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Sir Christopher Summer Camp 16-17

Ridley Hall and Newnham College, Cambridge University

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Course description

20 lessons (15 hours) each week of English lessons, typically in the mornings, with additional sports and social activities outside of class time.

13 sessions of activities per week
1 full day excursion per week

The camp also offers an opportunity to learn more about Cambridge University life. Themed lesson topics include famous Cambridge students, sporting traditions, scientific discoveries and the university's unique history.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-4 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (06 Jul - 17 Aug)
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Cambridge to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 13 students
Maximum 16 students

Student age

Age range 16 - 17 years old
Average 17 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Sir Christopher is based at Ridley Hall, an independent college affiliated with Cambridge University, and Newnham College, part of Cambridge University. Both colleges look and feel like the perfect Cambridge campus: the traditional buildings and impressive dining halls are surrounded by green lawns and private gardens. The course combines 20 lessons per week with social, cultural and sporting activities, with one excursion per week. Accommodation on campus in residential accommodation is included, together with all meals, transfers to/from the airport (Heathrow or Stansted) on Sundays.

Year opened
1966
Number of classrooms
20

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Ridley Hall and Newnham College, Cambridge University varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 17. In the summer, the average age is 17.

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

School holidays
None

School location

Ridley Hall College, established in 1881, is an independent college affiliated with Cambridge University. Newnham College is one of the 31 University of Cambridge colleges and was founded in 1871.

The campuses are ideally located next to each other in the center of Cambridge, just 5 to 10 minutes' walk to all the main attractions of this wonderful city. Both colleges have impressive dining halls, are surrounded by green lawns and private gardens, the colleges offer excellent facilities and a high level of safety and security.

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Housing

Ridley Hall and Newnham College, Cambridge University offers the following housing types:
student-residence

Student residence (on-campus) - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

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weekly
Age range: 16 - 19 years old
Location: In the city center of Cambridge
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, heating, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 1 minutes by walk
Availability: 06 Jul 2025 - 17 Aug 2025
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
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Ridley Hall College, established in 1881, is an independent college affiliated with Cambridge University. Newnham College is one of the 31 University of Cambridge colleges and was founded in 1781.

The campuses are ideally located next to each other in the centre of Cambridge, just 5 to 10 minutes' walk to all the main attractions. Students live and study here.

Accommodation and meals
-residential accommodation in traditional Cambridge University rooms
-Single bedroom (a small number of twin rooms are available on request)
-Shared bathrooms
-Free laundry facilities (students do their own washing)
-A change of bed linen one per week
-All meals at the residence, with hot and cold meal options
-Packed lunches on excursion days
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from . Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 5 when you register.

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Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cambridge based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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