Reach Cambridge
British summer schools built around academic progress, real friendships and an itinerary students actually look forward to.
About
Why Reach Cambridge
Discover what you could study next, in a city built around learning. Reach Cambridge brings international students together for subject-focused summer programmes, combining academic exploration with shared college life. Classroom discussion, practical work and time with new friends offer a chance to develop both your interests and your independence. Reach Cambridge is an independent provider, not part of the University of Cambridge.
- Academic exploration before university
- A community of international students
- College accommodation in Cambridge
- Subject teaching with activities and excursions
Campuses
Where students stay
Stay in Cambridge college accommodation. The provider allocates the college; a particular college cannot be guaranteed.
The campus
Cambridge college accommodation
Standard accommodation uses single or twin rooms with shared bathrooms. Single-room and en-suite upgrades are available subject to availability. College allocation is confirmed by Reach Cambridge.
Cambridge
Programmes
A summer school for every age
For ages 14-18, with 2, 4 and 6-week options. Explore sciences, humanities, social sciences or English. Longer stays can include a different subject every two weeks; the planner currently records one selected subject, so requests to combine subjects should be discussed with our team.
Academic Summer Programmes
Architecture · Biotechnology · Business Management & Economics · Computer Science · ENG 4U Canadian Credit · Engineering · English Language & Leadership · Global Leadership · Journalism & Media · Law · Liberal Arts · Literature & Creative Writing · Mathematics · Medicine & Life Sciences · Physics & Astronomy · Politics & International Relations · Psychology · SAT Preparation · Social & Political Sciences · STEM
Daily life
What a typical day looks like
Morning subject sessions lead into afternoons and evenings of activities, workshops and time together. Guest lectures add new perspectives beyond your main subject. The rhythm balances focused learning with opportunities to enjoy Cambridge.
A typical weekday
Breakfast followed by academic classes.
Activities, workshops or optional booked tasters.
Lectures and social activities, followed by the residential curfew.
Beyond the campus
Trips and excursions
Explore beyond Cambridge on supervised cultural visits. Destinations below are examples, not a guaranteed itinerary.
Personalise it
Subjects and activities
Broaden your interests with optional afternoon tasters: £595 each or £995 for two, with up to two per two-week block. These extras are arranged separately and are not included in the planner total.
Academic discovery
Investigate a subject through discussion and practical learning, with teaching designed to introduce further study.
Lectures and workshops
Meet ideas outside your subject through guest lectures and sessions that develop communication and university preparation.
Activities and optional tasters
Social activities complement academic sessions. Optional paid tasters offer an introduction to another area of study.
Safety
Pastoral care
Resident supervisors provide support around the clock, with dedicated welfare staff and clear arrival guidance. Students receive emergency contact details and follow a curfew. Half-board is included on regular days; excursion days include breakfast only. Families should budget for meals outside this allowance.
Ready to build your plan?
Explore available courses and send your selection to our team.
Start building your plan