SBC's Eton College program offers diverse academic subjects in a prestigious environment for ages 12-16.
Discover a transformative summer at SBC Eton College Summer School, designed for students aged 12-16 and hosted at the prestigious Eton College. Led by experienced educators, the program offers a dynamic blend of academic subjects, soft skill development, and opportunities to forge lasting friendships. With 15 weekly academic hours, engaging social activities, and exciting excursions to Central London, Oxford, and theme parks, students enjoy a comprehensive summer experience complete with end-of-course reports and certificates. Comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and comprehensive travel insurance are included.
Explore award-winning courses such as Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence, Psychology & Human Behavior, Political Science & Governance, Entrepreneurship & Business Leadership, and General English. Located just 15 minutes from London Heathrow and near Royal Windsor, Eton College provides an idyllic learning environment. Students immerse themselves in fun activities, explore Eton and Windsor during free time, and embark on memorable excursions.
The program emphasizes experiential learning, nurturing critical thinking, leadership, communication, and teamwork through lectures, workshops, and practical application. Dedicated tutors inspire and support students, ensuring a lasting impact. Safety is paramount, with comprehensive safeguarding policies and 24/7 residential staff. Elective courses further enrich the experience, preparing students for future success. Choose Eton College Summer School for a holistic and unforgettable summer adventure.
Summer academic enrichment for ages 12-16 with leadership focus.
Choose the SBC at Eton College Summer School if you're a student aged 12-16 interested in a diverse academic program in a prestigious setting. This program offers courses in subjects like Future Entrepreneurs, Future Scientists and Future Global Leaders, combined with social and extracurricular activities. It's a great fit for students seeking a blend of rigorous academics and enriching life experiences at a historic institution.
Students attending a course at Eton College can fully immerse themselves in a wide range of fun and challenging activities throughout their stay. All attendees are encouraged to explore their extracurricular passions and interests through the school's social and sporting programmes (including a disco and talent show!) which are aimed at developing intercultural relations and fostering teamwork and creativity. Students can play football, basketball, volleyball and swim in Eton's olympic-sized swimming pool, or explore arts and crafts, drama or music. Throughout a 2-week programme students can expect to explore the local towns of Eton and Windsor and also attend 3 full-day excursions to attractions and noteworthy cities across the UK, such as Oxfordf and London.
Founded in 1440 by Henry VI, Eton College is a world-famous independent boarding school whose name is synonymous with educational excellence and traditional British culture. Located just outside the town of Windsor, Eton College is just a...
View CampusCompare available dates, duration, campus, fees and availability. Open a session for accommodation details.
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.
View ProviderAsk about dates, availability and the best session for this programme.
Apply
The Future Entrepreneurs programme is aimed at students who want to shape the world of business. Blending strategic planning, innovative problem-solving, and practical applications, the programme builds the skills needed to lead with confidence in today’s changing global economy.
View more
Future Global Leaders is a two-week course for students interested in power, politics, and international relations. You’ll explore how governments operate, how global institutions handle crises, and how leaders establish credibility and authority. At the same time, you’ll build practical abilities in debate, negotiation, and decision-making, helping you to communicate clearly and lead with assurance. The programme goes beyond theory, giving you the opportunity to apply ideas in practice, collaborate with peers, and begin developing the outlook of a future leader.
View more
Future Scientists at Eton College is for students aged 12–16 who are eager to deepen their understanding of the natural world. Covering biology, chemistry, and physics, the programme gives you the chance to run experiments, test ideas, and build key scientific skills such as careful observation, data analysis, and clear explanation. The experience extends well beyond traditional lessons. You’ll explore real-world problems, collaborate on group investigations, and practise sharing your findings in the style of professional scientists. By blending theory with practical enquiry, Future Scientists provides both subject knowledge and the critical thinking needed to understand how science influences everyday life.
View moreStudents 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