However you feel about celebrating Halloween, it is one of those times when British culture comes vividly to life in the classroom. Whether it’s carving pumpkins, dressing up in scary costumes, or simply noticing the seasonal decorations in shops and homes, it offers rich opportunities for exploring language and culture. […]
For 30 years, Kate Hargreaves, founder of Living Learning English (LLE), has been a leading figure in international English language education. Now, following Academic Summer’s acquisition of LLE and as Kate steps into retirement, she leaves behind a remarkable legacy that has touched thousands of lives. In this article, business […]
Academic Summer Camps is pleased to partner with Ukrainian entrepreneur Vitalii Bresler of British Camp, to offer young athletes the chance to explore new sports and receive expert coaching, particularly in football, within an exciting and supportive atmosphere. At British Camp, counsellors are known as camp heroes and Vitalii leads by example. Even in the […]
Ellie Jones, mum of three and Head of Academic and HR at Academic Summer, shares a genuine parental perspective on summer school programmes in the UK explaining why her children love Academic Summer Camps and how it gives them a head start each school year. When it comes to summer […]
Ellie Jones is Head of HR and Head of Academics at Academic Summer, where she plays a central role in shaping both the team and the learning experience across the organisation’s UK and Canada camps. With a background in teaching and a strong focus on student-centred education, Ellie brings warmth, […]
Vincent Smidowicz is one of those rare educators whose influence reaches across generations. With roots in summer school education stretching back to the 1970s, Vincent has taught countless students – “thousands, hundreds of thousands, almost certainly,” as he reflects with characteristic understatement. Today, he’s a key part of the Academic Summer team, […]
Business journalist, Al Gibson, sat down with Dr Giedrė Balčytytė at David Game College at David Game College to discuss her passion for education, leadership and innovative teaching methods. Dr Balcytyte, who has a background in language, music and research is Academic Manager at Academic Summer and Course Director for our David Game programme. Not […]
When Nikita Piazenko came on his first British summer school, he was a 14-year-old student from Lithuania with a passion for ice hockey. Fluent in Lithuanian, Italian and Russian, his parents recognised the value of him mastering English as an international language and he seized this opportunity to enhance his skills. […]
Independent business journalist, Al Gibson. sat down with the company’s leader Helen Lami who is on a mission to deliver the best of British education to students from across the world. Last year 59 countries were represented in five Academic Camps in the UK and Canada, including students from across […]
Helen Lami, the CEO of Academic Summer, recently delivered an inspiring talk on leadership to a group of 40 enthusiastic learners at the prestigious David Game College in London. As part of the ‘Be a Leader’ programme, her PowerPoint presentation aimed to enlighten young minds about the essential qualities of […]