Each summer, as an extension of our college prep school curriculum, we offer a variety of courses in English as a Second Language, SAT Prep, a hands-on STEM Program, and our Young Innovators program. The day is structured for academic courses in the morning, with afternoon art classes and multiple off-campus excursions.
SAT Prep & College Application Essay Writing
July 8 – August 4
This three-week course, taught by Besant Hill School faculty trained in the A-List method, provides an in-depth overview of all three sections of the SAT test, including discussions about format, content, and overall strategies.
STEM Program
July 8 – August 4
As a College Preparatory High School, Besant Hill School believes in preparing and supporting high school students to pursue an undergraduate career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
English Language & American Culture
July 1 – August 4
Students will embark on an immersion journey in speaking English, getting to know the Besant Hill School campus and exploring Ojai and California.
Tuition & Fees
A breakdown of boarding school and day school tuition and expenses for the listed Summer Institute programs can be found here.
General Information
View the daily schedule and read about off-campus activities, options for day students, general conduct information, the required clothing/dress code, facilities, laundry, safety, and health services.

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It’s Once Upon a Mattress for this Year’s Spring Musical!
/in Admissions News, Alumni News, Performing Arts News, School News, Student News, Visual Arts News /by Oliver CornellThe Performing Arts Department, with a cast of 27 students, will present the Broadway musical Once Upon A Mattress, directed by Arts Department Chair Dan Call, on Friday and Saturday, April 27 and 28, at 7:00 p.m. in the Zalk Theater.