Summer Boarding Courses – The UK’s Number 1 Multi-Campus Summer School
The UK’s Number 1 Multi-Campus Summer School Since 2008, we’ve brought together over 18,300 students from 155 countries, offering award winning courses that blend academic excellence with social enrichment. Our programmes ignite potential, equipping students with the skills and confidence for long-term success. Held at some of the UK’s top boarding schools and university campuses, our courses prepare students for future studies, develop key 21st century skills, and inspire them to apply their learning beyond the classroom.

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Ages | 6 - 17 |
Languages | English |
Average group size | 15 |
Website | www.summerboardingcourses.com |
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About Summer Boarding Courses – The UK’s Number 1 Multi-Campus Summer School
SBC offers academic summer programmes designed to support both English language development and subject-specific study. Courses are led by qualified teachers with backgrounds in leading UK schools and universities. Content is age-appropriate, designed to be challenging without being overwhelming.
Your child will benefit from a clearly structured timetable, with lessons focused on topics like STEM, Business, General English, and Leadership. The curriculum follows UK independent school standards and is accredited by the British Council and BAC. This ensures the educational experience is both consistent and rigorous.
Focused Learning in a Safe, Supportive Setting
Your child’s wellbeing is at the core of everything SBC does. Courses are held at well-known and secure UK campuses including Oxford, Cambridge, Eton, and Canford. Each site is staffed by experienced welfare teams and trained residential staff, available 24/7. The staff-to-student ratio is high, which allows for close supervision and individual attention.
The residential environment is structured to promote independence while maintaining support. Students live in university-style accommodation, share meals in dining halls, and participate in organised evening and weekend activities under supervision.
Balanced Daily Life
A typical day at SBC includes 3–4 hours of classroom learning, followed by a varied afternoon of activities. These may include sports, arts, leadership workshops, or debate clubs. Evenings are filled with house competitions, talent shows, quizzes, or film nights.
Students go on supervised trips to cultural sites such as London, Oxford, or Cambridge. These excursions are planned with educational value in mind but are also social and enjoyable. Students learn from real-life contexts, and parents can be confident that the day is structured from beginning to end.
Programme Overview
- Ages: 6 – 17
- Dates: July & August 2025
- Duration: Typically 2 weeks. But students can choose from 1 to 4-week courses
- Campuses: Camp Dragon (8–12), SBC at Canford School (11–15), Rochester (12–16), SBC at Eton College (12–16), Copperfield (12–17), Headington Oxford (13–16), Earlscliffe (13–17), Oxford College (15–17), Dukes Cambridge (15–17)
Every course is inclusive, with no hidden fees. The price covers all tuition, meals, excursions, course materials, and residential support.
Measurable Outcomes That Matter to You
Parents often ask what they can expect at the end of a course. You’ll see clear results in communication skills, academic focus, and confidence. English-speaking ability improves quickly in immersive environments like this. Students return with stronger social skills, better time management, and broader cultural awareness. Students leave with a certificate and report that outlines their progress and areas for future focus.
Why SBC is a Trusted Choice
SBC welcomes students from over 155 nationalities since 2008. It is one of the only providers to have achieved the maximum number of 15 Strengths in the British Council Inspection. SBC is the first multi-campus summer school to be awarded 15 out of 15 Areas of Strength, thereby confirming SBC as one of the foremost summer course providers in the UK. This reflects a consistent standard across welfare, academics, and operations.
Year after year, SBC is rated “Excellent” by parents in satisfaction surveys. Many return with siblings or friends, a testament to the value families see in the experience. The combination of structured education, strong supervision, and international peer connections gives your child a genuine advantage.
Plan Their Summer with Confidence
If you’re looking for a short-term academic experience that supports long-term development, SBC is a proven choice. Courses are designed with purpose, delivered with care, and trusted by thousands of parents around the world.
To find out more or enquire about availability, contact the SBC admissions team directly. They can provide course details, pricing, and application guidance.
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Activities
- Academic Courses
- Academic Workshops
- Amazing Race
- Archery
- Arts and Crafts
- Basketball
- Capture the Flag
- Cinema
- Dancing
- Disco
- Drama Classes
- Drawing
- Editing
- English Lessons
- Excursions
- Filmmaking
- Football
- Graduation
- Harry Potter Warner Brothers Studio Tour
- High Ropes Course
- Horse Riding
- Language Classes
- Leadership
- London Excursion
- Mountain Biking
- Mountain Challenge
- Mountain Expedition
- Mountain Hiking
- Multi-Activity Camps
- Music
- Olympics in the Park
- Oxford Walking Tour
- Painting
- Parties
- Photography
- Public Speaking & Debate
- Robotics
- Rock Climbing
- Sketching
- Skiing
- Sports Camps
- Summer Camps
- Swimming
- Talent Show
- Technology
- Tennis
- Tournament Afternoon
- Volleyball
- Water Games
- Water Sports
- Waterpark
- Winter Camps