Programme Start
13 Jul 2026
In-person Programme
Young Explorers
by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)
Programme Description: Explore English language learning through a fully immersive programme of lessons, workshops, and activities.
Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
In-person Programme
Young Explorers
by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)
Programme Description: Explore English language learning through a fully immersive programme of lessons, workshops, and activities.
Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
Key facts
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Ages 8–12
Age range / Year group
Ages 8–12
Location / Region
Oxford
Cost
From £3,995
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In person
HistoryArtDesignScienceMathematics
Accommodation: Oxford University campus
Outcomes: ["Confidence in communication", "Collaboration and friendship", "Curiosity and creativity", "Independence and resilience"]
TL;DR
Programme Description: Explore English language learning through a fully immersive programme of lessons, workshops, and activities. Programme Concept: Mixes lessons and activities to explore key themes; each theme day is explored in four stages: Discover, Develop, Dare, Showtime.
What is Young Explorers?
Programme Description: Explore English language learning through a fully immersive programme of lessons, workshops, and activities. Programme Concept: Mixes lessons and activities to explore key themes; each theme day is explored in four stages: Discover, Develop, Dare, Showtime.
What you actually do
What’s Included 15 hours tuition per week Accommodation Certificate Comprehensive travel insurance Course materials Excursion programme Extracurricular multi-activity programme Meals Progress report Excursions Legoland Oxford Warwick Castle Optional: Harry Potter
Key dates and deadlines
Reference date
Programme End
27 Jul 2026
Programme Start
27 Jul 2026
Programme End
10 Aug 2026
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Programme Start | 13 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Programme End | 27 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Programme Start | 27 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Programme End | 10 Aug 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Eligibility and requirements
Age: 8-12
English Level: Minimum A2+
Cost, funding, and what's included
Entry cost
From £3,995
What's included
Residential Price: 3995
Curriculum / what you'll study
The programme covers the following focus areas.
Discover
Develop
Dare
Showtime
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
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