For programmes in Oxford and Cambridge, students need to be aged 12-18. Courses are grouped in ages 12-15 and ages 16-18. Look at your specific course page for information about age groups.

All of our programmes at Oxford and Cambridge are 2 weeks long.

Our faculty is made up of academics from leading universities, researchers and industry experts.

Teachers are carefully selected for each subject and age group, to ensure they meticulously follow our curriculum and provide a supportive and challenging environment for our students.

The campus is run by a team of trained professionals. The Programme Director leads the campus, and is responsible for ensuring all students are safe and happy. Our Programme Directors are educational experts with years of experience leading international students.

Your fees cover everything you need for a rich academic and extracurricular experience, including:

• Classes and tuition with expert tutors
• Study materials
• Guest lectures by academic speakers
• Accommodation on campus at a top university
• Meals in the college dining hall:
  • Ages 12-15: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Ages 16-18: Breakfast and dinner
• Free WiFi
• Welcome and graduation events
• Graduation certificate and report
• Academy Royale International merchandise
• Access to Future Ready online masterclasses

For all of our programmes at Oxford & Cambridge, students need C1 or IELTS level 6.5 or higher.

Yes! All students who successfully complete their programme will be awarded an Academy Royale International Graduation Certificate.

• The certificate will be presented at a graduation ceremony on the final evening of the programme.
• Graduation ceremonies are primarily for students, but in some cases, parents may attend upon request.
• Due to limited seating, parents must contact the campus office well in advance to check availability.

Some subjects are only available in Oxford:

• New Perspectives (ages 12-15)
• Broadening Horizons (ages 16-18)
• MIT FutureBuilders (ages 16-18)
• Film Academy (ages 12-15)
• Artificial Intelligence (ages 12-15)
• Cyber Security & AI (ages 16-18)

Psychology & The Human Mind (ages 12-15) is only available in Cambridge.

Most of our programmes are available in both Oxford and Cambridge, both iconic university cities with long histories of scholarship and inspiring architecture - so how to choose between the two? The following bullet points can help you to narrow down your choice, as well as the Residential Colleges web page.

Oxford

• Oxford is a larger city, meaning a more bustling atmosphere and a greater range of shops and restaurants
• Oxford is the famous filming location of Harry Potter and many other iconic films and television programmes

Cambridge

• Cambridge has a smaller, more compact city centre which means every part of the city is easy to explore on foot
• Cambridge is famous for its punting, a typical student way of seeing the iconic ‘Backs’ of the colleges from the river

Both cities provide the same standard of accomodation, student experience and academic learning, meaning the choice really is up to you! Explore online, learn more about the locations and their famous alumni and contact our Admissions team if you really can’t choose.

For programmes at Marlborough College, students need to be aged 10-18. Juniors courses are for students aged 10-12, and EFL courses take place in various age groups from 13-18. Look at your specific course page for information about age groups.

The lengths of our programmes at Marlborough College are as follows:

EFL programmes:

• English Explorer and IELTS Preparation: 1-4 weeks
• Iconic Britain: 2 weeks

Juniors programmes:

• English Discovery and Academic Discovery: 1-4 weeks
• Young Game Creators: 2 weeks

Teachers are carefully selected for each subject and age group, to ensure they meticulously follow our curriculum and provide a supportive and challenging environment for our students.

The campus is run by a team of trained professionals. The Programme Director leads the campus, and is responsible for ensuring all students are safe and happy. Our Programme Directors are educational experts with years of experience leading international students.

Your fees cover everything you need for a rich academic and extracurricular experience, including:

• Classes and tuition with expert tutors
• Study materials
• Accommodation on campus at Marlborough College
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Marlborough College’s dining hall
• Free WiFi
• Welcome and graduation events
• Graduation certificate and report
• Academy Royale International merchandise
• Access to Future Ready online masterclasses

Our English language requirements are as follows:

Juniors programmes:

• English Discovery: A1 upward
• Academic Discovery: B1 upward
• Young Game Creators: B1 upward

EFL programmes:

• English Explorer: A1 upward
• Iconic Britain: B1 upward
• IELTS Preparatio: B1 upward

Students who have studied at an English speaking school for two or more years are exempt from English requirements.

All students registered to attend our Learn English courses will be required to take an English Language Placement Test, which will assess their relative abilities. Students are then placed into ability groups based on the results of their assessment, and the material that they study is tailored to the level of the class.

The English Language Placement Test takes approximately one hour, and is taken by students on arrival at their programme.

Yes! All students who successfully complete their programme will be awarded an Academy Royale International Graduation Certificate.

• The certificate will be presented at a graduation ceremony on the final evening of the programme.
• Graduation ceremonies are primarily for students, but in some cases, parents may attend upon request.
• Due to limited seating, parents must contact the campus office well in advance to check availability.

Academy Royale International operates independently and is not affiliated with, sponsored, or endorsed by the universities and campuses where our programmes take place.

This includes:

• University of Oxford
• University of Cambridge
• Marlborough College

Booking your place is simple and can be done online using our secure booking system.

What you'll need to book:

• Student details
• Payment details (debit/credit card or alternative method)
• The name of your chosen programme(s)

After booking:

• You will receive an email confirmation once your deposit has been processed.
• A login to the Academy Royale International Portal will be provided, where you can:
  • Access all details about your enrolment.
  • Submit important information to keep us up to date.

For any questions or assistance, our Admissions team is happy to help.

All the important information we need from you before arrival can be found or submitted through the Portal.

Please note, the legal guardian is the person named when applying for the programme. Only they will be able to complete certain important documents, including the medical forms in the Portal.

You can request changes to your booking, including switching subjects or changing dates, but all changes are subject to availability.

• To request a change, contact our Admissions Team as soon as possible.
• Make sure that your English language level matches your new course.
• Changes made less than 60 days before the programme start date may be harder to accommodate.
• If a change is not possible, our team will discuss alternative options with you.

For assistance, please reach out to our Admissions Team.

Yes! You can enrol in multiple programmes to explore a variety of subjects.

• Students attending consecutive sessions will receive accommodation for the Saturday night between programmes.
• Supervised activities will be arranged during the transition between.

Most of our accommodation sites offer a mix of single and twin bedrooms. Some campuses have en-suite bedrooms while others have bathroom facilities shared between a small group of same-sex students.

Some campuses can offer a single room or ensuite upgrade for an additional fee: get in touch to find out more.

Sharing your room with fellow students is a great way of getting to know people and making friends. You can also request to share a room with someone you know studying the same course as you, though this is not guaranteed and must be done in advance of the course.

To find out more about the accessibility of our venues please click here.

If you have a particular preference for a certain room type, you can make a request on booking or requests can be made later via the online portal, but please be aware that single rooms cannot be guaranteed.

All requests are subject to availability. If a particular room type is required for medical reasons, please contact our Admissions Team who will be able to check for availability across the sites offering your chosen programme.

Yes, student rooms are on separate corridors and/or staircases. If you have any questions about a particular location, please contact us.

All of the campuses have laundry facilities. Academy Royale International staff are on hand to assist, and you will find out more at your Induction Talk.

All students will be well looked after, and security is carefully monitored on campus. Our campuses are only accessible to our students, with one entry point that is staffed 24/7.

In order to leave campus students are required to sign out and sign themselves back in with a counsellor, and curfews are enforced on campus. Any issues that arise can be taken up with staff.

Students will also always be accompanied during lessons, trips, and excursions.

Breakfast & dinner in your campus’s dining hall is included in the programme fees for all students. Lunch is also included for:

• Students attending a programme in Oxford or Cambridge for ages 12-15
• Students attending a programme at Marlborough College

Yes, we can accommodate most dietary requirements, but you must inform us at least 60 days before your programme start date.

• Vegetarian meals are available but must be requested in advance.
• Kosher and Halal options are not always available; in such cases, students may be offered a vegetarian alternative.
• Medical dietary requirements (e.g., lactose intolerance, food allergies) must be reported at least 60 days in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements.

How to Submit Dietary Requirements:

• All enrolled students must complete a Medical and Dietary Form before arrival.
• This form will be available via the Academy Royale International Portal from April.
• The legal guardian of the student must complete this form.

If your country is part of the EU or the European Economic Area you will not require a visa to enter the UK. It is always advisable to check with the relevant authorities for visa requirements.

Please click here for more information

You will need to arrange fully comprehensive travel insurance separately as this is not included in the programme fees.

For all programmes,

The most convenient airports are the major London airports:

• Heathrow
• Gatwick
• Stansted
• Luton

Students wishing to join the supervised arrivals process need to arrive and depart from Heathrow.

For those traveling from mainland Europe, the Eurostar train is also a good option.

For further details on travel options, visit our Arrivals and Departure page.

Your arrival day will be Sunday. You will receive full details of exactly where and when you should arrive on campus in your Academy Royale International Portal.

We recommend that you arrive before 17:00 in order to join the welcome reception and student induction talk. If for any reason you won’t make it to campus at the specified time, simply get in touch with us in advance, or on the day if you are delayed.

For more information about arrivals and departure arrangements from any of our locations please click here.

Students should arrive on campus between 15:00 and 17:00 - your official arrival window will be sent via email and in the Portal in advance.

On arrival our staff will take care of your registration. You will receive your room keys and programme information at this point.

You’ll have plenty of time to settle in and meet your new peers, and attend the Welcome Reception, which is a chance to meet the Programme Director and staff who will be looking after students during their stay. Parents and family members can attend the welcome reception before departing.

Students will have dinner and attend their Induction Talk with the Programme Director, who will outline all of the safety information and remind students of the key rules of the programme.

Students will be asked to vacate their room shortly after breakfast, and all rooms should be vacated before midday.

If you have booked a Supervised Airport Transfer, you will receive any information you need before the last day.

Students will be asked to return their room keys and collect their reports and graduation packs as soon as possible after breakfast. Staff will be on hand to assist with departures throughout the day.

Students who have booked a place on a programme will receive Welcome Information closer to summer, which includes a packing list and guidance on what to bring.

UK Weather is famously unpredictable, with warm sunshine and rain often being experienced on the same day

• Weather in July and August is generally warm and dry, with occasional heatwaves
• Be prepared for rain and occasional cool temperatures, even in summer
• We recommend that you pack warm layers and a waterproof jacket
• Make sure to bring clothes suitable for physical activities as well as formal events

For the latest weather updates, check local forecasts before you travel.

Students are encouraged to bring their mobile phones (if compatible in the UK) to stay in touch with family, friends, and programme staff. However, phones are not allowed during classes.

We also recommend that students bringing their own mobile phones switch Data Roaming off, to avoid incurring large unwanted telephone bills.

Morning classes typically take place between 09:00 and 12:30, with breaks in between.

Afternoon classes take place on three or four days of each week, depending on the location, and usually begin at 13:45 and finish at 15:30.

Please note, timings will differ depending on the location.

Outside of lesson time, students are kept fully engaged with a variety of extracurricular activities, excursions, and guest lectures, all organised by our dedicated Events Team.

Parents and family are welcome to visit on weekends when students have free time but should bear in mind that the students may be going on trips or excursions and so should find out ahead of arriving whether the student will be available.

In order to take students out of campus for any amount of time, a completed exeat form will be required; these will be available upon request once the summer school is in session.

Academy Royale International offers a variety of trips to sites of historical and cultural interest. Locations include Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwic Castle, and more.

You can find out more about excursions on each respective location page. Students in Oxford and Cambridge can also book an optional London Excursion which takes place on the second Sunday of their programme.

All Academy Royale International campuses have residential staff on-site 24/7 to ensure student safety.

Emergency Contacts:

• Each campus has a 24-hour emergency phone number that students can call if needed.
• Family and friends may also contact the campus office in case of an emergency.
• These contact numbers will be emailed to all students before their programme starts and will be available on our website during the summer.

Parental Emergency Contact Requirements:

• Students under 18 must provide at least one parent or guardian's contact details.
• If a parent/guardian will be unavailable during the programme, students must provide an alternative emergency contact.
• It is essential that all contact details are kept up to date so we can reach the appropriate person if needed.

All Academy Royale International programmes culminate in a special graduation ceremony and leaving party on the last Friday of the programme.

You will be informed via email on how to book tickets for your child's graduation ceremony.

Individual course fees can be found on course pages. A full list of course fees can also be found here.

You have the opportunity to add upgrades to your summer school experience, which can be added at the time of booking or at a later date. For more information, see our Optional Extras & Upgrades page.

Deposits vary by location and course duration:

2 week courses in Oxford and Cambridge: £1295

2 week courses at Marlborough College: £1250

1-4 week courses at Marlborough College: £500 per week

The remaining balance for payment of full fees is due 90 days before the course starts.

You will receive more information closer to your course.

We recommend all students budget enough to cover daily expenses (including snacks, souvenirs and daily essentials like toiletries), alongside an additional amount in case of emergency. The amount of pocket money needed varies depending on personal spending habits.

If you are not taking the Supervised Airport Transfer Service, you will also need to factor travel expenses to campus into your budget.

For students aged 16 to 18 that leave campus to buy their lunch we recommend around £10 per day to cover lunches, and any additional snacks.

All other students will receive all meals on campus.

• Banks and ATMs are available at all programme locations (note that some ATMs may charge withdrawal fees).
• Students can store money securely in their campus safe if needed.
• In the USA, a member of the campus team will assist you if you need to withdraw cash.

• Debit or credit cards
• Cash for small purchases and emergencies
• Apple Pay/contactless payments (widely accepted at most locations)

Scholarships are delivered at the discretion of Academy Royale International through our existing partners. They are not available upon request.

Any cancellation must be received in writing and can only be made on the following terms:

• No refund of the deposit will be made under any circumstances once the two-week cooling-off period has concluded;
• For cancellations before your programme start date, the remainder of the programme fees excluding the deposit will be proportionally refunded as per the table below:

120+ days - 100%

90-119 days - 50%

45-89 days - 10%

0-44 days - 0%

Cancellations made after the commencement date of the programme will not receive any refund.

For full information regarding cancellation and refund terms, please see our full terms and conditions.