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Summer 2027 · Ascot · Girls aged 8–17

Heathfield Summer School

England’s only British Council accredited all-girls summer school. English lessons, enrichment options, excursions and a lively social programme, alongside British girls, in 36 acres of grounds near Ascot.

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1 · Dates and fees

Summer 2027 dates and fees

Dates
10 July – 7 August 2027
Length of stay
1 to 4 weeks
Ages
Girls 8–17
English level
A2–C1
Arrivals
Saturdays

General English Plus

Ages 8–17Level A2–C1

15 hours of English a week, an enrichment option, three excursions a week and the evening social programme. Minimum stay 2 weeks.

LengthResidential
2 weeks£3,500
3 weeks£5,250
4 weeks (5% discount)£6,650

Discovery

Ages 8–17Level C1+

For fluent English speakers: mornings in the UK Holiday Camp with British girls, then enrichment, excursions and evening activities. Minimum stay 1 week.

LengthResidential
1 week£1,400
2 weeks£2,800
3 weeks£4,200
4 weeks (5% discount)£5,320

Founders

Ages 14+Level B2+

A one-week course in which students build and launch their own company, entirely in English. Runs in week 4: 31 July – 7 August 2027.

LengthResidential
1 week (no discounts)£1,750

Course dates

Saturday to Saturday
Week 1 · 10 – 17 July 2027
Week 2 · 17 – 24 July 2027
Week 3 · 24 – 31 July 2027
Week 4 · 31 July – 7 August 2027

Arrive on 10, 17 or 24 July. General English Plus: 2, 3 or 4 weeks. Discovery: 1 to 4 weeks. Founders: week 4 only.

Airport transfers

London Heathrow · included
Escorted transfers on arrival and departure, with help for unaccompanied minors.
Other airports · £150 each way

Fees are per student. 4-week fees include a 5% discount, and returning students from 2026 receive 5% off. Some enrichment options carry an extra charge (see below).

2 · The school

An exceptional summer for your daughter

For over 40 years, Heathfield has run summer English courses for international students. Accredited by the British Council since 1987, it is the only accredited all-girls summer school in England. Its July 2026 inspection was outstanding, with 13 areas of strength, placing it in the top 5% of accredited summer schools in the UK.

The school sits in 36 acres of tree-lined grounds in Ascot, Berkshire, 30 minutes from Heathrow and an hour from central London, with Windsor on the doorstep.

Girls are taught by experienced EFL teachers and activity staff, alongside professional sports and arts coaches. British girls on the school’s UK Holiday Camp join many activities and events, so students make friends from the UK as well as around the world.

40+ years
of summer courses for international girls
Top 5%
of British Council accredited summer schools
36 acres
of tree-lined grounds in Ascot
30 min
from London Heathrow
Aerial view of Heathfield School and its grounds Heathfield School’s main building and lawn A boarding room with soft toys and bunting

3 · The summer programme

Three ways to spend the summer

At Heathfield, English is not just studied in the classroom: it is the language girls use every day to make friends, take part in activities and share ideas. Lessons are communicative and task-based, balancing fluency and accuracy across speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Every student takes a written and oral placement test on her first Sunday, and classes are formed by level and age. At the end of the course her teacher writes an individual report for her parents, and she receives a certificate.

Choose your programme
General English Plus · English lessons, enrichment, excursions and socials
Discovery · UK Holiday Camp mornings with British girls, for fluent speakers
Founders · build and launch a company in one week (ages 14+)
A student writing in an English lesson Two students talking in class A smiling student at the whiteboard A student working on a tablet in class

Founders: build your own company

In small mixed teams of British and international girls, students take an idea from first spark to finished brand. They research their market, develop a product, create a brand identity, build a live website, produce marketing materials and film a promotional video at Sky Studios. The week ends with a formal pitch on stage to the whole school and a panel of real professionals.

The course includes a creative product workshop and a London excursion with a graduation celebration.

Students take home
  • A live website for their company
  • A professional launch video filmed at Sky Studios
  • Brand assets, merchandise and business cards
  • A branded satchel and founder’s portfolio
  • A Certificate in AI and Digital Entrepreneurship

Timetable: a typical week

A sample week for General English Plus. Trips change each week.

TimeSaturdaySundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
08:00–08:30Arrivals and departures
Orientation games, breakfast, lunch, dinner and ice-breakers in house teams		Breakfast (Sunday at 9:00)
09:00–10:40Placement testsMain lessonMain lessonMain lessonLondon excursion
Thames river cruise and sightseeing		Main lesson
10:40–11:15BreakBreak
11:15–12:00Placement testsMain lessonProject classMain lessonProject class
12:00–12:45IntroductionsMain lessonProject classProject classProject class
12:45–14:00LunchLunch
14:00–16:00House team activitiesEnrichmentWindsor
Afternoon trip		EnrichmentEnrichment
16:00–16:30BreakBreakBreakBreak
16:30–17:30House team activitiesActivitiesHouse team activitiesActivities
18:30–19:30Dinner
19:30–21:30Evening activitiesEvening tripEvening activitiesHouse sports competitionEvening activitiesTalent show

Enrichment options

General English Plus and Discovery students choose one enrichment option each week, three sessions a week, led by qualified teachers and professional coaches. Options are chosen when booking, and places on some are limited.

Multi ActivitiesIncluded
Every week · 3 × 2 hours
Sport and creative arts, from pottery and jewellery making to T-shirt printing.
ArtIncluded
Every week · 3 × 2 hours
Explore artistic techniques and materials in relaxed practical projects.
Performing ArtsIncluded
Weeks 2 and 4 · 3 × 3 hours
Acting, singing and dance, ending in a live showcase in the school theatre.
DanceIncluded
Weeks 1 and 3 · 3 × 3 hours
Commercial, contemporary, ballet, ballroom and latin, ending in a performance.
Tennis£180
Every week · 3 × 1.5 hours
LTA coaching in groups of up to 4, managed by former GB Davis Cup player Danny Sapsford.
Horse Riding£260
Weeks 2, 3 and 4 · 3 × 1 hour
Classic position and control for beginners and competent riders.
Horse Riding and Stable Management£260
Week 1 · 3 × 1.5 hours
Grooming, tack and care, ending with a hack with views of Windsor Castle.
Watersports£210
Week 1 · 3 × 1.5 hours
Kayaking and paddleboarding at Horseshoe Lakes. All kit provided.
Climbing£200
Week 3 · 3 × 1.5–2 hours
Two indoor climbing sessions, then a high ropes course outdoors.
Golf£180
Weeks 2 and 4 · 3 × 1.5 hours
PGA coaching at the Royal Ascot Golf Club.
Trampolining£120
Weeks 1 and 3 · 3 × 2 hours
Expert instruction to build skills and confidence.
Cookery£100
Every week · 3 × 2 hours
Sweet and savoury dishes with Chef Seth.
Photography (11+)£100
Week 1 · 3 × 2 hours
Camera skills in the school’s photography workshop.
English Advance (13+, B1+)£100
Weeks 2 and 3 · 2 × 1.5 hours
Creative writing, linguistics, poetry, public speaking and presenting.
A student playing tennis A student riding a horse A student on a high ropes course Students performing on stage Students in a cookery class

Activities and social programme

Late afternoons and evenings are full of activities and events, from house team games to talent shows, with British girls from the UK Holiday Camp joining in.

Drawing and paintingCraftsCeramicsSoap makingJewellery makingFashion designDramaSingingSwimmingVolleyballBadmintonRoundersBasketballTennisTalent showsFormal dinnerEscape room challengesCamp firesQuizzesLaser tagHouse team eventsScavenger huntsDiscosMini OlympicsMurder mysteryBBQ and field gamesFolk dancingMovie nightThe Big Sleepover
Students posing in a decorated Heathfield photo frame Students taking part in a team game A group of friends together outdoors

Excursions

Three trips every week: a full day (FD), a half day (HD) and an evening outing (E).

The Long Walk leading to Windsor Castle
Week 1 · 10–17 July
Kensington Palace and London walking tourFD
Milestones Living History Museum and shoppingHD
Ice skatingE
Week 2 · 17–24 July
Bath: Abbey and Roman BathsFD
Bracknell shopping tripHD
Thorpe Lakes Aqua ParkE
Week 3 · 24–31 July
Windsor CastleFD
Oakwood Youth Challenge and Climbing CentreHD
CinemaE
Week 4 · 31 July – 7 August
Harry Potter Studio Tour and shoppingFD
Arundel CastleHD
Adventure golfE

Accommodation and care

Boarding
Three secure on-site boarding houses with key-card entry. Juniors (8–14) live in the main school house; seniors (15–17) in Wyatt House. Younger girls share dormitories or twin rooms; older girls mostly have single rooms. Every room has a wash basin.
Welfare and safety
A House Mother in every house and dedicated pastoral staff who look after students throughout the day.
Meals
Freshly prepared food from caterers Thomas Franks, with a hot breakfast, salad bar, porridge bar and daily smoothie.
Getting here
Ascot, Berkshire: 30 minutes from Heathrow, 1 hour from Gatwick and central London.

Included in every course

15 hours of English a week (General English Plus)
Placement test, teacher’s report and certificate
One enrichment option each week (some carry a supplement)
Three excursions every week
Full activities and evening social programme
Boarding accommodation, all meals and daily snacks
24/7 pastoral care
Heathrow airport transfers and travel insurance
4 · Booking

Book your place for summer 2027

Places are limited, especially on popular enrichment options, so early booking is recommended. A £1,000 deposit secures a place. Complete the booking form, or send us an enquiry and we’ll help you choose the right programme and dates. You can also email info@summerschool-uk.com.

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