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

Course Description: International English Learning, Culture and Activities Residential 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 → Breakfast & 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 - 5:45 PM → Afternoon Activities (sports, arts, team games, and excursions)

• 5:45 PM - 6:30 PM → Dinner in the dining hall

• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM → Evening Activities

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

Students stay in comfortable, larger dormitory-style rooms with shared bathrooms, offering a sociable and welcoming environment. The campus provides common rooms, laundry facilities, and free Wi-Fi. All meals are served in the school dining hall, with dietary needs accommodated if communicated in advance.

Facilities Include:

• Indoor swimming pool

• Outdoor sports grounds

• Sports hall & pavilion

• Art room

• Climbing wall

• 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

✅ Accommodation: Full board in Summer Fields’ boarding houses with shared study bedrooms

✅ Meals: All meals provided in the school dining hall

✅ 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)