On Monday, 7 July, our CEO Helen Lami delivered a compelling leadership talk to international students at Sidcot School, Bristol. Helen’s engaging presentation explored what it truly means to be a leader in today’s world – highlighting empathy, respect, courage and curiosity as essential qualities, rather than merely authority and status. […]
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Summer 2025 is off to a cracking start at Academic Summer! Discover how our students are experiencing London’s iconic landmarks, exceptional learning venues and unforgettable adventures. After a successful manager training day at Heathrow Airport on Saturday 14th June, our energetic team were ready for this year’s intake of students. […]
The Academic Summer team has smashed our step target for Theirworld Your Walk 2025, raising over £1,000 and walking more than four million steps for children’s education worldwide. Read our report back and see how you can still support. Part of our Your Walk team. From Left to right, Betty, […]
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, […]
In uncertain times, Academic Summer remains a trusted beacon for international families. We spoke with CEO, Helen Lami to address current concerns raised by travel agents in various countries. It seems parents are worried about current global tensions, visas, safety matters and other issues. In this interview article Helen aims […]
The teaching methodologies at Academic Summer range from from CLIL to Multiple Intelligences, ensuring a dynamic, engaging and personalised learning experience. Our Academic Manager, Dr Giedre Balcytyte who oversees teaching methodologies at Academic Summer. Education beyond the classroom At Academic Summer, learning is not just about memorising facts – it’s about engagement, discovery […]
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 […]
How leadership is integrated into everyday learning at Academic Summer Camps Unlike traditional leadership courses, our Be a Leader Programme is not just a set of lectures – it’s an immersive experience which includes: Dr Giedre Balcytyte who is our Academic Manager explains: “When students apply for university, they can include their Be a […]