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An average of only one in five of all Oxbridge applicants is accepted each year.  By completing our academic programme, students will be prepared in the best possible way to succeed.

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Our two-week university preparation programme is offered throughout the year in both Oxford and Cambridge. The core syllabus is the same in all locations, the courses do vary in subject choices, location, accommodation and dates. 

Contact us today to find out more information about our programmes and how they can help you achieve Oxbridge admissions success. Subjects taught include:

- Biological Sciences
- Computer Sciences
- Business & Management
- English Law
- English Literature
- History and International Relations
- Maths & Engineering
- Medicine
- Philosophy
- Physical Sciences
- Politics & Economics
- Psychology
- History
- International Relations

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Reach Cambridge - Academic Camps in UK & Online
Courses / Programs
• Reach Cambridge is a well-established residential school based in the prestigious university city of Cambridge, 50 miles north-east of London in the East Anglia region in the east of England.

• We provide residential spring and summer courses for high school / secondary school students ages 14-18 from the UK and around the globe. Students learn in the historic colleges of Cambridge University, and meet students from all over the world.

• Students stay in one of Cambridge University’s colleges or in our central Cambridge headquarters, ‘Reach Hall’.

• Our challenging and vibrant spring and summer courses have multiple start dates for greater flexibility.

• All Reach Cambridge courses are designed to provide unique introductions to favourite academic subjects at University level.

• Taught by experts in the field through interactive lessons & workshops, they make the most of what Cambridge University has to offer.

• We combine excellent academic courses with a university preparation program, including evening lectures, workshops on life skills & mentoring from our excellent team of supervisors.

• Courses also include excursions to places of cultural interest around the UK, in the past these have included London, Oxford, Warwick, Brighton & Stratford-upon-Avon.

Review:
"The Reach Cambridge program provides a unique learning experience with small classes, great excursions and a taste of University life. It is one of the greatest summer programmes available."
- Reach Cambridge Student
2 or 4 week Summer Camps in July / August 2024
- For students ages 14-18

• Law
• ESL
• Maths
• Philosophy
• Psychology
• Engineering
• Biotechnology
• SAT Preparation
• Computer Science
• Journalism & Media
• Physics & Astronomy
• Physics & Engineering
• Life Sciences & Medicine
• Drama & Performing Arts
• Social & Political Sciences
• Politics & International Relations
• English Literature & Creative Writing
• Economics & Business Management
• STEM (science, technology, engineering & maths).

Online Pre-University Courses (more to follow shortly)
Soccer Camps International - Soccer + English Camps
Courses / Programs
• Your talented son, daughter or loved one can experience a prestigious UK soccer football camp with additional English language lessons in London, Manchester, Liverpool or Brighton in summer 2024!

• Soccer Camps International is a top facilitator of UK summer soccer camps in association with Manchester City FC, Liverpool FC, Chelsea FC, Arsenal FC, and Brighton FC. Our program participants stay on campus at top boarding schools and university accommodation.

• These intensive camps allow young players from around the world to develop their football skills and improve their understanding of the English language at the same time.

• Our football camps are run by highly-experienced & certified coaches with many years of experience teaching young soccer players the best soccer drills.

Parent Review:
"My son enjoyed himself very much, managed to have excellent relationships with his coaches notwithstanding very limited language skill, and most important of all thanks to his experience, he decided to continue playing soccer."
- Mother of Enrico, Italy
Manchester City Football Language School:
• 1 or 2-week Soccer + English Program for boys ages 9-17 and girls ages 12-17

Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools:
• 2-week soccer camps for boys ages 9-17 with Optional English classes

Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools:
• 1 or 2-week soccer camps for boys ages 9-17 with Optional English classes

Brighton FC Soccer Schools:
• Weekly summer soccer camp for boys ages 8-17 with Optional English classes
ISSOS, Summer School 2026 at St Andrews & Cambridge Universities
Courses / Programs
• ISSOS offers summer school programs for international students aged between 13 - 18 years of age in July and August in St. Andrews University.

• St Andrews is situated on the beautiful east coast of Scotland, approximately 50 miles (80km) north-east of Edinburgh and 80 miles (130 km) north-east of Glasgow. We also run a summer school in Cambridge, England.

• ISSOS offers teenagers a balanced summer experience of academia, fun and culture, where students can learn within an encouraging environment while having fun and making new friends from around the world. Our 3-week summer school programs are all-inclusive.

• We limit the number of students from one nationality to 10% in order to guarantee a truly international experience. International students come from all over the world, representing over 60 nationalities, creating a multicultural atmosphere.

• Students study one academic subject and one elective subject. In addition, we provide a full program of activities, trips, cultural enrichment and the ISSOS Highland Games.

• Students will be picked up by a uniformed member of staff at the selected international airports and accompanied to St Andrews.

Student Review:
"There is one word that describes ISSOS, amazing! ISSOS is an exceptional school and the staff work perfectly together. The social activities are great, a brilliant way of getting to know students from other classes and electives."
- Axel, Finland
Residential summer school programs 2026 for international students aged between 13-18 years combining learning, creative enrichment & adventure:

Academic Summer School programs:
• English Language programs (from beginner to advanced levels)
• Study Skills to prepare for final years of high school and entrance to university / college
• Business Studies & Entrepreneurship
• IB Extended Essay
• Debate
• Youth Leadership
• Creative Writing

Elective programs:
• Art
• Film
• Golf
• Tennis
• Theatre

Activities include:
• Day Trips
• Outdoor Activities
• Evening Entertainment
• Highland Games
Let Me Play Sports Camps
Courses / Programs
• Leading specialists in summer sports camps and sports tours, Let Me Play provides quality sports camps in Loughborough University, Leicestershire, in the East Midlands of England.

• Our residential and non-residential summer camps are open to boys and girls. Camps include Basketball (ages 10-21), Football, and Athletics (ages 10-18).

• We also provide optional English language lessons alongside the sports camps, as well as a stand-alone English language camp for juniors and international high school teenagers.

• As well as sports and language camps, we also offer a summer transition camp for pupils moving from primary into secondary school.

• We take sport seriously and our coaches are there to help each individual develop, enjoy and reach his/her maximum potential. Our camps are a fantastic experience for young people of all ages and all abilities.

Parent Review:
“This is just a short note to say a big BIG thank you to the whole team, for your time, effort, warm and fun approach, engagement, humour, and professionalism. My son had a wonderful time”
- Parent of Basketball Camp Participant, France
Residential / Non-Residential Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-18:
• Athletics Camp (Coaching in all track & field events)

• Football Players Camp (offers you the chance to train with professional football players)

Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-21:
• Basketball Camp (with international coaches)

Also available:
• English Language Camp for juniors and international high school teenagers
• Optional English lessons
• Summer Transition Camp (for pupils moving from primary into secondary school)
International Summer Camp UK - Camp Cooper
Courses / Programs
• The International Summer Camp UK delivers Camp Cooper, a residential summer camp designed for boys and girls ages 7-17 from the UK and around the world.

• Based in the picturesque village of Crieff, just an hour's drive from Glasgow and Edinburgh, Camp Cooper offers exciting activities, high quality English language tuition and the opportunity to meet new friends. You can choose to stay for 2, 4 or 6 weeks, and transportation is provided from the airport to Camp.

• Our 2018 parents rated Camp Cooper 9.5 out of 10 and 100% of them would recommend us to a friend!

• We ensure that your time at Camp Cooper is an adventure where every day is BURSTING with new and exciting things to do! Campers plan their perfect summer experience with a wide choice of electives, including English language lessons for non-native English speakers.

• Our classes provide maximum opportunities to improve English language confidence. We make learning English fun, through games, journalism, debate, creative writing, planning events, theatre, and creating a camp newspaper.

• During their time at Camp Cooper, we actively encourage campers to develop independence, teamwork and leadership. We focus on forming friendships, inspiring creativity, encouraging learning and having fun.

• Our unique combination of high quality electives, exciting outdoor activities, day trips and evening programmes is exclusive to Camp Cooper, and ensures campers have an exceptional summer experience.
2, 4 & 6-week summer camp for boys & girls ages 7-17:

Elective Activities:
Choose 2 electives per week

• English Lessons - 10 hours per week available
• Football
• Tennis
• Golf
• Other Sports (Rugby, Baseball, Ultimate Frisbee, Swimming..)
• Mountain Biking
• Outdoor Adventure
• Film-Making
• Rockstar (Guitar, Drums, Piano, Singing)
• Art
• Performing Arts
• Creative Superstar (Ice-cream / Smoothie Making, Baking, T-shirt Design, Comic Book Creation, Theatre & Costume Design, Mural Creation)
• Journalism
• Dance (Street, Hip Hop..)
Arts University Bournemouth - Summer Courses
Courses / Programs
• Are you a UK secondary school student or international high school student, or college student with an interest in creative arts and design?

• If so, earn a Certificate this summer from the UK’s leading arts university!

• Access world-class facilities and a highly-acclaimed teaching staff, and create a valuable network of new friends and expert tutors. Benefit from an educational and cultural summer experience to remember with AUB.

• Situated less than 2 hours south of London by train, the University provides a range of 2 and 3-week specialist summer courses to British and international students ages 13+.

• Our comprehensive summer programs include Animation, Adobe Packages, Digital Photography, Drawing, Illustration, Mixed Media, Print Making, Graphic Design, Fashion, and more.

• When you join one of our summer courses, you will have access to the university's state-of-the-art facilities, modern equipment and one of the largest art and design libraries in the south of England.

• All Summer Course students receive an official AUB Certificate of Attendance upon successful completion. University accommodation is available if required.

Student Review:
“Brilliant course, fast-paced with an amazing amount of information and skills shared, which has resulted in a marked improvement in my techniques and understanding of garment construction.”  - Vicky, USA
2 Week Creative Arts Summer School:
All-inclusive residential course for students of ages 13-16 years old

Sessions / topics include:
• Drawing, Illustration, Graphic Design, Fashion, Digital Photography, Animation, Mixed Media, Animation...

Specialist 2-3 Week Summer Courses:
In June / July / August

For UK & international students of ages 15+ and 18+ years

• Graphic Design and Visual Communication
• British Architecture and 3D Design
• Animation
• Drawing and Illustration
• Fashion and Textiles
• Studio Photography
• Filmmaking
• Creative Makeup
• Portfolio Preparation for the Arts