Embassy Summer Oxford Brookes University: Teen English Camp in Oxford

The academic program focuses on developing practical communication skills through a communicative, student-centered approach. Students receive 15 hours (20 x 45-minute lessons) of English per week, taught by trained teachers in classes averaging 17 students of all levels. The curriculum emphasizes real conversation and confidence-building, with lessons starting with engaging speaking activities on relevant topics. Placement is determined by an online test or an on-arrival test, and all students receive an end-of-course certificate.

The base package includes 15 hours of English lessons per week, full-board accommodation in university residence, a full program of on-site activities and excursions (mix of half-day and full-day trips), weekly bed linen change, arrival/departure transfers on the official arrival day (from specified airports) and an end-of-course certificate. Optional extras include specific premium excursions (e.g., Thorpe Park, London Eye) and personal airport transfers. A mandatory, refundable damage deposit is required on arrival. Travel and medical insurance is not included but can be purchased through Embassy Summer's partner.

Students live in full-board university residence halls on the Headington campus. Rooms are single, available as en-suite or standard (with shared bathroom facilities, 1-3 students per bathroom). Each room is equipped with a desk, chair, wardrobe, and bed linen (towels are not provided). The residence features 24/7 security, CCTV, an on-site security team, and a dedicated Embassy Summer night supervisor. Rooms are cleaned weekly, and self-service laundry facilities are available on-site. All students receive a key for their room and building.

The program offers full-board accommodation. All meals are provided at The Terrace restaurant on campus during set times (breakfast, lunch, dinner), with a packed lunch on excursion days. Meals typically include a variety of hot and cold options, with a vegetarian choice available at lunch and dinner. The catering team can accommodate most dietary requirements if informed accurately at least two weeks in advance.

The program balances English learning with a diverse and engaging social schedule designed to develop life skills and explore British culture. It includes a mix of on-site activities (e.g., sports tournaments, trivia nights, discos, creative workshops like \"Trashion Show\") and included excursions to iconic destinations like London, Windsor Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the picturesque Cotswolds. The activities aim to encourage socializing, continuous English practice, and fun in a less formal setting than the classroom.

On campus, students have access to well-equipped, spacious classrooms, the university dining hall (The Terrace), communal lounges, a shop, cafes, vending machines, and self-service laundry. Sports facilities include the Brookes Sports Centre with a large indoor sports hall (used weekly) and nearby green areas for outdoor sports. The campus has free Wi-Fi, ATM access, and 24/7 security. The location allows students to walk to Oxford city center and use excellent local public transport for excursions.

Embassy Summer at Oxford Brookes University is a trusted global leader with over 30 years of experience, running an award-winning junior program. The center is staffed by a professional, experienced, and dedicated team, including a Centre Manager, Welfare Manager, and trained teachers who receive ongoing support. The environment is safe and supervised, with a strong focus on student welfare (1:10 staff ratio) and creating an inclusive, international atmosphere that mixes students from over 85 countries, ensuring an authentic and life-changing global experience.