ACADEMIC SUMMER LONDON LEARN, INSPIRE & EXPLORE
STUDY SUBJECTS IN ENGLISH - CHALLENGE YOURSELF - TRY SOMETHING NEWAcademic Summer London is located in the heart of London opposite Westminster giving you a fantastic London experience as well as an inspiring academic focus
Let me tell you a bit about us...
Academic Summer, UK has been a pioneer in offering academic camps since its inception in 2008. We recognise that simply offering you traditional language teaching is no longer enough in the rapidly changing world of the Internet and technology. To truly make progress, you need an immersive, real-life experience that will help you prepare for your future studies. For this reason, we go beyond the norm and offer a comprehensive approach that focuses on your language acquisition and communication and practical application in curriculum subjects such as maths, sciences, social studies and the arts. Our methodology is centred around the holistic approach of CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning).
Whether you are a local or travelling to London, it is an amazing adventure for all students - learning and socialising with people from all over the world. Learning about different cultures and networking together in our global world is becoming essential.
In 2017 we launched Academic Camp Canada, as Canada was fast becoming the top location in the world for study abroad. We love the friendly Canadian welcome and our academic camps in Canada provide a very special destination providing an amazing opportunity for you.
What is important to me as the CEO is to offer the following:
- caring and experienced staff - my management team, camp counsellors & teachers
- child protection (all staff have background checks), First Aid and health & safety are all very important
- individual approach and you go home with a report, a leadership qualification and certificates
- an amazing location with a great host school and good food
- quality camps that keep you busy and give you a great time of learning, trips and activities
- all-inclusive fees that are good value - including airport transfers and travel insurance
- a camp that challenges, inspires giving you lots of fun, experiences and adventure
I look forward to welcoming you to Academic Summer in London.
Helen Lami
Founder and CEO
Email: helen.lami@academiccamp.org
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Unlock your potential and elevate your academic journey with our inspiring and stimulating academic summer camps!
Academic Summer will help you develop these essential skills for your future in a learner-centred global community.
Reach for your full potential with our engaging Academic Summer Camps. Our experienced and motivating teachers are dedicated to creating an unforgettable Academic Summer for you.
We want you to explore your favourite subjects, cultivate life-changing study skills and prepare for your future success.
We understand that everyone learns differently, so whether you're a visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learner, we have a teaching style that will cater to your needs and bring your learning experience to life.
There is no better way to enhance your language skills than through our unique teaching methodology known as CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning). We seamlessly integrate academic content and language development. We emphasise discovery and exploration in learning. Whether English is your first language or not, you will significantly improve your English proficiency as an international language.
Get ready to explore the world of academics like never before with Academic Summer. Our camps help you prepare for academic study in the UK whether this is GCSE, A Level of IB. We want to provide you with the tools you need to succeed in your future academic journey and you will explore skills in our Be a Leader course which is part of our camps.
So why wait? It is the opportunity of a lifetime. Book now and we will help you to grow to become successful and ready to take on the world of academics!
ADVENTURERS
age 7 to 12 (day only)
Adventurers enjoy a dynamic day camp designed for local young learners, or children with their families on holiday in London. Adventurers learn in small classes, in the mornings Monday to Friday from 8.30, and they enjoy afternoon leisure activities before heading home at 17:00.
We nurture an enjoyable and supportive learning environment for our Adventurers, and our experienced primary teachers foster the natural curiosity of our young learners. Their learning is cross-curricular and centred around a weekly theme giving an unforgettable summer of exploration, growth, and academic achievement.
Find out more here.
Explorers aged 13-14
If you are an Explorer you will experience interesting and stimulating classes. Discover and learn in small groups as we explore the comprehensive IGCSE / GCSE curriculum. Our camp encompasses a wide range of subjects, which includes: English, applied mathematics, sciences, social studies, humanities and art.
With 27 hours of inspiring learning per week, Explorers gain excellent preparation for IGCSE, Middle Years Programme (MYP), or equivalent courses. You'll develop essential study skills and explore diverse learning styles, building a strong foundation for your academic journey.
Read more here.
ENGAGERS
age 15 to 17
You choose from our extensive range of academic subjects offered, to prepare for A Level or the IB Diploma. Make your choices before arrival, and we will create your individual timetable:
• Applied maths • Art • Biology • Chemistry • Economics business & entrepreneurship • English • Environmental systems & societies • Essay writing • History & politics • Literature • Media studies • Music & drama • Physics • Presentation & Interviews • Psychology • Social studies • Theory of Knowledge.
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Get ready for medicine
This intensive, two-week, 40-hour-per-week course is tailor-made for aspiring medical students. Our interactive and innovative camp includes a day with a doctor, clinical workshops, biology and chemistry practicals (including a heart dissection!), first aid qualification, visits to real clinical settings and pioneering medical research facilities.
Find out more here.
Leisure
We want to give you an unforgettable summer bursting with fun and adventure. This is why our leisure programme is packed with unique and interesting trips that will allow you to see London; and further afield. In addition, you participate in Be a Leader, an interactive and innovative leadership course that will boost your skill set and result in a formal qualification to take home with you. At Academic Summer, there is never a dull moment.Join Academic Summer London and be amazed by the London experience
Check out your exciting schedule here and find out more about Be a Leader which links the academic and leisure.
Locations
Boarding for students aged 13-17 & day options for students aged 7-17
London - this iconic city is buzzing with energy, trepidation, and innovation. London is well-known for its vibrant culture and rich history, as well as its world-class museums, historic landmarks, and, of course, its red buses. Walk the streets and feel as though you are on the film set of classics such as Harry Potter, Oliver Twist and James Bond (see if you can spot the DLD trailer for Spectre!)Academic Summer's London home, DLD College, is located in the city centre and overlooks Westminster and the River Thames; there is no better London location. Your room and classrooms for the summer are situated at the foot of Westminster Bridge, among some of the most prestigious and historic buildings in the city.
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Work for us
Please complete the application form available in the Work For Us dropdown menu to register your interest and receive more information.
We are looking for teachers to join our teams at Sidcot School near Bristol and Queen's College, Taunton (we have a couple of vacancies in London too) in a range of subject areas.
Sidcot School and DLD College London:
Teachers can work one to four teaching blocks a week (each block is one daily lesson, Monday - Friday; teachers can therefore teach between one to four classes per day/5-20 hours per week). We are looking for teachers who are available for a minimum of 2 weeks, but priority is given to teachers who are available for the whole course.
Queen's College Taunton:
At Queen's we run AM and PM camps; each camp is 3 hours a day, Monday - Thursday, meaning you'll teach your group of students for 12 hours total. It is possible to teach either the AM or PM camp, or both.
Please see our brochure (available on the main page for your chosen school) to see which subjects are offered at your preferred location as subjects differ by school.
We are looking for someone who:
* Would like to work with international students aged 7-12 or 12 to 17.
* Can plan and deliver engaging, relevant and fun lessons which will encourage our students to connect with your subject
* Is confident using ICT (especially Teams) to enhance their lessons and maintain student files (we are a paperless course
We are offering:
* Excellent retention/reemployment opportunities
* Access to school facilities
* Competitive rates of pay
* Free accommodation if you'd like to stay on site
* Great atmosphere and working environment with supportive colleagues
*London and Queen's College full- camp counsellor positions at Sidcot School still available*
Our Camp Counsellors are responsible for planning and leading a range of activities including arts and crafts, baking, sports, drama and outdoor activities) leading afternoon trips, admin duties as well as caring for students in the boarding house and supervising them at meal times and break times and making sure our students have a fantastic, fun-filled summer. You will need to be friendly, flexible, well organised and enjoy working with young people. You must be available from the 8th July for a minimum of 4 weeks and must be 19+.
We are offering:
* Excellent reemployment opportunities (including year round opportunities)
* Professional development opportunities
* Competitive rates of pay
* Flexible working days
* A friendly and supportive team of colleagues
* Acomodation and meals if you'd like to stay on site with us
* The option to earn extra (and enjoy the UK) by taking on weekend trips
All backgrounds and experience levels are welcome to apply. All successful applicants must have a clean DBS certificate criminal record check to work with Academic Summer and Academic Camp and must have the right to work in the country applied for (we are unable to sponsor visa applications).
Medical Studies Course Leader
This is an exciting opportunity to work on our 2-week intensive medical preparation program. You will be working with international students aged 14-17 who are interested in studying medicine. You will teach up to 4, 1-hour lessons a day and lead afternoon trips, as well as taking part in evening activities with the students (please note, you will work with students from across the course during trips and activities).
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a current year 2+ medical student at a UK medical school
- Can work for the full duration of the medical studies course
- Would like to work with international students aged 14+
- Can plan and deliver lessons on a range of medical studies topics from the academic to the practical (applying to medical school, interviews etc.).
We are offering:
* Small classes of up to fifteen students
* Access to school facilities
* Competitive rate of pay
* Great atmosphere and working environment
* Excellent reemployment opportunities
* Acomodation and meals if you'd like to stay on site
If you would like to apply, please complete the online application form. All successful applicants must have a clean DBS certificate or police check (we will carry out a DBS check if you aren't on the Update service) to work with us and must have the right to work in the country applied for (we are unable to sponsor visa applications)
Academic Summer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its staff to share this commitment.