Language courses and summer camps

A guide to summer schools in the UK, Switzerland, Belgium and Austria

Attending a summer school or summer course can be an unforgettable experience for students and a fantastic opportunity to gain new knowledge and skills, as well as meet new friends. There is a huge range of summer school options available which can sometimes be overwhelming. We thought it would be helpful to answer some frequently asked questions and list some of our recommendations for summer schools in this article.

Why should I attend summer school?

Attending summer courses – This is a great opportunity to learn more about a particular subject and improve your academic knowledge and skills while learning in a fun and supportive environment. Summer school – It's also a great way to meet like-minded people and develop social skills.

Which summer schools are better - online or in-person?

This largely depends on your needs and preferences. Online summer schools can be more convenient and offer more flexibility - you won't have to worry about travel or accommodations, and you can study from the comfort of your home. In-person summer schools are much more intense, and you'll get a different experience by being in a new environment, meeting people in person, and learning interactively, which is especially helpful if you prefer a hands-on approach to learning.

Will taking summer courses help me when applying to school or university?

Summer schools do not aim to help students apply to school or university. If you're taking a summer course in an academic discipline or subject, it can help you do better in school, and if you're applying to UK universities, a summer school in the UK will give you a unique insight into the world of higher education and life in UK university campus. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet leading scientists in your field of interest.

Although summer courses will not help you directly when applying to school or university, they will give you the opportunity to develop and acquire new skills that can help you prepare for the move to a new school or university. This can help you stand out from the crowd when applying to school or university.

Types of summer schools

There are many summer schools in the UK, Switzerland, Belgium and Austria, and while many are on-campus, there are also full-time and online options. Courses range from academic, language improvement, outdoor, STEM and more. The type of summer school you choose and what you want to get out of the course – some of the most important factors when making a decision. We have divided the most popular summer schools in these countries into categories and present a selection of them below:

• Academic summer schools
• STEM Academic Summer Schools
• Summer language schools (EAL)
• Outdoor summer camps with a variety of activities

The experience of British boarding schools

These are summer courses with accommodation in British boarding schools, which means: meals and accommodation are included in the price. They usually last two weeks and consist of a mixture of academic and recreational programs. Many students – foreigners, so improving the English language is one of the elements of the course, in addition to other educational and extracurricular activities.

How to choose children's summer camps with English learning

Very Important:
Why we do not recommend sending children to summer camps with family accommodation

Useful information when choosing a summer camp

Tips for choosing summer courses

Why it is not recommended to live with a host family

Summer language courses in the UK

Summer language courses in Switzerland