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Summer Boarding Courses Limited:
Summer Boarding Courses, in conjunction with leading British boarding schools, operates high quality, accredited UK summer school courses for international students in ideal locations in Bournemouth, Berkshire, Cambridge and Oxford in the South of England. Our summer boarding courses for children and teenagers provide a truly international experience in fantastic locations, with unique English language and activity programmes that ensure the students return home after an unforgettable summer. As with UK boarding students during the academic year, international students attending a summer boarding course will enjoy a huge variety of experiences inside and outside the classroom, all shared with other students from around the world.

About Us:

Summer Boarding Courses uniquely combines the experience and tradition of our partner boarding schools, often gained over centuries of educating and developing children, with over 20 years of summer school management from the Directors of Summer Boarding Courses. Learning doesn’t stop when lessons finish – activities, excursions and socialising during meals and free time allows students to practice their English while interacting with friends. 

Boarding is a traditional British experience that brings out the best in children and gives them independence, along with the skills to allow them to embrace life’s challenges with confidence. Students will be challenged and stimulated in a fun environment.

Accreditation:
Summer Boarding Courses is accredited by the British Council - In 2018 SBC became the first and only multi-campus summer school to be awarded 15 out of 15 Areas of Strength in a British Council inspection.

English Language Summer Schools:

We provide English Language Summer Schools in fantastic locations in Bournemouth and Oxford in the South of England:

- SBC Oxford Summer School  (8-12 years):  Oxford
- SBC Canford Summer School (11-15): Bournemouth
- SBC Headington Summer School  (13-16 years):  Oxford
- SBC at Eton College Summer Academy (13-16 years): Berkshire
- SBC at Wellington College Summer Academy (13-16 years): Berkshire
- The Oxford College Summer School (15-17 years): Oxford
- The Cambridge College Summer School (15-17 years): Cambridge

Activities, excursions and socialising during meals and free time allows students to practice their English.  Activities include sport, dance, drama, art, a talent show, horse riding, adventure sports. Two excursions every week are included in the course (to destinations including Oxford and London).

Parent Testimonials:

"Our daughter came back not only with excellent English skills but also with many new experiences. She has made new friends and they all want to go back next year. Absolutely perfect organisation and a wonderful team!" 
- Isabel (Parent), Germany.

"My son had an unforgettable experience at the school. Not only did he improve his English, but also had a great time enjoying new friends from all over the world. I fully recommend other parents to let their children join this camp." 
- Erik (Parent), Spain.

"Our daughter enjoyed a wonderful time, expanded her English, grew as a person and wants to go back next year."
- Steffen (Parent), Denmark.

Email: Contact Us
Address: Unit E, Home Farm, The Avenue, Esholt, West Yorkshire, BD17 7RH, UK / GB
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2022-06-12 were from:

Ciudad real, Spain; Kopavogur, Iceland; Liverpool; and more.
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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

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• 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)
Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools, Nike Soccer Camps with Chelsea FC Foundation & Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools
Courses / Programs
• Soccer Camps International is a UK soccer schools specialist provider. We offer access to some of the most prestigious summer football camps in the London area, including Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools and Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools.

• Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools offers 2-week soccer camps in London for boys ages 9-17 which can be combined with optional quality English language classes.

• Chelsea camps are held at Chelsea FC's training ground in Cobham (1 hour south-west of London), with accommodation in Roehampton University, just 7 miles south-west of Central London.

• Nike Soccer Camps with Chelsea FC Foundation offers weekly football camps in London for boys 9-17 & girls 12-17 which can be combined with optional quality English language classes.

• Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools provides residential football camps for boys ages 9-17 at 4 convenient locations in London and Southern England.

Participant Testimonial:
"I made some good friends at the camp. The Chelsea camp improved my speed, focus and decision making. This helped me to progress in my confidence level as a person on and off the pitch."
- Jervay, Bermuda, 13
Residential Summer Soccer Camps for Boys & Girls:

Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools:
• 1 or 2-week summer soccer camps for boys ages 9-17. English language lessons optional

Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools:
• Weekly summer soccer camps for boys ages 9-17 (with optional English classes)

Nike Soccer Camps with Chelsea FC Foundation
• Camps for boys 9-17 & girls 12-17

We also work in association with:

• Manchester City Football Language School
• Manchester City Football Performance Program
• Liverpool FC International Academy
• Brighton FC Soccer Schools and Language Camp
The Ingenium Academy International Summer School for Music
Courses / Programs
• The Ingenium Academy summer music courses for high school students & young adults aged 13 to 21: Choose from 6 exceptional week-long programmes and experience online one-to-one lessons with top musicians.

• Located just one hour south-west of London, The Ingenium Academy provides annual residential summer music courses for young musicians from all over the world.

• Our 1, 2 and 3-week programmes in summer 2024 will again take place in the beautiful and historic city of Winchester, and aim to provide a specialised musical education of the highest calibre combined with an immersive cultural experience for talented teenage instrumentalists and singers.

• Seven exceptional musical programmes are offered at our international summer music camp: Orchestral, Piano, Saxophone, Vocal, Composition, Chamber Music, and Conducting programmes.

• The heart of The Ingenium Academy lies within our distinguished faculty, which comprises some of the UK's finest teachers and musicians with extremely high standards of musicianship and expertise.

• Within our environment of creative excellence, you will experience exclusive tuition from world-renowned musicians, performances in top British venues and the opportunity to meet like-minded friends from all over the world.

Student Review:
"The Ingenium Academy was amazing, unforgettable and incredible - the happiest three weeks of my life!"
-  Anna, Cello Student, UK
Online Summer School 2022:
Piano, Saxophone, Composition, Conducting, Vocal, Orchestral.

International Summer Music Camp 2022:
1 week, 2 week or 3 week residential programmes


• Piano: Improve all aspects of piano playing

• Saxophone: Improve all aspects of playing and gain ensemble experience

• Conducting: Gain hands-on experience & tuition in conducting

• Orchestral: Form orchestral & chamber ensembles

• Chamber Music: For musicians with a passion for small ensemble playing

• Composition: For those with a passion for writing new music

• Vocal: Sing with the Ingenium Youth Choir
International Summer School for Teens in Scotland, London & Oxford UK
Courses / Programs
Summer Camps 2024: UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING, IMPERIAL COLLEGE LONDON, OXFORD UNIVERSITY Campus.

• International Summer School for Teens offers an exclusive 3 week, residential summer programs in Scotland and London & Oxford UK in 2024.

• We specialise in providing a personalised, safe & friendly educational experience for students aged 12 to 18 years old. We welcome participants of all levels from the UK, Europe, U.S., and around the world.

• Our camp in Scotland for 13 to 18 year olds is located on the University of Stirling campus (just 40 mins from Edinburgh Airport & 45 mins from Glasgow International Airport), and our summer camp in London, England for 15-18 year olds is located on the Imperial College campus, South Kensington

• Students select one academic-based morning study option (Pre-Intermediate English, Intermediate English / IELTS, English Academic Writing, Business Leadership and Innovation, Introduction to Law, Environmental Studies & Conservation, or PRE IB / PRE GSCE Study Skills), and one sporting / creative afternoon course (Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Theatre, Photography, or Coding).

Parent Testimonials:
"Our son really enjoyed the golf, leadership, and adventure activities. Thank you to all the staff for being so easy to work with and for providing such a lovely experience!”
• Anita, USA

“My son radiates with pleasure when he thinks back about his fantastic experience of last summer at  the International Summer School for Teens. The whole setting was more than he had expected and experienced before. A big thank you!”
• Saskia, Belgium
3-week Residential Summer School Programs in Scotland:

• Boys & Girls ages 13-18
• Students choose 1 Academic course + 1 'Sporting / Creative' Elective.

Academic Course Options
• English Language Courses (for Beginners/ Intermediate / IELTS exam prep)
• English Academic Writing (for Advanced English EFL students)
• Study Skills (PRE IB / GSCE & PRE-SAT exams)
• Business Leadership and Innovation
• Environmental Sustainability
• Sports Science

Sport/Creative Courses
• Golf
• Tennis
• Soccer Football
• Sports Leadership
• Theatre / Drama
• Photography
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
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.

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