Relax & Explore Programme

a residential half term programme for 14 years + at Oxford International Study Centre

Bright World has partnered with Oxford International Study Centre (OISC) who have created Relax & Explore, a unique Half Term holiday programme in Oxford.

This programme offers an alternative to host family accommodation for students on the Bright World Guardianships Programme who are aged 14 and above.

why choose Relax & Explore?

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When boarding schools close

UK boarding schools close for between 9 and 16 nights each term; in October, February and May. While British students go home to their parents, it is not always possible for international students to make the long journey back home.

More independence and flexibility

Traditionally, the main option available to students, who are staying in the UK for half term, is to stay with a host family. Some would rather not be bound by the restrictions that can come with host family stay. Some students wish to spend their holidays with school friends, however host families cannot always accommodate large numbers.

See the UK

Some students prefer to see the sights, and have a more cultural experience during their half term which is not always possible at a host family. By choosing the Relax and Explore Programme, students have a full schedule of activities and excursions built into each week.

A safe place to relax

Bright World Guardianships has teamed up with Oxford International Study Centre, to create a unique residential programme specifically tailored to the international UK boarding school student. Bright World has hand-picked OISC for their experience and impeccable safety standards, as well as the ideal residential campus they can offer.

Oxford International Study Centre

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Oxford International Study Centre is a private tutorial college and language school in the centre of Oxford with a reputation for excellence in delivering a range of language, academic, and corporate training programmes at all academic levels. OISC is ideally situated in the centre of Oxford, in the heart of the famous vibrant University city.

more information

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Find out more about the daily activities, full-day excursions to London and Oxford, inclusive features available at each half term, and much more in our Relax & Explore brochure.

fees and costs

Fees

  • £2,095 9 Nights

  • £3,720 16 Nights

Dates

  • Autumn 2025: 17th - 26th October

  • Autumn 2025: 17th October - 2nd November (16 nights)

  • Spring 2026: 9 Nights - 13th - 22nd February

  • Summer 2026: 9 Nights - 22nd - 31st May

Extra Charges

  • Travel to and from the centre will be charged to your Bright World disbursements account.

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Relax & Explore Brochure

  • Read more about what's on offer at Relax & Explore

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