Programme Start
29 Jun 2026
In-person Programme
Canford Future Global Leaders
by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)
Future Global Leaders is a two-week programme for students aged 11–16 who want to explore politics, international relations and leadership.
Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
In-person Programme
Canford Future Global Leaders
by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)
Future Global Leaders is a two-week programme for students aged 11–16 who want to explore politics, international relations and leadership.
Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
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Key facts
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Ages 11–16
Age range / Year group
Ages 11–16
Location / Region
Wimborne
Cost
From £4,250
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In person
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Accommodation: Purpose-built boarding houses (residential campus)
Meals: All meals at Canford Summer School
Certificate: Interactive lessons with debates, simulations, and collaborative projects; “Time To Shine” group projects with weekly presentations; opportunities to develop English language skills; a weekly social programme (sports, performing arts, creative arts, tech, survival academy) plus talent showcase and disco nights; excursions to well-known UK locations; end-of-course report and certificate.
Outcomes: ["Understanding Global Systems", "Developing Leadership Skills", "Practising Debate and Diplomacy", "Applying Knowledge to Real Issues"]
TL;DR
Future Global Leaders is a two-week programme for students aged 11–16 who want to explore politics, international relations and leadership. The course blends academic study with practical experience, examining how governments function, how policies are formed, and how international organisations respond to conflict and cooperation. Case studies and simulations include negotiating in teams, debating key issues, and presenting proposals; leadership skills (communication, negotiation, listening and persuading) run through the programme, supported by educators with experience in politics and international relations.
What is Canford Future Global Leaders?
Future Global Leaders is a two-week programme for students aged 11–16 who want to explore politics, international relations and leadership. The course blends academic study with practical experience, examining how governments function, how policies are formed, and how international organisations respond to conflict and cooperation. Case studies and simulations include negotiating in teams, debating key issues, and presenting proposals; leadership skills (communication, negotiation, listening and persuading) run through the programme, supported by educators with experience in politics and international relations.
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Cost and what is included
From £4,250; includes Academic Subjects Residential Price: 4250.
Accommodation
Purpose-built boarding houses (residential campus)
Meals
All meals at Canford Summer School
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; Wimborne.
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Interactive lessons with debates, simulations, and collaborative projects; “Time To Shine” group projects with weekly presentations; opportunities to develop English language skills; a weekly social programme (sports, performing arts, creative arts, tech, survival academy) plus talent showcase and disco nights; excursions to well-known UK locations; end-of-course report and certificate.
Step-by-step process
- 1
15 hours of academic content per week
- 2
Time To Shine projects with end-of-week presentation ceremony
- 3
Opportunities to develop English language skills
- 4
Social programme (sports, performing arts, creative arts, tech, survival academy)
- 5
Excursions to well-known UK locations
- 6
Personalised end-of-course report and certificate of achievement
Key dates and deadlines
Reference date
Programme End
13 Jul 2026
Programme Start
13 Jul 2026
Programme End
27 Jul 2026
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Programme Start | 29 Jun 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Programme End | 13 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Programme Start | 13 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Programme End | 27 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Eligibility and requirements
Minimum English level: A1+
Minimum English level: B1+
Cost, funding, and what's included
Entry cost
From £4,250
What's included
Academic Subjects Residential Price: 4250
Curriculum / what you'll study
The programme covers the following focus areas.
Course Objectives and Modules
End of Course
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
Daily schedule overview
A typical day during the programme.
Time to Shine Project: Week One
Time to Shine Project: Week One
Time to Shine Project: Week Two
Time to Shine Project: Week Two
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