Best Creative Writing Summer Schools 2026

Best Creative Writing Summer Schools 2026

Our guide to the best Creative Writing summer experiences in Oxford, Cambridge, London and other top destinations.

Find Your Voice. Tell Your Story.

Create a spectacular universe of your own this summer with a creative writing course in the literary and cultural hotspots of Oxford, Cambridge or London. Stretch your imagination and challenge yourself to think differently, and play with different genres and styles through creative storytelling. Feel the buzz of finding exactly the right word to make your poem sing, craft a tantalising script destined for the silver screen, or finally get started on your Great Novel!

Top Creative Writing Programs 2026

Browse our pick of the best high-quality programs offering creative writing experiences this summer. Every program is chosen for its teaching excellence, creative environment and international mix.

World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens summer school World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens logo Cambridge • London • New York • Oxford • Yale
From £6,995 Ages 12-18 Summer 2026

Experience Oxford Royale's summer programmes on campus at world leading universities, offering students a chance to dive into prestigious academic and cultural enrichment.

Inspirational Cambridge Summer School for Ages 13-18 summer school Inspirational Cambridge Summer School for Ages 13-18 logo Cambridge
From £6,900 Ages 13-18 Summer 2026

ISSOS at Cambridge is based in the extensive and beautiful grounds of The University of Cambridge, one of the UK's most prestigious universities.

Authentic Oxford & Cambridge Experience for High School Students summer school Authentic Oxford & Cambridge Experience for High School Students logo Cambridge • Oxford
From £6,495 - £8,595 Ages 13-24 Summer 2026

Authentic Oxford & Cambridge Experience by Oxford Summer Courses immerses high school students in diverse academic studies and cultural explorations at these historic universities.

Exciting International Summer Programme in Oxford summer school Exciting International Summer Programme in Oxford logo Oxford
From £6,995 - £13,690 Ages 12-18 Summer 2026

Experience the history, culture, and architecture of Oxford while studying on one of Oxford Scholastica Academy's transformational, future-focused courses.

Pre-university and Career experiences at Oxford College summer school Pre-university and Career experiences at Oxford College logo Oxford
From From £6,495 Ages 15-17 Summer 2026

The Oxford College Summer School by SBC offers high school students aged 15-17 an immersive academic experience in a prestigious university setting in Oxford.

Oxbridge Programs in Paris for Grades 9-12 summer school Oxbridge Programs in Paris for Grades 9-12 logo Paris
From $9,495 USD Ages 14-18 Summer 2026

A unique blend of academic learning and cultural exploration in the heart of Paris, enhancing language skills and global understanding.

Find the Best Experience for You

From J.R.R. Tolkien to Zadie Smith, generations of writers have been shaped by the university cities of Oxford and Cambridge. Writing here means drawing inspiration from history, architecture, and a long tradition of literary excellence. Where will you choose for your Creative Writing summer program this summer 2026?

The Radcliffe Camera, a host venue for Oxford Summer Schools
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Creative Writing Summer School in Oxford

What is it about the magic of Oxford that has inspired so many of our literary greats? Wander the same streets as Tolkein, Oscar Wilde and Percey Shelley whilst they studied and taught here, and visit the very pub that Tolkein and CS Lewis met at to discuss their ideas!
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King's College Cambridge views across a green lawn, a host venue for Cambridge Summer Schools
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Creative Writing Summer School in Cambridge

The roll call of famous authors to have studied and lived in captivating Cambridge is almost endless: from the leading English romantic poets Wordsworth and Tennyson, to Sylvia Plath, Iris Murdoch and modern fiction greats such as Zadie Smith!
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A female student departing for a Summer School
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Interested in studying Creative Writing in other wonderful study destinations in Europe, the USA and worldwide?
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