Oxford University Summer School

Oxford Summer School For International Teenagers

Explore our award-winning summer programme in Oxford

ISSFT Summer School in Oxford is an award-winning summer enrichment programme for international teenagers aged 13-18 years old. Our pre-university summer programme combines academic study with premium sporting and creative subjects. Our programme includes a huge range of engaging activities, social events and cultural excursions, as well as the opportunity to experience life in one of the world’s most prestigious educational cities

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Punts lined up in a canal
ISSFT student taking part in fencing activity

A Typical Day

A typical day comprises of an academic class in the morning and an elective class in the afternoon, with students receiving six hours of tuition per day. When not in class, students will enjoy a rich variety of exciting activities and entertainment, including sports, crafts and trips in and around London's greatest cultural landmarks.

Our assurance of quality our offical accreditations provide a guarantee of quality and reassurance to parents and students

BAC Accredited

ISSFT has been granted accreditation by the British Accreditation Council (BAC). The BAC is committed to the highest standards of education offered by independent colleges and to providing prospective students with an invaluable guide to quality.

Duke of Edinburgh

ISSFT is an Approved Activity Provider for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award for residential stays.

CAS Hours

We can award CAS Hours to International Baccalaureate Students. CAS refers to Creativity, Action and Service and it's a mandatory component of the International Baccalaureate diploma. The International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma is an internationally accepted qualification for entry into higher education. The IB curriculum is widely recognised as the curriculum of choice for leading international schools around the world. We are delighted to work closely with a number of IB schools to help students achieve their CAS requirements.

Visas

For international students, choosing a BAC-accredited college for your studies will ensure that the institution is considered to be authorised by UK immigration officials for providing visa support documentation. ISSFT is accredited by British Accreditation Council (BAC). Visit our Visa page for more information.

Inspections Our most recent inspection by the British Accreditation Council was in July 2024. Here are some highlights:

The self-evaluation process and resulting action plans provide a robust system for making continuous improvements to the quality of classroom delivery and the overall experience for participants. The trainers are highly qualified and experienced and, as a result, participants are able to acquire new skills rapidly and are enthusiastic about their studies. The lesson content is ambitious and challenges participants to set themselves high standards. The level of support for participants and their access to counsellors are excellent and ensure that participants can quickly settle and enjoy their chosen studies.
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University of Oxford 2025

session 1
6 July - 26 July 2025

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