Residential summer programme for British teens
Now taking bookings for 2026!
If you are a British teenager 15-17 looking for an adventure away from home this summer, this programme is for you. Whether your objective is passing your Gold Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Residential or simply a fun mini-break with other teenagers from the UK and around world, having worked hard all year, you deserve a residential activity programme that is special.
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What’s different?The clue is in the word ‘international’. If you choose MTE International Summer Camp, you will be doing your programme along side other young people from 20+ countries: right here in the UK. Participants come from every corner of Europe including France, Spain, Italy, Germany plus places as far away as Brazil and Mexico. Where is it?MTE International Summer Camp takes place in the spectacular 50 acre grounds of Moor Park, which is a boarding school in Ludlow, Shropshire.
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How your day works:
Do one MAJOR in the morning then learn different skills by following a MINOR in the afternoon. Relax late afternoon and in the evening with our MULTI-ACTIVITY & SOCIAL PROGRAMME: sports, activies, events and excursions.
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Residential Activities: |
5 July – 10 July 2026
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| Option 1: | Golf Academy |
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| Option 2: | Basketball Academy |
12 July – 17 July 2026
| MAJOR | MINOR | |
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| Option 1: | Golf Academy |
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| Option 2: | Basketball Academy |
19 July – 24 July 2026
| MAJOR | MINOR | |
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| Option 1: | Golf Academy |
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| Option 2: | Girl’s Football Academy |
26 July – 31 July 2026
| MAJOR | MINOR | |
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| Option 1: | Golf Academy |
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| Option 2: | Volleyball Academy |
Who will I be doing the programme with?
- Majors + Minors + the Multi-Activity programme are with teens from 20+ countries from around the world
What is the age of the other participants on campus?
Mornings: you will be doing your Major with British & International teenagers between 15 and 17 years old.
Afternoons: Minors are open to all ages, though of course, coaches will group participants according to their age.
Age breakdown of all participants on campus:
- 68% 15-17 years old
- 32% 12-14 years old
(Data based on 2025 for international & British participants combined)
More Information about residential activities: |
Majors:Mornings – 15 hours |
Major: Golf Sports Academy
The secret to golf is concentration and coordination. You will learn with PGA qualified golf coach Dan Francis and you will be doing your lessons at the 18-hole Ludlow Golf Club, which offers a driving range and a wide variety of holes including some with bunkers. Moor Park also has a 9-hole Par 3 golf course on campus.
You will work on a range of shots from ‘set and swing’ to chipping and putting in order to build a complete game. Dan uses video playback to help even the most advanced players make big improvements in their technique.
Some experience recommended to ensure that you are familiar with Golf Club etiquette and can get the most out of this intensive course.
Major: Girls’ Football Academy
We bring together motivated teenage girls from the UK and around the world to share their passion for football and train together.
Our expert coaches will help you help you improve your full skill set: technical, tactical, physical, mental and leadership. You will feel the progress as each session builds from technique and fitness drills to tactical understanding, small-sided games and full international matches.
Our beautiful campus includes 3 grass football pitches and a superb all-weather AstroTurf pitch: all with panoramic views over open countryside that boost enjoyment.
Major: Basketball Sports Academy
Designed for motivated British and international teenagers, participating in our exciting and dynamic Basketball Academy is your opportunity to become a better player. While developing your game, you will be making lasting friendships with other basketball enthusiasts from around the world.
Our expert coaches from the UK’s top clubs will guide you through dynamic drills and match play scenarios to make rapid progress in every aspect of your game from shooting, dribbling and passing to offensive and defensive strategies.
Major: Volleyball Academy
This is your opportunity to share your passion for volleyball with players from 20+ countries from around the world.
Our professional coaches from leading UK volleyball clubs will guide you through energising drills, tactical gameplay and match simulations to rapidly imrpvoe every area of your performance.
Building a team, overcoming challenges and sharing success all in an international: as well as elevating our techniques and tactics, you’ll have a lot of fun.
Minors:Afternoons – 10 hours |
Minor: Karting School Pro Specialism
Experience the thrill of motorsports! Racing takes place on a 600-metre professional track in twin-engine pro-karts. Passion for what you do is everything: participants will be taught by karting champion, engineer and entrepreneur Chris Powell & his team. The week culminates with race day when students compete for a trophy.
Daily checks, training & partnership with the National Karting Association ensure the safety of the course. Karts are limited to 30 km/h rising, with each assessment passed, to a maximum of 60 km/h.
Also includes one session of quad bike training & riding in the forest.
Minor: Film Making Pro Specialism
Working with an expert film teacher and other young people from around the world, DofE Gold candidates storyboard, shoot and edit your very own film. The end result is then shown to an audience. This option is superb for developing your creative, technical and learning to communicate across cultures in mixed nationality teams.
Minor: Dance – Musical Theatre Pro Specialism
Working with professional dance teachers, you will learn different dance styles from around the world and work together in mixed nationality teams to create a choreographed dance show to present to the camp.
Minor: Golf – Pro Specialism
Experienced players will love the opportunity to focus on personalised learning objectives. Less experienced players will be surprised by how fast they make progress with our welcoming PGA coaches.
The driving range and practice area is the perfect place to build confidence. All players experience the thrill and challenge of playing on the 18-holes of stunning greens.
Important: you do not to be a skilled player, but it is essential that you have gained knowledge of golf etiquette through playing on a professional course.
Minor: Football Pro Specialism
Sharing your passion for football: there is no better way to make lifelong friendships from around the world.
Drills, skills and matches: get ready to work hard with top level professional coaches learning with the most modern training methods.
Our beautiful campus includes 3 grass football pitches and a superb all-weather AstroTurf pitch: all with panoramic views over open countryside that boost enjoyment.
Minor: Basketball Pro Specialism
Just try it! Experienced players know that professional coaching in basketball is not only incredible fun but also helps you develop the team skills and focus you need to succeed in life.
Trained by expert coaches, you will work to elevate your basketball game prioritising ball control, but focusing also on shooting, dribbling, defending, rebounding, and passing.
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In addition to focused Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award residential activities, you will also benefit from a full programme of sports, activities, events and excursions.
Excursions on the 2025 programme include: Oxford (July 16) and Bristol (July 23), Liverpool (July 30), Bath (August 6).
Booking is easy
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- Complete the form at this link
- Book an Orientation Interview on Teams meeting using this link. In the meeting: (a) we’ll answer your questions & (b) we’ll ask you several questions including some from this selection:
What are the benefits, opportunities and challenges for British students of taking part in a summer school where there are other teenagers from 20+ different countries?
Being a member of the host nation confers on you a special responsibility to present the best side of the UK to the international community. Give examples from your life to demonstrate that you have the skills & mindset to be an effective ambassador for the UK.
Some participants on the programme will be younger than you. Given an example from your school life of a time you mentored or helped a younger pupil.
What strategies will you use to mix with teenagers from different countries?
3. We’ll send you a booking confirmation & invoice.
4. Prior to your arrival at MTE, we’ll send you a pre-departure pack containing:
- Parental and Medical Consent Form
- Student & Parent handbook which includes a packing list and guidance on how to gain maximum benefit from living as part of an international community.
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Questions?
What ages are allowed?
- You must be aged 15-17 years old.
Who will I be doing the programme with?
- Majors + Minors + the Multi-Activity programme are with teens from 20+ countries from around the world
What is the age of the other participants on campus?
Mornings: you will be doing your Major with British & International teenagers between 15 and 17 years old.
Afternoons: Minors are open to all ages, though of course, coaches will group participants according to their age.
Age breakdown of all participants on campus:
- 66% 15-17 years old
- 34% 12-14 years old
(Data based on 2024 for international & British participants combined)
What are check-in / check-out times?
- Arrival day is Sunday. Please arrive on campus at 1700-1730.
- Departure day is Friday. Please organise your departure from campus at 1630.
How do I inform the school about my travel plans?
Please complete the form at this link to tell us about your travel plans.
How do I travel to the campus?
- By car
- By train
I will be travelling by train. How do I get to the campus?
Ludlow train station is 5-9 minutes’ drive (35-40 minutes’ walk) from the campus. Please do not walk from the train station with your suitcase. If you are travelling by train:
- Arrival: a school vehicle / a taxi will collect you at 1700 (Sunday) from Ludlow train station. Cost £10.
- Departure: a school vehicle / a taxi will take you to Ludlow train station at 1630 (Friday). Cost £10.
(Our partner taxi company is Wolf Taxis 01584 856690 and all drivers are DBS checked).
Can I go off-campus alone?
- The safety and welfare of participants is our first priority. For this reason, summer school is a structured environment and students are only allowed off campus with staff. You will have some free time on your full-day excursion.
What is the address of the campus for the SATNAV?
- Moor Park, Ludlow, SY8 4DZ
More questions?
We’re ready. Call us, drop us a message or book a meeting.
- Book a meeting
- info@morethanenglish.co.uk
- Call David / Claire to find out more: 01584 812562
Whatsapp:
- Claire: 077 549 23 944
- David: 075 956 36 575
DofE Gold Residential Timetable:
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