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
    Young Explorers

    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

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    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

    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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