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Richmond Academy Programme

Who is the Richmond Programme for?

Richmond Summer Academy is designed for secondary school students aged 15–18 who are aiming to pursue international highger education.

Who is the programme suitable for?

Richmond Summer Academy is designed for secondary school students aged 15–18 who are aiming to pursue international highger education.

How long is the programme?

The programme lasts a total of 8 or 12 days.

What is a typical day like?

No day in Richmond is ever ordinary. Every day, after at least two hours of academic sessions, students work in language classes on the area they want to focus on (SAT, IELTS, university application letter). Evenings are also spent on special activities and focused work on mini thesis projects.

What's a typical day like?

No day in Richmond is ever ordinary. Every day, after at least two hours of academic sessions, students work in language classes on the area they want to focus on (SAT, IELTS, university application letter). Evenings are also spent on special activities and focused work on mini thesis projects.

Is participation in activities compulsory?

Students who do not participate in social activities may continue their work in supervised independent study hours.

Who teaches the students?

Our teaching staff consists of doctoral lecturers and professors from Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial and UCL universities.

What is included in the fee?

The fee includes accommodation, transfer from the airport to the school and return transfer, meet and greet, all meals and snacks, lessons, one-to-one meetings, follow-up exams, an additional week of online training to be added to the 1-week programme, a UK SIM card, and extra activities such as traditional meals and barbecues. Flight and visa costs are not included.

Which courses and programmes are offered in summer school?

The English programmes offered are divided into three categories: SAT, IELTS/TOEFL, and university application letters. Academic courses will include physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, law, business and economics, and neuroscience. For academic subjects, a mini-thesis project will be carried out on an open subtopic chosen by the student and instructors.

Which courses are provided?

The English programmes offered are divided into three categories: SAT, IELTS/TOEFL, and university application letters. Academic courses will include physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, law, business and economics, and neuroscience. For academic subjects, a mini-thesis project will be carried out on an open subtopic chosen by the student and instructors.

How many people are in each class?

Classes for all courses consist of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 students, depending on the number of students enrolled. By also offering classes with fewer students, we aim to create the one-to-one learning environment unique to Oxford.

Is a certificate provided?

At the end of the programme, a completion certificate is awarded and a letter of recommendation is provided based on mini thesis performance.

Application and Admission

What level of English is required to participate?

The programme can cater to students ranging from those with an intermediate level of English to final-year students at private foreign-language high schools. We aim to achieve this through 10 hours of weekly English lessons, covering everything from IELTS/TOEFL level preparation to university application letter writing. For the SAT, differences in level do not pose a problem, as students are trained in topics that everyone needs to know and practise repeatedly, such as fundamental approaches to questions.

What level of English is required?

The programme can cater to students ranging from those with an intermediate level of English to final-year students at private foreign-language high schools. We aim to achieve this through 10 hours of weekly English lessons, covering everything from IELTS/TOEFL level preparation to university application letter writing. For the SAT, differences in level do not pose a problem, as students are trained in topics that everyone needs to know and practise repeatedly, such as fundamental approaches to questions.

How far in advance should I apply?

Applications will remain open until the quota is filled. In any case, the final registration date is one month before the start of the selected programme.

How can I get more detailed information?

You can find detailed information by joining our Hilton launch or downloading our information brochures.

How can I get more information?

You can find detailed information by joining our Hilton launch or downloading our information brochures.

Is financial aid available?

There are no scholarship opportunities available at Richmond Academy for 2026. Parents attending the launch are offered a 10% pre-registration discount.

Do you accept university students?

The programme is designed only for high school students aged 15–19.

Can uni students join?

The programme is designed only for high school students aged 15–19.

What happens if my plans change and I need to cancel?

In the event of cancellation, although the deposit paid is non-refundable, you do not need to pay the remaining balance.

What happens if I cancel?

In the event of cancellation, although the deposit paid is non-refundable, you do not need to pay the remaining balance.

Accommodation and Catering

What are the accommodation conditions?

Students stay in single rooms located directly within the teaching buildings, where university students normally stay.

What is the meal plan like?

Students will be provided with breakfast, lunch and dinner in the dining hall. In addition, snacks will be provided at various times throughout the day.

Will accommodation be coed?

Female and male students will be accommodated in separate buildings or on separate floors.

Is accommodation coed?

Female and male students will be accommodated in separate buildings or on separate floors.

Can I stay with my friend?

Although all rooms are for single occupancy, you may request to stay on the same floor and in the same building as your friend.

Can I attend without accommodation?

To attend the summer school without accommodation, you need to contact us directly.

Can I join without accommodation?

To attend the summer school without accommodation, you need to contact us directly.

I have dietary preferences, are there meal options?

Vegan and vegetarian options are available for different allergies. In general, all meals served are halal.

Do you cater to dietary requirements?

Vegan and vegetarian options are available for different allergies. In general, all meals served are halal.

Visa Procedures

Do I need a visa to travel to the United Kingdom?

You need a tourist visa to travel to the United Kingdom and participate in the Richmond programme.

Do I need a visa?

You need a tourist visa to travel to the United Kingdom and participate in the Richmond programme.

What type of insurance do I need?

As it is not included in the programme fee, you are required to take out comprehensive travel insurance separately.

Flight & Transport

How will students travel from the airport?

Our students are welcomed at the airport by the Richmond team and taken to their accommodation.

How is the transportation from the airport?

Our students are welcomed at the airport by the Richmond team and taken to their accommodation.

Preparation for Summer School

What kind of clothes should I bring?

A casual dress code is followed at Richmond Summer Academy. To take part in all programmes, you are advised to bring three types of clothing: sportswear, casual wear, and smart casual attire (a shirt and any trousers). You can find detailed information in your pre-arrival information pack.

Do I need to bring a laptop?

You are required to bring a computer and/or tablet with you that can use Google Docs/Word.

Do I bring a laptop?

You are required to bring a computer and/or tablet with you that can use Google Docs/Word.

Do I need to do any preparatory reading or research before summer school?

Before the course begins, the pre-reading and exercises for the lessons you have selected will be provided to you. Although these exercises are not compulsory, they are important for getting the most out of the course.

Do I need to prep?

Before the course begins, the pre-reading and exercises for the lessons you have selected will be provided to you. Although these exercises are not compulsory, they are important for getting the most out of the course.

Financial

How much money should I bring with me?

It is recommended that you bring some spending money only for small souvenir and snack purchases during trips. During our time together, all additional expenses such as meals, drinks, and transport are included in the programme fee. A total of £200 will be sufficient for any emergencies and incidental expenses.

Richmond Academy

239-241 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 5QU

info@richmondacademy.co.uk

+44 758 536 6260

+90 543 301 3471

Richmond Academy

239-241 Kennington Lane, London

info@richmondacademy.co.uk

+44 758 536 6260

+90 543 301 3471