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International Summer School UK | ISSFT

by: International Summer School for Teens | ISSFT

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The International Summer School for Teens (ISSFT®) is a premium, award-winning summer experience for students aged 13–18. Held in the world-famous university towns of St Andrews and Oxford, it combines academic excellence, personal growth, and global friendship in a safe, inspiring setting. Students create their perfect summer by selecting one academic subject — such as Global Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Law & Economics, Academic English, IELTS, Medicine, or AI & Computer Science — and one elective, including Golf, Tennis, Sports Leadership, Theatre, or Photography & Digital Media. This dual-study model blends intellectual challenge with creativity and fun. With students from over 100 nationalities, ISSFT offers full English immersion, developing confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships. Beyond academics, teens enjoy cultural excursions, evening events, and supervised adventures across the UK’s most historic and scenic locations. At ISSFT, every student is supported, inspired, and encouraged to realise their potential — it’s more than a summer school, it’s a transformative journey of discovery, friendship, and adventure.

Program Highlights

Join a programme based at our stunning Universities of Oxford and St. Andrews.

Combine one academic class with one elective for a balanced mix of study, creativity, and fun.

Gain a truly international summer school experience with students from over 100 nationalities.

Broaden your learning through subjects like English, Global Leadership, Study Skills, Sports Fitness, Theatre, and Photography.

Enjoy excursions, evening events, and lifelong friendships in a safe, supportive environment.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Oxford, England
  • St. Andrews, Scotland
  • Oxford, United Kingdom
Starts At: $2000-$5000
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement: 14-17
Types & Subjects
Adventure Types:
  • Canoeing
  • Climbing
  • Dancing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Martial Arts
  • Photography
  • Rafting
  • Soccer & Football
  • Sports
  • Student Tours
  • Summer Camp
  • Tours
Subjects & Courses:
  • Creative Writing
  • English
  • English as a Second Language
  • Environmental Studies
  • International Relations
  • Leadership
  • Literature
  • Sports
  • Sports Science
Focus Areas:
  • Experiential Learning
  • Language Immersion
Languages:
  • English
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jan 22, 2026

Awards

Best Immersive English Language Summer School 2025Best International Summer School 2025

Program Details

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Locations

  • Oxford, England
  • St. Andrews, Scotland
  • Oxford, United Kingdom

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Canoeing
  • Climbing
  • Dancing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Martial Arts
  • Photography
  • Rafting
  • Soccer & Football
  • Sports
  • Student Tours
  • Summer Camp
  • Tours
  • Subjects & Courses
  • Creative Writing
  • English
  • English as a Second Language
  • Environmental Studies
  • International Relations
  • Leadership
  • Literature
  • Sports
  • Sports Science
  • Focus Areas
  • Experiential Learning
  • Language Immersion
  • Languages
  • English

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Terms Available:
  • Summer
Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo

Starts At

$2000-$5000

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tuition & Fees
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Wifi Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • Laundry
  • Course Materials
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Certificate of Completion

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Written Application
  • Other
  • Phone/Video Interview

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