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Ages 13 to 17Suffolk, UK
1 week
1 Aug to 8 Aug 2027
Residential
For young people who love films… …whether it’s creating them or acting in them, YFA’s all-inclusive Residential Filmmaking and Screen Acting Summer Camp is a dream come true: a chance to eat, sleep and breathe movies!
from £1,880
Places available
+2 other dates
Ages 13 to 17Reading (between London and…
2 weeks
13 Jul to 27 Jul 2027
Residential
Our purpose is to create opportunities for young people from all over the world to learn new things, to have new experiences and to make new friends and everlasting memories.
£3,115
Places available
+2 other dates
Ages 12-17Upper Dicker, UK
2 to 4 weeks
4 to 31 July 2027. Arrive Sunday and…
Bede's Pro Music is a dynamic summer programme for 12-17 year olds offering intensive, practical tuition in core areas like performance, production, and musical theory, alongside dedicated English language classes, with opportunities to explore diverse musical genres.
£1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks.
Places available
Ages 3 - 18Blandford Forum, Dorset
1 week
22 Aug to 29 Aug 2027
Residential
A joyful, music-filled week for young Suzuki musicians and their families, combining top-quality teaching, vibrant performances, and summer fun in the beautiful surroundings of Bryanston School.
£904
Places available
Ages 11 to 17Hertford, Hertfordshire
13 days
11 Jul to 24 Jul 2027
Residential
Master English Language through immersive learning, choosing your own topics and projects in a secure, beautiful school
from £4,550
Places available
+2 other dates
Ages 11 to 17Framlingham, Suffolk
2 or 4 weeks
4 to 31 July 2027.
Master English Language at the famous Framlingham College
£2,260 for two weeks or £4,407 for four weeks, plus £80 registration. Optional excursion upgrades extra.
Places available
Ages 11-15Thatcham, Berkshire
2 weeks
10 to 24 July 2027.
Master English or dive into STEM this summer in a dynamic learning environment, where young minds from around the globe engage in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics or tackle global challenges through innovative thinking and leadership.
£4,900 for two weeks with boarding.
Places available
Ages 10-13, 14-16Bath, Gloucestershire
2 to 4 weeks
4 July to 1 August 2027.
Build and apply English-language skills in a prestigious British boarding school environment; Dive into the future with our Artificial Intelligence and Future Technologies course; Empower your leadership potential through innovative challenges and adventure
From £1,650 per week, minimum two weeks. Transfers, academies and masterclasses may cost extra.
Places available
Ages 10-12; 13-15; 16-17Godalming, Surrey, UK
2 weeks
5 to 18 July; 19 July to 1 August; 2 to…
A transformative summer of academic exploration and creative discovery
£4,800 for two weeks (13 nights). Optional professional diploma: £395. Airport transfers extra.
Places available
Ages 11 to 17Wycombe Abbey School, High…
2 weeks
7 Jul to 21 Jul 2027
Residential
An immersive international programme combining exceptional English language tuition with a broad range of exciting electives and premium excursions, hosted at the prestigious Wycombe Abbey School.
from £4,400
Places available
+6 other dates
Ages 12 to 16Eton College
2 weeks
5 Jul to 19 Jul 2027
Residential
SBC's Eton College program offers diverse academic subjects in a prestigious environment for ages 12-16.
from £3,495
Places available
+3 other dates
Ages 10 to 18Marlborough College
1 to 4 weeks (IELTS and Iconic Britain: 2 weeks)
Summer 2027. Weekly starts from 11 July…
From £1,795 per week for English Discovery, English Explorer and IELTS Preparation. Iconic Britain: £4,395 for two weeks. Fees and course availability vary.
Places available
Ages 12 to 17South England
1 week
27 Jun to 4 Jul 2027
Residential
Set in the heart of the New Forest, our residential adventure camp for ages 12–17 combines watersports, climbing, woodland challenges, glamping and exciting UK excursions
£1,149
Places available
+6 other dates
Ages 14-17Upper Dicker, UK
2 to 4 weeks
4 to 31 July 2027. Arrive Sunday and…
Bede's Zoology and Animal Management is a practical two-week programme for 14-17 year olds focusing on animal behaviour, conservation, and health, enriched by expert talks and educational visits to wildlife centres and zoos.
£1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks.
Places available
Ages 10 to 12Marlborough College
1 to 4 weeks; Young Game Creators: 2 weeks
Summer 2027. Weekly starts from 11 July…
From £2,295 per week. Academic Discovery: 1 to 4 weeks. Young Game Creators: £4,995 for two weeks. Fees and course availability vary.
Places available
Ages 12-17Upper Dicker, UK
2 to 4 weeks
4 to 31 July 2027. Arrive Sunday and…
Bede's Pro Tennis is an intensive two-week programme for 12-17 year olds designed for intermediate to advanced players, combining 12 hours of expert tennis coaching with 14 hours of English tuition per week to elevate their game and tactical mindset.
£1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks.
Places available
Ages 12 to 17Bede’s Dicker campus, East Sussex
2 to 4 weeks
4 to 31 July 2027. Arrive Sunday and…
Bear Grylls Adventure Camps offer a hands-on outdoor experience where young participants learn real survival skills such as shelter-building, fire-making, navigation, and basic first aid. The programme focuses on teamwork and confidence-building through group challenges, missions, and rescue activities. With a safe, supervised residential setting, it provides an exciting blend of adventure, personal growth, and fun.
£1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks.
Places available
Ages 5 to 11Eastbourne, UK
2 to 6 weeks
4 July to 14 August 2027. Arrive Sunday…
Little Explorers at Bede's Summer School is a fun and engaging programme for children aged 6–11 that combines English lessons with creative activities, sports, social events, and excursions to support learning and personal growth.
£1,775 per week residential; £1,125 per week day. Recommended minimum two weeks.
Places available
Ages 11-16Sevenoaks, Kent
2 - 4 weeks
2027 dates pending
Our summer programmes offer bright, ambitious students aged from 11-16 a taste of Sevenoaks through inspiring academic, music and English courses.
2027 prices pending
Ages 13-17Surrey, UK
2 weeks
2027 dates pending
Join us for a vibrant two-week residential drama summer school in Surrey, England, for young people passionate about acting and theatre-making.
2027 prices pending
Ages 8-17Essex countryside
2-4 Weeks
2027 dates pending
Engage in high quality academic study and a rich programme of cultural activities, within a stimulating and supportive environment.
2027 prices pending
Ages 12-17Portsmouth, UK
4
2027 dates pending
Learn English, make memories and meet new friends from around the globe.
2027 prices pending
Ages 8-12Godalming, Surrey
2 weeks
2027 dates pending
An opportunity for young people to experience a UK boarding school environment, along with promoting learning in a fun, exciting and interactive way inside and outside the classroom.
2027 prices pending
Ages 13-17Wiltshire
2 weeks on average (1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 wks accepted)
2027 dates pending
Perfect for campers who want to create, concentrate, and develop their artistic skills.
2027 prices pending
Provider, subjects, length and fees for every camp in this guide, side by side.
| Course | Provider | Subjects | Destination | Duration | Fees | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer School at Leighton Park with Experio Summer | Experio Summer | Arts, English Language, Sports | South England | 2 weeks | £3,115 per session | View |
| Residential Drama Summer School for ages 13-17 | Guildhall School of Music and Drama | Dance & Drama | South England | 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Wycombe Abbey Summer School with UKLC | UKLC | English Language | South England | 2, 3 or 4 weeks | £4,400 (residential, 2027-07-07 to 2027-07-21); £6,600 (residential, 2027-07-07 to 2027-07-28); £8,800 (residential, 2027-07-07 to 2027-08-04); £4,400 (residential, 2027-07-21 to 2027-08-04); £6,600 (residential, 2027-07-21 to 2027-08-11); £8,800 (residential, 2027-07-21 to 2027-08-18); £4,400 (residential, 2027-08-04 to 2027-08-18) | View |
| Felsted International Summer School | Felsted School | English Language, University Preparation, Study Skills, Arts, Leadership, Sports | South England | 2-4 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Junior Summer School Portsmouth | New College Group | English Language | South England | 4 | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Charterhouse Young Learners Summer Course | Charterhouse | Study Skills, University Preparation | South England | 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Art, Craft & Design Summer Residential Camp with XUK | XUK Camps | Arts, Design | South England | 2 weeks on average (1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 wks accepted) | 2027 prices pending | View |
| IMPACT Programmes at Tonbridge School | Tonbridge School | University Preparation, Business, Leadership, Careers, Study Skills | South England | 2 weeks or 4 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Easter Programme by Bede's Summer School (12-17) | Bedes Summer School | English Language, Sports, Tennis, Equestrian, Study Skills | South England | 1-3 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Nike Sports Camps | Euro Sports Camps | Sports, Football, Tennis, Golf, Dance & Drama, English Language | South England | 1 or 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Summer of Nature Recovery UK - 8 weeks or 2 weeks | Ambios | Climate & Sustainability, Careers, Science | South England | 2-8 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Performers College International Summer School | Performers College | Arts, Dance & Drama, Music, Careers, English Language | South England | 10 days | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Nike Tennis and English Language at Radley School | Radley | Tennis, English Language, Sports, Leadership, Study Skills | South England | 1 - 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| International Music Summer School at Bryanston | Bryanston | Music, Arts | South England | 1 week | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Instrumental tuition at the iconic Yehudi Menuhin School | Yehudi Menuhin School | Music, Leadership, Study Skills, Careers, Arts | South England | 1 week | 2027 prices pending | View |
| EYSM for an absorbing and vibrant summer school for Orchestral Instrumentalists, Singers, Accompanists and Composition students | EYSM | Music, Leadership, Arts, Careers, Humanities | South England | one week | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Wells Cathedral School's Music Summer Schools | Wells Cathedral School | Music, English Language, History, Sports | South England | 7 courses over 3 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Haileybury International Summer School | Haileybury International Summer School | Business, English Language, Humanities | South England | 2-4 weeks | From £4,550 per session. Fees vary by duration and day or residential option. | View |
| English Language Courses with ILC at Framlingham College | ILC | English Language, Study Skills, University Preparation, Careers, Humanities | South England | 2 or 4 weeks | £2,260 for two weeks or £4,407 for four weeks, plus £80 registration. Optional excursion upgrades extra. | View |
| Dance Musical Theatre and Acting at Tring Park | Tring Park | Dance & Drama, Music, Arts, Careers, Leadership | South England | Sunday to Thursday | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Leadership AI Tech and English at Westonbirt School | Westonbirt School | English Language, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership, Robotics, Tech and Coding | South England | 2 to 4 weeks | From £1,650 per week, minimum two weeks. Transfers, academies and masterclasses may cost extra. | View |
| English, STEM and Sustainability with Downe House School | Downe House Summer School | English Language, STEM, Climate & Sustainability, Leadership, Study Skills | South England | 2 weeks | £4,900 for two weeks with boarding. | View |
| English, Music and The Summer Programme at Sevenoaks School | Sevenoaks School | English Language, Leadership, Music, Study Skills, Careers | South England | 2-4 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| English Language Learning for International Students at Reddam House | Reddam House School | English Language, Arts, Sports, Study Skills | South England | Five-Day non-residential Residential 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Intensive English Language Learning at Bryanston School | Bryanston School | English Language, Equestrian, Exam Prep | South England | 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| English Language Learning with Inlingua at Cheltenham Ladies College | Inlingua | English Language, Sports, Dance & Drama, History, Study Skills | South England | 1 to 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Heathfield Multi Activity Camp for English girls - day and boarding | Heathfield School | Arts, Sports, Dance & Drama, Photography | South England | 1 to 4 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Charterhouse Summer School in English, STEM and Leadership | Charterhouse Summer School | English Language, STEM, Leadership, Business, Computer Science | South England | 2 weeks | £4,800 for two weeks (13 nights). Optional professional diploma: £395. Airport transfers extra. | View |
| Kids Summer School - MK Cookery School | MK Cookery School | Culinary Arts | South England | Monday to Thursday 11am to 3pm | 2027 prices pending | View |
| 2-week Summer Courses at Arts University Bournemouth | Arts University Bournemouth | Arts, Design, Film Making, English Language, University Preparation | South England | 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Academic Foundation Courses at Eton | Summer Boarding Courses | Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Psychology, Politics, Business | South England | 2 weeks | £5,995 residential or £3,495 day for two weeks. | View |
| High Wycombe Day Camps with Barracudas | Barracudas Activity | Arts, Dance & Drama, Sports, History, Leadership | South England | 1 week | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Performance Sports at Oundle School Summer Residential Camp | Activate Camps | Sports, Leadership, Study Skills | South England | 3 days + | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Multi activity Summer Camps for Kids in Bath, with Supercamps! | Supercamps | Sports, Arts, Dance & Drama, Leadership, Design | South England | 2027 prices pending | View | |
| Multi-activity camps for 5-17 year olds at Eton College, with Kings Camps | King's Camps | Sports, Leadership, English Language, History | South England | 3 days + | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Children's Activity Courses for Ages 6-8, at Marlborough College | Marlborough College Summer School | Arts, Sports, Music, English Language, Study Skills | South England | 2027 prices pending | View | |
| Senior Football Academy at Taunton School | Taunton School | Football, Sports | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Strategic English Summer Lessons with OISE | OISE | English Language, Exam Prep, Study Skills, University Preparation, Careers | South England | 1-4 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Equestival: Elite Riding Summer Course for Adults | Wellington Riding | Equestrian, Careers, Sports | South England | 5 Days | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Stonar Residential Riding Camp for Ages 9-16 | Stonar | Equestrian, Sports | South England | 5 Days + | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Water Activities Summer Camp on the Isle of Wight, with UKSA | UKSA | Sports | South England | 1 week | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Residential Summer Camp for Aspiring Athletes | Young Athlete | Sports, Leadership | South England | 5 Days | 2027 prices pending | View |
| University of the Creative arts International Summer School | UCA | Arts, Design, Fashion, Film Making, Business | South England | 2 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| CAP Summer School (UK) "Creative Futures" | ISCA | Arts, Design, Fashion, English Language, University Preparation | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| English Language Summer School at Marlborough College for Ages 10 to 18 | Academy Royale International | English Language | South England | 1 to 4 weeks (IELTS and Iconic Britain: 2 weeks) | From £1,795 per week for English Discovery, English Explorer and IELTS Preparation. Iconic Britain: £4,395 for two weeks. Fees and course availability vary. | View |
| Residential Filmmaking and Screen Acting Summer Camp (Young Film Academy) | Young Film Academy | Arts, Dance & Drama, Film Making | South England | 1 or 2 Weeks | £1,880 to 3,620 per session | View |
| New Forest Adventure Camp | Educamps Adventures | English Language | South England | View | ||
| English Language Summer at Queenswood School with UKLC | UKLC | English Language, Leadership, Tennis, University Preparation | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| English Summer School with XUK | XUK Camps | English Language | South England | 2 weeks on average (1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 wks accepted) | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Pro Music by Bede's Summer School (12-17) | Bedes Summer School | Music, Arts, English Language | South England | 2 to 4 weeks | £1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks. | View |
| Sevenoaks School Summer Programmes | Sevenoaks School | English Language, Music, Study Skills, Leadership, Arts, Exam Prep | South England | 2 - 4 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Creative Arts Summer School at Arts University Bournemouth | Arts University Bournemouth | Arts, Design, Fashion, Film Making, Photography | South England | 1 week | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Rochester Independent College Summer School | Summer Boarding Courses | Arts, English Language, History, Study Skills, Humanities | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| English & Outdoors Summer Courses for Teenagers Aged 13-17, with Marlborough College | Marlborough College Summer School | English Language, Leadership, Sports, Study Skills, Humanities | South England | 2027 prices pending | View | |
| International Academic Summer Camp for Juniors at Taunton School | Taunton School | English Language, Sports, Arts, Study Skills, History | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Junior Riding Holidays at Wellington Riding | Wellington Riding | Equestrian, Sports | South England | 5 Days | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Junior Summer School at Marlborough College for Ages 10 to 12 | Academy Royale International | Computer Science, History | South England | 1 to 4 weeks; Young Game Creators: 2 weeks | From £2,295 per week. Academic Discovery: 1 to 4 weeks. Young Game Creators: £4,995 for two weeks. Fees and course availability vary. | View |
| Sports Summer Camp with XUK | XUK Camps | Football, Sports | South England | 2 weeks average. Possible to do 1,2,3,4 or 5 | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Pro Tennis by Bede's Summer School (12-17) | Bedes Summer School | Tennis, Sports, English Language | South England | 2 to 4 weeks | £1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks. | View |
| Young Adventurers: Summer Programmes for Ages 9-12, at Marlborough College | Marlborough College Summer School | English Language | South England | 2027 prices pending | View | |
| STEM University Preparation Summer Camp at Taunton School | Taunton School | STEM, University Preparation, English Language, Sports, Science | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Multi Activity Summer Camps with XUK | XUK Camps | Sports | South England | 2 weeks on average (1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 wks accepted) | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Zoology and Animal Management by Bede's Summer School (14-17) | Bedes Summer School | Science, STEM, Careers, University Preparation | South England | 2 to 4 weeks | £1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks. | View |
| Pre-Sessional Courses at Taunton School | Taunton School | English Language, Study Skills, Maths, Science, Sports | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Multi Activity and English Summer Camps with XUK | XUK camps | English Language, Sports, Arts, Leadership | South England | 2 weeks on average (1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 wks accepted) | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Future Explorers at Windlesham House School for ages 8-13 | Bedes Summer School | English Language, Science | South England | 1-5 weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| English Summer Camp for Teenagers at Taunton School | Taunton School | English Language, Sports, Music, Arts, Dance & Drama | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Bear Grylls Adventure Camp for ages 8-13 | Bedes Summer School | English Language, Leadership, Tech and Coding, Sports, Study Skills | South England | 2 to 4 weeks | £1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks. | View |
| Senior Tennis Academy at Taunton School | Taunton School | Tennis, English Language, Sports | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Little Explorers in Eastbourne for Ages 10-13 | Bedes Summer School | English Language, Sports, History, Humanities, Study Skills | South England | 2 to 6 weeks | £1,775 per week residential; £1,125 per week day. Recommended minimum two weeks. | View |
| Senior Performing Arts Summer Camp for Teens at Taunton School | Taunton School | Arts, Dance & Drama, Film Making, Music, Careers | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| English Enrichment Summer Camp for Teens at Taunton School | Taunton School | English Language, Sports, Arts | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Future Business Leaders Summer Camp for Teens at Taunton School | Taunton School | Business, Economics, Leadership, Careers, Sports | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
| Academic Insight Summer Camp for Teenagers at Taunton School | Taunton School | English Language, Sports, Arts, Science, Study Skills | South England | 2 Weeks | 2027 prices pending | View |
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