Reach Cambridge
Cambridge, United Kingdom
About Reach Cambridge
Reach Cambridge is a private, independent education provider based in Cambridge. Since 2005 it has run academic residential summer programs for international students, combining subject tuition with lectures, activities, excursions and supervised university-style living. It also offers online tuition and bespoke group programs.
Teaching style
Small, seminar-style classes combine academic discussion with lectures, workshops, practical projects and hands-on learning. Teachers tailor content to students' skills, interests, ages and academic backgrounds, while subject courses are complemented by interdisciplinary activities and excursions.
Reputation & Succeed take
Reach Cambridge has operated academic programs since 2005 and reports serving thousands of international students. It is accredited by the British Accreditation Council as a Short Course Provider, with its inspection report describing high-quality teaching and well-designed academic and personal-development programs.
Our take
Reach Cambridge offers a structured, academically focused introduction to university-style living for international students aged 14–18. Its strongest documented features are small tailored classes, broad subject choice, Cambridge college accommodation, cultural excursions, an international cohort and extensive supervision. Families should note that it is independent of the University of Cambridge and most courses do not award formal credit or qualifications.
Compared with a conventional summer camp, Reach Cambridge places greater emphasis on academic subject study and supervised university-style independence in Cambridge. Its own stated differentiators include the combination of academics, activities and excursions, small classes, individual attention, an international community and established local relationships. It is not affiliated with the University of Cambridge.
Who this provider suits
Who should choose them
Best suited to internationally minded students aged 14–18 who want to explore an academic subject, experience supervised residential life in Cambridge, meet peers from many countries and build confidence and independence before university.
Who it may not suit
Students seeking an official University of Cambridge program, guaranteed university admission support, or a formal qualification from most courses should consider alternatives. The residential summer programs are primarily designed for ages 14–18 and require sufficient English for academic study.
Accreditations & Recognition
British Accreditation Council (BAC) — Independent Further and Higher Education, Short Course Provider
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Frequently asked questions
Programs by Reach Cambridge
Architecture Summer School
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Business Management & Economics Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Computer Science Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 5 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
English Language & Leadership Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Multiple locations
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Journalism & Media Online Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Journalism & Media Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Law Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 5 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Literature & Creative Writing Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 5 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Mathematics Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Medicine & Life Sciences Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Online Biotechnology Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Online Computer Science Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Online Engineering Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Online English Literature Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Online Law Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Online Mathematics Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Online Medicine & Life Sciences Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Online Politics & International Relations Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Online Psychology Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Location
Online
Cost
From £1,295
Duration
10, 20 or 40 hours
Physics & Astronomy Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Politics & International Relations Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Psychology Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
SAT Preparation Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks
Social & Political Sciences Summer Course
Organised by Reach Cambridge
Dates
July to August 2026, 6 sessions
Location
Cambridge
Duration
2, 4 or 6 weeks