Oxford, UK
International Summer School for Teens - Oxford
Run by ISSFT · Established 2014
- Ages
- 13 to 18
- Stay
- Residential
- Duration
- 13 nights
- When
- Jul 2027
Summary
ISSFT's Summer School at the University of Oxford offers high school students a comprehensive, world-class academic and cultural experience in Oxford, England.
At ISSFT Oxford, students combine morning academic classes with afternoon sporting and creative electives. Small, engaging classes in subjects such as English, Global Leadership and Study Skills build knowledge and confidence.
Afternoons offer expert instruction in Golf, Tennis, Photography, Sports Leadership and more, helping students develop new interests and skills. Beyond their studies, teenagers enjoy supervised social events, cultural excursions and visits to destinations including London.
From exploring Oxford’s historic colleges to making friends from around the world, students experience a summer that balances academic growth, personal discovery and lasting memories.
Camp highlights
- Study at Worcester College, in the heart of Oxford.
- Choose one morning academic subject and one afternoon elective, from options including English, Global Leadership, Medicine, Golf, Tennis and Theatre.
- Live in a guaranteed single en-suite bedroom, with meals included and 24-hour pastoral support. www.issft.com
- Make international friendships in an English-speaking environment, with a maximum of 10% of students from any one nationality. www.issft.com
- Enjoy a full social programme, with evening activities and excursions, including a visit to London.
Dates and prices
The camp confirms availability when you enquire.
What the price covers
Included in your stay
- Tuition
- Course materials
- Progress report
- Certificate of completion
- Accommodation
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Activities programme
- Excursions
- Airport transfers
- Travel insurance
- Visa support letter
- Pastoral care
Not included
- Laundry
Full inclusion details
- Dual study: a morning academic subject and an afternoon elective
- Expert teaching and coaching in small groups
- A guaranteed single en-suite bedroom
- All meals and 24/7 supervision and pastoral care
- Evening activities, social events and weekend excursions, including London
- Scheduled Heathrow airport transfers
- Medical and travel insurance
- An end-of-session report and completion certificate
Programme and activities
What you’ll do
- Creative writing
- Debating
- Drama
- Excursions
- Football
- Golf
- Photography
- Science
- Tennis
At ISSFT Oxford, every student chooses one academic subject to study each weekday morning. Three hours of focused teaching give them time to explore a subject in depth, ask questions and put new ideas into practice.
The 2027 Oxford choices include Advanced English with Study Skills, Intensive English Language, Global Leadership, Computer Coding and AI, and Medicine. Through discussion, projects and practical challenges, students develop knowledge alongside skills such as communication, critical thinking and problem solving.
Their academic study is complemented by a chosen afternoon elective, and they finish the session with a report on their progress and a completion certificate.
Academics
Students can choose subjects such as Academic English, Study Skills, Global Leadership, Global Entrepreneurship and Introduction to Medicine. English options support different learning goals, from developing fluency to strengthening academic writing.
At the end of the session, students receive a report on their progress and a completion certificate. The key message for parents is that students gain focused academic learning while still having time to explore a sport or creative interest each afternoon.
A typical day
A typical day at ISSFT St Andrews begins with breakfast before students head to their chosen academic class for three hours of focused learning. After lunch, they spend the afternoon developing a sport or creative interest in their elective. The day continues with dinner and a supervised programme of games, social events and activities, giving students time to relax and make friends. Weekends bring excursions and new opportunities to explore Scotland together.
Who the camp is for
Accommodation and meals
ISSFT students stay at Worcester College in central Oxford. Every student is guaranteed a single en-suite bedroom with a private shower and toilet, plus space to study and unwind. Bedrooms include linen and towels, with regular cleaning, Wi-Fi and laundry facilities available.
ISSFT Residential areas are organised by age and gender, with communal spaces for students to spend time together. ISSFT staff provide 24-hour pastoral support, alongside campus security, so students have both personal space and a supportive community around them.
Supervision and safety
Location and travel
Imperial College London
Camp pickup
Independent travel
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More about ISSFT
Choose ISSFT for a summer that combines academic excellence with discovery, friendship and independence. Teenagers choose a morning academic subject and an afternoon elective, guided by expert teachers and coaches.
At our Oxford and St Andrews campuses, students enjoy guaranteed single en-suite accommodation, 24-hour pastoral care and a full programme of activities and excursions. With students from around the world and a 10% limit per nationality, English immersion and international friendships are part of everyday life.
