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    Youth Leadership Summer Programme

    by ISSOS

    A residential leadership programme combining weekday classes, practical workshops, electives and cultural activities to build communication, confidence and empathy.

    Last verified: 19 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
    Youth Leadership Summer Programme

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    Youth Leadership Programme at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Recently closed

    Eligibility

    High school students; B2+ English

    Age range / Year group

    13-18

    Location / Region

    St Andrews, Scotland

    Cost

    £7,900

    Duration

    3 weeks

    Format

    In-person residential

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Accommodation: St Salvator's Hall

    Meals: Full board

    Certificate / Outcome: Certificate and academic report

    Latest verified cycle: 2026

    Class schedule: 3 hours each weekday morning

    Campus experience: Academic, elective and cultural programme

    Tutors / faculty: Experienced working professionals

    Youth Leadership Programme summary

    This is a practical introduction to transformational leadership, with an emphasis on empathy, positive change and leading by example.

    Students learn through group discussions, team challenges, workshops and reflection, while developing communication, goal-setting and public-speaking skills.

    It suits students who want structured confidence-building alongside the wider social and cultural experience of a residential summer school.

    What is Youth Leadership Summer Programme?

    The Youth Leadership Summer Programme is an ISSOS residential course built around transformational leadership. It helps students understand how empathy, responsibility and small actions can create positive change.

    Weekday academic classes use discussions, team challenges, practical workshops and reflection to develop communication, teamwork, emotional intelligence and public speaking. Students also choose an elective and join evening activities and cultural trips.

    Why Succeed highlights Youth Leadership Programme

    • The curriculum treats leadership as empathetic action rather than status or authority.

    • Practical team tasks, discussions and reflection give students several ways to practise rather than only study leadership theory.

    • Morning academics are balanced with an elective, activities and cultural trips.

    • Full-board university accommodation creates an immersive international experience beyond the classroom.

    • Students receive both an academic report and a completion certificate after participating fully.

    Who is Youth Leadership Programme for?

    Best for

    Students who want to build confidence, teamwork and public-speaking ability through practical group learning in an international residential setting.

    Not ideal if

    You want a non-residential course, a narrowly academic leadership qualification or training to supervise younger children.

    Is Youth Leadership Programme worth it?

    It can be worthwhile for a student who will actively participate in group tasks, reflect on their habits and practise speaking in front of others. The combination of leadership study, an elective and residential campus life offers broader development than a classroom-only course.

    The limitation is that the premium residential fee buys an experience rather than an accredited leadership qualification. Families should value the accommodation, activities and international community as well as the academic content before deciding.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    £7,900; includes Academic tuition, Elective tuition, Campus accommodation, Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Course materials and equipment, Cultural trips and excursions, Evening activities and Sunday workshops, Travel and medical insurance, Designated airport transfers within scheduled arrangements, Academic report and completion certificate.

    Accommodation

    St Salvator's Hall

    Meals

    Full board

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    3 weeks; St Andrews, Scotland.

    What to check before committing

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    How much preparation does Youth Leadership Programme need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high participation.

    Best started

    Begin six to eight weeks before applying to gather school details, discuss travel and check visa needs.

    Main challenge

    Contributing confidently to discussions, team exercises and public-speaking tasks.

    Typical preparation

    • Discuss what you want to improve in communication or leadership.

    • Prepare the student photo, school contact and parent or guardian details requested by the form.

    • Choose an academic session and elective before completing the application.

    • Check passport, UK entry and travel requirements early if travelling internationally.

    Useful if

    You are ready to reflect, collaborate and communicate in English.

    What do students do on Youth Leadership Programme?

    Students combine structured Youth Leadership classes with an elective and a residential programme of activities and cultural experiences.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Attend three hours of Youth Leadership classes each weekday morning.

    2. 2

      Explore leadership styles, emotional intelligence and leading positive change.

    3. 3

      Practise through discussions, team challenges, workshops and personal reflection.

    4. 4

      Develop teamwork, goal-setting, communication and public-speaking skills.

    5. 5

      Join an elective class on four afternoons each week.

    6. 6

      Take part in evening activities, clan events and cultural trips.

    Youth Leadership Programme dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Session 1

    28 June-19 July 2026

    Three-week St Andrews residential session.

    Reference date

    Session 2

    22 July-12 August 2026

    Three-week St Andrews residential session.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students must be aged 13-18.

    • Students must return to high school after summer.

    • English language level must be B2 or above.

    • Students of all nationalities may apply.

    • No academic grade requirements apply.

    • A parent or guardian must provide consent.

    How much does Youth Leadership Programme cost?

    Registration fee

    £500 — Included in the total and generally non-refundable.

    Funding or discounts

    • Programme total: £7,900 — All-inclusive St Andrews residential package.
    • Tuition fee: £7,400 — Balance due within 21 days of confirmation.

    What's included

    Academic tuition, Elective tuition, Campus accommodation, Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Course materials and equipment, Cultural trips and excursions, Evening activities and Sunday workshops, Travel and medical insurance, Designated airport transfers within scheduled arrangements, Academic report and completion certificate

    How to apply to Youth Leadership Programme

    1. 1

      Read the UK terms, rules and payment conditions.

    2. 2

      Choose a session, Youth Leadership academic course and elective.

    3. 3

      Complete the online form with student, school, teacher and parent or guardian details.

    4. 4

      Upload the requested student photo and submit the form for review.

    5. 5

      Pay the £500 registration fee to secure a confirmed place.

    6. 6

      Pay the tuition balance within 21 days of confirmation.

    7. 7

      Complete the student and travel information requested through the Parent Portal.

    What does Youth Leadership Programme cover?

    The programme covers the following focus areas.

    Leadership foundations

    Examine transformational leadership, leadership styles and leading by example.

    Emotional intelligence

    Understand emotions, empathy and compassionate leadership in group settings.

    Communication and teamwork

    Practise expressing ideas, listening and collaborating through team challenges.

    Public speaking and goals

    Build speaking confidence, challenge self-doubt and create achievable goals.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Youth Leadership Programme?

    A typical day during the programme.

    Academic class

    Youth Leadership classes run for three hours each weekday.

    Elective class

    Students pursue a chosen elective with professional coaches or teachers.

    Campus programme

    Students join activities, clan events and cultural trips.

    Who teaches on Youth Leadership Programme?

    Youth Leadership classes are taught by qualified educators selected for subject expertise and professional experience. The provider profiles Jenny, an experienced educator with specialist qualifications in education and educational leadership, while noting that the assigned teacher may differ.

    Teacher profiles illustrate the calibre of staff and do not guarantee a particular instructor.

    Where do students stay on Youth Leadership Programme?

    Residential plan

    • St Salvator's Hall: ISSOS has exclusive use of the university hall in a safe, supportive campus setting.
    • Student bedrooms: Single and twin rooms include a desk, wardrobe and shelving for each student.
    • Full-board dining: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in St Salvator's oak-panelled dining hall.
    • Campus welfare: Defined boundaries, curfews and conduct rules support residential student welfare.
    • Activities and trips: Evening activities, clan events and cultural excursions form part of campus life.

    Bedrooms may be single or twin, while bathrooms are shared among approximately six to eight students.

    What happens after Youth Leadership Programme?

    After completing this programme, participants often pursue:

    Use stronger communication and teamwork in school projects.

    Apply goal-setting strategies to academic and personal development.

    Build confidence for presentations, interviews and group discussions.

    Receive an academic report and completion certificate.

    Reflect on empathetic leadership in school or community roles.

    The completion certificate depends on completing relevant work and participating fully.

    Where does Youth Leadership Programme take place?

    Students live and study at St Salvator's Hall in St Andrews, a coastal university town in Scotland. The residence is a few minutes' walk from the town centre, while Edinburgh Airport is the designated airport and is approximately one hour and 15 minutes from campus.

    Scheduled campus transfers apply only within the provider's designated airport windows.

    Youth Leadership Programme FAQs

    It is designed for high school students aged 13-18 with English at B2 level or above. Students from all nationalities may apply, and there are no academic grade requirements.

    Students develop teamwork, communication, goal-setting, emotional intelligence, public-speaking and leadership skills. The course emphasises empathy, responsibility and creating positive change.

    Learning uses group discussions, team challenges, practical workshops and personal reflection. Academic classes run for three hours each weekday morning.

    Yes. Each student selects one academic course and one elective, with elective classes held on four afternoons each week.

    Students stay in St Salvator's Hall in St Andrews. Rooms are single or twin, and bathrooms are shared among approximately six to eight students.

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included and served in St Salvator's Hall. Vegetarian, vegan, halal and many allergy or intolerance requirements can be accommodated when declared in advance.

    Students receive an academic report and certificate of completion after the programme. The certificate requires completion of relevant work and full participation.

    Families should check UK visa or ETA requirements early, using the UK Government visa checker. ISSOS provides a support letter through the Parent Portal after confirmation.

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    Sean Stevens

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    Sean Stevens

    Co-founder, Succeed | Founder, Immerse Education (2012–2026)

    Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, programme quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • ISSOS - Summer School Application
    • Travel and Visas for Summer School - ISSOS
    • Arrival and Departure - ISSOS
    • All-Inclusive Catering | St Andrews Summer School | ISSOS
    • Summer School Accommodation at St Andrews - ISSOS
    • St Andrews Summer School - ISSOS
    • Summer School Application Process - ISSOS
    • Summer School Fees - ISSOS
    • Teachers of Youth Leadership - ISSOS
    • What is Youth Leadership? - ISSOS
    • Youth Leadership Benefits - ISSOS
    • UK T&Cs 2023
    • Youth Leadership Summer School - ISSOS

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    What we verified (on 19 Aug 2026)

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    • Session dates verified

    • Fees reviewed

    • Eligibility confirmed

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