Summer School Programmes
Our summer school programmes are the main courses that we offer to our students. Each programme is tailored to a specific academic track, depending on your skills and interests. They are designed to provide a balanced and engaging experience, where students can grow academically, socially, and personally.
We offer the following programmes:
Global Studies Summer School
Our Global Studies Summer School encompasses the real and prevalent issues confronting today’s societies. Each lesson is devoted to the study of global affairs. During these lessons, we focus on issues such as globalisation, environmentalism, international finance, politics, and justice.
Our aim is to support our students in developing their critical thinking skills and analytical abilities. We want our students to do more than just retain information. We want to foster within in them the ability to research, interrogate, and debate what they have learned in their own right.
Our teachers encourage our students to truly challenge themselves by learning from both their teachers and their fellow students. In doing this, we aim to support them informing, understanding, and articulating their opinions to one another.
Please Note: This programme is aimed at students with a high level of English language proficiency and fluent English speakers, as it does not include any English language teaching.
Availability
This course is for students aged 12 and up who have reached Grade 8 or higher with their instrument. This ensures that all members are prepared for the demands of the repertoire and performance schedule.
Admission to the youth orchestra is based on a two-stage audition process. Students first submit a video performance for initial selection. Those who succeed then complete a second audition. These auditions include a prescribed orchestral excerpt and a quick study.
Exchange Programmes
The King’s School Canterbury, in partnership with King’s Shenzhen, is proud to offer a unique English immersion course designed especially for younger learners. Set within the historic and inspiring environment of King’s Canterbury, this programme combines outstanding teaching with cultural enrichment, giving students the skills and confidence to thrive in English.
- Focus on Speaking and Listening: Lessons are built around practical communication tasks, encouraging students to use English in real-life situations.
- Hands-On Learning: From creative projects to interactive group work, language skills are developed through doing, not just listening.
- Safe and Supportive Environment: With experienced teachers, caring house parents, and dedicated pastoral care, students are supervised at all times and supported to grow in confidence.
A True British Experience: In addition to English lessons, students enjoy sports, creative workshops, and cultural excursions to some of the UK’s most famous landmarks.
Availability
Available 2025 and beyond for King’s International Partnership school students only.
King’s Shenzhen English Immersion Programme is available for 8–12-year-olds from 2025 and beyond for students attending our partnership school at The King’s School Shenzhen International.
Our English Language Summer School helps students to create, develop, and master their English language proficiency. We cater to students from around the world with a diverse range of language skills, cultural backgrounds, and personal interests.
To accommodate this range of student abilities, we’ve developed an academic curriculum that is tailored to each student’s specific needs and passions. This curriculum is based upon three central pillars: knowledge based, skills based, and values-based learning.
Whether a student wants to improve their language skills, pursue academic interests, or explore new fields, our programmes offer the flexibility to help them achieve their goals.