What age is IEC English Summer Camp suitable for?

IEC camps welcome students aged 7 to 17. Groups are structured by age to ensure every child gets the most from the experience.

Where are IEC English summer camps held in Italy?

IEC delivers its English immersion day camps directly at partner schools across Italy — from the north to the south. We come to your school, so students don't need to travel.

How long is the English Summer Camp programme?

The flagship IEC programme is a 2-week full English immersion day camp. Students are immersed in English for the entire duration through activities, sports, workshops and cultural sessions.

Are your camp counsellors qualified?

Yes. All IEC camp counsellors are fully qualified English language educators and cultural facilitators drawn from over 20 nationalities worldwide, including the UK, Ireland, South Africa, Jamaica, the Philippines, Canada and more.

Is IEC affiliated with PON funding?

Yes. IEC programmes in Italy carry an affiliation with the EU PON (Programma Operativo Nazionale) framework, which may be available for eligible state schools upon request.

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IEC delivers world-class English immersion camps across Europe — transforming students into confident, global communicators through unforgettable cultural experiences.

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Who We Are

Education That Opens Doors

International Education Camp (IEC) is a registered education company operating across 6 countries — Italy, Ireland, Spain, Greece, England and Scotland — pioneering language immersion programmes that build confidence, cultural intelligence, and lifelong skills through unforgettable real-world experiences.

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Counsellors from 20+ Nationalities

Our camps are led by volunteer counsellors from Hong Kong, South Africa, Jamaica, the Philippines, Ireland, the UK, Canada and beyond — giving every student genuine cross-cultural immersion from day one.

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True Internationalisation for Your School

We bring the world to your students — without the cost or complexity of overseas travel. A diverse, multilingual counsellor team delivers a fully international experience right inside your school's environment.

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Premium Learning Partnerships

Every IEC camp combines live immersion with The English Habit's online platform and Mr Cat Books' award-winning resources — trusted by leading state, private and international schools across Europe.

What We Offer

Immersive Programmes Built
to Transform

Every IEC programme is designed with one goal: to bring students further in a week than a full year in the classroom.

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English Summer Camp & School Partnership

IEC's flagship programme — a 2-week full English immersion day camp, delivered in partnership with the school. We design the whole experience and send a team of trained camp counsellors to welcome students locally and deliver it from the ground up. Students live the language every day, in every activity.

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2-week full immersion day camp format
IEC team comes to your school — no travel needed
A school coordinator welcomes students locally
International counsellors from 17+ countries
Cultural activities, games, sports & workshops
Fully qualified English language tutors
Pre & post assessments with progress reports
Free 1-month The English Habit membership included
Mr Cat Books resources for every student
Certificate of achievement for every student

Exclusive Partnership

The English Habit:
Learning Doesn't Stop
at Camp

IEC has partnered with The English Habit — a leading online English language school — to ensure every student continues their immersion journey long after the camp ends.

100% of families report language improvement

1 Month free online membership for every student

Daily live sessions with qualified English teachers

Fluency proven pathway to real language fluency

The English Habit — Online English Language School

🎁 EXCLUSIVE IEC INCLUSION

Every Camp Student Gets a Free Month of The English Habit

When students leave camp, their English journey doesn't stop. Every IEC student receives a full complimentary month of The English Habit's online platform — connecting them with qualified English teachers for daily conversation practice.

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Daily live speaking sessions
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100% of families see improvements

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What Parents Are Saying

Thousands of students from across Europe have attended our programmes. Here's what their families have to say.

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"My daughter had the most amazing experience at IEC! She came back speaking so much more confidently and made friends from all over Europe. The programme was perfectly organised and the staff were incredibly supportive. We're already booking for next year!"

Angela

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"Mio figlio è tornato completamente trasformato! Il suo inglese è migliorato enormemente e ha acquisito una fiducia in se stesso che non avevo mai visto prima. Il programma IEC è semplicemente straordinario. Grazie a tutto lo staff!"

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"The best investment we ever made for our child's education. IEC combines language learning with cultural immersion in a way that no classroom ever could. Our son is now planning his future career internationally — IEC changed his perspective on the world."

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"Esperienza fantastica! La mia bambina ha imparato l'inglese giocando e facendo amicizie con ragazzi di tutta Europa. Lo staff è meraviglioso e professionale. Non vediamo l'ora di tornare l'anno prossimo — è stata un'estate indimenticabile!"

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The Learning Journey

From first word to full fluency

A structured pathway that takes students from classroom beginners to confident English speakers — through immersion, practice, and community.

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English Summer Camp

2-week full immersion. Counsellors from 20+ countries come to your school.

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The English Habit

Online language school — structured English lessons with qualified teachers, year-round.

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Full Fluency

C1 / C2 level — career ready, globally confident, life-changing.

Step 01 Summer

☀️ English Summer Camp

IEC's flagship 2-week full English immersion day camp, delivered in partnership with the school. International counsellors from 20+ countries come to the students — no travel needed.

Confidence

Full Immersion 2 Weeks 20+ Countries

Step 02 Online

The English Habit

Our partner online language school, keeping momentum going year-round with structured English lessons online. Short daily lessons, live sessions with qualified English teachers, and a proven method for real, measurable progress.

Confidence

Daily Practice Live Lessons Year-round

Step 03 Goal

🌍 Full Fluency

Students emerge with the confidence, vocabulary, and cultural fluency to thrive in international classrooms, careers, and life beyond borders.

Confidence

C1 / C2 Career Ready Life-changing

CEFR Level

A1Beginner

A2Elementary

B1Intermediate

B2Upper-Int

C1Advanced

C2Mastery

Our Team

Counsellors from Every Corner of the World

Our camp counsellors are the beating heart of IEC — a truly global team of passionate educators and language leaders who bring the English experience to life every single day.

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Zara

🌍 South Africa

"Volunteering with IEC has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Watching students arrive shy and uncertain, then leave two weeks later laughing and joking in English with kids from five different countries — that transformation is extraordinary."

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Marcus

🌍 Jamaica

"IEC gave me the adventure I was looking for. I got to travel Europe, live and breathe a culture completely different to my own, and genuinely make a difference to young people's futures. The organisation and support from the team is outstanding."

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Annika

🌍 Philippines

"I came for a summer and ended up staying for three seasons. IEC isn't just a job — it's a community. The students are incredible, the locations are beautiful, and the mission is one I genuinely believe in. Language immersion done right changes lives."

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Our Footprint

6 Countries. One Mission.

From 50+ Italian partner schools to growing networks in Ireland, Spain, Greece, England and Scotland — IEC is building the next generation of global communicators, one camp at a time.

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Italy 50+

Our largest market. Over 50 partner schools, EU PON funded, making world-class English immersion accessible to thousands of Italian students every year.

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Greece

A growing network of partner schools bringing IEC's immersive programmes to Greek students — combining rich culture with real English fluency.

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Spain

Spanish partner schools join IEC to give their students a truly multicultural immersion experience alongside peers from across Europe.

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England

IEC has historically brought student groups on cultural tours across England — visiting iconic landmarks, experiencing British culture first-hand and deepening their English language journey in the country where the language was born.

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Scotland

From Edinburgh's historic closes to the stunning Scottish Highlands, IEC has taken student groups on unforgettable cultural tours of Scotland — pairing stunning scenery with immersive English language experiences.

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Ireland

Ireland's rich storytelling tradition and warm-hearted culture make it a perfect destination for IEC cultural tours. Student groups have explored Dublin, the Wild Atlantic Way and beyond — speaking English every step of the journey.

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Interested in a Cultural Tour to England, Scotland or Ireland?

We'd love to help you plan a bespoke group tour for next summer. Get in touch and our team will put together a tailor-made itinerary that combines language immersion with unforgettable cultural experiences.

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Strategic Partnerships

Built on the Best Collaborations

We've assembled a portfolio of world-class partners who share our commitment to innovative, impactful education.

The English Habit

An industry-leading online English school that provides IEC students with a free month of daily live sessions with qualified English teachers — proven to accelerate fluency and maintain the momentum of camp immersion.

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Mr Cat Books

Award-winning educational language resources from Mr Cat Books — engaging, innovative, and specially curated to support young English learners. Our students get access to these acclaimed books as part of their IEC learning journey.

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PON Ricerca — European Union

IEC programmes in Italy are associated with the EU's PON (Programma Operativo Nazionale) funding initiative — ensuring European-quality education reaches schools in every region of Italy, regardless of socioeconomic background.

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TalentlyED Ltd

Our UK-based recruitment and education partner, TalentlyED Ltd, helps us attract and place the best camp counsellors and educators from around the world — ensuring every IEC camp delivers an unmatched standard of care and teaching.

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Volunteer with Our World-Class Camp Counsellor Team

We're looking for passionate, energetic educators and language enthusiasts from around the world to join the IEC family as volunteers. If you love volunteering with young people, have a flair for languages, and want to spend your summer in Europe making a real difference — we want to hear from you.

Volunteer alongside an international team of educators from every continent
Stay with a host family & immerse yourself in the local culture
Live, teach and grow in Italy, Spain, Greece, Ireland, England or Scotland
Meals & accommodation provided, plus a volunteer stipend
Full training and ongoing professional support
Be part of a mission-driven team changing young lives
Partnered with TalentlyED Ltd for volunteer placement and compliance

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Send us your CV and a short introduction. We'll be in touch within 5 working days.

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We welcome applications from all nationalities. English language fluency required.