Brighton Summer Schools 2027
A Brighton summer school suits school groups looking for the seaside, a relaxed city atmosphere and a short hop to London. Most students are aged 11-17; programs run 1-4 weeks. The typical weekly price is about £800 – £1,150 (2026–2027 season), a comparatively moderate band among UK cities.
Quick facts
- Ages
- 8–18 (mostly 11-17)
- Program length
- 1-4 weeks
- Season
- Late June / early July – mid-August
- Accommodation types
- University campus residence, Boarding-school campus, Homestay (with a language school)
- Weekly price (approx.)
- £800 – £1,150 (2026–2027, approx.)
Prices are approximate weekly "from" prices and should be read together with the season year.
What is a summer school in Brighton like?
Brighton is a seaside city on England's south coast, known for its pebble beach, pier, narrow-laned shopping quarter and relaxed feel. Summer programs usually run in three ways: homestay programs with city language schools, programs based in a university campus residence outside the centre, and junior programs on boarding-school campuses.
Seaside life enriches the program beyond lessons: walks, sport and beach activities fit into the daily routine. Rail links to London are good, and day trips typically go to London, Canterbury and Windsor. British summer weather can be changeable, so outdoor plans should always have an indoor alternative.
A typical day
- Morning: breakfast and English lessons.
- Midday: lunch and a short break.
- Afternoon: seafront, sport, a city tour or museum activity; an indoor alternative if the weather turns.
- Evening: dinner, then an activity at the residence or campus; rooms close at a set time.
- Weekend: day trip to London, Canterbury or Windsor.
Prices
Brighton is one of the more affordable UK options compared with London, Oxford and Cambridge. Price depends on whether students stay with host families through a city language school, or on a university or boarding-school campus outside the centre. The table shows the approximate market range.
| Location | Typical ages | Standard programs (weekly, approx.) | Premium / academic (weekly, approx.) | Season year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton | Ages 8–18 (mostly 11–17) | £800 – £1,150 | – | 2026–2027 |
| London | Ages 9–18 (mostly 12–17) | £950 – £1,607 | £2,595Academic junior programs on boarding-school campuses | 2026–2027 |
| Oxford | Ages 12–17 (mostly 13–17) | £998 – £1,025 | £3,498 (2027)Academic programs in university colleges (usually 2 weeks) | 2026–2027 |
| Cambridge | Ages 8–18 (mostly 12–17) | £1,220 – £1,673 | £3,498Academic programs in university colleges (usually 2 weeks) | 2026–2027 |
Weekly "from" prices compiled from 2026 and 2027 season price lists published on providers' own websites. Multi-week packages are divided per week. Tuition, accommodation, full board and activities are usually included; flights, visa, insurance and pocket money are not. Prices for school groups are quoted separately based on group size, dates and scope.
For a full price comparison across countries and cities, see the Summer school price guide page.
Brighton for school groups
Brighton is a relaxed, manageable option for school groups: the city is smaller than London, the seafront makes the non-lesson program easy, and a day trip to London is possible. Some campuses are outside the centre, so transport into town and the evening program need planning. As a seaside city it can be busy in summer, and the weather may change. Some programs accept 11- and 18-year-olds only within a group with a leader, which suits closed school groups.
For a closed group we design the program ourselves: lesson intensity, excursion days, teacher involvement and the daily flow are built around the age and goals of the group. We propose suitable campus and accommodation options in the offer. For groups with a tighter budget or who want a seaside atmosphere, Brighton is a strong alternative.
Which age group is it for?
Brighton programs cover ages 8-18, with a core of 11-17. Boarding-school campuses suit younger ages, while city language schools and university campuses suit middle and high school students. At some programs 11- and 18-year-olds are accepted only with a group leader, so share your exact age range early.
Accommodation options
Accommodation types are university campus residence, boarding-school campus and homestay. Campuses are mostly outside the city centre, which gives a calmer set-up and easier supervision but needs a shuttle or public transport plan for trips into town. Homestay comes with city language schools and increases daily English use. The option is set out in the offer according to group age and size.
Comparing with other cities
If you do not want the seaside, Oxford or Cambridge in the same country are more academic and London offers a bigger city experience. Because a day trip to London is possible from Brighton, some groups consider the two together.
- Cities in the same country: London, Oxford, Cambridge
- United Kingdom page
- Summer school programs
- Summer school price guide
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Read the guideFrequently asked questions about Brighton summer schools
How long does a Brighton summer school last?
Programs usually run 1-4 weeks. For school groups the length is set around the calendar and budget.
How much does a Brighton summer school cost per week?
The typical weekly "from" price is about £800 – £1,150 (2026–2027). Tuition, accommodation, meals and activities are usually included; flights, visa, insurance and pocket money are not. Prices for school groups are quoted separately.
What is the weather like, will students spend time on the beach?
British summer weather is changeable; beach and outdoor activities go ahead on sunny days and indoor alternatives are built in for rainy ones. Swimming is not guaranteed as part of the program.
Is the campus far from the city centre?
Some campuses are outside the centre. That gives a calm setting; a shuttle or public transport is planned for trips into town.
Can 11-year-olds take part?
Some programs accept 11-year-olds only with a group leader. If you share your school group's age range we will identify the right program together.
Brighton or London?
For the big-city and museum experience, London; for a more relaxed, seaside and more affordable option, Brighton. A day trip to London can be made from Brighton too.
Get an offer for Brighton tailored to your school
Share your student numbers, age group and preferred period; we design the program and propose suitable campus and accommodation options in the offer.