Summer School | Gordonstoun International Summer School

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“The growth was clear – not only in skills, but also in outlook and mindset”

Welcome from our  
COURSE
DIRECTOR

History Gallery PortraitGordonstoun International Summer School was one of the first international summer camps in the UK and now, one of the best known and established summer programmes in the world.

Our course captures Gordonstoun’s philosophy of internationalism and dynamic learning through challenge and adventure.

Feedback from parents regularly highlights the high standards of pastoral care and the importance we place on getting to know and supporting each child individually. Our staff are carefully selected and choose to spend their summers at Gordonstoun teaching and inspiring young people through a wide array of experiences and activities. Our rich and inspiring programme means students leave Summer School having formed solid friendships and increased confidence in their own abilities.

Regardless of whether you are from the UK or further afield, there is such a diverse range of activities and experiences on offer, we feel confident you will have a summer of learning, challenge, friendship and a lot of fun!

Please do let us know if we can help with any queries and we look forward to welcoming you to Gordonstoun!
 

JO SHIRRIFFS

COURSE OVERVIEW

We offer a two-week junior programme and a three-week senior programme. Both programmes include a choice of study options along with a broad range of sports, drama, design, creative arts, cultural visits and social time. This all takes place on our stunning 200-acre woodland campus with world class facilities.

A highlight of each programme is a unique adventure residential; at our Gordonstoun Adventure Campus in the Cairngorm mountains for our junior students, and on the West Coast of Scotland for our senior students. Both locations have some of the most beautiful scenery on earth. 

Our courses are suitable for native English speakers and those learning English as a foreign language. Parents are often astounded at the improvement in their child’s confidence, maturity and skills – and the deep friendships they develop – in such a short time. 

Course Details

DATES FOR
Summer 2026

Junior Programme (ages 8-11) – 2- week course

Course 1: 3 July - 17 July 

Course 2: 19 July - 2 August 

Senior Programme (ages 11-16) – 3-week course

Course 1: 3 July - 26 July 

Course 2: 10 July - 2 August