An international academic experience in the United Kingdom
The Dukes British Summer Camps offer students the unique opportunity to experience an academic summer at some of the most prestigious educational institutions in the United Kingdom. Designed for students aged 11 to 17, these programs combine academic training, English immersion, personal development, and cultural experiences at landmark university settings such as Canford, Cambridge, and Oxford.
Throughout July 2026, participants will expand their academic horizons, improve their English proficiency, and prepare for their university future—all backed by the guarantee of Dukes Education, a world-renowned international educational group.
An International Programme with Exclusive Advantages
Being part of the Dukes Education school network provides access to discounted rates for these international programmes. This exclusive benefit allows students to enjoy a high-level educational experience in a safe and perfectly organised environment with academic supervision throughout their stay.
The programmes are designed for both students looking to reinforce their English skills and those wishing to explore specific academic interests before university.
Canford School Programme (Ages 11–16)
The Canford School programme is aimed at students aged 11 to 16 and runs from 29th June to 13th July, 2026. It is a comprehensive educational experience that blends academic learning, social activities, and international community living.
What’s Included:
Full-board residency, the educational programme, comprehensive travel insurance, flights, transfers, and accompaniment by two Dukes Education Spain teachers throughout the trip.
Price: €3,780.
Structure: Small groups (max 15 students per class) with 15 teaching hours per week. Students receive an academic report and certificate upon completion.
Academic Tracks and Optional Extras
In Canford, students can choose from various pathways:
English Language Refinement
Future Artists / Future Entrepreneurs
Future Scientists (STEM)
Future Global Leaders
In Canford, students can choose from various pathways:
English Language Refinement
Future Artists / Future Entrepreneurs
Future Scientists (STEM)
Future Global Leaders
Optional Academies: For an additional fee, students can join specialised academies for tennis, football, horse riding, or “land and wave” outdoor activities.
Accommodation and Setting
Canford School is set on a 250-acre estate in Dorset, Southwest England, near Bournemouth and Southampton. Students stay in gender-separated residences with comfortable rooms and spacious common areas.
Cambridge College Programme (Ages 14–17)
Designed for students seeking a more specialised pre-university experience, this programme runs from 29th June to 13th July, 2026, with a price of €4,550.
Academic Focus
Students dive deep into specific themes such as Science & Technology, Medicine, Business, Art & Design, Psychology, or English pathways.
Rigor
The programme includes 20 teaching hours per week.
Facilities: Classes are held at Dukes Education’s own facilities, including Sancton Wood School (ranked among the UK’s top ten independent schools by The Sunday Times). Accommodation is provided in modern residential blocks that mimic the university lifestyle.
Oxford College Programme (Ages 15–17)
The most advanced option, the Oxford College programme, is aimed at students aged 15 to 17. It takes place from 6th July to 20th July, 2026, at a cost of €6,500.
The Oxford Experience
Students live in one of the constituent colleges of the University of Oxford.
Structure: The programme features 25 teaching hours per week, cultural excursions, academic ceremonies, and a clear focus on future university and career orientation.
Subjects
Academic areas include Global Leadership, Medicine, Law, and Business, taught in a high-demand intellectual environment with industry professionals.
Logistics, Flights, and Safety
All programmes include flights from Madrid to London Heathrow.
Supervision: For Canford and Cambridge, students are accompanied by Spanish teachers from Dukes Education. For Oxford, while a Dukes staff member meets students upon arrival, Spanish accompaniment is not included in the final price (though additional flight chaperone services can be arranged).
Peace of Mind: Every programme includes comprehensive insurance, 24/7 supervision, and meticulous planning to ensure student wellbeing.
An Investment in the Future
The Dukes British Summer Camps 2026 are more than just a summer camp; they are an investment in a student’s academic, personal, and linguistic growth within a world-class international environment. It is an experience that opens doors to new professional and educational opportunities from an early age.
An experience that makes a difference and opens the door to new educational and professional opportunities from an early age.
