Spring & Summer courses for Teenagers 15-17
• Supportive and promotes learning
• Entertaining educational activities
Short spring & summer courses for Teenagers in Oxford
We offer English language programmes for teenagers aged 15-17 years old including Interactive English and Intensive English Exam Preparation. Our English courses start from elementary level. We also offer the academic course IB Introduction as well as subject-specific courses like Business in Oxford and Art and Digital Design in Oxford.
Academic support and pastoral care: We provide a supportive environment for you to develop your language in the 4 key skills, and help you to improve your vocabulary, fluency and accuracy
Flexible course structure: You can choose to study for 2+ weeks in March, June, July and August.
Attractive setting: Our courses are offered in a beautiful location close to the centre of Oxford
Rich academic programme: Our teaching approach enhances your learning experience and includes enjoyable study visits and entertaining excursions to places in the UK, including London
Develop international friendships: Our short summer courses have global appeal, so you can make lots of new friends and create unforgettable memories
Wide activities and excursions offering: Learn sports, develop skills, discover cultural attractions and have fun!
Located in Oxford: Live in residential houses within the city of Oxford
Course content: Our lessons are interesting and stimulate learning through a Theme of the Week and Guest Speaker events
A member of the English UK specialist group for Young Learners
Choose from the courses below:
Activities Timetable (sample)
View the sample activities timetable. Please note these are subject to change.
Themes of the Week (sample)
Week 1: Education and Academic Tradition in Oxford
- History of the University of Oxford & Oxford Colleges
- Famous Alumni
- Debate: Private vs state education
Week 2: Travel Around the World
- Broadening your mind
- AirBnB – blessing or a curse?
- Learn before you land – cultural awareness!
- Debate: Backpacking or all-inclusive holiday?
Week 3: Technology and Innovation
- Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok
- AI, VR, and the real world
- Sustainable energy sources for the future
Week 4: Music and Art
- Local Oxford Artists
- British Music Festivals
- Become an Artist!
Week 5: Global Women’s Issues
- FIFA Women’s World Cup
- Women at the University of Oxford
- Women in STEM, Business,
- Who are your female role models?
Week 6: British Values and Culture
- British Values
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- Democracy & Rule of Law
- Individual Liberty & Freedom of Speech
- Tolerance & Mutual Respect
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- Spice up your Life with Girl Bands
- Fish and Chips
Week 7: Festivals and Celebrations
- Celebrations around the world
- Masks, costumes, and pageants
- Multiculturalism – a barrier to integration?
Week 8: You’re the future!
- 12th August – International Youth Day
- Model United Nations
- Debate: What does our future look like with Gen Z?
Week 9: Live the green life!
- Veganism, food waste & Recycling
- Eco-friendly housing
- Transportation – e-cars all the way?
Spring & Summer courses brochure
Short courses available in the Spring & Summer
Study one of our short courses to develop new skills
Spring & Summer course enquiry
Please fill in this form to submit an enquiry on our teenager courses.
You may also wish to get in touch to arrange a campus tour or find out what it is like to live and study in the city of Oxford.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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