Samiad Summer School is a residential programme for students aged 11-17, combining morning English or Leadership with afternoon activities, excursions and a full boarding school experience.
Ages 11-17
Residential summer school for teenagers
15 Hours of Morning Study
English or Leadership each week
Afternoon Activities
Multi-Activity included, with specialist options available
2 Excursion Days
Full-day trips included each week
Full Residential Experience
Accommodation, meals, evening activities and on-campus support included
Samiad Summer School gives students aged 11-17 the freedom to make more choices, try new experiences and become more independent within a structured residential environment.
Students learn as part of an international group, choose from a wider range of morning and afternoon courses, and take part in excursions, evening activities and campus life with support from the Samiad team throughout their stay.
Ages 11-17
Ages 11-17
Enjoy a varied programme of sports, games and activities, with plenty of opportunities to try something new.
Explore Multi Activity
Build English skills and confidence with 12 additional hours of tuition each week in smaller afternoon groups.
Explore Intensive English
Develop technical skills, ball control and match confidence through specialist coaching with Paris Saint-Germain Academy England.
Explore PSG Academy
Build riding skills and confidence through coached sessions, alongside practical horse care and stable management.
Explore Horse Riding
Build technique, movement and match confidence through structured coaching, practical drills and match play.
Explore Tennis
Improve technique and confidence through specialist coaching covering the swing, putting, short game and on-course play.
Explore Golf
Develop creative skills through drawing, painting and making, with opportunities to experiment with different techniques and materials.
Explore ArtSamiad Summer School gives students the chance to develop academically, socially and personally while enjoying a residential summer experience in the UK.
Students are encouraged to try new things, take part in group activities and communicate with people from different backgrounds.
Residential life gives students more responsibility for their routine, choices and day-to-day organisation.
Lessons, activities and everyday conversations give students regular opportunities to use and develop their English.
Students live and learn alongside young people from around the world, building friendships across different cultures.
Courses, activities and group challenges help students strengthen communication, collaboration and decision-making skills.
From specialist courses and excursions to boarding school life, students experience new places, activities and ways of learning.
Samiad Summer School runs at six UK boarding school campuses, giving students a choice of locations, facilities and specialist course options.
Bromsgrove School
Bromsgrove · near Birmingham
The Leys School
Cambridge · city centre
Marlborough College
Marlborough · Wiltshire
The Oratory School
Woodcote · near Oxford
RGS Surrey Hills
Dorking · Surrey
Trent College
Long Eaton · near Nottingham and Derby
Each day combines structured learning with activities, social time and residential life, giving students a clear routine while still leaving room for choice and independence.
Students take part in English or Leadership, depending on their chosen programme.
Students join Multi-Activity or their chosen specialist course, with options varying by campus and dates.
Games, quizzes, discos, talent shows and other social activities bring students together at the end of the day.
Students return to their boarding houses for the night, with Samiad staff available throughout the evening and overnight.
Hear from parents, students and group leaders about Samiad's teaching, activities, pastoral care and international community.
This school is very professional and the staff are friendly! Everything is perfectly planned and the activities are always a lot of fun. Locations are stunning: a real full immersion in the English culture!
My children came home so happy and excited to return. We can’t thank Samiad enough for such a wonderful experience!
Susanna — Parent
My son came to Samiad for several years in a row.
He really liked the friendly atmosphere, the international nature of the school, the large number of activities, and the independence.
Valentina — Parent
Samiad is amazing. We arranged for my nephew to join the summer school and he cannot stop talking about it and everything that he saw, experienced and learned.
I would recommend Samiad to everyone. Five stars without a doubt.
Charlene — Parent
BAC Accredited
British Accreditation Council for independent further and higher education
Cambridge English Preparation Centre
Official preparation centre
Paris Saint-Germain Academy England Partner
Official partner
St Star Awards
Finalist – Junior Programme for Learning Experience
Answers to common questions about Samiad Summer School for students aged 11-17.
Samiad Summer School is designed for students aged 11-17.
Students can choose between English and Leadership in the morning, depending on their interests and programme.
Multi-Activity is included as standard. Students can also choose from specialist courses including Intensive English, PSG Football Academy, Horse Riding, Tennis, Golf and Art, depending on campus and dates.
The programme runs at Bromsgrove School, The Leys School, Marlborough College, The Oratory School, RGS Surrey Hills and Trent College.
Yes. Students take part in two full excursion days each week, with destinations varying by campus and dates. Students also receive one overnight excursion for every two weeks of their programme, with the overnight destination depending on campus and dates.
Accommodation, meals, evening activities, excursions and on-campus support are included throughout the stay.
Find the right campus, dates and course options for your child, with residential summer school stays designed for ages 11-17. Speak to the Samiad team about availability, transfers, morning courses and specialist afternoon options.
