Kings Summer 2015 brochure

2015 SUMMER VACATION COURSES

New for 2015 Christ Church College, Oxford Cheltenham College Concordia College, New York

A perfect summer

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2015 SUMMER VACATION COURSES

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THE PERFECT SUMMER IS A KINGS SUMMER

WELCOME The perfect summer experience

Programmes for all interests

With over 30 years experience of running summer schools for young people from all over the world, Kings has given thousands of students a summer they’ll never forget.

At Kings, our summer programmes are both structured and fun.

This way, our students are happy, enthusiastic and motivated to learn. We offer programmes for juniors, teenagers and young adults.

Our programme range includes:

To give our students the best possible experience, we make sure all our summer centres are in ideal locations, with excellent facilities and highly-motivated, well-trained staff.

We offer only the highest standards of teaching and supervision, and make sure that each child’s safety and well-being are always our top priorities.

Each year we strive to offer innovative new courses to suit our students’ interests, and exciting new locations which each bring something unique to our choice of destinations.

For 2015, we are delighted to be offering new residential programmes at a range of prestigious new locations — Christ Church College and Cheltenham College in the UK, and Concordia College, New York in the USA. We look forward to welcoming your child to Kings.

Mary Doody Director of Kings Summer

1. On-campus residential programmes for juniors (age 10 – 16) First-class school and university campuses in the UK and the US Core programme: Active English (see p.8) Fully inclusive and fully supervised for complete peace of mind

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2. Vacation Extra programmes for teenagers (age 13 – 17) Available at UK City Summer Centres Supervised but with some freedom — ideal for teenagers Available with homestay or residence 3. Vacation English programmes (average age 16 – 20) Available at US and UK City Summer Centres Compulsory lessons, optional activities and excursions Minimal supervision (but assistance always available) Available with homestay or residence 4. Specialist programmes Parent and Child, Intensive Academic, Intensive English, and Intensive Academic English.

CONTENTS Your child's perfect summer starts here 06 Overview: Residential Summer Centres 08 Overview: City Summer Centres 09 Great places to visit 10 Sports and activities 12 Specialist activities 14 A world of friendship 15

Residential Summer Centres Los Angeles (Marymount) Malibu New York Cheltenham Bath (Downside) Pangbourne London (Farringtons) Moreton Hall Oxford (Christ Church) City Summer Centres Boston Los Angeles (Hollywood) Bournemouth London Oxford (St. Josephs)

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Information Safety and security policies London sightseeing week Kings student insurance

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Accreditation Many of our UK Summer Centres are accredited by the British Council. See each location page for details.

YOUR CHILD'S PERFECT SUMMER STARTS HERE Los Angeles (Marymount)

Malibu

New York

Location

Marymount California University, Los Angeles, California

Pepperdine University, Malibu, California

Concordia College, New York (30 minutes by train from Manhattan)

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Accommodation

Residence 20 minutes away by free bus On-campus accommodation

On-campus accommodation

Courses offered

Active English

Active English

Active English

Age range

12 – 17

10 – 16

12 – 17

Start dates

24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22*, 29* July

24 June; 1, 8, 15*, 22* July

24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22*, 29* July

End date

4 August

28 July

4 August

Changeover day

Wednesday arrive/Tuesday depart

Wednesday arrive/Tuesday depart

Wednesday arrive/Tuesday depart

Moreton Hall

Oxford (Christ Church)

Boston

Location

Shropshire, on the border of England and Wales, near Manchester

Christ Church College, University of Oxford

Beautiful 60 acre campus 20 minutes from Downtown Boston

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Accommodation

On-campus accommodation

On-campus accommodation

On-campus residence or homestay

Courses offered

Parent and Child

Intensive Academic English

Vacation Course

Age range

3 – 13 (Child age)

16 – 19

16+ (15+ in a group)

Start dates

5, 12, 19, 26 July; 2, 9, 16 August

5 July

15, 22, 27 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August

End date

22 August

18 July

30 August

Changeover day

Sunday arrive/Saturday depart

Sunday arrive/Saturday depart

Sunday arrive/Sunday depart

Specialist activity options (See page 14)

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*One week bookings are only accepted on these dates

Choosing the perfect summer for your child is easy.

needs and interests. You are sure to find the perfect location for your child.

We offer a range of great locations and summer experiences, at both our Residential Summer Centres and City Summer Centres. Programmes are carefully designed for youngsters of different ages,

Our core summer programmes — Active English, Vacation English and Vacation Extra — feature English plus activities while our specialist programmes are designed for more academically-minded students.

This spread shows an overview of our summer locations and the programmes available at each.

Full details can be found on the individual locations pages (18 – 75).

Cheltenham

Bath

Pangbourne

London (Farringtons)

Cheltenham College, Gloucestershire

Downside School, near Bath

Pangbourne College, near Reading, Berkshire

Farringtons School, Chislehurst, Kent (15 kilometres to central London)

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On-campus accommodation

On-campus accommodation

On-campus accommodation

On-campus accommodation

Active English Intensive English

Active English Intensive Academic (Pre-boarding school)

Active English

Active English

Active English: 12 – 17 Intensive English: 12 – 17

Active English: 10 – 16 Intensive Academic: 12 – 16

10 – 16

10 – 16

5, 12, 19, 26* (Active English only) July

1, 8, 15, 22, 29* July; 5* August

5, 12, 19, 26 July; 2*, 9* August

5, 12 (3 weeks only), 19, 26* July

2 August

12 August

16 August

2 August

Sunday arrive/Sunday depart

Wednesday arrive/Wednesday depart

Sunday arrive/Sunday depart

Sunday arrive/Sunday depart

Filmcraft Showtime

Digital Photography Cookery Club

Adventure Activities

Fashion Week

Los Angeles (Hollywood)

Bournemouth

London (Beckenham)

Oxford (St. Josephs)

Central Hollywood, located within walking distance of many attractions

Attractive seaside town on England's south coast

London suburb, 20 minutes by train from Central London

Famous university city in Central England

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Off-campus residence or homestay

Off-campus residence or homestay

Off-campus residence or homestay

Off-campus residence or homestay

Vacation Course

Vacation Extra Vacation English

Vacation Extra Vacation English

Vacation English Intensive Academic (pre-university)

16+ (15+ in a group)

Vacation Extra: 13 – 17 Vacation English: 16+

Vacation Extra: 14 – 17 (13+ in a group) Vacation English: 16+ (14+ in a group)

Vacation English: 16+ (15+ in a group) Intensive Academic: 15 – 17

15, 22, 27 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August

15, 22, 27 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 15, 22, 27 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; August 3, 10, 17 August

15, 22, 27 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August (Vacation English) 5, 19 July (Intensive Academic)

30 August

30 August

30 August

30 August (VE) 2 August (IA)

Sunday arrive/Sunday depart

Sunday arrive/Sunday depart

Sunday arrive/Sunday depart

Sunday arrive/Sunday depart

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RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES

Typical age range: 10 – 17

Our Residential Summer Centres provide an all-inclusive campus experience. They offer superb facilities in some of the finest locations throughout the USA and UK. Your child will enjoy a perfect summer of learning, sports and activities in a safe, secure campus environment. Meals and accommodation are provided on campus, with separate residential facilities for boys and girls. There are also regular, fully supervised excursions.

Core programme:

Specialist programmes:

Active English Los Angeles (Marymount), Malibu, New York, Bath (Downside), Cheltenham, Pangbourne, Farringtons Typical age range: 10 – 17 Lesson plan: 15 hours of English per week Fully supervised programme of sports and activities on campus 2 – 3 excursions per week Full-board accommodation on campus

Parent and Child Moreton Hall Child age range: 3 – 7, 8 – 13 This unique programme allows both parent and child to enjoy an active and fun vacation while learning about life in a UK boarding school. It features separate programmes for parents and children, plus activities to participate in together.

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This fully-inclusive programme is designed specifically to improve your child’s English while also providing a wide range of sports, activities and excursions for them to enjoy with students from all over the world.

Lessons, accommodation, meals and most of the activities all take place in a safe, secure campus environment.

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Intensive Academic (Pre-boarding school) Bath (Downside) Age range: 12 – 16 This programme provides students with the opportunity to study a range of academic subjects and gain valuable experience of life in a top UK boarding school. Subjects include Maths, Science and Geography.

Intensive English Cheltenham Age range: 12 – 17 This programme is designed to help students make maximum progress in spoken English. Students prepare for the Trinity College London GESE exam in spoken English.

Intensive Academic English Oxford (Christ Church) Age range: 16 – 19 This prestigious course is designed to prepare students for the English-speaking academic world. It is aimed at learners who are contemplating taking a degree course in an English-speaking university.

CITY SUMMER CENTRES

Typical age range: 13 – 22

Our City Summer Centres in Boston, Los Angeles, Bournemouth, London and Oxford provide a range of summer programmes for teenagers and young adults in a city location.

The programmes at our City Summer Centres allow for more individual freedom, but still in a secure environment. Facilities are located both on site and off site.

Core programmes Vacation Extra Bournemouth and London Typical age range: 13 – 17 Lesson plan: 15 hours of English per week Supervised programme of sports, activities (some free-time) Weekly excursions Full-board accommodation off-site in residence or homestay

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The Vacation Extra course is aimed at teenagers who are looking for a combination of structured study and activities, and some free time. Activities and excursions are compulsory, but on Sundays and after school students are not supervised.

Accommodation and some activity venues are located off site.

Specialist programme: Vacation English Bournemouth, London and Oxford Typical age range: 16 – 22 This programme offers a combination of English lessons and optional sports and activities, plus a weekly excursion. It is aimed at older teenagers and young adults, with an average age range of 16 – 20.

Accommodation is available either in off-site residence or homestay.

Vacation Course Boston, Los Angeles (Hollywood) Typical age range: 16 – 20 This flexible, great value course is ideal for older teenagers or young adults. Only English lessons are compulsory, giving plenty of free time for a range of optional activities or excursions.

Intensive Academic (Pre-university) Oxford, St. Josephs Age range: 15 – 17.

Offered exclusively at our Oxford City Summer Centre, this programme offers a combination of general English lessons, academic subjects and IELTS preparation.

Students also have a programme of excursions. Accommodation is available in off-site residence (aged 16+) or homestay (aged 15).

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GREAT PLACES TO VISIT UK • BATH • BRIGHTON PIER • BRISTOL • CAMBRIDGE • CASTLES • CHESTER • LONDON PORTSMOUTH • CANTERBURY • SALISBURY • SHOPPING TRIPS • STONEHENGE • STRA USA • DISNEYLAND, CALIFORNIA • GETTY MUSEUM • HOLLYWOOD STAR TOURS • SANTA MONICA • DODGERS STADIUM • GRIFFITH PARK AND OBSERVATORY • BEVERLY

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At every location, there are lots of fantastic places to visit during organised excursions.

Please see the locations pages for details of specific excursions from each destination.

MANCHESTER UNITED FOOTBALL • NEW FOREST NATIONAL PARK • OXFORD • TFORD-UPON-AVON • THEME PARKS • WATERPARKS • WINCHESTER • WINDSOR HOLLYWOOD 'WALK OF FAME' • LA BEACHES • MAGIC MOUNTAIN • WATERPARKS HILLS • STATUE OF LIBERTY • CENTRAL PARK • TIMES SQUARE • YANKEE STADIUM

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SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES

DAYTIME ACTIVITIES • AEROBICS • ARCHERY • ARTS AND CRAFTS • BADMINTON • BA GO-KARTING • MINI OLYMPICS • MOUNTAIN BIKING • ROLLERBLADING • SAILING • SK TOURNAMENTS • TREASURE HUNT • VOLLEYBALL • WATER POLO • WII JUST DANCE • KARAOKE • KEEP FIT • LASER QUEST • MOVIE EVENINGS • QUIZZES • SALSA • TENNIS •

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Sports and activities vary by location, but might include some of those listed here. Please see the individual location pages for details of specific activities at each venue.

In addition, many locations run specialist activities, details of which are included on page 14.

RBECUES • BASEBALL • BASKETBALL • CANOEING • CRAZY GOLF • FOOTBALL • ATING • SPEEDBOAT RIDE • SURFING • SWIMMING • TABLE TENNIS • TEAM GAMES • EVENING ACTIVITIES • BINGO • CABARET • DRAMA • INTERNATIONAL PARTIES • DANCING • TALENT SHOWS • TEN PIN BOWLING • VIDEO EVENINGS

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SPECIALIST ACTIVITIES In addition to our standard range of activities, the excellent facilities and expert staff at our locations mean that we are able to offer a range of specialist options.

These activities are designed to broaden our students’ interests and teach them valuable skills which can be used in either an educational or recreational context. They take place during normal activity sessions, for at least four hours per week, and are available at our Cheltenham, Bath, Pangbourne and Farringtons Residential Summer Centres.

Filmcraft (Cheltenham) Students learn about film-making and can contribute to every aspect of production, including script-writing, directing, acting, camera-work, lighting and digital editing.

Showtime (Cheltenham) Students work together to plan and perform a short musical or play for performance before the whole school. Students can direct, perform, design costumes and scenery, and use sound and lighting equipment.

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Digital photography (Bath) Students learn about digital photography including the main functions of digital cameras, producing special effects and working in different environments. Students also learn how to photograph a range of subjects and produce a photo exhibition, portfolio or online gallery.

Cookery (Bath) Students learn how to cook traditional British food and international food, and make a range of dishes from start to finish.

Many skills are covered, including pastrymaking, meat and vegetable preparation, making dough and cooking pasta, rice and potatoes. Students also learn about food hygiene.

Adventure Activities (Pangbourne) A range of exciting outdoor activities including archery, quad bikes, mountain bikes, high ropes and orienteering.

All activities are fully monitored by professional staff.

Fashion Week (London Farringtons) Students will design and make innovative outfits using a variety of materials to prepare for a catwalk fashion show for the whole school. Students can also get involved with the fashion show photography, music, choreography, lighting, make-up, production, promotion and filming.

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Our Los Angeles Residential Summer Center is situated on the ocean-side campus of Marymount California University.

It enjoys a beautiful location overlooking the Pacific Ocean, approximately 1 hour from downtown LA and close to many of California’s top attractions, including LA and Hollywood, Santa Monica and Disneyland.

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San Diego

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Facilities Beautiful 26-acre campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean Swimming pool Tennis court Basketball court Lounge area Large cafeteria Table tennis and other games Computer room with internet access and wifi on campus

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RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTERS LA (MARYMOUNT)

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You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Los Angeles including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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What's included?

Active English This course is specially designed for juniors and teenagers, and offers the perfect balance of lessons, sports, activities and excursions.

15 hours of English per week Duration: 1 – 6 weeks (1 week bookings only accepted for 22, 29 July) Start dates: 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July

essons L and learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions One full-day and two half-day excursions per week (one entrance included). Full-day excursions include Disneyland, Santa Monica, Six Flags, Universal Studios, Catalina Island, Huntington Beach and San Diego Zoo. Half-day excursions include Hollywood, Beverly Hills, LA Dodgers games, Griffith Park Observatory, outlets and shopping malls and Aquarium of the Pacific

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTERS LA (MARYMOUNT)

Program available

End date: 4 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 12 – 17 Maximum class size: 15

Accommodation On-campus residence at the San Pedro Campus (20 minutes by free shuttle bus from the main campus).

The townhouse style units contain twin rooms and shared bathroom (average ratio 1:4). All units have a living room and an outside patio. Boys and girls reside in separate townhouses.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner every day (packed meal or meal vouchers on excursion days).

Vegetarian/other dietary requirements on request.

Activities Welcome party and orientation, plus full activities program, mostly on campus. 2 – 4 activities per session, including American football, arts and crafts, baseball, basketball, dance, disco, dodgeball, fashion shows, karaoke, mall visits, mini-Olympics, movie nights, quizzes, soccer, swimming, table tennis, talent shows, tennis and volleyball

Supervision

24-hour supervision by fully trained staff, including residence. Staff: student ratio is 1:10.

Internet

Email and internet access (at least three times per week).

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

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Our Malibu Residential Summer Center is situated on the campus of Pepperdine University and offers an ideal, safe environment for younger international students. It enjoys a beautiful California location at the foot of the Santa Monica Mountains with a fantastic view of the Pacific Ocean. The famous beaches of Los Angeles are a short drive away, while LA’s “must see” areas including Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica are easily accessible.

USA Malibu, Los Angeles

San Diego

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Nearest LAX Airport

Facilities Beautiful 832-acre campus overlooking Pacific Ocean Ocean-view cafeteria with indoor and outdoor seating (weekly BBQs) Fields where baseball, soccer, lacrosse and other team sports can be played Tennis courts, swimming pool, and outdoor sand volleyball courts Modern classrooms On-campus accommodation Internet access with wifi on campus

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RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTERS MALIBU

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Malibu including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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What's included?

Active English This course is specially designed for juniors and teenagers, and offers the perfect balance of lessons, sports, activities and excursions.

15 hours of English per week Duration: 1 – 6 weeks (1 week bookings only accepted for 15, 22 July) Start dates: 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22 July.

End date: 28 July Minimum level: Beginner Age range: 10 – 16 Maximum class size: 15 The Active English program is not affiliated, sponsored or endorsed by Pepperdine University.

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions One full-day and two half-day excursions per week (one entrance included). Full-day excursions include Universal Studios, Disneyland, Hurricane Harbor, Whale watching,Hollywood Star Tours, Santa Monica, Venice Beach and shopping, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Knotts Berry Farm, Outlet mall shopping.

Half-day excursions include Beverly Hills/UCLA, Universal Studios/Hollywood, Outlet mall shopping, Getty Museum/Villa, Dodgers Stadium and Griffith Park.

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTERS MALIBU

Program available

Accommodation Comfortable on-campus accommodation in twin rooms with bathrooms shared between 4 students.

Girls and boys are accommodated in different areas or on different floors.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner every day (Packed meal or meal vouchers on excursion days).

Vegetarian/other dietary requirements on request.

Activities Welcome party and orientation, plus full activities program, mostly on campus. 2 – 4 activities per session, including American football, arts and crafts, baseball, basketball, dance, disco, dodgeball, fashion shows, karaoke, mall visits, mini-Olympics, movie nights, quizzes, soccer, swimming, talent shows, tennis, volleyball and world music night.

Supervision

24-hour supervision by fully trained staff, including residence. Staff: student ratio is 1:10.

Internet

Email and internet access (at least three times per week),

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

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Our New York Residential Summer Center is located on the safe, attractive campus of Concordia College in the affluent village of Bronxville. Bronxville is green and prosperous with a real village feel yet is just 30 minutes by train from Grand Central Station and the excitement and bustle of New York City. JFK, La Guardia and Newark airports are all less than 1 hour by coach or taxi.

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Facilities On-site canteen Theater Recreation rooms Art room Dance studio Tennis courts, sports hall and basketball courts Extensive gardens Indoor swimming pool within walking distance of the campus

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RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTERS NEW YORK

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for New York including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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Active English This course is specially designed for juniors and teenagers, and offers the perfect balance of lessons, sports, activities and excursions.

15 hours of English per week Duration: 1 – 6 weeks (1 week bookings only accepted 22, 29 July) Start dates: 24 June, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions One full-day and three half-day excursions per week (one entrance included). Most excursions will be sight-seeing and discovery tours in New York.

Attractions include the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building, Broadway, Bloomingdales and the Yankee Stadium.

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTERS NEW YORK

Program available

Accommodation

End date: 4 August Minimum level: Beginner Age range: 12 – 17 Maximum class size: 15

On-campus residential accommodation in comfortable twin rooms with modern shared bathrooms. Girls and boys are in separate accommodation blocks or on separate floors.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner every day (Packed meal or meal vouchers on excursion days).

Vegetarian/other dietary requirements on request.

Activities Welcome party and orientation, plus full activities program, mostly on campus. 2 – 3 activities per session, including American football, arts and crafts, basketball, baseball, bingo, casino night, dance, disco, dodgeball, fashion show, games night, karaoke, mall visits, mini-Olympics, movie night, quiz nights, soccer, swimming, table tennis, talent show, tennis and volleyball.

Supervision

24-hour supervision by fully trained staff, including residence. Staff: student ratio is 1:10.

Internet

Email and internet access (at least three times per week).

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

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Our Cheltenham Residential Summer Centre is based at Cheltenham College, in Gloucestershire. This famous English boarding school is one of the most prestigious coeducational public schools in the country. The College occupies beautiful buildings in extensive grounds, ideally situated just a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Cheltenham, and about 1 hour from Bath, Bristol and Oxford.

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Facilities Acres of sports fields for football, rugby, hockey, cricket and other games Volleyball, basketball and tennis courts Large sports hall Indoor heated swimming pool (25 metre) Professional theatre Beautiful historic dining room Computer rooms Art room Internet access

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You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Cheltenham including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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What's included?

Active English This course is specially designed for juniors and teenagers and offers the perfect balance of lessons, sports, activities and excursions.

15 hours of English per week Duration: 1 – 4 weeks (1 week bookings only accepted 26 July) Start dates: 5, 12, 19, 26 July End date: 2 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 12 – 17 Maximum class size: 15 Specialist activity options for Active English: Filmcraft (minimum 2 weeks) Students learn about filmmaking and can contribute to every aspect of production, including script-writing, directing, acting, camera-work, lighting and digital editing.

Showtime (minimum 2 weeks) Students work together to plan and perform a short musical or play, for performance before the whole school. Students can direct, perform, design costumes and scenery, and use sound and lighting equipment.

Intensive English This course for juniors and teenagers combines English tuition, including preparation for the Trinity GESE exam (fee included), with activities and excursions.

21 hours per week

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions Two full-day and one half-day excursions per week (one entrance included). Full-day excursions include London, Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Oxford, Stratford-uponAvon and Windsor. Half-day excursions include Bath, Bristol, Cotswolds, Gloucester and Stratford-uponAvon. (Active English students have an extra half-day excursion to Cheltenham or Gloucester most weeks.)

Accommodation On-campus accommodation. Single and twin rooms, and a number of dormitories for 4 –8 students. Boys and girls are housed separately.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner every day, (packed lunch on excursion days). Choice of two main courses per meal, plus salad bar and dessert/fruit.

Vegetarian/other dietary requirements on request.

Activities Welcome party and orientation, plus full activities programme (Intensive English students have fewer activities per week). 3 – 4 activities per session, including arts and crafts, badminton, basketball, cookery, cricket, dance, football, movie night, pool parties, quizzes, rugby, salsa, squash, swimming, table tennis, talent shows, tennis and volleyball.

Specialist activity options (Active English only) These take place during normal activity sessions for 9 hours per week. Should be booked in advance.

Supervision

24-hour supervision by fully trained staff, including residence. Staff: student ratio is 1:10.

Duration: 2 – 4 weeks

Start dates: 5, 12 (3 weeks only), 19 July

Email and internet access.

End date: 2 August 2015 Minimum entry level: Beginner

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES CHELTENHAM

Programmes available

Internet

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

Age range: 12 – 17 Maximum class size: 15

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Our Bath Residential Summer Centre is based at Downside School. This classic “Harry Potter” style English boarding school is one of the oldest and most prestigious private schools in the country. Downside occupies a beautiful 500-acre estate at the foot of the Mendip Hills and offers excellent facilities. The centre is ideally situated just 25 minutes south of the city of Bath in Somerset and 2 hours from London.

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Facilities 100 acres of sports fields for football, rugby, cricket and other games Volleyball, basketball and tennis courts Large sports hall Indoor 25-metre swimming pool Art room and fashion workshop 600-seat theatre Large historic dining room Computer rooms Internet access (wifi in most areas)

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RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES BATH (DOWNSIDE)

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You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Bath (Downside) including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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Programmes available

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

15 hours of English per week Duration: 1 – 6 weeks (1 week bookings only accepted for 29 July and 5 August) Start dates: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July; 5 August End date: 12 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 10 – 16 Maximum class size: 15 Specialist activity options for Active English: Digital photography (minimum 1 week) Students learn about digital photography including the main functions of digital cameras, producing special effects and working in different environments. Students also learn how to photograph a range of subjects and produce a photo exhibition, portfolio or online gallery.

Cookery (minimum 1 week) Students learn how to cook traditional British food and international food, and make a range of dishes from start to finish. Many skills are covered, including pastry-making, meat and vegetable preparation, making dough and cooking pasta, rice and potatoes.

Students also learn about food hygiene.

Intensive Academic (Pre-boarding school) This intensive course is an ideal introduction to academic subject teaching in English, and a fantastic pre-boarding school taster. Subjects include Maths, Science and Geography.

27 hours per week. English (15 hours) and a range of academic subjects (12 hours) Duration: 1 – 6 weeks (1 week bookings only accepted for 29 July and 5 August) Start dates: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July; 5 August End date: 12 August Minimum level: Intermediate (pre test required)

Excursions Two full-day and one half-day excursions per week (one entrance included). Full-day excursions include London (2-day excursion also available — supplement applies), Oxford, Bristol, Stonehenge and Longleat House and Safari Park. Half-day excursions include Bath, Wookey Hole, Bristol Zoo, Salisbury, Cheddar Gorge and Wells. (Active English students have an extra half-day excursion to Bath most weeks.)

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Active English This course is specially designed for juniors and teenagers, and offers the perfect balance of lessons, sports, activities and excursions.

What's included?

Accommodation On-campus accommodation. Single and twin rooms with modern communal bathrooms and some dorms for 4 –8 students. Boys and girls are housed separately.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner every day, (packed lunch on excursion days). Choice of two main courses per meal, plus salad bar and dessert/fruit.

Vegetarian/other dietary requirements on request.

Activities 3 – 4 activities per session (mostly on-campus), including arts and crafts, badminton, basketball, cookery, cricket, dance, football, movie night, pool parties, quizzes, rugby, salsa, squash, swimming, table tennis, talent shows, tennis and volleyball.

Welcome party and orientation, plus full activities programme (evenings only for Intensive Academic students).

Specialist activity options (Active English only) These take place during normal activity sessions for at least 4 hours per week. Should be booked in advance.

Supervision

24-hour supervision by fully trained staff, including residence. Staff: student ratio is 1:10.

Internet

Age range: 12 – 16 Maximum class size: 15 for English lessons, 12 for academic lessons

Email and internet access.

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

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Our Residential Summer Centre is located at Pangbourne College — a prestigious and impressive school situated outside the pretty village of Pangbourne, near Reading on the River Thames. London, Oxford, Windsor and Bath are all easily accessible. There are fantastic outdoor adventure activities and excellent accommodation facilities. At certain times, some English children also take part in the activities programme.

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Nearest London Heathrow London Gatwick

Oxford Pangbourne

London

Facilities Historic main building with beautiful gardens and sports fields High ropes course and low ropes course Astroturf sports fields and tennis courts Large hall with professional stage Outdoor heated swimming pool Modern sports hall with climbing wall Spacious dining room Modern classrooms and separate art studio Internet access

UK PANGBOUR

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RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES PANGBOURNE

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Pangbourne including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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What's included?

Active English This course is specially designed for juniors and teenagers, and offers the perfect balance of lessons, sports, activities and excursions.

15 hours of English per week Duration: 1 – 6 weeks (1 week bookings only accepted 2, 9 August) Start dates: 5, 12, 19, 26 July; 2, 9 August 2015 End date: 16 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 10 – 16 Maximum class size: 15

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions Two full-day and one half-day excursions per week (one entrance included). Full-day excursions include Bath, Bournemouth, Bristol, London (one visit per week guaranteed), Oxford, Stonehenge and Windsor.

Half-day excursions include ice skating , Windsor Castle and Coral Reef swimming park.

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES PANGBOURNE

Programmes available

Accommodation On-campus residence with 6 accommodation ‘houses’. Most rooms are twins or singles with shared bathrooms (1:8). There are also some rooms for 4 – 6 students. Boys and girls are housed separately.

Specialist activity option: Adventure Activities A range of exciting outdoor activities including archery, quad bikes, mountain bikes, high ropes and orienteering. All activities are fully monitored by professional staff.

The Pangbourne Residential Summer Centre is run in association with activities organiser Xplore. The English language component provided by Kings is accredited by the British Council.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner every day (packed lunch on excursion days). Choice of two main courses per meal, plus salad bar and dessert/fruit.

Vegetarian/other dietary requirements on request.

Activities Welcome party and orientation, plus full activities programme, mostly on campus. 3 – 4 activities per session, including archery, arts and crafts, badminton, basketball, climbing wall, dance, discos, drama, football, high ropes course, karaoke, mini-Olympics, mountain biking, outdoor adventure activities, quad bikes, student parties, quizzes, swimming, table tennis, talent show, tennis, volleyball and water polo.

Specialist activity option This takes place during normal activity sessions for at least 4 hours per week.

Supervision

24-hour supervision by fully trained staff, including residence. Staff: student ratio is 1:10.

Internet

Email and internet access.

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

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Our London Residential Summer Centre is based at Farringtons School, an elegant and spacious school situated in several acres of beautiful parkland. The centre offers exceptional facilities for sports and activities including an indoor/outdoor swimming pool, large sports hall and outdoor sports fields. It is perfectly located in the quiet village of Chislehurst, only 15km from Central London.

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Nearest London Heathrow London Gatwick

London

Farringtons

Facilities Sports fields for football, rugby, cricket and other games Volleyball, basketball and tennis courts Heated indoor/outdoor swimming pool Large, modern sports hall Large hall with theatre stage Modern, fully-refurbished dining room Computer room Wifi in most areas of the campus

UK FARRINGTO

NS

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES LONDON (FARRINGTONS)

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Farringtons including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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What's included?

Active English This course is specially designed for juniors and teenagers, and offers the perfect balance of lessons, sports, activities and excursions.

15 hours of English per week Duration: 1 – 4 weeks (1 week bookings only accepted on 26 July.)

Start dates: 5 July, 12 July (3 weeks only), 19 July, 26 July (1 week only)

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions Two full-day and one half-day excursions per week (one entrance included). Full-day excursions include London (Harrods, West End, Oxford Street shopping, Covent Garden, Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye), Brighton, Oxford and Windsor. Half-day excursions include Natural History Museum, Greenwich, Tower of London, Bluewater shopping outlet and Science Museum.

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES LONDON (FARRINGTONS)

Programme available

End date: 2 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 10 – 16 Maximum class size: 15

Accommodation On-campus residence. Most rooms are twin. There is an average shower ratio of 1:6. Boys and girls are housed separately.

Specialist activity option: Fashion Week (minimum 2 weeks) Students will design and make innovative outfits using a variety of materials to prepare for a catwalk fashion show for the whole school. Students can also get involved with the fashion show photography, music, choreography, lighting, make-up, production, promotion and filming.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner every day (packed lunch on excursion days). Choice of two main courses per meal, plus salad bar and dessert/fruit.

Vegetarian/other dietary requirements on request.

Activities Welcome party and orientation, plus full activities programme, mostly on campus. 3 – 4 activities per session, including arts and crafts, badminton, barbecue, bokwa, dance, discos, dodgeball, games nights, football, karaoke, international parties, mini-Olympics, salsa, swimming, quizzes, table tennis, talent shows, team games, volleyball, Wii-fit and Zumba.

Specialist activity option This takes place during normal activity sessions for at least 4 hours per week. Should be booked in advance.

Supervision

24-hour supervision by fully trained staff, including residence. Staff: student ratio is 1:10.

Internet

Email and internet access.

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

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Our Parent and Child Programme takes place at Moreton Hall, a highly prestigious school occupying impressive buildings set in 100 acres of beautiful parkland. The school has excellent facilities for learning and sports. It is located near the town of Oswestry on the border of England and Wales and is only an hour from Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham International airports.

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Nearest Manchester Birmingham Liverpool Liverpool

Manchester

Moreton Hall

Birmingham London

Facilities 9-hole golf course Dance studio Indoor 25-metre heated pool Indoor sports hall All weather sports pitches Tennis courts Dining hall Theatre

UK MORETON H

Internet access (limited wifi)

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES MORETON HALL

HALL

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Moreton Hall including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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What's included?

Parent and Child The Parent and Child programme at Moreton Hall is a unique programme which gives parents and their children the opportunity to enjoy an active and fun English language experience while staying together in a traditional English boarding school. Parents and children have separate English lessons but have excursions and some activities together.

15 hours per week of English language lessons / language-based activities plus a full programme of sports, activities and excursions.

Duration: 1 – 7 weeks Start dates: 5, 12, 19, 26 July; 2, 9, 16 August 2015 End date: 22 August Minimum level: Beginner Age range (child): 3 – 13 (children are divided into two age groups for lessons/activities: 3 – 7 and 8 – 13) Maximum class size: 15 Parents' Programme: The course consists of 15 hours of tuition per week.

Levels of English will be assessed upon arrival and then teaching takes place in small groups every weekday morning. Every afternoon and at weekends there is a wide range of cultural, creative and sporting activities and excursions. Informal evening activities will develop and improve conversational skills.

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests, and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions One full-day excursion each Saturday, and two half-day excursions/shopping trips per week.

Full-day excursions include Old Trafford (home of Manchester United), Manchester museums, Birmingham, Chester, Warwick Castle, Cadbury World, Ironbridge, Alton Towers, Liverpool (museums and Beatles World). Half-day excursions include Chirk and Powis Castles, Attingham Park, Ten-pin bowling, typical English tea room visit and canal walk.

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES MORETON HALL

Course available

Accommodation On-campus residence. Twin and triple rooms with en suite shower room. Parents and children share together.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner every day (packed lunch on excursion days) and there is also a cold buffet option. Vegetarian/other dietary requirements on request.

Activities

Children's Programme (age 3 – 7) In the mornings, children attend 2 hours of formal English lessons, plus a swimming session with instruction for non-swimmers. In the afternoons parents can take their children with them on excursions or, alternatively, their children can join the Moreton Hall Holiday Club for a programme of sports and activities including language-based activities. The Holiday Club welcomes both English and international children.

Children's Programme (age 8 – 13) Children enjoy 2 hours of formal English lessons every morning, followed by a swimming session.

Instruction will be given to non-swimmers.

In the afternoons parents can take their children with them on excursions. Alternatively, the children may take part in Moreton Hall’s Holiday Club ‘Workshops’ with British boys and girls, and children of other nationalities. These workshops focus on developing skills such as dance and drama, art and music and a variety of sports including hockey, tennis and football.

The Residential Summer Centre at Moreton Hall is run by the Ofsted-inspected private school, Moreton Hall.

Welcome party and orientation, plus full activities programme.

Specialist activity options The following are also available, contact us for information: Professional tennis or golf instruction, additional English lessons, local spa treatments, personal fitness training

Supervision

Full supervision for children during lessons and activities. Please note that parents are expected to supervise their children in the evenings and at bedtime.

Internet

Email and internet access.

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

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The Intensive Academic English course takes place at Christ Church College, located in the heart of the city and one of the University of Oxford’s most famous and prestigious colleges.

Founded in 1524, Christ Church has been home to 13 British Prime Ministers. As you eat in the Great Hall (replicated in the Harry Potter films) and walk among the beautiful quads, you will be a part of an academic tradition going back hundreds of years.

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Nearest London Heathrow London Gatwick London Stansted

Oxford

London

Facilities Lecture rooms Classrooms Large historic dining hall Common room with TV Lounge for quiz nights and other activities Accommodation in the main quad Internet access Grounds surrounding the college

UK CHRIST CHU

RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES OXFORD (CHRIST CHURCH)

URCH

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Christ Church including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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What's included?

Intensive Academic English This prestigious course is designed to prepare students for the English-speaking academic world. It is aimed at learners who are contemplating taking a degree course in an Englishspeaking university.

27 hours per week. 22.5 hours of group tuition in English for Academic Purposes, and 4.5 hours of lectures per week on topics such as economics, music, art, literature and global issues. Includes academic writing, reading, listening and speaking. The programme also offers study skills including critical thinking.

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions Two half-day excursions at the weekend. One excursion is to Blenheim Palace, with a traditional picnic lunch included. The second is a fully-guided tour of Oxford and the University, including the most famous sights and ‘hidden Oxford.’

RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CENTRES SUMMER CENTRES LONDON (FARRINGTONS) OXFORD (CHRIST CHURCH)

Programme available

Accommodation On-campus residential accommodation at Christ Church College in the heart of Oxford. Single study bedrooms with en suite bathrooms.

Meals

Duration: 2 weeks Start date: 5 July

Half-board, with breakfast and dinner at Christ Church College.

End date: 18 July Entry requirements: Academic: Completed 10 years of schooling with documented proof of good grades.

English: IELTS 5.0/Intermediate Age range: 16 – 19 Maximum class size: 15 for lessons, lectures may have larger groups.

Activities Three evening activities per week, including punting, riverside walk, debate, story-telling and a candlelit gala dinner.

Internet

Email and internet access.

The Intensive Academic English Programme is run for Kings Summer

by McLarty Languages Ltd.

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CITY SUMMER CENTRES

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Our Boston Summer Center enjoys the perfect location. It is situated on the beautiful campus of Pine Manor College, in an affluent and safe neighborhood just 20 minutes from downtown Boston by train. A wealth of possible activities is available, either directly on the campus or within the wider location.

USA

New York

Nearest Logan

Boston

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Facilities Beautiful, wooded 60 acre campus On site student residence Soccer pitch, softball field and tennis courts Indoor sports hall and gym Cafeteria Beautiful wooded walks

USA BOSTON

CITY SUMMER CENTERS BOSTON

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Boston including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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What's included?

Vacation Course This flexible, great value course is ideal for older teenagers or young adults. Only English lessons are compulsory, giving plenty of free time for a range of optional activities or excursions which are available at additional cost.

15 hours of English per week Start dates: 15, 22, 29 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August End date: 30 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 16+ (15 with a group)

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Optional activities

Typical free activities include: volleyball, football, dance, table-tennis, keep fit, Wii fit, treasure hunt, forest walks, mini Olympics, cabaret, quizzes, bingo, karaoke, art club, talent show, picnics, sight-seeing.

CITY SUMMER CENTERS BOSTON

Program available

Internet

Email and internet access.

Supervision

Generally students are unsupervised.

Maximum class size: 15

At additional cost Accommodation Choice of single or twin half-board homestay, or full-board on campus residence accommodation with 19 meals per week. Rooms are single or twin with shared bathrooms. Residence is one minute walk to center. Please note: students aged 15 must stay in the residence.

Optional activities

Typical extra cost activities include: cinema, theater, bowling, skating, half-day excursions, Laser Quest, cultural visits, barbecues, tennis coaching, sailing and watersports, crazy golf, swimming, archery, mini-cruise, cycle ride, boat trip.

Optional excursions

Optional excursions might include: The Freedom Trail, Cape Cod, Six Flags theme park, Hampton Beach, New England Aquarium, whale watching, Cambridge, harbour cruise, city tour, Chinatown, Crane Beach and Charles River kayaking

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Hollywood is the perfect summer destination for older teenagers. Our Summer Center is situated right on the famous Sunset Boulevard in the heart of Hollywood. Many of the world-famous attractions of Hollywood are within a 5 minute walk, while there is easy access by subway, car or bus to some of the fantastic beaches in LA.

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Los Angeles

San Diego

New York

Nearest LAX

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Facilities Summer Center over two locations — one on Sunset Boulevard and another 3 minutes’ walk away Apple Mac film editing suite Outside eating area Hundreds of nearby cafes and restaurants Easy walking distance to Hollywood “Walk of Fame”, Chinese Theater, Wax museum, Arclight Movie Theater and much more

USA LA (HOLLYW

CITY SUMMER CENTERS LA (HOLLYWOOD)

WOOD)

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for LA (Hollywood) including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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Vacation Course This flexible, great value course is ideal for older teenagers or young adults. Only English lessons are compulsory, giving plenty of free time for a range of optional activities or excursions which are available at additional cost.

15 hours of English per week Start dates: 15, 22, 29 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August End date: 30 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 16+ (15 with a group) Maximum class size: 15

essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Activities Typical free activities include: volleyball, football, dance, table-tennis, keep fit, Wii fit, treasure hunt, forest walks, mini Olympics, cabaret, quizzes, bingo, karaoke, art club, talent show, picnics, sight-seeing.

CITY SUMMER CENTERS LA (HOLLYWOOD)

Program available

Internet

Email and internet access.

Supervision

Students under 18 have an evening curfew, but generally students are unsupervised.

At additional cost Accommodation Choice of single or twin half-board homestay or off campus residence (twin or quad rooms, shared bathrooms, half-board or self-catering). Please note: students aged 15 must stay in residence, and the residence is available from 28 June – 19 August.

Optional activities

Typical extra cost activities include: cinema, theater, bowling, skating, half-day excursions, Laser Quest, cultural visits, barbecues, tennis coaching, sailing and watersports, crazy golf, swimming, archery, mini-cruise, cycle ride, boat trip, barbecues.

Optional excursions

Optional excursions might include: Hollywood Hills, movie star tours, Santa Monica beach, Six Flags theme park, Beverly Hills, Griffith Park observatory, outlets and shopping malls and Universal Studios,

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With miles of beautiful sandy beaches, lovely parks and gardens and plenty of amazing excursion destinations within easy reach, Bournemouth is the perfect vacation location for older teenagers. Our Summer Centre is within walking distance of the town centre and beach. There are excellent facilities at the Centre, plus easy access to nearby accommodation.

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Oxford

London

Bournemouth

Facilities Spacious, well-equipped classrooms Multi-purpose sports court Facilities for basketball, volleyball, badminton, table-tennis and indoor games Outdoor sports at nearby Meyrick Park Activity hall with mini cinema available for games, parties, art and drama Restaurant offering a wide choice of hot lunches available every day Outside dining patios Wifi access in Summer Centre

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CITY SUMMER CENTRES BOURNEMOUTH

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Bournemouth including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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Typical bedroom in summer residence

Vacation English

This course is aimed at younger teenagers and combines 15 hours of English each week with activities and excursions, plus some free time. Students are fully supervised in lessons, on excursions and on activities.

This programme offers a combination of English lessons and a programme of optional sports and activities, plus a weekly excursion. It is aimed at older teenagers and young adults.

15 hours of English per week

15 hours of English per week

Duration: 2 – 11 weeks

Duration: 2 – 11 weeks

Start dates: 15, 22, 29 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August

Start dates: 15, 22, 29 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August

End date: 30 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 13 – 17 Maximum class size: 15 What's included? essons and L learning Lessons, placement/progress tests, certificate.

Excursions One full-day and one half-day excursion per week (one entrance fee included). Destinations may include Bath, Brighton, London, Oxford, Portsmouth and Windsor.

Accommodation (not included in price) Choice of single or twin homestay, or residence (single, en suite, available 5 July – 23 August) for individuals aged 16+ and groups aged 13+. See price list for details.

Meals Full-board. Hot lunch during the week and packed lunch on excursion days and at weekends.

CITY SUMMER CENTRES BOURNEMOUTH

Vacation Extra

End date: 30 August Minimum entry level: Beginner Age range: 16+ (average age range 16 – 20) Maximum class size: 15 What's included?

Lessons and learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions One full-day excursion per week. Destinations may include Bath, Brighton, London, Oxford, Portsmouth and Windsor.

Accommodation (not included in price) Choice of single or twin half-board homestay, or summer residence (single en suite, 15 minutes walk to centre). Residence is half-board or self-catering, and is available from 5 July – 23 August.

See price list for details.

Activities

Activities Fully inclusive activity programme with at least three optional evening activities per week. Typical activities include skating, cinema, beach games in the day, and parties, movies and quizzes in the evening.

Supervision

Fully supervised during school time and on excursions and activities. All students have an evening curfew.

Internet

2 – 3 optional activities per week are included.

Activities may include football, volleyball, basketball, tennis, beach sports, team challenges, quiz evenings, student parties. Crazy golf and half-day trips by public bus are offered at extra cost.

Supervision

Students under 18 have an evening curfew, but generally students are unsupervised.

Internet

Email and internet access.

Email and internet access.

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

Laundry

Weekly laundry for students in homestay.

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What better place to enjoy a fantastic summer than London, one of the world’s great cities. Our London Summer Centre enjoys an ideal location, offering the perfect blend of convenience and security. Based in Beckenham, a safe and secure suburb in southeast London, it is only 20 minutes by train into Central London.

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Oxford Bath

London Brighton

Facilities 2-storey purpose-built college building Light, very spacious classrooms On-site cafeteria Reception area Outdoor green space to front Wireless internet access (at main centre)

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CITY SUMMER CENTRES LONDON (BECKENHAM)

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for London including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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Vacation English

This course is aimed at younger teenagers and combines 20 English lessons each week with compulsory activities and excursions, plus some free time. Students are fully supervised in lessons, on excursions and on activities.

This programme offers a combination of English lessons and optional sports and activities, plus a weekly excursion. It is aimed at older teenagers and young adults.

15 hours of English per week

15 hours of English per week

Duration: 2 – 11 weeks

Duration: 2 – 11 weeks

Start dates: 15, 22, 29 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August

Start dates: 15, 22, 29 June; 6, 13, 20, 27 July; 3, 10, 17 August

End date: 30 August Minimum entry level: Elementary Age range: 14 – 17 (13 as part of a group)

End date: 30 August Minimum entry level: Elementary

Maximum class size: 15

Age range: 16+ (14 as part of a group). 14 – 17 year olds join teenager classes, 18+ students join adult classes.

What's included?

Maximum class size: 15

essons and L learning Lessons, placement/progress tests, certificate.

Excursions One full-day excursion per week with entrance included.

Destinations may include Brighton, Oxford and Bath. One half-day shopping trip. Two trips to Central London.

Accommodation (not included in price) Choice of single or twin homestay, or twin residence.

Residence is only available for groups and between 28 June – 9 August. Bathrooms are shared between 3.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast and dinner at host family or residence, plus packed lunch.

Activities Fully inclusive activity programme with at least 4 – 5 compulsory evening activities, such as parties, sports and quizzes. Daytime activities also included.

Supervision

Fully supervised during school time and on excursions and activities. All students have an evening curfew.

Internet

Email and internet access.

Laundry and

school bank Weekly laundry and school bank service.

CITY SUMMER CENTRES LONDON (BECKENHAM)

Vacation Extra

What's included?

Lessons and learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions One full-day excursion per week. Excursions may include London sights and shopping, Greenwich, Cambridge, Brighton and Oxford.

Accommodation (not included in price, see price list for prices and dates) Choice of single or twin homestay or residence.

Residence is only available for individuals aged 18+, and between 28 June – 9 August.

Activities 2 – 3 optional and free activities per week . Activities may include football, volleyball, basketball and table-tennis tournaments, tennis, crazy golf, evening lectures, zumba, team challenges, quiz evenings and student parties

Supervision

Students under 18 have an evening curfew, but generally students are unsupervised.

Internet

Email and internet access.

Laundry

Weekly laundry for students in homestay.

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Our City Summer Centre in Oxford takes place at Kings’ year-round campus for academic preparation, St. Josephs.

Here, students have access to a range of on-site facilities, including a large student cafeteria, an outside patio, and large well-equipped classrooms and resource areas. St. Josephs is located in a quiet residential area of the city but with local amenities including a library, swimming pool, gym and shops all within walking distance. It is a 20 minute bus ride from Oxford city centre.

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Oxford

London

Facilities Large, well-equipped classrooms, most with interactive whiteboards 2 Computer Learning Centres Large cafeteria and sunny patio for outside dining Lecture hall Art studio Science lab Wifi internet access

UK OXFORD (ST

JOSEPHS)

CITY SUMMER CENTRES OXFORD (ST JOSEPHS)

You can view and download a PDF factsheet for Oxford including detailed information and timetables at: kingssummer.com/downloads

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Typical bedroom in summer residence

Intensive Academic (Pre-university)

This programme offers a combination of English lessons and optional sports and activities, plus a weekly excursion. It is aimed at older teenagers and young adults.

This programme offers academic English, a range of academic subjects, and IELTS preparation. Students also have a programme of excursions, and university counselling sessions.

15 hours of English per week

27 hours of lessons per week

Duration: 2 – 11 weeks

Duration: 2, 3 or 4 weeks

Start dates: 15, 22, 29 June, 6,13, 20, 27 July, 3, 10, 17 August

Start dates: 5 July ( 2-4 weeks), 19 July (2 weeks only)

End date: 30 August

End date: 2 August

Minimum entry level: Beginner

Minimum entry level: Intermediate (pre test required)

Age range: 16+ (15+ for groups). Average age range 16-20.

Age range: 15 – 17

Maximum class size: 15

Maximum class size: 15 for English lessons, 12 for academic lessons

CITY SUMMER CENTRES OXFORD (ST JOSEPHS)

Vacation English

What's included? essons and L learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

What's included?

Lessons and learning All lessons, plus placement and progress tests and an end-of-course certificate.

Excursions Excursions One full-day excursion per week. Excursions may include Bath, Brighton, London, Portsmouth and Windsor.

One full-day and one half-day excursion per week.

Excursions may include Bath, Brighton, Cambridge, London, Oxford tours and Windsor.

Accommodation (not included in price) Accommodation (not included in price) Choice of single or twin homestay, or residence (single room, shared bathroom, 2 minutes walk to centre, available between 28 June and 1 August 2015.)

Residence is for 16+ only.

Activities 2 – 3 optional and free activities per week. Activities include football, volleyball, basketball and table-tennis tournaments, tennis, evening lectures, zumba, team challenges, quiz evenings, student parties, Oxford sightseeing, museum visits, Riverside walks and punting (supplement applies).

Supervision

Students under 18 have an evening curfew, but generally students are unsupervised.

Internet

Email and internet access.

Laundry

Weekly laundry for students in homestay.

Off-site student residence (16+ only), or homestay.

Residence is 2 minutes’ walk from the Summer Centre.

Single rooms in apartments of 6 study bedrooms — each with 2 toilets and 2 bathrooms. On-site warden.

Laundry facilities on site. Garden and TV lounge for communal use. Please note under 16s must stay with a host family, and laundry is included for homestay.

Meals Full-board. Breakfast and dinner are provided every day. Lunch is provided at the on-site cafeteria in the Summer Centre, or as packed lunch on excursion days.

Activities 3 activities included per week, for example, basketball, bowling, cinema, cultural and academic visits (such as Bletchley Park), cycle ride, football, punting, skating, swimming, tennis, theatre, volleyball and quizzes.

Internet

Email and internet access at Summer Centre.

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SAFETY AND SECURITY POLICIES At Kings, student welfare and safety is our top priority. We take our responsibility extremely seriously and have specific policies and procedures in place for all junior students.

Policies for the Residential Summer Centres, Vacation Extra Courses and Oxford Intensive Academic Course Emergency contact form This must be completed by all students prior to arrival (available from the downloads section on kingssummer.com). Mobile phone numbers for students and parents are recorded on our student database.

Student cards and wristbands All students are given a student card and a wristband on arrival (both with an emergency contact number).

Lesson attendance All students must attend all lessons unless they are ill (in which case they must inform a member of staff immediately.)

Daytime activities These are compulsory for all courses.

Registration is taken for each activity session.

Evening activities These are compulsory on all courses except the Bournemouth Vacation Extra, and Oxford Intensive Academic where they are optional. We conduct a registration on arrival for fire/safety purposes.

Excursions à Excursions are compulsory for all courses and registration is taken on each excursion. à A ll students are registered and their mobile phone numbers are collected during the excursion journey (if not already registered during their first week). Students are re-counted and re-registered on a regular basis throughout the excursion. à A ll students receive an ‘I am lost’ card or information sheet with the emergency number for that excursion. à Students aged 12 and under must stay with their Group Leader or Kings staff at all times.

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à Students aged 13 - 16 must stay in small groups (4 or more students) and in a clearly designated area (such as a main shopping street) during their free time. à Students aged 17+ will have free time and should return to the designated meeting point at the time agreed with the guide. à During agreed free time on excursions, the guide will wait at a designated place so that they are easy to see and/or contact.

SIM cards for mobile phones We strongly recommend that all students buy or pre-order a UK or USA SIM card or a SIM and phone package so that it is as easy as possible for Kings staff to maintain contact with them while they are with us.

For further information, please contact enquiries@kingssummer.com.

Free time and curfews Residential Summer Centres à Students are not permitted to leave the Centre without supervision. There is 24-hour supervision within the Centre.

Vacation Extra / Oxford Intensive Academic Courses à Students who come as part of a group are the responsibility of the Group Leader when not in lessons. A member of Kings staff is given the role of “group leader” for individuals aged under 16. à In Bournemouth and Oxford students can go into the town centre unsupervised after lessons and in the evenings/ weekends. In London, students are not permitted to travel into the city without supervision by a member of staff or their Group Leader. à Students under 16 must return to their homestay or residence by 22:30. à Students aged 16 or 17 must return by 23.30. à Students aged under 16 are not given their own house key.

Airport transfers All students attending Residential Summer Centres, Vacation Extra or Oxford Intensive Academic must book a Kings arrival/ departure transfer unless travelling with a Group Leader or with a responsible adult.

Arrival transfer Transfers for students attending Residential Summer Centres, Vacation Extra or Oxford Intensive Academic include a Meet and Greet service on arrival (by the driver or a member of Kings staff). On arrival, students may be required to wait 2 – 3 hours for other students if they have booked an Economy Transfer service.

Departure transfer On departure students travelling with a Group Leader will be dropped at the terminal entrance and the Group Leader will be responsible for check-in. Students travelling without an adult will be checked in by Kings staff or the driver.

Unaccompanied minors Please notify us in writing in advance if your child is travelling as an Unaccompanied Minor. A supplement applies to the departure transfers of Unaccompanied Minors in Bournemouth, London and Oxford.

Policies for Vacation Courses and Vacation English Courses Students on these courses are generally treated as adults with “light” supervision: Lesson attendance All students must attend all lessons unless they are ill (in which case they must inform a member of staff immediately).

Activities / Excursions Attendance is optional.

Free time and curfews à Students aged 14+ can attend the Vacation English Course in London but only as part of a group and are the responsibility of their group leaders when not in lessons. à Students aged 15+ can attend the Vacation English Course in Oxford and the Vacation Courses in Los Angeles and Boston but only as part of a group and are the responsibility of their group leaders when not in lessons. à Students aged under 18 have an evening curfew but are otherwise treated as adults and not supervised outside lessons. à The evening curfew for all students aged under 16 is 22:30. à The evening curfew for all students aged 16 – 17 is 23.30. à Students aged 18+ are treated as adults and do not have a curfew and are not supervised outside lesson times.

SIM cards for mobile phones We strongly recommend that all students buy or pre-order a UK or USA SIM card or a SIM and phone package so that it is as easy as possible for Kings staff to maintain contact with them while they are with us.

For further information, please contact enquiries@kingssummer.com.

Airport transfers We highly recommend that all students book a Kings airport transfer however this is not compulsory for students attending Vacation Course or Vacation English. We do ask however that all students inform us of their arrival details prior to arrival.

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EXTEND YOUR CHILD'S EXPERIENCE LONDON SIGHTSEEING WEEK You can extend your child’s experience in the UK with our fantastic London Sightseeing Week.

Key facts à A programme of 5-6 full-day excursions.

Each excursion includes a full guided tour and excursion-based English language activities. à Duration: 1 week (6 nights) à A rrival day: Sunday (Saturday start may be possible on request) à Departure day: Saturday à Start dates: 19, 26 July; 2, 9, 16 Aug 2015 à Minimum entry level: Elementary à A ge range: 13 – 17 à Bookable only as an extension to a main Kings Summer UK programme (not available in conjunction with Bath, Christ Church or Moreton Hall programmes)

Included in the price à Fully supervised sightseeing programme, including London sights, Oxford full day, Harry Potter WB Studio, Hampton Court, London Eye, Madame Tussauds, Stratford-upon-Avon full day, Tower of London, Thames Sightseeing Cruise and more. All admission fees included. à Full-board homestay accommodation (breakfast and evening meal at homestay, packed lunches). Twin, triple and quad rooms are available.

Please note, transfers between the summer centres and the homestay in London, and the airport transfers after the sightseeing week are at extra cost.

Programme operated by ATAS Language Travel

For more information visit kingssummer.com

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3 MONTHS FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO BLABLOO™ Included in the cost of every course we offer 3 months free subscription to blabloo™, the online teen community for practising languages. Blabloo™ provides:

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Extra value for students: they can practise before and after summer with their new Kings friends and thousands of other foreign students A community that is only for 14 – 18 year olds, and all users are ID verified The opportunity to get in touch with native English students from top UK schools

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KINGS STUDENT INSURANCE

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We’ve developed an excellent value insurance policy specially designed for international students, in conjunction with Guard.Me in the USA and Endsleigh Insurance in the UK.

We hope this brochure has given you a taste of the unique experience your child will enjoy on a Kings Summer course.

The insurance policy gives a very high level of cover and will protect your child in the case of an accident or emergency, as well as the need for urgent travel home.

Your child's personal possessions are also covered.

To make sure your child is fully protected, simply complete the insurance form. For full details about levels of cover and costs, see the Information and Support section of our website: kingssummer.com

If you would like to see for yourself what funfilled days at Kings summer centres are like, there is no better way than to visit our Kings Summer Facebook page.

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Soon, it will be your child having the time of their life!

BOOK YOUR CHILD'S COURSE TODAY Booking your child's course is straightforward. You can choose from three ways to book.

1 Via your local educational partner. If you need help locating your nearest partner, please contact us.

2 By completing the enrolment form (either hard copy or electronic file) and sending it to Kings Summer

3 By completing our online Booking Form at: kingssummer.com

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Further information and bookings Please contact: Kings Summer The Old Market, Upper Market Street, Hove, England, BN3 1AS T +44 (0)1273 806010 E enquiries@kingssummer.com

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