English Summer Camps for Students at Oxford Brookes University in England

English Summer School at Oxford Brookes University for Students Aged 12 to 17

 

Study English at Oxford Brookes: Every summer, the prestigious Headington Campus of Oxford Brookes University hosts our English Summer School for students aged 12 to 18. Located a short distance from the historic city centre, this award-winning modern campus offers extensive green spaces and contemporary architecture. Here, students develop their linguistic proficiency through 20 weekly lessons emphasising communication, grammar and fluency. Excellent on-site facilities include single en-suite or standard rooms, a large sports hall, shops and spacious dining areas. The cultural programme features full-day excursions to London, Windsor Castle and Stratford-upon-Avon, alongside visits to the Ashmolean Museum, Bourton-on-the-Water and Blenheim Gardens. Optional trips include Cambridge, Thorpe Park or Bicester Village. High supervision standards ensure a safe, immersive educational experience.

 

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Location: Headington Campus

The summer school takes place on Oxford Brookes University’s modern Headington Campus, a short walk from Oxford’s historic centre. All teaching, accommodation and meeting points are arranged around the John Henry Brookes Building, creating a compact and fully supervised environment.

Safety & Supervision

A Welfare Manager, residential staff and night supervisors ensure 24-hour care. Security teams monitor all access points and CCTV operates across campus. Attendance is checked at every lesson and activity. Students return to their residence by 22:30.

Key Points for Parents

• Placement testing on day one ✓

• Single en-suite or standard rooms ✓

• Weekly cleaning and on-site laundry ✓

• Full board in The Terrace dining hall ✓

• Packed lunches on excursion days ✓

• Shared transfers from Heathrow & Gatwick ✓

• ID cards with emergency contacts ✓
   

Excellence in English Education at Oxford Summer School

The English language programme at Oxford Brookes University is delivered within a stimulating academic environment that combines award-winning university facilities with Oxford’s prestigious scholarly atmosphere. The curriculum builds strong foundations in both speaking and comprehension, ensuring that students refine their linguistic skills in a setting designed for intellectual growth. Under the guidance of education professionals, participants gain precision, fluency and confidence in every session.

World-Class Instruction: Taught by Qualified Teachers in Oxford

The academic programme is specifically designed to transform theoretical learning into practical linguistic fluency. In well-equipped classrooms, students engage in lively debates, collaborative projects and teamwork exercises that mirror real-world interactions. Qualified Oxford-trained teachers ensure rapid progress in pronunciation and grammar, supported by an initial placement test to guarantee the correct learning level for every student.

British Council Accreditation at Oxford Brookes: A Guarantee of Quality

This English Summer School holds full accreditation from the British Council, confirming adherence to the rigorous standards of UK academic management. This independent certification validates the exceptional quality of tuition, resources and student welfare provided on the Headington Campus. It stands as a verifiable guarantee of educational excellence, ranking the course among the most respected English language programmes in the United Kingdom.

All-Inclusive programme – everything is one price, no extras:

Elite English tuition:	OX Summer Schools academic standard ✓
Secure accommodation:	Headington University Campus ✓
Privacy & Comfort:	Single rooms (No sharing) ✓ Modern student lounges ✓
Unrivalled care:	Supervision ratio 1:2 to 1:5 ✓
Inclusive dining:	Full board (The Terrace Hall) ✓
Vibrant leisure:	Daily activities & evening events ✓
World-class sports:	Large indoor sports hall ✓ Green outdoor areas ✓
Campus convenience:	On-site supermarket & cafés ✓ Free Wi-Fi ✓
Iconic excursions:	London, Windsor Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon ✓
Reliable transfers:	Airport transfer included ✓

 

Uncompromised Safety: Personal Attention & Security.

Individual support:	Dedicated Welfare Manager on site ✓
Campus security:	24-hour security team & CCTV monitoring ✓
Overnight safety:	Residential Night Supervisors ✓
Daily monitoring:	Mandatory attendance checks at every lesson ✓
Secure access:	Key access & strict 22:30 curfew ✓
Medical support:	First Aid trained staff on campus ✓
Boarding care:	Staff live in residence buildings ✓

 

Residential Community and Global Student Support at Oxford Brookes University

Each July and August, OX Summer Schools creates a self-contained international home on the modern Headington Campus. English-Learners from every continent live and study side by side, forming a diverse academic community shaped by shared classes, supervised activities and scheduled excursions. The campus environment encourages continuous English use in a structured and carefully monitored setting. Tuition fees and campus packages can be issued in multiple international currencies, including INR, TWD, HKD, TRY and widely used Arab currencies.

Admission for Students Aged 12 to 18

The English-programme accepts learners from 12 to 18 years during the summer period. Participants aged 18 may enrol only when travelling as part of an organised group with a responsible leader.

Eligibility Summary:

• Individual students: 12–17 years ✓

• Groups with a leader: 12–18 years ✓

• Age 18: accepted only within a group ✓
   

What Parents Can Expect from the English Summer School at Oxford Brookes University

The Oxford Brookes summer centre provides a structured academic environment combined with reliable residential care. Students follow a timetable of English lessons, supervised activities and scheduled excursions, all taking place on the modern Headington Campus. The setting reflects the standards of a UK university: lessons in well-equipped classrooms, continuous staff supervision and clearly defined welfare procedures. For many families, the programme offers a secure introduction to academic life in the United Kingdom, strengthening language skills while ensuring consistent pastoral support.

Accommodation and Full Board at Oxford Brookes University

Students are housed in single en-suite or standard rooms within the university’s residential buildings. Rooms include essential furnishings such as a desk, chair, wardrobe and Wi-Fi access. Accommodation is organised by age and gender.
A dedicated Hall Manager, residential staff and a 24-hour security team ensure that students are supervised at all times. Communal lounges provide structured spaces for interaction between lessons and activities.
Full board is included. All meals are taken in The Terrace dining hall, with packed lunches supplied on excursion days.

Meals & Dietary Options

All catering is provided on campus and follows university food-safety standards.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily, with a choice of hot and cold dishes and a vegetarian option at every meal. Dietary needs can be accommodated when communicated in advance, including medical, religious or allergy-related requirements.

Leisure Programme at Oxford English Summer School

Students at Oxford Brookes University follow a structured activity timetable designed to complement their academic schedule. All sessions are led and supervised by trained Activity Leaders who ensure that students take part safely and confidently. The Headington Campus provides indoor and outdoor areas where students can join sports, creative workshops and evening events in a secure university setting.

category	aktivity
Sports and Evening Events at Oxford Brookes	Indoor sports hall used for badminton, basketball and indoor football.
	Outdoor green areas available for supervised games.
	Evening options include discos, film nights, quizzes, cultural clubs, photo scavenger hunts, team games, treasure hunts and themed events.
Excursions Included in the Oxford Programme	Full-day destinations: London, Windsor Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon.
	Half-day visits: Bourton-on-the-Water & Model Village, Woodstock & Blenheim Gardens, Cotswold Wildlife Park
	Ashmolean Museum, Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Christ Church College
Airport Transfers for Oxford Brookes Summer School	Transfers arranged from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Stansted; journey time between 1h45 and 2h30 depending on airport.
	Representatives welcome arriving groups and coordinate onward travel to the campus.
Campus Services at Oxford Brookes	Weekly room and communal-area cleaning, self-service laundry (paid per wash/dry cycle)
	On-site supermarket and cafés, 24-hour security, night supervisors, meeting point beside the John Henry Brookes Building.
	Campus-wide Wi-Fi
Optional Upgrades at Oxford Brookes	Optional excursions available: Cambridge, Thorpe Park
	London Eye, Madame Tussauds, Thames River Cruise
	Bicester Village

 

Arrival at Oxford Brookes University

Students should travel to London Heathrow or London Gatwick, as return transfers from both airports are included in the programme price. Shared transfers operate on scheduled arrival days, and waiting times are to be expected. To keep the transfer process smooth and efficient, arrival and departure between 11:00 and 17:00 are recommended.

Shared transfers may require students to wait for other arriving groups. Travel outside the recommended time window is possible, but an additional charge applies.

 

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Visa Information and Support for the Oxford English Summer School

Most international students attending the Oxford Brookes summer camp enter the United Kingdom on a Standard Visitor Visa, as the programme runs during the summer and remains within the permitted study duration. Families who require a visa receive full administrative support from OX Summer Schools throughout the process.

Our Visa Assistance for Families

Parents receive all documentation needed for the application, including:

• official booking confirmation and payment receipt ✓

• proof of accommodation on the Oxford Brookes campus ✓

• details of airport transfers and supervision arrangements ✓

• emergency contacts and arrival information for UK Border Force ✓

Upon request, families are guided step-by-step through the document requirements to ensure that the application is complete and compliant. The team provides guidance on parental consent letters for minors, travel details and the correct presentation of papers at the border.

Important Requirements

Parents should ensure that:

• the student’s passport is valid for the entire stay ✓

• visa documents are carried in hand luggage ✓

• any required parental consent letters are prepared in advance ✓

At the airport, UK Border Force may ask to see confirmation of enrolment, transfer arrangements and the centre’s emergency contact details provided in the arrival pack.