Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s CollegeLondon, England UK
Strand Campus - WC2R 2LS London - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Complimentary airport transfer service on transfer days.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 100% |
| 18-24 years | 0% |
| 25-34 years | 0% |
| 35-50 years | 0% |
| >50 years | 0% |
Location: Bucksmore English Language Summer School King's College is located in the cosmopolitan and vibrant city of London, England. Housed within the world-famous King's College, in the heart of London, junior students are sure to have a unique and productive experience whilst studying within a school that is part of one of the world's most prestigious universities. Less than a mile from some of the city's most famous landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, St. Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the school has everything in proximity to offer an excellent and memorable time in London to all students.
Accommodation: Accommodation is within a private residence close to King's College. These student apartments consist of twin & triple rooms with shared bathrooms, a kitchen and a social area. Students will always have a Bucksmore staff member accompanying them whenever they travel, a free travel card given for each week of stay.
School facilities: The facilities of the school are excellent, offering everything a junior student may need to feel at ease in their surroundings whilst meeting their language goals. Classes are within the King's College London's Virginia Woolf Building, near the Holborn underground station. The classrooms are equipped with smart boards, projectors and ample space for students to learn in comfort.
Course selection: All programmes include a free airport transfer service for all students arriving from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London City or St Pancras Intl Station.
Social and Cultural: Full-day excursions may include trips to Thorpe Park. Half-day excursions may include trips to the London Dungeons, Natural History Museum, St. Paul's Cathedral, the London Eye and more!
School chain: Established over 40 years ago, Bucksmore Education Ltd is an award-winning academic short course provider with multiple locations throughout England and Manhattan, USA.
The group offers an array of unique opportunities to Junior students, ranging from traditional English boarding schools to University experiences. With a wide variety of programmes available throughout several schools and locations, there is something for students of many interests, abilities and needs.
English Courses
General Language
Intensive English (13 to 18 years old)
25 lessons per week
|12 students (max)
In high demand!
Offer!from
1990£1941£
Includes accommodation
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 39803881 | -- | 79607761 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 4935 | 9869 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 43004193 | -- | 86008385 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 5332 | 10663 |
See availability
Starting dates
2024: 02 Jul 2024, 16 Jul 2024
2025: 01 Jul 2025, 15 Jul 2025
2025: 01 Jul 2025, 15 Jul 2025
This course consists of 25 lessons per week of English, accommodation and two full-day excursions are also provided each week.
The four week programme is only available on 2 July.
The age groups are divided into 13-16 and 16-18.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
On campus, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Price includes
Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 21:30
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 21:30
Possible course durations
2, 4 weeks
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Junior
IELTS Preparation (16 to 18 years old)
25 lessons per week
|12 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Offer!from
2310£2253£
Includes accommodation
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 46204505 | -- | 92409009 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 5728 | 11456 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 49904866 | -- | 99809731 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 6187 | 12374 |
See availability
Starting dates
2024: 02 Jul 2024, 16 Jul 2024
2025: 01 Jul 2025, 15 Jul 2025
2025: 01 Jul 2025, 15 Jul 2025
The IELTS preparation courses comprises of 17.5 English lessons and 7.5 hours of IELTS preparation classes. The English lessons are consistent with the Bucksmore Intensive English syllabus, which combines general English tuition, project sessions, conversation sessions and excursion link lessons. The IELTS classes provide students with an understanding of the exam style and what is needed to pass the exam.
The four week course is only available on 2 July.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
On campus, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Price includes
Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 21:30
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 21:30
Possible course durations
2, 4 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Age range:
16 - 18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
The Young Performer (13 to 16 years old)
25 lessons per week
|20 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Offer!from
2470£2409£
Includes accommodation
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 49404817 | -- | 98809633 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 6125 | 12250 |
See availability
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2024: 02 Jul 2024, 16 Jul 2024See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
02 Jul 2024, 16 Jul 2024
02 Jul 2024, 16 Jul 2024
This combines English classes with performance workshops based around the West End. The workshop leaders are current West End performers. The content of the course comprises of music, drama and dance.
The four week course is only available on 2 July.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
On campus, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Price includes
Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
![]()
1/14![]()
2/14![]()
3/14![]()
4/14![]()
5/14![]()
6/14![]()
7/14![]()
8/14![]()
9/14![]()
10/14![Bucksmore London building entrance]()
Bucksmore London building entrance11/14![]()
12/14![]()
13/14![]()
14/14
Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 12:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
1979
Legal name/parent company
Bucksmore Education Limited | Tax registration ID: 3830204
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Restaurant
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Lounge
Auditorium
Student support desk
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 14
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age
Average number of students
Junior courses - In summer: 45
Minimum age of students
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average age of students
In summer: 15 years
Information for all courses offered by Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses
Airport transfer is included provided that students' flights arrive and depart between 10:00 and 20:00 at Heathrow (LHR) or Gatwick (LGW).
Course times vary depending on the day and weekly schedule, and could fall in the morning, afternoon and/or evening.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 10. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
FAQ about Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College, London
- I am looking for an English course combined with film acting.“Bucksmore English Language Summer School King's College London currently (2024) offers acting courses. Supervised by West End professionals, students will gain first-hand experience in the entertainment industry through classes in acting, singing, dance, stage combat and puppetry, as well as participation in West End workshops and West End performances. Please note that there are specific start dates for the course.
”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 18, 2024 - Is it possible to take a course at Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: The Young Performer
- What is the number of students per class at Bucksmore?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Bucksmore varies from 12 students (Intensive English ) to 20 students (The Young Performer)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College?100% of teachers at Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
Calculator | Reservation
Share:![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
"Excellent" 4.8/5
1.274 reviews
* of LanguageCourse.net on Trustpilot
Data transparency: How the school data is collected and measures taken to ensure data accuracy
Bucksmore English Language Summer School King’s College London | Pay Less
https://www.languagecourse.net/school-bucksmore-english-language-summer-school-kings-college-london.php3
Do you know someone in particular with whom you would love to explore life in London? Just tag them in your post to Facebook or send them a link to this page in a message or email.
Email
Copy link
Messenger
SMS
London
London city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.6
More information about London including climate data and events on our London page with a list of all 84 English schools in London.
