Key Facts
Duration	2 weeks
Locations	Oxford, Cambridge
Age range	13–19
Teaching format	small academic groups
Accommodation	full board

Find Your Academic Direction Through an Oxford & Cambridge Summer Experience

A selective, intensive summer school in Oxford and Cambridge for motivated students aged 14–19 — combining rigorous tutorials, expert guidance, and a carefully structured residential experience that builds clarity, confidence, and ambition.

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A selective, intensive academic programmes in Oxford for motivated students aged 14–19, combining rigorous tutorials, expert guidance, and a carefully structured residential experience that builds clarity, confidence, and ambition.

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What is Oxbridge Summer Scholars?

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Why families choose Oxbridge Summer Scholars?

Selective Programme

Every applicant is interviewed to ensure strong English fluency, academic motivation, and readiness for intensive study. This creates a focused, like-minded community where students learn alongside peers who are equally driven and ambitious.

Intensive Academic Schedule

Learning is immersive and demanding, with up to 8 hours of structured academic study each day. This intensity mirrors real university expectations and helps students build intellectual stamina and confidence.

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Oxbridge Tutorial System

Students learn through a rigorous combination of daily lectures, interactive seminars, and small-group tutorials inspired by Oxford and Cambridge teaching. Tutorials are capped at up to 6 students, encouraging discussion, independent thinking, and deep understanding.

40+ Expert Tutors per Programme

Our programmes are taught by 40+ subject specialists, including current and former Oxford and Cambridge academics. Tutors teach to their research interests, providing personalised guidance and exposure to advanced ideas that prepare students for undergraduate study.

Individual Project & Enrichment

Alongside academic study, each student completes an individual research project, developing critical thinking and writing skills with expert feedback. Beyond the classroom, students take part in 10+ extracurricular activities, cultural visits, and social events — creating a balanced and inspiring experience.

Dedicated Arrival Support

To make travelling to Oxford as straightforward as possible, OSS can arrange private airport transfers from any London airport directly to your Oxford college for an additional fee. This door-to-door service is highly recommended for students under 18 travelling to the UK independently and is particularly popular with families whose children are visiting the UK for the first time.

Intensive Academic Schedule

Oxbridge Tutorial System

40+ Expert Tutors per Programme

Individual Project & Enrichment

Dedicated Arrival Support

To make travelling to Oxford as straightforward as possible, OSS can arrange private airport transfers from Heathrow or Gatwick directly to the Oxford college for an additional fee. This optional door-to-door service is particularly popular with families whose children are travelling to the UK independently or for the first time.

Selective Programme

Chosen by students worldwide

Discover authentic reflections and personal accounts from past Oxbridge Scholars whose experiences continue to shape their academic and professional journeys.

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Elaine

New Zealand

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Petrus

South Africa

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Kate

New Zealand

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Kai

Singapore

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Kian

South Africae

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Olivia

Australia

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Oliver

New Zealand

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Anthony

New Zealand

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Raul

Brazil

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Choose your stream

Delivered in Oxford, each stream offers an interdisciplinary academic experience. Over two weeks, students learn from 40+ tutors, gaining depth in their chosen field while exploring a wider range of ideas.

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Junior Programmes

14-15 YEARS OLD

Programme Start Dates:

December 6-19, 2026

Location:

St. Peter's College, Oxford

Programme Streams:

Science, Innovation and Technology

Medical and Biological Sciences

Business, Economics, and Entrepreneurship

Law, PPE, and Global Issues

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Senior Programmes

16-19 YEARS OLD

Programme Start Dates:

December 6-19, 2026

Location:

St. Peter's College, Oxford

Programme Streams:

Science, Innovation and Technology

Medical and Biological Sciences

Business, Economics, and Entrepreneurship

Law, PPE, and Global Issues

Programme outcomes

Gain a genuine insight into Oxbridge-style learning while developing academic excellence, critical thinking, and global perspectives within a community of motivated peers from around the world.

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Clearer academic direction

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Increased confidence in chosen subjects

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Exposure to elite academic standards

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A global peer network

Clearer academic direction

Increased confidence in chosen subjects

Exposure to elite academic standards

A global peer network

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Learning Beyond the Classroom

The Oxbridge Summer Scholars programme offers an experience that extends far beyond the classroom. Throughout the programme, students combine academic study with cultural exploration and the opportunity to experience university traditions and supervised social activities, creating a memorable and well-rounded educational experience.

Formal Gala Dinner

Embrace the tradition of formal dining at Oxford and Cambridge. Enjoy a sumptuous meal in a historic hall, dressed in elegant attire, and experience the time-honoured customs of these prestigious universities.

Day Trip to Cambridge

Spend a full day exploring the city where your programme isn’t hosted. Oxford students visit Cambridge, wandering its historic colleges, riverside paths, and iconic landmarks, while

Blenheim Palace

Walk through the magnificent halls and gardens of Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill. Experience history, grandeur, and the stories behind one of Britain’s most iconic landmarks.

Bodleian Library

Step into the heart of Oxford scholarship. Explore centuries-old manuscripts, historic reading rooms, and treasures that have inspired generations of scholars.

City Photo Hunt

Turn the city into your playground. Capture historic streets, colleges, and riverside sights while racing against the clock and discovering hidden corners of Oxford & Cambridge.

Theatre Evening

As part of your cultural programme, experience a live theatre performance and engage with the UK's rich artistic and theatrical traditions.

Festive Ice-Skating in Cambridge

Glide under twinkling lights at Cambridge’s seasonal ice rink during our December programme. Share laughter, challenge friends, and soak in the festive atmosphere of this charming city.

Evening Activities

Make every evening an adventure. From Karaoke and Just Dance to Casino Night, Ultimate Game Show, and Jeopardy, these activities are a chance to unwind, compete, and bond with new friends.

Junior Explorer Field Trips

Explore Oxford beyond the classroom. From the Ashmolean Museum and History of Science Museum to the Botanic Garden and Mini BMW Plant, every visit sparks curiosity and hands-on discovery.

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Formal Gala Dinner

Day Trip to Cambridge

Spend a full day exploring the city where your programme isn’t hosted. Oxford students visit Cambridge, wandering its historic colleges, riverside paths, and iconic landmarks, while

Blenheim Palace

Walk through the magnificent halls and gardens of Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill. Experience history, grandeur, and the stories behind one of Britain’s most iconic landmarks.

Bodleian Library

Step into the heart of Oxford scholarship. Explore centuries-old manuscripts, historic reading rooms, and treasures that have inspired generations of scholars.

City Photo Hunt

Turn the city into your playground. Capture historic streets, colleges, and riverside sights while racing against the clock and discovering hidden corners of Oxford & Cambridge.

Theatre Evening

As part of your cultural programme, experience a live theatre performance and engage with the UK's rich artistic and theatrical traditions.

Festive Ice-Skating in Cambridge

Glide under twinkling lights at Cambridge’s seasonal ice rink during our December programme. Share laughter, challenge friends, and soak in the festive atmosphere of this charming city.

Evening Activities

Make every evening an adventure. From Karaoke and Just Dance to Casino Night, Ultimate Game Show, and Jeopardy, these activities are a chance to unwind, compete, and bond with new friends.

Junior Explorer Field Trips

Explore Oxford beyond the classroom. From the Ashmolean Museum and History of Science Museum to the Botanic Garden and Mini BMW Plant, every visit sparks curiosity and hands-on discovery.

Meet our experienced tutors

Our tutors include highly qualified experts from the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, and Imperial College, London, many of whom are current or former faculty members.

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90% have a degree from Oxford, Camrbidge and G5 Universities
85% have research master's degrees (MPhil/BPhil) and undergraduate teaching experience
75% have PhD and undergraduate teaching experience
We also invite industry professionals - special guest speakers, e.g. doctors, lawyers, architects, and novelists, who have both Oxbridge backgrounds and professional experience in their chosen fields.

All-Inclusive Programme Cost

Everything your child needs for an unforgettable Oxbridge experience

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Early Bird Price

£6350

For applications submitted by 31 August

Programme fee increases from 1 September

Fee Structure

£500 non-refundable registration fee (payable upon enrolment)

£5,850 remaining programme fee

What's included?*

College accommodation

Full board (3 meals)

All tutoring

Trips/extracurricular activities

24/7 supervision by trained staff

* Optional airport transfers are available for an additional fee.

Not included: International travel to and from the UK

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How to apply & What happens next

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Trusted by parents

Parents value the programme’s academic integrity, safety standards, and supportive environment.

"Hannah had an exceptional experience at the Oxford Summer School and returned home inspired, motivated and with a renewed sense of purpose. The staff were outstanding throughout. Hannah felt safe, valued and challenged in equal measure.
Hannah has returned with greater confidence, a clearer focus on her future and a genuine excitement for learning."

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Sue Mulholland

"Still the first thing my son talks about, months later.
My son attended OSS during the summer and what strikes me most, as his mother, is that he still brings it up constantly - the friendships, the tutors, the college life. It was clearly more than just a programme to him. It became a memory he will carry forever, and one that shaped the way he sees his future. We are deeply grateful!"

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Naomi K

"A transformative Experience for our Daughter!
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I sent my daughter to the December OSS program and she returned more confident, curious, and focused than ever!
The academic standard and staff care far exceeded our expectations, I couldn't recommend OSS more highly."

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Explore the defining features of Oxbridge Summer Scholars: academic sessions led by expert tutors, enriching cultural activities, and an inspiring international learning environment.
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