Objective:

To enable students for whom English is not their first language to gain an insight into the workings of a real British school, whilst developing their English skills and gaining ESOL qualifications if they want to.

What does the Programme involve?: 

In addition to English lessons and support from a dedicated ESOL teacher, pupils will follow a general curriculum including subjects such as maths, geography, history, art and music, alongside native speakers.

Our ESOL department can prepare pupils for a range of ESOL examinations and qualifications if required, such as the Cambridge ESOL qualifications.

Who is the Programme suitable for?:

Pupils of all ages but perfect for younger learners aged 9-16, who want to gain an initial insight into studying English in the UK. The programme is tailored to the individual's requirements.

Duration of Programme:

Flexible, but a minimum of a 1 term stay is recommended in order to gain the most benefit from the experience. (1 term is approximately 10 weeks). If pupils want to gain Cambridge ESOL qualifications, their stay must coincide with the Cambridge Board's examinations in December, March and June every year. We are able to arrange transport to Cambridge to take the exams.

Cost: 

Full-time 2011-12 boarding fees plus ESOL lessons charged at £32.00 per hour individually (pro-rata for shared lessons). 

Objective:

To enable students for whom English is not their first language to consolidate their English skills, before embarking on internationally recognised ESOL qualifications and AS and A Level qualifications.

What does the Programme involve?:

• One-to-one ESOL lessons
• Access to a wide range of ESOL examinations through the Cambridge Board, IELTS or SATS
• AS and A Level tuition
• Preparation for university entrance
• All examination fees and textbooks

The programme breaks down as follows:

Year 1: Foundation
Initial assessment and individual learning plan established
3 hours one-to-one ESOL teaching per week
Preparation for ESOL examinations, which could include Cambridge ESOL (PET)

Opportunity to study a general curriculum alongside native speakers
Introduction to AS Level courses.

Year 2: Lower Sixth
2 hours one-to-one ESOL teaching per week

Preparation for ESOL examinations, which could include Cambridge ESOL (FCE)

AS Level tuition and preparation for examinations in June.

Year 3: Upper Sixth
2 hours one-to-one ESOL teaching per week
Preparation for university entrance ESOL examinations: IELTS, SATS or other

Careers advice and individual guidance with university applications

A Level or AS Level tuition and preparation for examinations in June.

Who is the programme suitable for?:

Pupils aged 16-18 who want to gain internationally recognised ESOL, AS and A Level qualifications and progress onto university study.

Duration of Programme:

3 Years.

Cost:

In 2011-12, £8,850 per term (fixed rate for duration of 3 year course). Any additional ESOL tuition beyond that specified above, will be charged at £32.00 per hour on a one-to-one basis (pro-rata for shared lessons).