Summer school Programmes

International Summer School

Rossall offers a fantastic Summer School programme open to pupils aged 11 - 17 from around the globe and is set on our stunning coastal campus. Pupils can choose to stay for two weeks or several.

Rossall Summer School is an intensive language programme that has been combined with an exciting range of activities, specialised skills masterclasses and plenty of opportunities for memorable cultural experiences.

Careful consideration is given to ensure that all communication during the students’ time here at Rossall Summer School is in English. With this in mind, we try our best, where possible, to recruit a good balance of nationalities to our Summer School.

Rossall offers a fantastic Summer School programme open to pupils aged 11 - 17 from around the globe and is set on our stunning coastal campus.

Our international students will also have the opportunity to mix with English students at meal times and during afternoon and evening activities on the weeks when our UK residential and non-residential courses are running.

We offer students the opportunity to choose from fourteen different specialised skills weeks (two per week, alongside English tuition). Those who decide not to choose a specialised skill can enjoy a fun packed programme of creative activities and sports.

Rossall Summer School utilises the school’s extensive facilities, allowing us to offer a varied programme to suit everyone.

Summer School Registration Form

FEES & DATES

Fees are displayed per week with a choice to stay for a minimum two week programme:

Option 1 – English with Specialised Skills - £1,710

Option 2 – English with Activities - £1,550

Week 1 - Saturday 4th July

Week 2 - Saturday 11th July

Week 3 - Saturday 18th July

Week 4 - Saturday 25th July

Week 5 - Saturday 1st August

Week 6 - Saturday 8th August

Week 7 - Saturday 15th August

Week 8 - Saturday 22nd August

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  • campus and facilities

    Rossall School is located on a 160-acre site, ideally situated on the impressive coastline of North West England. Beautiful evening sunsets are admired from our beach by pupils from all over the world.

    The spacious campus has extensive sports and recreation facilities which include a state of-the-art sports centre, heated swimming pool, squash courts, tennis courts, fives courts, a modern all-weather sports pitch, a multi-use games area, two indoor sports halls, extensive sports pitches, a Golf Academy, and a fitness suite.

  • class sizes

    Summer School classes have a maximum class size of 12.

    This means our class sizes will never exceed 12 students per class with the exception of our student-centred project lessons, where the emphasis is on group work with the opportunity to present their project work to all of the students at the end of the week.

  • accomodation & meals

    Whilst at Rossall Summer School students will live in comfortable single or double rooms in one of our supervised boarding houses.

    Each house has a comfortable living space where students can relax and socialise. The day room contains a TV, DVD player and games facilities. The house also boasts a kitchenette for making snacks and drinks, and computers with internet access.

    Students will eat breakfast, lunch and dinner in our Harry Potter-esque Dining Hall each day.

    If the great British weather permits, students will also enjoy regular BBQs and themed evenings, where students can sample various cuisines from around the globe.

  • develop english language skills

    Each student will receive 20 hours of English as an Additional Language tuition per week from fully qualified Each student will receive 20 hours of English as an Additional Language tuition per week from fully qualified (EAL) teachers. 

    By the end of their stay at Rossall Summer School the students will have: 

    - Strengthened their grammar 

    - Developed confidence and accuracy in speaking

    - Improved their writing skills 

    - Improved their reading ability 

    - Increased their listening skills

    - Students who stay with us for three or more weeks will receive an English language certificate

  • ACTIVITIES

    Ranging from Badminton, Hockey, Swimming, Football, Dance, Cookery, Fencing, Archery and Arts & Crafts amongst, a vast range of other creative and sports activities to enjoy. There is something for everybody in our program, suitable for children of all ages.

DAY TRIPS

Get ready for an unforgettable Summer School experience packed with exciting excursions designed to go far beyond the classroom. These trips are not just great days out, they are immersive adventures that bring the UK’s rich culture, history, and landscapes to life. They also give students the perfect chance to put their English skills into real-world practice and build confidence along the way.

All travel, meals, and organised group activities are included in the course fees, making everything easy and hassle-free. Any additional drinks, snacks, souvenirs, or personal shopping are optional extras and can be paid for by students.

Here are the fantastic excursions we offer at Rossall Summer School:

  • manchester

    A city alive with character, Manchester is rich in art and heritage, and as proud of its music scene as it is of its world-famous football teams

  • york

    A place of extraordinary cultural and historical wealth, York is a beautifully preserved medieval city.

  • liverpool

    The city that gave us The Beatles, Liverpool has moved on from its industrial roots to become one of Britain’s most dynamic and vibrant cultural centres

  • chester

    Encircled by a glorious 2-mile ring of Roman and medieval walls, Chester is a rare blend of the ancient and traditional along with a dash of cosmopolitan chic.

  • lake district

    Students will visit the stunning Lake District twice during their stay. Trip 1 will include a boat tour around Lake Windermere, a short trip on a steam train and the opportunity to indulge in some shopping in Bowness. On Trip 2, students will enjoy activities at an outward bound centre in the Lake District.

  • harry potter studio tour

    Students will have the opportunity to surround themselves in the sets, props and costumes used in the making of the Harry Potter films on this trip to the Harry Potter Studio Tour in Watford.

Specialised Skills

Our specialised skills weeks have been designed to allow students to focus on a specific activity, alongside their studies, during their time here at Rossall School. 

Whether the student is a beginner or highly experienced in the chosen skill area, our specialised skills weeks provide an opportunity to benefit from an intensive teaching/ coaching programme. With delivery from professionals in each field, all students will leave Rossall School with a new or improved skill, as well as improving their English Language abilities.

  • BREAKFAST

    - Fruit Juice 
    - Choice of cereals
    - Cooked breakfast
    - Fresh fruit
    - Coffee, tea or milk

  • LUNCH

    - Hot lunch (includes vegetarian option) 
    - Soup and fresh bread
    - Salad bar
    - Fresh Fruit

  • SUPPER / DINNER

    - Selection of hot dishes (includes vegetarian option)
    - Salad bar
    - Fresh fruit

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

For students who prefer not to take part in one of our specialist skills, there is still an incredible range of fun, creative, and sporty activities to choose from.

Rossall Summer School offers a vibrant and engaging programme designed for students of all ages. After a morning of focused learning, the afternoons come alive with sport, creativity, and exciting hands-on activities that encourage teamwork, confidence, and fun.

As the day winds down, the excitement continues with a lively evening social programme. These sessions are designed to help students make new friends, try new experiences, and fully enjoy everything Summer School has to offer in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

  • Monday

    - Badminton
    - Hockey
    - Arts & Crafts
    - Quiz night

  • Tuesday

    - Swimming
    - Handball
    - Rounders
    - Mystery games

  • Wednesday

    - Daytrip
    - See below for further details about daytrips.

  • Thursday

    - Taekwondo
    - Yogsa
    - Cookery

  • Friday

    - Football
    - Dance
    -Painting
    - Talent Night

  • Saturday

    - Shoppin
    - Cinema
    - Bowling
    - BBQ & Games

  • Sunday

    - Archery
    - Fencing
    - Movie Night

Students will also have the opportunity to take part in other local excursions including: cinema, bowling, theatre shows and much more.

The students will leave Rossall in the morning, returning to school in the evening.

This is a great opportunity for students to see more of the UK during their stay here at Rossall School. 

*Please note that locations vary from week to week and it is not possible to choose a location in advance. Excursions will take place once per week.

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