Spark to Connect in Partnership with Saïd Business School

Official summer schools for high school students (aged 16-18) run by Oxford University

Duration:2 WeeksDates:18 July - 31 July 2026Age Range:15-18Fees:£8,995

Spark to Connect in Partnership with Saïd Business School

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Saïd Business School, Oxford University’s prestigious faculty of business and management, partners with Spark To Connect to deliver transformational educational experiences for ambitious teenagers aged 15-18. These official University of Oxford summer academies combine the academic excellence of the #1 university in the world with innovative, hands-on learning methodologies designed by education experts.

The partnership offers two flagship programs: the Oxford Saïd Teen Technology and Innovation Summer Academy and the Oxford Saïd Teen Leadership Summer Academy. Both 14-day intensive programs take place in authentic University of Oxford college settings, where students live and study alongside peers from around the globe while being taught by university tutors, alumni, and industry experts.

Spark To Connect’s mission to create unique, hands-on learning experiences that connect theory with practice perfectly complements Saïd Business School’s commitment to developing future leaders. Together, they foster leadership development, cross-cultural understanding, and professional growth through project-based learning, real-world problem-solving, and immersive Oxford traditions.

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Official University of Oxford summer schools run by Saïd Business School, Oxford University, the world's #1 university
Expert instruction from university tutors, Oxford alumni, and industry professionals
Project-based learning that builds student portfolios and demonstrates real-world problem-solving abilities
Authentic Oxford University college experience in historic settings where Prime Ministers and Nobel laureates once lived
Small cohort sizes ensuring personalized attention and meaningful connections with global peers
Focus on cutting-edge topics: AI, fintech, sustainability tech, entrepreneurship, and leadership fundamentals
University of Oxford certificate of completion awarded in historic Divinity School graduation ceremony
Cultural immersion through Oxford traditions including punting on the Thames and exclusive college tours
Career and university application guidance sessions to enhance future prospects
24/7 supervision with 1:8 adult-to-student ratio ensuring comprehensive pastoral care
Global network building with diverse international peer community

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What's included

14 days of intensive academic programming and workshopsAll lectures and seminars taught by university tutors and industry experts Traditional Oxford college accommodation in historic settingsFull board meals (breakfast and dinner in College Hall)All academic materials and project resourcesAirport transfers and welcome pack upon arrivalCultural day trips and social activities programOxford University traditions experience (punting, Harry Potter tours, exclusive college access)College tours and university admissions information sessionsWellbeing activities and outdoor recreational gamesGraduation ceremony with official University of Oxford certificateCareer development and résumé guidance sessions24/7 custodial care and supervisionAccess to exclusive college facilities normally closed to the public

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Students are housed in traditional Oxford University college accommodation, staying in the same historic settings where Prime Ministers, Nobel laureates, and distinguished alumni once lived and studied. The accommodation provides single bedrooms within authentic college buildings, offering students a genuine taste of Oxford University student life. Located at Wadham Dorothy Building in central Oxford, students experience the collegiate atmosphere that defines Oxford education. The accommodation includes access to traditional College Hall dining facilities for meals, creating an immersive university experience. All residential arrangements maintain separate sleeping facilities for different genders and provide 24/7 supervision with comprehensive pastoral care, ensuring a safe and supportive environment that allows students to focus on their transformational learning journey while building lifelong international friendships.

Learn more on the official Spark to Connect in Partnership with Saïd Business School website.

Upcoming Start Dates

Date: 18 July - 31 July 2026

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