Atlas Junior Chichester
Learn English. Explore England. Build Confidence.A residential summer at the University of Chichester on England's south coast, with two London excursions, Brighton, Portsmouth and Winchester, and five evening activities a week.
- Dates
- 28 Jun – 26 Jul 2027
- Age
- 10–17 years
- Course
- Junior Fluency (JP20)
- Accommodation
- On-campus residence, full board
- Airports
- Gatwick 1 hr 15 · Heathrow 1 hr 30
A traditional English city on the south coast
Our programme takes place at the University of Chichester, just a 15-minute walk from the historic city centre and one hour 15 minutes from Gatwick Airport.
Chichester dates back to Roman times and is full of history and character, and the coast, with its seaside villages and beaches, is only 20 minutes away. Students experience a traditional English city while discovering some of the UK's most famous destinations: Brighton, Portsmouth, Winchester and London, with two different London excursions during the two-week programme.
On campus
- Modern sports complex
- Spacious, bright classrooms
- Fully equipped canteen
- Residence on campus
Accredited by the British Council
Course
Junior Fluency (JP20)
Our theme-based syllabus has been developed around young learners' needs and interests. In class, there is a focus on communicative English with lots of small-group and pair-work activity. Classes are grouped by age and level, from Elementary to Advanced, and include Sustainable Development Goals themes.
Course info
- 10 lessons x 90 minutes of group tuition (15 hours) per week
- 1 lesson = 90 minutes
- Course Code: JP20
- 6 x 90-minute sessions (9 hours) of sports or performing arts per week
- 5 evening activities (10 hours) per week
- 2 half-day excursions per week
- 3 full-day excursions over a 2-week period
Sports
Students stay active and put their English to use in the modern sports complex on campus.
- Indoor and outdoor sports facilities
- Team games that build communication and teamwork
Performing arts
Creative sessions using the dance, arts and music facilities on campus.
- Dance, drama, music and art
- Certificates and talent show on the last night
Evening activities
Every evening brings something new to look forward to.
- Casino night, karaoke, disco and quiz night
- Oscars night, Trashion Show, Paparazzi and cultural exchange
What a typical week looks like
Classes, sports or performing arts, trips and evening activities. Here is the two-week JP20 programme.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
- Classes
- Activities & trips
- Evening
Two London excursions included, plus Brighton
Over the two-week programme, students enjoy two different full-day trips to London and a full day in Brighton.
Iconic London
Landmarks, history and a Thames cruise.
London Life & Chinatown
Culture, shopping and city vibes.
Brighton
The pier, the Royal Pavilion and the seaside.
Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Step behind the scenes of the Harry Potter films.
Activities on campus & half-day trips
Historic cities, the south coast and a packed programme on campus.
Chichester orientation
Walking tour on day one
Portsmouth
HMS Warrior & the historic dockyard
Winchester
England's ancient capital
Chichester Cathedral & Town Trail
Town trail through the historic centre: interact with the public!
Sports on campus
Modern sports complex
Performing arts
Dance, drama, music and art
Casino night
Evening fun
Brighton
Pier, pavilion and the Upside Down House
London
Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and more
Karaoke night
Sing your heart out
Talent show
The big final night
Certificates
Celebrating on the last day
On-campus residence · Full board Living on campus
Students live in the university residence, just minutes from their classrooms, the canteen and the sports complex.
- Twin roomsTwin rooms with shared bathrooms for each 4-6 students and kitchens for each 6-9 students
- Single roomsSingle rooms with shared bathrooms and kitchens for each 4-6 students available on request for additional fee
- MealsBreakfast, hot lunch and hot dinner provided in the canteen, plus packed lunches for full-day excursions
- Bed linen & towelsBed linen and towels are provided in all accommodation and changed weekly
- Split by age and genderStudents are housed across different buildings, split by age and gender.
- Residential staff on campusDedicated residential staff live on campus with the students.
Course fees
One price covers tuition, full-board residence on campus, the activity and evening programme, excursions including two London trips and Brighton, all course materials and a certificate.
| Course | 2 weeks | 3 weeks | 4 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior FluencyJP20 | £2,250 | £3,175 | £4,200 |
Prices in pounds sterling. Programme dates: 28 June – 26 July 2027.
Included in the price
- English classes in international groups: 10 lessons x 90 minutes (15 hours) per week
- On-campus twin room accommodation in residence with full board and shared bathroom
- 6 x 90-minute sessions (9 hours) of sports or performing arts per week
- 5 evening activities (10 hours) per week
- 2 half-day excursions per week, and 3 full-day excursions over a 2-week period (London x 2 and Brighton)
- All course materials
- End-of-course certificate
Additional fees
Airport transfers (one way)
- Gatwick£175
- Heathrow£225
- Stansted, Luton or London City£300
Other
- Single room supplement£75 / week
- Insurance£25 / week
Your child's safety comes first
The welfare of students under 18 is our most important priority.
Safeguarding first
A Designated Safeguarding Officer (our Safeguarding and Welfare Officer or Centre Manager) is on site, and all staff receive safeguarding training.
Residential staff on campus
Dedicated residential staff live on campus, and students are housed by age and gender.
Supervision
All our activities and excursions are supervised by Atlas staff.
24/7 emergency line
Our emergency line is open day and night. You'll find the number in the welcome letter we send before arrival, and in our app.
Airport arrival
Chichester is one hour 15 minutes from Gatwick and about 1 hour 30 minutes from Heathrow. We can arrange transfers from Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Luton and London City.
Frequently asked by parents
What age does my child need to be?
Atlas Junior Chichester is for students aged 10 to 17. Classes are grouped by age and level, from Elementary to Advanced.
When does the programme run?
The programme runs from 28 June to 26 July 2027, with arrivals on Mondays. Students can stay for 2, 3 or 4 weeks.
Where is the programme based?
At the University of Chichester, on the south coast of England. The campus is a 15-minute walk from the historic city centre and one hour 15 minutes from Gatwick Airport.
How many lessons are there?
10 lessons of 90 minutes per week (15 hours), in international classes of up to 15 students.
Where will my child live?
In the on-campus university residence. Rooms are en-suite singles, singles with shared bathrooms, or twins with shared bathrooms, with shared kitchens. A single room supplement of £75 per week applies. Students are housed by age and gender, with dedicated residential staff on campus.
Are meals included?
Yes, full board: breakfast, hot lunch and hot dinner in the on-campus canteen, plus packed lunches on full-day excursions.
Which excursions are included?
Two different full-day trips to London (Iconic London, and London Life & Chinatown) and a full day in Brighton, plus half-day trips to places such as Portsmouth, Winchester and Chichester Cathedral.
What happens in the evenings?
There are 5 evening activities (10 hours) a week, such as casino night, karaoke, a disco, a quiz night and the talent show.
Which airport should my child fly to?
Gatwick is the closest, about one hour 15 minutes away, and a one-way transfer costs £175. We can also arrange transfers from Heathrow (£225) and from Stansted, Luton or London City (£300).
Are there optional extras?
Yes, such as the Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Ask us for details when you book.
Do you offer group bookings?
Yes. Group prices are available on request, including transfers and a free Group Leader place.
Book a summer they'll remember
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Our Mission
“To achieve excellence in providing language teaching, accommodation, student support and related services to enable and support the life and learning objectives of our students.
At Atlas Junior we pride ourselves on the quality of our programmes. Our goal is to ensure that every student is taken care of from the moment they step off the plane until it’s time for them to say goodbye and go home. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of service in every aspect of our young learners’ time with us – from their language classes and activity programmes to their accommodation, transport and student welfare.
Our Atlas Junior programmes are a life learning experience, providing an opportunity for our young learners to meet people from around the world and have experiences that will not just help improve their English but also develop their character and allow them to become more independent.”
Safeguarding
Atlas Language School has both a moral and legal responsibility to make sure that all staff who work with, or have access to, young people under the age of 18 provide them with the highest standard of care.
Atlas is committed to creating and following clear policies so that all staff, and any other adults who have regular contact with students under 18 through Atlas activities, understand and accept their responsibility to safeguard and protect them from harm or abuse.
This means that staff must follow safeguarding procedures carefully and report any concerns about a young person’s welfare to the appropriate staff members or authorities.
Atlas Language School is committed to ensuring that:
- the welfare of students under 18 is the most important priority.
- all persons under 18, whatever their age, culture, disability, gender, language, racial origin, religious beliefs and/or sexual identity have rights in general and in particular the right to protection from all types of abuse
- All concerns or reports of abuse or inappropriate behaviour will be taken seriously and dealt with quickly and properly.
- all staff are covered by this policy and all staff have a responsibility to report concerns to the appropriate person, the Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO), which will be either the Safeguarding and Welfare Officer or the Centre Manager.
- all staff receive appropriate training.
- this policy is shared with all staff, read by all staff and understood by all staff.
Atlas Language School has a duty of care to safeguard all persons under 18 from harm. All persons under 18 have a right to protection, and the needs of disabled persons under 18 and others who may be particularly vulnerable must be taken into account. Atlas Language School will ensure the safety and protection of all persons under 18 through adherence to the Child Protection guidelines adopted by Atlas Language School.
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