Summer Explorer (Young Learner Programme for 11-17 years old)

Descrição do curso

Tudor Hall is nestled in the Oxfordshire countryside and is the perfect mix of old and the new. Founded in 1850, the school opened in its current location in 1946. Tudor Hall has beautiful buildings and grounds as well as first-class modern facilities for sport, crafts and performing arts.

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The course is offered for different levels. On arrival, students are tested to make sure they are placed in a group that suits their ability. The minimum level is beginners (A1) and the age range is 11 to 17.

The Summer Explorer course length is 2 weeks in July and August. Dates are:

Block 1 Wednesday 9th July to Tuesday 22nd July
Block 2 Wednesday 23rd July to Tuesday 5th August

Course description
Students learn though their lessons, activities and cultural visits. Please see below the course structure:

Project-based lessons - 30 hours per 2 week course
Lessons focus on a project to suit the level and age range of the class. Students learn something new every time. Examples are the Royal Family, the Environment, and Travel and Tourism.

Educational Activities OR Academy – 18 hours per 2 week course

Educational Activities (no extra cost)
Upon arrival on campus, students choose three electives from a long list of active, academic and creative electives.

Sample Educational Activities offered at Tudor Hall, depending on staff expertise:
• Art and crafts
• British Literature
• Hockey
• Dance
• Drama
• Film & Photography
• Football
• Journalism
• Health and Fitness
• Music
• Theatre
• Ceramics
• Cookery
• Tennis

Instead of Educational afternoon activities, a student can pre-book an academy. Academy offered at Tudor Hall is Intensive Academic English (£205 extra per 2-week course)
This Academy will enhance students’ academic English skills and maximise their potential for success in their future studies. This challenging Academy will help students develop a range of useful tools and techniques to tackle international exams and improve their general study needs.

Study tours - 3 full-days
They will also enjoy study tours to historic destinations such as Warwick Castle and the British Museum. Every course also includes a full day study tour to London, where students will enjoy a walking tour, river cruise or trip to a top London Museum.

• At least 42 hours of lessons, programmed activities and 3 study tours days
• Comprehensive supervision by qualified and experienced staff
• On campus accommodation
• All meals, snacks and drinks
• All social activities and study tours
• Return transfers on scheduled arrival and departure days from and to Heathrow or Stansted, Gatwick airports, or Eurostar St Pancras Station (for arrivals & departures between 7am – 7pm)
• Use of sport facilities
• Free internet access
• Free laundry service
• Comprehensive insurance