Discovery summer (Shrewsbury)

Location
Shrewsbury
Programs
English, Coding, Tennis, Golf, Horse riding, Adventure sports
Age
11—16 years old
Accomodation
Residence
For
Сhildren

Age: 11-16 years.

Dates, 2026:
1–15 July, 15–29 July (2 weeks),
1–22 July, 8–29 July (3 weeks),
1–29 July (4 weeks).

Shrewsbury School – boarding school founded in 1552. The school campus is located in the vibrant town of Shrewsbury. The town is 9 miles from the Welsh border. Situated on a viewing platform just above the riverbank, Shrewsbury School is a ten-minute walk from the town centre and has beautiful views over the park.

Shrewsbury has been named in the top 10 happiest places to live in the UK twice in the last two years and is very safe. The countryside around Shrewsbury is one of the most beautiful in the country.

The summer course offers 3 program options:

  • English language.
  • Programming and robotics.
  • Sports: tennis, golf, horse riding, adventure sports.

Key factors

  • Study and live in a prestigious and historic British school.
  • Absolute safety.
  • 15 hours a week of English classes in the classroom.
  • Maximum of 12 people per class.
  • Additional activity program, with exciting excursions and activities of interest.

Facilities

On the school grounds The site includes a chapel, a library, the Kingsland Hall dining hall, a medical centre and 13 residential buildings. The 40.5 hectare site includes nine full-size football pitches covered with grass and a pitch covered with Astroturf. The pitches are fully irrigated, providing first class playing and training surfaces all year round.

The sports facilities also include:

  • A four lane, 4 metre wide cricket centre that can be split into two sections for training.
  • 4 squash courts.
  • A 25 x 12.5m, 6 lane swimming pool with a depth of up to 2 metres.
  • The school sports hall consists of an indoor court for badminton, football, basketball, trampoline, martial arts, netball and archery.
  • 8 hard tennis courts in two separate tennis blocks.
  • The school fitness centre consists of a recently refurbished gym a gym with 14 exercise machines and a training area with bikes, cross-trainers, rowing machines and treadmills.
  • Boat club / rowing club (the buildings have a well-equipped gym, rowing aquarium).

Program

The school offers 3 courses:

  • English Language Academy
  • Programming and Technology Academy
  • Sports Academy

All courses include 3 common core modules and one specialized module directly related to the course topic.

Program modules common to all courses:

1. English Language Skills.

On arrival, children will take a written and oral test and will be placed in an English class that is appropriate for their age and ability.

Children will develop key language skills: grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking. Lessons are designed to help them communicate confidently.

Lessons are lively, interactive and fun, with topics that challenge creative thinking.

Lesson topics vary depending on the programme chosen. For example, children might take part in a Modern Monument competition in Shrewsbury – exploring local landmarks and designing a new statue for the town square. Or they might explore life in a British school, learn more about famous schools and even design their own.

2. English Master Classes

These are fun activities where children will explore, research and discuss new topics.

The topics of the workshops change from week to week. For example, “British Quiz”, “Coding”, “Wildlife”, TED conferences, “Book Design”, “Drama”, “The Discovery of Darwin”, “Engineering”, “Journalism”, “Video Blogging”, “Visual Poetry”.

3. Trinity Exam

Conversational English Exam. Trinity Exam is held on 15 and 29 July 2025. It is optional and recommended for those who want to assess their language level, costing £130.

AcademyEnglish

Additional module of the program - Active English. This is English language practice in real conditions. Children will visit the center of Shrewsbury together with their teacher, where they will practice English in communication with local residents. Children will be amazed at how their self-confidence will grow.

During these trips, children will be given interesting tasks that will allow them to take a broader view of the place where they live:

  • Visit a castle and explore the winding medieval streets.
  • Look at architectural styles from the Norman era to the present day.
  • Visit an exhibition at a local gallery and write your own review.
  • Go to the supermarket and plan how to cook a British meal using local produce.

Academy of Programming and Technology

Additional module of the program: 12 hours of classes in the morning - learning the basics of programming, robotics and game design.

The course is suitable for children of all skill levels: from beginners to advanced. With interactive projects using the Raspberry Pi (4) computer, kids will develop fundamental skills while solving exciting coding and robotics challenges.

Lesson Topics:

  • Turtle Graphics (Beginner): Kids will create colorful animations using the Turtle module in the Python programming language and learn block-based programming concepts in a fun and engaging way.
  • Robotic Arms (Beginner/Intermediate): Kids will use robotic hardware and learn about mechanical design, electronics, and sensor integration. They will build mechanical components, program sensors, and apply JavaScript programming skills.
  • Smart Mirror (Intermediate/Advanced): Kids will create a smart mirror with customizable widgets to display time, date, weather, and news.
  • Home Security Systems (Advanced): Kids will explore the exciting field of home automation in this advanced project. Learn about software development, hardware integration and cyber security using the Python programming language.

Sports Academy

An optional module of the programme: 12 hours of intensive sports training in the mornings, four times a week. Each week, children choose from a range of options. All sports training is designed to improve their game, confidence, fitness and performance.

All sports programmes also include 15 hours of English language tuition, five afternoons a week.

Tennis

Classes are available for children of all abilities, from beginners to international juniors.

The Tennis Academy is run on-site by a team of qualified and experienced coaches, led by the LTA Senior Coach. The small coach to student ratio allows children to work hard to improve their tennis skills in small groups, whilst receiving one-on-one coaching. On the first day of lessons, children are assessed and then placed into groups based on their ability and experience. All aspects of the game are covered – tactical, technical, physical and mental. There is a tournament day at the end of each week.

Golf

The programme is suitable for both beginners and experienced players.

The golf programme is held at Shrewsbury Golf Club, Shropshire’s premier golf course, located 10 kilometres south of Shrewsbury. Lessons are led by experienced PGA professional John Richards and his team of assistants. There are pitching greens and an 18-hole course. All aspects of the game are covered and video analysis is used to improve technique. Advanced players spend most of their time on the course, while beginners spend half their time on the course and half on the court. Transport to the golf course is included in the price.

Horse Riding

The riding academy is based at Telford Equestrian Centre, located to the east of Shrewsbury. There are outdoor arenas, a large indoor school, lecture theatres and cross country courses. All instructors are trained to the highest standard and many are experienced and award-winning riders themselves. Pupils are taught individually or in small groups, divided by level, to ensure they get the most out of their lessons. All aspects of riding, jumping, dressage and stable management are covered. Transport to the stables is included in the price.

Adventure Sports

The adventure sports programme is based at The Edge, an active leisure centre located to the south east of Shrewsbury. Pupils are offeredI have a variety of activities, all led by qualified instructors who make each activity fun, exciting and moderately challenging for all levels and abilities! Transportation to and from the centre is included and all safety gear is provided.

Sample activities: archery, target shooting, sniping, mountainboarding - snowboarding with all-terrain wheels, team games, bushcraft - wilderness survival skills, quad biking, rock climbing, rocket fuel route building, blindfolded driving with a navigator, ziplining.

Accommodation and pantation

Accommodation is in the on-site residence. Children live in comfortable 1-4 bed rooms. Bathrooms are shared. The staff to student ratio is at least 1:4. Children are under constant supervision of school staff. Meals are served three times a day.

Access to mobile phones is limited at school so that children can make new friends and try out many new activities. WiFi is available at certain times.

Recreation activities

Every day the school offers classes in various sports, arts and crafts. Some require focus, some teach new skills, and some are just plain fun.

Sports:

  • Aerobics
  • Track and Field
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Dance
  • Dodgeball
  • Fitness
  • Aces
  • Football
  • Lacrosse
  • Netball
  • Tennis
  • Squash
  • Swimming
  • Table Tennis
  • Frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo
  • Yoga

Arts + Creative Activities

  • Arts & Crafts
  • Baking
  • Digital Photography
  • Theatre
  • Film Making
  • Hand Henna Painting
  • Animation

Evening Activities

  • Team Competitions
  • Quiz Games
  • Talent Show
  • Traditional British Games
  • Disco
  • BBQ

Pool Parties

Excursions

The school offers exciting excursions and study trips. Children will have fun with new friends at theme parks, zoos and famous London landmarks. They will learn about British culture, explore historic towns, famous university colleges, castles, museums, galleries, modern attractions and much more.

All tickets/entrance fees are included in the price.

Before the excursions, children can research the places they plan to visit in class. During the excursions, small tasks (such as finding photos) can be set to help you get the most out of your trips.

Twice a week, the children go on a teacher-led visit to Shrewsbury town centre. They will experience British culture and practise their English with friendly locals.

The course includes 2 excursions per week.
Example excursions:

  • Alton Amusement ParkTowers.
    Children will enjoy world-class rollercoasters, thrill rides and thrills at the UK's premier theme park.
  • Blists Hill.
    Children will be transported back in time in this Victorian town, exploring its quaint streets and seeing traditional crafts in action. They will see The Iron Bridge - the world's first major bridge made of cast iron!
  • Chester.
    Children will visit the historic city of Chester, located just over the border of England and Wales. With unique architecture and the famous Chester Zoo, there's plenty to do here.
  • Warwick Castle.
    Children will enjoy history and adventure on a tour of Warwick Castle. Explore the stunning medieval fortress, see live shows and immerse themselves in over 1,000 years of history.

Sample Daily Timetable

8:00 AM - Breakfast and School Assembly
9:00 AM - Activities and Clubs/Shrewsbury Town Visit
12:30 PM - Lunch
1:15 PM - Relax
2:00 PM - English Lesson
3:50 PM - English Seminar
17:20 – Relax/English Conversation Club
18:30 – Dinner
19:15 – Evening Activities
21:15 – Relax in Homes
22:00 – Lights Out

Cost, 2026

English Language Academy:
2 weeks – £3,700
3 weeks – £5,550
4 weeks – £7,400

Programming and Technology Academy:
2 weeks – £4,060
3 weeks – £6,090
4 weeks – £8,120

Sports Academy (sports activities are paid separately):
2 weeks – £3,700
3 weeks – £5,550
4 weeks – £7,400

Included in the price

  • Training
  • Accommodation and meals
  • All sports, leisure activities and excursions
  • Laundry
  • Transfers to and from Heathrow, Birmingham and Manchester airports on specified dates
  • Insurance

Additional charge

  • Tennis £150 per week
  • Golf £250
  • Horse riding £275 per week
  • Adventure sports £ £275
  • Flight
  • Visa
  • Educational company services

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  • We have been working since 1996
  • We choose camps with a minimum number of Russian speakers
  • We only place children in good conditions
  • We conducted a personal inspection of almost all the schools we offer
  • We do not work with the mass segment, only camps for discerning clients
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