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Creative Writing Scholars
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Join the Creative Writing Scholars Summer School
At Oxford Summer Courses, our Creative Writing Scholars summer school is designed for students aged 12–14 who enjoy storytelling, imagination, and expressing ideas through writing. This Creative Writing Scholars summer school introduces key elements of creative writing such as character, setting, and narrative structure, while helping students build confidence, creativity, and communication skills.
Students learn in small groups through interactive sessions led by experienced tutors who specialise in working with younger learners. Through writing exercises, group discussions, and creative activities, students are encouraged to develop their ideas and explore their own voice as writers. By experimenting with different styles and techniques, students gain an engaging introduction to creative writing. If you’re ready to start your writing journey, you can apply now to be considered for a place.
About Creative Writing
Creative writing is about using language to tell stories, express ideas, and explore imagination. It includes a wide range of forms, from short stories and descriptive writing to dialogue and poetry.
Students interested in creative writing often also explore subjects such as History Scholars, where storytelling connects with real events, and Law Scholars, where communication and argument play an important role. At our Creative Writing Scholars summer school, students explore how writing can be used in different ways across subjects and contexts.
Learning and Thinking Like a Writer
Preparation for creative writing is about observation, imagination, and practice. Rather than following a fixed reading list, students on our Creative Writing Scholars summer school are introduced to ideas through guided writing exercises and creative prompts during the course.
Students are encouraged to experiment with language, explore different perspectives, and develop their own style. This approach helps build confidence and creativity, while developing skills that are useful across subjects such as History Scholars and other humanities-based courses.
How You’ll Learn
Our Creative Writing Scholars summer school is built around small-group teaching, allowing students to actively participate and develop their ideas through discussion, writing, and feedback. Tutors guide students through creative exercises while encouraging them to share their work and learn from others.
Academic time is structured around small group classes, with students receiving 12 hours of lessons over one week. The lessons are designed to be fun, interactive, and engaging, helping students develop creativity and confidence in their writing. Teaching is based around interactive presentations, hands-on writing activities, group discussions, and Q&A sessions, ensuring that every student is involved in the learning process.
There is no fixed curriculum. Tutors adapt sessions based on their experience and the interests of the group, meaning that each course is slightly different and tailored to the students taking part.
Learn from Supportive Tutors
Our Creative Writing Scholars tutors are experienced educators who specialise in working with younger students. They create a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel comfortable sharing their ideas and developing their writing.
Many of our tutors enjoy teaching creative writing because it allows them to help students build confidence, explore imagination, and develop their own voice. This creates a positive and inspiring learning environment where students can grow creatively. To learn more, explore our tutor profiles page and discover their backgrounds.
What You’ll Explore
Topics explored on our Creative Writing Scholars summer school vary depending on the tutor and the interests of the group, but are designed to introduce students to key elements of writing. Students may explore storytelling techniques, descriptive writing, character development, and how to structure ideas.
As the course develops, students may take part in writing exercises and group discussions that help them refine their ideas and develop their skills. These sessions highlight how writing can be used creatively and effectively in different contexts.
Skills, Confidence, and Is This the Right Course for You?
Taking part in our Creative Writing Scholars summer school helps students develop important skills such as communication, creativity, critical thinking, and confidence in expressing ideas. It also encourages students to explore their imagination and develop their own voice.
This course is particularly suited to students who enjoy writing, storytelling, and creative thinking. Exploring creative writing through a Creative Writing Scholars summer school allows students to build confidence and discover new ways to express themselves — you can apply now to take the next step.
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FAQs about Our Summer Courses
No, Oxford Summer Courses is a private education company. While we host our programmes at prestigious venues such as Oxford and Cambridge colleges, Harrow School, and international locations, we are not affiliated with or endorsed by any university or institution.
Our teaching style is tailored by age group. Students aged 9–12 benefit from interactive, hands-on learning. For ages 13–15, we offer seminars and small group discussions. For students aged 16–24, we use a tutorial-style approach, where participants engage deeply with subjects alongside expert tutors.
Accommodation varies by location and age group. Students may stay in university college residences, prestigious boarding schools, or high-quality residential venues. All options are fully supervised and include meals, comfortable rooms, and access to common areas and facilities.
We recommend applying early to secure your place. Our courses tend to fill up quickly — particularly in popular locations and subjects — and early applicants are more likely to secure their preferred dates and accommodation.
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