ISSFT students kayaking
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A Foundation for Life

At ISSFT® Summer Schools, we offer an exceptional residential summer experience in two of the UK’s most prestigious and inspiring locations: the University of Oxford and the University of St Andrews. Here, students from around the world come together to learn, grow, and thrive in a safe, supportive, and internationally diverse environment.

Our dual-study programme combines academic learning in the morning with elite sports coaching and creative electives in the afternoon. This well-rounded approach allows students to explore new interests, develop key life skills, and build lasting confidence.

Students choose from a range of engaging academic subjects including English, World Affairs, Leadership, Business, and Study Skills. Morning classes are taught by experienced educators who foster intellectual curiosity and global awareness.

Afternoon subjects (electives) are dedicated to elite coaching in sports such as tennis, golf, and sports leadership alongside enriching electives like theatre, coding, and photography, —led by skilled coaches and instructors.

With small class sizes and individualised support, students benefit from high-quality teaching and a strong sense of community. Whether based at Oxford or St Andrews, they enjoy outstanding facilities and inspirational settings.

Beyond academics and activities, students take part in a vibrant social programme, with cultural excursions and group events that bring the experience to life.

Learn in the morning. Discover your passion in the afternoon.
Experience the ISSFT® difference—where education meets inspiration, and students build a foundation for life.

ISSFT students

A Typical Week at ISSFT

While all students enjoy an individually tailored summer school experience at ISSFT, each day is structured to ensure they maximise their time with us. The timetable below gives an outline of what to expect.

Academic class Elective Subject Trips Activities Clan Events Entertainment free time, workshops and organised events
SaturdaySundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
09:00 - 10:00
10:00 - 11:00
11:00 - 12:00
12:00 - 13:00
13:00 - 14:00
14:00 - 15:00
15:00 - 16:00
16:00 - 17:00
17:00 - 18:00
18:00 - 19:00
19:00 - 20:00
20:00 - 21:00
Schedule will vary on first day and last day to accommodate major events that we run

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SUMMER A stunning natural environment for education, sport, fun and... adventure!

University of Oxford ISSFT Students

University of Oxford

For Ages 13-18

Premium International Summer Programme in the heart of historic Oxford.

ISSFT St Andrew Summer Course students on old course bridge

University of St Andrews

For Ages 13-18 

Exclusive pre-university experience in St Andrews, Scotland

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Invest in your child’s future this summer

University of St Andrews 2026
Summer Session

session 1
11 July - 25 July 2026

University of Oxford 2026
Summer Sessions

session 1
5 July - 18 July 2026
session 2
19 July - 1 August 2026