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Summer Boarding English Courses in UK

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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.
Related Schools & Programs. Inquire to our admissions team today:
Summer Language Camps, Scotland
Courses / Programs
• Immerse your child or teenager in a second language environment while experiencing the stunning countryside of Scotland in summer 2024.

• Join language summer immersion camps in Scotland for both UK-based and international students aged 6-17.

• Whether you are flying to Glasgow or Edinburgh airports or traveling by train, our team will be happy to arrange a pick-up for you.

Student Testimonial:
“The staff are friendly, cheerful and very organised. I loved the activities like capture the flag, crate building, the water fight and the team-building. I would recommend camp to all my friends.”
Residential, Language Learning Summer Camps in Scotland:

• Participants choose English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian

Launch Camp
• 2 or 4 day camp for young children aged 6-11
• Includes outdoor language learning, raft building, climbing and film-making

International Camp
• 11-day residential summer camp for UK & international students aged 12-17
• 1 hour from Glasgow.
• With digital media projects & outdoor adventure activities
Acorn International Summer School, Bristol
Courses / Programs
Located close to the historic and cultural city of Bristol in South-West England, Acorn International is a unique, family-run summer boarding school for children ages 5-15 years. We offer academic programmes for 2 or 4 weeks, and welcome international students from around the world as well as British children.

Acorn International Summer School provides summer boarding courses designed for Juniors (ages 5-11) and Seniors (ages 11-15). 

International students improve their English by studying a range of primary school subjects, in a fun and friendly environment. They will make lots of new friends, visit different English landmarks and cities, explore British culture and experience the British education system. British children will enjoy action-packed holiday courses.

Situated just 2 hours from London, and 1 hour from Cardiff in Wales, Bristol is the 8th most populous city in the UK, and is the largest center of culture, education and employment in the region.

At AISS, both international and British children can live, learn and play together, benefiting from an exciting Harry Potter-style boarding school adventure - making friends from all over the UK, and across the world, and being part of a truly international experience.

AISS children create memories that last a lifetime!


"I very much enjoy the summer camp at Acorn, the lessons are so interesting because of all the different ones (math, science, art, cooking and more)...I have been to Acorn two years now and I love it." 
- Raul
International Summer School for Children - ages 5-15:

- Our summer courses are held in July and August and students can attend for 2 or 4 weeks

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

- Academic English for international students combined with specialist sports tuition, fun activities and excursions

- Academic tuition for British children in subjects from the British Primary Curriculum combined with specialist sports tuition, activities & excursions

- Discounts for siblings and groups are available
Reach Cambridge - Academic Camps in UK & Online
Courses / Programs
• Reach Cambridge is a well-established residential school based in the prestigious university city of Cambridge, 50 miles north-east of London in the East Anglia region in the east of England.

• We provide residential spring and summer courses for high school / secondary school students ages 14-18 from the UK and around the globe. Students learn in the historic colleges of Cambridge University, and meet students from all over the world.

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

• Our challenging and vibrant spring and summer courses have multiple start dates for greater flexibility.

• All Reach Cambridge courses are designed to provide unique introductions to favourite academic subjects at University level.

• Taught by experts in the field through interactive lessons & workshops, they make the most of what Cambridge University has to offer.

• We combine excellent academic courses with a university preparation program, including evening lectures, workshops on life skills & mentoring from our excellent team of supervisors.

• Courses also include excursions to places of cultural interest around the UK, in the past these have included London, Oxford, Warwick, Brighton & Stratford-upon-Avon.

Review:
"The Reach Cambridge program provides a unique learning experience with small classes, great excursions and a taste of University life. It is one of the greatest summer programmes available."
- Reach Cambridge Student
2 or 4 week Summer Camps in July / August 2024
- For students ages 14-18

• Law
• ESL
• Maths
• Philosophy
• Psychology
• Engineering
• Biotechnology
• SAT Preparation
• Computer Science
• Journalism & Media
• Physics & Astronomy
• Physics & Engineering
• Life Sciences & Medicine
• Drama & Performing Arts
• Social & Political Sciences
• Politics & International Relations
• English Literature & Creative Writing
• Economics & Business Management
• STEM (science, technology, engineering & maths).

Online Pre-University Courses (more to follow shortly)
International Summer School for Teens in Oxford (Worcester College campus), London & Scotland UK
Courses / Programs
Join us for an exclusive pre-university experience in Oxford, UK in summer 2024:
For teenagers of ages 15-18 years old.

ISSFT was born from an admiration of the international school and Baccalaureate system. We are passionate about working with young people of different cultures, to spark their imagination and inspire them for the future.

ISSFT's Worcester College campus is situated in the historic city of Oxford, England, and provides 26 acres of award-winning gardens and woodland, a lake, on-site sports fields, and an historic orchard. Students can socialise and shop in the extensive range of trendy stores and buzzing cafes that make up the city centre.

The University of Oxford is one of the leading and most famous universities in the world. Oxford has educated a wide range of notable alumni, including 28 prime ministers of the United Kingdom and many heads of state and government from around the world.

Airport transfers are included to and from London Heathrow, the third largest airport in the world by international passenger traffic, and operates regular flights for most destinations globally.

Excellent location for a summer camp in the UK: 
• World's best university
• Historic central location
• Safe campus
• 24 hour supervision
• Outstanding accommodation and facilities
• 60 minutes from London's Heathrow airport.
3-week Residential Summer Programme, Oxford UK

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

Academic Courses (39 Hours)
•Intensive English Language
•English Literature with Creative Writing
•English Academic Writing (for Advanced English EFL students)
•Global Leadership (Politics, Philosophy & Economics)
•Study Skills - PRE IB, I-GCSE & SAT exam prep

Sport/Creative Courses
•Tennis
•Photography
•Sports Leadership
•Theatre / Drama / Acting
•Introduction to Coding and Big Data
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
Let Me Play Sports Camps
Courses / Programs
• Leading specialists in summer sports camps and sports tours, Let Me Play provides quality sports camps in Loughborough University, Leicestershire, in the East Midlands of England.

• Our residential and non-residential summer camps are open to boys and girls. Camps include Basketball (ages 10-21), Football, and Athletics (ages 10-18).

• We also provide optional English language lessons alongside the sports camps, as well as a stand-alone English language camp for juniors and international high school teenagers.

• As well as sports and language camps, we also offer a summer transition camp for pupils moving from primary into secondary school.

• We take sport seriously and our coaches are there to help each individual develop, enjoy and reach his/her maximum potential. Our camps are a fantastic experience for young people of all ages and all abilities.

Parent Review:
“This is just a short note to say a big BIG thank you to the whole team, for your time, effort, warm and fun approach, engagement, humour, and professionalism. My son had a wonderful time”
- Parent of Basketball Camp Participant, France
Residential / Non-Residential Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-18:
• Athletics Camp (Coaching in all track & field events)

• Football Players Camp (offers you the chance to train with professional football players)

Sports Summer Camps for ages 10-21:
• Basketball Camp (with international coaches)

Also available:
• English Language Camp for juniors and international high school teenagers
• Optional English lessons
• Summer Transition Camp (for pupils moving from primary into secondary school)