Practical English
Build vocabulary, listening and speaking skills through structured lessons designed for younger international learners.
A safe, supportive first summer school experience for children aged 6–11.
Camp Samiad combines English learning, age-appropriate activities, cultural excursions and dedicated pastoral care, helping younger students grow in confidence and enjoy their first steps towards independence.
12,000+
StudentsEnglish
Lessons6-11
Ages1:6
Staff RatioMultiple
UK LocationsCamp Samiad is specially designed for our youngest students, giving them the chance to take their first steps into independence in a caring, supportive, and inspiring setting.
For many children, Camp Samiad is their first experience staying away from home. From arrival onwards, staff help students settle into a clear routine, understand what to expect and begin making friends.
Days are carefully balanced between lessons, activities, meals, rest and social time. Younger learners receive close support while being encouraged to make choices, try new things and become more independent at an age-appropriate pace.
With a 1:6 staff-to-student ratio and experienced residential teams on campus, parents can feel reassured that support is always close by.
Students can follow General English or a more advanced option where appropriate. Placement and final course availability should be confirmed before arrival.
Build vocabulary, listening and speaking skills through structured lessons designed for younger international learners.
Use games, storytelling, group tasks and creative projects to keep children engaged and motivated.
Practise English with teachers and international friends throughout activities, meals and everyday campus life.
Enjoy age-appropriate team sports, swimming, outdoor games and active challenges within the campus grounds.
Take part in arts and crafts, drama, storytelling and creative projects that encourage imagination and self-expression.
Join supervised games, themed evenings and group activities designed to help children relax and make friends.
Staff help children settle in, understand routines, manage homesickness and feel comfortable asking for help.
Children use English as a shared language while learning about different cultures and building friendships.
Students are encouraged to try new experiences and take small responsibilities within a clear, supervised structure.
Residential students stay in secure boarding-school accommodation with full-board meals and staff living on site.
Children are grouped appropriately by age, follow a structured daily timetable and receive 24-hour supervision from experienced pastoral and residential teams.
Excursions help children discover the UK, practise English and share memorable experiences with their new friends.
Visit famous landmarks and historic destinations through fully supervised, age-appropriate trips.
Explore Excursions
Enjoy exciting attractions and active days out chosen to engage younger students.
View Warwick Castle Excursion
Selected stays may include a supervised overnight experience such as Warwick Castle, subject to the final itinerary.
View Central London ExcursionA structured, nurturing residential experience where children learn English, enjoy age-appropriate activities and receive close pastoral support.
Yes. Staff help children settle in, follow routines, make friends and manage homesickness. Families should share any concerns with the admissions team before arrival.
Activities may include sports, swimming, arts and crafts, drama, outdoor games, creative projects, social events and supervised excursions.
Students receive 24-hour supervision from experienced residential and pastoral teams, supported by a 1:6 staff-to-student ratio.
Children are grouped appropriately by age. Final rooming arrangements vary by campus and should be confirmed in the pre-arrival information.
Samiad provides parent communication and welfare support throughout the stay. Confirm the exact update channel and frequency before publishing.
The live page states that residential and day options are available. Final day-place availability should be confirmed for each campus and date.
Families receive pre-arrival guidance covering clothing, toiletries, medication, travel documents and any programme-specific items.
Speak with the Samiad admissions team about suitability, campuses, dates, day or residential options and how younger students are supported.