Below are the term dates, other important dates and key information for our Bible Schools. For further information including application deadlines and fee payments please visit our FAQs page.
Where to start
Jump to the section that’s most useful for you right now:
- Just accepted your place? Start with the Before you arrive checklist below.
- Planning travel? See term dates and the London coach
- Coming from overseas? Check the visa, background check, and insurance sections.
- Parents or supporters? The term dates overview and London coach sections have what you need.
Before you arrive: your checklist
All students have to complete the following before their first day.
Every student:
- Pay your deposit within 30 days of your Acceptance Letter
- Arrange travel to arrive on Arrival Day (not before – accommodation is not available earlier)
- Obtain a police check, DBS certificate, or Confirmation of Good Conduct and email a copy to admissions@capernwray.org
- Take out travel and medical insurance and email proof to admissions@capernwray.org
- Pay your balance of fees by the due date (see date below)
Overseas students (additional steps):
- Check whether you need a UK visa here
- Review the Standard Visitor eligibility requirements on the Visas page
- Pack your Acceptance Letter in your hand luggage for border control
- Book your seat on the London Coach if needed admissions@capernwray.org
- Arrange travel insurance with medical cover
Term dates at a glance
Use this overview when comparing courses or planning ahead:
| Year | Course | Start Date | End Date | No. of Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | Winter School Term 1 | Monday 22 September 2025 | Wednesday 17 December 2025 | 12.5 |
| Winter School Term 2 | Wednesday 7 January 2026 | Friday 13 March 2026 | 9.5 | |
| Spring School | Wednesday 15 April 2026 | Wednesday 24 June 2026 | 10 | |
| 2026-2027 | Winter School Term 1 | Monday 21 September 2026 | Friday 18 December 2026 | 13 |
| Winter School Term 1 | Wednesday 6 January 2027 | Wednesday 10 March 2027 | 10 | |
| Spring School | Monday 12 April 2027 | Friday 18 June 2027 | 10 | |
| 2027-2028 | Winter School Term 1 | Monday 20 September 2027 | Friday 17 December 2027 | 13 |
| Winter School Term 2 | Monday 10 January 2028 | Friday 10 March 2028 | 9 | |
| Spring School | Monday 10 April 2028 | Friday 16 June 2028 | 10 | |
Detailed dates with key deadlines
Dates marked TBD will be confirmed closer to the time.
Winter School 2025-2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 25th August 2025 | Balance of fees due |
| Monday 22nd September 2025 | Arrival Day (2pm onwards) |
| Thursday 30 October – Sunday 2 November 2025 | Travel Weekend (1pm Thurs – 10.45pm Sun) |
| Tuesday 16th December 2025 | London Coach Departure (see notes below) |
| Wednesday 17th December 2025 | Departure Day (End of Winter School Term 1) |
| Wednesday 7th January 2026 | Arrival Day (Beginning of Winter School Term 2) |
| Thursday 12th March 2026 | London Coach Departure (see notes below) |
| Friday 13th March 2026 | Departure Day (End of Winter School) |
Spring School 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 31st March 2026 | Balance of fees due |
| Wednesday 15th April 2026 | Arrival Day (2pm onwards) |
| Friday 29 May – Monday 1 June 2026 | Travel Weekend |
| Tuesday 23rd June 2026 | London Coach Departure (see notes below) |
| Wednesday 24th June 2026 | Departure Day (End of Spring School) |
Winter School 2026-2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 21st August 2026 | Balance of fees due |
| Monday 21st September 2026 | Arrival Day (2pm onwards) |
| TBD | Travel Weekend (1pm Thurs – 10.45pm Sun) |
| TBD | London Coach Departure (see notes below) |
| Friday 18th December 2026 | Departure Day (End of Winter School Term 1) |
| Wednesday 6th January 2027 | Arrival Day (Beginning of Winter School Term 2) |
| TBD | London Coach Departure (see notes below) |
| Wednesday 10th March 2026 | Departure Day (End of Winter School) |
Spring School 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 12th March 2027 | Balance of fees due |
| Monday 12th April 2027 | Arrival Day (2pm onwards) |
| TBD | Travel Weekend (1pm Thurs – 10.45pm Sun) |
| TBD | London Coach Departure (see notes below) |
| Friday 18th June 2027 | Departure Day (End of Spring School) |
Arrival & Departure: key rules
- Please do not arrive before your Arrival Day. Accommodation is not available before this date.
- Departure: You may leave any time after 8.30pm on the evening before Departure Day. If you need to leave earlier, please ensure you have a written agreement from the Admissions Officer or another member of the Bible School team.
- Staying on: If you’d like to stay at Capernwray after Departure Day, please email admissions@capernwray.org. Requests are considered subject to availability.
London Charter Coach
Capernwray arranges a charter coach between London and Capernwray at the start and end of each term, and over the Christmas break. It’s a convenient, affordable option – typically costing around £40-60 depending on demand, and payable on arrival at Capernwray.
| Arrival Coach | Departure Coach |
| Departs: Victoria Coach Station, London SW1W 9TP (What 3 Words cook/twist/rope) When: 12.00 noon on each Arrival Day Look for a Travellers Choice coach and people in Capernwray clothing. The coach may not pull into the bay until 12.30 | Departs: Capernwray, around 10pm the evening before Departure Day Arrives: Heathrow, approx. 5-6 hours; Victoria approx. 6-7 hours. Manchester Airport sometimes included. Email admissions@capernwray.org in good time to reserve your seat |
See our information about how to get from the London Airports to London Victoria Coach Station.
Visa Information (Overseas students)
Check whether you need a UK visa here. Full guidance, including Standard Visitor eligibility requirements, is on our Visas and Immigration page.
- Entering as a Visitor: you may only study for up to 6 months at a time on a Standard Visitor visa. Please check you meet the eligibility criteria before travelling.
- At the border: Carry your Acceptance Letter in your hand luggage for each term – Winter School letter for Winter School travel, Spring School letter for Spring School travel.
Background check / police check
You will be involved in outreach and other events and activities throughout your time at Capernwray, so we ask you to obtain either a police check, confirmation of good conduct or DBS certificate, which will confirm there is no reason why you should not be working with children and young people under the age of 18 years. Once you have received this document, we need you to e-mail us a copy. (If you need a specific letter requesting this please email admissions@capernwray.org)
How to obtain your check:
- Most countries: Contact your local police or town hall. If you need a letter requesting the check, please email admissions@capernwray.org.
- USA & Canada: You can use Safe Hiring Solutions – a fee will apply. Canadian applicants: select ‘NON US Volunteer’ on the form.
- UK citizens: An enhanced DBS check is accepted, or obtain a Basic DBS check here.
Travel & Medical insurance
Travel and medical insurance is a requirement for all students, as set out in paragraph 6.5 of the Bible School Terms and Conditions. UK citizens eligible for NHS treatment do not need to obtain medical insurance.
Please email proof of insurance to admissions@capernwray.org before you arrive.
We are unable to make any recommendations for Insurance Providers, but here is a short list of some that have been used by past students that you might like to consider:
- IMG iTravelInsured Travel insurance
- Cigna Global Health Options
- AIG TravelGuard
- Travelex Insurance
- Kaiser Permanente
- World Trips (through Insuremytrip.com)
- Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection
