For students aged 7-19
Junior Summer Courses & Family Courses Learn English and enjoy an exciting activity programme in the UK, USA or Canada
2017
Welcome to St Giles Junior & Family Summer Courses For students aged 7-19 Individual care and supervision Comprehensive and interactive English lessons ange of sports or academic English Plus options at R selected centres Educational and fun activity programmes hoice of residential programmes on university and C independent school campuses amily Courses in Brighton, London, New York or San F Francisco for parents and their children Established in 1955, St Giles International offers more than 60 years’ experience in providing excellence in English language training for people of all ages, with different needs and from all over the world. With our great choice of summer centre locations and our international reputation for excellence, you are guaranteed to receive the highest quality programme. Families and children aged 7-19 years, who want to improve their English, explore the UK, USA or Canada, have fun and make new friends from all over the world, should make St Giles their choice this summer!
UK Summer Centres are accredited by the
for the teaching of English in the UK
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YOUR JUNIOR COURSE
04 Accommodation & Welfare 05 The Social Programme 06 English Plus 07 Explorer Tour 08 Our Locations 10 UK Bournemouth (10-17 yrs) Cambridge (14-17 yrs) Canterbury (8-17 yrs) London (12-19 yrs) Nottingham (10-17 yrs) Oxford (12-17 yrs)
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USA Boston (12-17 yrs) Los Angeles (12-17 yrs) New York (12-17 yrs) Orlando (8-17 yrs) San Francisco (10-17 yrs)
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CANADA Toronto (9-17 yrs) Vancouver (10-18 yrs)
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YOUR FAMILY COURSE Brighton Family Course London Family Course New York Family Course San Francisco Family Course
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FEES, DATES & BOOKING
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Your Junior Course We offer a package programme at our junior centres, providing quality teaching, accommodation, meals, supervision and an exciting social programme! QUALITY TEACHING Our friendly and professional teachers use communicative methods in an interactive learning environment to help you learn quickly. The lessons are designed to focus on building your communication skills and confidence in using English. Our qualified teachers bring the language to life through a vibrant and functional approach. In addition to formal language skills training, lessons include project work, fun activities, and use of modern English language teaching resources. Lessons will also include preparation for excursions and activities, to help you continue your learning outside of the classroom.
WE OFFER: • 2 0 lessons (16.7 hours) or 25 lessons (20.8 hours) each week • P rogress checks and 1:1 feedback sessions with your teacher • S mall international classes with lots of individual attention • All learning materials • E nd-of-course certificate and full report
English Plus students ForOptions
A range of exciting options to allow students to tailor their junior course.
aged 7-17
• English Plus sport options include instruction in football, tennis and fencing. • English Plus language options are designed to help students use English in a variety of different settings, e.g. exam skills and performing arts workshops. See page 7 for more information.
EACH WEEK CONSISTS OF:
50%
GENERAL ENGLISH BASED ON STUDENT NEEDS AND THEMES OF THE WEEK
20%
PROJECT WORK
For your peace of mind... All junior residential students will be covered by our insurance.
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15%
EXCURSIONS
15%
REVISION AND PROGRESS ASSESSMENT
ACCOMMODATION AND WELFARE
We want to make sure that you are able to relax and feel at home with us in a safe environment. All our junior centres offer the following: • Full-board residential accommodation • Healthy food choices, with plenty of variety • Special diets catered for • 24-hour welfare and support staff on site at all times • Lots of individual care and attention • 24-hour emergency contact number for students and parents • Insurance included for all students
“The staff are nice, the food is delicious and my room is great!” ELIZABETH, UKRAINE
We carefully select your accommodation to ensure that you are comfortable and happy during your stay. You will stay in a modern and safe residence, with a range of facilities. Our welfare and support staff are on site at all times - 24 hours a day should you need any help while you are with us.
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The Social Programme ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS
Every St Giles Summer Course is packed with activities, excursions, local visits, sports and games, all carefully designed to be both educational and fun. The programme of activities and trips is chosen to be suitable for your age and to help you make new friends, practise your English and have fun from your very first day at the centre until you leave! You can enjoy: • A n action-packed afternoon programme of sports, local visits and games • F un evening activities including quiz nights, discos, competitions and international talent shows • I n the UK, there will be a variety of trips to places that are local to each centre, including London, Oxford, Cambridge and Brighton • In the USA you can visit cities such as New York and San Francisco, as well as exciting theme parks such as Universal Studios and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter • S tudents at our centres in Canada can enjoy trips to places such as Niagara Falls, the CN Tower and Whistler
LOS ANGELES SAMPLE TIMETABLE 2017 SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
07:00
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
07:00 Wake Up 08:00 Breakfast
08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00
Arrival/ Departure or Excursion: Tour of Downtown Hollywood
12:00 13:00 14:00
Baseball & Crafts
17:00
08:30 - 12:30 Lessons
12:30 - 13:30 Lunch
12:30 - 13:30 Lunch
13:30 - 14:00 St Giles Huddle
15:00 16:00
08:30 - 12:30 Lessons
Excursion: LA Museum of Art & Beverley Hills Downtown
Personal Time
18:00
Soccer & Yoga Personal Time
Full-Day Excursion: Universal Studios Los Angeles Amusement Park & Dinner Out
13:30 - 14:00 St Giles Huddle
Swimming & Softball Personal Time Dinner
18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
19:00 20:00
Activities or Free Time
21:00
Casino Night
Chill Out Night
Karaoke Night
22:00
Celebrity Quiz Night
Half-Day Excursion: Venice Canals Tour, Dinner Out & Santa Monica Beach
22.30 Room Time 23:00 Lights Out
23:00
Please note that all schedules are subject to change and that excursions are not provided on the day of arrival or departure. Optional sports activities may include: tennis, basketball, soccer, baseball, American football, volleyball, etc. Optional arts and crafts activities may include: dance, drama, yoga, sketching, jewellery making, t-shirt art, etc. Scheduled personal time activities may include: laundry, study, contacting family, etc.
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English Plus We offer a wide range of English Plus sport and language options, which take place over 5 hours per week in the afternoons and enable you to tailor your Junior Summer Course to your specific interests and needs. LANGUAGE OPTIONS Students can personalise their course on arrival by adding one of the many English Plus language options, available at most centres in the UK, USA and Canada at no extra cost. • E nglish Plus University Studies Taster, giving students a taste of what it is like to study at a British or American University
• English Plus Performing Arts, for students who would like to explore the language of drama, theatre and dance
• E nglish Plus Language Workshops, for those who would like more practice in vocabulary and functional language
• E nglish Plus Speaking & Writing, focused on practising productive skills such as creative writing, public speaking and scriptwriting
• E nglish Plus Exam Skills, a taster course focusing on exam techniques needed for exams such as FCE, CAE, IELTS, SAT and TOEFL
Language Workshops
Exam Skills
University Studies Taster
Performing Arts
Speaking and Writing
Cambridge Canterbury London Oxford Los Angeles San Francisco Toronto The above English Plus language options are subject to minimum student numbers.
SPORT OPTIONS
Fencing
Football
Tennis
Surfing
Canterbury Nottingham Orlando San Francisco
English Plus sport options are available at select centres in the UK and USA for an additional fee per week*. These sport options have limited places and should be booked at the time of enrolment. All sporting equipment and safety materials are included. • E nglish Plus Fencing - 5 hours of fencing lessons per week from qualified instructors
• E nglish Plus Surfing - 5 hours of surfing lessons per week from experienced surf instructors
• E nglish Plus Football - 5 hours of instruction per week in football skills and techniques
• E nglish Plus Tennis - 5 hours of tennis instruction per week from Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) professionals
*Prices for English Plus sport options can be found on page 48.
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Explorer Tour
NEW FOR 2017!
St Giles is pleased to offer families and students on our summer courses the opportunity to spend a week’s holiday with us, seeing amazing sites across the North of the UK which cannot be visited on shorter day trips. Parents and children will have the opportunity to travel between London and Edinburgh, via the Lake District and York, on our new Explorer Tour, and will discover the best of England and Scotland. Our staff will guide you around must-see tourist attractions and beautiful cities, and we are pleased to be able to offer you an all-inclusive price for the full 7 days.
Loch Lomond
Edinburgh
OUR ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICE INCLUDES: ravel from central London/Heathrow to all locations on T the itinerary. Lake District
Return travel to central London/Heathrow airport. omfortable executive coach with fitted seat-belts, C reclining seats & air conditioning, available throughout the tour for all sightseeing and transfers, subject to legal restrictions on driving time.
York
nights’ 3* hotel accommodation for group participants. 7 Accommodation in twin bedded rooms with ensuite bathroom facilities. ickets for entry to various attractions such as York T Minster Cathedral, Edinburgh Castle and boat trips.
London
edicated St Giles staff to accompany the group for the D full 7 days.
DEPART FROM LONDON
THE LAKE DISTRICT
EDINBURGH
LOCH LOMOND
YORK
ARRIVE IN LONDON
KEY FACTS Accommodation in 3* hotels
Price: GBP 975 per person (based on sharing a twin room)
Full board: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included Dates of travel: 23rd to 30th July 2017
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Single Room Supplement: GBP 345 per person
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Our Locations
CENTRES
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Junior Summer Course Locations
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Family Course Locations NOTTINGHAM
CAMBRIDGE OXFORD LONDON CANTERBURY BOURNEMOUTH
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BRIGHTON
VANCOUVER
TORONTO BOSTON SAN FRANCISCO
NEW YORK
LOS ANGELES
ORLANDO
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Stansted London Heathrow Gatwick Bournmouth
Sunday 2nd July - Sunday 30th July 2017
Bournemouth at the Lansdowne Campus With nearly 12km of sandy beaches, Bournemouth offers students a true seaside experience. Situated by Bournemouth University’s Lansdowne campus, our centre is within easy walking distance of the beach and the town centre.
Bournemouth is a young and vibrant town with a relaxed atmosphere. Its location on the south coast makes it easy to explore much of the UK. Students will enjoy excursions to some famous cities, including London, Oxford and Bath. The town centre campus offers excellent, modern facilities. Students stay in high quality, single ensuite bedrooms in our safe and secure residence, where St Giles staff are always around to supervise.
• Experience life in a typical English coastal town • Central campus with ensuite bedrooms • Exciting social programme including trips to Oxford and Bath and regular trips to London.
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
Travel Times:
10 to 13 years & 14 to 17 years
1:20
Gatwick Airport 120 minutes
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs per week)
1:15
Heathrow Airport – 120 minutes
Capacity: 60 students Class Size: 15 students per class
Accommodation: Residential • single ensuite rooms
London – 120 minutes 2 full-day and 3 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • Many beach afternoons • London and Madame Tussauds • Bath, the Roman spa town • Oxford • Thorpe Park
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Cambridge
Stansted London Heathrow Gatwick
Sunday 2nd July - Sunday 6th August 2017
Cambridge
at the University of Cambridge Founded in 1596, Sidney Sussex is a college of the University of Cambridge and is located in the very heart of this traditional English city.
This campus offers ambitious learners the opportunity to experience living and learning at this international centre of excellence. With on-site accommodation of an excellent standard, a historic formal dining hall – considered one of the finest at the university – and sculptured lawns, this centre offers the classic Cambridge university experience. We offer students an intensive course at this centre with 25 lessons per week and a maximum class size of 12. This is a small centre perfect for mature young learners looking to maximise their progress.
• Intensive programme for ambitious and focused learners • Live and learn at one of the world’s leading universities • Located in the heart of the city
Exam Skills
University Studies Taster
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
Travel Times:
14 to 17 years
1:20
London – 60 minutes
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
Heathrow Airport - 90 minutes
25 lessons (20.8 hrs) per week
1:15
Capacity: 50 students
Accommodation: Residential • single rooms • shared bathrooms (1:4)
Class Size:
2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • Cambridge colleges • London • Oxford • Punting on the river
12 students per class St Giles Juniors is a Summer School which contracts Sidney Sussex College for the use of its facilities, but which otherwise has no other connection or association with the University of Cambridge or its Colleges.
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Stansted London Heathrow Gatwick
Canterbury
Sunday 9th July - Sunday 6th August 2017
Canterbury at the King’s School The King’s School has a history dating back to 597AD making it Britain’s oldest boarding school. The school is set in the beautiful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine’s Abbey – both World Heritage Sites – in the centre of Canterbury.
Modern accommodation, teaching and recreational facilities combined with the medieval school buildings and grounds offer students a magical experience. Sporting facilities on offer at the nearby King’s School sports centre include an indoor swimming pool, gym, outdoor playing fields, tennis courts and fencing hall. This centre is suited to students aged eight or above, as it is based on a safe and secure campus with high levels of care and supervision for younger learners.
• Learn in the grounds of Canterbury Cathedral • Safe and secure campus • Excellent sporting and leisure facilities
Tennis
Fencing
Performing Arts
Speaking and Writing
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
Travel Times:
8 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years
1:15
London – 90 minutes
Excursion Staff Ratio:
Gatwick Airport - 70 minutes
Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 150 students
1:12 Accommodation: Residential • single rooms or • shared rooms (2, 3 and 4) • shared bathrooms (1:4)
2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • Brighton • Hastings • London
Class Size: 12 students per class
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Stansted King's Cross St Pancras station London Heathrow Gatwick
Sunday 25th June - 6th August 2017
London
at UCL & University of Westminster Our centre is based at University College London (UCL) and the University of Westminster, both ideally located in the heart of the capital and perfect for more independent learners.
With the Westminster classrooms just a short walk away from our UCL residence in fashionable Fitzrovia, this junior centre offers the best of all worlds. It is the ideal place for students looking for the London university experience in a supervised yet independent environment. The campus offers excellent learning and recreational facilities combined with an exciting activity programme, allowing students to experience everything London has to offer. Excursions include visits to some of the city’s top attractions such as the London Eye and the Tower of London.
• Experience the student lifestyle at central London universities • Enjoy excursions to famous London sights • Excellent learning and recreational facilities
Language Workshop
Speaking and Writing
Performing Arts
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
12 to 15 years & 16 to 19 years
1:20
Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 150 students
Excursion Staff Ratio:
Travel Times: Heathrow Airport - 40 minutes Gatwick Airport - 60 minutes
1:15 Accommodation: Residential • single • shared bathrooms (1:6)
2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • London Eye • Thames River Cruise • Tower of London
Class Size: 15 students per class
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Nottingham East Midlands Birmingham
Stansted London Heathrow Gatwick
Sunday 25th June - Sunday 3oth July 2017
Nottingham
at the University of Nottingham The historic home of Robin Hood, Nottingham is ideally located to experience the UK with trips to Manchester, York and Cambridge. Our centre is based at the University of Nottingham – ranked in the UK’s Top 30 and the World’s Top 100 universities.
Nottingham offers younger learners a safe and secure stay with teaching and accommodation all close together on a beautiful self-contained campus set in 330 acres of sculptured parkland. The campus offers great sporting facilities just a few minutes’ walk from the accommodation, including tennis courts, an indoor swimming pool, and playing fields. High levels of supervision, care and attention make this an ideal campus for younger learners or those going abroad for the first time.
• Safe, secure and self-contained campus ideal for younger learners • Warm and friendly atmosphere with lots of personal attention • Excellent sporting facilities include sports pitches, a swimming pool and tennis courts
Football
Tennis
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
10 to 13 years & 14 to 17 years
1:20
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
1:15
Capacity: 170 students Class Size: 15 students per class
Accommodation: Residential • single rooms or • twin rooms • Shared bathrooms (1:5)
Travel Times: London – 150 minutes Heathrow Airport - 120 minutes East Midlands Airport 20 minutes
2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • London • Manchester • Cambridge
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Oxford
Stansted London Heathrow Gatwick
Sunday 25th June - Sunday 13th August 2017
Oxford
at Oxford Brookes University Our centre is based on the beautiful, green and modern campus of Oxford Brookes University. This campus is close to the historic centre of Oxford, home to the prestigious colleges of one of the world’s most famous universities.
The St Giles Oxford junior centre is based at one of the UK’s most modern campuses, offering high standards of accommodation, leisure and teaching facilities. This is a safe and secure campus, with plenty of green outdoor space to relax and enjoy our exciting social programme. The classrooms, student houses and leisure/dining facilities are all within walking distance of each other, and are located just a 30-minute walk from the centre of Oxford.
• Within walking distance of the heart of Oxford • Set in beautiful parkland, with modern teaching and leisure facilities • Afternoon trips to many of Oxford’s famous colleges
Exam Skills
Performing Arts
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
12 to 17 years
1:20
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
1:15
Capacity: 150 students Class Size:
Travel Times: Oxford - 30 minutes’ walk London - 90 minutes Heathrow Airport - 50 minutes
Accommodation:
2 full-day and 3 half-day excursions per week
Residential • single rooms - ensuite • single rooms - shared bathrooms (1:3)
Excursions include: • Oxford colleges • London • Cambridge
15 students per class
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Boston
New York Newark La Guardia
JFK
Sunday 2nd July - Sunday 30th July 2017
Boston
at Suffolk University Our centre is based at Suffolk University, whose campus is right in the heart of the historic city of Boston. It’s the ideal location for exploring the city and the surrounding area.
Boston is a city with a rich heritage, and our centre gives students the chance to experience it for themselves. Although just minutes from important historical sites like Faneuil Hall, the university itself is extremely modern, with high-quality classrooms and bedrooms. Offering a great range of local excursions, this centre is ideal for students who want a taste of American city life.
• Stay in the heart of Boston’s historic downtown area • Visit Harvard and see life at an Ivy League university for yourself • Exciting social programme, including a visit to the Salem Witch Museum, a trip to Cape Cod and whale watching
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
12 to 17 years
1:20
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs per week)
1:15
Capacity: 60 students Class Size: 15 students per class
Accommodation: Residential • twin rooms • shared bathrooms (1:4)
Travel Times: Boston Logan Airport 20 minutes Downtown Boston – 5 minutes Harvard – 15 minutes
2 full-day and 3 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • Harvard • The Boston Freedom Trail • Faneuil Hall • The Salem Witch Museum • Cape Cod and whale watching • Fenway Park
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Includes unmissable trips to Disneyland and Universal Studios! Los Angeles International LAX Los Angeles
Sunday 25th June - Sunday 6th August 2017
Los Angeles
at California State University, Northridge Located on the sunny West Coast, in one of the world’s most famous cities, our centre offers the perfect location for exploring California’s beaches as well as all the attractions of the city of LA.
Students will enjoy the comforts of a modern campus, situated towards the north of the city. There are fantastic sports facilities on site, and the campus is within easy reach of beaches and the city’s main attractions. Students enjoy full-day, all-inclusive excursions to iconic theme parks every week, as well as a range of other exciting day trips and activities such as beach visits, shopping and volleyball.
• Visit the ‘Golden State’ of California, and stay in one of the most exciting cities in the world • Safe, secure campus • Fantastic social programme including full day trips to LA’s best theme parks
Speaking and Writing
University Studies Taster
Performing Arts
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
12 to 17 years
1:15
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs per week)
1:15
Capacity: 80 students Class Size: 15 students per class
Accommodation: Residential • twin rooms • shared bathrooms (1:2)
Travel Times: Hollywood - 30 minutes Los Angeles International (LAX) Airport – 60 minutes Santa Monica Beach – 30 minutes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • Disneyland Resort • Hollywood • Santa Monica Beach • Six Flags Magic Mountain • Universal Studios
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New York Newark JFK La Guardia
Sunday 25th June - Sunday 13th August 2017
New York
at the City College of New York Founded in 1847, the City College of New York (CCNY) is the oldest college of the City University of New York. Its 35-acre campus is located in the neighbourhood of Hamilton Heights, a historic, cultural part of northern Manhattan named after a Founding Father of the United States.
CCNY offers a safe, green and attractive campus, with a mix of old Gothic architecture and modern facilities. Students stay in apartment-style bedrooms in a comfortable residence just a short walk from the classrooms. Close to the main attractions of New York, this centre is ideal for those looking for a real city experience. As part of our lively and varied social programme, St Giles staff will accompany students on the famous subway to travel around the city like true New Yorkers.
• Large, safe and attractive campus • Live and learn in vibrant Manhattan • Ideal for independent learners who want to see all the city has to offer.
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
12 to 17 years
1:20
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs per week)
1:12
Capacity: 125 students Class Size: 15 students per class
Accommodation: Residential • single rooms with shared bathrooms (1:2) • twin rooms with shared bathrooms (1:4)
Travel Times: Newark Airport - 35 minutes JFK Airport – 60 minutes La Guardia Airport – 30 minutes 2 full-day and 4 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • Six Flags Amusement Park • Yale & New Haven • Museum of Natural History • Empire State Building • Philadelphia
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Tampa
Orlando International Orlando
Sunday 18th June - Sunday 23rd July 2017
Orlando
at the Florida Institute of Technology Located on the East Coast of Florida at the Florida Institute of Technology, our centre offers the perfect location for exploring beautiful beaches and the world-famous attractions of Orlando.
The Florida Institute of Technology offers a wonderfully modern campus where students can enjoy sports and recreational facilities in the Florida sunshine. The attractions of Orlando Walt Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure - are only 60 minutes away. Students enjoy full-day excursions to these fantastic theme parks every week. Our students will also have the opportunity to visit some of the world’s best beaches each week.
• Live and learn in America’s ‘Sunshine State’ • Safe campus, with high levels of personal attention • Exciting social programme including tickets to Florida’s best theme parks
Surfing
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
8 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years
1:15
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
1:12
Capacity: 75 students Class Size: 15 students per class
Accommodation: Residential • single rooms • shared bathrooms (1:2)
Travel Times: Tampa Airport - 150 minutes Orlando Airport - 60 minutes Orlando Downtown - 70 minutes 3 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • Universal Studios Orlando • Wizarding World of Harry Potter • Walt Disney World Orlando • Adventure Island Water Park
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San Francisco San Francisco International
Sunday 2nd July - Sunday 6th August 2017
San Francisco
at California State University, East Bay The California State East Bay campus is located in the scenic Hayward Hills with spectacular views over San Francisco Bay, and only 40 minutes from the centre of the city.
The campus offers high quality teaching and leisure facilities such as modern classrooms with digital projectors and plenty of outdoor space to relax and enjoy the social programme.
• Modern centre with excellent facilities and accommodation
Accommodation is in a modern residence with twin rooms and communal areas. On-site food courts and shops complete the university experience!
• Safe, compact campus with high levels of personal attention
This is a relaxed, fun and caring young learner experience, on a self-contained campus offering excellent levels of supervision. Outside of the classroom, students can enjoy fantastic trips and activities in and around the beautiful Bay area.
• Study in East Bay, with easy access to the city
Language Workshop
Exam Skills
Performing Arts
Tennis
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
10 to 13 years & 14 to 17 years
1:20
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
1:15
Capacity: 150 students Class Size: 15 students per class
Accommodation: Residential • twin rooms • shared bathrooms (1:4)
Travel Times: San Francisco – 40 minutes San Francisco Airport - 30 minutes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • The Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39 • Exploring Chinatown • Alcatraz • Trips on the famous San Francisco tram
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Enjoy a multi-city r students CFo anadian aged 7-17 experience! Why not spend two weeks in Toronto and two weeks in Vancouver this summer?
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Toronto Pearson International Airport Toronto
Sunday 2nd July - Sunday 30th July 2017
This course includes the helicopter ride ents r studover ofFo a lifetime Niagara Falls!*
Toronto
aged 7-17
at St Andrew’s College St. Andrew’s College is a leading Canadian independent school, with over a century of history and tradition. The school’s 100-acre campus offers a beautiful setting for an unforgettable summer experience, combining historic architecture with modern teaching facilities.
The campus is safe and self-contained and features fantastic on-site sports facilities including a 25m indoor swimming pool, arts centre, gym and large playing fields for outdoor sports. The attractions of Toronto are all within easy reach for students to enjoy, including the iconic CN Tower. All students will also be able to experience the breathtaking beauty of Niagara Falls close-up, with a helicopter ride over the world famous waterfall.
• Experience Canadian college life on a magnificent 100-acre campus • Excellent sporting and leisure facilities • Attractions of Toronto within easy reach of the school
Language Workshop
Performing Arts
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
9 to 13 years & 14 to 17 years
1:20
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
1:12
Capacity: 75 students Class Size: 15 students per class *on specific dates and only available once per student
Accommodation: Residential • twin and shared rooms • shared bathrooms (1:8)
Travel Times: Toronto – 40 minutes Toronto Pearson Airport 30 minutes 2 full-day and 3 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: • Day trip with helicopter ride over Niagara Falls • CN Tower • Casa Loma • Canada’s Wonderland
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Vancouver Vancouver International
Sunday 2nd July - Sunday 23rd July 2017
This course includes a Sea Plane ride udents For st across Vancouver Harbour!*
Vancouver
aged 7-17
at University of British Columbia Founded in 1908, the University of British Columbia (UBC) enjoys a global reputation for academic excellence ranking 2nd in Canada and 40th worldwide. Nestled in acres of beautiful gardens, with a regional park next door and the Pacific Ocean within walking distance, UBC is a beautiful setting for a summer programme.
UBC offers students a modern university experience with on-site residential accommodation of an extremely high standard. The campus also boasts fantastic sporting facilities, the Vancouver Museum of Anthropology, an award winning Arts Centre, and the beautiful Botanical Gardens. All of this is only 15 minutes away from the city. Our programme offers students the chance to experience the best of Vancouver and British Columbia. During their stay, all students will enjoy 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week.
• Experience Canadian university life on a campus famous for its facilities • Within easy reach of downtown Vancouver • Exciting activity programme including visits to Grouse Mountain, the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Whistler
KEY FACTS Ages:
General Staff Ratio:
10 to 13 years & 14 to 18 years
1:20
Lessons:
Excursion Staff Ratio:
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
1:12
Capacity: 60 students
Accommodation: Residential • single and twin rooms • shared bathrooms (1:8)
Class Size: 15 students per class St Giles Juniors is a Summer School which contracts the University of British Columbia for the use of its facilities, but which otherwise has no other connection or association with the university. Main photo taken by Martin Dee, UBC. *Available on specific dates and only available once per student.
Travel Times: Vancouver – 15 minutes Vancouver Airport - 20 minutes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: •S ea plane ride over Vancouver Harbour • Stanley Park and the Vancouver Aquarium • Whistler • Cultus Lake Water Park
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Your Family Course For parents and children aged 7-15 This fantastic summer course offers families the chance to visit the UK or USA together and combine quality language learning with a fun activity programme in Brighton, London, New York or San Francisco. SOCIAL PROGRAMME
QUALITY TEACHING All our teachers are qualified, native level English speakers, and many have years of teaching experience. During the course, interactive lessons take place each morning in fully equipped classrooms. Parents study English at one of our year-round adult schools – St Giles Brighton, St Giles London Central, St Giles New York City or St Giles San Francisco – whilst children have lessons in modern classrooms nearby. We offer:
The rest of the week can be spent enjoying free time together and exploring the exciting cities of Brighton, London, New York or San Francisco! ACCOMMODATION & MEALS
• 20 English lessons (16.7 hours) each week • P rogress checks and 1:1 feedback sessions with your teacher • S mall international classes with lots of individual attention • End-of-course report
After morning lessons, the whole family can enjoy three afternoon activities per week together, plus a weekly full-day excursion, along with other families. Activities can include sports in the park, guided walks and visits to local attractions and museums.
Our flexible programmes allow families to choose between homestay accommodation, apartments or hotels. The full package price includes homestay accommodation in twin rooms, with breakfast every day and light lunches on weekdays. These homestays are typically located 45-60 minutes away from the school. For families looking for a more independent option, we are happy to help arrange alternative accommodation in apartments or hotels. Please see page 48 for package options and prices.
NEW YORK SAMPLE TIMETABLE SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
8.45 am Parents drop children off at their classrooms 9 am - 1 pm Lessons Arrivals Free Time for Families
1 pm - 1.45 pm Lunch provided by St Giles
Free Afternoon
Boat Trip to Ellis Island Historic Tour
St Giles Water Olympics in Central Park
Tall Ships New York Harbour Sail
Free Afternoon
Excursion: Runaway Rapids Family Water Park
Free Evenings
Please note that all schedules are subject to change. Free evening and afternoon time is for families to organise their own time and activities. Please note that some activities and excursions will require families to travel on public transport and families are advised to purchase a travel pass for this purpose.
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Heathrow Gatwick Brighton
Sunday 25th June - Sunday 20th August 2017
Brighton Family Course The St Giles Family Course in Brighton offers families the chance to visit the UK and study together during the summer in a fantastic seaside location. Brighton is a friendly, young city located on the UK’s south coast, often called “London-by-thesea”. This city offers something for every member of the family, from boutique shops and a lively theatre scene, to its beautiful beach and pier.
On this programme, parents will study English in the mornings at our year-round adult school, St Giles Brighton, whilst children have lessons in modern classrooms just a few minutes’ walk away in the Jubilee Library. Both centres are located in central Brighton near the Royal Pavilion, the Palace Pier and the seafront. Activities during this course can include boat trips, guided sightseeing walks, bowling and sporting activities. There will also be a weekly full-day excursion for you to enjoy, including a trip to London every two weeks.
• Located in the heart of one of Britain’s largest seaside cities • Parents & children study in modern classrooms just a few minutes apart • 3 afternoon activities & 1 full-day excursion per week, plus lots of free time to enjoy with the family
KEY FACTS
Lessons:
Class Size: 12 students per class for adults 15 students per class for children
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
General Staff Ratio:
Ages: 7 to 15 years
1:15 Capacity: 55 children
Accommodation: Homestay, hotel or self catering apartments 1 full-day excursion and 3 afternoon activities per week Excursions include: • London • Hastings • Chichester • Eastbourne
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London Heathrow Gatwick
Sunday 18th June - Sunday 20th August 2017
London Family Course The St Giles Family Course in London offers families the chance to visit the UK and study together during the summer in one of the world’s greatest capital cities. London is an exciting city with a fascinating history and a diverse cultural scene. The capital offers some of the world’s best sights and attractions, including the historic Tower of London, the beautiful Houses of Parliament and the London Eye.
On this programme, parents will study English in the mornings at our year-round adult school, St Giles London Central, whilst children have lessons in classrooms just across the road in Russell Square. Both centres are located right in the heart of the city, ideal for families who want to enjoy all that London has to offer.
• Excellent central London location close to world famous sights and attractions
Activities during this course can include river boat cruises, guided sightseeing walks, museum and palace visits, and sporting activities. There will also be a weekly full-day excursion for you to enjoy. Possible day trips may include Cambridge, Oxford or Canterbury.
• 3 afternoon activities & 1 full-day excursion per week to experience all that the capital has to offer
• Parents & children study in modern classrooms in Russell Square and are just a few minutes apart
KEY FACTS Ages:
Lessons:
Class Size: 12 students per class for adults 15 students per class for children
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
General Staff Ratio:
7 to 15 years
1:15 Capacity: 60 children
Accommodation: Homestay, hotel or self catering apartments 1-full-day excursion and 3 afternoon activities per week Excursions include: • Brighton • Windsor • Cambridge • Oxford
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NEW COURSE FOR 2017!
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New York Newark JFK La Guardia
Sunday 2nd July - Sunday 6th August 2017
New York Family Course The St Giles Family Course in New York offers families the chance to study together in one of the world’s most exciting and iconic cities. New York is a city that needs no introduction. “The City That Never Sleeps” offers something for everyone, from the excitement of Times Square to the open green spaces of Central Park. With culture, history, fantastic shopping and more, every member of the family will enjoy their stay here.
On this programme, parents will study English at our year-round adult school on Fifth Avenue, with children’s classes just a few minutes’ walk away. Our location, right in the heart of Manhattan, means you won’t have to go far to see many of the city’s main attractions, including the Empire State Building and Macy’s famous department store. Activities during this course can include guided sightseeing walks, museum trips and sports in Central Park. There will also be a weekly full-day excursion for you to enjoy, including trips to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.
• Fantastic central Manhattan location close to famous sights • Parents & children study in modern, well-equipped classrooms just a few minutes apart • 3 afternoon activities & 1 full-day excursion per week, plus lots of free time to explore the city
KEY FACTS Ages:
Lessons:
Class Size: 12 students per class for adults 15 students per class for children
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
General Staff Ratio:
7 to 15 years
1:15 Capacity: 45 children
Accommodation: Homestay, hotel or self catering apartments 1 full-day excursion and 3 afternoon activities per week Excursions include: • Empire State Building • Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty • Baseball Stadium Tour • Sports in Central Park
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San Francisco San Francisco International
Sunday 25th June - Sunday 30th July 2017
San Francisco Family Course The St Giles Family Course in San Francisco offers families the chance to visit California and study together during the summer in one of the USA’s most vibrant and international cities. San Francisco offers a warm Californian welcome to everyone who visits. There are many attractions to enjoy, from Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge, to Fisherman’s Wharf and the famous cable cars. The city is also surrounded by spectacular natural beauty, such as the Muir Woods and beautiful beaches.
On this programme, parents will study English in the mornings at our year-round adult school, St Giles San Francisco, and children will also study on-site in separate classrooms. The centre is located on Market Street in downtown San Francisco, home to some of the USA’s best shopping and dining, and just two blocks from Union Square. Activities during this course can include cruises to Alcatraz, cycle rides, guided sightseeing walks and sporting activities. There will also be a weekly full-day excursion for you to enjoy, including possible trips to Yosemite National Park or Lake Tahoe.
• Fantastic central location in downtown San Francisco • Parents & children study in one location at St Giles San Francisco • 3 afternoon activities & 1 full-day excursion per week, plus plenty of time to explore California
KEY FACTS Ages:
Lessons:
Class Size: 12 students per class for adults 15 students per class for children
20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week
General Staff Ratio:
7 to 15 years
1:15 Capacity: 45 children
Accommodation: Homestay, hotel or self catering apartments 1-full-day excursion and 3 afternoon activities per week Excursions include: • Alcatraz • Lake Tahoe • Yosemite National Park • Sausalito
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Fees, Dates and Booking
Residential Centres - UK, USA and Canada for students aged 8-19 Fees include 20 lessons (16.67 hours) per week of General English in international classes, plus a daily programme of excursions, sports and social activities in the afternoons and evenings, and residential accommodation with full board (all meals). Day-only prices do not include residential accommodation. Minimum enrolment: 2 weeks Price per week Location Dates Age Group(s) Maximum Residential Rooms Class Size Residential Day only
United Kingdom
Prices are in GBP£
Bournemouth
2 Jul-30 Jul
10-13, 14-17
15
Single en suite
830
495
Cambridge†
2 Jul-6 Aug
14-17
12
Single
1335
795
Canterbury†
Cambridge provides an intensive programme of 25 lessons (20.83 hours) per week. 9 Jul–6 Aug 8-12, 13-17 12 Single, twin, shared 995
595
Optional extras Fencing 5 hours coaching per week Tennis 5 hours coaching per week
+£155 per week +£120 per week
London†
25 Jun–6 Aug
12-15, 16-19
15
Single
965
575
Nottingham
25 Jun-30 Jul
10-13, 14-17
15
Single and twin
830
495
Oxford†
Optional extras Football 5 hours coaching per week +£85 per week Tennis 5 hours coaching per week +£100 per week 25 Jun-13 Aug 12-17 15 Single en suite
880
500
840
500
Single shared bathroom
United States of America Boston
Prices are in US$ dollars
2 Jul-30 Jul
12-17
15
1745
Twin
1045
Los Angeles†
25 Jun-6 Aug
12-17
15
Twin
1395
835
New York
25 Jun-13 Aug
12-17
15
Single and twin
1945
1155
15
Single
1685
1005
1685
1005
Orlando San Francisco†
18 Jun-23 Jul
8-12, 13-17
Optional extra
Surfing
2 Jul-6 Aug
10-13, 14-17
Optional extra
Tennis
5 hours coaching per week 15
+$300 per week
Twin
5 hours coaching per week
+$130 per week
Canada*
Prices are in CAN$ dollars
Toronto†
2 Jul–30 Jul
9-13, 14-17
15
Twin and shared
1630
975
Vancouver
2 Jul–23 Jul
10-13, 14-18
15
Single and twin
1795
995
*Note: Junior Summer Residential course students for Canada must obtain a Canadian Juniors Guardianship Certificate through our office, which processes these for you on 1 March, 1 April, 1 May, and 1 June at a cost of Can$15, or on other dates at Can$50. †Cost-free English Plus language options are offered in the afternoon at these Centres (5 hours per week), as shown on page 7, subject to minimum student numbers. | Twin = rooms with 2 single beds, Shared = rooms with 3 or 4 single beds.
Family Courses in Brighton, London, New York & San Francisco for parents and children (ages 7-15) Minimum enrolment: 1 week. Minimum family number: 1 adult and 1 child
Prices are per person per week 25 Jun-20 Aug 18 Jun-20 Aug
Course Dates (Arrivals and departures are Sunday-Sunday, as indicated). Adult beginners can start only on 25 Jun or 30 Jul. Programme options 1,2,3 are for children and adults 4,5,6 are for adults only 1
Lessons
Activities & Excursion
Lunch
Brighton
Homestay
London
2 Jul-6 Aug
25 Jun-30 Jul
New York
San Francisco
Prices are per person per week GBP£
GBP£
US$
US$
A
B
C
D
476
515
841
770
2 Day package plus
A
B
C
n/a
385
393
592
577
3 Day package only
A
B
n/a
n/a
353
361
546
531
Full package
A 20 morning lessons per week B 3 afternoon activities per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) 1 full-day excursion per week (Saturday) 4 Adult without lessons*
n/a
B
5 Adult without lessons or homestay*
n/a
6 Adult with social programme only*
n/a
C light lunches (weekdays) D h omestay accommodation in twin room, with breakfast every day†
C
D
197
229
431
374
B
C
n/a
99
99
171
171
B
n/a
n/a
67
67
125
125
*At least one adult must accompany their child to and from lessons every day, and participate in all other activities. †Families can choose homestay accommodation with breakfast and dinner every day for an extra £40/$80 per person per week. We can provide information for families who prefer accommodation in hotels or apartments. Please contact our family course booking offices in Brighton, London, New York or San Francisco for details. St Giles can arrange travel and medical insurance for you. Please visit our website for policy information, restrictions and cost.
Explorer Tour in the UK (See page 8 for full details) Locations The Lake District, Edinburgh, Loch Lomond & York
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Dates of travel
Accommodation
Price in GBP£
23 Jul-30 Jul
3* hotels, twin room, full board
975 per person
Airport Transfers Residential Summer Centres
Prices are per student per single journey. Prices are in GBP£
United Kingdom Centre Bournemouth
London
Cambridge
London
Canterbury
London
London
London
Nottingham London Oxford
Number of students travelling together
Airport/Railway terminal
London
Gatwick
1 120
2 90
3 60
Heathrow Gatwick
100
75
50
140
105
70
Heathrow
120
90
60
Gatwick
100
75
50
Heathrow
120
90
60
Gatwick
100
75
50
Heathrow
80
60
40
St Pancras Eurostar
40
30
20
Birmingham
80
60
40
East Midlands
40
30
20 40
Gatwick
80
60
Heathrow
140
105
70
Gatwick
120
90
60
Heathrow
80
60
40
United States of America
Prices are in US$
Centre
Airport
1
2
3
Boston
Boston Logan
40
30
20
Los Angeles
Los Angeles International
100
75
50
JFK
80
60
40
La Guardia
80
60
40
New York
Number of students travelling together
Newark Liberty International
100
75
50
Orlando
Orlando
120
90
60
San Francisco
San Francisco International
100
75
50
Canada
Prices are in Can$
Centre
Airport
1
2
3
Toronto
Toronto Pearson International
80
60
40
Vancouver
Vancouver International
80
60
40
Number of students travelling together
Family Courses in Brighton, London, New York & San Francisco Prices are per family per single journey (maximum 4 passengers). Brighton
London Heathrow £145
London Gatwick £90
Stansted £200
London Central
London Heathrow £130
London City Airport £130
London Gatwick £140
New York*
JFK $135
La Guardia $105
Newark Liberty International $175
San Francisco
San Francisco International $145 (Private sedan car)
San Jose $250
Stansted £140
*New York transfer prices are only valid for destinations in New York City. Waiting time (if you or your flight are delayed more than 60 minutes after scheduled arrival time): £25/US$30 per hour.
Luton £140
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ST GILES JUNIOR SUMMER COURSES & FAMILY COURSES
Please note: Courses run from Sunday to Sunday. All prices are based on arrivals and departures on Sundays. Arrival and departure on other days is only available at limited centres and is subject to availability. Non-Sunday arrival or departure will incur a supplementary charge of £100 or US/Can$200 in addition to the extra night charge, available on request. Unaccompanied Minors: Any student travelling as an Unaccompanied Minor (UM) must pay our UM fee of £50/US$100/Can$100 per single journey in addition to the transfer fees and any charges levied by the airline. All individual students under the age of 13 must travel as an Unaccompanied Minor and pay this fee. A return airport transfer is included in the package price for groups of 12 or more from selected airports. Coaches and shared vehicles may be used for peak intake dates. For individuals and small groups, the following supplements apply. Prices from other airports and/or for larger groups are available on request.
Your Next Step HOW TO BOOK
St Giles Brighton Family Course
To book your course, please visit our website at www.stgiles-international.com and download our Junior Enrolment Form 2017 or our Family Courses Enrolment Form 2017. Alternatively, you can request the enrolment forms by email or book directly on our website. The enrolment form details the payment procedure and the Terms and Conditions which all bookings are subject to. You can choose to pay by bank transfer or by credit/debit card. Any bank charges should be paid by the student.
1-3 Marlborough Place Brighton BN1 1UB UK T: +44 (0)1273 682 747 brighton@stgiles.co.uk St Giles London Family Course 154 Southampton Row London WC1B 5JX UK
ASK US A QUESTION
T: +44 (0)20 7837 0404
If you would like to ask a question about any of the centres before you book, you can either contact your local agent or our registration teams using the details below. You can also complete our online contact form or speak to us on Skype if you visit our website.
londoncentral@stgiles.co.uk
CONTACT DETAILS
T: +1 212 967 9900
St Giles Junior Summer Courses (UK, USA and Canada)
St Giles New York Family Course 330 Fifth Avenue, 8th Floor New York City, NY 10001 USA newyork@stgiles-usa.com St Giles San Francisco Family Course
1-3 Marlborough Place Brighton BN1 1UB UK
785 Market Street, Suite 300 San Francisco, CA 94103 USA
T: +44 (0)1273 573 760
T: +1 415 788 3552
juniors@stgiles.co.uk
sanfrancisco@stgiles-usa.com
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Terms and Conditions of Enrolment All courses and accommodation are offered subject to availability. St Giles reserves the right to cancel a course or make changes to course arrangements without liability if obliged to by circumstances beyond its control or due to low demand. In such cases St Giles would seek to offer alternative arrangements, dates or venues, or a full refund of fees for tuition and accommodation. St Giles reserves the right to refuse to accept a student due to overriding health and safety concerns, or in cases where we or the accommodation provider cannot make reasonable provisions to facilitate their learning needs or for their personal care. Course fees: No documentation will be issued until we receive the Course Deposit. Students will not be permitted to start the course unless full payment has been received. Cancellations & Refunds: The parent/guardian/agent must inform the Centre in writing and return the student’s Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies. Cancellation fees are charged as follows, and any balance is refunded: Residential Centre courses Cancellation received
Cancellation fees
More than 28 days before the course begins
Course Deposit: £100 (UK), US$200 (USA) or Can$200 (Canada), plus Canadian Juniors Guardianship Fee Express mail fees (all locations)
14-28 days before the course begins
80% of course fees Supplementary charges for optional activities (if applicable) Airport transfer charges Express mail fees
Less than 14 days before the course begins
No refund available
After arrival/early termination of the course
No refund available
Fees charged
Fees Refunded
7 days or more before the scheduled arrival date
Canadian Juniors Guardianship Fee Family Course Registration Fee Express mail fee (if applicable) Airport transfer charges
All other fees are refunded
Less than 7 days before the scheduled arrival date
Course Fees for 1 week Family Course Registration Fee Family Course accommodation charges for 1 week (if applicable) Express mail fee (if applicable)
All other fees are refunded
Courses and course content: Courses are offered subject to demand. We reserve the right to vary the organisation and content of courses, and the range of leisure activities, according to numbers of students or in response to circumstances beyond our control. Excursions do not take place on the day of the student’s arrival or departure. Student conduct/standard of behaviour: We reserve the right to terminate without notice the course of any students who seriously or persistently misconduct themselves in their classes or accommodation, or who fail to meet the attendance requirements of the course. There is no refund of fees to students whose courses are terminated in this way. Insurance: Deposits and fees are not transferable from person to person. Participants on St Giles courses and tours must ensure they have adequate travel and medical insurance. St Giles has arranged insurance for all junior residential students included in the package prices. See our website for further details of the policy. Family Course students can include this at an additional cost. Insurance fees (UK) are not refundable in the event of cancellation. St Giles Schools of Languages Limited (UK), St Giles Colleges Incorporated (USA) and St Giles Colleges International Language Centres Limited (Canada) accept no liability for the loss of, or damage to, any person’s property while on the premises of the school, or while engaged in leisure activities outside the campus. Responsibilities of the parent or guardian: By signing the application form, the parent or guardian: 1. g rants the student permission to participate in the full programme of class and leisure activities;
Family courses Cancellation received
Cancellation Received
Cancellation fees
More than 21 days before scheduled arrival date
Registration Fee: £70 or US$150 per family Course Deposit: £100 per person (UK) Insurance charges: (UK) Express mail fees
Less than 21 days before scheduled arrival date (including students who fail to arrive without notice)
Registration Fee: £70 or US$150 per family Tuition fees for 2 weeks (UK) Course Deposit (USA): $100 Accommodation Deposit (UK): £100 Students at all locations may also incur accommodation charges of up to 4 weeks to third-party providers (residences, apartments, hotels and homestays). Insurance charges (UK) Airport transfer charges Express mail fees
Changes to enrolments: We reserve the right to charge an administration fee of £50 (UK), US$100 (USA) or Can$100 (Canada) each time course details are changed after confirmation documents have been issued and prior to 28 days before the scheduled arrival date. This charge will not apply to course extensions.
2. a uthorises St Giles Schools of Languages Limited (UK)/St Giles Colleges Incorporated (USA)/St Giles Colleges International Language Centres Limited (Canada) to take appropriate action in the case of any medical or other emergency, and accepts responsibility for any resultant costs; 3. accepts responsibility for any wilful damage caused by the student and any resultant cost for repair or replacement. Juniors extra-cost and cost-free options: We reserve the right to cancel or to offer substitute activities on the optional activities programmes in the event of fewer than 8 students opting for any specific activity. Juniors deposits on arrival: Please note that a refundable deposit of £80 (UK), US$200 (USA) and Can$200 (Canada) is payable in cash on arrival, and will be collected from all students on the day of arrival. This deposit is to cover breakages and to cover the insurance excess payable for any medical expenses in the event that the student is ill and requires treatment. The breakages deposit will be returned to students with a deduction made for loss of keys and/or personal damage to any property of the school, or for any liability incurred by the school resulting from the individual student named on our enrolment form, or which is non-attributable to any individual student, but which can be reasonably held to be caused by students of the school (in the sole opinion of St Giles Schools of Languages Limited (UK)/St Giles Colleges Incorporated (USA)/St Giles International Language Centres Limited (Canada)).
Amendments to courses within 28 days of the scheduled arrival date are treated as cancellations and subject to our published cancellations terms. Components of courses are not transferable outside of the enrolment dates or to other people.
Promotional Photographs and Videos: St Giles or its representatives may take photographs and videos of classes or other school activities during your time with us, which may be used for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to appear in any promotional materials, please advise us at the time of booking.
Visas: It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to contact their local embassy (or other appropriate office) in good time in order to obtain any visas/entry documents required for visiting the UK, the USA, or Canada. No visa support documentation will be issued until we have received the course deposit.
The UK centres are operated by St Giles Schools of Languages Limited (UK), registered in the UK. The US centres are operated by St Giles Colleges Incorporated (USA), registered in the USA. The Canadian centres are operated by St Giles International Language Centres Limited (Canada), registered in Canada.
Visa refusal: Our office must receive the refusal letter before the course begins. Charges and Refunds are as follows:
All information is correct at the time of going to print, August 2016. E&OE
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ST GILES JUNIOR SUMMER COURSES UK Bournemouth • Cambridge • Canterbury London • Nottingham • Oxford juniors@stgiles.co.uk
USA
Boston • Los Angeles • New York Orlando • San Francisco juniors@stgiles-usa.com
CANADA Toronto • Vancouver juniors@stgiles-canada.com
ST GILES FAMILY COURSES Brighton brighton@stgiles.co.uk London londoncentral@stgiles.co.uk New York newyork@stgiles-usa.com San Francisco sanfrancisco@stgiles-usa.com
www.stgiles-international.com