Padworth College

Padworth College Video

Age: 14-17 years

Dates: 29 June-10 August 2025.
Duration - from 2 to 5 weeks.

Padworth College is a small international boarding school. The college's quiet rural location provides students with a safe and secure environment. At the same time, it is a stone's throw from Reading and only a 45-minute drive away - to Heathrow Airport.

Summer school here is not just about learning English. It is about immersing yourself in academic subjects such as science, maths and business. The course is specifically designed to ignite a passion for learning and unlock your child’s true potential.

Summer school aims to instill a love of learning, encourage creativity and innovation, develop essential life skills, prepare for future success and provide your child with an unforgettable and exciting holiday.

Key factors

• Maximum of 15 students per class.
• Study at a school with high exam results. After preparation at Padworth College, graduates typically go on to top UK universities, including Oxbridge.
• Minimum stay is 2 weeks, but can be extended to 4 weeks. These two weeks will not be the same as the previous ones, with the exception of the excursion to London.
• The school has excellent childcare and English as a foreign language.
• Convenient and safe rural location, yet close to London.

Facilities

Padworth College's campus is set in 15 acres of beautiful countryside, surrounded by the beautiful county of West Berkshire, providing a safe and secure environment for learning and leisure.

The college campus includes academic and residential buildings, 3 science laboratories, a computer room, a library, studios, common rooms, 2 dining halls, tennis courts, team sports pitches and a swimming pool.

The school has common halls with educational and recreational resources, play areas, tennis courts and a large outdoor swimming pool with heated.

Programme

The two-week courses allow students to choose an Academic Track, an optional module and two Padworth Xperiences, where children choose an activity based on their interests.

Academic Track

The course takes 15 hours per week.

1. Global English Programme

The minimum English level required to study the programme is A2/3.5 IELTS.

In an increasingly globalised world, the need for a good command of the English language is more important than ever. This course aims to improve students’ English language skills, covering General English, Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening. The course is divided into 5 units, each comprising 6 hours of classroom time. The final unit is – hackathon (when people participate in the rapid collaborative development of a product over a relatively short period of time). Here, students are given a global problem and work in groups to come up with an innovative solution.

Examples of topics:

• Guide to the UK
• Create a podcast
• Mini UN
• Dragons' Den
• Hackathon

2. STEM Programme

The minimum English level for studying on the programme is B2/5.5 IELTS.

The programme stands for "Science, Technology, Engineering, Math": "Natural Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics".
The key feature of STEM programmes is solving practical problems and developing projects at the intersection of technical disciplines based on the studied theory. STEM education is the foundation for preparing a workforce for the technology industry.

Students choose from two options:

• Engineering and Technology. With project-based learning, students will solve real-world problems and gain hands-on experience modeling designs. The Mission to Mars challenge will test critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving, and creativity as students propose solutions for a Mars colony. For those ready to unleash their potential and revolutionize the world!
• Science. With project-based learning, kids will explore a variety of topics in exciting ways, from mind-blowing experiments to engaging field trips that connect theory with reality. Biology, chemistry, physics, and math all come together to create an explosive mix. For those whowants to discover their inner scientist and achieve real results.

3. Starting a Business (MBA for Teens)

The minimum English level for studying on the program is B2/5.5 IELTS.

For students who want to immerse themselves in the exciting life of a prestigious business school. They will be able to discover their inner business leader, get acquainted with the real world of entrepreneurship and develop essential skills in marketing, strategy development, leadership and decision-making. Students will enjoy academic trips, fascinating guest speakers and exciting team assignments.

Additional modules

The training takes 8 hours per week. Students choose one module to study for the entire course.

• Debating and Public Speaking
• British Culture
• Creative Writing
• Global Citizens
• Engineering: Building the Future
• Computer Science: Coding and New Technologies
• Future World Leaders

Padworth Xperiences Courses

The course takes 4 hours per week. Students choose two courses for the entire period of study (1 course per week)

Week 1:

• Horse Riding (additional fee £120),
• Tennis,
• Team Sports,
• Art,
• Outdoor Activities (additional fee £160),
• Swimming.

Week 2:

• Golf (additional fee £100),
• Swimming,
• Football,
• Cooking,
• creative arts,
• well-being and well-being.

Accommodation and meals

Students are accommodated in comfortable single or double rooms. The rooms are bright and airy and include a bed, wardrobe, small chest of drawers and a desk. Each room has a small sitting room where you can entertain friends and have a good time. Facilities and laundry facilities are available on the floor. Clean linen is provided weekly.

Boys and girls are accommodated in separate residences. There is access to a kitchen where you can prepare snacks and drinks. Large lounges with TVs and play areas are available for socialising.

Entertainment

Students can look forward to two activity-packed themed days: a paint run, a water festival, a bouncy castle and much more. In the evenings, children can enjoy fun activities and socialising on the school premises: sports and swimming pool, karaoke, UV disco, talent show, socialising around a large bonfire with roasted marshmallows, watching films, karaoke. In the evenings, there are additional trips, for example, to the cinema, bowling, go-karting, paintball, VR games.

Excursions

The school runs excursions on Wednesdays for half a day and on Saturdays and Sundays for the whole day. The excursions consist of two parts. The first part is led by the summer school staff and is dedicated to visiting places of historical, cultural and educational significance. The second part of the excursion is led by the students themselves, which allows them to freely explore the cities or shop at their own pace.

London (full day excursion) - immersion in the vibrant atmosphere of the British capital. London offers an exciting combination of history, culture and adventure. Pupils will spend the morning visiting iconic landmarks and world-class museums. In the afternoon they are free to choose their own adventure, whether it’s shopping on Oxford Street or a ride on the London Eye.

Reading (half-day excursion): Explore the ancient ruins of Reading Abbey, enjoy the Forbury Gardens and discover the town’s heritage at the Museum of English Rural Life and Reading Museum. Pupils will enjoy stunning views of the River Thames or go shopping at the Oracle Shopping Centre.

Oxford or Bournemouth (full-day excursion):

A trip to Oxford offers the opportunity to explore its historic buildings, visit the Bodleian Library and immerse yourself in its rich cultural and intellectual atmosphere. Pupils will visit Harry Potter film locations such as Christ Church College, adding a touch of nostalgia to their Oxford experience.

Bournemouth. Children will visit Bournemouth's stunning beaches, play sports and have a picnic lunch. They will explore the gardens, take a walk along the beach and have an optional visit to an art gallery or aquarium.

Sample daily timetable

8:00 - Breakfast
9:00 - 2 lessons
11:00 - Break
11:30 - Lesson
12:30 - Lunch
13:30 - Optional module
15:00 - Break
15:30 - Padworth Xperiences
18:00 - Dinner
19:00 - Lectures/Social Programme (mix of activities and trips)
21:30 - Relaxation in houses

Cost, 2025

Global English Programme:
2 weeks - £3,035
3 weeks - £4,552
4 weeks - £6,070
5 weeks - £7,587

STEM and Starting a Business Programmes:
2 weeks - £3,510
3 weeks - £5,265
4 weeks - £7,020
5 weeks - £8,775

Included in the price

• Training
• Accommodation and meals
• Excursions and entrance fees to museums and attractions
• All activities and entertainment
• Laundry
• Transfers from Heathrow and Gatwick airports

Additionally paid

• Flight
• Visa
• Insurance
• Educational company services

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT FROM OTHER COMPANIES

• We work with 1996
• We choose camps with a minimum number of Russian speakers
• We place children only in good conditions
• We conducted a personal inspection of almost all the schools we offer
• We do not work with the mass segment, only camps for discerning clients
• The 24/7 phone always works
• Why our clients value us

How to choose summer courses

Permanent education at Padworth College