Ages 15-17
Pre-University Experience
SBC are excited to offer students attending Sanction Wood School a discounted rate to attend a 2 week summer programme.
The Cambridge College Summer School, hosted by Sancton Wood School, gives students the opportunity to live and study in the renowned university city of Cambridge. With its celebrated history and culture, few places can capture your imagination as much as the city of Cambridge. As well as being home to Cambridge University, founded in 1209 AD, the city is also world-renowned for being home to some of the most exciting and innovative tech start-ups. This blend of tradition and innovation makes it one of the most exciting places in the world to study.
At Cambridge College Summer School, you’ll discover your career passions through a series of engaging and challenging academic seminars, lectures and workshops. Not only that, but you also have the added benefit of direct access to industry-leading professionals to develop the skills and attitudes needed beyond the classroom.
Cambridge College Summer Course
Our summer schools in Cambridge offer 25 Hours of Academic Content Per Week
Action-packed programme of guest speakers and industry experiences each week designed to give you first-hand insight into your chosen field
In recognition of the students’ accomplishments, a graduation ceremony is held at the end of the Cambridge summer course
At the end of the Cambridge summer school programme, students will receive a certificate of completion and a reference letter
Cambridge College summer school offers exceptional pre-university experiences, designed by inspiring academics and enhanced by industry professionals. Ideal for ambitious students seeking to combine subject-specific study with real-world professional experiences; developing skills that will benefit higher education and give invaluable insights into future career prospects.
Discover your passion on one of our future-focused programmes at Cambridge College summer school.
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The immersive Cambridge summer school programme will empower you with the skills needed to succeed at university and in your future career.
At the core of our student-centred academic approach is a commitment to nurturing not just subject knowledge, but also 21st-century skills including communication, critical thinking, and collaboration. Through interactive lectures, dynamic seminars, and hands-on practical workshops, we seek to engage and inform students in a variety of ways.
In particular, we emphasise the development of your public speaking and teamwork through group work and our Time to Shine projects.
Dive deeper into your field beyond the classroom
Enhance your academic foundation with our comprehensive Industry Experience sessions. These sessions are both on-site, in which you will participate in workshops that are led by an industry professional and blend practical engagement with immersive learning, and off-site. Our off-site sessions involve excursions that complement your course content, broadening your understanding of the real-world applications of your chosen subject.
Stand out in your university application
Whether you’re looking to apply for a UK university or just keen to make sure your university application is as strong as possible, our academic coaching sessions aim to ensure you stand apart from your peers. These workshops will not just focus on writing personal statements and preparing for university, but also help you to develop your public speaking skills, an integral skill for university courses.
Leaders of today inspiring the leaders of tomorrow
Every Wednesday morning, students on our Cambridge summer course can interact with leading professionals and academics. These sessions offer insightful discussions, expert views, and Q&A sessions that promote intellectual growth. They also provide a profound level of insight, allowing students to make informed decisions about their future studies and careers.
At the end of each week, students come together and take part in a group presentation in front of their tutors and peers, which we call Time to Shine. These projects are a highlight of the week’s work and allow students to showcase their learning and academic skills. Our students gain valuable experience by practising their collaboration and presentation skills in front of a larger audience.
At the end of their Cambridge summer school experience, college students will receive a certificate of completion and a reference letter from their tutor that details their academic achievements during the two-week programme. They will also receive guidance on character attributes and future aspirations, supporting their admission to the university of their choice or to their chosen career.
Our Cambridge College Summer School replicates the style of a city university, with teaching taking place at Sancton Wood School. Living residences are just a short walk away in purpose-built student accommodation.
The school’s recent £10 million campus investment gives students the space for a stimulating learning environment with specialist lab facilities for science, as well as specialist areas for art and drama.
Students will love taking in the rich atmosphere of Cambridge, with the historic city centre only a short 15-minute walk away. This places students within easy reach of such breathtaking views as King’s College Chapel, with its intricate Gothic architecture, and punting along the river Cam.
Students also have access to Parker’s Piece, which is one of the largest and best-kept green spaces for sports and activities in the city. According to local legend, this is the actual birthplace of football!
Sancton Wood is near Cambridge University Botanic Garden, with other landmarks such as The Corpus Clock The University Museum of Zoology and Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences within walking distance too.
We’re proud to celebrate our students’ achievements in style with a formal graduation ceremony. At the end of each two-week summer course the graduation ceremony offers moments of reflection and an opportunity to recognise achievements, both personal and academic, alongside new friends.
A graduation certificate will be presented to students during the special ceremony. We’ll also provide a report outlining all accomplishments while studying with us, along with helpful tips to guide learners in the right direction towards future success. Graduation is often the highlight of many students’ experience. It offers the chance to dress up, have fun and celebrate the amazing friendships that have been formed during their stay.
SBC goes above and beyond the curriculum through experiential learning. Our students are challenged to use and demonstrate new abilities in a nurturing and encouraging environment. Students have the opportunity to develop 21st-century skills throughout the programmes, with opportunities to develop critical thinking, leadership, communication and teamwork.
Students are actively encouraged to take the initiative, think critically and to cooperate with others to solve problems, simulating what we do every day in a work environment. This is done under the direction of our inspirational teachers.
Additionally, Cambridge summer course students take part in our Industry Experience programme. These sessions are both on-site, in which you will participate in on-campus workshops led by an industry professional and blend practical engagement with immersive learning, and off-site, in which students engage in excursions that complement and broaden our student’s horizons.
We place the student experience at the heart of everything we do; having caring, inspirational tutors with vast subject knowledge and world experience is paramount. We purposefully work with tutors who are not only experts in their subject, but who are highly skilled in bringing the very best out of young people. Teaching is both an art and a science. We go above and beyond to find approachable professionals, with compassion and flair, and whose values align with our own; ensuring a lasting impact that will live long after our students’ final class with us.
Industry Experience is another highlight of our Cambridge summer school programme, where students take part in a series of workshops and lectures led by industry professionals in their respective fields. The Industry Experience element of our courses provides an insight into the professional dimension of working in their chosen field of study, so that students can make informed decisions as to their future career choices. Everything about SBC’s Industry Experience is designed to extend the experience beyond the classroom.
The safety and wellbeing of students is our number one priority. We have a comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and procedures in place to which all employees, volunteers, visitors, and contractors are obligated to adhere to.
As part of this, students are accommodated in secure and comfortable accommodations during their stay. Cambridge is consistently ranked as one of the safest cities within the United Kingdom and provides a perfect backdrop to a safe and comfortable college experience.
Each of our college sites is composed of dedicated and experienced College Mentors and Social Welfare Managers to ensure that students have the best possible experience during their college journey. All staff are given extensive training to create an environment where all students feel safe, secure, valued, and respected whilst studying with SBC. These friendly and caring staff are always available to provide high-quality pastoral support and remain on call 24 hours per day.
Our students’ voice is paramount to the college experience and as such we empower our students to shape their own experiences by championing that voice. SBC is committed in our response to student feedback and welcome to student-led initiatives which help us to continue to provide excellent service.
Cambridge College Summer School – Sancton Wood
| Start Date | End Date | Times | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 7th July 2024 | Saturday 20th July 2024 | 8.45 – 16:30 | 2 Weeks | £250 |
| Sunday 21st July 2024 | Saturday 3rd August 2024 | 8.45 – 16:30 | 2 Weeks | £250 |
| Sunday 4th August 2024 | Saturday 17th August 2024 | 8.45 – 16:30 | 2 Weeks | £250 |
| The course runs Monday – Friday each week. | ||||
| Students who attend the course are welcome to join the graduation dinner on the final Friday. | ||||
| Please note: These are non-residential and prices listed above are exclusively for Sancton Wood students. | ||||
Cambridge College Summer School includes:
25 Hours of tuition per week
Progress Report and End-of-Course Certificate
Lunch
Cambridge College Summer School T-shirt
See our campus sample timetable here.
The Cambridge summer school programme takes place at our own Dukes Education facilities including Sancton Wood School, Cardiff Sixth Form College Cambridge and St. Andrews College Cambridge.
The academic programme takes place at nearby Sancton Wood School, ranked as one of the UK’s Top 10 Independent Schools (Sunday Times, 2022). The recently developed school boasts an impressive campus which offers students the space for a stimulating learning environment with specialist facilities for science, art and drama. This family-orientated environment creates a homely feel which offers a calm and engaging place to learn. Students may also visit and learn at other Dukes Education facilities such as Cardiff Sixth Form College Cambridge and St. Andrews College Cambridge.
Students of Sancton Wood do not receive accommodation during the programme and will be required to be dropped off at 08.30am and picked up at 16:30pm.
To make a booking please email info@summerboardingcourses.co.uk and our dedicated admissions managers will be in touch to support you with your booking.
At the end of the Cambridge summer school programme, all students receive a certificate of attendance from their College Principal at their graduation ceremony.
As safeguarding and welfare is our number one priority, we always ensure that our staff-to-student ratio remains high throughout the summer. We have a manager at each campus who is responsible for the student’s welfare, safety, and pastoral needs.
Additionally, we have a team of College Mentors who are in charge of the day-to-day care of the students, who can be contacted if students require any assistance. All employees receive Safeguarding training before the summer, and each site has designated first aiders. This ensures that students receive the absolute best care possible.
Our team of welcoming and helpful employees is on hand to assist students every day, 24/7.
We’re here to help you choose the ideal summer experience. Schedule a no-obligation call with a member of our friendly team to explore your options, ask questions, and receive expert guidance tailored to your child’s interests and goals.
