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, […]
Interviews
Read interviews with movers and shakers in the world of British Summer schools and camps, who specialise in creating ideal opportunities for international students to experience a taste of learning in the UK.
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 […]
Celebrate International Women’s Day with Helen Lami, CEO of Academic Summer and Dr Giedre Balcytyte, Academic Manager, as they discuss women in leadership including women leaders in education. Gain insights into leadership, resilience and empowering young people while learning how Academic Summer supports girls’ education globally. International Women’s Day celebrates the achievements of women in leadership, innovation as well […]
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 […]
As we talk to Yonca Kurt, a distinguished educator in robotics and coding, her passion for technology is immediately evident. Yonca is the founder of Tech Study UK and we’re pleased to be working together with this enterprising London-based company to host a series of Robotics and Coding summer camps. […]
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 […]