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Our Summer Programme

From a summer of discovery to a world of possibility, personalise your summer programme by combining Applied Learning Pathways with Growth Workshops and IMPACT Skills. Register here

Four core components

  • 1. Applied Learning Pathways
  • 2. Growth Workshops
  • 3. IMPACT Skills
  • 4. Choose the length and date

IMPACT Summer offers boys and girls aged 13–17, from the UK and around the world, an enriching experience designed to help them learn, grow, and embrace new challenges within a supportive and stimulating environment.

The programme nurtures curiosity, independence and character, helping students to develop the knowledge, confidence and skills to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Built around three core pillars, each student designs a personalised programme that reflects their academic interests, future ambitions and individual passions. By selecting a Pathway, a Growth Workshop and one or two IMPACT Skills, every participant creates a summer experience that is purposeful, engaging and uniquely their own.

At every stage, IMPACT Summer nurtures creativity, collaboration and resilience, encouraging students to think deeply, work confidently and contribute with meaning. Follow the simple steps below to begin shaping your IMPACT journey.

Where global connections create future IMPACT.

3 PATHWAYS I 7 COURSES I 2 SPRINTS

 

1. Applied Learning Pathways

Hands-on experiences and real-world challenges in STEM, Business, and English that connect theory to practice and push students to solve complex problems.

Contact time: 30 hours per sprint

Choose one course below:

English for Global Leaders

This is a dynamic course for students aged 13–17, combining English fluency with global leadership development. This course draws from the International Baccalaureate framework, focusing on global issues, intercultural understanding, and critical thinking.

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Innovative Entrepreneurialism

A practical high-energy course for students aged 13–17, designed to ignite entrepreneurial thinking and creative problem-solving.

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Global Leadership in Action

A dynamic, forward-thinking course for students aged 13–17, designed to spark global leadership, strategic innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration.

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Leadership in Digital Sports (Esports)

An innovative, high-energy course for students aged 13–17, designed to develop digital leadership, strategic thinking, and creative marketing in the fast-paced world of esports.

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Engineering, Design and Technology

A hands-on, future-ready course for students aged 13–17, built to spark technical creativity, design thinking, and sustainable innovation through real-world challenges.

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Science and Biomed

A discovery-driven course for students aged 13–17, crafted to ignite curiosity, scientific literacy, and biomedical insight through inquiry-led exploration and global impact.

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Computer Science, Robotics and AI

A future-focused course for students aged 13–17, designed to empower ethical tech development, coding fluency, and digital innovation in a rapidly evolving world

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2. Growth Workshops

Our Growth Workshops are designed to nurture curiosity, resilience, and leadership in every student, equipping them with the skills and mindset to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Contact time: 9 hours per sprint

Choose one track below:

Career & Professional Growth

Our Career & Professional Growth workshops guide students to explore future pathways with confidence and clarity. Through practical goal-setting, personal branding, and communication skills, students develop the self-assurance and professionalism to succeed in interviews, internships, and early career opportunities. Each session encourages reflection, ambition, and the ability to translate passion into purposeful action.

Future Learning & Academic Growth

These workshops equip students with the strategies and mindset to excel academically and beyond. Through focused study skills, critical thinking, and academic fluency, students learn to approach challenges with resilience and curiosity. The emphasis is on building habits that foster concentration, confidence, and intellectual independence, preparing them for university and lifelong learning.

Personal & Social Growth

Personal & Social Growth sessions encourage students to understand themselves and their place in the wider world. Through experiences that develop emotional intelligence, wellbeing, and global awareness, students gain insight into financial literacy, community impact, and personal values. The result is a grounded, empathetic outlook and a readiness to contribute meaningfully to society.

Communication & Leadership Growth

Leadership at IMPACT begins with communication, the ability to listen, express, and inspire. These workshops challenge students to develop persuasive speaking, teamwork, and decision-making skills through dynamic, real-world scenarios. Students learn to lead with empathy, articulate their ideas with conviction, and collaborate effectively in diverse settings.

IMPACT provides an immersive environment that nurtures curiosity and personal growth. The Programme combines academic rigour with creative exploration, equipping students with the skills and confidence to flourish.

Gavin IMPACT Programmes Director

3. IMPACT Skills

A vibrant and enriching programme that brings together Sport, Creative Arts, Digital Innovation, and Outdoor Adventure. IMPACT Skills encourages students to challenge themselves, collaborate, and lead, building confidence, resilience, and practical capabilities through purposeful, hands-on experiences that extend far beyond the classroom.

Contact time: 10.5 hours per sprint

Students can choose either:

  • One IMPACT Skill across all seven sessions per sprint

  • Two IMPACT Skills, with three sessions in Week One and four in Week Two of every sprint

Choices can be made after registration, please find out more information on the IMPACT Skills page.

Sporting & Physical

Encourages physical wellbeing, teamwork, and personal discipline. Students develop resilience, coordination, and confidence through active engagement and a commitment to personal improvement.

Creative & Artistic

Fosters imagination, self-expression, and aesthetic awareness. This strand nurtures originality and emotional intelligence, helping students explore ideas and communicate through creative forms.

Digital Innovation & Technology

Develops curiosity, logical thinking, and adaptability in a digital context. Students build confidence in using technology to solve problems, express ideas, and engage with the world innovatively.

Adventure & Outdoor Skills

Builds independence, leadership, and environmental awareness. Students strengthen their decision-making, collaboration, and self-reliance through hands-on experiences in natural settings.

4. Choose the length and date

Students select when and how long they study, offering flexibility to suit their goals. Whether a single 2-week sprint or our full 2 x 2 week sprints, we have something for everyone.

For students doing two sprints, we recommend changing your Applied Learning Pathways, Growth Workshops, and IMPACT Skills options.

 

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Secure your place on the IMPACT Summer Programme and register your interest today.

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