UK2Learn
EASTER PROGRAMME FOR CHILDREN AGED 8 - 17
2010
(from aged 7 if accompanied by a parent)
2 L K U
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R N 2 WEEK PROGRAMME - Tuesday 30th March - Monday 12th April plus Optional UK Tour - Monday 12th April - Saturday 17th April
About UK2Learn UK2Learn is an established provider of educational programmes for international students. We offer a first-class range of services from our renowned Easter, Summer and Winter programmes to our popular internships and guardianships. The UK2Learn experience is about much more than just improving English skills, it is about students having a wonderful time during their stay in the UK and building lasting friendships.
WORK, REST AND PLAY ‌IN ENGLAND! Royal Connections HRH Prince Michael of Kent is patron of the Oxford Quality programme, provided in partnership by RELOD and UK2Learn, which aims to help educational institutions in Russia provide better quality English education.
Over the years hundreds of international students, teachers and parents have joined UK2Learn and we look forward to making you one of them.
In 2009 UK2Learn had the great honour of welcoming HRH to the programme celebrations where he enjoyed meeting students, teachers and parents. UK2Learn is honoured that HRH fully supports the aims and objects of this programme.
Suzie Mackie Director UK2Learn
UK2Learn: providing an exciting and challenging experience for international students to explore the academic life and culture of the UK www.uk2learn.com
Charity Support UK2Learn is proud to support the Kwasa Centre in South Africa. The Kwasa Centre is in an incredibly deprived area of South Africa and helps meet the needs of children infected or affected by HIV and AIDS. It provides a safe and secure environment for more than 200 children. Having lived in Africa as a child, the Kwasa Centre is close to Suzie’s (founder) heart and therefore it is the centre of UK2Learn’s fundraising efforts. More than £2,000 has been raised in the past three years, which has helped purchase equipment for the school, bicycles for the young children and the sponsorship of one of the children for a year.
“I loved my time in the UK, I had lots of fun and have made some English friends. I can’t wait to come back again next year!” Russian student
The Venue
The exclusive host of the UK2Learn Easter programme is the stunning Prior’s Field School in Godalming, Surrey. Set in 26 acres of beautiful countryside, the school supports boarding and day students aged 11 - 18. This traditional English boarding school boasts a wonderful family atmosphere which everyone adores.
Course Details UK2Learn offers an excellent choice of subjects in a dynamic and highly motivating learning environment.
“I studied the drama course and it was very good. We helped produce a show to celebrate our trip - that was my favourite part.” Thai student
As a unique feature, UK students also join these programmes to learn new skills alongside our international students. While international students are studying EFL or British culture, the UK students also learn a foreign language such as Russian,Thai or Chinese creating an opportunity to build long-lasting overseas friendships; what better way to practice a new language!
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Excel In English! Schedule In the morning, students are divided into groups according to age and language ability to study: • English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and British culture In the afternoon, students select one from the following: • Art & photography • Business and marketing • Drama • Film-making Art & Photography This is a highly practical and enjoyable course that focuses on images, colour and different materials. Students are encouraged to have fun using their cameras; the perfect photograph opportunity could be just around the corner! Throughout the course students continuously use the photographs to express their growing knowledge of the British culture. Students also develop individual sketch books during the course, which they can keep. Business and Marketing This is the perfect choice for students who wish to gain a glimpse into the dynamic business world. There is an opportunity to build appropriate vocabulary related to business and marketing while developing a basic understanding of current theory and practice in marketing. It is exciting and challenging and enables students to build their English language abilities in a business context.
Drama This covers the fundamentals of drama combined with practice and performance techniques; it is a truly unique and fun way to learn English. Students also learn how actors and actresses use their voice and body correctly on stage to ensure they are in tip top condition to put on a spectacular end of programme production. In addition improvisation, presentation and creative writing skills are also developed. English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and British Culture This is an exciting combination of subjects where students learn about the social, cultural and traditional aspects of British life. Students are given the opportunity to develop their English conversation and language skills as well as discovering fascinating facts about the British culture. Film-Making Students explore how to write, design, film, edit and produce a short film or animated film in this handson course using a range of professional techniques and equipment. This is an opportunity to work behind the camera, or for those who prefer to be centre stage, in front of the camera. There is even the opportunity to interview fellow students! Grand Finale Whichever UK2Learn course selected, they culminate in a grand presentation. This celebrates and showcases everything the students have achieved during their studies creating a glitzy grand finale. Furthermore the presentation, which is attended by local dignitaries, attracts an impressive audience along with parents and teachers. This celebration is not to be missed!
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Timetable - Week One
30th March - 5th April 2010 30th March Tuesday
31st March Wednesday
1st April Thursday
2nd April Good Friday
3rd April Saturday
4th April Easter Sunday
5th April Easter Monday
08:15 - 09:00
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
09:00 - 10:30
EFL & British Culture
London
EFL & British Culture
Portsmouth
Free Time or Sports
EFL & British Culture
10:30 - 11:00 11:00 - 11:50
Students Arrive
Break
Break
EFL & British Culture
EFL & British Culture
11:50 - 12:00
Break
12:00 - 13:00
Students choose 1 subject to study for the whole 2 weeks
Sightseeing, London Movieum & Thames River Cruise
Break •Drama •Film Animation •Art & Photography •Business & Marketing
Harbour Tour and Gun Wharf Quays shopping
Guildford Tour, Castle & Gardens, River boat cruises & shopping
Break EFL & British Culture Break British Etiquette Class
13:00 - 14:00
Snack Lunch
Lunch
14:00 - 16:00
Orientation & EFL Test
•Drama •Film Animation •Art & Photography •Business & Marketing
•Drama •Film Animation •Art & Photography •Business & Marketing
•Drama •Film Animation •Art & Photography •Business & Marketing
16:30 - 17:30
Sports
Sports
Sports
Sports
17:30 - 18:00
Free Time
Free Time
Free Time
Free Time
18:00 - 18:30
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Lunch
18:30 - 19:30
Free Time
Free Time
Free Time
19:30 - 21:00
Team Building Activities
Sports Evening
Film & Quiz Night
Lunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dinner Free Time
Pottery Evening
21:00 - 21:30
Students to return to their Boarding Houses
22:00
Students need to be in their rooms by 22:00 and lights out by 22:30
Lunch
Dinner
Easter Egg Decorating
Easter Egg Hunt
Lunch
Dinner Free Time Disco
Timetable - Week Two 6th April - 12th April 2010 6th April Tuesday
7th April Wednesday
8th April Thursday
9th April Friday
10th April Saturday
11th April Sunday
12th April Monday
08:15 - 09:00
Students Arrive
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
09:00 - 10:30
EFL & British Culture
EFL & British Culture
Oxford
EFL & British Culture
10:30 - 11:00
Break
Break
11:00 - 11:50
EFL & British Culture
EFL & British Culture
Tour of Oxford & Christ Church College
Final EFL Assessment
11:50 - 12:00
Break
Break
12:00 - 13:00
13:00 - 14:00 14:00 - 16:00
Break
•Drama •Drama •Film Animation •Film Animation •Art & Photography •Art & Photography •Business & •Business & Marketing Marketing
Snack Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
•Drama •Drama •Film Animation •Film Animation •Art & Photography •Art & Photography •Business & •Business & Marketing Marketing
16:30 - 17:30
Sports
Sports
17:30 - 18:00
Free Time
Free Time
18:00 - 18:30
Dinner
Dinner
Break
Bicester Village Shopping
School can organise own trip (additional cost) See separate information sheets
•Drama •Film Animation •Art & Photography •Business & Marketing
Options include: (min of 15 per trip)
Lunch
Lunch
Free Time or Sports
Hampton Court Tour of Gardens & Maze
Lunch Students Depart
•Drama •Bath & Stonehenge •Film Animation •Windsor •Art & Photography •London •Business & •Cambridge Marketing •Stratford •Weald & Downland Sports Museum
Free Time Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
18:30 - 19:30
Free Time
Free Time
Free Time
Certificate Ceremony
Free Time
Free Time
19:30 - 21:00
London Musical (optional extra)
Art & Craft
Charity Night
Disco
Talent Show
Film & Quiz Night
21:00 - 21:30
Students to return to their Boarding Houses
22:00
Students need to be in their rooms by 22:00 and lights out by 22:30
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Teachers’ Programme
Meet The Team
We recognise that learning never stops which is why we offer an optional training programme for accompanying teachers. It’s not all work, work, work, as the UK2Learn excursion programme provides that all important time to unwind.
The Teachers UK2Learn teachers create inspiring and motivating classes that students adore.
Please contact us for further information and fees.
With a wealth of professional skills and experience, our teachers make a lasting impression on students’ educational development.
Mothers’ Programme (30th March - 5th April 2010)
If you are a mother who is keen to travel with your child to the UK, we have just the thing for you. The mothers’ programme is an interesting, challenging and popular itinerary of activities which runs concurrently with the students’ programme. Our captivating range of master classes and talks such as garden design, and English cookery, allow English language skills to be enhanced in a unique way. Our excursions take in some of the most popular attractions in the UK, allowing new language skills to be put into practice. If that’s not enough, our English conversation classes provide the opportunity to bring everything together.
Alison Clarke English and Drama specialist
Craig Hills Film making specialist
Penny Baker Art and Photography specialist
Anne Townend English and business specialist
Elise May Film making specialist
Rosalind Biggs English and business specialist
Alix Cazalet Drama specialist
Suzie Mackie English and teacher training specialist
Please contact us for a full timetable and fees.
The Support Team Our support team is here to organise a fun packed social programme to ensure that students make the most of their visit to the UK.
“This was the first time I have worked with international students, and it was fantastic. I learnt so much from them, and I hope that I helped them understand more about the UK and our traditions.” English student
Alex Mackie Social programme coordinator
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Kate Thompson Social programme coordinator
Ellie Mills Social programme coordinator
Mothers’ Programme - Week One 30th March - 5th April 2010 30th March Tuesday
31st March Wednesday
1st April Thursday
2nd April Good Friday
3rd April Saturday
4th April Easter Sunday
5th April Easter Monday
Arrive
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
09:00 - 10:00
Free Time
Free Time
Free Time
Free Time
10:00 - 11:00
Godalming
London
Wisley Gardens
Harbour Tour
08:15 - 09:00
Sightseeing
London Movieum
11:00 - 11:30
Portsmouth
Free Time
Guildford
Free Time
British Etiquette Class
11:30 - 12:30
12:30 - 13:00
Break
13:00 - 14:00
Lunch
Lunch
Packed Lunch
Lunch
Packed Lunch
Packed Lunch
Lunch
14:00 - 15:00
Orientation of School
English Conversation Classes
Thames River Cruise
English Conversation Classes
Gun Wharf Quays and Shopping
Boat Trip & Shopping
English Conversation Classes
15:00 - 15:15
Break
Break
Break
15:15 - 16:15
English Conversation Classes
English Conversation Classes
English Conversation Classes
16:15 - 18:00
Free Time
18:00 - 18:30
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Free Time
Table Setting & Napkin Folding (optional) 1 hour
Free Time
Talk by Garden Designer (optional) 1 hour
Photography Workshop (optional) 1 hour
Visit to English Pub in local area (optional) 1 hour
Film Making Workshop (optional) 1 hour
2nd April Good Friday
3rd April Saturday
4th April Easter Sunday
5th April Easter Monday
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
School can organise own trip (additional cost)
Free Time
18:30 - 21:00
Mothers’ Programme - Week One 30th March - 5th April 2010 30th March Tuesday
31st March Wednesday
1st April Thursday
08:15 - 09:00
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
09:00 - 10:00
Free Time
Luxury Spa
Oxford
Free Time
10:00 - 11:00
Flower Arranging Class
11:00 - 11:30
Day at Champneys
Leading Health Spa in the UK
Tour of Christ Church College
Sugar Craft and Baking Class
11:30 - 12:30
See separate information sheets
Hampton Court
Options include:
12:30 - 13:00
Break
13:00 - 14:00
Lunch
14:00 - 15:00
English Conversation Classes
15:00 - 15:15
Break
Break
15:15 - 16:15
English Conversation Classes
English Conversation Classes
16:15 - 18:00
Free Time
18:00 - 18:30
Packed Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
18:30 - 21:00
London Theatre Trip (additional cost - £60)
Certificate Ceremony 2 hours
Kwasa Charity Evening 1.5 hours
Drama Workshop (Optional) 1 hour
Talent Show (parents may attend) 19:30 - 21:30
Free Time
Lunch
Packed Lunch
Lunch
Bicester Village Shopping
English Conversation Classes
Packed Lunch
Packed Lunch
•Bath & Stonehenge •Windsor •London •Cambridge •Stratford •Weald & Downland Museum
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Student Life The quality of student life is why so many students choose UK2Learn. It is fun, challenging and exciting and provides students with the ability to thrive in a dynamic learning environment. Home Sweet Home Our male and female students are accommodated separately in single, double or four bedded rooms within the main school building which boasts a sitting room, a kitchen, and other recreational facilities. To ensure a safe and secure environment, accompanying teachers and UK2Learn staff supervise the boarding house 24 hours a day.
Prefer to stay with a host family? UK2Learn is happy to arrange this. Please contact us for further information (same fees apply). Tickling The Tastebuds Tasting new food is part of the experience of visiting another country, and during the trip there is a huge selection of delicious food to try. Students are provided with breakfast, a hot lunch, (except on excursion dates when a packed lunch is provided), and a hot dinner every day as well as a drink and snacks mid morning and mid afternoon.
“I accompanied my daughter to England, and it was wonderful. I could see that my daughter was in safe hands with the UK2Learn team, and I had time to relax and see the sights.” Parent,Thailand
Forever Friends There are plenty of opportunities to build longlasting friendships with English students, as they study alongside international students in a number of classes and activities. Sporty Students Our sports and activities programme keeps students busy from dawn to dusk! From football, swimming, basketball and volleyball to badminton, rounders and tennis, there is something for everyone. We can even arrange private coaching lessons for those wanting to improve their tennis swing! Please contact us for further information and fees. Starry nights The fun does not stop in the evenings as students are invited to enjoy a mix of entertainment. Film nights, talent shows, art and craft workshops and discos all provide a great way to finish the day. Explore More We arrange six day excursions during the programme for students to explore the UK further. Detailed timetable provided on request.
Certificates To mark the completion of the programme, students are awarded a certificate at the celebration ceremony. Outstanding achievement awards and medals are also presented to students who have demonstrated a high level of commitment and progress throughout the course.
“UK2Learn is excellent value for money. There are a wide range of activities and the students are never bored. The programmes are so much fun and so exciting that the students often forget that they are learning at the same time!” Teacher, Russia
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General Information Medical cover There is a member of staff on hand to supervise students and a duty member of staff available 24 hours a day. Several members of the UK2learn team are First Aid trained. In the event that a student is unwell during their stay, medical assistance will be provided and the majority of healthcare services in the UK are free. However it is highly recommended that students have valid health insurance. Insurance Prior’s Field School and UK2Learn have indemnity insurance. However, it is recommended that students, teachers, and parents visiting the UK take out personal accident, health and property insurance.
“UK2Learn is excellent value for money. There are a wide range of activities and the students are never bored. The programmes are so much fun and so exciting that the students often forget that they are learning at the same time!” Teacher, Russia
“The film-making classes were very good. I made many friends and write to them all regularly.” Korean student
Fees Please see enclosed sheet for up-to-date fees.
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Fees include: • All tuition and teaching materials • Use of technical equipment • Full board accommodation (includes 3 meals per day and packed lunches on excursion days) • Extensive cultural, sports and evening social programme • Excursions including entrance fees as per timetable • Airport transfers (included in the fee for groups of 10 or more) • Certificate of Attendance Additional costs: • Airfares • Optional theatre visit to include transport and tickets • Optional sports coaching (Tennis; one to one English tuition; specialised tuition - IELTS GCSE/ A level subjects)
SPECIAL OFFERS
For every 10 students, UK2Learn provides a FREE teacher place
HOLIDAY, HOLIDAY, HOLIDAY Optional 5 day tour of the UK (Monday 12th April - Saturday 17th April)
Discover the best of Britain with a 5 day tour that takes in some of the most spectacular sights and attractions in the country. Availability is limited, so if you would like to join UK2Learn on this tour, please book early.
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Timetable - Tour of the UK
Monday 12th April - Saturday 17th April
Morning
12th April Monday
13th April Tuesday
14th April Wednesday
15th April Thursday
16th April Friday
17th April Saturday
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Coach to depart from Prior’s Field School
Coach to Durham
Coach to Loch Lomond
Coach to Manchester
Coach to Liverpool
Tour of Cadbury’s World
Coach to Nottingham
Afternoon
Evening
Visit to Durham Cathedral
Visit to Stirling Castle
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Robin Hood Story
Coach to Edinburgh
Coach to Loch Lomond
Tour of Old Trafford
Beatles Mystery Tour
Coach to Airport
Ghost Tour (optional)
Coach to Edinburgh
Coach to Birmingham
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
Stay in Hostel or Tourist Class Hotel (Nottingham)
Stay in Hostel or Tourist Class Hotel (Edinburgh)
Stay in Hostel or Tourist Class Hotel (Edinburgh)
Stay in Hostel or Tourist Class Hotel (Manchester)
Stay in Hostel or Tourist Class Hotel (Birmingham)
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Additional Services UK2Learn is proud to offer a range of further courses including: Summer Programme Easter Programme Winter Programme Mothers’ Programme Teachers’ Programme Business Training Internship Programme Guardianship for students studying in British boarding schools Placement service for Boarding schools, language schools, colleges and universities Home Tuition
DATES FOR 2010 Summer Programme 2010 - Wednesday 7th July - Tuesday 20th July 2010 Optional 5 day UK Tour - (Tuesday 20th July - Sunday 25th July) Winter Programme 2010 - Tuesday 23rd November - Monday 6th December 2010 for more details contact UK2learn - 01483 425500 or info@uk2learn.com
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UK2Learn
Providers of Educational Programmes in the UK Crossways, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey GU7 1UN, UK 01483 425500 or info@uk2learn.com www.uk2learn.com