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Summer 2027 · Cambridge · Ages 14–17

Cambridge Summer School

Your first step towards university. A pre-university experience in the heart of Cambridge, where students aged 14 to 17 explore a chosen subject in depth through university-style seminars, projects and discussion.

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Punting under a bridge on the River Cam in Cambridge

1 · Dates and fees

Summer 2027 dates and fees

Dates
28 June – 9 August 2027
Length of stay
2 or 4 weeks
English level
B1+
Lessons
20 hours per week
Class size
15 students max

Academic Faculties

Ages 14–17Level B1+

Choose one: Business, Global Leadership, Medicine, Science and Technology (STEM), or Art and Design.

LengthResidentialDay
2 weeks£5,995£3,995
4 weeks£11,990£7,990

English Pathways

Ages 14–17Level B1+

Academic English for university: presentations, discussion and independent research.

LengthResidentialDay
2 weeks£4,495£3,495
4 weeks£8,990£6,990

Course dates

2 weeks
28 June – 12 July
12 July – 26 July
26 July – 9 August
4 weeks
28 June – 26 July
12 July – 9 August

Fees are per student. Optional extras are charged separately. Airport transfers are available at £150 each way.

2 · The campus

In the heart of Cambridge

Cambridge Summer School is based on a city-centre campus with purpose-built accommodation, an auditorium and seminar rooms, so students live and study within walking distance of Cambridge’s historic colleges, museums, gardens and the River Cam.

It suits students who are beginning to think seriously about university, want to explore different subjects before making study choices, and want a taste of university-style independence within a supportive structure. The programme is British Council accredited.

6
subject choices, from Medicine to Art and Design
20 hrs
of university-style lessons each week
15
students maximum per class
En-suite
single rooms in purpose-built accommodation
Students laughing together outdoors A student presenting on stage Two students filming with a professional camera

3 · The summer programme

Your first step towards university

Students explore an academic subject in greater depth through university-style seminars, projects and discussion, before university applications and subject choices become important. Industry Experiences, guest speakers, fieldwork and debate take learning beyond the classroom.

Each week builds to Time to Shine, where students develop a project and present it to the whole school. They leave with greater confidence in academic English, a clearer sense of direction, and a detailed reference letter from a tutor who has worked closely with them.

Choose your faculty (all B1+)
Faculty of Business
Faculty of Global Leadership
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Science and Technology (STEM)
Faculty of Art and Design
English Pathways
A Medicine student practising a clinical skill A Business student presenting a stocks and shares challenge A Science student examining a sample with a magnifying glass Students in an engineering workshop

Timetable: a typical week

A sample week for residential students. Activities and excursions are examples and may change.

TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
07:30–09:00London excursion
Iconic landmarks and museums, cultural attractions, famous shops and London’s unforgettable energy		Wake-up · 08:00 breakfast · 08:45 morning assemblyLie-in and brunch
(07:30–10:30)		Wake-up · 08:00 breakfast · 08:45 morning assembly
09:00–10:30Academic programmeIndustry ExperienceGuest lectureAcademic programmeAcademic programme
10:30–10:45BreakCambridge excursion
Time to explore Cambridge’s shops and cafés, then a relaxed afternoon of bowling or the cinema		Break
10:45–12:15Academic programmeIndustry ExperienceTime to Shine
Developing ideas and the presentation		Academic programmeTime to Shine Ceremony
Presenting projects to the school
12:15–13:45LunchLunchLunch, then packing and getting ready (13:45–16:30)
13:45–16:30Fieldwork
Exploring real-world links to their studies		Industry ExperienceDebate ClubTime to Shine preparation
16:30–18:00Free time and tutorialsGraduation event
16:30–22:00
18:00–19:15Dinner · 19:00 evening assembly
19:15–21:30Campus evening
Photography Challenge		Societies evening
Badminton, watercolour painting, music video making, trivia night, football		Campus evening
Secret Cinema		Societies evening
Basketball, nature walk, creative writing, karaoke, debate		Campus evening
Trashion Show
21:30–22:00Return to accommodation
22:30All students to rooms

Evenings and optional extras

Campus life continues after lessons. Societies Evenings let students explore their interests, while Campus Evenings bring the whole community together.

DebateDramaMusicPhotographyArts and craftsFilm FestivalSecret CinemaMurder Mystery NightQuiz nightTaskmasterTrashion ShowFootballSports tournamentPuntingGraduation Party
Private Oxbridge Applications Consultation
A one-to-one session with an admissions specialist on course choice, application strategy, admissions tests or interviews.
Rowing Academy
A coached rowing session on the River Cam. No previous experience needed.
Debate Club
Extra sessions for students who want to sharpen their argument and public speaking.

Optional extras carry an additional fee. Ask us about availability.

Excursions

Weekly excursions explore Cambridge and London.

Punts on the River Cam in Cambridge
Cambridge
The historic streets, colleges, museums, green spaces and gardens of one of the world’s great university cities.
Big Ben and a red London bus
London
Iconic landmarks, museums, cultural attractions and time to explore the city.

Accommodation and care

Boarding
Single en-suite rooms in purpose-built accommodation on a city-centre campus. Boys and girls live separately.
Welfare and safety
Pastoral staff are available around the clock, led by a dedicated Welfare Manager with trained first aiders on site. All staff are DBS-checked and safeguarding-trained.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the modern dining hall.
Facilities
Auditorium, seminar rooms, student common room and Wi-Fi.

Included in every course

20 hours of lessons per week
Industry Experiences, guest speakers and fieldwork
Weekly London and Cambridge excursions
Full evening programme and graduation event
En-suite accommodation and meals (residential)
Detailed tutor reference letter
4 · Booking

Book your place for summer 2027

Places are limited, and the earlier you book, the more choice you have. A £1,000 deposit secures a place. Complete the booking form, or send us an enquiry and we’ll help you choose the right faculty and dates. You can also email info@summerschool-uk.com.

New to booking? Read the course booking procedure.