MPW summer school

MPW Summer School: Exclusive UK programme by EtonX

Age: 14-17 years.

Dates, 2026:
June 28–July 11, July 12–25, July 26–August 8.

MPW is one of the UK's leading providers of high school education, offering an alternative to traditional schools. Founded in 1973, the school has colleges in London, Birmingham and Cambridge. MPW’s unique approach focuses on exam preparation. Over the last two years, over 500 MPW students have progressed to Russell Group universities. The school’s student body is 70% British and 30% international.

MPW’s Summer School offers 14-17 year olds a two-week course where they will study a very strong and rigorous academic programme with the school’s highly qualified teaching team. Professionally designed programmes offer young people the opportunity to explore careers and traditional academic subjects in new ways, as well as experience contemporary approaches to learning that focus on critical thinking and creative problem solving.

Pupils will be exposed to the best of British culture, with a busy schedule of excursions and cultural activities to ensure they make the most of their time at the school. They will also enjoy lectures and careers talks from world experts and leading university academics.

Key factors

• The Summer School takes place in two cities – London and Cambridge. The London campus is located in South Kensington, a great place to explore the academic and cultural heart of the capital. And then there is the beautiful Cambridge, home to a historic world-famous university and some of the UK’s most innovative and cutting-edge technology companies.
• The Summer School combines engaging academic classes, innovative life skills workshops, enriching activities and a busy schedule of excursions and educational trips.
• Students will attend lectures by leading academics from prestigious London universities and the University of Cambridge in a weekly lecture series. In addition, students will have the opportunity to interact with guest speakers who are experts in their field and learn more about their future profession.
• The mix of British and international students at the Summer School (in 2023, students came from 27 countries) provides the perfect environment for learning about different cultures and making friends.
• Students choose a specialisation – a subject that interests them and that they would like to study in more depth (it will be especially effective if the student chooses the area in which they see their future profession).

Facilities

The London campus is located in the heart of South Kensington, one of the most prestigious and affluent areas of the capital. The college and the new boarding house are located on the same street, just a few steps from world-famous academic and cultural attractions. These include the Natural History Museum, Imperial College, the Royal College of Art, the Royal College of Music, museums to suit all tastes (including the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum) and the iconic Royal Albert Hall. Hyde Park, London’s largest green space, is nearby and the area has a thriving food and café culture.

Cambridge is a city steeped in history, home to many excellent museums, art galleries and stunning architecture, as well as a renowned university. MPW is located in the heart of the city, next to the Cambridge University Botanic Gardens and the University’s engineering and chemistry departments. Students live in purpose-built student halls, a short walk from the College and Cambridge Leisure Park.

Program

Art, Painting, and Design (London program only)

Experiment with different media, techniques, and forms to express your creativity. Explore illustration, painting, typography, color, and more. Find inspiration by visiting art galleries and learn how to build a portfolio for admission to creative arts courses and institutions.

Business, Finance, and Economics

Develop your understanding of the world of finance. Gain insight into how businesses operate—from business planning, investing, and supply chains to branding and marketing.

Computing, Robotics, and Artificial Intelligence

Look into an exciting future. Explore the technologies that will shape our lives and discover areas of interest covering a wide range of topics, from cryptography to coding. Engage your imagination in tasks such as building a robot and designing characters for computer games.

Law, politics, and international relations

Learn to understand the institutions and decisions that affect how we live and how we are governed. Explore the social, legal, and political issues that dominate the headlines in our increasingly interconnected but unstable world.

Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering (London program only)

Bring your understanding of these three complementary subjects to life. Combine hands-on workshops with theoretical classes to explore topics such as speed and acceleration, the properties of light, trigonometry, and electrical circuits.

Medicine and Natural Sciences

Start your journey to medical school. Take part in practical workshops and strengthen your theoretical knowledge. Get valuable advice from medical professionals and learn how to succeed in the medical school admissions process.

Psychology and Sociology (Cambridge program only)

Examine human behavior and how it shapes modern society. Discover the theory of criminal behavior, study social identity, analyze the function of the family in modern society, and examine the influence of the media.

Accommodation and pantation

In London, students live in the newly refurbished Queen's Gate House, offering stylish premium bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and panoramic views over South Kensington. The building is part of the MPW campus and is located just a few minutes' walk from the main college building.

At Cambridge, students live in comfortable accommodation with premium en-suite bedrooms and beautiful gardens. The building is a 15-minute walk from the college. All students will be escorted to and from school each day.

The school offers a balanced meal plan, with a mix of British and international cuisine, and can cater for all dietary needs and restrictions. A continental breakfast is served in the morning, including cereal, fruit, toast and pastries. Lunches are provided by the experienced catering team in the school canteen, and include a range of delicious hot meals, sandwiches, salads, fruit and snacks. Dinners are either in or out of school depending on planned evening activities and excursions.

Extracurricular Activities

Lectures and Study Trips

All day Wednesdays there are lectures by university lecturers and study trips.

Summer courses give students the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge from industry professionals and university lecturers, as well as the opportunity to discuss, debate and learn about the subjects they are studying.

University Lecture Series

Each week, students will attend lectures by leading academics from the University of Cambridge and prestigious London universities. Lectures cover a wide range of thought-provoking topics. They take place in university premises, often in large, beautifully designed halls, and cover current topics with reference to current events and new research. Free speech, gender and race, the mathematics of flight and waves, and exploring a multi-species world are examples of the talks pupils can attend.

Industrial Tours

London is home to many innovative businesses, and Cambridge is renowned worldwide for its leading research and academics. Outside the classroom, pupils can take part in excursions related to their chosen academic track. These are valuable learning experiences and a great opportunity to explore their career options and gain insight into the possibilities for future career success.

Guest Speakers

Every subject in the school will feature guest speakers who are experts in their particular academic subject. Pupils will engage in lively discussions to further enhance their experience and gain insight into life outside the classroom. Guest speakers highlight the many exciting career options available to young people today.

Excursions and Leisure

Summer at MPW is both fun and rewarding, with a wide range of activities available to suit all tastes. Full-day excursions are organised on Saturdays and Sundays.

In London:

MPW's superb central London location is ideal for exploring the city's world-class museums and beautiful Royal Parks, many of which are within walking distance of the college. From visiting famous landmarks to playing with new friends in Hyde Park, the opportunities for fun and rewarding activities are endless. London Campus students can enjoy a full-day excursion to Cambridge or Oxford.

Sample activities:

• West End Theatre
• London Royal Parks
• Natural History Museum
• Science Museum
• London Eye
• Covent Garden
• National Portrait Gallery
• Westfield Shopping Trip
• History Walking Tour
• Movie Night
• Karaoke Party
• Disco
• Quiz night
• Bowling
• Mini golf

In Cambridge:

Cambridge is a thriving student city with plenty to see and do. The compact, walkable city has something for everyone, from boating, watching a film, strolling the historic streets, visiting museums or dining out. Cambridge Campus students enjoy a full-day excursion to London.

Sample activities:

• Bowling
• Rope course
• River boat ride
• Escape rooms
• Ice skating
• Rock climbing
• Theatre in the park
• City tour
• Cinema
• Shopping
• Movie night
• Karaoke
• Board games cafe
• Disco

Sample daily schedule

9:00 - Lesson 1.
11:00 - Lesson 2.
13:30 - EtonX Life Skills course or Academic English and IELTS preparation.
15:00 - Activities or excursion.
18:30 - Evening activities or excursion.
All day on Wednesdays with lectures from university lecturers and educational trips.
Full day excursion on Saturdays and Sundays.

Prices, 2026

With accommodation:
in London – £4,250
in Cambridge – £3,950

Without accommodation:
in London – £2,150
in Cambridge – £2,000

Included in price with accommodation

• Tuition
• Accommodation and meals
• All additional classes and excursions
• Transfers from/to the airport
• Insurance

Included in price without accommodation

• Tuition
• Lunch at school
• Extra classes after school (evening activities and weekend excursions are not included, they can be purchased for an additional fee)

Additional charges

• Flight
• Visa
• Educational company services

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT FROM OTHER COMPANIES

• We have been working since 1996
• We choose camps with a minimum number of Russian speakers
• We only place children in good conditions
• We have personally inspected almost all the schools we offer
• We do not work with the mass market, only camps for discerning clients
• The 24/7 phone is always working
• Why our clients value us

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