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Oxford Summer Courses Review

Oxford Summer Courses is one of the largest Oxford-based providers, with a wide subject range and international reach. But what are their programmes like, and how do they compare to other summer schools?

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About Oxford Summer Courses

Review last updated: 22 June 2025

Oxford Summer Courses is one of the largest summer school providers, operating across Oxford, Cambridge, Eton, and other UK boarding schools. The programme’s size allows for a wide range of courses and a diverse student community. Known for its independence-focused approach, OSC is ideal for students looking for an academic experience that encourages self-directed learning.

★★★★☆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 Summer Courses Students Really Think

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

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Average student
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Oxford Summer Courses
Quick Facts

Age Range

9-24

Programme Size

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

Fees

From £2,165

Locations

Oxford, Cambridge, London, Eton and Windsor

Accommodation

University accommodation, boarding school accommodation

Year Founded

2010

Best For

Academic independence and a flexible learning experience

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Oxford Summer Courses
Online Reviews at a Glance

Oxford Summer Courses has 325 online reviews on platforms like Trustpilot, averaging 4.7/5.

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Students who attended Oxford Summer Courses liked:

Participants praised the intimate class sizes for personal attention from enthusiastic tutors.
Many enjoyed excursions and engaging activities that enhanced their overall experience.

Students who attended Oxford Summer Courses didn't like:

Some feedback indicated that the organisation of classes and teaching quality could be improved.

5 stars - Natalia (Student)

Oxford Summer Courses review

"Attending the Oxford Summer Course for Chemistry was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had! My class only had three students, which enabled the teacher to have a more personal approach to every student. The lessons were really engaging, and made me even more passionate about Chemistry than I was before."

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5 stars - Jan (Student)

Oxford Summer Courses review

"Greatest summer of all time. Everything was amazing (except maybe the food)."

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About Summer School Oxford

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