The Oxford Day Camps for ages 6-12, offered by SBC, combine English learning and various fun activities, promoting cultural integration and interactive education in a day camp setting in the UK.
Discover an unforgettable summer with SBC's Summer Day Camps, designed for international students aged 6-12 and hosted at prestigious independent schools in Oxford and London. In partnership with Ultimate Activity Camps, these day camps combine an exciting activity program with English language tuition, fostering integration between international students and local English-speaking children through shared sports, arts, and adventure activities.
Running 1-7 weeks from Monday to Friday, the camps offer 10 English lessons per week in small classes of up to 12 students. The communicative approach emphasizes learning through games and group activities, while a diverse activity program of over 40 options encourages students to practice their language skills in real-world settings alongside local peers.
At the end of the course, students receive a certificate, making these English language summer day camps the perfect blend of education and fun for young learners.
English learning and activities for international children aged 6-12.
Choose the Summer Day Camps by Summer Boarding Courses if you're looking for an engaging summer experience for children aged 6-12. These camps, held in various UK locations, blend English language learning with over 40 exciting activities, fostering a fun and educational environment. The program is ideal for international students to integrate with local English-speaking children, enhancing language skills and cultural understanding.
Every week, children will enjoy an exciting and unrivalled programme of activities. With over 40 different activities on offer, the programme has something for everyone, from art and creative sessions, to sport and adventure. A unique feature of these day camps is that children join activity sessions with local British children who are of a similar age, thereby creating additional opportunities for language and cultural exchange.
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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