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Academics

Students choose one academic subject, which they will pair with one of our elective classes, to focus on for the 3 weeks at ISSOS. All academic classes meet for 3 hours each weekday morning and are taught by our highly qualified team of teaching staff who are all experienced, working professionals in their subject areas.

Teacher leading a classroom discussion with ISSOS students in front of a world map.

Our top-quality academic summer school programmes are designed to cater specifically to the needs of international students in a range of high school curriculums.

The classes we offer cover a wide variety of interests and are designed to enhance students’ academic skills in a variety of ways. We offer limited places at ISSOS as a whole and in our classes so that our students feel part of the community and can benefit from plenty of individual attention from their teachers.

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Cambridge

St Andrews

Yale

Business and Entrepreneurship

Step into the world of entrepreneurship and learn how business can be a force for good. This course empowers students to create business ideas that drive positive change and learn how to take those ideas from concept to reality.

A group of smartly-dressed ISSOS students standing with their business and entrepreneurship teacher.

Creative Writing

Ignite your imagination and develop your unique voice. Our Creative Writing programme is designed to develop students’ writing talents, helping them to harness the power in their words to express themselves and tell their own story.

ISSOS creative writing students sat at desks in a classroom with one student in focus smiling towards the teacher.

Debate

Master the art of persuasion and boost your confidence through our Debate programme, where you'll sharpen public speaking, presentation, and critical thinking skills in a fun and empowering environment.

ISSOS student standing up in a debate class, presenting her ideas to other students.

English Language

Designed for non-native speakers, our English Language course immerses students in a fully English-speaking environment for three weeks, building confidence and fluency for speakers at A2 - B1 level.

Two ISSOS students sitting face-to-face talking in an English language class.

IB Extended Essay

Get expert guidance on your IB Extended Essay in this focused course, designed to help you make real progress and feel confident about your research and writing as you work on your essay.

An ISSOS teacher and student sitting at a desk having a conversation.

Journalism

Explore the power of storytelling through Journalism, giving students the tools to tell compelling, credible stories that inform, entertain and make an impact, all while learning about the fascinating world of the media.

Two ISSOS journalism students standing in a high street writing a notebooks as they interview someone.

Study Skills

Perfect for students entering their final high school years, this course teaches essential study skills for academic success, covering advanced techniques to suit a range of challenging curriculums and helping prepare for university study.

Three smiling ISSOS study skills students sat at a desk with using a laptop.

Youth Leadership

Develop leadership skills, set meaningful goals, and learn how to make a positive impact through your leadership style. This dynamic programme helps you build confidence, work effectively with others, and unlock your full potential.

An small group of ISSOS youth leadership students talking to their teacher next to a flip chart.
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