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Students aged 12 - 16

Headington Oxford Summer School

English Adventures

English Adventurers is an immersive two-week language programme for students of all levels, from A1 to C1.You’ll build your confidence in English through interactive lessons, practical tasks, and creative projects that bring the language to life. From structured grammar and vocabulary sessions to roleplay, debates, and collaborative writing, every activity is designed to help you communicate more fluently and effectively. Learning doesn’t stop in the classroom – you’ll also practise your English in real-world contexts, from cultural visits to group challenges that test your skills in new ways. With support from experienced language tutors, you’ll strengthen your accuracy, expand your vocabulary, and grow the confidence to use English naturally in academic and everyday situations.

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Mastering Everyday Communication

English Adventurers is a two-week programme for students at every stage of language learning, from A1 to C1. Lessons are interactive and practical, helping you build the skills you need to use English with confidence. You’ll work on grammar, vocabulary, speaking and writing in ways that connect directly to real communication.

Learning happens inside and outside the classroom. You’ll take part in discussions, roleplay, storytelling and collaborative projects that make language practice engaging and memorable. Excursions and fieldwork give you the chance to test your skills in authentic settings, turning the city into an extension of your classroom.

By the end of the course, you’ll notice real progress in fluency, accuracy and confidence. With guidance from experienced tutors, you’ll leave with a stronger command of English and the confidence to use it in academic settings, international exams, or everyday conversation.

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English Adventures

At a Glance

  • Price

    £4,095

  • Ages

    12-16

  • English Level

    All Levels

  • Duration

    2 weeks

  • Maximum Class Size

    15

  • Academic Content

    15 Hours of Lessons per Week

  • Starting Dates

    6th July 20th July & 27th July 2026

  • Language Support

    Included

  • Location

    Headington School, Oxford

Course Objectives

English Adventurers is a two-week language journey that builds confidence, fluency and expression across every level, from beginner to advanced. Lessons go beyond grammar and vocabulary, giving you the tools to communicate with clarity and style, whether in academic discussion or everyday conversation. Through projects, excursions and fieldwork, the classroom opens into the world around you, turning English into a living, shared experience. By the end, you’ll have grown not only in skill, but in the confidence to use your voice on an international stage.

Course Modules

Module 1: Communication in Action

Develop your speaking and listening skills through debates, role-plays and real-world scenarios. You’ll learn how to express ideas clearly, respond with confidence, and adapt your language to different contexts, from casual conversation to formal discussion.

Module 2: Language for Exploration

Build your reading and writing skills through projects that connect with culture, history and current events. From creative writing to article drafting, you’ll strengthen your ability to communicate in writing while expanding your vocabulary and understanding of English in context.

Module 3: English Beyond the Classroom

Take learning outside into the city and campus. Fieldwork tasks, interviews and collaborative projects turn language into a tool for discovery, helping you use English naturally and authentically in real-world settings.
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Key Learning Outcomes

Confident communication

Build fluency through discussions, role plays and short presentations, learning to express ideas clearly with natural pace and tone.

Reading and writing skills

Strengthen comprehension of articles, stories and reports, then produce accurate, engaging writing for different audiences and purposes.

Real-world application

Use English in practical tasks and fieldwork, conducting interviews, collaborating on projects and communicating effectively beyond the classroom.

Cultural understanding

Explore how language reflects culture and perspective, developing the awareness to adapt your English in international settings.

In Person Programme Benefits

Time to Shine is your platform each week to step forward and show what you can do. It’s where ideas turn into performances, experiments or displays, and where you learn to speak with clarity and confidence. Every showcase is a chance to practise presenting like a scientist, entrepreneur, or artist of the future, while celebrating how far you’ve come in just a few days.

Through Time to Shine, you’ll practise speaking clearly and confidently in front of an audience. Presenting your project helps you structure ideas, explain them in your own words and build the confidence to share them with others. These are the first steps in mastering public speaking, a skill that will support you far beyond the classroom.

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Time to Shine Project: Week One

Big Solutions Challenge

Take on the world’s toughest problems. Health, climate, peace, technology. Work with your team to imagine bold answers, then present them in a showcase of campaigns, inventions and performances.

The News Broadcast

Take the newsroom live. Script and perform a full news show reporting on a global crisis and its solutions. Step into the role of anchors and reporters as the audience watches the story unfold.

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Time to Shine Project: Week Two

Future Oxford Expo

Enter the Expo. Stands are built, pitches are prepared, the stage is set. Become the innovator who presents their work to an international crowd.

The Expo Stage

Entertain the Expo crowd with a performance piece. It could be a short play, a story or a spoken-word performance: whatever form it takes, deliver it live to the audience gathered at the stage.

Benefits

Mastering Public Speaking

Standing in front of your peers to present each week helps you grow in confidence and develop clear, engaging communication skills.
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Benefits

Building Confidence

Sharing your work regularly shows you how much you can achieve, and gives you the courage to express ideas with conviction.

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Creative Expression

Time to Shine lets you decide how to present your project – through a talk, performance, model or experiment – so you can showcase your strengths and interests.

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Celebrating Progress

Each showcase is a moment to recognise what you’ve achieved, reflect on your learning, and take pride in your work.

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Our Approach to Your Learning

Our Approach to Your Learning

At Headington School, our approach to learning in the General English programme is centered on creating an immersive and supportive environment where you can grow your language skills. We use a mix of engaging activities, multimedia resources, and real-life scenarios to help you practice and improve your English in a way that feels natural and enjoyable. Our experienced teachers are here to guide you every step of the way, offering personalised feedback and encouragement to help you reach your language goals. Whether you’re practicing your speaking skills in a group activity or writing an essay on a topic you love, our goal is to make learning English both effective and fun.

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I have found the social side of SBC really amazing. It is really easy to make friends here from all over the world and I have plenty of new connections

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English Adventures

What's Included?

  • 15 Hours of Academic Content Per Week

    15 hours of subject-specific academic content per week with an experienced subject tutor, delivered through interactive and hands-on lessons

  • Time To Shine Projects

    Opportunities to apply and share this knowledge through dynamic ‘Time To Shine’ group projects, culminating in an end-of-the-week ceremony in which you can present your innovative ideas to your peers.

  • Excursions

    Embark on excursions designed to ignite adventure and curiosity. Showcasing the best of UK culture that will broaden their horizons and create lasting memories including; Thorpe Park, London and Oxford.

  • Social Programme

    Students will immerse themselves in exciting multi-activities, including football, basketball, tennis, arts and crafts, and specialist activities like off-site bowling, talent shows, capture the flag and secret cinema, exploring their passions and building lasting friendships.

  • Develop English Language Skills

    Numerous opportunities throughout your academic programme to develop your English language skills, whether that’s building vocabulary to talk about your subject, or developing your speaking skills to present your Time To Shine project

  • End of Course Report and Certificate

    At the end of every SBC programme, each student receives a personalised end-of-course report alongside a certificate of achievement. These documents mark more than attendance — they reflect the progress you’ve made, the skills you’ve developed, and the contributions you’ve brought to your classes and projects. The report provides thoughtful feedback from your tutors, highlighting both your strengths and areas to keep building on, while the certificate stands as a formal recognition of your commitment and success. Together, they serve as lasting evidence of your growth and as valuable additions to future academic applications.

English Adventures

Dates & Prices

Start DateEnd DateDurationEnglish Adventures PriceAll Other Courses
Monday 6th JulyMonday 20th July2 Weeks£4,095 £3,685.50£4,595 £4,135.50
Monday 6th JulyMonday 27th July3 Weeks£6,142.50 £5,528.25-
Monday 6th JulyMonday 3rd August4 Weeks£8,190 £7,371£9,190 £8,271
Monday 20th JulyMonday 3rd August2 Weeks£4,095 £3,685.50£4,595 £4,135.50
Monday 20th JulyMonday 10th August3 Weeks£6,142.50 £5,528.25-
Monday 27th JulyMonday 10th August2 Weeks£4,095 £3,685.50-
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English Adventures at Headington Oxford

What level of English do I need to join the programme?

The programme is open to all levels, from A1 (beginner) through to C1 (advanced). You’ll be placed in a class that matches your ability so you can progress at the right pace.

How will my level be assessed?

Before arrival, you’ll take a short placement test. This helps us ensure you’re in the most suitable group.

Do I need to bring any special resources or materials?

Just a notebook, pens and your enthusiasm. All course materials will be provided by the school.

Will I get a certificate at the end?

Yes. All students receive a certificate of completion, which states the level you studied at and recognises your progress over the two weeks.

Speak with a member of our friendly admissions team

We’re happy to answer any questions you have and support you in finding the perfect experience.

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