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Oxford Royale Academy Review

Oxford Royale is one of the biggest and most high-profile summer schools in Oxford. But what's it really like, and how does it compare to other programmes?

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About Oxford Royale Academy

Review last updated: 22 June 2025

Oxford Royale Academy is one of the largest summer school providers, hosting over 2,000 students annually across prestigious locations, including Oxford, Cambridge, London, Yale, and Berkeley. The scale of the programme provides students with opportunities to meet peers from around the world and experience university-style life, with a wide variety of courses and locations on offer. Oxford Royale is a strong choice for those seeking a large, sociable summer programme in a prestigious setting.

★★★★☆Very Good

From our interviews with hundreds of students, the top-rated programmes in Oxford are:

Oxford Scholastica Academy (Outstanding: 4.7)

Oxford Summer Courses (Very Good: 4.3)

Oxford Royale Academy (Very Good: 4.3)

Immerse Education (Very Good: 4.3)

Oxbridge Academic Programs (Very Good: 4.3)

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What Oxford Royale Academy Students Really Think

We've interviewed students on the streets of Oxford to explore the details of Oxford Royale Academy's offerings, including academics, extracurriculars and student experiences, to help you determine whether it’s the right choice for you.

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Oxford Royale Academy
Quick Facts

Age Range

13-18

Programme Size

Oxford Royale are one of the largest summer schools in Oxford, with over 2,000 students attending last year.

Fees

From £6,995

Locations

Oxford, Cambridge, London, Yale, Berkeley, New York

Accommodation

University accommodation, boarding school accommodation

Year Founded

2004

Best For

International diversity and an iconic Oxford experience

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Oxford Royale Academy
Online Reviews at a Glance

Oxford Royale Academy has 868 online reviews on platforms like Trustpilot, averaging 4.8/5.

We've read them all so you don't have to, and if you'd like to you can see our full research here.

Students who attended Oxford Royale Academy liked:

Many students praised the enriching educational experience and engaging classes.
Opportunities to make friendships across cultures were highlighted.
Participants enjoyed the campus environment and extracurricular activities, feeling a sense of community.

Students who attended Oxford Royale Academy didn't like:

Some reviews expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of accommodations and food.
Suggestions were made for improving teaching standards.

5 stars - Roxane (Student)

Oxford Royale Academy review

"I truly think that it has been one of the most exciting experiences of my life. Not only does it offer you mind-blowing and high quality classes from amazing teachers, it also gives you the opportunity to create long lasting international friendships, and that’s something really special. If I could describe Oxford Royale in only two words, it would simply be: self-improvement."

Students taking photos of the Rad Cam in Oxford, UK

4 stars - Guilherme (Parent)

Oxford Royale Academy review

"It was a great experience for my son spending two weeks at Oxford Royale, good accommodation and friendly people. The education could be more deep and explain more of the content (my son's review...)."

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