Earlscliffe School summer campus

Earlscliffe School

Welcome to our guide to the best summer courses taking place on campus at Earlscliffe School.

Campus Summary

Built in 1870 and proud of its status as a UNESCO school, Earlscliffe is an independent college with an outstanding reputation. It offers an intimate and highly-personalised educational environment with a focus on university preparation. Close to the world-famous White Cliffs of Dover, Earlscliffe is located in the artistic English seaside town of Folkestone, in Kent, known as ‘the garden of England.’ It’s walking distance to the beach and centre of town, and an easy hour on the train to London – with day trips to Margate, Windsor and Canterbury also possible. Comprising eight Victorian and Edwardian buildings that have recently been refurbished to a high standard, sports such as tag rugby, French cricket and basketball are actively encouraged.



Campus Highlights

  • Seaside location, 1 hour from London
  • Victorian and Edwardian architecture
  • Campus environment
  • Single sex boarding houses
  • Mostly twin or triple rooms with en-suite bathrooms
  • Fully catered: 3 meals per day
  • Free access to nearby large indoor pool and gym
  • 24/7 supervision and pastoral support, including ’house parent’
  • Daily bedroom and bathroom cleaning service
  • Weekly laundry service
  • Free WiFi in bedrooms

Inspirational Programs & Courses

Browse a curated selection of high-quality academic and enrichment programs hosted at Earlscliffe School. Each program is chosen for its academic strength, student support, and immersive campus experience.

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Immerse Education
Film & Animation in Tokyo for Ages 15-18

Unleash your creativity in Tokyo, the vibrant heart of anime and a global powerhouse in film production. Click to learn…

Summer Boarding Courses
Future Entrepreneur at Canford

Future Entrepreneurs introduces you to the essentials of business and innovation through hands-on projects and practical challenges. Across two weeks…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Sports Medicine (The Cambridge Tradition)

This course explores three main areas of sports medicine: biomechanics; sports psychology, and exercise physiology, including diet, fitness regimes, and…

Immerse Education
Psychology in Cambridge for Ages 13-15

Explore the human mind in Cambridge, a city rich in psychological research history.

Bucksmore Education
Pre-University Preparation Law

This programme prepares students to excel in their chosen subjects within the highly competitive higher education environment. Students choose one…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Law (The Oxford Summer Seminar)

Students examine the British and American legal systems and learn how they reflect the values and institutions of their respective…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Urban Planning (Oxbridge in New York)

Learn about the cities of the past and imagine the cities of tomorrow. Explore how the world’s most famous skyline…

Immerse Education
Engineering in London for Ages 15-18

Discover engineering marvels in London, where iconic structures showcase centuries of innovation.

Summer Boarding Courses
Faculty of Business at Oxford College

The Faculty of Business is where future leaders and entrepreneurs are shaped. This programme offers an in-depth exploration of the…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Banking and Markets (The Cambridge Experience)

Students cover the evolution of, and relationships between, banking and markets, from their ancient origins to present-day, including the development…

Summer Boarding Courses
Faculty of Medicine at Oxford College

Studying at the Faculty of Medicine offers an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the world of healthcare and medical sciences.…

ISSOS
Business & Entrepreneurship

The ISSOS Business and Entrepreneurship programme introduces students to a world beyond school and teaches them how they can use…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
International Business (Oxbridge in Barcelona)

Taking advantage of our residence's proximity to Barcelona's financial center, students gain first-hand knowledge of current issues in the world…

Immerse Education
Engineering in Oxford for Ages 16-18

Push engineering boundaries in Oxford, a city known for its contributions to technological advancement.

Immerse Education
Economics in Oxford for Ages 16-18

Analyse complex economic systems in Oxford, home to influential economic thinkers and theories.

Summer Boarding Courses
Faculty of Science and Technology (STEM) in Cambridge

The Faculty of Science and Technology is where curiosity meets innovation. This programme is designed for students who are passionate…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
International Relations in a Post-Unipolar World (The Oxbridge Institute for Advanced Studies)

The course will begin by introducing students to the approaches and techniques required to carry out a successful International Relations…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
AI: Designing Intelligent Systems (The Oxbridge Institute for Advanced Studies)

The course will begin by introducing students to the approaches and techniques required to carry out a successful Artificial Intelligence…

ISSOS
IB Extended Essay

The IB Extended Essay summer school class is designed to offer students the chance to work towards their IB Extended Essay while supported…

Summer Boarding Courses
Future Entrepreneur at Headington Oxford

Unlock your entrepreneurial potential and gain the skills to turn innovative ideas into thriving business ventures in a global market.

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