Compton Place - Eastbourne
The campus offers a warm, family-style atmosphere with shared dorms, 13 classrooms, Wi-Fi, and both indoor and outdoor sports facilities.
Just a short walk from the beach and lively town centre, students can enjoy the best of the city, the seaside, and 10 acres of private grounds – all in one location. With a full programme of engaging lessons, fun activities and exciting excursions, students aged 8–17 can improve their English, discover the UK, and make new friends in a safe, supportive and unforgettable summer environment.
What's Included?
All packages at our Eastbourne Summer Centre include the following:
- Full-board residential or homestay accommodation
- 30 hours of English language tuition in a two-week (14-night) programme
- A placement test for more personalised learning
- Morning or afternoon, and evening social activities
- A certificate to mark the completion of the course
Eastbourne Plus Package
Get the most out of your experience with our Eastbourne Plus Package!
Eastbourne Plus
A two-week (14-night) programme includes:
- Full-day excursion to London with walking tour of Westminster and shopping time in Leicester Square & Covent Garden, and entrance to the London Eye
- Full-day excursion to Canterbury with entrance to Canterbury Cathedral
- Full-day excursion to Brighton with walking tour of the Lanes and entrance to Royal Pavilion and Pier
- Full-day excursion to Hastings with entrance to Smugglers Adventures and Hastings walking tour
- Half-day excursion to Cuckmere & Beachy Head
- Half-day excursion to Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum
- x4 half-day excursion to Eastbourne, including Towner Art Gallery, Mini Golf and Cream Tea
About the Twin Eastbourne Summer Centre
Set in the scenic seaside town of Eastbourne, our Summer Centre is based in a stunning 18th-century mansion once visited by Kings, Queens and Prime Ministers. Just a short walk from the beach and lively town centre, students can enjoy the best of the city, the seaside, and 10 acres of private grounds – all in one location.
- Indoor games room.
- Common room.
- Tennis and Basketball court.
- Volleyball and Football nets.
- Large garden area for outdoor games.
Students will enjoy meals on-campus from a choice of two mains, dessert, fruit and drink.
We can cater to vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten and lactose free.
All airports listed are approximate timings by train:
- London Gatwick (LGW) 55 mins
- London Heathrow (LHR) 1 hour and 45 mins
- London Luton (LTN) 2 hours
- London Stansted (STN) 2 hour and 15 mins
Eastbourne Summer Centre Overview
Student Age
8-17 years old
Dates
Friday 18th June until Friday 20th August 2027
*ask your sales rep for 1 week and +3-week arrival dates
Room type
Twin, triple, or dormitory-style rooms with a shared bathroom
OR
Homestay
Class location
On-campus
Laundry
Cleaning once a week, laundry on-campus (for a fee)
Eastbourne Plus Sample Programme
See What Our Young Learners Have to Say
The best part of it is that our students are having an amazing time, they gain a lot of new skills and learning a lot. They are using their English to speak to different cultures and are benefiting a lot from it! The friendships they are making will be for life, it will be good for their future lives.
Alessandre, Brazil
General English
Summer School Accommodation in Eastbourne
For young learners, our Eastbourne summer centre provides residential (in-centre) accommodation as part of the course package.
Our accommodation is on the top floor of our school building, where Queen Elizabeth II once stayed. Rooms accommodate four to twelve students, offering shared bathroom facilities.
Students aged 14+ can also choose to stay in a homestay while they stidy with us, getting an authentic taste of British life and culture.
See Our Eastbourne Summer Centre
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You’ll have the chance to learn English in our 18th-century mansion, enjoy seaside living, diverse activities, and international friendships for an unforgettable summer experience.
For many students a visa for short stays isn’t necessary. However, check your country's requirements or consult with our team for personalised guidance on visa-related matters.
Our summer school welcomes students aged 11-18, creating a diverse community of young learners eager to explore, learn, and make lifelong memories.
Pack essentials like comfortable clothing, toiletries, and personal items – and don't forget your enthusiasm!