug 2024, 13 Aug 2024
General course schedule
4 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 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
Minimum required student age
11 years
Age range:
11 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 17 / Average: 13
Information for all courses offered by Embassy Junior Centre
Comments about courses
Extra fees:
- Unaccompanied Minor Fee (if student is travelling alone with their airline): GBP 45 (one way).
- Student Insurance: GBP 10.
- Special dietary supplement: GBP 45 per week.
- Damage deposit: GBP 30 or EUR 40 to be paid in cash upon arrival. It will be refunded at the end of the stay if no damage has been caused.
- Other airport transfers (one way):
- Luton: GBP 292.
- London City: GBP 234.
- Luton: GBP 292.
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
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.
Our price includes
- 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
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Note: All courses offered by Embassy Junior Centre, Canterbury can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
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Embassy Junior Centre (EC)
Accreditations and Quality seals
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
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 Embassy Junior Centre and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Free WIFI
Student Age
Minimum age of students
11 years for specific Junior courses
Average age of students
In summer: 15 years
Age of students
Airport transfer
London Heathrow Airport:
260 £ one way
520 £ return (both ways)
520 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
194 £ one way
388 £ return (both ways)
388 £ return (both ways)
London Stansted Airport:
264 £ one way
528 £ return (both ways)
528 £ return (both ways)
More information about airports around Canterbury and how to get from the airport to Canterbury on your own here on our Canterbury page.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. Documentation regarding purpose of visit must be shown at the border in order to enter the country. For Study purposes: letter of enrolment from school, accommodation arrangements and proof of payments to the relevant institutions.
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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FAQ about Embassy Junior Centre, Canterbury
- What is the best price for a course at Embassy Junior Centre, Canterbury?English courses at Embassy Junior Centre start at 922 £ for Summer Camp course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by Embassy Junior Centre?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (260 £), London Gatwick Airport (194 £), London Stansted Airport (264 £)
- What is the number of students per class at Embassy English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Embassy English varies from 17 students (Summer Camp) to 17 students (Summer Camp)
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
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