Activities
& Trips

We believe what students learn outside the classroom at Charterhouse is just as valuable as their studies. This is even more true for our summer school, where students are in a new country surrounded by exciting new people for just a short two weeks. By combining an exciting programme of activities and experiences with trips to some of England’s most famous cities, we ensure students get a rich, all-round experience while also creating a close-knit family atmosphere. Students enjoy as many of our state-of-the-art school facilities as possible with new friends whilst also experiencing the best of Britain outside of the school grounds.

 

Afternoon Activities

After afternoon electives, students get to choose from 3 daily-changing activities to enjoy before dinner. These always include something sporty and something creative. Offering a relaxed and informal break from learning, activities allow students to make the most of the facilities on offer and find additional common interest with other students. Examples of activities include:

Sports

  • Swimming

  • Basketball

  • Badminton

  • Rounders

  • Touch rugby

  • Tennis

  • Zumba

  • Yoga

Creative

  • Drumming

  • Painting

  • Clay modelling

  • Jewellery making

  • Poetry

  • Drama

  • Music

Evening Programme

After a day of learning, our evening programme provides students with the opportunity to connect with each other on a whole new level. The only time in the day that every student at Charterhouse Summer School comes together, our vibrant evenings are an integral part of creating the family atmosphere and sense of belonging that students carry with them long after they leave us.

Students will join a house team for the duration of their stay and will return to the same house in future years if they join us again. Each team includes a range of genders, nationalities and ages. These teams form the basis of the evening activities and are designed to encourage international friendships, and develop key leadership skills.

Our staff carefully craft these special evening events to create a friendly but competitive atmosphere between teams.

Our evening programme includes:

  • Fashion Show

  • Mission Impossible

  • The Charterhouse Ball

  • Disco

  • Talent Show

  • Lip Sync Challenge

  • Team Trials

  • Treasure Hunt

Trips

View across the River Thames to the Houses of Parliament

London - Full Day

Spend a full day in London, seeing the city’s most famous sites like The London Eye, Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Horse Guards, St. James’s Park and Buckingham Palace. Experience the vibrant, bustling streets of the UK’s Capital city and the stunning views on the River Thames, before exploring one of London’s spectacular museums. where history, art, and culture come to life.

Thorpe Park Theme Park - Full Day

Home to thrilling rides, attractions and live events, Thorpe Park resort is the ultimate destination for thrill seekers featuring some of the UK's most popular roller coasters and amusement park rides. Reach new heights with Stealth the UK's fastest roller coaster launching riders to 205ft at 80mph in just 2.5 seconds!

Visit Oxford University collages on Charterhouse Summer School excursions
 

Oxford - Full Day

Discover the historic beauty of Oxford with a walking tour through its famous colleges, cobbled streets, and iconic landmarks while taking part in our fun selfie challenge, capturing memories at some of the city’s most picturesque spots. Continue the adventure by enjoying some shopping in the vibrant city centre or experiencing the classic Oxford tradition of punting on the river.