Academic Summer Schools for Under 12

Adventurers delve into creative, cross-curricular learning, fostering critical thinking and interdisciplinary understanding. 

At the core of Academic Summers’s teaching and learning approach is Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), a methodological revolution in language teaching, offering a holistic approach to education. Through CLIL, you'll not only enhance your content knowledge in key curriculum areas within your chosen subjects but also develop cognitive skills, including critical, logical, and creative thinking, data analysis, discussions, opinion formation, and effective collaboration. Your communication skills will be honed as you learn to use language for both learning and expression, mastering the art of giving presentations and writing extended essays, essential skills for any field of study.

For sports lovers, the top-notch facilities offer the perfect stage for athletic pursuits, from friendly games to competitive tournaments. Surrounded by nature, the location fosters outdoor education experiences, promoting resilience and leadership.

Beyond our campus, Bristol's vibrant city offers cultural exploration. Our secure environment nurtures every student, allowing them to thrive, explore, and learn with confidence.

This summer, join Academic Camp, Bristol, for a holistic blend of academics, sports, outdoor adventures, and cultural exploration, promising unforgettable memories.

Level of English:  A2 for Adventurers      Suitable for native speakers:  YES

The Junior Academic course offers young students a fun and hands on learning experience. Specially designed to engage young learners, this course offers a range of stimulating learning experiences in English.

Class sizes are small (maximum 10 students per class) and students are taught by specialist teachers, offering a range of subjects from Art, DT and Performing Arts to Science, Mathematics, ICT and Humanities. Students will receive 15 hours of English plus 10 hours of other academic subjects per week.

Aimed at encouraging experiential and thematic learning, students will spend at least one afternoon a week outside the classroom on project work in the local environment. Fun, active and stimulating, this course will build confidence in communicative English as well as preparing students academically.

This course is ideal as a stand-alone course for students who wish to boost their English level and confidence or for those wishing to enter into the British independent school system.

There are four junior courses:
Academic Programme 
STEM: Robotics and Coding
Junior Multi-Sports 
Junior Cookery

Students also enjoy a busy activities schedule with sports, games, activities and trips leaving them with a British experience they will never forget!

This course is especially designed to prepare younger students who are keen to learn and have a great summer experience. Many will start at a UK boarding school in September and others would like to have a taste of British boarding school life. Students study a full timetable of English and all their main academic subjects. There are two trips a week, and a busy programme of sports, social activities and clubs. All students take part in a Drama Show and a Formal Dinner.

Etherton employs British Student Hosts to help play games, look after and mentor their students. They are on site 50 hours a week after lessons to ensure students have plenty of chances to practise chatting in English with educated native speakers of the language.

Wellilngton School is located in the small, safe Somerset town of Wellington, surounded by beautiful green countryside. Accommodation is in shared rooms, with one, two or three other students. Resident staff are on hand 24-hours a day.  The school has wonderful sports facilities, inlcuding a swimming pool, tennis courts and Astro pitch. 

This course provides excellent preparation for students before they move into their new boarding schools in September. They will understand the expectations of British schools and will be used to the routines and rules. They will feel stronger and more confident about their future education.

Concord College Summer School is an exciting place to spend a summer. Set in the heart of the English countryside, Concord Summer School has been welcoming international students for over 40 years.
At Concord students will build foundations for academic success and create a lifetime of memories. It’s excellent academic and recreational facilities provide students a fantastic British summer school experience.
Concord Summer School offers a range of academic courses that provide an enriching learning experience. The Discovery Workshops are an immersive and interactive way for students to enhance their knowledge in their chosen course or to explore and learn a new subject. In an enjoyable and supportive environment students will build their confidence and improve their English and interpersonal skills. All courses offer an in-built educational trip to accompany the students learning.
Four discovery subjects are on offer:
Arts & Humanities
- Art & Design    -    History & Cultures
STEM:     - Mathematics     Technology
In addition, students will complement their learning with courses in General English or Science. All summer school students will also have the exciting opportunity to join planned Enrichment Activities alongside an extensive and fun Social Programme packed with campus events and exciting trips and excursions.

* Price - 18 days £4,795

 The balanced schedule combines morning lessons and afternoon activities across four enriching days, culminating in an exciting Wednesday trip. Subjects come to life over four days each week, supported by supervised homework sessions. Engaging afternoon and evening sessions are complemented by a unique 'house' system, mirroring the camaraderie and friendly competition of UK boarding schools. Additionally, the Wednesday Cultural Trip provides a structured, culturally enriching experience.
Immerse yourself in a diverse community of international students.  Attend practical lessons, take part in activities, and enjoy a busy academic and social calendar, all within the stunning setting of the campuses.  Explore on-site facilities such as sports grounds, spend time with friends in the beautiful secure grounds, and engage in unique student traditions. 

Subjects include - Enterprise Explorers, History Explorers, Law Explorers, Maths Explorers, Medicine Explorers, Science Explorers, Story Explorers, Technology Explorers.

There is a high staff to student ratio and 24hour supervision so students feel secure in at all times.  

Accommodation is in comfortable Harrow School boarding houses.  B1 English level required and this is suitable for native English speakers.