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Summer 2026 Is Almost Here - And So Are the Last Available Places

  • Writer: Buckswood Overseas Summer School
    Buckswood Overseas Summer School
  • 2 days ago
  • 5 min read

Following an incredible Spring Course, demand for our summer school is higher than ever. Here is what happened, and why you need to act before it is too late.


Group of people covered in colorful powder, smiling in front of a brick building and blooming tree. Grass and cars in background. Festive mood.
Spring 2026 - 80 students, 11 nationalities, one unforgettable experience.

Summer 2026 begins 28th June. Places are limited - do not wait.

 

Spring 2026: What an Incredible Course!


We have just wrapped up our Spring 2026 programme - and what a course it was. Eighty students joined us from across the globe, from East Asia to South America, coming together on our beautiful East Sussex campus for three weeks of English language learning, cultural exchange, adventure and friendship.


The energy, the laughter, the progress, it was everything that makes BOSS what it is. And the results speak for themselves.

 

80

students from around the world

100%

Trinity College London pass rate

10+

nationalities on one campus

 

100% Pass Rate - Every Single Student


Every student who sat their Trinity College London Graded Examination in Spoken English passed, and we could not be prouder. Trinity College London is one of the most respected English language examination bodies in the world, and achieving a 100% pass rate is a true reflection of the dedication our students showed throughout the course and the exceptional preparation provided by our academic team.


A huge congratulations to every student who passed. And an equally huge thank you to our fantastic teachers, who worked tirelessly to make it happen.


About Our Trinity College London Examinations


  • All students sit a Trinity College London Graded Examination in Spoken English.

  • Spring 2026 achieved a 100% pass rate. Every student who sat the exam passed.

  • Certificates are internationally recognised and add real value to a student's language portfolio.


Students sit in a classroom, one raising a hand eagerly. Colorful posters adorn the walls, and notebooks and water bottles are on desks.
100% pass rate - every student passed their Trinity College London examination.

Introducing the Young Leader Award - A BOSS First


Spring 2026 saw the launch of something completely new at BOSS: the Young Leader Award, offered in partnership with the Leadership Skills Foundation. We are delighted to report that it was an outstanding success.


For the first time, our students were not only developing their English, they were developing as leaders. Through structured workshops, team challenges and real-world problem-solving exercises, they built the kind of skills that go far beyond the classroom: communication, confidence, resilience, decision-making and the ability to inspire others.

 

What is the Young Leader Award?


  • The Young Leader Award is accredited by the Leadership Skills Foundation, a UK based organisation dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders.

  • Students complete a structured programme of leadership training activities and workshops.

  • The award is internationally recognised and reflects real-world leadership competencies.

  • This award is now a permanent part of the BOSS programme and will run throughout Summer 2026 and beyond.

 

Watching our students step up, take responsibility and discover what they were capable of was one of the highlights of the course. The Young Leader Award will be running throughout Summer 2026, and we cannot wait to see what this summer's students achieve.


Young man in mid-air, smiling, wearing navy clothes, jumping in a sunny park with trees in the background. People in casual attire behind.
The Young Leader Award - launching the next generation of leaders at BOSS.

What Is New for Summer 2026?


Summer 2026 brings everything that has always made BOSS special, world-class English language teaching, a vibrant international community, unforgettable friendships and more. Here is what is new this year:

 

Young Leader Award

Running for the first time in summer, the Young Leader Award from the Leadership Skills Foundation gives students a formally accredited leadership qualification alongside their English studies.

Harry Potter Studios Excursion

Students will visit the legendary Warner Bros. Studio Tour: The Making of Harry Potter - walking through real sets, props and costumes from the films. An experience they will never forget.

Leeds Castle Excursion

A brand-new addition to our excursion programme. Leeds Castle in Kent is one of England's most beautiful and historic castles - a stunning day out that brings British history to life.

And more...

London Dungeons, Shrek's Adventure, Bodiam Castle, Bedgebury Pinetum and Go Ape!

 

Group photos at Leeds Castle, Harry Potter Studio Tour, and London Eye. Sunny day, vibrant outfits, and cheerful expressions.

Why You Need to Book Now


Every year, we receive calls and emails in late May from families who have left it too late. Places are gone. The course is full. It is one of the most frustrating phone calls we have to make, telling a family there is no room.


We are not in that position yet. But we are heading there fast. Summer 2026 has seen strong demand since November, fuelled by the success of our Spring Course and growing interest in leadership focused English language programmes. Our most popular arrival weeks are already filling up, and once a week is full, it is full.


If you are thinking about it, stop thinking. Book now. The worst thing that can happen is that they have the best summer of their life.

 

Summer 2026 starts 28 June. Secure your place today before your preferred dates are gone.

 

What Your Child Gets at BOSS


  • 20 hours of English language lessons per week, taught by our energetic and passionate team of teachers

  • Trinity College London Graded Examination in Spoken English. Internationally recognised

  • The Young Leader Award from the Leadership Skills Foundation

  • Excursions to Harry Potter Studios, Leeds Castle, Brighton, London and more

  • A vibrant international community - students from 20+ countries every summer

  • Activities, sports, discos, competitions and evening events every day

  • Beautiful campus in the East Sussex countryside. Safe, supervised and inspiring

  • 24-hour pastoral care and safeguarding. Accredited by the British Council



See You This Summer


Spring 2026 set the bar high. Our students achieved things they did not know they were capable of. They made friends they will keep for life. They went home as more confident, more capable, more globally-minded young people, and they left with internationally recognised qualifications to prove it.


Summer 2026 is going to be even better. The leadership programme is stronger. The excursion programme is bigger. The campus is ready. The team is ready.

The only question is: are you?

 

Ready to secure your place?

Summer 2026 begins 28th June. Don't miss it.


Buckswood Overseas Summer School (BOSS) is based on the beautiful Buckswood campus in Guestling, near Hastings, East Sussex, England. Since 2011, we have welcomed students aged 8 to 17 from around the world to learn English, build confidence, and experience life in the UK countryside. Our accredited courses combine English language learning, leadership training, and cultural experiences, creating a safe and friendly environment where every student can learn, grow, and belong. Our motto, One School, One Family, captures the heart of who we are.


For any questions or to find out more, contact us or visit our website.


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