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Academic Summer Courses in Oxford, UK

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Oxford International Study Centre, Oxford:
Oxford International Study Centre is a renowned institute of higher education in the centre of Oxford, just one hour north of London. Each Summer during we hold Junior Programmes for UK and international students ages 16+ with a choice of four study options and many memorable excursions and leisure activities. Each programme consists of a weekly schedule of a minimum of twenty to thirty lessons of tuition with specialist teachers, projects and cultural visits every weekday afternoon, and a full-day weekend excursion. Homestay accommodation is normally with Oxford families, although students over sixteen may choose to reside in the University.

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Acaemic Summer Programmes for Students Ages 16+:
All programmes consist of a weekly schedule of:
- A minimum of twenty to thirty lessons of tuition with specialist teachers, depending on the chosen course
- Projects and cultural visits every weekday afternoon (optional but recommended)
- A full day weekend excursion (optional but recommended)
- The opportunity to have lunch in a College of the University of Oxford

Language, Culture and Communication:
Photo of Academic Summer Courses in Oxford, UKThis programme is for those learning English. It is a combination of classroom teaching and activities which make learning the language fun. Participants are grouped according to age and level. The activities for younger people include producing a scrapbook about the city, finding out about where Harry Potter was filmed and Alice in Wonderland was written, or following a treasure trail to find out about the history and culture of the city. 

For adults activities include taking part in a play with professional actors, making presentations, or visiting companies. If they wish, students can be entered for the Trinity or IELTS examination (advance notification is required). Current Affairs Discussion Groups .

Academic Preparation for School & University Students
This programme is intended to combine a period of academic enhancement with the opportunity to experience the culture and history of one or both of Britain's most fascinating cities. Students choose two subjects , which can be changed after a minimum period of two weeks. English as a Second Language can be included as one subject choice. Over twenty subjects are offered, at a variety of levels. Participants can also join the Current Affairs Discussion Groups. We can help students prepare for the following examinations:

- A Level and (I)GCSE
- International Baccalaureate
- Oxford and Cambridge Entrance
- American examinations(AP; SAT; TOEFL)
- IELTS, and Cambridge examinations
- Pre-University programmes
- Pre-Boarding School programmes

Cultural and Business Programmes:
Image of Academic Summer Courses in Oxford, UKThese programmes are intended for those who are fluent in English. They include seminars, projects and visits to places connected with the chosen subjects. For example, if you are studying Business in London, you might visit one of the financial institutions in the City. If you are studying Art History in Oxford you would visit the Ashmolean Gallery and Museum, which is the oldest in Europe. Participants can also join the Current Affairs Discussion Groups

Participants choose two subjects , which can be changed after a minimum period of two weeks. The subjects need not be from the same subject group.

- Arts and Humanities: Literature, History, Art History, Languages.
- Social Sciences: International Relations, Politics, Law, Media Studies
- Business and Economics: Finance, General Business Studies, Marketing, Economics

Tailor-made Programmes for Groups or Individuals:
We are often asked to design a programme for the specific requirements of a school or university group, a company, or an individual. These have included programmes for Teachers, Lawyers, Health Care Professionals and Company staff. Both Oxford and London offer an enormous range of expertise.

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International Summer School for Teens in Imperial College London & Worcester College campus in Oxford, England
Courses / Programs
• The International Summer School for Teens (ISSFT) offers an exciting and educational 3-week residential summer school programme in 2024 in London, England for both British & international students of ages 15 to 18 years old.

• ISSFT offers high school students from around the world the chance to study in the UK during July & August, and to have fun together in a supportive, safe & nurturing environment.

ISSFT's Oxford campus also offers a unique 3-week Residential Summer Programme.

• Our main objective is to provide a world education, see our students grow in confidence and ultimately make good life decisions. Our learning outcomes provide new opportunities for our students, including the chance to appreciate different perspectives.

• We provide a challenging and exciting range of educational classes & electives. We want to prepare the students for their future and to give them essential skills and life tools to flourish.

Students choose 1 Academic course + 1 Elective course, and are encouraged to enjoy social, teamwork and confidence building activities in afternoons & evenings.

Fun sports & leisure activities may include Soccer Football, Cricket, Basketball, Badminton, Table tennis, Volleyball, Softball, Dodgeball, Swimming, Horse riding, Fencing, Hiking, Raft-building, Kayaking, Trampolining, Art, Mindfulness, Cookery, Yoga, Martial arts, Trips / Excursions (London).

“My son radiates with pleasure when he thinks back about his fantastic experience of last summer at  the International Summer School for Teens... A big thank you to all of you!”
-Saskia
3-week Residential Summer Programme in London UK:

• For Boys & Girls ages 15-18 years old (British & international students)
• Students choose 1 Academic course + 1 Elective course.
• Social, teamwork and confidence building activities in afternoons & evenings.

Academic Courses (39 Hours):
• Intensive English Language
• English Literature with Creative Writing
• Global Leadership
• Study Skills - PRE IB including I-GCSE and S.A.T. exam prep

ELECTIVES: Sport / Creative Courses (39 Hours):
• Photography
• Sport & Fitness
• Theatre / Drama / Acting
• Introduction to Coding and Big Data
Acorn International Summer School, Bristol
Courses / Programs
Acorn International Summer School provides unique academic summer camps for both international and British students in Tockington, just 10 miles north of Bristol in the South-West of England.

Based on the campus of an authentic British boarding school, we provide exclusive programmes for children ages 5-15. We are one of the few summer schools in the UK tailored entirely for the junior camp market, and offer academic programmes for 2 or 4 weeks.

Our school is situated in the countryside, on a beautiful self-contained campus which is safe and secure.

Acorn International is owned and run by a real family. We all have our own children, and when you arrive at Acorn International you will be greeted by three generations of our family!

Acorn International had a very successful inspection in 2014, and is now fully accredited by the British Accreditation Council.
International Summer School for UK & International Children - ages 5-15:

- Summer courses for Juniors (ages 5-11) and Seniors (ages 11-15) 

- Held in July and August

- Students can attend for 2 or 4 weeks

- Academic English for international students

- Academic tuition for British children in subjects from the British Primary Curriculum

- Courses are combined with specialist sports tuition, activities & excursions
ISSOS, Summer School 2026 at St Andrews & Cambridge Universities
Courses / Programs
In 2026, ISSOS will again offer stimulating, all-inclusive 3-week summer courses for UK and international students aged 13-18 years old:

St Andrews, Scotland Session 1:  Sun 28 June- Sun 19 July 2026
St Andrews, Scotland Session 2:  Wed 22 July- Wed 12 Aug 2026
Cambridge, England:  Wed 8 July - Wed 29 July 2026.

The programs will be held in July and August in St. Andrews in Scotland and Cambridge in England - university towns that provide a stunning, unique and safe location.

• Both UK summer schools operate from the world-famous universities and take full advantage of their fantastic facilities.

• Our residential summer schools aim to offer a balanced experience of academics, fun and culture.

• ISSOS are proud to provide high quality academic programs which attract students from all over the world, representing over 80 nationalities.
Summer 2026 - Residential Programmes:

Academic Program options - St. Andrews:
• English Language
• Study Skills
• IB Extended Essay
• Debate Program
• Youth Leadership
• Creative Writing

with 1 Elective: Film, Art, Theatre, Golf, or Tennis.

Academic Program options - Cambridge:
• English Language
• Study Skills
• Debating
• Journalism
• Business Studies & Entrepreneurship

with 1 Elective: Photography, Outdoor Leadership, Theatre, or Tennis.
Summer Language Camps, Scotland
Courses / Programs
• Located in the stunning countryside of Scotland, a range of residential language camps in summer and during the academic school year for primary & secondary school students from the UK, Europe and around the world (aged 6-17).

• We offer fun, meaningful language immersion programmes in English, French, Spanish, Italian and German, run by qualified language teachers and native speakers.

• Through small, project-based immersion morning classes, campers learn without a classroom atmosphere.

• Afternoons are full of adventure outdoor activities and sport - from climbing and fencing to capture the flag and Highland Games.

• Our International Camp brings together native speakers from across the world so that they make friends and learn from each other.

• Campers share their native languages and make friends with native speakers of the language they are studying. Our staff provide an authentic multilingual and multicultural flare to our camps.
Residential Language Learning Summer Camps in Scotland:

Learn English, French, Spanish, Italian or German.

INTERNATIONAL CAMP
• South Ayrshire
• For UK & international students aged 12-17
• 11 day all-inclusive summer language camps 1 hour south of Glasgow
• Afternoon sport & cultural activities

CAMP
• Glasgow area
• For children aged 6-11
• 2 day or 4 day all-inclusive camp

Academic School Year language immersion residential camps for primary & secondary students.
UK Rugby Camps - Summer
Courses / Programs
This listing placement is available to a UK school or club offering rugby summer camps for British (or international) students. 
Summer Rugby Camps for Boys & Girls:

- Residential rugby camps 

- English & Rugby camps 

- Rugby masterclasses
Language and Music For Life, Summer Music Camps in UK 2026 - all levels & backgrounds
Courses / Programs
• Founded in 1997, Language and Music for Life (LMFL) offers a unique, tailored 2-week intensive summer music and language courses for British & international students in North Yorkshire, England.

• LMFL provides quality one-to-one training in a wide range of instruments & voice tuition to enthusiastic musicians of all levels & ages (children aged 5+, teenagers & adults). In addition, we offer English and foreign language classes in private lessons or small groups.

• Designed primarily for highly motivated musicians with a willingness to learn; enabling them to derive maximum benefit from high quality tuition, the course is open to musicians preparing for national, international exams or competitions, skilled amateurs and "tourist musicians".

Our Summer Course 2026 will be hosted by Giggleswick School, a co-educational day and boarding school in a beautiful part of North Yorkshire, England. It is accessible from all parts of the UK through excellent road, rail and air links (Approximately 380km from London, 57 km from Leeds, and 100km from Manchester. The closest international airport is Manchester International Airport, just 70 miles away, with direct flights from major cities in UK, USA & Europe).

• During the course, students can take world-recognized Trinity College London exams.

• Trinity College London provides exams & qualifications in over 60 countries, and LMFL provides our students with the opportunity to take Trinity College music qualifications.
Summer Music Camp UK
2 weeks in July 2026

• Musical Tuition & Masterclasses:
Individual tuition in Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Electric Bass, Guitar (Classical & Jazz), Harp, Bassoon, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet & Drums (Jazz & Pop). Orchestra conducting; Composition; Choir; Chamber music; Jazz ensemble.

• Singing / Vocals: Classical Vocals - technique & interpretation of classical songs & arias, Jazz Vocals (individual classes). Opera workshop, Songwriting.

• Languages: English, French, Spanish, Italian & German. IELTS test preparation option (1 -1 or in group tuition).