International English Learning, Culture and Activities Day Summer School at Summer Fields School in Oxford

Course Description: International English Learning, Culture and Activities Day Summer School at Summer Fields School in Oxford

This English summer camp, designed for young learners aged 7-14 in Summertown, Oxford, provides a supportive and enriching experience abroad. With a communicative approach to learning, lessons are engaging and interactive. Students also enjoy a vibrant activity program, making the most of the school’s beautiful 70-acre campus along the Cherwell River with a weekly full day excursion to world famous city.

Programme Details

📍 Location: Summer Fields School, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7EN

🚗 Accessibility: 15 minutes from Oxford City Centre

👦👧 Age Range: 7-14 years

Course Content & Activities

Academic Programme

📚 Lessons: 15 hours per week (two 1.5-hour Lessons)

👥 Class Size: Maximum of 15 students for focused learning

📈 Levels: From Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1)

📜 Certification: Placement test, certificate of attendance, and all learning materials included

Excursions & Daily Activities

🌍 Excursions: One Full Day Excursions every week to London (includes River Cruise and Museum) or Bath (includes Roman Baths). One half day sightseeing trip to Oxford City Centre.

On-site activities include:

🏀 Physical Activities: Over 40 different activities on offer each week, including swimming, tennis, various ball sports, and team challenges.

🎨 Creative Workshops: Art, crafts, and theatre performances.

Sample Excursions

• Full-Day Trip to London – Experience the heart of the capital with a scenic river cruise, a guided walking tour, and a museum visit. Students will also see iconic landmarks such as Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, and Horse Guards Parade.

• Full-Day Trip to Bath - Visit an elegant city, that holds UNESCO World Heritage status, full of traditional English heritage, contemporary culture, green spaces and stunning architecture. The walking tour includes a paid entrance to the historic Roman Baths.

• Half-Day Trip to Oxford - Students enjoy a short and picturesque walk to the heart of the world famous city. They will enjoy a guided walking tour through narrow cobbled streets passing the many Oxford University Colleges. Iconic landmarks will include the Bridge of Sighs, the Radcliffe Camera, the University Exam School and Church Meadow. Students will have the opportunity to visit the unique covered market and the more contemporary Westgate Centre.

These carefully selected excursions provide students with cultural enrichment, hands-on learning, and unforgettable experiences in three of the UK’s most famous locations.

Example Daily Schedule

• 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM → Day student arrival and sign-in, Welcome & Daily briefing

• 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM → Morning Lessons (two 1.5-hour sessions)

• 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM → Lunch in the dining hall

• 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM → Afternoon Activities (sports, arts, team games, and excursions)

• 5.00PM - 5.45pm →**** Day student collection and sign-out.

Safety & Security

The campus is fully enclosed, providing a safe and supervised environment. A high staff-to-student ratio ensures safety during all activities, with medical staff available on-site for emergencies.

Why Choose Summer Fields?

• A beautiful 70-acre campus with outstanding sports and recreational facilities

• Specially designed for young learners aged 7-14, offering a fun, safe, and structured experience

• A balanced programme combining academics, sports, creativity, and cultural experiences

Accommodation

There are many local hotels and Air B&B's within walking distance or a short commute to Summer Fields School. Located in Summertown, Summer Fields School is served by a regular bus link from all areas of the city. Parents may seek accommodation in the local area, the City centre or enjoy the more rural and scenic areas easily reached within 10-15 minutes.

Facilities Include:

• Indoor swimming pool

• Outdoor sports grounds

• Sports hall & pavilion

• Art room

• Theatre

• Adventure playground

What’s Included in the Program Fees?

✅ Academic Program: Placement test, 15 hours of tuition per week, certificate of attendance, and learning materials

✅ Meals: A hot lunch is provided in the school dining hall (a packed lunch is provided for the full day excursion)

✅ Social Program: Afternoon activities, sports, team games, one full day excursion every week, and one sightseeing visit to Oxford.

What’s Not Included?

❌ Flights, travel insurance, and pocket money

❌ Entrance fees on excursion days (unless stated)

❌ Airport transfers (mandatory supplement unless alternative arrangements are made in advance)

What Parents & Students Say

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Esra

Aug 22, 2025

3.0

It was a nice experience for us. The support we received during our interview and registration process was valuable. Thank you. I’d like to share both our experience and recommendations with you. The welcome we received on the first day was warm. However, we expected a brief orientation for the families, but this did not happen. There may have been cultural differences, but a short introduction and a school tour would have been helpful. When we evaluated the school process, our experience fell short of our expectations. We expected a curriculum based on a placement test before school started, but when we reviewed our daughter’s grades, we realized the lessons were too simple for her. The program we received included options like indoor swimming and team sports, but we received feedback that the teachers mostly played soccer with the children or left them to play among themselves during free time. We expected a more professional approach that guided the children and taught them teamwork. We were disappointed to see students playing games on tablets during their free time. We expected teachers to intervene. During our interview, we asked about the Turkish population because we wanted our child to speak English. You stated that you were paying attention to this. Unfortunately, 90% of the class was Turkish. Of course, you have little opportunity to intervene in this matter, but we learned that schools in Europe open in August, and the number of students from different countries increases in June and July. We would have liked this information to be shared with us. Unfortunately, we were seriously disappointed in this regard. I can’t say that the program benefited us in terms of either language or cultural exposure. All families have similar feedback, as our experience didn’t align with the program’s purpose. The age and behavioral incompatibility among the students was also a negative experience. The school’s physical conditions were good, and we were satisfied with this. However, the facilities could have been used more effectively. The Cadbury World trip, which appeared on our calendar in the program sent to us, had already taken place the week before. This was disappointing. The program was not implemented as communicated. The teachers were attentive and warm. Our daughter interacted with them enthusiastically. Overall, we can’t say it was a negative experience. It helped my daughter gain self-confidence in speaking, but it fell short of our expectations. We were unable to achieve the benefits we prioritized, such as language development, learning about cultural differences, and participating in a disciplined program.

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Esra

Aug 22, 2025

3.0

It was a nice experience for us. The support we received during our interview and registration process was valuable. Thank you. I’d like to share both our experience and recommendations with you. The welcome we received on the first day was warm. However, we expected a brief orientation for the families, but this did not happen. There may have been cultural differences, but a short introduction and a school tour would have been helpful. When we evaluated the school process, our experience fell short of our expectations. We expected a curriculum based on a placement test before school started, but when we reviewed our daughter’s grades, we realized the lessons were too simple for her. The program we received included options like indoor swimming and team sports, but we received feedback that the teachers mostly played soccer with the children or left them to play among themselves during free time. We expected a more professional approach that guided the children and taught them teamwork. We were disappointed to see students playing games on tablets during their free time. We expected teachers to intervene. During our interview, we asked about the Turkish population because we wanted our child to speak English. You stated that you were paying attention to this. Unfortunately, 90% of the class was Turkish. Of course, you have little opportunity to intervene in this matter, but we learned that schools in Europe open in August, and the number of students from different countries increases in June and July. We would have liked this information to be shared with us. Unfortunately, we were seriously disappointed in this regard. I can’t say that the program benefited us in terms of either language or cultural exposure. All families have similar feedback, as our experience didn’t align with the program’s purpose. The age and behavioral incompatibility among the students was also a negative experience. The school’s physical conditions were good, and we were satisfied with this. However, the facilities could have been used more effectively. The Cadbury World trip, which appeared on our calendar in the program sent to us, had already taken place the week before. This was disappointing. The program was not implemented as communicated. The teachers were attentive and warm. Our daughter interacted with them enthusiastically. Overall, we can’t say it was a negative experience. It helped my daughter gain self-confidence in speaking, but it fell short of our expectations. We were unable to achieve the benefits we prioritized, such as language development, learning about cultural differences, and participating in a disciplined program.