Oundle School is situated in the heart of the traditional English market town of Oundle, in Northamptonshire, a beautiful rural county in central England, offering excellent access to Cambridge and being within an hour of London.
London Heathrow – 160km – 2 hours
London Stansted - 105 km - 1 hour 15 minutes
Eurostar St Pancras – 140 km – 2 hours 30 minutes
About the Course
Designed and led by a former professional basketball player, the Exsportise basketball programme is suitable for students who love to play and want to improve their skills.
This UK basketball summer camps provide focused, intensive training to improve self-confidence and deepen overall appreciation of the game through small-sided games and shooting practice. Students will not only learn English through basketball but also in the classroom with Exsportise’s British Council-accredited English course, providing students with 21st-century English language skills.
This UK basketball summer camp is a residential programme for 9 to 17 year-olds eager to improve their game, train like professional players, and enjoy a memorable international summer school experience. As one of the top residential sports camps in England, our basketball camp offers three hours of professional coaching each day alongside three hours of English tuition, providing an ideal blend of sport, education and cultural exchange.
Led by experienced coaches, the training encompasses fitness, agility, dribbling, shooting, tactical play, teamwork, and communication, with small-sided matches and shooting exercises daily to boost confidence and endurance. Our basketball coaching camp for children and teenagers adopts a professional training approach, instilling discipline, a strong work ethic, and the right mindset for success on the court.
In addition to basketball, students enjoy the experience of a safe, fully supervised residential summer camp in the UK, where they live, learn, and train alongside peers from around the world. All participants are assessed at the start and conclusion of the programme to track progress in both basketball skills and English language ability, with the aim of every student mastering at least one new skill by the end.
With its unique combination of basketball summer school, English lessons, and international friendships, our camp provides one of the finest sports summer camp experiences in the UK, near London, for aspiring young athletes.
Benefits and results
Basketball is a great social sport. If you are confident on the basketball court, you are confident in social situations on and off the court. The ability to play basketball also encourages an active lifestyle in general and enhances spoken English through a joint passion for the game.
Players better understand their game and consider how to continue their career beyond junior level, either at university or senior level. As well as their progress on-court, players leave with new friends from around the world and develop maturity, confidence, and an understanding of new cultures.
Tony Windless
Basketball Ambassador
Tony, a former professional player recognised as one of the greatest players to have played in the British Basketball League, has played a key role in developing and raising the profile of the Exsportise basketball programme over the past 15 years. His professional expertise ensures our students train in a high-standard, authentic environment that mirrors professional players.
Camp Option:
This camp is for boys & girls
English level requirement A2-C2
At least 1 years experience in playing basketball
Boys & Girls will train together according to their age, physicality and ability.
Choice of Basketball only or *Basketball + English
Also caters for other sports like Football, Horse Riding, Tennis & Volleyball + English
Package Includes:
15 hours of English Language or Workshops
15 hrs of Basketball coaching / week
On campus accommodation with 3 meals a day
English feedback report & end of course certificate
Airport transfers to/from London Heathrow & Gatwick & St Pancras Int'l station (Eurostar) Sunday arrival and Saturday departure
Student Travel Insurance
24/7 support and on site medical care
Fully supervised social and cultural evening Activities
This camp is also available at Worth School (near London UK)
*Transfers:
Arrival: Sunday between 09:00 and 17:00
Departure: Saturday between 09:00 and 17:00
(please note additional fees may apply if out of these times)
2 weeks camp also available £ 3,660 (including Weekend excursions - 2 day led cultural packages including Arsenal Stadium Tour/Oxford/Cambridge or London Tours)
Extra night: £305
About the School
Set in the beautiful surroundings of the historic market town of Oundle, the expansive and prestigious Oundle campus provides an inspiring environment for international students. With state-of-the-art facilities, including the flagship Oundle School Sports Centre, students have access to numerous sports pitches, two sports halls, and a range of indoor and outdoor social spaces.
The well-planned campus is easy to navigate, with modern classrooms, unique learning environments, and comfortable residential spaces. These create a balanced atmosphere for learning, sports, and personal growth. The campus allows students to explore both the school’s extensive on-site facilities and the charming town of Oundle, rich in history and culture (under Staff supervision and applies to specific age groups).
At the heart of the Oundle School experience is a commitment to student welfare. Medical officers and a specialist welfare team of on-site staff ensure students feel safe and supported throughout their stay (24/7 care).
Available camp dates
28 June – 4 July 2026
5 July – 11 July 2026
12 July – 18 July 2026
19 July – 25 July 2026
26 July – 1 August 2026
2 August – 8 August 2026
Accommodation:
Oundle School offers students high-quality student residences in secure on-site boarding houses. Girls and boys are accommodated in separate, supervised accommodations.
Rooms are mostly twin, triple or quad (with a few select single and larger rooms available), and all have shared wash facilities.
All four boarding houses have comfortable social spaces (common rooms) and facilities where students can relax during their free time and in the evenings.
Meals:
Meals are held in the Two Acre dining hall offering a varied menu with a mixture of British and international cuisine. Two hot choices are always available for lunch and dinner, with a complementary salad bar. Vegetarians and most special diets for medical reasons or religious observance can be accommodated upon special request before your course.
