ELAC Bath University Summer Centre

Bath, United Kingdom

Language Camps

ELAC Discovery Programme at the University of Bath: English lessons with 21st-century skills development, creative and physical activities, evening entertainment, educational excursions to Bath (Roman Baths), London and Bristol, full board accommodation (standard, en-suite or homestay) and travel insurance included. Ages 11-17, 1 July - 12 August 2026.

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Age

11–17 * yrs

Language

English

Program type

Language Camps

Accommodation

Homestay

About

About the Course

Students follow the ELAC Discovery Programme by age band (Voyagers 11-14, Trailblazers 14-17): an English level test on arrival, communicative language lessons, functional English, 21st-century skills development and environmental awareness topics. 27 academic hours over 2 weeks, max 16 per class, zig-zag model (lessons mornings one week, afternoons the next). End-of-course certificate; optional Trinity GESE exam.

What’s Included

The programme fee includes tuition, activity programme, educational excursions, evening entertainment, full board accommodation and travel insurance. Flights and airport transfers are not included (group transfers included; individual transfers at a supplement). Registration fee £50. Season: 1 July - 12 August 2026, arrivals on Wednesdays (1, 15, 29 July), minimum stay 2 weeks.

Accommodation

On-campus single standard and en-suite rooms with shared communal areas at the University of Bath, or full board homestay with local host families.

Meal Plan

Full board in the university dining hall: cooked and continental breakfast daily, varied menus with vegetarian options, hot and cold dishes and salad bar, and packed lunches on excursions. Allergies and special diets catered for.

Activities & Excursions

Creative activities (drama, design, arts and crafts), physical activities (swimming, teambuilding, sports), workshops (music and rhythm, photography, circus skills) and evening entertainment: discos, talent shows, murder mystery, quizzes and sports tournaments.

Facilities

The University of Bath campus offers an indoor sports hall, spacious classrooms with interactive whiteboards, drama studio, lecture theatre, outdoor amphitheatre, Student Union, supermarket and a relaxing lakeside area at the heart of the campus.

Camp Experience

Students live and study on a prestigious university campus above the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, visiting the city at least twice (including the Roman Baths) plus London and Bristol on a two-week programme; three-week students also visit Oxford, alongside classmates of 32 nationalities.

Language Camp prices

Discovery Programme (Homestay)

Summer 2026

Discovery Programme with homestay accommodation: English lessons, creative and physical activities, workshops, evening entertainment, educational excursions, full board and travel insurance included. Price £900 per week.

15 Lessons
11–17 * yrs
English plus 21st-century skills, creati

27 academic hours over 2 weeks (3 lessons per day, 09:00-12:30 or 14:00-17:30 in the zig-zag model), maximum 16 students per class. English level test on arrival; end of course certificate.

English plus 21st-century skills, creative and physical activities and cultural excursions

Included items

  • Accommodation
  • Activities
  • Excursions
  • Meals
  • Medical Insurance
  • Tuition

Daily Schedule

Sunday, July 12, 2026

  1. 7:00 AM

    Breakfast

    Scheduled activity

  2. 8:30 AM

    Classes

    Scheduled activity

  3. 12:30 PM

    Lunch

    Scheduled activity

  4. 6:30 PM

    Dinner

    Scheduled activity

  5. 8:00 PM

    Evening activities

    Scheduled activity

  6. 10:30 PM

    Lights out

    Scheduled activity

Included items

Highlights

  • 24/7 supervisionRound-the-clock supervision ensuring student safety.
  • International studentsMulticultural environment with students worldwide.

Activities

  • Arts & Crafts
  • Disco
  • Drama Workshop
  • Excursions
  • Outdoor Sports Games
  • Quiz Night
  • Swimming
  • Talent / Fashion Event

Facilities

  • Residence accommodation
  • Smart classroom
  • Sports hall
  • Student lounge
  • WiFi

Optional Extras

Other

School

ELAC Study Vacations

ELAC Study Vacations is an independent British summer school operator with 35 years of experience, running residential Discovery Programmes for young learners aged 7-17 at seven summer centres across England (Ardingly, Bath, Cirencester, Eastbourne, Horsham and Nottingham). Programmes combine English lessons with 21st-century skills development, creative and physical activities, evening entertainment and educational excursions, welcoming 32 nationalities. Accredited by the British Council and a member of English UK and Young Learners English UK.

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Location

Map showing camp locationUniversity of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY, Bath

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. ELAC is British Council accredited and a member of Young Learners English UK, with a dedicated student welfare policy, supervised activities and residential staff on site. Travel insurance is included in the programme fee.

Tuition, the activity programme, educational excursions, evening entertainment, full board accommodation (residential or homestay) and travel insurance are included. Flights and airport transfers are not included (group transfers are; individual transfers at a supplement). Registration fee £50.

Travel insurance is included in the programme fee. ELAC has a dedicated Student and Staff Welfare policy; details can be confirmed directly with ELAC.

Bath (University) accepts students aged 11 to 17 (some 10 or 18-year-olds as part of a larger group), following age-based programmes: Voyagers (11-14) and Trailblazers (14-17). An English level test is held on arrival.

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