Applications are now open for the ISSFT UK Summer School 2027, an award-winning residential summer programme for international teenagers aged 13–18. Taking place in Oxford, England, and St Andrews, Scotland, ISSFT combines academic excellence, inspiring afternoon electives, English immersion and a fully supervised residential experience.In 2027, ISSFT will welcome students from around the world to two exceptional UK university destinations: Oxford, England, and St Andrews, Scotland.

Our unique dual-study programme allows every student to select one academic subject for the morning and one elective subject for the afternoon. This focused structure enables teenagers to strengthen their academic knowledge while developing a personal interest, creative talent or sporting ability under the guidance of experienced teachers and professional coaches.

New Opportunities for Summer 2027

Following the successful introduction of Medicine in Oxford, our hands-on Medicine academic programme will also be available in St Andrews for 2027. Students will explore areas including anatomy, physiology, diagnostics, medical ethics and emerging healthcare technologies through interactive workshops, case studies and practical challenges.

Our popular Golf elective is also expanding to Oxford, giving students at both campuses the opportunity to receive expert coaching. St Andrews offers the unforgettable experience of developing their game in the historic Home of Golf, while Oxford combines professional tuition with life in one of the world’s most celebrated university cities.

View all academic and elective classes

More Than a Summer Course

The ISSFT experience extends far beyond the classroom. Students participate in a full programme of evening entertainment, recreational activities, cultural excursions and social events designed to build confidence, independence and lasting friendships.

With teenagers joining us from more than 100 countries, English is the shared language throughout the programme. Our 10% nationality limit helps maintain a genuinely international environment in which students connect with people from different cultures and build valuable global networks.

Every student also benefits from:

✔︎ Expert-led academic and elective tuition
✔︎ Small, engaging classes
✔︎ Guaranteed single en-suite accommodation
✔︎ Full English immersion
✔︎ 24-hour residential and pastoral support
✔︎ Evening activities and cultural excursions
✔︎ Full-board accommodation
✔︎ Academic report and course certificate
✔︎ A safe, structured and supportive environment

Summer 2027 Dates

See the Summer 2027 dates and costs

Oxford

Explore our Oxford summer school

• Session 1: 4–17 July 2027
• Session 2: 18–31 July 2027

St Andrews

Discover the St Andrews summer school

• Session 1: 25 July–7 August 2027

Whether students want to strengthen their English, explore Medicine, develop leadership skills, discover artificial intelligence, improve their golf or tennis, or express themselves through theatre and digital media, ISSFT offers a summer designed to inspire ambition and unlock potential.

Places are limited across both campuses and several specialist subjects have restricted availability.

Applications for Summer 2027 are now open. Secure your place today.

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