Step into the world of academia and strengthen the critical thinking, research and presentation skills required for a future at a future at a world-class university.

“As a tutor and former student at the University of Oxford, I have not come to know of any other tour that offers as immersive of an experience as i-Learner’s while also making room for the individual student’s needs and interests.” – Ms Bee

Our Tours

Carroll (age 7-10)

Be as adventurous as Alice in Wonderland and explore Oxford with the Carroll group. Students stay with their parents in Oxford, and the whole family can enjoy cultural excursions.

Tolkien (age 11-14)

Think deeply and stretch your imagination, just as J.R.R. Tolkien did when writing his famous Lord of the Rings. Students stay with their parents in Oxford, and the whole family can enjoy cultural excursions.

Sayers (age 15-17)

Take part in a rigorous educational experience and prepare for applications to the best universities in the world. Students will experience an immersive education like no other.

Location: Oxford

Dates: 20/7 – 3/8 2025

Duration: 2 weeks

How to Apply

1. Application Essay or Story

Choose one option:

(a) Choose your favourite essay or story that you have previously written.

(b) Write a new piece by taking part in the i-Learner Writing Contest 2024. Choose one question at your level and follow the guidelines to write your essay or story.

2. Application Form

Fill in the application form.

3. Submission

Submit both the essay and the application form here.

Note: if you would like to be considered for the i-Learner Writing Contest 2024 prizes and awards, you will need to submit your essay again following the guidelines shown here.

Deadline: 30th December

4. Next steps

Carroll and Tolkien (Age 7-14)

The final places will be confirmed in early February. After your place has been confirmed, you will be invited to take part in the Critical Thinking Prep Camp (19th – 23rd April) to help you get ready for the tour. Participation in this camp is optional and will not affect your place on the tour.

Sayers (Age 15-17)

The provisional places will be offered in early January. The students who have a provisional offer will be invited to join the Oxford Sayers Prep Camp (30th January – 2nd February). This camp is compulsory for all prospective Sayers students.

The final places will then be confirmed after the camp in early February. All students with a confirmed place will be invited to join the Oxford Scholars Prep Camp (19th – 23rd April) to help you get the most out of your Oxford experience. Participation in this camp is optional and will not affect your place on the tour.