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Junior and group travel Have the time of your life while learning a language abroad
L A N G U AG E S A B R OA D
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Learn a language, discover the world
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Why travel with EF?
Experienced team
Guaranteed progress
Adventure abroad
We have over 50 years of experience in supporting students during their first independent trip abroad – our friendly EF staff make sure you focus on enjoying your new destination. From local advisors dedicated to answering your questions to leaders committed to your comfort – you’ll have our full support from before your depart to after you return home.
Our innovative learning system will ensure you make maximum progress in your language learning. You'll put what you learn in class to use in the real world, giving you a head start on your journey to becoming a more global citizen.
Explore your destination with our activities and excursions. From cultural outings to weekend trips – our activities managers plan a full schedule of events all so you can make the most of your time abroad.
International friends From encouraging conversation in class to organizing social events – we’re passionate about introducing you to people from around the globe. You’ll meet new friends from places like Argentina, Switzerland and Japan at every EF destination.
Globally accredited Our schools are accredited by some of the world’s leading higher education organizations – including the British Council NEAS, ISA and ACCET. You’ll experience our high standards whether you’re studying on our campus in New York or at our school in the heart of London.
Comfortable environment Wherever you travel with EF, you can rest assured there will be experienced EF staff on hand to greet you, settle you in, teach you and entertain you. Relax knowing there’s someone to turn to for advice and support every step of the way. For added assurance, you can choose to travel with a escorted group.
EF International Language Campus New York
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Choose how you will study
4 1) Choose your course
2) Choose how you want to travel
EF Junior Course
Independent travel
Why travel independently?
20 lessons per week: Discover our Junior Courses – language classes personalized to the needs of younger learners. You’ll combine a relaxing holiday abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week.
Whether it’s your first trip abroad or you’re an experienced traveler, we'll support you to explore the world independently. You’ll discover a new city, meet people from across the globe and have the experience of a lifetime.
EF Junior Intensive Course
Group Travel
26 lessons per week: Our Junior Intensive Courses are designed for younger students who want to make maximum progress during their stay abroad. You’ll focus on communicating clearly in everyday situations by building competency through conversation and practical exercises.
An experienced EF Leader will escort you to the airport and support you throughout the boarding process. They will then travel with you and other students from your own country, up until they drop you off safely at your destination. You’ll meet other students, form new friendships and have the support of our experienced school staff from day one.
-- Progress guaranteed: You’ll learn faster and more effectively with our proven, personalized method. EF courses go beyond the classroom to challenge students in varied ways and diverse environments. -- International exposure: With over 30 nationalities represented, you’ll meet students from all over the world. -- Flexibility: From Perth to Eastbourne and Bournemouth to Santa Barbara – you’ll be able to choose where and when you travel.
Group Travel Plus Particularly well suited for juniors, Group Travel Plus allows students to relax – while an experienced EF Leader takes care of all the details of the trip. With Group Travel Plus, you can rely on your EF Leader to: -- Meet you at the airport in your own country -- Travel with you to and from your host city -- Organize your transfer to and from the airport to your EF school -- Help you get settled on arrival -- Introduce you to teachers and classmates -- Be on call throughout your course to provide assistance, advice and support
Learning Guarantee
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Why travel in a group? -- Leaders: Our experienced EF Leaders are dedicated to helping you make the most of your time abroad and have the adventure of a lifetime. You’ll benefit from 24/7 support locally and abroad. -- All-inclusive: Everything is included in your price: tuition, accommodation, course literature, transfers and meals. -- One-stop shop: We’ll take care of all the details of your trip – from the visa to the insurance and the transfer to the welcome-home party – so you can focus on having fun and picking up a new language.
You’ll advance one course level every six weeks when you attend all your classes and complete every assignment. Our method will guarantee that you make maximum progress – otherwise, you’ll study for free until you do.
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Make yourself at home
6 EF Activities At all of our schools, our EF Activities Managers compile a weekly calendar packed with sports activities, events and trips, customized to each destination. And the best part? Your course includes EF Activities – exciting activities and trips organized to help you further discover major sightseeing attractions either in your destination or in a city nearby. These excursions allow you to see some of the area’s most important attractions and sights, further immersing you in the local culture.
A sample week in Bournemouth
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Morning
General Language Lessons
Journalism (SPIN)
British Culture (SPIN)
Journalism (SPIN)
General Language Lessons
All day: Trip to London
Brunch with friends
Afternoon
British Culture (SPIN)
Project Session
General Language Lessons
Lecture
Picnic at Bournemouth Pier
Ride the London Eye
Host a volleyball tournament
Evening
Dinner in the city center
Fish and chips by the beach
Karaoke night
Barbecue in the park
EF party & Friday fireworks
Musical in the West End
Movie night
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7 EF Homestay Experience maximum cultural exchange by living in a private home with welcoming hosts and an international mix of students. You will gain insight into local culture, pick up expressions and slang with greater ease and return home with a more authentic accent. All Homestay hosts are carefully interviewed by experienced EF staff, and then regularly visited to ensure EF’s exacting standards for quality and comfort. Many hosts have been welcoming students for years, so they know exactly how to make you feel at home.
EF Residence Live alongside EF students in the heart of your destination. You’ll be close to the hottest restaurants, shopping and sporting facilities. You will have easy access by public transportation to your school. And although you are not living on campus, you can relax, knowing that EF staff are on-site around the clock to provide security, support and advice
EF Campus Living Live on-site and enhance the experience of studying alongside students from over 100 countries. Your courses and living arrangements are only minutes away from each other for maximum convenience. If you choose a university campus, you’ll enjoy a real slice of academic life and daily interaction with fellow students. Either way, you have access to on-site facilities such as a full-service cafeteria, student lounge and Wi-Fi Internet.
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Pick your dream destination
9 Eastbourne
Bournemouth
Cambridge Clare College
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
Take in the beauty of this dazzling resort town as you walk along the beach and admire its white buildings and sea cliffs. As one of England’s best kept secrets, this town is made to make your summer dreams come true.
Known for its pristine beaches, gardens and lively student population, Bournemouth is one of the UK’s most popular seaside destinations. Browse through Bournemouth’s cool shops, and in the evening, join your EF Activity Leader for a beach barbecue full of games and activities.
Founded in 1326, Clare College claims everything from royalty to revolutionaries among its alumni. At EF’s summer school you’ll live and study at The Colony, a twoacre campus centrally located to the shops of King’s Parade and stalls of Market Hill.
Activities Town Tour including Beachy Head, welcome party, sports tournament, academic clubs, Towner Art Gallery. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host and full board. EF Junior Summer Residence: Twin/triple/ quad rooms available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Full board. Summer only. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: January 6, 13, 20, 27 Summer Courses 2020: June 15, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17, 24
Activities Town tour, welcome party, picnic, sports, quiz night, beach BBQ, Harry Potter themed games, Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Jurassic Coast walks. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Junior Residence: Twin/triple/quad rooms available with a supplement. En suite facilities. Full board.
Activities Town tour, welcome party, picnic, karaoke, sports, EF Disco, museum visits. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Full board. EF Campus Living – Clare College: On Site twin rooms available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Full board. Junior Dates Summer Courses 2020: June 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10
EF Junior Summer Residence: Twin/triple/ quad rooms available with a supplement. En suite facilities. Full board. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3; April 6; May 25 Summer Courses 2020: June 8, 15, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17
EF Clare College
EF Eastbourne
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Pick your dream destination
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Bristol
London – Kingston
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
ages 10 to 14
Studying at our Cambridge school puts you in the heart of the city’s academic life. Cycle through ancient cobbled lanes, punt along the River Cam and picnic on the grassy student area called the ‘Backs.’
Bristol is known as the “Science City” thanks to its universities and vibrant hightech industry. Student energy abounds, whether you’re at a live music venue or cutting edge art gallery.
Activities
Activities
Located 40 minutes from central London in a picture-perfect borough by the River Thames, our campus is equipped with modern sports facilities and bright classrooms. Students will learn English together in a bustling, safe university town.
Town tour, welcome party, game night, sports, academic clubs, museum visits, festivals.
Town tour, welcome party, picnic, British sports, volleyball tournament, academic clubs, M Shed museum visit.
Accommodation
Accommodation
EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends.
EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends.
Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: January 6, 13, 20, 27; April 6
EF Junior Summer Residence: Single rooms available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Half board. Summer only. Junior Dates
Activities Sightseeing in London, trip to Oxford, sports tournaments, shopping trips and group games. Extra activities also availble in our EF Fun Pack & EF Explore Pack. Accommodation Junior Boarding School: Shared room and facilities, full board. Walking distance to the school. Junior Dates Summer Courses 2020: Please contact our team for the exact dates
Summer Courses 2020: June 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27
EF Cambridge
EF Bristol
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11 Dublin
Brisbane
Perth
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
Learn English and absorb Irish culture while exploring Dublin’s shops, cafés and outdoor markets. Our beautiful campus is located in the Donnybrook area, a five-minute journey to the nearby D4 District. Our small, friendly school is perfect for younger independent students who wish to explore this charming and friendly city.
Often voted the world’s most livable city, Brisbane boasts an average of 245 days of sun a year. Study English were tropical resort meets futuristic metropolis and enjoy afternoons at the beach, hip cafés, loads of shops—and easy access to the beach. Found in a beautiful Art Deco building close to the city center, EF Brisbane is a great place to learn English.
The sunny capital of Western Australia boasts a thriving live music scene and plays host to music and food festivals all-year round. It’s renowned for its stunning city beaches and parks, providing a great respite for city dwellers looking to enjoy the outdoors. Our campus in the heart of Perth puts you in the center of the action.
Activities Town tour, welcome party, Irish dancing, beach day, BBQ, National Museum of Ireland visit, famous landmarks tour. Accommodation
Activities Town tour, welcome party, beach sports, beach BBQ, movie and quiz night, City and South Bank tour, Art Gallery tour.
Activities Town tour, welcome party, art gallery tours, BBQ. Accommodation
EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends.
EF Residence – Campus Perth: Premium quad rooms and premium twin rooms available with a supplement. En-suite facilities. Self-catering or on-site restaurant with meal plan option. Available for Juniors 14+.
Junior Dates
Junior Dates
Junior Dates
Holiday Courses 2020: January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 12
Holiday Courses 2020: January 6, 12, 20, 27; February 3, 10
Summer Courses 2020: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27
Summer Courses 2020: June 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3
Summer Courses 2020: June 15, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3
EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Summer Residence: Twin/triple/quad rooms available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Self-catering.
Accommodation
EF Brisbane
EF Perth
EF Dublin
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Pick your dream destination
12 San Diego
Seattle
Santa Barbara
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
Soak up the sun on the coast of California. Learn how to surf, go shopping or take an escorted trip to the Grand Canyon – all while experiencing an authentic American lifestyle. Located just a short ride from the city center, our new school features a pool, volleyball courts and a movie theater.
Evergreen State College offers a vibrant student community set on a 1000 acres of beautiful forest and beach land — perfect for enjoying the great outdoors. On the weekends, head for Seattle (just over 100 kilometers away) to explore the city and enjoy views of Mount Rainier from the Space Needle.
Mild temperatures make outdoor activities possible all year round — hiking, sailing and, of course, surfing. Our school is in the very heart of the city center. The charming heritage building has a high-tech learning facility on the inside, featuring a comfy student lounge and a sunny courtyard.
Activities Town tour, welcome party, sports competitions, quiz and movie nights, San Diego State University tour. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Campus Living – On Site: Triple/quad included. Twin rooms available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Breakfast and dinner in campus cafeteria. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: April 6; May 25 Summer Courses 2020: June 8, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17
Activities Town tour Olympia, welcome party, climbing, soccer, basketball, swimming, BBQ, Olympia State Capitol tour, Percival Landing Tour. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Campus Living – Evergreen State College dorms: Twin room (included). Shared facilities. Half board Monday-Sunday. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: January 13, 27 Summer Courses 2020: June 15, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10
Activities Town tour, welcome party, beach BBQ, volleyball and beach games, University of California Santa Barbara campus tour, Santa Barbara Mission tour. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Residence: Triple/quad rooms available with a supplement. En-suite facilities. Half board. Summer only. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: January 6, 20, 27; April 6, 13; May 18, 25 Summer Courses 2020: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10
EF Santa Barbara
EF San Diego
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13 New York
Washington, D.C.
Vancouver Island
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
New York is America’s capital of art, fashion, music and food. It’s all just a quick trip from our traditional campus in Tarrytown that attracts students from around the world. Climb up the Empire State Building, take a ferry to the Statue of Liberty or picnic in Central Park – all within the comfort and security of a group escorted by an EF Leader.
America’s majestic capital is where some of the world’s most important decisions are made. Tour the iconic monuments and make the most of our full program of activities including sports tournaments, fun group events and evening BBQs.
Our new campus places students in the heart of Victoria, one of Canada's most beautiful cities. Located on Vancouver Island, Victoria is a quaint place that boasts friendly locals and stunning scenery.
Activities Town Tour, welcome party, sports tournament, tennis, swimming, movie night, EF disco, Sleepy Hollow and Old Dutch Church visit, Riverwalk tour. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local. Breakfast and dinner Mon-Fri, all meals on weekends. EF Campus Living – On Site: Triple/quad room (included). Twin room available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Half board. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3; April 6 Summer Courses 2020: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17
Activities Town tour, welcome party, movie and game nights, Georgetown visit, University of Maryland campus visit, Historic D.C. neighborhood tours, Smithsonian Museums. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Campus Living – On Site: Triple/quad room included. Twin room available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Half board. EF Summer Residence: Twin room available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Half board (Breakfast and lunch). Junior Dates
Activities Victoria town tour, welcome party, many inschool activities, museums, beach sports, beach BBQ, movie night. Accommodation EF Homestay: (included) Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Summer Residence – Brookes Academy: Twin room from €XX/week. En-suite facilities. Half-board. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: January 6, 13, 27; April 6 Summer Courses 2020: June 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10
Summer Courses 2020: June 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3
EF Vancouver Island
EF New York
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Pick your dream destination
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Singapore
Munich
ages 14 to 16
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
Ideally located for sun and fun, our EF Malta school offers you an opportunity to study in a Mediterranean paradise where English is an official language. Visit ancient ruins, relax by the pool, explore blue lagoons and learn more about the island’s interesting colonial history.
Boasting a large English-speaking population, Singapore combines the very best of East and West. Among its futuristic skyscrapers you’ll find quaint side streets filled with traditional market stalls and shops. Our well-equipped school is situated in the heart of the city, near Orchard Road with its shopping malls and restaurants.
Munich’s fun-loving spirit — ”Gemütlichkeit” — gives this vibrant city a friendly atmosphere all year round, making it the perfect place to study German. From the antics of the Glockenspiel in Marienplatz, to picnicking with friends in the Englischer Garten, there’s always something to see on the historical streets of Munich.
Activities Sightseeing in Valletta, half day at Golden Bay beach, sports tournaments, talent shows, treasure hunts, traditional local celebrations, EF Discos.
Activities Town tour, welcome party, talent shows, movie nights, Singapore Heritage Trails. Extra EF activity packs are also available.
Accommodation
Accommodation
EF Homestay (included): Shared room with a carefully selected local host. Full board.
EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends.
EF Residence: Quad room available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Half board. Junior Dates Summer Courses 2020: Please contact our team for the exact dates
EF Summer Residence – Hwa Chong: Triple/quad rooms available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Half board included. Summer only. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: February 3, 10, 18, 25 Summer Courses 2020: June 1, 8, 15, 29; July 6, 13, 27; August 10
Activities Town tour, welcome party, Deutsches Museum, hiking in the Alps, BMW Museum, Bavarian breakfast, BBQ by the river, Ludwig Maximilian University visit. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Junior Summer Residence: Triple/quad rooms with shared bathroom available with a supplement. Twin rooms with ensuite facilities available with a supplement. Half Board. Junior Dates Summer Courses 2020: June 22, 29; July 6, 20, 27; August 3
EF Munich
EF Sliema EF Singapore
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15 Nice
Saint-Raphaël
Malaga
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
ages 13 to 15
Learn French on the French Riviera – famous for sunny skies and clear blue waters. Enjoy an ice cream on the promenade or venture into the open-air markets of the Cours Saleya – great for treasure hunting. Make the most of our full program of activities including sports tournaments by the beach, fun group events and evening BBQ’s.
This hidden gem of the French Riviera, set between scenic mountains and long stretches of sandy Mediterranean beaches, is the perfect place to learn French. Take advantage of crystal blue waters by trying a new watersport, like windsurfing or scuba diving in the nearby coves.
Malaga is known as the ‘Jewel of the Costa del Sol’, with its sandy beaches, palmfringed boulevards and open-air cafés. Learn Spanish in one of Spain’s premier resort towns – our school is located in a lovely villa, a mere five-minute walk from the beach.
Activities
Activities
Town tour, welcome party, cultural events, France quiz, football, beach volleyball, EF Disco, Archaeological Museum visit.
Town tour, welcome party, beach volleyball, beach BBQ, water sports, Picasso Museum, historical sites guided tour, Alcazaba Fortress tour.
Activities Town tour, welcome party, beach volleyball, cultural events, movie and game night, Massena Museum visit, Old Town tour. Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. Easter only. Junior Dates Holiday Courses 2020: April 6
Accommodation EF Homestay: (included) Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Junior Summer Residence – Hotel de Flore: Triple room Triple rooms available with a supplement. En suite facilities. Half board. Junior Dates Summer courses 2020: June 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3
Accommodation EF Homestay (included): Twin room with a carefully selected local host. Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday, all meals on weekends. EF Campus Living: On Site: Single/triple/ quad rooms available with a supplement. En suite facilities. Breakfast included. EF Junior Summer Residence: Triple/quad rooms available with a supplement. Shared facilities. Full Board. Junior Dates Summer Courses 2020: June 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3
EF Malaga
EF Nice
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