Watch the Academic Summer 2026 locations video below which brings together everything we believe a summer should be – inspiring learning, international friendships, exciting cities and unforgettable adventures. With two distinctive locations across the UK Academic Summer offers students aged 7–17 a true summer home where education and exploration meet. From the […]
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In this Q&A session, Caroline Marshall from Academic Summer Camps reflects on her journey, the transformational power of summer camps, and why she believes all teenagers should have the chance to experience one. Q: Caroline, you’ve been part of Academic Summer for nearly a decade now, playing so many roles, from […]
Four industry experts came together on the Everything Education podcast to explore the future of British education, the vital role of summer schools and how the sector can stay relevant in a changing world. On Episode 2 of the Everything Education Podcast, Helen Lami, CEO of Academic Summer and Principal of Living Learning […]
Iconic London Summmer Camp excursions, from Trafalgar Square to the London Eye and Buckingham Palace. Explore what makes London Summer Camps at Academic Summer so unique. With inspiring academic sessions, cultural excursions and leadership training, students at our three UK campuses are having the summer of a lifetime. Join us […]
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. […]
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 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 […]