ELEA is rated a Centre of Excellence and ranked in the UK’s top 7% of English as a foreign language schools.

Peartree ELEA is a summer residential experience created by Peartree Languages, one of Cardiff’s longest-established English language training (ELT) providers, in partnership with Atlantic Experience. We combine more than 20 years of industry experience in teaching high-quality, accredited English language courses with the spectacular location, facilities, pastoral care and diverse leisure opportunities offered by UWC Atlantic College, home to St Donat’s Castle.

ELEA will take you on an inspirational language-learning journey where you will build lifelong memories. Alongside a network of students from all over the world, you will enjoy challenging lessons, experience action activities, make new international friends and have a fantastic time – and we will help you to do all of this using only the English language.

We offer a full daily schedule combining language classes, physical activities and full-day excursions, developing valuable skills for both your studies in your home country and your future. At Peartree ELEA, you will have the chance to improve your confidence in English and your personal competencies while having the summer experience of a lifetime!

APPLY

If you would like to apply to attend ELEA 2027, please complete the application and assessment forms found at the bottom of this webpage. We recommend you first read the course information pack and terms and conditions to ensure ELEA is right for you. Parents/guardians must complete sections on the application form, which cannot be saved and revisited, therefore, we recommend you also review the summary of the application form questions document to prepare your answers. The participant must complete the assessment.

MEET THE TEAM

Join one of our free ELEA webinars designed for parents, guardians, and participants to discover more about the ELEA programme. These sessions will cover key details, including:

✔️ What ELEA is and who it’s for
✔️ Discover the British Council-accredited English course
✔️ Explore the stunning UWC Atlantic College campus
✔️ Find out about excursions to Bath, Cardiff & cultural sites
✔️ See how ELEA helps young learners build confidence, 21st-century skills & global awareness

Register to attend:

• Nov 30, 2026 06:00 PM London
• Feb 15, 2027 06:00 PM London

Can’t attend our webinar dates? You can watch our webinar recording here.

2027 Course Information:

📅 Date: Thursday 15th July – Thursday 29th July 2027
📍 Location: UWC Atlantic, St Donat’s Castle, Wales, UK CF61 1WF
🏠 Accommodation: Included
🧑 Ages: 12 – 17 years old
📝English Language Level: B1 to C2
💷 Fee: £2,665 GBP per person
💸 Discounts: £2,560 GBP per person if you apply before 31st January 2027
👫Siblings: Additional discount of £75 GBP per person applies*
🔄 Repeaters: Additional discount of £50 GBP per person applies*

*can be used with early bird offer but no other discounts

2027 APPLICATION CRITERIA

ELEA will be held at UWC Atlantic, Wales, UK CF61 1WF for 12–17-year-olds from Thursday 15th July – Thursday 29th July 2027 and participants must commit to the full programme.

The lessons and activities are divided into two age groups: YOs ages 12–14 and Os ages 15–17. There is an option for students who are aged 14 on January 1st 2027 to request to join the Os group. Students aged 14 who are eligible to join ELEA C2 will automatically join the Os. These requests will be considered individually and are not guaranteed.

ELEA is joined by a minimum of 60 participants from around the world.

Participants must have a minimum proven language level of B1 and a maximum level of C2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), including speaking skills.

This course is not suitable for participants at beginner or elementary level, first-language English speakers, students under the age of 14 who have C2 (near-first language competency) level fluency.

Participants must complete an assessment test as part of their application and an online interview may be required.

COURSE FEES

£2,665 GBP per person, including all programme fees, boarding, catering and Guard Me insurance. The fee is also inclusive of optional transfer to/from Heathrow Airport, within the time window specified in the Course Pack. The fee does not include flights or assistance within the airport such as unaccompanied minor services with airlines, participant spending money, visa fees or travel costs outside of the transfers.

DISCOUNTS

• Early booking: £2,560 GBP per person if you apply before 31st January 2027
• Repeater discount: £50 per person (can be used with early bird offer but no other discounts)
• Sibling discount: £75 per person (can be used with early bird offer but no other discounts)

Additional charges that you may incur include:

• If you plan to use the unaccompanied minor airline service with your airline, an additional fee of £150 will apply to ELEA
• If you have unexpected changes to travel plans, including flight or meeting delays outside of the specified travel window, a fee of £200 GBP per person plus additional costs (i.e. transport) will apply.

HOW TO APPLY

If you’re interested in joining ELEA, please complete the application and assessment forms. Once both have been submitted, these will be reviewed and we will notify you if you have successfully secured a place on the ELEA programme within 5 working days. If your application is approved, an invoice will be sent due for payment within 14 days. If you require a payment plan or to extend the payment deadline this may be possible; please discuss this with us.

Unfortunately, at this time we do not offer scholarships for ELEA. Please only apply if you can cover the full costs of the ELEA programme.

The closing date for applications is 31st May 2026; however, we recommend booking as soon as possible as there is high demand for the ELEA programme and spaces are offered on a first-to-apply basis. Before you apply, please ensure that you have read further information found in the course pack and terms and conditions documents on the webpage below.

WEBINARS

Sign up to our free webinars on 30th November and 15th February with Q&A sessions. Meet our Course Directors and learn more.  You can watch a previous course webinar here.

CONTACT US

If you need to get in touch, don’t hesitate to contact us by email elea@uwcatlanticexperience.com or call +44 (0)  1446 799 000.

If you are an Education Tour Operator looking to book ELEA, please contact Peartree directly at info@peartreelanguages.com

LOCATION

UWC Atlantic
St Donat’s Castle
Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan
Wales, UK
CF61 1WF

About ELEA

ELEA is an English as a foreign language (EFL) course for 12-17 year olds looking to develop their English language communication skills through an engaging and unique experience. If you want to spend your summer day-in-day-out in a classroom, then this course isn’t for you!

What we offer is a full daily schedule which combines your language classes with action activities. You will develop valuable skills for your studies in your home country, and improve your confidence in English and your personal skills while having the adventure experience of a lifetime!

The Location

Peartree ELEA takes place at UWC Atlantic College, Vale of Glamorgan, UK (CF61 1WF). This spectacular, 122-acre site is home to its own 12th-century St Donat’s Castle, woodland, farm, valley and seafront with enclosed bay. You will enjoy meals in a magical dining hall, listen to stories and myths about the castle and be in constant contact with nature in this safe, beautiful residential setting.

THE LESSONS

You will join English language group classes, divided by level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for language competence (B1, B2 etc). To be eligible to join the course participants must be able to demonstrate a minimum level of B1 (pre-intermediate) at all eligible ages and maximum level of C2 (mastery) for participants aged 14+, including speaking skills.

The ELEA 2027 programme is based on our well-developed 21st century skills curriculum and places a strong emphasis on developing communicative English language skills, confidence and fluency in a collaborative, fun and inclusive classroom environment, aligned with British Council standards for the teaching of English. The lessons and workshops focus on contemporary global issues and students are guided to make connections with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the UWC Mission and Values. By working on authentic communication, teamwork, and reflection, students gain the language, skills and self-belief to apply their knowledge in a final team task bringing together all elements of the course.
New for 2027 we are excited to introduce ELEA C2 designed specifically for participants aged 14+ with a proven CEFR C2 level of English who are approaching bilingual fluency. At this level, the focus moves beyond accuracy to explore precision, authenticity, nuance and confident, complete fluency within the framework of the ELEA curriculum.

THE ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS

You will live in houses containing dormitories where up to four students share a room. Houses are allocated by gender, and rooms within the houses are assigned according to age and a deliberate nationality mix. Each house has a common room with plenty of space to relax and a kitchen stocked with daily supplies such as fresh fruit, bread, spreads, biscuits and cereals.

All houses are located within the grounds of the College, with wonderful views of the sea and woodland and are an easy walk to all facilities (dining hall, lessons, activities, pick-up points).

There will be three full meals per day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Meals will be enjoyed in the spectacular castle dining hall, giving students the feeling of being in a real-life Harry Potter movie! On excursion days a packed-lunch will be provided.

EVENING ACTIVITIES AND FREE TIME

Evening activities provide the chance to speak English while relaxing and having fun. This includes a Gala Dinner, international show, cinema evening (full-sized screen), drama workshop, disco and more, all within the grounds of the College. During free time, students can explore designated areas of the College campus with new friends and use the communal and sporting facilities available to them on site.

The EXCURSIONS

On two days during the programme, we will travel away from the campus for full-day excursion to visit new places in the U.K. This includes:

• An excursion to the historical city of Bath in England to visit a popular cultural attraction
• A visit to the capital city of Wales, Cardiff, to explore Welsh culture and enjoy a shopping opportunity in safe pedestrianised malls and historical arcades, including the oldest record shop in the world!

THE ACTIVITIES

There will be a range of activities over the two-week experience, including archery, climbing, pool games on kayaks and bushcraft. You will enjoy visits to local areas of natural beauty, including hiking along the Glamorgan Heritage Coast on which the campus sits. Leisure activities on campus include sports, team games and a tournament challenge.

SUMMER PARTY: New this year, spend the afternoon having fun with your friends, from bouncy castles and pool games to a delicious BBQ. It’s the perfect chance to relax, laugh, socialise and enjoy an unforgettable summer afternoon together!

SAFER SCHOOL 24-HOUR CARE

ELEA is committed to providing the highest standards of pastoral care, including 24-hour supervision. Staff are carefully background checked and selected for their suitability to care for children and young people.

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

At ELEA our aim is to help you improve your English-language level as you develop important communication skills for your future. Through the wide range of adventures we have planned, you can develop team-building, leadership, and listening skills, along with resilience in an international environment. In the summer months, the UWC Atlantic campus comes alive with a range of groups, young people and other external events that contribute to a global landscape of learning and exploration. Many of your leisure moments will be spent with participants from around the world, giving you the unique opportunity to speak English and make international friends.

GUARDME INSURANCE

As part of ELEA, international students living outside of the UK will benefit from GuardMe insurance as part of the course fee. The policy provides cover for participants including:

• Extensive medical coverage up to £10,000,000 that includes treatments at any clinics or hospitals – public or private – for any unexpected medical condition.
• Digital Doctor: students will be able to schedule an online appointment with a doctor who will also be able to send prescriptions online. This will avoid any long wait for a GP appointment in person.