Turn summer 2026 into confidence in English
Students can study for five to 15 days, depending on their summer schedule and learning goals. Primary school students study for six hours a day, and secondary school students study for three hours a day. Through focused learning, students explore ideas and express themselves in English.
Students develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in a balanced way in an immersive English environment, while studying in Japan.
*Available dates and course length vary depending on the class.
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▼Course dates
▼Classes at Iidabashi
▼Classes at Musashi-Kosugi
▼Course content for primary school students
▼Course content for secondary school students
▼Enrolment fee and course fees
▼Frequently asked questions
| The British Council approach to learning |
As one of the world’s leading organisations in English language teaching, the British Council draws on CLIL, TBL and CLT as part of its approach to learning.
| CLIL | Content and Language Integrated Learning |
| Students learn through English, using themes and content such as history, science and geography, rather than learning English only as a subject. | |
| TBL | Task-Based Learning |
| Students develop natural English by working on meaningful tasks based on real-life situations. | |
| CLT | Communicative Language Teaching |
| Students focus on communicating their own ideas and opinions, rather than only repeating fixed phrases. |
Through familiar and intellectually engaging themes, students learn through English and work on purposeful tasks. They build the ability to express their ideas and feelings in English, and begin to use English not only as something to study, but as a tool for learning, thinking and communicating.
In this Summer Intensive English Programme, students develop listening skills through video and audio materials, speaking skills through interaction with classmates and teachers, reading and writing skills through topic-based texts and written responses, and grammar in context.
Students also build the ability to work together, reflect on their own and their classmates’ learning, and understand different cultures as they use English to learn, think and express themselves.
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| Course dates 2026 |
| Week | Dates | Primary school classes | Secondary school classes |
| Week 1 | Monday 27 July – Friday 31 July |
9:00〜16:00 |
17:00〜20:00 |
| Week 2 | Monday 3 August – Friday 7 August | ||
| Week 3 | *Available at Iidabashi Centre only Monday 10 August – Friday 14 August |
*Available dates and course length vary depending on the class.
*Secondary school classes at Musashi-Kosugi follow an irregular schedule. Please see the Musashi-Kosugi class table below.
Each week runs from Monday to Friday. Students can enroll by week. Discounted fees apply when enrolling for two or three weeks.
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| Classes |
Class levels are recommended based on your child’s school year and English level. The number in Primary Plus is a guide to the school year. The final class placement will be based on your child’s English level, learning experience, age and stage of development.
<Iidabashi Centre>
| Iidabashi Centre – Primary school classes | |||
| Class name | Recommended for | Weeks available | Time |
| Primary Plus 1 & 2 Starter | Primary school years 1–2. For children who are new to English. |
Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 |
9:00〜16:00 |
| Primary Plus 1 & 2 | Primary school years 1–2 | ||
| Primary Plus 3 & 4 | Primary school years 3–4 | ||
| Primary Plus 5 & 6 | Primary school years 5–6 | ||
| Iidabashi Centre – Returnee classes for primary school students | |||
| Class name | Recommended for | Week available | Time |
| Returnee Lower Primary |
Lower primary returnee students (Primary school years 1–3) | Week 1 | 9:00〜16:00 |
| Returnee Higher Primary |
Lower primary returnee students (Primary school years 4–6) | ||
| Iidabashi Centre – Secondary school classes | |||
| Class name | Recommended for | Weeks available | Time |
| Secondary Plus A | Junior high school students CEFR A1–A2 |
Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 |
17:00〜20:00 |
| Secondary Plus B | Junior high school students CEFR B1–B2 |
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| Upper Secondary Plus IELTS | Senior high school students preparing for IELTS CEFR B1 level and above |
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<Musashi-Kosugi Centre>
| Musashi-Kosugi Centre – Primary school classes | |||
| Class name | Recommended for | Weeks available | Time |
| Primary Plus Starter Lower Primary |
Lower primary students who are new to English | Week 1 Week 2 |
9:00〜16:00 |
| Primary Plus Starter Higher Primary |
Higher primary students who are new to English | ||
| Primary Plus 3 & 4 | Primary school years 3–4 | ||
| Musashi-Kosugi Centre – Returnee classes for primary school students | |||
| Class name | Recommended for | Week available | Time |
| Returnee Lower Primary |
Lower primary returnee students (Primary school years 1–3) | Week 2 | 9:00〜16:00 |
| Returnee Higher Primary |
Higher primary returnee students (Primary school years 4-6) | ||
| Musashi-Kosugi Centre – Secondary school classes | |||
| Class name | Recommended for | Date | Time |
| Secondary Plus A | Junior high school students CEFR A1–A2 |
Monday 27 July | 9:00〜16:00 |
| Tuesday 28 July | 9:00〜16:00 | ||
| Wednesday 29 July | 9:00〜12:00 | ||
| Upper Secondary Plus IELTS | Senior high school students preparing for IELTS CEFR B1 level and above |
Wednesday 29 July | 13:00〜16:00 |
| Thursday 30 July | 9:00〜16:00 | ||
| Friday 31 July | 9:00〜16:00 | ||
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| Course content for primary school students |
Primary school classes include different learning activities in the morning and afternoon.
In the morning, students explore familiar themes suited to their age and English level, using engaging magazine-style materials brought to life through games and classroom activities.
In the afternoon, students take part in British Council Clubs. These are club-style learning activities based on CLIL, where children use English to think, create, collaborate and present. Rather than learning English only as a subject, students explore themes such as board games, travel, space, detectives, art, animals, survival and magic, and use English to learn and express themselves.
●Primary Plus 1 Starter / Primary Plus 2 Starter – primary school years 1–2, for children who are new to English
| Week | Morning | Afternoon |
| ― | Theme-based Learning | "British Council Clubs" Club-style learning activities |
| Week 1 | All About Me | Board Game Club / Travel Club / Space Explorers Club |
| Week 2 | Out and About | Detectives Club / Quiz Club / Arts and Crafts Club |
| Week 3 | Holidays and Travel | Animal Planet Club / Adventure Survival Club / Magic Club |
●Primary Plus 1 & 2 – primary school years 1–2
| Week | Morning | Afternoon |
| ― | Theme-based Learning | "British Council Clubs" Club-style learning activities |
| Week 1 | Music | Board Game Club / Travel Club / Space Explorers Club |
| Week 2 | Wings and Things | Detectives Club / Quiz Club / Arts and Crafts Club |
| Week 3 | Cities | Animal Planet Club / Adventure Survival Club / Magic Club |
●Primary Plus 3 & 4 – primary school years 3–4
| Week | Morning | Afternoon |
| ― | Theme-based Learning | "British Council Clubs" Club-style learning activities |
| Week 1 | Fun & Games | Board Game Club / Travel Club / Space Explorers Club |
| Week 2 | Let’s go on holiday! | Detectives Club / Quiz Club / Arts and Crafts Club |
| Week 3 | Our Wonderful World | Animal Planet Club / Adventure Survival Club / Magic Club |
●Primary Plus 5 & 6 – primary school years 5–6
| Week | Morning | Afternoon |
| ― | Theme-based Learning | "British Council Clubs" Club-style learning activities |
| Week 1 | Who are we? | Board Game Club / Travel Club / Space Explorers Club |
| Week 2 | Storytelling | Detectives Club / Quiz Club / Arts and Crafts Club |
| Week 3 | Living in Other Places | Animal Planet Club / Adventure Survival Club / Magic Club |
●Returnee classes for primary school students – primary school years 1–3 and 4–6
In the returnee classes, students build language skills for communication using varied class materials, activities and project work based on themes in famous children’s movies. Using video-based materials, students develop their listening comprehension, empathy and critical thinking to understand the story and themes and share their ideas in English. These classes are designed for children who have experience learning in English and want to deepen their ability to think, interact and express themselves through stories.
| Class | Available at | 内容 | |
| Returnee Lower Primary Primary school years 1–3 |
Iidabashi | Week 1 | ’The Jungle Book’ - Language activities, games and project work based on the film ‘The Jungle Book’ |
| Musashi-Kosugi | Week 2 | ||
| Returnee Higher Primary Primary school years 4–6 |
Iidabashi | Week 1 | Language activities, games and project work based on the film ‘The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’. |
| Musashi-Kosugi | Week 2 | ||
*The course content shown is planned and may be subject to change. If any changes are made, we will inform you as soon as possible. Any changes will remain aligned with the overall learning approach and aims of the programme.
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| Course content for secondary school students |
Secondary school classes use games, activities and theme-based learning to help students understand information in English, organise their ideas and express them clearly.
Students do not learn vocabulary and grammar in isolation,. They think about themes, discuss ideas and complete tasks while using English for real communication. The classes develop listening, speaking, vocabulary, reading and writing in a balanced way, while also building critical thinking, collaboration and presentation skills.
●Secondary Plus A
This class is for junior high school students who are newer to learning in English, or who would like to strengthen practical English skills while reviewing the basics. Through accessible themes, students build vocabulary and expressions and develop confidence in using English with others.
| Week | Theme | Learning focus |
| Week 1 | Adventure Zone | Students learn vocabulary and expressions related to places, actions and feelings, and practise communicating their ideas in English. |
| Week 2 | Travel Around the World | Students explore countries, regions and travel, developing intercultural understanding and the ability to exchange information in English. |
| Week 3 | A Night at the Movies | Students use film as a theme to describe characters, stories and opinions, and build confidence in expressing their views. |
Secondary Plus B
This class is for junior high school students who are becoming more confident in English interaction. Students work with more developed themes, organise information, give reasons, and express their opinions. Through pair work and group work, they practise discussing ideas in English and working together on tasks.
| Week | Theme | Learning focus |
| Week 1 | Technology | Students explore technology and society, considering familiar digital environments and explaining benefits and challenges in English. |
| Week 2 | Detective Week | Students read and interpret information, organise clues and explain their reasoning in English. |
| Week 3 | Debate and Discuss | Students discuss familiar social themes, build their opinions and practise giving reasons in English. |
*The course content shown is planned and may be subject to change. If any changes are made, we will inform you as soon as possible. Any changes will remain aligned with the overall learning approach and aims of the programme.
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| Course content for senior high school students |
Upper Secondary Plus IELTS is recommended not only for senior high school students preparing for IELTS, but also for students who want to develop academic English for future study abroad, overseas university pathways or more advanced English learning.
At the British Council, one of the co-owners of IELTS, students develop their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills in a balanced way, while building familiarity with the test format and the practical skills needed to respond effectively.
Students build the ability to understand what questions require, organise information within a limited time, think logically in English and communicate their opinions clearly.
*Unlike the other classes, the IELTS class is not project- or theme-based. It focuses on IELTS preparation and four-skills development through IELTS-style tasks.
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| Enrolment fee and course fees |
All prices include tax. Course fees include learning materials.
<Enrolment fee waiver campaign>
New students who apply for the Summer Intensive English Programme will not need to pay the British Council enrolment fee. Existing British Council students do not need to pay an enrolment fee.
| Item | Standard fee | Free |
| Enrolment fee | ¥27,500 |
<Existing student discount>
Existing British Council students receive a 10% discount on course fees.
<Primary school classes> *including returnee classes
| Course length | Total study hours | Course fee | Fee per hour | Saving |
| 1 week (5 days) |
30 hours | ¥145,200 | ¥4,840 | — |
| 2 weeks (10 days) |
60 hours | ¥275,880 | ¥4,598 | Save ¥14,520 |
| 3 weeks (15 days) |
90 hours | ¥392,040 | ¥4,356 | Save ¥43,560 |
*The saving is the difference compared with applying for each week separately.
<Secondary school classes>
| Course length | Total study hours | Course fee | Fee per hour | Saving |
| 1 week (5 days) |
15 hours | ¥72,600 | ¥4,840 | ― |
| 2 weeks (10 days) |
30 hours | ¥137,940 | ¥4,598 | Save ¥7,260円 |
| 3 weeks (15 days) |
45 hours | ¥196,020 | ¥4,356 | Save ¥21,780円 |
*Musashi-Kosugi secondary school classes have a total of 15 hours. The course fee is ¥72,600 including tax.
*The saving is the difference compared with applying for each week separately.