Find out more about Camp St Mary's

Our vision of the perfect summer camp

While CSM incorporates the , CSM’s own mission, vision and values are:

CSM mission

To provide teenagers with a dynamic and immersive summer camp experience in London, in a safe environment, where they can develop their English language skills, build confidence, and connect with international peers, while exploring British culture through engaging activities, real-life communication, and unforgettable city adventures.

CSM vision

To become a leading international summer camp in London, inspiring its students to communicate confidently, embrace cultural diversity, and grow into curious, globally minded individuals through meaningful language immersion and real-world experiences.

CSM values

• Trust – the most important aspect when looking after other people’s children.
• Empathy – we can only serve students if we have an idea of what the student wants and needs.
• Future – an investment requires a lasting outcome and students will learn a host of life skills they can take into all aspects of their lives moving forward.

Dates for Summer 2026

• Wednesday 30 June - Wednesday 14 July
• Thursday 15 July - Thursday 29 July
• Thursday 29 July - Thursday 12 August

CSM summer camps are for teenagers aged 12 – 17 (11 – 18 for groups). .

Academic

What students will learn

Our summer camp English course is less English lessons and more lessons in English. We blend language learning with life skills and real-world experiences.

With 30 dynamic teaching hours per two weeks, we move beyond conventional textbooks, using task-based learning and soft skills to develop confident, capable communicators. Lessons connect directly to excursions and activities, making English practical, relevant, and fun.

Students gain transferable language skills, boost their CEFR progression, and build valuable competencies for both education and life.

Learn, explore, and grow - with English at the heart of it all.

We're proud to be provisionally accredited by the , and we're members of

Academic highlights

• Study Time: 30 hours over two weeks
• Lesson Format: six 1-hour lessons every day (three in the morning, three in the afternoon), with short breaks and a long lunch
• Class Size: usually 16 students, maximum 18
• Levels: CEFR A2 to C2
• Ages: 12 – 17 (11 – 18 for groups only)
• Placement: online placement test and speaking level test on arrival
• Progress Check: students give an assessed presentation
• Recognition: a certificate of attendance and a personal report from the university
• Teachers: qualified according to British Council criteria, trained, and ready to inspire students
• Academic Management: The Academic Manager is fully qualified, holding a DELTA or similar qualification
• Outcomes: more confidence, more vocabulary, cultural awareness, and critical thinking

* A1 students can be accommodated but the curriculum and materials will be aimed at General English

If you want more detailed information on how students will learn, .

Accommodation and catering

Where students stay and what they eat

We provide university residential accommodation, in multiple blocks, all on campus with great access to all facilities. The centrally located refectory serves all three meals to our students and offers a balanced, nutritious diet.

Accommodation highlights

• Modern single bedrooms on campus
• En-suite and shared bathrooms available (different prices)
• Small campus with nothing more than a 5-minute walk
• Rooms are off corridors, like a hotel
• Security guards and CCTV cameras, 24/7

Catering highlights

• Three meals a day in the central dining hall
• Two week rotating menu
• Healthy menu with lots of choice
• All dietary conditions catered for including Halal food. (Kosher food available for an extra cost)
• Self-service dining
• On excursion days: packed lunches on some days, payment cards on others
• A points system gives students more flexibility

Take a of St Mary's campus.

If you want more detailed information on where your students will stay and what they will eat, read our full .

Welfare

Looking after our students

There is nothing more important than the safety and well-being of our students. We are grateful that parents send their children to us and we look after them, using a series of policies, training and procedures.

Welfare highlights

• A full safeguarding policy
• All staff pass background and police checks before we hire them
• Student welfare is at the centre of all our training
• Dedicated Welfare Manager on site
• House parents live in the accommodation with students
• A 24-hour emergency phone line (we give you two numbers)
• ID card with emergency numbers
• Comprehensive health and travel insurance included
• Activities on site organised and supervised by our staff
• Students accompanied by our staff on excursions off site
• First aid trained staff on site
• Easy access to local doctors and hospitals
• Dietary requirements met

If you want more detailed information on how we look after our students, read our .

Activities

What students do and where they go

Outside the classroom, we make sure our students have the best time possible, both on site and on excursions.

What you will see / do

London Eye • Big Ben • Buckingham Palace • Trafalgar Square • Covent Garden • Piccadilly Circus • Oxford Street • Camden Market • The Graffiti Tunnel • Natural History Museum* • Portobello Road • British Museum* • meal at Hard Rock Café • Madame Tussaud’s • Tower Bridge • Thames Cruise • Thorpe Park • Hampton Court • Portsmouth and Spinnaker Tower

* Entry ticket included · Bold = paid activity

What's included

• Train tickets

• Coach travel

• Entrances where indicated above

• Supervision by activity staff

Activities and excursions highlights

• A full programme of activities on site and trips off site
• Great sports facilities available
• Choice of activities every evening
• Detailed excursion plans
• We arrange and pay for entry tickets when needed
• Students will see or visit all the major sights in London
• Social activities every evening to make sure students from different countries mix

Student insurance

Peace of mind

We never know what might happen either before students leave or during their stay with us, so we include travel, health and cancellation insurance for all students and Group Leaders included in the package price.

Insurance highlights

• Experts in the student travel industry
• Video doctor appointments available
• Policy* includes but is not limited to:
  • Cancellation
  • Illness
  • Injury
  • Loss
  • Travel delay
  • Baggage delay

 to see what is covered, the maximum amounts and a summary of what is and isn’t covered.

* As with all insurance policies, all claims are subject to the terms and conditions of the underwriter and we cannot guarantee claims will be met.

Work with us

Partners

We aim to be easy to work with and to give you all the information you need to sell our summer camp.

How?

• We ask you to complete a Partner Profile Form
• We will get an industry reference
• We will issue a Partner Agreement (see example)
• We will issue a quote with Gross, Group and Individual Nett prices
• Ask for an allocation
• Send the booking
• 20% deposit on booking
• Balance 30 days before arrival
• Send flight details no later than 30 days before arrival to guarantee our transfers service

Partner materials

Summer staff

What are you doing next summer?

We will hire a number of residential and non-residential staff for the summer, including management, EFL teachers, activity leaders and pastoral staff.

Summer staff FAQs

If you have any other questions, please email us at

General FAQs