Teen Summer School in Scotland, UK

The International Summer School Of Scotland:
The International Summer School of Scotland offers students the unique opportunity to combine learning, creative enrichment and action-packed adventure in the historic and breathtaking royal burgh of St Andrews. Our all-inclusive three week program running in July and August, has been specially designed to provide 13 to 18 year old students who want to get ahead this summer with high-quality education, exciting enhancements and a complete cultural experience.

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St Andrews is a town packed with history, tradition, culture and of course golden beaches. This idyllic seaside location provides not only a unique and breathtaking backdrop but a stimulating, exciting and above all safe environment for students to spend their summers. Discover the experience of a lifetime!.

English Language - Over a three-week period students will receive daily instruction from experienced TEFL qualified teachers who ensure that all core skills (speaking, reading, writing, and listening) are practised.

International Baccalaureate – ISSOS offers both a Pre IB Program and an Extended Essay Program.
The Pre-IB Program is for those about to enter the Diploma Years and is designed to prepare students by equipping them with the skills needed to take on the IB Diploma. The Extended Essay Program is designed to offer all students currently working towards their IB diploma Extended Essay a combination of study skills seminars, supervised individual research and study periods and personal attention from highly-qualified teachers and mentors.

Youth Leadership - Rather than focusing on any specific school curriculum this program will offer hands-on learning, leadership and interpersonal skills which will enable all students whatever their background, experience or ability level to get ahead. We want to help students to find ways to express themselves, pursue goals, solve problems, resolve conflicts and bring about positive change.

Debating - This three- week elective course, designed to meet the needs of all debaters, will combine interactive workshops with professional coaching and a variety of informal and formal debating opportunities to create an exhilarating and stimulating experience second to none.

Creative Writing - Designed for students of all levels and interests who have a desire to explore their potential and challenge themselves creatively. Students will have the opportunity to see their work in print in the Summer School magazine.

Choice of Electives - Golf, Theatre, Tennis, Art and Film:

Golf -  Students who choose our golf elective will be offered the unrivalled opportunity to play and learn the game of golf under PGA qualified instructors on some of the most famous and beautiful golf courses in the world.

Theatre - This course has been especially designed by theatrical professionals to enthuse all students with a keen interest in the performing arts regardless of previous experience.

Tennis - Students taking this elective will be working with professional coaches to achieve personal goals and a love of the game. All players have the opportunity to play full-length games and learn the rules and etiquette of the game.

Art - Providing group teaching in an array of styles to ensure that every student finds an area in which to shine. Whether students already have a passion for a particular artistic technique or are beginners hoping to awaken their creativity, this program offers something for everyone. 

Film - Over three weeks our film elective will give students a practical introduction to all aspects of film craft through a combination of interactive seminars, technical training and hands-on experience behind the camera.

In addition to our exceptional academic programs and exciting afternoon electives each of our students will also benefit from a broad ranging and all-inclusive activities program. With an exhilarating selection of outdoor activities, day trips and evening entertainment as well as the exclusive ISSOS Highland Games, the St Andrews Experience guarantees the summer of a life-time not to be missed.