Our innovative summer camp for young learners. Discover, develop, and dare for an experience they will always remember.
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Camp Dragon, set in the picturesque surroundings of North Oxford's Dragon School, offers a welcoming home away from home for children aged 8-12. Designed by language learning experts and qualified play workers, this immersive summer camp blends education and adventure for young explorers from around the world.
At the heart of the camp is the Young Explorers programme, which combines interactive lessons with inspiring workshops and action-packed activities. Each day explores core subjects like English, Mathematics, Science, History, and Art and Design, where traditional learning meets dynamic experiences. The programme follows four key stages—Discover, Develop, Dare, and Time to Shine—ensuring every child maximises their learning potential in a fun and engaging way.
More than just a summer camp, Camp Dragon is a place where children make global friendships, discover new interests, and build confidence in a safe, nurturing environment. This unforgettable experience perfectly balances learning and play, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking an enriching summer adventure for their child.
Immersive English learning and adventure for children aged 8-12.
The Young Explorers programme at Camp Dragon offers an exceptional blend of education and adventure for children aged 8-12. Designed by leading language and play experts, the programme provides an immersive learning environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and personal growth. With its unique structure, combining interactive lessons, hands-on workshops, and thrilling activities, this programme ensures that every child not only learns but thrives. The safe, nurturing environment of Dragon School, combined with a truly international cohort, allows children to build friendships and gain a global perspective, making this the perfect choice for parents seeking a well-rounded, enriching summer experience.
Extracurricular activities at Camp Dragon are an integral part of the Young Explorers programme, offering a perfect balance to academic learning. Children can participate in a variety of exciting and enriching activities, ranging from sports and arts to cultural excursions and team-building challenges. These activities are designed to encourage teamwork, resilience, and leadership, all while having fun and making new friends. The programme's extracurricular offerings ensure that every child has the opportunity to explore their interests, try new things, and develop valuable life skills that extend beyond the classroom.
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The UK’s number one multi-campus summer school, SBC offers academic and English-language focused summer courses taught by expert tutors in prestigious venues including the University of Oxford, and Eton.
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ApplyStudents stay in high-quality boarding school or university-style accommodation, usually in single or shared rooms. Facilities are modern and safe, with common areas for socializing. Boys and girls are accommodated separately, and staff are always nearby.
SBC generally offers 15 to 20 hours of tuition per week, depending on the course, combining taught components and skills based group project work. At Oxford College and Dukes Cambridge 25 hours of tuition are offered weekly, combining lectures, seminars, tutorials, and industry experience sessions.
SBC welcomes students of all English proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced. Placement tests are conducted in advance of student arrival to ensure students are placed in the appropriate class for their ability.
SBC ensures a high level of supervision. There is a dedicated team of welfare staff to supervise students 24/7. Staff-to-student ratios are typically high to ensure students are supported both academically and pastorally.
Earlscliffe fees include return transfers to/from London Heathrow and London Gatwick for flights/trains scheduled to arrive/depart between 9am-3pm on published arrival and departure days.
For other locations, students are provided with the option of using SBC's Shared Transfer Service from/to London Heathrow Airport and St. Pancras International.
When a student arrives, an SBC staff member wearing a bright yellow t-shirt will be waiting to greet her/him and accompany them to our Welcome Club. At Welcome Club, she/he will have the chance to meet other students arriving, have some light refreshments and relax. After a little rest, students will be accompanied by students and SBC staff to board the coach and be taken directly to the School in a private coach. The Shared Transfer Service can be used by students using the following flight times:
Flight landing time on arrival day: 06:00-17:00 Flight take-off time on departure day: 8:00-18:00 If you book a flight outside of these times or to/from another UK airport, we can look at sending a staff member in a taxi to collect or drop off your child, but it will cost more than the Shared Transfer Service. Quotations are available upon request.
Yes, course insurance is included in the cost of your course. This covers essential medical insurance, including emergency treatment and other related costs.
Yes, students receive a certificate of achievement at the end of the course, detailing their progress and any academic milestones they’ve reached. Students at Oxford College and Dukes Cambridge receive a Letter of Recommendation to support their university applications.
Students from countries outside the UK or Schengen Area may require a standard visitor visa. SBC provides supporting documentation, including confirmation letters, but students or their families are responsible for the visa application process. It’s recommended to apply for a visa well in advance. Please see the following website for more details: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa