“Dear Team,
Issft has an amazing balance between the educational summer school and the recreational side (sports, outings, evening programmes in groups...). both parts have stretch me mentally and physically and I enjoyed them so very much. All the staff were all very pleasant and helpful at all times!
All the best,
Leah Guichard”
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed both the academic and recreational aspects of ISSFT, and that the programme challenged you in such a positive way. It’s wonderful to know that our team made you feel supported and welcome throughout your time with us.
We wish you all the best in your future studies and adventures, and we hope to see you again at ISSFT!
“ISSFT Summer Programs offer students an exceptional summer experience with both a well-designed academic curriculum and a wide range of sports and cultural activities. Caring and experienced teachers closely support students in a safe and secure environment 24/7, welcoming participants from all around the world.
In addition to exciting excursions, students stay in comfortable rooms at some of the UK and Scotland’s top universities. They also receive additional training in tennis, golf, basketball, football, and sports leadership. Participants earn the prestigious ISSFT certificate, along with completion awards such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award, which help strengthen their university applications.
For all these unique advantages, I highly recommend the ISSFT Summer School program to our young students.”
“My son had two amazing summers with ISSFT in both Stirling and London. He made wonderful friends, enjoyed the weekend travel, his classes, and hanging out with his new friends at night. As a parent, we saw that it gave him the confidence to travel alone (we are from the United States), the chance to see what University dorm life is like, and the responsibility to take care of himself without mom and dad always there to help. It was a fantastic learning experience overall!! We highly recommend ISSFT to anyone!!”
“Very professionally organized camp. My son was pleased with both the substantive classes (academic writings), as well as with additional classes (tennis) and general activities. Everything went smoothly and with great commitment from the organizers.”
“Our family was very pleased with the summer program! The activities were carried out with excellence and great competence, always with a warm, welcoming approach and a clear concern for the children's well-being. We'd also like to highlight the team's responsiveness and care in handling any needs that came up during the program. It was a very positive experience for our son, and we definitely recommend it!”
“Our son had a fantastic summer - he learned a lot and made a lot of friends. I cannot think of a better way for teens to spend thier summer holiday! We are grateful to ISSFT and can warmly recommend ISSFT!”
“Our son, had the extraordinary opportunity to attend the International Summer School for Teens (ISSFT), and it was truly a transformational experience. Over the course of three weeks, he thrived both academically and personally, "majoring" in Environmental Sustainability and "minoring" in Sports Leadership. The program not only sparked his intellectual curiosity and deepened his interest in sustainability, but also developed his leadership skills, confidence, and global perspective.
From the moment he arrived, it was clear that ISSFT is more than just a summer program—it’s a community. Under the visionary leadership of Carey Rowe, Founder and Managing Director, ISSFT has set a gold standard for international summer education. Carey’s ability to curate a best-in-class team of educators, mentors, and support staff created a nurturing and inspirational environment where young men and women from around the world felt seen, supported, and empowered.
Our son formed friendships that will last a lifetime, and he returned home more independent, motivated, and inspired about his future. We cannot recommend ISSFT highly enough for families looking to offer their teens a world-class experience that blends academics, leadership, cultural exchange, and personal growth.
Thank you to Carey and the entire ISSFT team for making such a profound impact on our son’s life!
Warmly,
G”
