Juniors

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Juniors Summer School

Location: Harrow School

Courses begin from: 6 July 2025*

Courses end on: 9 Aug 2025*

Ages: 09-12

Pricing: £2,395

* Specific start and end dates may vary by age group

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The Juniors Learning Experience

Teaching Style:

Interactive, hands-on learning led by experienced tutors. Lessons include games, group projects, and creative activities designed to keep younger learners engaged and excited about learning.

Subjects Available:

A broad range of age-appropriate subjects including Science, Maths, Creative Writing, History, Law, and Enterprise. All subjects are taught through engaging activities that spark interest and encourage exploration.

Academic & Personal Growth:

Students build confidence through fun academic challenges, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. Every day brings new opportunities to develop curiosity, resilience, and independence in a safe and supportive environment.

Opportunities Beyond the Classroom:

Daily social and cultural activities help students make friends, learn new skills, and explore their surroundings. Highlights include team games, talent shows, off-site trips, and end-of-course celebrations.

Popular Junior Courses

Science Explorers

Available for ages:

09-10

Duration: 1 week

Location: Harrow School

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Maths Explorers

Available for ages:

09-10

Duration: 1 week

Location: Harrow School

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Enterprise Explorers

Available for ages:

11-12

Duration: 1 week

Location: Harrow School

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Technology Explorers

Available for ages:

11-12

Duration: 1 week

Location: Harrow School

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Why Choose Oxford Summer Courses?

Is the Junior Summer School a safe and supportive environment?

Yes. Our junior courses are hosted at respected UK boarding schools like Harrow, with high safety standards in place. We provide 24/7 supervision, regular room checks, and a nurturing environment to ensure every student feels secure, supported, and cared for throughout their stay.

How is learning made engaging for 9–12-year-olds?

We use interactive learning methods designed specifically for younger learners. Through hands-on activities, creative exercises, and group projects, students stay actively involved and enjoy their academic journey. Whether it’s building a model, conducting a science experiment, or creating art tied to the curriculum, learning is made fun, memorable, and meaningful.

Will my child really stay at a top UK boarding school?

You do! Our junior courses are hosted at leading UK boarding schools such as Harrow School. While not affiliated with the schools themselves, you’ll live and learn in prestigious, historic settings known for academic excellence and exceptional pastoral care—designed to support young learners every step of the way.

Will the learning be adapted to my child’s needs and interests?

Yes. Our junior courses are designed to support each child’s learning style, with small class sizes and experienced tutors who adapt their teaching to suit different needs. Through interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and group work, we create a dynamic environment that builds confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.

Pricing

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Price

£2,395

Deposit:

£695

Available for ages:

9-10

11-12

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Payment plans are available, and you can apply for more than one course to extend your stay. For more details on what’s included, visit our what’s included page.

Junior Subjects

Creative Writing Explorers

Enterprise Explorers

History Explorers

Law Explorers

Maths Explorers

Medicine Explorers

Science Explorers

Technology Explorers

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Harry Potter Studios Tour

The Harry Potter Studios Tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Harry Potter movies, with interactive exhibits and displays that showcase the artistry and craftsmanship that went into creating the magical world of Hogwarts. Students can explore the Great Hall, see the actual sets used in the films, and even step inside the Hogwarts Express.

Oxford

Oxford is a world-renowned university city with stunning architecture, idyllic cobblestone streets, and rich history. It is home to some of the most iconic university buildings in the world, such as the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, which inspired the Hogwarts dining hall in the Harry Potter movies. Visiting Oxford is like taking a step back in time and discovering the quintessential beauty of England.

Tower of London

The Tower of London is a historic castle and fortress that has served as a royal palace, prison, and even a zoo over the centuries. Visitors can explore its impressive collection of buildings and exhibitions, including the iconic White Tower, the Crown Jewels, and the medieval palace. They can also learn about the infamous prisoners who were held in the tower over the centuries, including Anne Boleyn and Guy Fawkes.

Warwick Castle

Visiting Warwick Castle is an opportunity to explore the rich history of this magnificent medieval fortress. It dates back to the 11th century and has played a significant role in English history. Students can explore the castle's impressive collection of buildings and exhibitions, as well as witness jousting tournaments, falconry displays, and other live shows.

Typical outings

The Juniors Summer Courses experience

For ages

09-10

Our programme for 9–10-year-olds focuses on building curiosity, creativity, and confidence in a nurturing and engaging environment. Students take part in interactive lessons led by experienced tutors who use storytelling, games, and practical activities to make learning fun and accessible. With a small class size of up to 15 and close pastoral support, younger learners feel encouraged to ask questions, collaborate with classmates, and enjoy their first steps into academic exploration.

For ages

11-12

Students aged 11–12 enjoy a more structured but still highly interactive learning experience designed to spark independent thinking and deeper engagement. Lessons include creative projects, science experiments, and group challenges that build core skills like problem-solving, research, and communication. With supervised homework time and daily reflection sessions, students are supported academically while developing resilience, confidence, and a love for learning.

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Who Can Attend?

Our Juniors Summer School is for children aged 09–12. We create a friendly and supportive environment where they can grow in confidence, ask questions, and enjoy learning. Students are taught in small groups so they get plenty of attention and support from their teachers, with lessons suited to their age and needs.

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Stay at a Top UK Boarding School

For ages

09-10

Children aged 9–10 stay at leading UK boarding schools like Harrow School. They’re cared for in a warm, supportive environment with round-the-clock supervision, regular room checks, and safe, shared rooms that encourage friendships. Activities are age-appropriate, fun, and designed to build confidence while helping children settle happily.

Price:

£2,395

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For ages

11-12

Older juniors enjoy more independence while still benefiting from a secure and structured environment. Students stay in shared rooms supported by caring staff and surrounded by peers. Daily activities—both on-site and off-site—are designed to build teamwork, confidence, and lasting friendships in a safe and friendly atmosphere.

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£2,395

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Accomodation

Juniors stay at top UK boarding schools, including Harrow School. Students are accommodated in Standard (shared rooms), separated by gender, with regular room checks and 24/7 pastoral care. These supportive environments are designed to help young learners feel safe, comfortable, and at home throughout their stay.

Food and Catering

All junior students (ages 9–12) receive full-board catering, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided each day. Meals are served on-site in dedicated dining areas, with a variety of child-friendly and nutritious options available to suit different tastes and dietary requirements.

Adnaan

Mauritius

"The best lesson I have had so far was at Oxford Summer Courses when we studied Game Theory during the summer school, and when we did presentations in class about shops or platforms that we had to imagine ourselves."

Alejandro

Spain

"I loved having people from different cultural backgrounds in my Oxford Summer Courses summer school course\u2014they brought experiences to the conversation that I had never encountered before."

Anas

Australia

"The favourite thing about my subject at Oxford Summer Courses summer school was that, for the first time, I felt challenged, coming from someone who has studied Computer Science for 3 years in school (at GCSE and A Levels). It was kind of exciting and intimidating at the same time."

Aryaman

India

"Chemistry has always been my favourite subject, and my tutor made me love it even more. He shared insights not in books. An incredible learning experience."

Blythe

Hong Kong

"The best thing about Oxford Summer Courses is the kind teachers and friendships I've built. During the summer school, I adapted to being surrounded by people from many parts of the world. The environment was very welcoming. I learned a lot from the courses and enjoyed my time here immensely overall."

Bree

Canada

"The Creative Writing Course helped me properly analyse famous writers\u2019 works in order to fully understand them while letting me create my own short stories and poems."

Brett

USA

"The best part of my classes at Oxford Summer Courses would be the insight they’ve provided towards looking at history from different perspectives, and how important it is to properly gauge the usefulness of a source in your given essay. The summer school experience has been enriching and has allowed me to broaden my understanding of historical analysis."

Christian

Romania

"The classes at Oxford Summer Courses have simply amazed me, and the tutor has guided us every step of the way, focusing on our interests, but also developing our critical thinking by encouraging us to support our views and finding arguments to do so. The summer school experience has been invaluable in expanding my knowledge and skills."

Dev

United Kingdom

"My mentor at Oxford Summer Courses, Mr. Christian Holm, has been an absolute pleasure. I always look forward to his lessons, not only for my passion for economics but also because I feel Mr. Holm has been great at dissecting complicated and large ideas, making them simpler and easier to digest. The summer school experience with Mr. Holm as my mentor at Oxford Summer Courses has been invaluable in enhancing my understanding of economics."

Emma

Sweden

"You get the chance to ask questions at Oxford Summer Courses to someone that can tell you what it\u2019s like to work in that field and who can answer more difficult questions. You get a more inspiring insight into the subject than you get in your normal school."

Erin

Canada

"The course at Oxford Summer Courses made me realise that chemistry is all around me and there is much more than just the classroom."

Gabrielle

Australia

"I chose the same subject that I am studying at my own university (Classical Civilisations), but Oxford Summer Courses made me think about and view my subject in a different way that I hadn\u2019t been exposed to before in the summer school."

Gabrielle

Singapore

"The last 14 days at Oxford Summer Courses have allowed me the opportunity to study International Relations and Politics in a new environment, with tutors who were able to cover a broad scope of the subject with us at the summer school."

Irene

Panama

"Oxford Summer Courses has been such a unique and fulfilling experience with the help of the counsellors and mentors."

James

USA

"I liked how we were given complex problems to solve. This pushed me to learn more and gave me the motivation to want to learn more."

Jana

Palestine

"My tutor, Mrs. Hila Levy was really kind and helpful, she made sure that all of the students in her class clearly understand the new concepts that she explained, and she used to give us a full feedback when we finish our work."

Jennifer

India

"It has been exhilarating, all in all, to be a part of Oxford Summer Courses and I would definitely recommend it!"

Joshua

South Africa

"Inside the classroom we have learnt a great deal about a wide variety of topics such as game theory, evaluation, supply and demand, inflation and interest rates, allocation of resources which all fall under macroeconomic as well as microeconomics."

Katrina

USA

"I would love to do this course again in the future. Oxford Summer Courses is a place where you can make friends that live all over the globe. And a chance to explore Oxford, London, and enjoy all sorts of extracurricular activities."

Krisha

India

"We were taught about business: what is it? how can we set up our own businesses? How can we successfully one day become leading entrepreneurs? Our classes were very engaging and informative. We did lots of case studies which helped us understand better."

Loobdhak

Bahrain

"After finishing the course, I feel as if I have not only learnt more on this topic but also understood how important it is in our everyday life. We explored different parts of computer science such as Hardware, Software engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Game designing etc."

Magnus

Norway

"The main reason why I choose Oxford Summer Courses was to make new experiences, both with people and for myself to grow as an individual. Looking back now, the two weeks might be one of the most memorable and I am greatly thankful and satisfied."

Marina

Finland

"My tutor was very nice and encouraging, she gave me lots of feedback that helped me improve my writing."

Maxim

Russia

"Even though I consider myself an advanced student in this field, I still had something new to learn and feel as if there\u2019s plenty more that I could do."

Mitko

Macedonia

"The teaching is done so well here. I really like that my tutor broke down complicated issues into smaller subjects that we then discussed in-depth."

Oscar

Germany

"The tutorials were the best, with individual feedback and valuable suggestions. This personalized approach was helpful. The summer school was beneficial overall."

Patrick

Norway

"I will forever appreciate the time I have spent at Oxford Summer Courses. During my time there I gained new friendships from a range of different cultures and I learned new things that about myself."

Summer

New Zealand

"I like my course, business and entrepreneurship, because I can learn many things there and the teacher can be more focused in teaching me since there are only six students."