Canford Summer School
Points forts
- Breathtaking Campus
- Coastal Location
- L'école d'été numéro 1 au Royaume-Uni
- Over 155 nationalities represented
Focused on Academics for an enriched camp experience.
Vue d'ensemble
SBC Canford stands as one of Summer Boarding Courses’ most dynamic and enriching summer schools, designed specifically for students aged 11–15. Nestled within the expansive and scenic grounds of Canford School near Bournemouth, this programme is ideal for students seeking a balance between academic challenge and high-energy adventure.
Distinctive Setting and Atmosphere
Canford School, the host campus, is one of the UK’s leading independent schools, widely recognised for its exceptional facilities and heritage. The campus offers an inspiring and secure environment surrounded by over 250 acres of landscaped parkland. Its location near the south coast of England also allows access to exciting coastal excursions and outdoor experiences, making it a standout choice for those who wish to enjoy both academic engagement and outdoor exploration.
Adventure-Based Learning Philosophy
The central philosophy at SBC Canford revolves around adventure-based learning, encouraging students to step beyond their comfort zones, embrace new challenges, and grow in confidence. The programme is designed to build leadership, resilience, and teamwork skills through dynamic academic lessons and action-packed social activities.
Focus on Future Skills and Confidence
Through SBC’s unique "Time to Shine" framework, students apply their learning in collaborative presentations and showcase projects. This helps develop critical 21st-century competencies such as communication, public speaking, and problem-solving.
Globally Inclusive and Immersive Environment
Students from a broad mix of nationalities create a truly international atmosphere. English is the shared language, allowing immersive linguistic development and fostering global friendships—a hallmark of the SBC experience.
Excursions and Cultural Enrichment
SBC Canford includes a variety of full-day and half-day excursions to key destinations such as:
- London – providing cultural insight and iconic sightseeing.
- Thorpe Park – for high-adrenaline amusement.
- Bournemouth – a classic British seaside experience.
- Splashdown Water Park – a summer favourite and camp highlight.
These excursions not only provide fun but are also carefully chosen to complement the adventurous and explorative nature of the programme.
SBC Canford offers an exceptional summer programme that combines first-class academic teaching with adventurous, confidence-building experiences in a safe and prestigious British boarding school setting. Its unique approach to developing leadership, communication, and collaboration skills—within an internationally diverse student body—ensures a transformative experience for young learners preparing for their next steps in education and life.
11-15 ans
From Monday 7th July 2025 to Monday 11th August 2025
2 semaines
De $4,866
Anglais
Max 299 campers
Co-Education
Partagé
Académique
SBC Canford offers a well-structured academic programme designed for students aged 11 to 15 years, integrating engaging, project-based learning with the development of core academic and life skills. Each course is delivered in 15 hours of academic instruction per week, in small classes with a maximum of 15 students, ensuring personalised attention and active participation.
Courses include:
General English
Ages: 11–15
English Level: All levels
Course Overview:
This course is tailored for students seeking to improve their overall English proficiency in a communicative and practical context. It focuses on the four core language skills—reading, writing, speaking, and listening—while emphasising real-life communication and fluency. Students learn through engaging activities, collaborative tasks, and creative projects, culminating in a “Time to Shine” presentation. The immersive environment supports steady progress and increased confidence in using English both inside and outside the classroom.
Future Business Leaders
Ages: 11–15
English Level: Intermediate and above (recommended)
Course Overview:
Designed for enterprising young minds, this course introduces the fundamentals of business, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Students explore core topics such as branding, marketing, budgeting, and innovation, while developing essential soft skills like teamwork, negotiation, and public speaking. Through hands-on projects and collaborative challenges, they simulate real-world business scenarios, including pitching their own ideas during the “Time to Shine” showcase. It is a motivating and insightful foundation for students interested in pursuing business in future academic or career paths.
Future Scientists
Ages: 11–15
English Level: Intermediate and above (recommended)
Course Overview:
Future Scientists is aimed at students curious about how the world works through the lens of biology, chemistry, and physics. The course encourages critical thinking and scientific inquiry through lab experiments, group investigations, and science-themed problem-solving tasks. Whether examining environmental issues or conducting practical experiments, students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The course nurtures scientific literacy while encouraging students to think creatively and present their findings during the final project presentation.
Future Artists
Ages: 11–15
English Level: All levels
Course Overview:
This course is ideal for creatively inclined students who wish to explore and express their artistic talents through various media such as painting, drawing, sculpture, and digital art. The programme combines artistic techniques with themes of global culture, self-expression, and visual storytelling. Students are encouraged to develop their own style, work on individual and group pieces, and build a portfolio of their creations. The highlight is the end-of-course exhibition during “Time to Shine,” where students showcase their artwork to the wider school community.
Hébergement et installations
At Canford Summer School, all students reside in purpose-built boarding houses divided into male and female accommodation.
The houses are well maintained and are made up of comfortable single, double, and small dorm rooms with shared bathrooms and spacious common rooms and living areas where you can relax, watch a film, have a game of pool or ping pong and feel at home. Rooms also have a desk and a small wardrobe for hanging clothes.
Students stay in one of five boarding houses. These houses are where our students forge strong friendships, which often last beyond the Summer experience, and our Houseparents and house structure is ideal for facilitating these bonds.
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Q&R
Dedicated pastoral staff are responsible for the day-to-day wellbeing and supervision, including House Parents and Activity Leaders. A senior management team including Welfare Coordinators, oversees all staff and ensures consistency in pastoral care, safety, and programme delivery. Students are supervised at all times, with clear check-in procedures, structured timetables, and high staff visibility during activities and excursions.
Yes. All staff undergo enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks prior to employment, in accordance with UK safeguarding regulations.
The SBC Code of Conduct outlines behavioural expectations, promoting respect, kindness, and responsibility. Breaches of conduct are addressed in line with safeguarding guidelines. All students attend a welcome briefing that includes health and safety procedures, fire drills, and reporting channels for concerns.
Students are allowed to bring mobile phones, but usage is restricted during academic sessions and structured activities to encourage engagement and social interaction. Phones may be used during free time and in accordance with house rules. SBC promotes digital wellbeing and age-appropriate boundaries.
Localisation
The nearest airport to Canford Summer School is London. Airport pickup is available upon request. When booking your flights, please note that we only provide supervised transfers for Heathrow Airport and St Pancras Station. At Heathrow Airport on arrival day, flights must arrive between 6am and 5pm. On departure day, flights must depart between 11am and 6pm. At St Pancras station trains must arrive between 10 am and 12 noon and depart between 12 noon and 2pm.Students will be transported to the school using one of the following services: Staffed Private Coach, Staffed Minibus, Staffed Taxi. The mode of transport will be determined by the number of students arriving on similarly timed flights and heading to the same school.
