Bucksmore Education

A well-established summer school offering a diverse range of academic, career-focused and English language courses, set in inspiring venues including the University of Oxford and King’s College London.

Bucksmore Education

Provider Summary

Four decades of experience running summer schools has made Bucksmore one of the leading providers of summer education in the UK. Students aged 10-18 have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a British boarding school or University as they delve deeper into one of the extensive range of subjects on offer. Bucksmore take particular pride in their purposeful and rigorous academic continuum, carefully structured, industry aligned and externally certified, and packed with exciting content and activities to help young people to successfully find and pursue their passion pathways. All courses provide at least 20 hours / week of tuition, along with at least 2 cultural excursions.

Bucksmore operates from world-renowned venues such as University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, King’s College London, and prestigious boarding schools based in Oxford, Kent, Surrey and East Sussex. View all dates and fees for summer 2024 here.

Provider Highlights

  • Live in genuine Oxford and Cambridge University accommodation, or in a top boarding school
  • Extensive range of courses for students aged 10-13, 13-16, 16-18, with flexible options
  • A highly experienced summer school provider, with accreditations from major accrediting bodies
  • High-calibre tutoring faculty from leading institutions
  • Strong focus on personal as well as academic development

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What's included

Full-board accommodationMinimum 20hrs / week of tuitionAt least 2 excursions / week24hr supervision, staff-student ratio of 1:7Complimentary airport transfer serviceStudent travel insurance

More Information

Single and twin rooms depending on campus; Separate sleeping facilities for boys and girls;Full internet access;Laundry

Upcoming Start Dates

Date: June - August
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Campuses

Oxford University Colleges

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Oxford University Colleges

D’Overbroeck’s School

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D’Overbroeck’s School

King Edward’s School

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King Edward’s School

OIC Brighton

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OIC Brighton

Inspirational Programs & Courses

Browse high-quality academic and enrichment programs hosted by Bucksmore Education. Each program is chosen for its academic strength, student support, and immersive campus experience.

FAQ's

Bucksmore Education Frequently Asked Questions
Are airport transfers provided?
Yes, airport transfers are included in our pricing if students are arriving and departing on a Tuesday when their course starts/ends. We can only offer free transfers to/from Heathrow and Gatwick airports, between the hours of 9am-7pm. If students are travelling outside of those parameters, we can arrange a private transfer at an additional cost.
Is course insurance provided?
Yes, please see a summary of our insurance cover here - https://oscg.b-cdn.net/media/Bucksmore%20Education%20-%209642059%20-%20Summary%20of%20Cover.pdf
What supervision is provided?
From arrival to departure, our students are looked after by trained Bucksmore staff. If studying at KCL for instance, even when walking between accommodation and study buildings, students are guided by our staff so they are never roaming alone. View the policy here - https://oscg.b-cdn.net/media/Bucksmore%20supervision%20%20free%20time%20policy%202024.pdf
How many hours of tuition are provided?
This is course-dependent: Bucksmore English: 20 hours of English tuition per week English Plus: 15 hours of English language, 7.5 hours of ‘Plus’ choice subject Intensive English: 25 hours of English language tuition IELTS Prep: 25 hours of IELTS exam prep Young Professionals: 25 hours of tuition on chosen subject Pre-University: 23 hours of tuition on chosen subject
What visa do I need and how do I get it?
We cannot give visa/immigration advice, but requirements are typically based on the passport/nationality of each student. I would recommend referring to the UK Government website for up-to-date official advice: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
Where will I be staying / what is the accommodation like?
This is course-dependent: Bucksmore English: OIC Brighton English Plus: OIC Brighton Intensive English: St. Hilda’s College or King’s College London IELTS Prep: King’s College London Young Professionals: d’Overbroeck’s or King’s College London Pre-University: St. Hilda’s College Our new website offers a wealth of information regarding each of our centres:
Will I get a certificate?
All of our courses result in students being given a certificate of attendance. Additionally, some courses offer additional certificates: English: personalised report card English Plus: personalised report card Intensive English: personalised report card IELTS Prep: IELTS UKVI Academic exam certificate Young Professionals: external industry certificate from trusted UK provider Pre-University: letter of recommendation (upon request)

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