Wycliffe College


Location: Stonehouse, Gloucestershire

 

 

Wycliffe campus is set over 52 acres in the beautiful countryside of South West England.

'Instilling independent thought and a pioneering spirit' has been the college vision for over 140 years.

Creating a school where students can truly be themselves, develop their own independence of thought and discover their own talents and abilities. 

We offer a range of vacation programmes at Wycliffe College from the safe, secure on-campus Cotswold hills setting.

 

 

 

Location: Stonehouse Gloucestershire
            • Set in the beautiful Cotswold Countryside  
            • Leading Independent Boarding School
            • Residential and homestay accommodation options available.  
            • Access to: Oxford, London, Stratford-upon-Avon, Bristol, Bath and more 
            • Picturesque walks and the centre of the quaint British town, Stonehouse, all a short distance away! 
            • The vibrant neighbouring town of Stroud is located 10 mins via the bus service. Here you can find a Church, Farmers Market, Museums and more! 

Our summer programmes take place at this top-ranking college, suitable for ages 8 - 17 years:

Summer Vacation: 9 July – 13 August, 2025  (1-5 weeks) for ages 8-17 years

Combine learning English with activities and excursions. This course is suitable for international students who wish to have a taste of life in a British boarding school, and who are academically driven and ambitious.

Our General English course offer a mix of academic enrichment, social opportunities with other international students, and cultural visits to some of Oxford’s most known sites. Read more...

General English. 

Start dates (7 nights):  9 July, 16July, 23 July, 30 July & 6 August, 2025 

What's included?

  • 7 nights of full board residential accommodation in the school's own on-campus boarding accommodation 
  • At least 15 hours tuition per week 
  • Three full day excursions per two week stay 
  • Varied weekly programme of sports and leisure activities
  • Applied learning on social activities and trips
  • An entrance English level check
  • All learning materials
  • End of course feedback report and certificate
  • Free WIFI 
  • Airport transfers and student insurance can also be arranged for an additional fee

Why not consider adding a Spires + option?  6 additional hours of tuition, training and coaching in a variety of academic, science and sports options. Find out more...

 

Residential at the School  

  • Single, twin & larger En-suite rooms.. 
  • Sociable common room areas 
  • Laundry room available 
  • Bed linen provided (towels not provided) 
  • All meals provided at the school 
  • Access to extensive sports facilities (Indoor swimming pool, sports centre, theatre & more!) 
  • Access to fully equipped classrooms 

Homestay with local Host Families in Wycliffe  

  • Twin, triple & larger rooms available in local homes 
  • Comfortable family homes located a short distance from the College 
  • Laundry facilities available 
  • Bed linen provided (towels not provided) 
  • Breakfast and evening meal provided at the host family and lunch provided at the school 
  • Access to extensive sports facilities (indoor swimming pool, outdoor playing fields, indoor sports centre & more! 
  • Access to fully equipped classrooms 
  • Wi-Fi 
Download full timetable: Wycliffe College

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Spires + Options at Wycliffe College gives students the opportunity to benefit from six hours per week of additional learning opportunities across a range of academic, sporting and creative areas, including:

 

Entrepreneurship - Developing students' entrepreneurial desire and leadership flair, including:

  • Decision Making
  • Cultivating Leadership Skills for the Future
  • Acts of Confidence

STEAM - Laying the STEAM foundations of inquiry, critical thinking, and process-based learning, including:

  • Start asking non-Googleable questions
  • Visual Thinking
  • Reciprocal Teaching

English Literature – Finding it hard to structure essays, answering questions, and  would like support on analysing prose or poetry? Specific support in some of the following areas include:

  • Working through a difficult question or essay
  • How to structure, approach and write essays under the pressure
  • Revision techniques

Horse riding - Allowing riders of all ages to experience the beautiful Cotswold countryside at our partner equestrian centre, including:

  • An introduction to the sport for beginners or developing technique for more seasoned riders
  • The basics of stable management
  • Instruction in small groups or one-to-one specific training  - all abilities are welcome. 

 

Spires + options are available for a supplement of £395 week. Please contact us for more information.

Oxford Spires Plus

Wycliffe College

Outside Area

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Swimming Pool

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Outer Building

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Library

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Sports Area

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Canteen

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