Best Summer Schools 2023

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Oxford Summer Courses

Oxford Summer Courses was established in 2010 by two Oxford University alumni, Harry Hortyn and Robert Phipps. Offering a diverse range of over 40 subjects tailored for ages 9 to 24, their summer courses are hosted at prestigious university colleges and boarding schools in iconic cities including Oxford, Cambridge, London, and more. In 2023 alone, over 2,380 students experienced Oxford Summer Courses.

Founded:

2010

Fees from:

£5395

Typical duration:

2 weeks

Dates:

June - August

Students Per Class:

4

Age Range:

9-24

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Reach Cambridge

School BIO: Reach Cambridge, has been running summer schools and study programs in the historic city of Cambridge for 20 years. Their staff includes academic experts from prestigious universities including Cambridge, Oxford and institutions in London. Their team of supervisors includes many Cambridge students who have extensive knowledge of the city and the University. Reach Cambridge offers a wide range of residential teaching programs covering many different subject areas. Their academic courses include group activities, lectures and trips to historic and cultural sites.

Founded:

2005

Fees from:

£4845

Duration:

2, 4 or 6 weeks

Dates:

July - August

Students Per Class:

Unknown

Age Range:

14 - 18

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Oxford Scholastica Academy

Founded in 2013 by former Oxford students, Oxford Scholastica offers academic courses designed to give students an insight into Oxford undergraduate life.

Founded:

2013

Fees from:

£4795

Typical duration:

2 weeks

Dates:

July - August

Students Per Class:

15

Age Range:

12 - 18

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The Top Summer Schools of 2023

If you want to improve your English language, what better way than to spend a summer interacting and living with students in a summer school, learning from experienced teachers and developing your fluency in an immersive environment

English language summer schools take many forms, whether it's brushing up on your spoken English or preparing for the IELTS Exam we have a range of options for you.

Typical courses

  • English + Internship Internship
  • Cambridge Exam Preparation
  • IELTS Exam Preparation
  • Intensive General English
  • Combined course
  • Multi-distance course
  • Individual training
  • Business English

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Oxford Summer Courses

Oxford Summer Courses was established in 2010 by two Oxford University alumni, Harry Hortyn and Robert Phipps. Offering a diverse range of over 40 subjects tailored for ages 9 to 24, their summer courses are hosted at prestigious university colleges and boarding schools in iconic cities including Oxford, Cambridge, London, and more. In 2023 alone, over 2,380 students experienced Oxford Summer Courses.

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Founded
2010
Fees
£5395
Age Range
9-24
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LMH Summer Programmes

A pioneering and historic college of the University of Oxford with its own intellectually challenging summer school.

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Founded
1878
Fees
£3725
Age Range
18+
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Oxford Scholastica Academy

Founded in 2013 by former Oxford students, Oxford Scholastica offers academic courses designed to give students an insight into Oxford undergraduate life.

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Founded
2013
Fees
£4795
Age Range
12 - 18
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4

Harvard Summer School

Harvard Summer School is an academically rigorous experience for learners of all ages.

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Founded
1871
Fees
From $5300
Age Range
16 - 18
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5

Stanford

Stanford Summer Session provides high-achieving and ambitious students a transformative educational experience at a world-class university.

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Founded
1885
Fees
$1,280
Age Range
16 - 19
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Reach Cambridge

School BIO: Reach Cambridge, has been running summer schools and study programs in the historic city of Cambridge for 20 years. Their staff includes academic experts from prestigious universities including Cambridge, Oxford and institutions in London. Their team of supervisors includes many Cambridge students who have extensive knowledge of the city and the University. Reach Cambridge offers a wide range of residential teaching programs covering many different subject areas. Their academic courses include group activities, lectures and trips to historic and cultural sites.

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Founded
2005
Fees
£4845
Age Range
14 - 18
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Embassy Summer

Week-long English summer programmes on the campus of Oxford Brookes University, delivered by an experienced EFL provider

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Founded
1991
Fees
£900/ week
Age Range
12 - 19
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Immerse Education

Established in 2012, Immerse Education is dedicated to offering exceptional educational experiences to students aged 13-18. With a global reach, they take pride in their diverse community, welcoming students from over 125 nationalities. Their commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the delivery of more than 2,500 programs, guided by tutors from world-leading universities. Immerse Education provides enriching programs hosted in prestigious colleges, including those at Oxford and Cambridge University, University College London, and the University of Sydney.

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Founded
2012
Fees
£5595
Age Range
8-25
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9

The Oxford Institute

A specialist Oxford summer school provider that offers a taste of Oxford University life, based in St Anne's College.

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Founded
2013
Fees
£3699
Age Range
12-25+
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10

Summer Boarding Courses

Summer Boarding Courses (SBC), is a diverse community of young learners from 152 nationalities embarking on an academic adventure at some of the UK's most prestigious institutions, including Eton College, the University of Oxford, and Cambridge College. With a track record of supporting over 15,800 students, SBC stands out as the first multi-campus summer school to achieve a perfect score of 15 out of 15 Areas of Strength in the British Council Inspection.

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Founded
2009
Fees
£3300-4950 / 2 weeks
Age Range
13-17
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Oxford Royale Academy

One of our top-rated summer school in Oxford that is offering a premium academic and cultural summer experience suited for you.

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Founded
2004
Fees
£5595
Age Range
8-25
0
12

Bucksmore Education

A well-established summer school offering an authentic taste of student life in Oxford and Cambridge.

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Founded
1979
Fees
£1560 / week
Age Range
10-18
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13

King's College London

King's College London, a globally acclaimed institution, is dedicated to providing outstanding education and conducting cutting-edge research. Boasting a diverse student body of over 33,000 individuals hailing from more than 190 countries, the university stands at the forefront of academic excellence. With an annual research income of £273 million, King's College London is recognized as the 6th in the UK for research 'power' according to the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.

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Founded
1957
Fees
£2475
Age Range
16-17
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14

Issos

ISSOS provides a unique summer program for 13 to 18-year-olds worldwide at prestigious universities of St Andrews, Cambridge, and Yale. ISSOS offers a well-rounded, supervised curriculum where students choose academic and elective classes. With over 80 nationalities represented, ISSOS fosters an international family environment, promoting friendships across borders. Places are limited to 10% for one nationality.

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Founded
2005
Fees
£6900
Age Range
13-18

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