St Giles International Junior Centre Leeds, England UK
Ackworth School, Pontefract Rd, Ackworth - WF7 7LT Leeds - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Indoor swimming pool
- Tennis courts.
Venue: St Giles International Junior Centre, Leeds, is located 20 miles outside of Leeds in the village of Ackworth in West Yorkshire, near Pontefract. Held at Ackworth School the programmes offered focus on combining English language learning with sport. Ackworth School is a Quaker boarding school, founded in 1779, and the original building is a type I listed historical building. Ackworth dates back to the medieval era and some monuments from the period remain there still, including a Plague Stone where vinegar was kept for sterilising coins in an attempt to curb the spread of the disease.
The programme: St Giles International Junior Centre at Ackworth School offers students an authentic boarding school experience and expert sports coaching. Whether students choose football or the general sports option, they each receive 5 half-days of sports coaching per week alongside their 20 weekly English lessons. The multi-sport option includes a mix from the following sports: swimming, tennis, hockey, netball, cricket, and of course, football.
Activities: Outside of class time and sports coaching, students at St Giles International Junior Centre Yorkshire also benefit from an evening social programme and one full-day excursion per week to nearby cities including Manchester or York and football stadium tours. A weekly highlight of the programme which takes full advantage of the extensive grounds is the BBQ and garden party.
Getting there: The closest major international airport is Manchester Airport (MAN) which is an hour and a half away from the school. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is three and a half hours away.
School chain: St Giles Schools Languages Ltd has numerous schools worldwide, offering junior, adult and senior students quality English tuition and student care for over 65 years. Originating in Soho, London, St Giles now has schools in England, Canada and the US. St Giles schools are fully regulated and accredited by the British Council in the UK and Language Canada in Canada. They are also members of EnglishUK.
English Courses
General Language
English & Football (12 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from£1,330£1,297 / week Includes accommodationMore
English & Football (12 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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£1,330£1,297 / week
Includes accommodation
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 1,330 1,297 | 2,660 2,594 | 3,990 3,891 | 5,320 5,187 | 6,650 6,484 |
| Price in US$ | 1,750 | 3,499 | 5,248 | 6,998 | 8,747 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 09 Aug 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 12 years
- Age range:
- 12 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
English & Sports (12 to 17 years old)20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from£1,330£1,297 / week Includes accommodationMore
English & Sports (12 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
£1,330£1,297 / week
Includes accommodation
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 1,330 1,297 | 2,660 2,594 | 3,990 3,891 | 5,320 5,187 | 6,650 6,484 |
| Price in US$ | 1,750 | 3,499 | 5,248 | 6,998 | 8,747 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 09 Aug 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 12 years
- Age range:
- 12 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for St Giles International Junior Centre include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
St Giles International Junior Centre
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at St Giles International Junior Centre.
General school facilities
Library
Garden
Soccer field / football pitch
Tennis courts
Table tennis
Indoor swimming pool
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Student Age
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 100% |
| 18-24 years | 0% |
| 25-34 years | 0% |
| 35-50 years | 0% |
| >50 years | 0% |
- Average number of students
- Junior courses - In summer: 36
- Minimum age of students
- 12 years for specific Junior courses
- Average age of students
- In summer: 15 years
Information for all courses offered by St Giles International Junior Centre
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
- Unaccompanied Minor (UM) fee: GBP 60 per single journey.
The school requires at last 2 weeks from the time you inform them of the visa approval to confirm the accommodation. The accommodation will remain as ‘reservation only’ until they are informed of the visa approval.
Timetable subject to change.
- Unaccompanied Minor (UM) fee: GBP 60 per single journey.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 04 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 28 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Manchester Airport:
- £98 one way
£196 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
English & Sports Timetable
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
FAQ about St Giles International Junior Centre, Leeds
What is the best price for a course at St Giles International Junior Centre, Leeds?
“English courses at St Giles International Junior Centre start at 1297 £ for a English & Football course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is airport pickup offered by St Giles International Junior Centre?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Manchester Airport (98 £)”
Course Dates and prices 2026
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Junior prices 2026
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
English & Sports Timetable
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PSG Football Academy Factsheet 2026
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Junior and Family Course Contact Details 2026
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Terms of St Giles International Junior Centre
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- St Giles Schools Languages Ltd | Tax registration ID: 596651
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 20. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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