English & family study · London, England · Gloucester Gate for ages 5–9; Regent's Park for older children
SKOLA · London Junior English
A London English-and-activities programme with a dedicated younger-child site and weekly entry.
Dates published · check places
2027 announced: ages 5–9, 5 July–13 August; ages 10–17, 14 June–28 August. January/Easter programmes are 10–17, not younger children.
Official sources checked ·- Ages / grades
- 5–17 · residential 12+
- Duration
- 1+ weeks · Monday starts
- Attendance
- Parent accompanies / Day attendance / Child-only boarding
- Language
- English · all levels, including beginners
Why it is in this guide
Clear age bands and published 2027 dates make it easy to plan a longer family stay. This is a comparison option with mixed independent feedback, not an unqualified top recommendation.
Who it may suit
Families seeking structured weekday English and London outings, with a parent staying locally for younger children.
What to weigh up
Ages 5–6 cannot use the longer June/late-August season for 7–9s. Some older reviews of the 5–9 course criticised learning depth and value, so ask for the proposed level and teaching plan.
Operating history and evidence
The provider reports 57 years' experience and publishes 2026/27 seasons. LanguageCourse.net's 17 verified-booking ratings average 3.9/5 and mix adult and junior courses; 2023 parent reviews of the 5–9 programme raised teaching/value concerns, while other junior feedback is positive. The provider's higher Google-review claims are not an independent quality finding.
Age, language and eligibility
International visiting children are expressly accepted; classes mix nationalities, no UK school enrolment is required, and children are assessed and grouped by age and English level, including beginners. Parents/guardians handle younger children's drop-off and collection; Japanese support is not guaranteed. Ages 5–9 attend Gloucester Gate and need a parent on the optional Saturday excursion; residential minimum age is 12.
What the days look like
For 5–9s: 15 hours English each week; full days 09:00–16:00 include lunch, one half-day London outing and four activity afternoons. Half days finish 12:15. Older pupils follow a different 16:30 finish.
Parents, accommodation and transport
Under-12s need family accommodation arranged separately. Saturday trips leave from Regent's Park, even for Gloucester Gate children, and adult classes cost extra. From Tokyo, allow for a long-haul flight and London's daily commute.
Included costs and the family budget
2027 5–9 rates: £720/week for five full days; £500 for five mornings; £920 for six days including one parent on Saturday. Add £60 registration and £30 visa letter if needed. Lodging, flights, insurance and adult study are additional.
Before you book
Confirm the age-specific campus and dates, real teaching-level group, current parent feedback and accommodation commute. Do not infer five-year-old eligibility from the Regent's University name. The minimum stay is one week, with starts any Monday during the relevant age group's season and two or more weeks combinable.
Cancellation and refunds
2027 terms: up to eight weeks before start, retain £60 cancellation plus non-refundable registration/visa fees. Later cancellation retains the £500 deposit if only that was paid, or one week's fees plus registration if fully paid; no refund for early departure. Visa-refusal clauses conflict and need written clarification.
Sources and official information
Official sources checked ·
- Official 2027 overview
- Gloucester Gate ages 5–9
- Official 2027 price list
- 2027 terms, updated 29 August 2026
- Independent mixed parent/student reviews
An editorial comparison based on official information, not first-hand reviews, rankings or a safety guarantee. Match the school calendar, language needs, independence and the adults’ plans together.