International House Londres Junior

London, Oxford & Ellesmere Young Learner Centres

Oxford spring & summer 12–17 years Ellesmere summer 8–17 years London summer 14–17 years

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Contents

02 Young Learners courses 03 What’s included?

04 A typical day 07 OXFORD 15 ELLESMERE 23 LONDON 30 Discover English 32 English Active 36 English Plus 38 English Explorer 40 Future Leaders 44 Accommodation 46 Questions 47 Year-round learner groups 49 Interesting facts

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Young Learners courses

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What’s included?

Maximum teacher to student ratio International House London has been operating since 1959, specialising in English language teaching and training. In 2011, we opened our first Young Learners centre in Oxford, that has gone from strength to strength. Since then we have added some more centres so many of our students come back each year to see which one is their favourite.

We offer a range of programmes at our centres located in the city and the countryside. Here, our experienced and professional staff with take good care of all students.

All programmes emphasise the importance of learning through culture, physical activity and fun. > Learn English > Explore famous UK attractions > Make friends for life > Safe, nurturing environment

OXFORD:

Spring course for 12–17 year-olds Summer course for 12–17 year-olds

> Courses are accredited by Accreditation UK and EAQUALS

We want to ensure that the main focus is on learning and having fun, so we include a complete package for students on our spring and summer programmes:

Edinburgh

> All tuition and accommodation fees > All excursions and entrance fees > Three meals a day and healthy drinks and snacks > A full programme of lessons and activities

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> Daily internet access and use of computers > Staff available 24 hours a day > Bed linen changed weekly

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> Laundry service > Insurance

ELLESMERE:

Manchester

Summer course for 8–11 year-olds Summer course for 12–17 year-olds

Liverpool

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Year-round group options Summer course for 14–17 year-olds Birmingham

Ellesmere

Cambridge

London Oxford

Cardiff

Bath

IH OXFORD 12–17 year-olds

Brighton

1 hour from London or Cambridge

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From breakfast to bedtime 12:20 Lunch

08:45 Student meeting

07:45 Breakfast

18:00 Dinner

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14:00

16:00

English Active students are coached in their options while Discover English students enjoy sports and activities.

English Plus students have extra lessons.

English Active and English Plus students take part in sports and activity sessions while Discover English students enjoy arts and crafts.

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09:00 Lessons begin

19:30 Evening activities

22:00 House meetings

23:00 Lights Out

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Oxford Situated an hour from London, Oxford is a small, safe and beautiful city, full of culture and history. The city is also close to Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon and Manchester.

Oxford is known as the city of dreaming spires and was founded around AD 900 and its university in 1096 AD. It is one of the most famous cities in the world for academia, with many of the University’s colleges close to the school.

IH Oxford takes place at St Edward’s school in Summertown, a short walk from the city centre.

St Edward’s is a prestigious co-educational boarding school, established in 1863. The school has modern teaching facilities, a large range of sports facilities and quality accommodation facilities, all set within very traditional Oxford academic buildings.

Summertown

Approximate city population:

150,000

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BEST ARRIVAL AIRPORT: London Heathrow (LHR)

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Oxford site facilities: Sports Swimming pool, multi-sport playing fields, sports hall, dance studio, sports pitches, golf course and tennis courts.

6 hole golf course

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Classrooms Modern and well-equipped classrooms are on the campus with a maximum of 15 students per class for English lessons and 10 per group for the Future Leaders programme.

Dining Hall Hot and cold meals are served from a buffet in a large hall and light snacks are available throughout the day. We are happy to cater for all dietary requirements. Even fussy eaters will find something they like!

Accommodation

pitches Multi-sport playing fields

Residence

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Separate sleeping and bathroom facilities for boys and girls are based on the campus. Bedrooms are single, twin, triple or quad rooms. Each boarding house has a comfortable student lounge with computers and televisions.

We are happy to cater for all dietary requirements. Even fussy eaters will find what they like!

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Sports hall

Main school joined by tunnel walkway

Tennis courts

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Excursions from

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Our programmes are not confined to the classroom but include adventures in sites and cities of interest.

London

The Discover, Active and Plus programmes include one half-day and one full-day excursion per week. From Oxford, students get the chance to visit modern cities as well as explore ancient history.

Sample day trip itinerary

Typical destinations from Oxford:

A full-day Oxford to London excursion can include:

London Home to Cool Britannia and steeped in history, no trip to the UK would be complete without a trip to the UK’s capital city. It is a chance to see all those sites that often feature in history books and films.

07:15

07:45 Breakfast

Bath This city is most famous for its Roman and Georgian architecture and the working Roman baths in the city centre.

Stratford-upon-Avon This city’s most famous son is Shakespeare. Students can see the house where he was born and also find out what influenced the greatest playwright of the English language.

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Wake up and start to get ready for your full day in London!

Oxford

08:45

Excursion meeting to go over the plan for the day

09:00

Depart from Oxford for London

10:30

Arrive in London – it’s time to explore!

11:00

Fly on the London Eye for a bird’s eye view of the capital

11:30 London Royalty Walking Tour: Absorb the sights and sounds of the capital including Big Ben, Downing Street, Horse Guard’s Parade, Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square 14:30 Discover Covent Garden in groups of three or more use this time to have lunch at one of the many famous eateries in London (lunch voucher provided) 16:00 Meet at the meeting point to walk and explore Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square and Chinatown 17:30

Coaches depart for Oxford

19:30

Return to school for a late dinner and evening activity

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Oxford programmes:

DISCOVER ENGLISH

Our lively and fun programme is designed to improve language skills. It runs during the spring programme and focuses on combining English language learning with fun.

Spring for 12–17 year-olds Page 30

ACTIVE ENGLISH

Summer for 12–17 year-olds Page 32

ENGLISH PLUS

Summer for 12–17 year-olds

As well as learning English, students receive professional coaching in a range of activities, including art, drama, football, tennis, golf and so on. All the coaches are qualified professionals in their area of expertise and they will aim to inspire and build confidence, no matter what the students’ level at the start of the programme.

This is our most academic programme, that focuses on building language skills and preparing students for studying in an English-speaking environment. It is perfect for those who want to make the most of study time whilst in the UK.

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FUTURE LEADERS Spring & Summer for 14–17 year-olds

This programme focuses on building teamworking, problem solving and critical thinking skills within the context of world issues, leadership and entrepreneurship. It is perfect for students who are looking to build their experience prior to university. This runs in the spring and summer for groups and individuals.

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Ellesmere Situated about an hour from Manchester and Liverpool, Ellesmere is in the beautiful county of Shropshire. The area is also close to Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon and Birmingham.

The area is known for its beautiful countryside and real English charm, although neither is it far from the Welsh border. Its most famous citizen is probably Charles Darwin.

Shropshire has many market towns, set amongst rolling hills and farmland and has two UNESCO World Heritage sites within the county.

IH Ellesmere takes place at Ellesmere College, a co-educational boarding school that was founded in 1879.

The school has modern teaching facilities, a large range of sports facilities and quality accommodation facilities, all set within very traditional academic buildings.

A short distance away is the town of Ellesmere, that has shops and cafes.

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BEST ARRIVAL AIRPORT: Manchester (MAN )

Approximate town population:

3800 Famous citizens:

LONDON 298km

Charles Darwin Wilfred Owen Charles Babbage

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Ellesmere site facilities

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Sports pitches Sports Multi-sport playing fields, indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, golf course and sports pitches.

Residence

Classrooms Modern and well-equipped classrooms are on the campus with a maximum of 15 students per class for English lessons. For the 8–11 age group, we use the junior school, also on the campus.

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Tennis courts

Main school

Dining Hall Hot and cold meals are served from a buffet in a large hall and light snacks are available throughout the day. We are happy to cater for all dietary requirements. Even fussy eaters will find something they like!

Accommodation Separate sleeping and bathroom facilities for boys and girls are based on the campus. Bedrooms are single, twin, triple or quad rooms. Each boarding house has a comfortable student lounge with computers and televisions.

Comfortable shared student lounges, with computers and televisions.

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Swimming pool & sports hall

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Cricket pitches & playing fields

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Hockey pitches

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Excursions from

Ellesmere Our programmes are not confined to the classroom but include adventures in sites and cities of interest.

Liverpool

The Discover, Active and Plus programmes include one halfday and one full-day excursion per week. From Ellesmere, students get the chance to visit exciting places in England, experiencing both modern cities and ancient history.

Sample day trip itinerary

Typical destinations from Ellesmere:

A full-day Ellesmere to Manchester excursion can include:

Manchester and Manchester United Football Stadium Visit the ‘capital’ of the north and an important part of Britain’s industrial past, Manchester is a vibrant, multicultural city. Given that Manchester United is one of the world’s most famous football clubs, we thought it only right to visit it. Students can have their photo taken on the famous pitch!

Liverpool The city is of course famous for the Beatles, but before the Fab Four, Liverpool was an important maritime city and students can learn about its history, both industrial and cultural.

Stratford-upon-Avon This city’s most famous son is Shakespeare. Students can see the house where he was born and also find out what influenced the greatest playwright of the English language.

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07:15 Wake up and start to get ready for your full day in Manchester 07:45 Breakfast

Stratford-upon-Avon

08:45

Excursion meeting to go over the plan for the day

09:00

Depart from Ellesmere to Manchester

10:30

Arrive in Manchester – it’s time to explore!

11:00

isit Old Trafford the home of Manchester V United (Discover students have the option to visit Manchester’s Sealife Aquarium)

13:00 Walking Tour of Manchester including Albert Hall, Manchester Library, Albert Memorial, St Ann’s Church and Royal Exchange Theatre.

Time to enjoy lunch 14:30 Time to explore Manchester in groups of three or more (Discover students will be supervised by a member of staff) 16:30

Coaches depart for Ellesmere

18:00

Dinner at school

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Ellesmere programmes:

DISCOVER ENGLISH

Our lively and fun programme is designed to improve language skills. It runs during the summer programme and focuses on combining English language learning with fun.

Summer for 8–11 year-olds Page 30

ACTIVE ENGLISH

Summer for 12–17 year-olds Page 32

ENGLISH PLUS

Summer for 12–17 year-olds

As well as learning English, students receive professional coaching in a range of activities, including art, drama, football, tennis, golf and so on. All the coaches are qualified professionals in their area of expertise and they will aim to inspire and build confidence, no matter what the students’ level at the start of the programme.

This is our most academic programme, that focuses on building language skills and preparing students for studying in an English-speaking environment. It is perfect for those who want to make the most of study time whilst in the UK.

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FUTURE LEADERS

Summer for 14–17 year-olds Page 40

This programme focuses on building teamworking, problem solving and critical thinking skills within the context of world issues, leadership and entrepreneurship. It is perfect for students who are looking to build their experience prior to university. This runs in the spring and summer for groups and individuals.

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London Our Young Learners programme is available in London from 2017.

Based at the University of Westminster’s modern Marylebone campus, students will enjoy English classes in the morning and afternoon cultural activities, making the most of the exciting capital city.

The campus is based just opposite Baker Street station, in the Marylebone area of central London. It offers excellent transport links around London, as well as being close to the green and tranquility of Regent’s Park.

The campus is very safe, with a secure reception for all visitors to the university classrooms and security entry in the accommodation section. A number of members of staff are based onsite, including house parents, ensuring a high level of supervision at all times.

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London site facilities: Classrooms Modern and well-equipped classrooms are on the campus with a maximum of 15 students per class for English lessons, along with lecture theatres and dynamic learning spaces.

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Regent’s Park

Tube Lines

Dining Hall Hot and cold meals are served from a buffet in a central area and light snacks are available throughout the day. We are happy to cater for all dietary requirements. Even fussy eaters will find something they like!

Accommodation The accommodation is part of the Marylebone campus. It has security entry and also has a reception that is open 24 hours a day. Each floor holds two clusters of six flats and each room as a bed, desk, wardrobe and cupboard space. Each room also has ensuite facilities.

Baker Street Station

Madame Tussauds

• Bakerloo line • Circle and Hammersmith & City line • Jubilee line • Metropolitan line

Marylebone Road

University of Westminster

Sports There are no sports facilities at the Marylebone campus, due to its central London location. However, the programme does make the most of Regent’s Park, located nearby.

Baker Street

Plenty of opportunity to have a game of football or frisbee in Regent’s Park.

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Oxford

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Excursions from

London Oxford

Our programmes are not confined to the classroom but include adventures to sites of cities of interest. The explorer programme offers one full day excursion per week as well as several visits to London in both the afternoon and evening.

Brighton

The Explorer programme offers one full day excursion per week.

Sample day trip itinerary A full-day London to Brighton excursion can include:

Typical destinations from London:

Oxford The city of dreaming spires is always a popular destination. Established in 900 AD and a university city since 1096 AD, students can follow in the footsteps of famous university alumni.

Brighton Based on the south coast, Brighton is always a popular day trip destination.

It has featured in many films and books.

Windsor This city is most famous for its castle, which is where the Queen still spends some of her time each year. It is also on the River Thames and a popular shopping town. Close by is the area of Runnymede where the Magna Carta was signed by King John I in 1215.

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07:15 Wake up and start to get ready for your full day in Brighton 07:45 Breakfast

Oxford

08:45

Excursion meeting to go over the plan for the day

09:00

Depart for Brighton

11:00 Arrive in beautiful Brighton – it’s time to explore!

11:15 Visit Brighton’s most famous building, the Royal Pavilion 13:30 Lunch on the beach 14:30

Walking tour of Brighton

15:30

Discovery time in small groups

16:45

Depart Brighton for school

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London programmes:

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EXPLORER ENGLISH

Our Explorer programme is based on a combination of English and culture, making the most of London and all the capital has to offer.

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PARENT & CHILD OPTION

We can also accept non-residential families to London during the summer.

On this course, the parent(s) attend our school in Covent Garden whilst children attend the class and/or activities of the Young Learner campus in London, just twenty-five minutes’ walk away.

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Discover English

Meet our teacher Jason Davies

This option is available for 12–17 year-olds in the spring in Oxford and for 8–11 year-olds in the summer in Ellesmere.

This is the perfect course to help young people gain skills and confidence in using the English language, whilst having lots of fun.

Improve spoken English Increase vocabulary Prepare to study in the UK or abroad Make new friends

Role: Young Learners Teacher

I love teaching the students at IH. They are enthusiastic, creative and in ternationally minded. My ch allenge is to push them and to bring out their hidden ta lents.

Training: BA Law and Politics (Keele University), Sc Sustainable Development ( Uppsala University), CELTA.

Students follow a daily programme of English language lessons in the morning, while afternoons are devoted to pursuing exciting activities with new friends.

Experience: Jason has been teaching in our Young Learner Centres since 2015. Prior to joining International House Young Learner Centres Jason taught in Latvia, Germany and has also worked for the British Council.

All students received 15 hours a week of English tuition but even when on excursions and participating in activities, students are encouraged to practise English.

During the afternoon, students can choose from a number of activities, both sportive and arts and crafts.

Sports can include tennis, football, Frisbee, table-tennis, country walks, hockey, dodgeball and cricket.

Jason

Known for: Knowing a lot of information!

Activities can include T-shirt painting, sketching, printing, drama workshops and so on.

Each week there is one half-day and one full-day excursion to a site or city of interest.

Sample timetable DAY 1

07:15 - Wake up!

09:00–10:30

Placement Testing

Lessons

10:50–12:20

Induction to Young Leaners

Lessons

07:45 - Breakfast Lessons

There is a full programme in the evenings too , from quizzes to fas hion shows to tale nt competitions .

Arrivals/ Departure day

Lessons

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13:45 - Afternoon Assem

Arts & Crafts 18:00 - Dinner Film Night

Challenges Night

Art & Crafts 19:00 - House Time International House Tournament eting

22:00–22:15 - House Me

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Full-day excursion

Break 15:30–16:00 - Afternoon

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Lessons

Lessons

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17:30 - Evening break

19:45–21:45

Lessons

Lessons

SPORTS & ACTIVITIES

Half -day excursion

16:00–17:30

Treasure Hunt & Getting to know you!

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08:45 - Morning Assem

10:30 - Morning Break

12:20 - Lunch Break 14:00–15:30

DAY 7

DAY 6

DAY 5

DAY 4

DAY 3

DAY 2

Games Night

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19:45 - Evening Assem Academic linked evening activity

Disco

23:00 - Lights Out!

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Active English

Meet our dance coach Breeze de Albuquerque

This option is available for 12–17 year-olds on the summer programme in Oxford and Ellesmere.

We are very proud of our Active English programme. This hugely popular course not only offers a high level of English language teaching, but also the chance for students to develop their skills in a wide range of activities, all coached by professionals in their field.

It is designed to help students build their English to its best possible level and is especially good for those who want to: Improve spoken English Increase vocabulary Develop exam and study skills

Role: Dance Coach

We have such fa ntastic dance facilities which give the students an opportunity to learn in a pro fessional environment.

Training: Level 4 Diploma in Ballet Teaching and an IDTA (International Dance Teacher Association) qualification in Street Dance and Freestyle

Students enjoy English lessons in the morning and activities in the afternoon, but all in English, whilst developing social and team-working skills. Qualified English language teachers deliver 15 hours of English class each week and six hours of activities in the afternoon are delivered by professional coaches.

Experience: Taught from ages 2–90 years in Oxford and London. Breeze spent 6 months in India studying Indian dance.

It doesn’t matter what level students are, they can improve on a current skill or learn a new one.

Breeze

Known for: Being able to teach dance techniques from all over the world.

Students can try just one activity or change each week.

As well as lessons and activities, students also get to explore sites and cities of interest in the UK and each week, students will have one half-day and one full-day excursion.

There is a full programme in the evenings too from quizzes to fashion shows to talent competitions.

Sample timetable

Prepare to study in the UK or abroad WEDNESDAY

SATURDAY

FRIDAY

THURSDAY

07:45 - Breakfast

07:15 - Wake up!

09:00–10:30

Placement Testing

Lessons

10:50–12:20

Induction to Young Learners

Lessons

Lessons

ctivity Enjoy one a ach or change e week.

Arrivals/ Departure day

16:00–17:30

19:45–21:45

Lessons

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13:45 - Afternoon Assem

Half -day excursion

Sports and Activities 18:00 - Dinner Film Night

Challenges Night

Sports and Activities

Sports and Activities

19:00 - House Time International House Tournament eting

22:00–22:15 - House Me

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Lessons

Lessons

Full-day excursion

Break 15:30–16:00 - Afternoon

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Lessons

Lessons

ACTIVE ENGLISH!

17:30 - Evening break Treasure Hunt & Getting to know you!

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08:45 - Morning Assem

10:30 - Morning Break

12:20 - Lunch Break 14:00–15:30

TUESDAY

MONDAY

SUNDAY

Games Night

Certificate Ceremony bly

19:45 - Evening Assem Academic linked evening activity

Disco

23:00 - Lights Out!

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Art & Design

Topics include glass painting, jewellery making, drawing, block printing, pottery painting and researching different artists and styles. Visits to local art galleries are also arranged.

Basketball

Students focus on techniques such as dribbling, ball handling, and different types of shooting. Students apply what they have learned to a competitive game at the end of each session.

Dance

After coaching in different styles (including Capoeira, Jazz, Street, Bollywood and Salsa), they will create their own dances, producing solo, partner and group work.

Drama

Students focus on a variety of skills, including body language, facial expressions and set design. They work towards a final performance that will be shown at the end of course show.

Football

Participants are divided into levels according to their ability and coached in technique and tactics. Each session ends with a tournament where students practise what they have learned.

Golf

Students will be coached in techniques such as golf swings, fitness and diet. Each session will end with students taking part in a round of golf on the centre’s own golf course.

Photography

Techniques covered include composition, lighting and indoor and outdoor photography. Students build up a portfolio of images to take home at the end of the course.

Swimming

Students will learn new skills and techniques while focusing on safety awareness and water confidence.

Tennis

Sessions are designed to improve all aspects of the student’s game, including footwork patterns and racquet technique. They will then show off what they have learned in a match at the end of each session.

Horse riding*

Includes horse trekking through spectacular scenery, a fast hack, flat work and jumping. Stable management and maintenance are also covered.

IH Ellesmere

IH Oxford

Active English options:

*Additional charge per week

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English Plus

Meet our Director of Studies Ashley Louise Brown

This option is available for 12–17 year-olds on the summer programme in Oxford and Ellesmere.

It is designed to help students build their English to its best possible level and is especially good for those who want to: Improve spoken English Increase vocabulary Develop exam and study skills Prepare to study in the UK or abroad

Role: Director of Studies

Our courses b ring students of many diffe rent nationalities together, making this not only a linguistic e xperience but also a cu ltural one.

Ashley

Training: BA Cultural Mediation (University of Bologna, Italy) Msc in Translation and Conference Interpreting (Heriot Watt University), CELTA, DELTA. Fluent Italian, Spanish, French. Working knowledge of Portuguese and German.

The course includes 21 hours of tuition per week.

Unlike other Young Learners programmes, there are English language lessons in the morning and in the afternoon. They are designed to give students a chance to improve their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.

Experience: As well as being a DoS, Ashley has worked as a Young Learner teacher with International House, teaching all levels. She has also been a University lecturer for courses in English language as well as a Cambridge speaking examiner.

Classes are lively, interactive and fun. Students are encouraged to speak English at all times and really benefit from using the language with others their own age in different social situations.

Students will also enjoy some activities each afternoon, aimed at using English through fun and teamwork: the English Plus programme proves that it is possible to work hard and still have fun!

Known for: Speaking lots of languages (eight, in fact!)

As well as classes and activities, students enjoy one half-day and one full-day excursion per week to a site or city of interest.

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Sample timetable

But it is not all hard work – students also take part in sports and arts and crafts activities. They also take part in lots of social activities in the evenings, such as fashion shows, quizzes, talent competitions and so on.

WEDNESDAY

SATURDAY

FRIDAY

THURSDAY

07:45 - Breakfast

07:15 - Wake up!

09:00–10:30

Placement Testing

Lessons

10:50–12:20

Induction to Young Learners

Lessons

Lessons

Arrivals/ Departure day

16:00–17:30

19:45–21:45

Lessons

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13:45 - Afternoon Assem

Half -day excursion

Sports and Activities 18:00 - Dinner Film Night

Challenges Night

Sports and Activities

Sports and Activities

19:00 - House Time International House Tournament eting

22:00–22:15 - House Me

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Lessons

Lessons

Full-day excursion

Break 15:30–16:00 - Afternoon

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Lessons

Lessons

ENGLISH PLUS!

17:30 - Evening break Treasure Hunt & Getting to know you!

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08:45 - Morning Assem

10:30 - Morning Break

12:20 - Lunch Break 14:00–15:30

TUESDAY

MONDAY

SUNDAY

Games Night

Certificate Ceremony bly

19:45 - Evening Assem Academic linked evening activity

Disco

23:00 - Lights Out!

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English Explorer

Meet our leader Cian Hynes

Exclusive to London!

Role: Activity Leader

This option is available for 14–17 year-olds at our Marylebone centre.

This is the perfect course to help young people gain skills and confidence in using the English language, whilst having lots of fun, learning about all the history and culture that London has to offer.

Improve spoken English Increase vocabulary Prepare to study in the UK or abroad Make new friends Explore of the most famous cities in the world!

Students follow a daily programme of English language lessons in the morning, while afternoons are devoted to pursuing cultural activities with new friends.

All students receive 15 hours a week of English tuition.

However, even during the afternoon activities, students are encouraged to practise English.

Cian

Known for: His love of traditional Irish sports!

Each afternoon, students can explore some part of London.

The best thing about the course is that the class curriculum is integrated into the afternoon activities, so the Sherlock Holmes Experience day is a fun day learning all about the famous fictional detective. There is also a lot to learn about the Royal Family, the history of the Government, the Beatles in London, Notting Hill and more.

Sample timetable

Each week there is one full day excursion outside of London so students can make the most of their time in the UK. There is a full programme in the evenings too, from quizzes to fashion shows to talent competitions.

My role is to de liver fun and engaging a ctivities for all our stud ents and to get everyone involved.

Training & Experience: Cian has worked with Young Learners across our centres at Oxford and Ellesmere for the past two years, he is qualified lifeguard and has high level achievements in football, racquetball and hurling.

WEDNESDAY

07:15 - Wake up!

Induction/ welcome

09:30–10:30

SUNDAY

SATURDAY

FRIDAY

THURSDAY

Y SDADAY TUE TUES

08:45 - Morning Assembly

07:45 - Breakfast Class

Class

MONDAY

Class

Class

Class

Class

10:30–10:50 - Break Class

Class

Class

10:50–12:20

12:20–14:00 - Lunch

14:00–18:00

19:45–21:45

Arrivals/ Departure day Film Night

Visit to the Preparing for London the Fashion Eye and Show Southbank

Visit to Camden

18:00 - Dinner World Quiz Challenge

19:00 - House Time

Regent’s Park

22:00–22:15 - House Meeting The timetable is a sample only, subject

The class curriculum is integrated into the afternoon activities.

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Day trip to Oxford

19:45 - Evening Assembly

Fashion Show

Bowling

British Museum and Covent Garden

Musical

International House Student Disco

Free time in residence

23:00 - Lights Out!

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Parent & child option

For families who want to study together in London, parents can spend the morning receiving English tuition at International House London in beautiful Covent Garden and children (14–17 years) can join our English Explorer programme. Parents can choose to pick up their child either after morning class or after afternoon activities. It is a twenty-minute walk between International House London and the Marylebone campus and also accessible by bus or the underground system.

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Future Leaders This course is aimed at teachers and school groups, although we also accept individual students, who form part of a world-citizen team.

This programme isn’t an English course, although the programme is run in English.

It is a programme designed to bring the best out of each participant and equip them with skills that will be useful to them in the future.

Students can choose from three project themes which they will work on before, during and after the course.

Designed to bring the best out of each participant and equip them with skills that will be useful to them in the future.

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The course runs like a conference, with students enjoying an exciting programme of guest speakers and expert lectures, as well as building team-working, problem-solving, presentation and critical thinking skills. The two-week programme culminates in a group presentation and prize-giving ceremony.

Students should be at least a B2 level of English for this course and we can offer a free online test for students who are not sure of their current level.

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Future Leaders

Meet our course coordinator

How it works

Role: Future Leaders Coordinator

For schools:

For individuals:

1 School teachers register their interest for the spring or summer course

1 Individual students register for the spring or summer course

2 Suitable schools are accepted

2 Students get a chance to network with other participants on the programme

3 Teachers find out which of their students are interested

Angharad Vernon-Hunt

Experience: Has been working on the Future Leaders programme since the introduction of the course in 2016, delivering workshops on leadership, problem solving, business management and critical thinking.

3 Students start their pre-conference project online

4 The teachers and students select a theme

4 Students participate in the course

5 Pre-course material is sent to the groups so they can plan their projects ahead of time

5 Students implement their projects in the community (optional)

We’re proud to offer such a dynamic pro gramme to inspire the le aders of the future.

Training: Has a Master of Arts in English Literature from the University of Glasgow and completed her CELTA at IH London.

Angharad

Sample timetable (Oxford)

Known for: Being super friendly

6 Students start their pre-conference project online 7 Students participate in the course

DAY 1

DAY 4

DAY 3

DAY 2

Project themes:

Induction & Programme Summary

Team Working Skills

Guest Speaker

> Ellesmere: World Leader

Guest Speaker

Free Time

12:20–13:30 Lunch

> Oxford spring: Entrepreneurship and Leadership > Oxford summer: Entrepreneurship and Leadership or Pre-University

13:30–17:30 Lessons

Arrivals day

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Sports & Activities Leadership skills

Sports & Activities Presentation Skills

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19:45

Welcome Party

Film Night

Team Challenges

Casino Night

Swimming

IH Olympics

13:30–17:30 Lessons

19:45

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Guest Speaker: Negotiating Politics

Visit to a leading business in Oxford

Talent Show

Full day e xcursion to Cambridge

Karaoke

e/lights out

22:30–23:00 Personal tim

07:45–08:45 Breakfast

09:00–12:15 Lessons

DAY 7

07:45–08:45 Breakfast

8 Students implement their projects in the community (optional) 09:00–12:15 Lessons

DAY 6

DAY 5

Full Day Workshop with Guest Speaker

Full Day Workshop with Guest Speaker

Film Night

Evening activities are mixed

Presentation

Full day e xcursion to London and Houses of Parliament

Preparation of Final Projects

Preparation of Final Projects

12:20–13:30 Lunch Debating Skills, Sports & Activities

Debating Competition

Team Challenges

Swimming

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Make yourself at home After an action-packed day and the excitement of making new friends, students need a place to call their own. We know from experience how important it is that they have somewhere to relax and unwind.

Oxford and Ellesmere:

London:

> Single, twin, triple or quad rooms

> Single, ensuite study bedrooms

> Individual study desk, wardrobe and storage space

> Flats arranged in blocks of six rooms

> Comfortable student lounges with a TV in each house

> Access to a communal kitchen area

> Free healthy drinks and snacks in common areas throughout the day

> Individual desk, wardrobe, bookshelves

> Dedicated house-parent in each house

> Weekly clean of bedroom

> Separate accommodation for boys and girls > 1:5 staff to student ratio for 8–11 year-olds > 1:8 staff to student ratio for 12–17 year-olds

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> Bedlinen changed once a week > Daily clean of communal areas > Communal games rooms/lounge > Security entry into the accommodation block > 24 hour reception and security

> All bed linen changed once a week

> 1:8 staff to student ratio

> Free laundry service

> Coin operated laundry facility

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Any questions?

It is a big step for young people to take part in a residential course. However exciting, it is natural for both students and parents to worry. We’re here to answer any questions and put your mind at rest.

Year-round Young Learners

Safety?

Safety is very important to us. We have very strict staff to student ratios, adhere to UK welfare and Accreditation UK guidelines and carry out risk assessments and continually ensure the safety of the course participants.

Do students get free time?

Students are allowed free time on campus after meal times. Depending on the age of the students, there is limited free time when on excursions so that students can safely explore the city in groups.

Are staff members qualified?

All staff members are qualified in their field (teaching or professional coaching) and experienced. We ensure that all staff are recruited through a rigorous recruitment programme, and all staff members have to provide references and police checks.

How do you arrange the accommodation?

We spend a lot of time considering which students should be accommodated in which rooms. However, as a general rule, we encourage students to share with other nationalities so they can make new friends and practise English.

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We accept closed groups of young learners at our London school, in Covent Garden, throughout the year. Students are taught in their own group, have dedicated break times in the cafeteria and enjoy an exciting cultural programme during their stay. Students are usually accompanied by their class teacher or a group leader.

> Accommodation: homestay or residence > Classes: at International House London, in beautiful Covent Garden > English level: closed groups should all be a similar English level > Course length: Minimum one week

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Sample timetable – it all depends on what you wa SUNDAY

09:30–12:45

Arrivals/ Departure day

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Induction/ Welcome

Class

Class

Class

Class

Class

Class

Break Class

Class

Free time

Free time

Walking Tour of London

Free Time

Trip to the London Eye

Musical

Free time in residence

Day trip to Oxford

Evening meal

17:30–19:30 19:30–21:30

Class

Lunch in Covent Garden

12:45–14:00 12:20–14:00

SATURDAY

Free time in residence The timetable is a sample only, subject

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Free time in residence

Free time in residence

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Discover a new world of fun, friendship and opportunity with the English language.

Start the journey today.

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China

20%*

Italy

12%

France

11%

Russia

10%

Germany

8%

Spain

7%

Portugal

6%

Japan

5%

Mexico

4%

Poland

4%

Brazil

3%

Kazakhstan

2%

Argentina

2%

Switzerland

2%

Saudi Arabia

2%

Georgia

1%

Philippines

1%

Course information, accommodation and content is subject to alteration at short notice. In these circumstances we will attempt to provide a suitable alternative. For full terms and conditions, please go to ihlondon. com. All content Š 2017 International House London.

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