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    International Summer School

    by Dean Close International Summer School

    Summer 2026 includes English lessons designed to build confidence and communication skills, paired with project-based learning and Skills Academies.

    Last verified: 4 Mar 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
    International Summer School

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    Key facts

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Ages 9–17

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 9–17

    Location / Region

    Cheltenham

    Cost

    From £2,900

    Duration

    2 weeks

    Format

    In person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Upcoming cycle

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    Accommodation: Boarding House

    Meals: Varied and healthy menu with dishes from around the world and classic British favourites

    Certificate: Build confidence and develop practical English skills for real-world use Placement into the right class level via a placement test after arrival Improve through frequent opportunities to practise English in real-life situations during activities, excursions, and events Receive an end-of-course report and certificate

    Outcomes: ["Build confidence and develop practical English skills for real-world use", "Placement into the right class level via a placement test after arrival", "Improve through frequent opportunities to practise English in real-life situations during activities, excursions, and events", "Receive an end-of-course report and certificate"]

    TL;DR

    Summer 2026 includes English lessons designed to build confidence and communication skills, paired with project-based learning and Skills Academies. Students live and learn on a safe, enclosed campus in Cheltenham, with excursions to UK cities and on-campus activities.

    What is International Summer School?

    Summer 2026 includes English lessons designed to build confidence and communication skills, paired with project-based learning and Skills Academies. Students live and learn on a safe, enclosed campus in Cheltenham, with excursions to UK cities and on-campus activities.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    From £2,900; includes Tuition Fees (Residential):: 2900.

    Accommodation

    Boarding House

    Meals

    Varied and healthy menu with dishes from around the world and classic British favourites

    Provider details

    Review the Dean Close International Summer School provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    2 weeks; Cheltenham.

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    What you actually do

    Students explore cities (including London, Oxford, Bath, Bristol, Stratford-upon-Avon), join afternoon group activities and evening social programmes, take part in Skills Academies, and finish with a formal dinner and presentation evening with awards and certificates.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      30+ hours of English tuition per two-week course

    2. 2

      Small class sizes with highly-qualified language teachers

    3. 3

      Six excursions per two-week course

    4. 4

      Bespoke activity choices with different Skills Academies

    5. 5

      Mix of single and dorm style rooms

    6. 6

      Free transfers from and back to selected airports

    7. 7

      World-class facilities including an outdoor climbing wall and a 500-seat commercial theatre

    Key dates and deadlines

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Aged 9-17

    Cost, funding, and what's included

    Entry cost

    From £2,900

    What's included

    Tuition Fees (Residential):: 2900

    How to apply

    1. 1

      Please click "Apply now" to go to the booking page and take the first step to an unforgettable summer at Dean Close.

    Curriculum / what you'll study

    The programme covers the following focus areas.

    English Lessons (Academic Programme)

    Activities and Events

    Students choose from the following 'Skills' academies

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

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