Wycombe Abbey Summer School Programme – UK (Ages 12–17)
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Wycombe Abbey School, UK

Wycombe Abbey Summer School Programme in Wycombe Abbey School, UK

age icon 12-17 years old

time icon 2 weeks

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Course Description: Wycombe Abbey Summer School Programme in Wycombe Abbey School, UK

🏫 Overview

Recognised as one of the best schools in the world, Wycombe Abbey hosts a premier summer programme for students aged 12–17, delivering a rich blend of academic challenge, personal development, and global citizenship. Designed by experts from Wycombe Abbey’s international campuses, this immersive programme ensures that students thrive in a supportive and inspiring environment while building lifelong skills and friendships.

📍 Location & Campus Life

Set on the beautiful campus of Wycombe Abbey in the UK, students live and learn in the Pitt and Rubens boarding houses, offering modern, en-suite accommodation in single, twin, or triple rooms. The school provides a safe, community-focused experience with 24/7 supervision by dedicated House Parents and Matrons. Common rooms, kitchens, and comfortable social spaces ensure a welcoming "home away from home."

📚 Academics & Learning Experience

Each morning, students receive 3 hours of English instruction covering:

  • English for Academic Purposes (e.g., essay writing, interviews)

  • 21st Century Skills (e.g., leadership, job readiness, design thinking)

  • British Culture (e.g., the Royal Family, British film & fashion)

In the afternoons, students dive into their chosen elective, receiving 16 hours of specialist instruction over two weeks. Electives include:

  • Leadership & Sustainability

  • Performing Arts

  • Coding & Game Design

  • Sports, Health & Wellbeing

The programme emphasises creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking — the power skills of the modern world.

🕒 A Day in the Life

A typical day at Wycombe Abbey includes:

  • Morning: Academic English lessons and skill development

  • Afternoon: Electives in chosen focus areas

  • Evening: Sports, activities (like karaoke, bowling, cinema visits), and House Socials

  • Weekends: Full-day excursions

Sample excursions:

  • Oxford Tour with colleges and museums

  • Cambridge Tour featuring King’s College

  • Windsor Castle (Half Day)

  • London: London Eye, British Museum, West End Theatre

  • National Gallery & dinner in the city

🍽 Meals

Full-board dining is included. Students enjoy nutritious, well-balanced meals served by the school’s term-time caterers, with special accommodations available for allergies and intolerances.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Student Community

An international, inclusive atmosphere ensures students feel welcomed and inspired. The programme supports students' holistic development by focusing on communication, leadership, confidence, and cultural awareness.

🛫 Airport Transfers

  • Arrivals: Complimentary from London Heathrow

  • Departures: £145

    For unaccompanied minors, students are collected in the arrivals hall and escorted to the programme. On departure, they’re accompanied to check-in and safely handed over to airline staff.

🎓 Certification

Students receive a certificate upon successful completion of the programme, recognising their efforts and accomplishments.

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