University of Portsmouth Junior English Programmes in Southsea
Embassy Summer at the University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth is the Great Waterfront City, packed with world-class attractions such as the Spinnaker Tower and Southsea Castle. It is also very close to other interesting cities such as Southampton and Brighton.
Our centre is located next to the seafront in a building which is part of the University of Portsmouth. Both the centre and accommodation are within a short walk of the city centre, the Historic Dockyard and Clarence Pier. Students have a lot to explore!
Key Facts:
Price: £1,040 per week (price includes tuition, trips, activities, accommodation, and full board)
Location: University of Portsmouth
Dates: 1st July – 12th August 2025
Ages: 12–18 (18 year olds accepted as part of a group with a leader)
Accommodation: Single room with en-suite
Sample Excursion: Oxford, London, and Brighton.
- Single en-suite and single standard rooms available with shared bathroom ratio of around 1:3 students.
- Room furniture includes a wardrobe, desk and chair.
- Rooms and bathrooms cleaned weekly, common rooms every other day.
- Laundry available in the residence for a small fee.
- Meals are served in a large dining hall with a packed lunch at the weekends.
- Wi-Fi throughout accommodation.
- 15 minutes walking distance to classes.
Whilst delivering bespoke lesson materials, the Embassy lesson is designed to engage students in discussion, to develop the key life skills of collaboration and intercultural communication, and to provide extensive opportunities to practice and build on current language.
Lessons taught by teachers trained to deliver the Embassy Lessons
17 students per class and classes suitable for students of all levels.
15 hours a week
20 x 45 mins in UK, US and Canada
15 x 60 mins in Malta
All learning resources provided are age appropriate and all students receive an end of course certificate of attendance.
Arrival
Students will be welcomed upon arrival at Rees Hall where they will register and get their room keys and can check-in to their rooms.
Welcome
On the first evening there will be a welcome activity which is designed to ensure students have the opportunity to meet staff and other students and get to know more about the campus, its facilities and useful information which will help them during their stay.
Activities
Activities are organised in between lessons and during evenings. These activities could be on-site or near to the centre. These may include:
- Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball and basketball
- Daytime activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops
- Evening activities such as karaoke, talent show, and team games
Excursions and Trips
Historic Dockyard: Part of HM Naval Base Portsmouth, it contains several historic buildings and ships such as:
– HMS Victory, the flagship of Horatio Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar.
– HMS Warrior, the world’s first armour-plated, iron-hulled ship.
– HM Coastal Boat 4, a First World War torpedo boat.
Arundel Castle: A restored and remodelled medieval castle in Arundel, West Sussex, England. It was established during the reign of Edward the Confessor and completed by Roger de Montgomery.
London: Visit this exciting capital city and take a walking tour of central London, visit one of the many museums on offer.
Brighton: A vibrant, popular seaside resort with beautiful architecture, home to the Sea Life Centre.
Oxford: Home to the world’s oldest university, where we’ll visit a famous college.
Madame Tussauds: Experience one of
London’s best loved aractions! Star in immersive experiences and get up close and personal with more than 150 lifelike figures of your favourite celebrities.
Fort Nelson: Explore this restored Victorian fortress located in nearby Portsmouth, view an incredible range of artillery and venture through its network of tunnels.
Thorpe Park: Home to thrilling rides, aractions & live events, Thorpe Park Resort is the ultimate destination for
thrill seekers featuring some of the UK’s most popular roller coasters.
Sample Programme
Each 21-night stay will include a number of local visits and 3 full-day excursions to either London, Oxford, or Brighton. Transport for trips may be by private coach or public transport.
The programme is for illustrative purposes only and is subject to amendments or alterations.
| Week 1 | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Arrivals/Departures Onsite sports and activities Optional trip: Isle of Wight by hovercraft |
Testing/Induction | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Full-day trip: London with Westminster walking tour and visit to a museum |
| Afternoon | Local visit and Millenium Walk |
Half-day trip: Southsea Castle |
On-site sports and activities | Half-day trip: Portsmouth Historic Dockyards |
Walk to Clarence Pier and beach games | ||
| Evening | Welcome team games Walk to the beach |
Karaoke | Murder mystery Walk to the beach |
Egg Drop | Football tournament Kwik cricket |
Disco | Film night |
| Week 2 | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| Morning | Arrivals/Departures Local activities Optional trip: Thorpe Park |
Local visit and Lord Nelson Trail | Half-day trip: Southsea Model Village |
On-site sports and activities | Half-day visit: Spinnaker Tower |
Paper airplane competition | Full-day trip: Brighton with walking tour and visit to the Sea Life Centre |
| Afternoon | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | ||
| Evening | Origami Making Workshop Mindful Colouring |
Karaoke | Walk to the Canoe Lake and Southsea Beach | Spagetti and marshmallow tower building competition | Trashion show | Disco | Walk to the beach |
| Week 3 | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| Morning | Arrivals/Departures On-site Activities Optional trip: Fort Nelson |
Testing/Induction | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Full-day trip: Oxford with walking tour and college visit |
| Afternoon | Local visit and South Parade Pier | Half-day trip: Arundel Castle |
On-site sports and activities | Half-day trip: Port Solent Marina |
Shopping at Gunwharf Quays | ||
| Evening | Create your own Mask | Karaoke | Quiz night | Build your own Kite | Volleyball Ultimate frisbee |
Disco | Games Night (cards, Charades, board games, Taboo, Pictionary) |
Student Welfare
We place the highest priority on care and supervision at all of our Embassy Summer centres so you can rest assured students are well looked after. Members of staff are available 24 hours a day.
Student Services
Our student support staff can help you with:
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Information about local services
- Assistance with individual and personal problems
- Emergency contact
Medical information
If a student needs medical attention an Embassy staff member will help make an appointment. Group Leaders must accompany the student to an appointment. An Embassy staff member will accompany any student that is not part of a group.
LOCAL DOCTOR
The University Surgery,
Nueld Centre, St Michael’s Road,
Portsmouth. PO1 2BH
LOCAL HOSPITAL
Queen Alexandra
Hospital, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6
3LY
INSURANCE
If a student does not have insurance to cover their time abroad, guard.me insurance is available to purchase through Embassy Summer.
CASH
Please note that the centre is mostly cashless. Cash is only required for optional activities and room deposits.
Location
Embassy Summer School
University of Portsmouth
Langstone Campus
Furze Lane
Southsea
Portsmouth PO4 8LW
Travel times to nearest airports
| (LGW) London Gatwick Airport | 1 hour 35 minutes |
| (LHR) London Heathrow Airport | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| (STN) Stansted Airport | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| (LTN) Luton Airport | 2 hours |
Travel times to nearest train station
| St Pancras International (Eurostar) | 2 hours 15 minutes |
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