Description

Academic Summer is a residential summer school located in the South-West of England and in Liverpool. Programs begin in July and August for students aged between 13 to 18. We offer quality GCSE, IB and A-level preparation and revision courses and we welcome British and international students to our school. In summer 2012, Academic Summer will be located at Sidcot School near Bristol and Liverpool College in Liverpool.

We offer run a primary school course for students aged 7 to 13 called Academic Juniors.

Teaching Approach:

We offer a Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach. In addition to English lessons, students' English is developed through studying other academic subjects available at the summer school.

The CLIL approach to the learning and teaching of English is communicative and follows the 'can do' skills descriptors of the Common European Framework.

Accommodation:

Students live in separate boys and girls' boarding accommodation on the school campus. They are looked after by specialist teachers and experienced members of staff. The Principal lives on the school campus and is on call 24 hours a day.

* Boarding accommodation in single and mixed nationality bedrooms
* Supervision by experienced staff
* Caring and supportive environment
* Three meals a day
* Structured leisure programme including sports and weekend trips to encourage social interaction in English. We offer a CAS programme.
* Excellent facilities at our host schools

Highlights

Academic Summer School suitable for students preparing for:
- GCSEs
- A levels
- International Baccalaureate Diploma

Academic subjects offered: English, English Literature, Essay Writing, Presentation Skills, IELTS preparation, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History, Economics, Business Studies, Politics, Media Studies, Drama, Psychology, Theory of Knowledge, the Arts and Sports.

Leisure Programme:

Academic Summer offers structured leisure programme including sports and weekend trips to encourage cultural awareness and social interaction in English.

The leisure programme incorporates aspects of the Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) strand of the IB Diploma. You will be encouraged to learn new skills, work as a team, aim for your Personal Best and keep a diary about your experiences during the summer.

Creativity includes a wide range of arts activities. At Academic Summer you will be able to participate in digital media, sculture, drama and photography.

Action includes participation in individual and team sports This summer we are offering the following sports football, cricket, volleyball, basketball, badminton, tennis, squash, archery, swimming, hiking and trampolling.

Service encompasses community and social service activities. You could be involved in helping to organise a charity event to raise money or organising an event for Academic Juniors.

Examples of trips:
- London
- Bristol
- Bournemouth
- Oxford
- Manchester
- Alton Towers
- York
- Blackpool
- Bath

Type of Programs

• Cultural Exploration
• Language Immersion
• Community Service / Volunteerism
• High School Study Abroad

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

From GBP 875 per week

Program Fees Include:

Fees include the academic programme, accommodation and food, insurance, airport transfers and the leisure programme.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 7 to 15 students

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

24 hours

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Academic Summer Ltd's Mission Statement

Academic Summer runs quality GCSE, IB and A-level preparation and revision courses in July and August. We welcome international and British students aged 13 to 18. We look forward to welcoming you. We offer a range of academic subjects including English options, Essay Writing, Presentation Skills, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Business Studies, Politics, Geography, History, Media Studies, Art, Theory of Knowledge and Psychology. Academic Summer shares the learning and teaching philosophy of the International Baccalaureate. We believe that the principles of the IB Diploma are and increasingly will be of great relevance to education in the 21st Century. We also believe that Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is an excellent way to improve your English. Academic Juniors also runs quality primary school courses for young learners aged 7 to 13. Your child will be taught by experienced primary school teachers who know how young learners learn best. Lessons are complemented by trips and activities to bring the lessons alive. Academic Summer is based at Sidcot School near Bristol and Liverpool College in the centre of Liverpool.

Year Founded

2008