Wycliffe College - Young Learners

Wycliffe College

Gloucestershire

Bath Road, Stonehouse GL10 2JQ

Start dates:

General/Intensive English: 12, 19, 26 Jul, 2 Aug

English Plus Exam Prep: 12, 19, 26 Jul

English Plus Horse Riding: 12, 19, 26 Jul

Arrival/Departure day:

Wednesday/Wednesday

Minimum Duration: 1 week

Age range: 7-13 or 13-17 years

Capacity:

280 students

Courses offered:

General & Intensive English

English PLUS Exam Preparation (14-17 only) English PLUS Horse Riding

Nearest airport: Bristol Airport - 40 miles

Heathrow Airport - 90 miles

Included in the programme: Full board

1 full day excursion and 1 half day excursion per week

Daily activities

Excursions: Sightseeing trips to Oxford, Bristol, Bath, Cardiff, Gloucester and Cheltenham Optional excursions: Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Salisbury

Not included in the programme:

£55 Registration fee

£35 Kosher diet supplement (per week)

Accommodation: Campus residence in single ensuite or shared bathrooms, or twin rooms with shared bathrooms

Ideally located for many of the UK’s historic attractions including Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon and Bath.

Course Details

GENERAL ENGLISH

15 hours/week

We use a special short course syllabus which focuses on improving the core skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening through immersive activities and project work. Lessons are interactive and engaging, providing a natural platform for students to practise their English. Our aim is to improve students’ confidence as quickly as possible whilst encouraging the accurate production of language including grammar.

INTENSIVE ENGLISH

23 hours/week

This course is designed for students who are determined to improve their English quickly and still enjoy most of the exciting social activities.

ENGLISH PLUS EXAM PREP

23 hours/week

This programme gives students the skills to prepare for internationally recognised certificates of English language proficiency. The students have the option of taking Cambridge (FCE or CAE) or IELTS exams on site* at an extra charge. *Dependant on number of students

Learning information

• Maximum class size: 15

• Multi-national classes

Use of academic course book and

• additional materials

• Pre-course online placement test

• End of course certificate

ENGLISH PLUS HORSE RIDING

23 hours/week

Learn basic horse riding skills or improve your existing skills with qualified riding instructors. Each two hour session includes both development of a range of riding skills as well as stable management at local riding schools. All equipment is provided and all abilities and levels are catered for. Students required to bring their own horse riding attire.

Accommodation

• Single, ensuite or shared bathrooms twin, shared bathrooms

• Communal space in each house

• Room furniture includes a wardrobe, desk and chair

• Free laundry service

• WiFi throughout

• Meals are served in college canteen

• £60 damage deposit may be charged upon arrival

• Residential team available 24h a day

• Towels and Linen provided

Student Welfare

• Supervision ratio 1:15

• Unaccompanied minor service (extra cost)

• Airport meet and greet

• Classes allocated according to age and level

• Teachers hold CELTA or equivalent qualifications

Police background checks on all staff

• Mentor for individuals

Menu Options

Breakfast Selection of cereals, toast, juices and fruit.

Lunch

Four choices, including vegetarian option, soup, pasta and jacket potato. Salad bar and fresh fruit selection also available.

Dinner

Two courses, including vegetarian option. Salad bar and fresh fruit selection also available. Please let us know about any other dietary requirements before you arrive.

Activities & Excursions

ACTIVITIES

Indoor sports: Swimming, basketball, football and tennis.

Outdoor sports: Football, volleyball and team games.

Arts and crafts • Drama • Treasure hunts • Music • ‘Getting to know you‘ activities • Quiz night • Talent shows

SAMPLE EXCURSIONS

Cardiff

Full-day excursion to Cardiff with Cardiff Castle entrance included.

Oxford

Full-day excursion to Oxford with Oxford University visit included.

Bath

Full-day excursion to Bath with Roman Bath entrance included.

Half-day excursions

Gloucester, Cheltenham and Bristol.

Optional excursions

Stratford-upon-Avon, Salisbury with Stonehenge and Warwick with Castle, punting in Oxford

BSC Young Learners provide an enriching excursion program, where students will be given the opportunity to enjoy unsupervised time within some of the most culturally vibrant locations in their course town. Prior to each excursion students will receive clear instructions and guidance on how to stay safe in the allocated free time area. For more information, please refer to our website.

General & Intensive English

Our General English and Intensive English programmes give students confidence and accuracy when reading, writing, speaking and listening in English. Lessons involve a combination of project work and activities that provide a natural platform to practise English in different situations. Our aim is to provide a fun, engaging environment where students enjoy themselves while they learn.

Course Aims

On completion of this course, students will:

• Have developed their language skills through practical activities and discussions.

• Have developed their creativity and problem- solving skills.

• Have a deeper understanding of the English culture.

• Have experience working on projects in small groups.

• Have improved their digital competency in the context of project work.

• Be more confident in speaking English.

• Have met and learned from English native-level speakers.

• Have their English level assessed by the BSC level test.

• Be a more independent learner and global citizen.

• Have had a transformational learning experience and developed skills for life.

Course Outcomes

• Develop English language skills through practical activities

• Be more confident in speaking English

• End of course certificate with language level

Perfect for students who want to improve their English, make new friends and discover the UK.

Soft Skills

BSC courses are designed to improve 'soft skills' – the key abilities employers look for, such as time management, communication skills and teamwork

Key Facts

Minimum level of English: A1/ Beginner

Minimum Age: 7

General English: 15 hours per week

Intensive English: 23 hours per week

Start dates: 12, 19, 26 Jul, 2 Aug

Minimum Duration: 1 week

Experienced Teachers

All of our teachers are CELTA qualified or equivalent with years of experience supporting students.

What’s Included

• Online pre-course level test

• English language tuition

Nationality Mix

In 2022 we welcomed students from over 75 countries. When Young Learners choose BSC they make friends from all over the world.

• General English in the mornings, activities or intensive lessons in the afternoons

• Leisure activities in evenings

• One full day excursion, one half day excursion

• End of course certificate with language level

One week sample timetable

English Plus Exam Preparation

We offer an engaging IELTS or Cambridge preparation course for children and teenagers to practise the English they need for their exam. Students will build their confidence as well as their knowledge. The course finishes with an on-site IELTS or Cambridge exam.

Course Aims

On completion of this course, students will:

• On completion of this course, students will:

• Have developed their language skills through practical activities and discussions.

• Have developed their exam strategy and problem-solving skills.

• Have a deeper understanding of successful exam preparation.

• Have experience working on projects in small groups.

• Have improved their autodidactic skills.

• Have met and learned from English native-level speakers.

• Have their English level assessed by the BSC level test.

• Be a more independent learner and global citizen.

• Have had a transformational learning experience and developed skills for life.

Course Outcomes

• Students will have had in-depth preparation for each part of the IELTS or Cambridge exam

• Gained confidence in taking the IELTS or Cambridge exam

• Developed their vocabulary, grammar and confidence to the level they need to succeed

Small Class Sizes

These courses focus on small classes to ensure that students are given specialist attention and support.

Key Facts

Experienced Teachers

All of our teachers are CELTA qualified and all of our tennis coaches are experienced to train beginners and experienced tennis players.

Exam Dates & Fees

Nationality Mix

In 2022 we welcomed students from over 75 countries. When Young Learners choose BSC they make friends from all over the world.

What’s Included

• Pre-course online level test

• General English programme in the mornings, intensive IELTS/Cambridge Exam preparation lessons

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One week sample timetable

English Plus Horse Riding

Perfect for students who would like to combine language learning with the thrill of horse riding in a beautiful setting in Gloucestershire

In this exciting programme, students will develop their General English skills while developing their horse-riding confidence as well as learning more about the day-to-day care of horses. BSC YL can cater for every level of rider from: Beginner to advanced Flat work to jumping Casual rider to exam candidates.

Course Aims

On completion of this course, students will:

• Have developed their language skills through in class English lessons and practical horseriding sessions

• Have a deeper understanding of the day-to-day care of horses at an Equestrian centre

• Developed a greater confidence to follow instructions by trained professional coaches

• Have experience working individually and in small groups

• Have a greater confidence riding horses and progressed onto a new riding ability

• Be more confident in speaking English.

• Have met and learned from English native-level speakers

• Have their English level assessed by the BSC YL level test

• Become a more independent learner

• Have had a transformational learning experience

Small Class Sizes

These courses focus on small classes to ensure that students are given specialist attention and support

Key Facts

Experienced Teachers

All of our teachers are CELTA qualified and all of our tennis coaches are experienced to train beginners and experienced tennis players.

What’s Included

• Pre-course online level test

Nationality Mix

In 2022 we welcomed students from over 75 countries. When Young Learners choose BSC they make friends from all over the world.

• General English programme in the mornings with horse riding lessons in the afternoons (6h across the week)

• Hats and boots provided

• Leisure activities in evenings

• One full day excursion, one half day excursion

• End of course certificate with language level

One week sample timetable

14.00 Horse riding Horse riding

day trip to Chelmsford (with walking tour)

Horse riding Activities: music, arts, drama