Accommodation:
ECS at Port Regis
Everything on one countryside campus
The ECS residential English summer camp takes place at Port Regis School in the South of England, just two hours from London.
Set in large, private grounds, the school offers outstanding educational and leisure facilities. Children and teens stay in age-appropriate accommodation, with all lessons and activities on site.
The countryside setting is central to the ECS experience. After a fun holiday in the fresh air, pupils return home happy, healthy, with better English, and a stronger connection to nature.
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Top learning facilities
ECS summer school offers English lessons in bright, modern classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards and flexible layouts for creative activities like games and group discussions.
The academic building is spacious and airy, creating a great learning environment. Lessons are enhanced with engaging materials from National Geographic, and we take learning outdoors whenever possible. Pupils might read in a large treehouse, explore the woods for nature studies, or join a digital photography workshop.
Facilities include three modern computer suites, music rooms, a performance hall, and an educational kitchen for learning English through fun cooking activities.
The school also has a full library with books for all levels. Located in a stunning former mansion drawing room, it features high ceilings, ample light, and cozy reading corners.
> Find out more about English language lessons at ECS
Extensive sports facilities
ECS summer camp is perfect for young people who love sports, creativity, and fun during the holidays.
On-site facilities include tennis and squash courts, a gymnasium, an all-weather sports pitch, two performance halls, a large sports hall, and a 25-meter heated indoor pool. The school also features spacious sports fields and a private practice golf course.
For an extra boost, you can add specialised golf or tennis coaching to your English summer camp experience!
> Find out more about sports at ECS
Space for creativity and relaxation
At ECS, we balance active fun we provide space for creativity and relaxation.
Our games room is stocked with board games like Connect Four, Ludo, Monopoly, and 1000-piece puzzles. We have two large performance halls for drama workshops, performances, game nights, and the lively End of Course Review.
After the evening activity, relax in cosy common rooms with pool tables and table tennis, or gather in the grand hall by the fireplace for stories and hot drinks on chilly nights.
Sundays are perfect for movie time in our cinema room, complete with a big screen and comfy seating.
> Find out more about the social programme at ECS
Where you'll sleep at ECS
ECS is a residential summer school where everyone lives together on campus.
Pupils stay in comfortable boarding houses, supervised by experienced house parents. Accommodation is divided by age group and gender.
- Ages 8–12: Younger pupils stay in Grosvenor House, a modern boarding house with private rooms featuring a hand basin, desk, and wardrobe. Sliding partitions can create shared rooms for those who prefer it. Grosvenor also has a cosy common room with seating and a large TV.
- Ages 13–17: Older pupils stay in Prichard House, another modern facility with private rooms and the same amenities. Girls and boys are housed on separate floors, each with a dedicated house parent. Prichard includes a recreation area with table tennis, a pool table, and a film room.
Teen girls may also opt to stay in a separate area of Grosvenor House while enjoying access to Prichard’s recreation facilities in the evenings.
"The houses are stunning, with real attention to detail - soft colours and cosy sofas, as well as disco lights, adorning these home-from-home spaces." - The Good Schools Guide 2022
Delicious meals in the canteen
ECS provides three daily meals in a modern canteen with large windows overlooking the scenic school grounds.
Each meal offers a variety of hot and cold dishes, along with a generous salad bar. House parents assist younger pupils in choosing balanced, healthy meals.
We accommodate all dietary needs - just let us know! Vegetarian options are always available, and pork is clearly labeled.
To reduce food emissions, we’re increasing the variety of tasty vegetable dishes on our menu.
> Find out more about the food we serve at ECS
Beautiful school grounds
Our English summer camp is set on a stunning rural campus with expansive, enclosed grounds.
The area includes sports fields, playgrounds, a treehouse, a skate ramp, woodlands, ponds, and a small stream—perfect for outdoor activities and summer fun in a safe, natural setting.
The grounds also feature bird boxes and rewilding areas to support local wildlife. At ECS, environmental responsibility and connecting with nature are central to our mission, with measures in place to minimise our environmental impact.
> Find out how to get to ECS English summer school
The local area
ECS is located in the beautiful southern English countryside near Shaftesbury - pictured - surrounded by beaches, gardens, and lively towns and cities.
Each year, we organise a variety of trips for all age groups, including sightseeing, museum visits, exhibitions, and shopping. These excursions let students explore local history and culture while practicing English in real-life settings.
Adventure is always close by - most trips are just 25 minutes to 1.5 hours away. We also enjoy walks and countryside outings straight from campus. A 30-minute walk to Shaftesbury is a favourite afternoon activity for students.
> Find out more about ECS trips and excursions
