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Best Academic Summer Camps in South England

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Welcome to our Guide to the Best Academic Summer Camps in South England!

Discover the best academic summer camps in South England, hand-picked from our directory of accredited providers.

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Ages 14-17

Upper 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.

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Ages 11-15

Thatcham, 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.

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Ages 10-13, 14-16

Bath, 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.

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Ages 12 to 16

Eton 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

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Ages 11-16

Sevenoaks, 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

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Ages 8-17

Essex 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

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Ages 8-12

Godalming, 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

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Ages 13-17

Tonbridge, UK

2 weeks or 4 weeks

2027 dates pending

IMPACT Summer offers boys and girls aged 13-17 an enriching experience designed to help them learn, grow, and embrace new challenges within a supportive and stimulating environment.

2027 prices pending

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Ages 19+

Totnes, Devon, UK

2-8 weeks

2027 dates pending

Ambios offers immersive nature recovery training at Lower Sharpham Farm in Totnes, Devon. Our programmes provide hands-on experience in ecology, rewilding, and sustainable farming. These courses are designed for individuals seeking to enter or advance in the environmental sector.

2027 prices pending

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Ages 12-15

Rochester, UK

2 Weeks

2027 dates pending

Supporting your artistic and educational journey with quality facilities and studios, offering a space to create and be inspired without limits.

2027 prices pending

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Ages 8-13

Worthing, UK

1-5 weeks

2027 dates pending

The Future Explorers programme, for ages 8–13, engages students in “Mission Possible” workshops where they develop problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking skills through creative explorations.

2027 prices pending

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Ages 16-18

Surrey, UK

2 weeks

2027 dates pending

The University of the Creative Arts International Summer School offers a two-week immersive program in various creative disciplines, including Art and Design Portfolio Development, Multimedia Film Production, and more, enriched with cultural trips in the UK.

2027 prices pending

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Ages 13-17

Taunton, UK

2 Weeks

2027 dates pending

The Academic Insight Summer Camp at Taunton School for 13-17 year-olds offers an enriching blend of academic studies and extracurricular activities, encapsulating a traditional British boarding school experience.

2027 prices pending

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Ages 14-17

Taunton, UK

2 Weeks

2027 dates pending

The Pre-Sessional Courses at Taunton School provide a comprehensive 10 to 15-day academic preparation for international students aged 14-17, focusing on English language enhancement and readiness for UK educational systems.

2027 prices pending

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Compare all 23 camps

Provider, subjects, length and fees for every camp in this guide, side by side.

CourseProviderSubjectsDestinationDurationFeesLink
Felsted International Summer SchoolFelsted SchoolEnglish Language, University Preparation, Study Skills, Arts, Leadership, SportsSouth England2-4 Weeks2027 prices pendingView
Charterhouse Young Learners Summer CourseCharterhouseStudy Skills, University PreparationSouth England2 weeks2027 prices pendingView
IMPACT Programmes at Tonbridge SchoolTonbridge SchoolUniversity Preparation, Business, Leadership, Careers, Study SkillsSouth England2 weeks or 4 weeks2027 prices pendingView
Zoology and Animal Management by Bede's Summer School (14-17)Bedes Summer SchoolScience, STEM, Careers, University PreparationSouth England2 to 4 weeks£1,875 per week residential; £1,175 per week day. Minimum two weeks.View
Summer of Nature Recovery UK - 8 weeks or 2 weeksAmbiosClimate & Sustainability, Careers, ScienceSouth England2-8 weeks2027 prices pendingView
English Language Courses with ILC at Framlingham CollegeILCEnglish Language, Study Skills, University Preparation, Careers, HumanitiesSouth England2 or 4 weeks£2,260 for two weeks or £4,407 for four weeks, plus £80 registration. Optional excursion upgrades extra.View
Leadership AI Tech and English at Westonbirt SchoolWestonbirt SchoolEnglish Language, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership, Robotics, Tech and CodingSouth England2 to 4 weeksFrom £1,650 per week, minimum two weeks. Transfers, academies and masterclasses may cost extra.View
English, STEM and Sustainability with Downe House SchoolDowne House Summer SchoolEnglish Language, STEM, Climate & Sustainability, Leadership, Study SkillsSouth England2 weeks£4,900 for two weeks with boarding.View
English, Music and The Summer Programme at Sevenoaks SchoolSevenoaks SchoolEnglish Language, Leadership, Music, Study Skills, CareersSouth England2-4 weeks2027 prices pendingView
Intensive English Language Learning at Bryanston SchoolBryanston SchoolEnglish Language, Equestrian, Exam PrepSouth England2 weeks2027 prices pendingView
Academic Foundation Courses at EtonSummer Boarding CoursesArtificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Psychology, Politics, BusinessSouth England2 weeks£5,995 residential or £3,495 day for two weeks.View
International Academic Summer Camp for Juniors at Taunton SchoolTaunton SchoolEnglish Language, Sports, Arts, Study Skills, HistorySouth England2 Weeks2027 prices pendingView
University of the Creative arts International Summer SchoolUCAArts, Design, Fashion, Film Making, BusinessSouth England2 weeks2027 prices pendingView
English Language Summer School at Marlborough College for Ages 10 to 18Academy Royale InternationalEnglish LanguageSouth England1 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
Future Explorers at Windlesham House School for ages 8-13Bedes Summer SchoolEnglish Language, ScienceSouth England1-5 weeks2027 prices pendingView
Sevenoaks School Summer ProgrammesSevenoaks SchoolEnglish Language, Music, Study Skills, Leadership, Arts, Exam PrepSouth England2 - 4 weeks2027 prices pendingView
Rochester Independent College Summer SchoolSummer Boarding CoursesArts, English Language, History, Study Skills, HumanitiesSouth England2 Weeks2027 prices pendingView
STEM University Preparation Summer Camp at Taunton SchoolTaunton SchoolSTEM, University Preparation, English Language, Sports, ScienceSouth England2 Weeks2027 prices pendingView
Junior Summer School at Marlborough College for Ages 10 to 12Academy Royale InternationalComputer Science, HistorySouth England1 to 4 weeks; Young Game Creators: 2 weeksFrom £2,295 per week. Academic Discovery: 1 to 4 weeks. Young Game Creators: £4,995 for two weeks. Fees and course availability vary.View
Pre-Sessional Courses at Taunton SchoolTaunton SchoolEnglish Language, Study Skills, Maths, Science, SportsSouth England2 Weeks2027 prices pendingView
English Enrichment Summer Camp for Teens at Taunton SchoolTaunton SchoolEnglish Language, Sports, ArtsSouth England2 Weeks2027 prices pendingView
Future Business Leaders Summer Camp for Teens at Taunton SchoolTaunton SchoolBusiness, Economics, Leadership, Careers, SportsSouth England2 Weeks2027 prices pendingView
Academic Insight Summer Camp for Teenagers at Taunton SchoolTaunton SchoolEnglish Language, Sports, Arts, Science, Study SkillsSouth England2 Weeks2027 prices pendingView

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