ACADEMIC SUMMER LONDON CITY
Let London Inspire Your Future Career: Where Learning Meets Opportunities
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
This transformative summer experience results from a dynamic partnership between David Game College and Academic Summer. We combine visionary education with immersive activities to create an extraordinary summer camp right in the heart of the City of London.
Our unique summer programme offers you the chance to explore your dream career through our exciting career pathways: ‘Get Ready for Medicine’, ‘Get Ready for Engineering’, and ‘Get Ready for Entrepreneurship’. In 2025, we're pleased to launch a brand-new camp in collaboration with Tech Study UK: ‘Get Ready for Robotics and Coding’.
Alternatively, our trusted Engagers Programme ensures you gain real-world skills and knowledge that will set you apart as you choose the subjects you want to study. New for 2025 come as a family! Our Adventurer and Explorer programmes are open to day students age 10 to 13, and parents can book English and Business English lessons with Kensington Academy of English located at David Game College as well.
Nestled in the heart of London, our prime location provides unparalleled access to the bustling financial district, historic landmarks, and cultural treasures. Imagine exploring the ancient charm of the Tower of London, marvelling at the iconic architecture of St. Paul's Cathedral, or gaining invaluable industry exposure through our hands-on experiences.
Regarding accommodation, you'll enjoy state-of-the-art facilities with single rooms providing the perfect space to relax after a day of exploration and learning.
Invest in your future with this enriching blend of visionary education and immersive experiences set against the vibrant backdrop of the City of London.
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ACADEMIC
Enhance your Future Career with David Game College and Academic Summer's Collaborative Summer School
Career Pathway Programmes
David Game College and Academic Summer's Career Pathway programmes are designed to give you practical insights into your future career. Through experience, inspiring visits, workshops, lectures, and career guidance, we will help you develop essential life skills and tools for success.
Let us help you Get Ready for Medicine, Engineering, Entrepreneurship or Robotics and Coding. Join one of our Career Pathway programmes
The Facts
| Course Length | Two-weeks |
| Age | 15-17 |
| Minimum Level of English | B2 on the CEFR |
| Hours of Learning | 40 per week |
| Max Class Size | 12 |
Get Ready for Engineering
As the global demand for skilled engineers skyrockets, we're here to equip you with core subject knowledge essential for a successful university engineering career. Our tutors will guide you through diverse engineering fields, helping you carve a clear path for the future.
- Build core subject knowledge and insight across multiple fields of engineering - civil, mechanical, electrical and chemical
- Study Maths and physics related to Engineering concepts, including algebra, integration and forces and motion, building a solid foundation in key subjects
- Learn to apply knowledge and skills through practical technology workshops
- Develop leadership, team building, presentation, public speaking through our Da Vinci Project competition
- Visit an innovative engineering company and learn about new technology
- Consider environmental and sustainability challenges, as well as ethical issues
- Leads to CPD qualification
Final Showcase: Da Vinci Competition - this team challenge emphasises developing your higher-order thinking skills, problem-solving and creativity.
Get Ready for Medicine
Becoming a medic is one of the most challenging but rewarding career paths. Our programme is tailor-made for aspiring medics. Engage in practical laboratory work, and explore infectious diseases, immunology, neuroscience and technology's role in medicine.
The course includes:
- A whole-day clinical workshop with a doctor
- Clinical workshops and scenarios
- Biology and Chemistry practicals (including heart and lung dissections)
- Achieving Emergency First Aid qualification
- Exploring and understanding medical ethics
- Planning your Personal Statement and interview practice
- Looking at UCAT
- Medical-related trips
- Leads to CPD qualification
The Final Assessment:
You will carry out a research project on a topic that interests you, and at the end of the course, you will present this to a panel of experts and your peers.
Get Ready for Entrepreneurship
We aim to nurture future visionaries and equip them to thrive in a rapidly changing world. The focus will be on entrepreneurship and innovation within a business context. We will help you develop essential life skills and tools to be successful in your future. Our goal is to inspire the next generation of innovators, empowering you to believe in your potential to lead and shape change in the world.
- Learn about entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership in business
- Find out more about yourself and your role
- Develop your presentation skills, your personal brand and your thought leadership
- Learn how to manage a budget and your finances
- Understand Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and business ethics
- Look at branding, marketing and sales, including a visit to the Museum of the Brands
- Develop your understanding of competition and the importance of a SWOT
- Business planning and writing a business plan
- Visits to a company and industry-related trips
- Workshops and lectures with business experts
- Leads to CPD qualification
Enterprise Challenge Dragon's Den: Develop a business plan to create a successful business and pitch it to a panel of experts
Get Ready for Robotics and Coding
New for 2025, in partnership with Tech Study UK and developed by Tech Study UK's CEO, Yonca Kurt, we are pleased to launch Get Ready for Robotics and Coding.
In today's world, where information is just a click away, and AI is developing so fast, success is achieved through life experience, embracing challenges, dreaming big, and nurturing an unquenchable curiosity about technology. This exciting robotics and coding camp is the gateway to turning curiosity and dreams into action. No prior technical knowledge is required—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready for an unforgettable learning adventure.
You will participate in various projects, from automating Bluetooth robotic cars to delving deep into programming and engineering using the Arduino microcontroller. Your learning will be filled with hands-on projects and meaningful accomplishments.
- Get hands-on with the basics of Arduino and learn how to code in the C programming language
- Introduction to LED control and basic electronics
- Learn about wireless communication and integrating Bluetooth modules
- Develop your coding with Loops and Conditionals
- Challenge yourself and learn the essentials of building a robotic
- Gain experience working with sensors, modules, motors and various circuit components
- Unleash your creativity and design, and turn your Arduino knowledge into new projects
- Enjoy hands-on and project-based learning
- YOU WILL NEED TO BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP FOR THIS PATHWAY
- Leads to CPD qualification
Challenge: Design and develop your robotic and present it in our grand finale
Engagers
In your lessons, you will:
The Facts
| Length of Course | 2 to 4 weeks |
| Age | 14-17 |
| Minimum Level of English | B1+ on the CEFR |
| Hours of Learning | 30 |
| Maximum Class Size | 15 |
Come as a Family
Daily Schedule - Monday to Friday
| TIME | WHAT IS HAPPENING? |
|---|---|
| 8.15 | Families arrive at David Game College |
| 8.30 | Assembly - leadership skill everyday |
| 9.00 | Lessons |
| 12.30 | Lunch |
| 13.30 | Lesson |
| 14.30 | Afternoon trips / Wednesday and Thursday: Be a Leader |
| 18.00 | Departure of day students |
See our leisure programme for full details of the programme
Adventurers and Explorers
The Facts
| Age | 10 - 13 (class placement by age) |
| Max Class Size | 15 |
| English Level | B1 on the CEFR |
| Hours of Learning | 25 |
CLIL APPROACH
Our teaching and learning approach is centred around Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) which gives a holistic approach to learning. Experts have described CLIL as a significant methodological revolution in language teaching.
According to Coyle (1999), the CLIL curriculum is based on the four Cs:
CONTENT
COGNITION
COMMUNICATION
CULTURE
JOIN US AND UNLOCK THE BENEFITS OF CLIL:
Leisure Programme 2025
Experience an unforgettable summer filled with excitement, learning and adventure (see schedule); we have the location, so let's make the most of it! The leisure programme is designed not only to enhance your academic skills and prepare you for the future but also to offer you the opportunity to make new friends, boost your confidence and have a blast exploring this vibrant city in the afternoon and evening.
Imagine… immersing yourself in the City of London's rich history and culture, surrounded by iconic landmarks and cultural hotspots. From exploring historic sites such as the Tower of London to delving into contemporary wonders in the City, this camp promises a thrilling journey of discovery.
We're dedicated to making your summer truly extraordinary. Our leisure programme is brimming with unique and exhilarating trips that will take you on adventures both within London and beyond. At the weekend, you'll have the chance to see more of England and soak in its unique charm during our weekend trips to Oxford, Windsor, Brighton, and Cambridge.
Prepare to be amazed by the perfect blend of fun, education and adventure. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to create memories that will last a lifetime! Book today!
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DATES AND FEES 2025
CAREER PATHWAYS
Age 15-17
Sunday 29 June to Sunday 13 July
Sunday 13 July to Sunday 27 July
Sunday 27 July to Sunday 10 August
£5,000 / PER TWO-WEEK COURSE FOR A STANDARD ROOM
£5,200 / PER TWO-WEEK COURSE FOR AN ENSUITE ROOM
£3,000 / PER TWO-WEEK COURSE AS A DAY STUDENT
Includes tuition, teaching materials, accommodation, meals, insurance, airport transfers and trips and activities. Day fees includes lunch and programme Monday to Friday 8.30 to 18.00.
OTHER PROGRAMMES
Age 10-17
Sunday 29 June to Sunday 13 July
Sunday 13 July to Sunday 27 July
Sunday 27 July to Sunday 10 August
£4,300 / PER TWO-WEEK COURSE FOR A STANDARD ROOM
£4,500 / PER TWO-WEEK COURSE FOR AN ENSUITE ROOM
£2,300 / PER TWO-WEEK COURSE AS A DAY STUDENT AGE (10-17)
Boarding (Age 14+) fees include tuition, accommodation, meals, insurance, airport transfers, trips and activities. Day (Age 10+) fees include lunch and programme Monday to Friday 8.30-18.00.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
What are the payment terms?
An initial payment of £500 should be made to secure your booking, and the final payment is due at least five weeks before your summer camp starts.
Once paid, fees are non-refundable. Please refer to our Term and Conditions for more information.
Are there any extra fees?
Booking Changes: If you find the need to modify your booking, a £50 administrative fee will apply.
Arrival and Departure Transfers: Our published arrivals and departures are designed to optimise your experience. Should you arrive or depart outside our advertised transfer window, or to an airport other than Heathrow please be aware that transfer fees will apply as follows:
Luton/Stansted: £260 each way
Eurostar/ Kingscross: £180 each way
City Airport: £140 each way
Gatwick: £220 each way
Heathrow (outside of the transfer window): £190 each way
Arriving or departing directly to campus out of hours/not Sunday: £150
Unaccompanied Minors (arriving/departing outside of our transfer window): £50
Contact our team for more information.
Extra nights: £150 (subject to availability, transfer not included).
Weekend trips: £125 (days students or those attending the trip on arrival/departure day)
How do I make a payment?
Once you book a place using our online booking form you will be sent an invoice with various payment options. Choose the option that works best for you.
TransferMate
TransferMate is free to use with no additional bank charges applied to your transfers. This service provides competitive currency exchange rates and allows you to pay in your preferred local currency. Please log in to our portal for more information and to make a payment using TransferMate.
TransferWise
TransferWise is a straightforward method for making international payments while minimising bank charges. To get started, follow these steps.
- Visit www.transferwise.com
- Log in or create a new account
- Transfer funds from your bank account or debit/credit card to our designated account.
Bank Transfers
You can make a bank transfer to us. You will find our bank details on your invoice. When making any payment please ensure you quote the student's name and/or invoice number as a reference so we can trace your payment. Please allow for bank charges within your payment.
Credit Card Payments
Credit card payments can be made through our online portal. Sign into your account and click “checkout” to make the payment. You can also contact info@academiccamp.org for your unique payment link.
Student Insurance
All our boarding students are covered by student travel insurance offered through Guard Me. This insurance is included in the Academic Summer Camp student fees. It covers students worldwide, except in their country of origin. Therefore, students are not covered under the insurance if they attend our camps in their country of residence. Academic Summer Camps does not provide insurance for day students attending our camps.
The key features of the Guard Me insurance policy are:
Protection against cancellation or curtailment, including visa refusals
Medical expenses: £10,000,000 (public and private treatments and hospitals)
Digital Doctor giving 24/7 medical doctor telephonic and video support
24-hour helpline for medical emergencies
Baggage, personal money and travel documents
Third-party liability: £2,000,000
Cover for medical and quarantine expenses related to Covid-19 if no travel restrictions are in place
No excess
Once the student fees are received, the insurance coverage will commence, and Guard Me will email the insurance certificate to your contact email address.
This is the link to the insurance information offered by Guard Me.
This is the link to the full policy wording. You can find a summary of the cover and claims contact numbers at the front of the booklet via this link.
Questions can also be answered via the Student Help Centre on the Guard Me website.
Can I come as a day student?
Yes, you can come Monday-Friday, 8:30- 18:00. The cost is £1,150 per week for the Engager programme. Fees include teaching, teaching materials, lunch and afternoon trips.
If you wish to join a Career Pathway programme as a day student, the fees are £3000 for the two-week course. You need to join the whole two-week course.
To book a weekend trip, the cost is £150 per day (subject to availability)
USEFUL INFORMATION
How do I book?
Here is your step-by-step guide to making Academic Summer your reality:
- Choose your programme, location and dates that align with your interests and schedule. Should you have any questions, our friendly admissions team is here to help.
- Review the important details: Take a moment to carefully go through our terms and conditions. By signing the application form your indicating your agreement. Make sure you understand the programme you are signing up to.
- Complete the booking form: Fill out our user-friendly online booking form, and don't forget to inform us about any medical or dietary concerns we should be aware of. Safety is our top priority. When you book a place you will create a log in to our portal where you can go back and add information later.
- Reserve your place: It's time to make your initial payment of £500 to secure your spot. This will be offset against your total fees.
- Request your visa letter: You can apply for your visa up to three months before the start of the course. We advise applying as early as possible. We will supply you with a letter to support your application.
- Familiarise yourself with the parental portal: You can add any extra information about yourself, upload a photograph, and when the time comes, check out the student handbook, view your timetable and read your reports.
- Customise your curriculum: Handpick your workshops or subjects based on your chosen programme.
- Book your travel arrangements: Book your flights and add the details to the portal. We want to make your arrival seamless so please check our requirements for airport transfers before making any arrangements.
- The countdown begins: Five weeks before your course, its time to make your final payment. We'll email you a reminder!
- Take the English assessment: think of this as a friendly quiz to ensure we can communicate effectively and have a fantastic time together. Our teachers will use the results to plan their lessons with you in mind!
- Verify everything: Log into the your online portal to confirm that you have sent us all the necessary documents and information.
- Pack your bags: Consult our Student Handbook to make sure you've packed everything you need. And, of course, don't leave home without your sense of adventure!
- Bon Voyage!
Airport Transfers
At Academic Summer Camp, we prioritise convenience and comfort for our students. As part of your all-inclusive package, we provide airport transfers from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on our published arrival and departure days. Your flight should arrive or depart between 09.00 and 17.00 on these days.
How do we make transfer days better?
- We rent a dedicated function suite at Hilton Terminal 4, Heathrow Airport, to streamline your arrival and departure experience
- Students can enjoy a comfortable waiting area with amenities, including snacks, a hot lunch, Wi-Fi, and fun entertainment, ensuring a relaxed start to their summer camp. Students have a chance to get to know people before they arrive at school
- Scheduled transport by coach to ensure that you can seamlessly transition to and from our camps
London City arrival dates:
Sunday 29 June 2025
Sunday 13 July 2025
Sunday 27 July 2025
London City departure dates:
Sunday 13 July 2025
Sunday 27 July 2025
Sunday 10 August 2025
Additional Information:
- If you're meeting us at the airport, please come to Hilton Terminal 4, Hounslow, TW6 3AF, for drop-off and pick-up. Enjoy a coffee with us.
- Should you arrive or depart outside our advertised transfer window or to an airport other than Heathrow, please be aware that transfer fees apply
- Your flight should arrive or depart between 09.00 and 17.00 on our published arrival and departure days
- If you arrive at school directly, please arrive between 15.00 and 17.00 on the arrival Sunday. Do not arrive before 15.00 as we are getting your room ready and preparing
- If you depart directly from school, please depart before 11.00 on the departure Sunday
- On departure day, the final coach for Heathrow will leave the school before 10.30, and students with a later flight will be able to enjoy the amenities at Hilton Terminal 4 until their check-in
Arriving at times outside our transfer window
Our published arrivals and departures are designed to optimise your experience. Should you arrive or depart outside our advertised transfer window, or to an airport other than Heathrow please be aware that transfer fees will apply as follows:
Luton/Stansted: £260 each way
Eurostar/ Kingscross: £180 each way
City Airport: £140 each way
Gatwick: £220 each way
Heathrow (outside of the transfer window): £190 each way
Arriving or departing directly to campus out of hours/not Sunday: £150
Unaccompanied Minors (arriving/departing outside of our transfer window): £50
Contact our team for more information.
What's the schools address?
David Game College, 31 Jewry Street, London, EC3N 2ET
Visa information
If you are coming to the UK from another country to participate in our programmes, you may need to obtain a Standard Visitor Visa.
You can check what type of visa you need here: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
Here's a step-by-step guide on how the admissions and visa process works:
Apply to Academic Summer
Complete a booking form www.academiccamp.org/book-now
To secure your please, make an initial payment of £500
Request a Visa Support Letter
Once we receive your initial payment, you can request a visa support letter from us. We will email this letter to you without charge. If you need an original visa support letter sent by courier (this is not a requirement of UKVA, they will accept electronic format), there will be a charge of £75.
Please carefully review the letter and ensure that all the details and information are correct.
Visa Application
You can check to see if you need a visa to enter the UK here: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
Even if you don't need a visa, you still need to bring the required documents, such as confirmation of your place at Academic Summer and financial evidence to prove you have paid for your course, to show the border officer.
Visa Application Timing
If you do need a visa, you can apply for a Standard Visitor Visa up to three months before your planned travel date to the UK.
Visa processing typically takes about three weeks but you can check the guide processing times for specific information related to your country. It is best to apply as soon as you can because we cannot refund fees because you do not receive your visa on time.
Visa Support from Academic Summer
Academic Summer is accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC), allowing us to support your visa application.
We provide a visa support letter to international students which you should use when applying for your visa at a Visa Application Centre in your country.
If you are not familiar with the visa application process we strongly advise you enlist the support of an immigration specialist or Education Travel Agent in your country. Please contact us if you would like us to recommend someone.
For more information on Standard Visitor Visa please visit: https://www.gov.uk/visa-to-study-english
Long-Term Study in the UK
Please note that Academic Summer is not a Tier 4 Sponsor and cannot issue CAS.
If you plan to study in the UK at a boarding school immediately after your Academic Summer Programme please let us know as you may be able to attend the course using your Tier 4 Child Student Visa sponsored by your future school.
We have many partner schools who can include the Academic Summer programme on your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) as a Pre-Sessional course. Your Tier 4 Child Student Visa will then be valid for both the Academic Summer course and your full-time studies in the independent boarding school.
Police Registration and BRP Collection
If you come to the UK on a Tier 4 Child Student Visa, you may need to register with the police if it is a visa condition (as indicated on your entry clearance vignette). Academic Summer staff will assist you with this process. A registration fee will apply.
Those staying in the UK for more than six months will receive a 30 day entry clearance vignette and must collect their Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) upon arrival. Academic Summer will coordinate with your boarding school to facilitate this process.
For more information on Tier 4 Child Student Visas, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/child-study-visa
What should my English Level be?
Engagers: B1
Career Pathways: B2
Remember to take your free CLIL test before arrival. You can log into the Portal for your unique test link.
What about my free time?
We always have dedicated staff on duty, ensuring supervision during breaks, in the evenings and on weekends. Supervision is 24/7. Students are not allowed out without a member of staff in the evenings. During trips, you will have free time where you will be given space to explore with your camp-mates without staff present. There will always be a member of staff close by at a designated meeting point who is contactable by phone should you need them.
What's the nationality mix?
Last year we welcomed students from over 60 different nationalities to our programmes from countries including UK, Italy, France, Switzerland, Ghana, Canada, Japan, China, Ukraine, and many more!
BOOK NOW
Please complete our online application form. You will receive a confirmation letter and invoice shortly after booking.
