Summer School 2026

In cooperation with Sussex English Academy, The Cambridge Institute is offering an intensive two-week course in August for children and young people aged 11 to 20. The course is available at three levels, B1, B2 and C1, and provides an ideal way to prepare for returning to school at the end of the summer holidays.

Unlike traditional summer camps, the programme focuses on the structured development of all key language skills, including speaking, writing, reading, listening and grammar. Particular emphasis is placed on practical training and active communication. While our aim is to make the best possible use of the Summer School and help participants achieve significant progress, we also make sure that learning remains enjoyable and that there is plenty of fun along the way.

Cambridge English Prüfungen

Our programme also prepares students for the Cambridge English exams, giving them the opportunity to complete the course with an internationally recognised certificate. This helps build their confidence while also preparing them for the Austrian centralised school-leaving examination, which follows a very similar format.

Placement test and consultation

Want to find the perfect English course? Simply book a free placement test including a one-to-one consultation.

Book your appointment here

3 Levels - 3 Groups

There will be one group each at B1, B2 and C1 level.

Group B1 (generally for students aged 11-15)

***Fully booked - waiting list available***

Course dates: 17.08.2026 - 28.08.2026 (Monday-Friday)

Exam date: 28.08.2026 (Friday afternoon)

4-8 students per group

Course fee: € 1.895,- including materials

Exam fee: € 225,- (optional)

Group B2 (generally for student aged 14-18)

***Fully booked - waiting list available***

Course dates: 17.08.2026 - 28.08.2026 (Monday-Friday)

Exam date: 29.08.2026 (Saturday)

4-8 students per group

Course fee: € 1.995,- including materials

Exam fee: € 275,- (optional)

Group C1 (generally for students aged 16-20)

17.08.2026 - 28.08.2026 (Monday-Friday) and 22.08.2026 (Saturday morning)

Exam date: 29.08.2026 (Saturday)

4 - 8 students per group

Course fee: € 2.095,- including materials

Exam fee: € 285,- (optional)

Information about our Summer School for Children and Teenagers

Here you can find the most important information about our Summer School 2026:

Ages

The courses are specifically designed for children and teenagers aged between 11 and 20.
Duration

17. - 28. August 2026
Time

Mo-Fr between 09:00-16:30 with one hour lunch break
Teachers

Professional native English speaker teachers from The Cambridge Institute
Small Groups

Maximum 8 students per group
Location

The Cambridge Institute Vienna (Mariahilfer Straße 121b, 1060 Vienna)
Content

All language skills are trained, so your child can both improve their weaknesses and enhance their strengths in their language abilities.
Cambridge Exam

As a grand finale, there is the opportunity to take the Cambridge exam at the respective level and obtain a globally recognised language certificate!
Placement Test

Generally, the English language skills of children aged 11 to 14, i.e., students in lower secondary school, are typically in the A2-B1 range. Teenagers between 15 and 18 years old usually fall within the B1-C1 range. However, exceptions always exist! Therefore, as part of our Summer School, we conduct a free placement test with each student to determine their current language level. In some cases, this can also result in a lower secondary student participating in our B2 course or vice-versa.
Registration

Registration can be done at The Cambridge Institute or directly on the website of the Sussex English Academy.
Level

The students will be placed in either the B1, B2 or C1 group, according to their level.
Course Fees

The fee per student is € 1.895 for B1, € 1.995 for B2 and € 2.095 for C1, including materials, excluding the fee for the optional exam.
Mock Exam

During the course you will have plenty of exam practice, including a full mock exam, to ensure you feel confident when it comes to the real thing.

Personalised support

We place great emphasis on further building language skills and fostering the individual strengths of the participants. At the same time, we aim to spark the children's interest in the English language in an international environment.

Language Development

Our Summer School, unlike many other summer language courses, is a comparatively academically-oriented program. Therefore, we do not include typical activities (such as sports sessions) in the afternoon, but instead focus on linguistic development.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can find important details about the Summer School by clicking on the text blocks. Feel free to contact us if you have any further questions or would like to discuss other topics.

Why take an exam at the end?

At the end of the Summer School, we offer children and teenagers the unique opportunity to take a Cambridge English exam directly at our institute.

A Cambridge English exam is a great way to make learning visible and reinforce what has been learned. The exam preparation is intended to motivate students to work toward a clear goal, thereby enhancing their willingness to learn throughout the entire course. Thanks to the international standard of the Cambridge exams, students receive objective feedback on their English level (B1, B2 or C1) and are also prepared for the format of the Austrian final school exam (Zentralmatura). The globally recognized certificate is a valuable addition to their educational path and helps boost the candidates’ confidence.

The exam is not mandatory but is highly recommended for the reasons mentioned above.

Cambridge B1 Preliminary for Schools

A B1 Preliminary for Schools qualification shows that a student has mastered the basics of English and now has practical language skills for everyday use. B1 Preliminary for Schools is targeted at the same CEFR level as B1 Preliminary but with content aimed at school-age learners rather than adults.

A B1 Preliminary for Schools qualification shows that a student can:

read simple textbooks and articles in English
write letters and emails on everyday subjects
understand factual information
show awareness of opinions and mood in spoken and written English

Cambridge B2 First for Schools

A B2 First for Schools qualification shows that a student has the language skills they need to communicate in an English-speaking environment. B2 First for Schools is targeted at the same CEFR level as B2 First but with content aimed at school-age learners rather than adults.

The educational standards in Austria specify B2 as the target level to be achieved for the general university entrance qualification through the Zentralmatura.

A B2 First for Schools qualification shows that students can:

communicate effectively face to face, expressing opinions and presenting arguments
write clear, detailed English, expressing opinions and explaining the advantages and disadvantages of different points of view
follow and understand the news
write letters, reports, stories and lots of other types of text

Cambridge C1 Advanced

A C1 Advanced (CAE) certificate is an in-depth, high-level qualification that shows you have the language skills that employers and universities are looking for. C1 Advanced certificate is proof of high-level achievement in learning English.

Preparing for C1 Advanced helps learners develop the skills to make the most of studying, working and living in English-speaking countries.

The C1 Advanced certificate shows that you can:

follow an academic course at university level
communicate effectively at a managerial and professional level
participate with confidence in workplace meetings or academic tutorials and seminars
express yourself with a high level of fluency

There is no "for schools" version for the C1 Advanced exams.

Several schools in Vienna select their best students to sit our Cambridge C1 Advanced exams. Taking the C1 Advanced exam before the Matura clearly demonstrates their extra motivation and excellent level of English.

Supervision and Lunch Breaks

Your children will be supervised by us at the Cambridge Institute premises between 08:30 and 17:00. During both class time and breaks, a female and a male trusted staff member will be available.

Please note that we do not provide meals. Your child should therefore bring a snack or packed lunch.

With your permission, your child is welcome to spend the lunch break outside our premises on Mariahilfer Straße. However, please be aware that we do not assume any supervisory responsibility outside the institute.

Our Teachers

All teachers are native English speakers with appropriate teaching qualifications, classroom experience, and mandatory safeguarding training.

For the Summer School, we exclusively employ teachers who are part of the Cambridge Institute Vienna team. Take a look at our team here.

Arrival and pick-up times

Your children can arrive between 08:30 and 09:00 before classes begin at 09:00.

Classes end at 16:30, so you can pick up your children between 16:30 and 17:00.

Schedule

The schedule includes six full hours of teaching per day from Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 16:30, plus breaks.

A supervised lunch break takes place from 12:15 to 13:15, during which the children eat together and, of course, are encouraged to continue speaking English. Supervision during lunch is provided by a native English speaker teacher.

Why is there a price difference between the groups?

The difference in price between the groups is due to the varying course lengths.

The B1 group takes the Cambridge exam on Friday afternoon, which means the course finishes on Friday at midday.

The B2 group has lessons up to and including Friday afternoon.

In addition, the C1 group also has a mock exam on the Saturday between the two weeks of the course.