Summer Junior School (14-17 Years old)
Summer of learning, adventure, and unforgettable experiences
Course Introduction
Our Junior School programme combines high-quality English teaching with a summer of adventure in Oxford. Students aged 14–17 study in small groups at City of Oxford College, building confidence in communication and collaboration while experiencing life in one of the world’s most inspiring academic cities.
Lessons are lively, interactive, and designed to suit every level – from Elementary to Advanced. With 18 hours of study per week, each student receives individual attention, guided by supportive teachers who focus on developing skills for the future.
Why choose our Junior School:
- Expert English lessons tailored for teenagers (14–17)
- Small classes for focused learning and confidence building
- 19 hours of weekly study across all levels
- A balance of language skills, communication, and collaboration
- Personal support to help every student progress
Watch the short film to experience life at CIE Oxford – the classrooms, the city, and the people who make studying here personal, focused, and genuinely welcoming.
Junior Homestay accommodation
Most CIE students stay in homestay accommodation. This provides you with the unique opportunity to share the daily life of a British family. During the week you will have breakfast and dinner with your hosts. At the weekend all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) will be provided for you. As CIE’s Junior School is situated in the centre of Oxford, an excellent bus service is available to and from the homes of all our hosts. A homestay host will not accommodate more than four guests.
CIE’s accommodation officer inspects the homes of all our host families regularly to ensure that they meet our high standards, as well as those of the British Council.
What you can expect from homestay accommodation organised by CIE:
- You will have your own bedroom
- Inclusion in family as full member of the household
- An appropriate, well-lit and heated, clean room in good repair located in a clean, reasonably-sized house or flat
- A bed and storage in the bedroom
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Use of family rooms for recreation
- Use of bathroom and available shower daily
- Meals eaten together with your family, for English-speaking practise
Course Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Hours per week | 19 |
| Start Dates | Every Monday in July |
| Level | Elementary – Advanced |
| Class size | Approx. 16 people per class |
| Ages | 14–17 years old |
Lessons
Communicative English
This course is designed to help students activate and improve their English knowledge by developing confidence, usage of natural English, and ease of speaking. Every lesson will look at a new topic and the language and expressions used when talking about it – the focus will always be on speech and improving students’ ability to share ideas and knowledge with one another.
Skills for Success
In the second lesson students will be focussing on developing skills to build their confidence and ability to work together, in order to achieve a specific goal. Each week the class will have a new theme and students will work together creatively to develop a project to share with the whole school. This process will involve a range of activities including research, discussion, debate, collaboration, team-building, drama, and presentations.
Country & Culture
Twice a week in the afternoons, our Country & Culture lessons will give students a chance to practise their English skills as they explore different aspects of British history and culture. These lessons will also provide more information about the destinations students will visit on their weekly trips, allowing the students to benefit even more from their time at these beautiful and historic locations.
Full Package Dates & Fees
The course runs from 5th July to 1st August 2026 and includes tuition, accommodation, meals, activities, and excursions. Flexible options allow students to join for 2–4 weeks, or attend the course only at a weekly rate.
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| 5th July – 1st August 2026 | Course dates |
| 2 weeks | £1,750 |
| 3 weeks | £2,580 |
| 4 weeks | £3,410 |
| Course only | £460 per week |
Sample Timetable
Each day is carefully structured to balance learning and social activities. Lessons focus on English fluency and modern study skills, while afternoons include cultural activities and sports.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Communicative English |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Skills for Success |
| 12:15 – 13:30 | Lunch Break |
| 13:30 – 15:45 | Lessons (Tue and Thu) or Activities (Mon, Wed and Fri) |
| 15:45 – | Free Time |
Activities
We have different social activities planned for you three days a week, so you can explore and enjoy beautiful Oxford.
| 🏛️ Museum visits |
| 🎬 CIE Cinema |
| 🌳 Outdoor walks |
| 🚶 Walking tours |
| ❓ Quizzes |
| 🎲 Board games |
| 🧺 Picnics |
| 🕶️ VR Games |
| ⛳ Mini Golf |
| ⛸️ Ice Skating |
| 🛶 Punting |
| ⛪ St Mary’s Tower |
| 🏰 Christ Church |
| 🎓 Magdalen College |
| 🍰 Cream tea |
| 🕵️ Oxford Castle and Prison |
| 🏏 Sixes Cricket |
Explore the famous cities outside Oxford at the weekends
Bath
An elegant city full of traditional heritage, contemporary culture and Georgian buildings. Beautiful Bath has been a wellbeing destination since Roman times.
London
London is the capital and largest city of both England and the United Kingdom. Discover the world famous city by our tour.
Windsor
A royal residence at Windsor castle founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has been the home of 40 monarchs.
Lunch at School
All students are provided with lunch at school. You will be able to choose between a variety of freshly prepared food and drinks.
Sample Meals:
Breakfast: Hashbrowns, sausages, eggs, toast, cereal, yoghurt, fruit
Lunch: Chicken pasta, Bolognese, meatballs in tomato sauce, burgers, veggie burgers
Dinner: Gnocchi, vegetable frittata, pizza, biryani