Meet friends, have fun and keep speaking English after class

The social programme is a weekly offering of activities which complement your English language lessons.

A social activity gives you an opportunity to meet new friends and discover everything Eastbourne and the UK has to offer, and it’s a great way to extend and practise your English. Some activities are free of charge, some are with a tour leader whilst others are suggestions for you to do with friends or on your own, some have a fee which depends on the duration, the distance and the cost of the activity itself.

We have a Social Activities Organiser - a full-time member of staff - who is responsible for organising the programme of social activities. When you arrive at the school in Eastbourne on your first day, we’ll introduce you to this member of staff, explain how activities work, and what you have to do to sign up (reserve a place) on the activities, trips and excursions that you’re interested in.

There is a wide range of activities, local tours and weekend excursions to choose from:

  • activities include conversation club, sports, bowling laser quest and a tour of Eastbourne on your first day. These activities typically cost £5 to £15.
  • local tours include Hastings, Lewes and Brighton and typically cost £15.
  • weekend excursions include London, Canterbury, Oxford and Cambridge and typically cost £50 to £85.

We also offer weekend excursions through a local company Discovery Tours.

Once you’re in school, we can also help you to plan other things you might like to do independently.

Social programme

Monday 19 May (afternoon) Walking Tour of Eastbourne

An aerial photo of Eastbourne's seafront, which uses a fish-eye lens to which makes it look like the beach is curving away from view. The pier is prominent in the shot, as is the sandy coloured beach. The sea is an inviting turquoise colour.

Join us for a tour of Eastbourne, explore the beauty it has to offer.
Meet: Student Lounge
Time: 15:30

Free

Tuesday 20 May (afternoon) Movie and pizza afternoon

Hey Students! It's time to unwind and enjoy a fun-filled movie afternoon!
Join us for a relaxing time with your friends, some pizza, and a great movie!
Time: from 15:30

Free

Tuesday 20 May (evening) Kahoot Evening

Join us for lively Kahoot evening let's connect, compete, and enjoy cultural exchange through trivia.

free

Wednesday 21 May (afternoon) Walk to Eastbourne Marina

Join us for a walk to Sovereign Harbour, explore the beauty it has to offer.
Meet: Student Lounge
Meet student lounge 15:30

Free

Thursday 22 May (afternoon) Badminton in the garden

Come and join us for a game of badminton in the garden at ELC.
Meet: Student Lounge
Time: 15:30

Free

Thursday 22 May (evening) Pub night

During a busy week, some students like to unwind at the pub. It’s a nice way to relax and spend time with friends.
Meet at ELC school at 19:00

get yourself a drink

Friday 23 May (afternoon) Hastings

Come and join us as we take a walk around the famous town of Hastings, famous for its battle in 1066. Together will will explore the sights and history it has to offer.
Meet: Student Lounge
Time: 12:45

£15