Programme End
8 Mar 2026
In-person Programme
Canford Future Scientists (STEM)
by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)
Future Scientists introduces students to the methods and questions that define modern science.
Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
In-person Programme
Canford Future Scientists (STEM)
by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)
Future Scientists introduces students to the methods and questions that define modern science.
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
Space & physicsNatural SciencesScience
Meals: Accommodation and all meals at Canford Summer School
Certificate: 15 hours of subject-specific academic content per week Maximum class size 15 “Time To Shine” group projects with end-of-week presentations/ceremony Excursions including Thorpe Park and cultural trips to London Social programme with sports, performing arts, creative arts, tech and survival academy, plus talent showcase and disco nights End-of-course report and certificate Accommodation and all meals (campus offering)
Outcomes: ["Understand Core Scientific Principles", "Apply Knowledge Through Experiments", "Develop Analytical Thinking", "Communicate Scientific Ideas"]
TL;DR
Future Scientists introduces students to the methods and questions that define modern science. Across two weeks, students study biology, chemistry and physics through practical experiments, observation and analysis, building both understanding and technique while investigating real problems and presenting clear scientific explanations.
What is Canford Future Scientists (STEM)?
Future Scientists introduces students to the methods and questions that define modern science. Across two weeks, students study biology, chemistry and physics through practical experiments, observation and analysis, building both understanding and technique while investigating real problems and presenting clear scientific explanations.
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Cost and what is included
From £4,250; includes Tuition, accommodation, meals, activities: 4250.
Meals
Accommodation and all meals at Canford Summer School
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; Wimborne.
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Compare with similar programmesWhat you actually do
Students learn to test ideas and explain findings with clarity through experiments, demonstrations and guided research. The course includes designing investigations, collecting and interpreting data, presenting results, exploring new scientific developments and ethical questions, and working collaboratively through group challenges. Teaching is led by educators with a background in the sciences.
Step-by-step process
- 1
15 hours of subject-specific academic content per week
- 2
Maximum class size 15
- 3
“Time To Shine” group projects with end-of-week presentations/ceremony
- 4
Excursions including Thorpe Park and cultural trips to London
- 5
Social programme with sports, performing arts, creative arts, tech and survival academy, plus talent showcase and disco nights
- 6
End-of-course report and certificate
- 7
Accommodation and all meals (campus offering)
Key dates and deadlines
Reference date
Programme Start
29 Jun 2026
Programme End
13 Jul 2026
Programme Start
13 Jul 2026
Programme Start
20 Jul 2026
Programme End
27 Jul 2026
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Programme Start | 20 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Programme End | 27 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Eligibility and requirements
inimum English level: B1+
No science background required; work is open to all (students with experience will still be stretched)
Cost, funding, and what's included
Entry cost
From £4,250
Funding or discounts
- SBC’s Summer Schools Scholarship Programme
What's included
Tuition, accommodation, meals, activities: 4250
Curriculum / what you'll study
The programme covers the following focus areas.
Modules
Deliverables
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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