Sbc Canford Introduction To Business
Headington Oxford Campus, UK

Supreme Summer Pre-College Future Entrepreneur Course for High Schoolers at Headington School Campus in Oxford

Have welcomed 15800 students from 152 countries, ranked #1 in British Council inspections for 5 years in a row 2018-2023

age icon 12-16 years old

time icon 2 weeks

book icon Weekly hours: 15

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Choose your preferred session from the options below and submit your details in order to complete your booking.

July - Boarding

Start 7/6/2026
End 7/20/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £4,595

July - Day

Start 7/6/2026
End 7/20/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £3,676

July - Boarding

Start 7/20/2026
End 8/3/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £4,595

July - Day

Start 7/20/2026
End 8/3/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £3,676

Course Description: Supreme Summer Pre-College Future Entrepreneur Course for High Schoolers at Headington School Campus in Oxford

💼 Future Entrepreneurs – Two-Week Programme (Headington Oxford)

Get hands-on with business, leadership, and real-world problem-solving. This two-week programme is designed for ambitious students ready to explore entrepreneurship, marketing, and financial strategy—building the skills and mindset to thrive in today’s fast-moving business world.

🚀 What Makes This Programme Different

  • Innovation & Leadership: Students are challenged to think critically and creatively, tackling real business problems and designing strategies that could shape the future of industries.

  • Learn by Doing: Through interactive workshops, case studies, and business simulations, learners gain practical experience that mirrors the decisions and pressures faced by business leaders.

  • Collaboration & Networking: Teams develop business plans, pitch ideas, and analyse market trends, strengthening leadership, teamwork, and decision-making in a supportive environment.

  • Personal Growth: The course also builds confidence, resilience, and adaptability, with insights from industry professionals who share real-world experiences and advice.

By the end, students have a strong foundation in business principles and the leadership skills to take the next step with confidence. 🌟

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📚 Course Modules

Module 1: Building Business Foundations

🔎 Spot opportunities, test whether ideas are workable, and learn the first steps of launching a venture. Activities focus on planning, goal-setting, and early-stage strategy.

Module 2: Markets and Money

📈 Explore customers, pricing, and resource management. Use case studies and interactive tasks to analyse trends and make decisions with limited information.

Module 3: Pitch and Present

🎤 Work in teams to prepare and deliver a business pitch. Learn to shape a clear message, present confidently, and perform under time pressure.

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🎓 Your Learning Journey

  • Foundations of Entrepreneurship: How new businesses are created—from recognising opportunities to developing workable ideas.

  • Business Planning & Strategy: Practical experience in planning, decision-making, and resource management using challenges and case studies.

  • Communication & Pitching: Hone presentation skills while preparing and delivering pitches with confidence.

  • Collaboration & Problem-Solving: Build teamwork through realistic projects that mirror the business world.

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🌟 Benefits of This Course

  • Mastering Public Speaking: Weekly presenting builds clarity and confidence.

  • Building Confidence: Regular sharing shows progress and strengthens conviction.

  • Creative Expression:Time to Shine” lets students present projects their way—talk, performance, model, or experiment.

  • Celebrating Progress: Each showcase recognises effort, learning, and achievement.

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🌆 Excursions (3 per two-week session)

Students enjoy three full-day excursions to top UK destinations.

  • Guaranteed visit to London 🏙️

  • Other destinations include Oxford and Bath (and may include Bristol)

  • Staff-led itineraries throughout the day

  • Short, supervised free time in small groups (with parental consent)

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🏡 Food & Accommodation (Residential)

  • Separate boarding houses for boys and girls

  • Single, twin, and small dorm rooms (3–5 students) with shared bathrooms

  • Common rooms for socialising and building friendships

  • Supported by House Parents and residential staff

  • Dining Hall: spacious, with outdoor seating

  • Daily continental breakfast (full English 3× per week)

  • Two hot choices at lunch and dinner (vegetarian option available)

  • Salad bar, fresh bread, fruit, desserts

  • Evening drinks and biscuits

  • Packed lunches on excursion days

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🧾 What’s Included

  • 15 hours of academic content per week

  • Social programme & excursions

  • End-of-course report and certificate

  • Accommodation and all meals

  • Travel insurance

School-wide academic offer also available at Headington:

15 hours of English language tuition per week

Traditional English language classes and/or English Through Academic Subjects

(Included here exactly as provided.)

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✈️ Airport Transfers (Optional, Supplementary Cost)

Supreme Program Airport Transfer Service to/from Headington Oxford:

  • Heathrow only; arrival/departure days; 09:00–17:00 coverage

  • £130 per journey

  • Transport by staffed private coach, minibus, or taxi (depending on numbers and timings)

  • Staff in yellow T-shirts greet students and escort them directly to school

  • For other airports or special circumstances, coordinate with our advisor before booking

  • Please align flights with course arrival and departure dates for smooth transitions

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💷 Pocket Money Advice

  • Recommended: £70 per week

  • Prefer bank cards (some places are card-only)

  • If using cash, bring small notes (£5/£10/£20; avoid £50s)

  • Money stored securely in the school safe

  • Collection from the office at set times before excursions

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🔎 At a Glance

  • Small classes: maximum 15 students

  • 3 major excursions (London guaranteed)

  • Community & wellbeing: sports, tournaments, quizzes, zorbing, discos, and more—promoting teamwork and friendships

  • Airport transfers available at additional cost

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