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Bucksmore Education:
Bucksmore Education provides a wide range of summer camps and activity programs for 7-19 year old non-native English-speaking international students from all over the world, as well as American students. Our academic summer courses take place at schools and university campuses throughout the south of England, in cities including Oxford and Cambridge. We focus mainly on classic and advanced English language courses for non-native speakers, but we also offer advanced academic options in Cambridge University for native or bilingual speakers of English (students from the US, Canada, the UK, and more).

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Summer Camp Programmes for International Students Ages 7-19:
In addition to classic English language summer camps for kids and teens, we also provide activity camps, leadership courses, and academic tour camps featuring the best of British education. 

Photo of Academic / English Summer School in UKCambridge Advanced Studies Program
High-Level Tutorial Programme for US & Advanced-Level Students, Ages 16-19
Cambridge Advanced Studies Program (CASP) is a small-group, tutorial based course for high-level international students and American students in Cambridge. CASP is a great Cambridge summer school for older students looking for a challenging vacation programme. Experience an academic and activity programme similar to Cambridge University undergraduates.

Bucky Adventure
Activity / Sports camp, Ages 13-17
Bucky Adventure is the perfect adventure summer school for anyone looking for extra excitement and adventure with their English course! As well as a full English Language programme shared with Bucksmore Summer at Plumpton, Bucky Adventure students also enjoy: horse riding, sailing, mountain biking, wall climbing, kayaking, raft building and the very popular Survival Night where students learn how to survive a night camping in the English countryside.

Bucksmore Young Leaders Course
Intensive Leadership course, Ages 14-17
This is a course designed for ambitious, highly motivated students who are looking for something more than the ‘standard’ English summer school. This course is an investment in the students’ future and also provides them with the opportunity to network with similar-minded young people from all over the world.

Bucksmore Cambridge / Oxford
Intensive city centre-based programme, Ages 14-17
Bucksmore Cambridge / Oxford are classic summer school programmes designed for older teenagers who want more freedom and also want to study in the inspiring surroundings of a Cambridge or Oxford  University college. These summer school courses combine an intensive English Language course with sporting, cultural and fun activities designed for 14-17 year olds. Students socialise with other juniors from many different countries in the unique surroundings of the historic cities of Cambridge and Oxford.

Bucksmore Arts Choice
Visual & performing arts camp, Ages 14-17
Bucksmore Choice is a bespoke English summer school for older teenagers, combining English Language tuition with Visual and Performing Arts. Afternoon Electives are chosen in advance by students and are taught by experts. The Elective sessions will all build towards a weekly Grand Bucksmore Exhibition where students will display their work. Students can choose one of the following five options per week:

- Dance
- Theatre & Drama
- Film Production
- Photography
- Art

Bucksmore Summer
Classic summer camp, Ages 11-16
Bucksmore Summer is our classic English summer camp for junior students aged 11-16, which has been perfected over 33 years. Students live, study and play in an English speaking, multinational environment. The programme includes structured English lessons, varied activities and fantastic excursions.

Bucky Kids Camp
For young students, Ages 7-10
Bucky Kids is our specialised junior English summer camp for younger students aged between 7-10 who might be on their first trip to England. Our themed 1 or 2 week programmes are exciting, fascinating and full of opportunities to practise English in ways that make kids forget that they are using it.

Bucksmore Three Capitals
Academic tour of England, Scotland & Wales
Bucksmore Three Capitals is our unique academic tour of the UK  covering the best sights that Great Britain has to offer. Students visit the capital cities of England (London), Scotland (Edinburgh) and Wales (Cardiff) as well as the historic city of York, the picturesque Lake District and the mysterious Stonehenge. Three Capitals is either a perfect introduction to Great Britain or a great add-on to another Bucksmore programme.

UK University Preparation Course
Short introduction to UK universities for 16-18 year olds
World University Preparation is a 2 week summer course designed to give international students the best possible chance of gaining a place at a leading UK university. The course provides a detailed introduction to UK universities and the British application system. Students receive small group tuition on important subjects including the UCAS application system; succeeding in entrance interviews; and writing personal statements.

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Address: Magdalene College, Magdalene Street, Cambridge, Cambridge, England CB3 0AG, UK / GB
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2022-01-23 were from:

Los Angeles, USA; Cambridge; Milano, Italy; and more.
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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
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
Let Me Play Sports Camps
Courses / Programs
• Let Me Play are leading specialists in hosting sports camps and sports tours. We provide residential summer sports camps in Loughborough University, Leicestershire in the East Midlands of England.

• We offer Soccer Football, Basketball, Athletics & English Language Camps. 

• Each year, we provide summer camps for UK-based and international students (ages 10-18) that include accommodation & meals. We also offer non-residential camps for local students.

• Our Soccer, Basketball, Athletics & English Language Camps are a great way to meet new friends, build self-confidence, develop skills, and learn new ones from industry professionals.

• Coming from overseas? We offer English lessons alongside all of our camps, as well as a dedicated English Camp! Just ask and we can create a custom English program just for you so you can learn a new language as well as a new sport!

• Best of all, we offer competitive prices too. Group discounts are available. Sightseeing tours are also available with each camp as an extra.

• Our sports camps are situated just 160km / 100 miles north of London, and within comfortable reach from London, Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton.

Student Review / Testimonial:
“Every single day was action packed with sport and sessions challenged our technical ability but were always great fun. The experience was worth every moment.”
- Football Camp Participant, UK
Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-18
For pupils from primary school to secondary school.

• Athletics Camp: Coaching in all track & field events.

• Soccer / Football Players Camp: Strategically designed to educate players on what it takes to be a professional footballer.

• Basketball Camp with international coaches.

Language Camps & Academic 
• English Language Camp (run alongside sports camps)

Optional English lessons are available alongside all our sports camps!
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).
Reach Cambridge - Academic Camps in UK & Online
Courses / Programs
• Give your teenager an unforgettable experience at the world-famous Cambridge University! Our summer 2024 camps in Cambridge are still scheduled to take place as normal!

• Located approximately 50 miles north-east of London in the East Anglia region in the east of England, Reach Cambridge offers residential spring and summer courses for high school / secondary school students aged 14-18 from the UK and around the world.

• Our summer programs are 2 or 4 weeks long and take place in July & August.

• With highly trained supervisor staff & teaching staff from the University, we guarantee a program run by professionals who care about your child's safety, education & enjoyment whilst on the immersive cultural experience Reach Cambridge provides.

• As well as an unrivaled academic environment, students experience British culture in the stimulating and distinguished surroundings of the University City of Cambridge.

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

• Our fun, academic programs help to prepare students for university and Reach Cambridge students are encouraged to fully immerse themselves in college life.

• Reach Cambridge combines classes, lectures and workshops – often led by top academics from leading institutions including Cambridge, Oxford and London universities.

• Each course is specially designed to complement high school studies, whilst also offering a glimpse of University-style learning.
Spring Camp in March - April

2 or 4 week Summer Camps in July / August

• Biotechnology
• Computer Science
• Economics & Business Management
• Engineering
• English Language (ESOL) & Leadership
• English Literature & Creative Writing
• Journalism & Media
• Law
• Life Sciences & Medicine
• Maths
• Physics & Astronomy
• Politics & International Relations
• Psychology
• SAT Preparation
• STEM (science, technology, engineering & maths)

Online Pre-University Courses (more to follow shortly)
UK Film School - Residential Summer Filmmaking Course
Courses / Programs
UK Film School provides a residential, 5-day summer filmmaking course for students aged 12-15 and 16-19 years at Garden House in the historic market town of Stamford, Lincolnshire is a fantastic location conveniently situated in the heart of England and only 1 hour by train from London's King's Cross Station (Our summer base has plenty of interesting locations for filmmaking).

Over the course of a week, students have the opportunity to make a film from start to finish using broadcast quality equipment and under the guidance of film and TV professionals.

Students will experience all aspects of filmmaking - including script development, casting, location scouting, cinematography, sound recording, and more.

Our 1-week Filmmaking summer program includes all activities, boarding and meals.
5-Day. Residential Summer Filmmaking Course:
- For students aged 12-15 and 16-19 years old.

Students will experience all aspects of filmmaking including:

- Script Development
- Casting
- Location Scouting
- Cinematography
- Sound Recording

This course fulfills the criteria for a residential for the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award.