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SB C C A N FO RD SU M M ER S CH O O L FOR STUDENTS AGED 11-15 BROCHURE 2019 SBC Canford Summer School | 1
WELCOME TO SBC CANFORD SUMMER SCHOOL SBC Canford Summer School provides a magnificent location for a fantastic summer school experience. SBC Canford is located at the prestigious Canford School, which is near the south coast of England. Just 20 minutes from the coastal town of Bournemouth, it is one of the most popular UK destinations for English language learning outside of London. SBC Canford Summer School offers students from all around the world a genuinely international experience where they will be able to improve their English, study interesting and stimulating academic subjects, take part in an extensive activity programme, go on exciting excursions and form lifelong friendships. 95 95 In 2018 SBC became Strict limits on the number of students This year SBC celebrates the first and only who speak each language help it’s 10th anniversary. multicentre summer create truly multi-national learning During that time, we school to be awarded an environments for our students have welcomed over area of Strength in each to thrive. In 2018 SBC welcomed 10,000 students from of the 15 categories students from 95 countries. 139 different countries assessed in a British to our courses. At SBC Canford alone, there were 55 Council inspection. different nationalities 2 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 3
The School & Location SBC Canford Summer School is located at the highly- esteemed Canford School, which was founded in 1923 and is set in 250 acres of stunning parkland grounds on the banks of the River Stour in the South West of England. Only a short distance from the school is the delightful Dorset market town of Wimborne, which has one of the largest and most popular markets in the South of England. Around 30 minutes from the school is the lovely coastal town of Bournemouth, famous for its beachfront promenade and sandy beaches. The school is renowned for its historic buildings but equally for its fantastic modern facilities, some of the best to be found anywhere in Europe, making it an ideal place for students to have a sensational summer school experience. The SBC Canford Summer School is operated and staffed by Summer Boarding Courses Ltd. The School Facilities Canford School hosts exceptional facilities. The state-of-the- Summer Boarding art sports centre and boarding facilities are of the highest quality and are all set amongst expansive and picturesque Courses has welcomed students grounds and playing fields. The facilities include: • Indoor heated swimming pool • • 290 seat theatre Modern, well equipped classrooms from 139 different • • Tennis courts & volleyball courts Football pitches & basketball courts countries to our courses • Multi-purpose sports hall • Dance studio • Historic dining hall Accommodation The accommodation at Canford is spacious, comfortable and of the highest quality. There are a number of boarding houses with separate houses for boys and girls. Accommodation is made up of mostly single rooms, with a small number of shared rooms available, sleeping between 3 and 6 students. Meal Times Students will have all their meals in the stunning Great Hall, located in the heart of the oldest part of Canford School. Meal times provide students with an excellent selection, for example a full English breakfast is provided three days a week and a continental breakfast is available every day. For lunch and dinner there is always a choice of two hot meals, including a vegetarian option. Students also have a delicious salad bar available to them as well as fresh bread, fruit and desserts. In addition, drinks and biscuits are prepared each night before bed. 4 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk 5 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 5
Overview of SBC Canford Summer Programme 15 hours English tuition each week 2 full day trips each week* with all transport and entrances included *Except for departure week when there is one full day trip. Afternoon and Evening Activity Programme “My daughter had a wonderful time in the summer school. Thank you SBC Canford Progress Report and End-of-Course for all your assistance and Summer School T-Shirt Certificate support during her trip in UK. Look forward to seeing you next year.” Hongyu, Parent, China Comprehensive On campus All meals Laundry Service Travel accommodation included Insurance 6 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 7
A typical day at SBC Canford Summer School Sample timetable SBC CANFORD SAMPLE TIMETABLE Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 7.30 - Wake up 8.15 - Breakfast 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 11.00 10.30 - Break 11.00 11.00 11.00 10.30 - Break 11.00 The Academic Programme Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Classes take place on 5 mornings each week, with Life and Career Skills: Students will also develop a a maximum class size of 15 students. For all of our range of skills that will help them in their future careers 12.30 - Lunch 12.30 - Lunch courses, we believe in creating a stimulating and and social situations. Time to Shine projects develop communicative learning environment for students. information literacy skills through our research tasks. 13.30 - House Time 13.30 - House Time All students will be asked to complete an online English Students will also develop autonomy by using their assessment before their arrival at the school, in order initiative in their projects, and so have greater control 14.30 14.30 to assess their level of English and ensure they are over their own learning. By working together on projects, Arrival Day 14.30 placed into the correct classes. students will develop their collaborative skills, as well - - Full day as their social and cultural awareness. or Full Day - or English Plus or English Plus Excursion Excursion 14.30 English Course Options All students will do a Time to Shine presentation at the end of their course. Themed 14.30 Every student receives 15 hours of lessons in the 15.45-Break 15.45-Break mornings with professionally qualified teachers. Fete Day We offer General English courses, and also a variety of 16.15 16.15 different academic course options for an additional cost. 16.15 - - or English Plus or English Plus - Time to Shine: 21st Century Skills At SBC Canford, our aim is to develop both the student’s 17.30 - House Time 17.30 - House Time language ability and also skills which will help them to prepare for future success in the 21st century. Each 18.30 - Dinner 18.30 - Dinner academic option has a Time to Shine research and presentation project which encourages students 19.15 - House Time 19.15 - House Time to develop the following skills: Communication Skills: By taking part in the Time to Shine projects, all SBC Canford students will develop their ability 19.45 19.45 19.45 19.45 19.45 19.45 19.45 to communicate effectively and learn to work as part of a House Night Cinema Trip Splash Down Talent Show BBQ & Quiz Challenge Night Disco team. Expert Thinking & Innovation Skills: Students will develop 21.45 - House Time analytical and critical thinking skills, and be creative and imaginative in their projects. 22.00 - Lights out 8 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 9
At a Glance At a Glance Focus on English through 2, 3, 4 or 5 week 15 hours English Focus on English through Available for all language 2, 3, 4 or 5 week 15 hours English Upper intermediate to subjects such as history, courses tuition each week varied activities and projects levels courses tuition each week advanced levels science and creative writing. General English Summer Study Why Choose General English? How We Teach: Making English Fun Why Choose Summer Study? How We Teach: Making English Fun Build English, Build Confidence. Activating what you learn. Build English, Build Confidence. Activating what you learn. In our General English course, students will always We have designed our lessons following a modern, Our Summer Study course consists of 15 hours of We believe that students learn best when they are practice what they have learned during the lesson. communicative approach. The language that is taught in lessons per week and is available to students of an Upper actively applying language in practice. For this reason, our Teachers will provide students with fun and challenging each lesson is activated in communicative tasks, activities Intermediate to Advanced level of English. Students will lessons are designed to be communicative, meaning that speaking activities which allow students to practise the and projects, so that each student interacts in English benefit from a content-based learning approach, which our students are constantly using English in an interactive language they have studied during the lesson. Activating throughout the lesson. By using language in a creative and provides them with the opportunity to develop their way. This way students not only develop their language language through practice is an important step in the imaginative way, the course builds both language skills and English language skills through the study of popular skills, but their confidence in using English too. language learning process. the confidence to use the language in real-world situations. school subjects. These subjects include English Literature, Creative Writing, History, Science and Geography, and Time to Shine Learning Language and Time to Shine the syllabus has been designed specifically for our 11 to Dynamic and varied research projects. 15-year-old students. Using Language Fun, collaborative, research and presentation tasks. As part of our Time to Shine programme, our Summer Using English in a meaningful way. For General English’s Time to Shine, students will take part in a creative, communicative and challenging project. Learning Language Through the Study students will use the subject knowledge they have developed each week, and create engaging and thought- General English focuses on building both language knowledge and language skills. Students will develop their Examples of such projects include: giving presentations Study of Other Subjects provoking presentations. This communicative and based on the students’ own research; fun and collaborative collaborative task enables students to utilise a variety understanding of vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, Using English in a meaningful way. team challenges, and class competitions. of 21st century skills. reading and writing, and activate this knowledge in The course uses a variety of materials, ranging from challenging and dynamic activities, projects and tasks. famous works of literature to scientific case studies, and The course emphasises using language in spoken covers both classic and modern elements of each subject. “My son has improved his English level, interactions as the most effective method of activating Lessons focus on spoken interaction, including classroom “I liked Summer Study because we did what has been learned, and gaining confidence in using reading, speaking and writing. The lessons discussions, debates, improvisation and fun topic-based a lot of different things. My classes are this knowledge. are both good at academic level and great activities. This helps students develop their understanding so much fun.” for summer.” of both the subject, and the English language used to discuss the subject. Mayuri, Student, Japan Nuria, Parent, Spain 10 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 11
At a Glance At a Glance Focus on Teamwork, 15 hours tuition 15 hours tuition Focus on Negotiation, 2 week course Presentation, Leadership, Intermediate and above 2 week course Intermediate and above each week each week Diplomacy, Critical Thinking Entrepreneurship Introduction to Business International Relations Why Choose Introduction to How We Teach Why Choose Introduction How We Teach Business? Introduction to Business is an interactive course in which to International Relations? Introduction to International Relations is an interactive the students are fully active in spoken English throughout. course in which the students are fully active in spoken Introduction to Business is a 30-hour course in which This focus on communicative learning is the ideal way Introduction to International Relations is a 30-hour English throughout and, alongside developing their students gain knowledge and practical experience of key for students to understand how the theory of business is course which introduces students to major concepts in subject knowledge, students are provided with the perfect concepts in international business. The course focuses realised in practice. world politics. It has been designed especially for 11- to opportunity to build on their English language fluency. on learning about fundamental Business concepts and 15-year-old students and challenges our students to think building English language proficiency through interactive and communicative project work and team-building Time to Shine about important geopolitical issues through a series of communicative tasks, role-plays and discussions. Time to Shine exercises. Designing and developing a start-up business is the In Introduction to International Relations’ Time to project given for Introduction to Business’ Time to Shine. Learning and Doing Shine, students will take part in a Model United Nations Learning and Doing This business will showcase students’ learning in the This course develops key skills in presentation, negotiation simulation, in which they will represent different following areas: branding, marketing, finance, market countries, as per sittings of the United Nations Security This interactive course teaches the essentials of business research and product design. For their Time to Shine and diplomacy. By taking on the roles of political leaders Council, in order to resolve a hypothetical international through a fun and interactive project in which students presentation, students will pitch their business idea during role-play assignments, our students are able to dispute. In this simulation, students will showcase create a product and pitch their creation to a panel of (including webpage and business plan) to a panel apply what they have learned to present their ideas, their skills in diplomacy, negotiation, consultation judges. Students develop both their theoretical and of judges. negotiate resolutions and deal with hypothetical crisis and conflict resolution. practical knowledge of business practice and know-how. situations. “As a parent, I felt welcome and well informed. My son is also praising the “Thank you for such a great experience my daughter had and for a very nice structure whole SBC staff at the Canford Summer School for their efforts and care.” to the summer. She already mentioned she would like to go again next year.” Piotr, Parent, Poland Roberta, Parent, Sweden 12 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 13
At a Glance 15 hours tuition Focus on problem solving, 2 week course Intermediate and above each week team work, critical thinking Introduction to STEM Why Choose STEM at SBC Canford? Learning Through STEM Projects STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Over half of the Introduction to STEM course at SBC Mathematics. This is an ideal course for students who Canford will be practical project work, which students wish to influence scientific and technological development will complete in collaboration with their classmates. In in the future. STEM at SBC Canford instructs students in learning through interactive project work, students will how to apply each of these four academic disciplines to not only develop their knowledge of Science, Technology, solve real-world scientific and technological challenges, Engineering and Mathematics, but also develop their such as in the fields of robotics, engineering, and design. ability to communicate, collaborate, solve problems and take the initiative as part of a team. What Will Students Learn? As Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics are Time to Shine integrated together in the course syllabus, students will Each STEM project will ask students in groups to research, develop informed values and attitudes with regards to how evaluate, design and develop a scientific or technological each discipline contributes to the biological, technological idea. As the culmination of each project, students will be and physical world. Students will learn about the dependent asked to prepare a presentation and demonstration of “I like all of the things relationship between each discipline, and about how the their scientific findings and technological design. By asking four disciplines influence society when combined. students to take part in such research and development in my lessons. It was the tasks which culminate in presentations, we will not only build our students’ knowledge of STEM subjects, but their best two weeks English language skills as well. of my life.” “Thank you for everything! Laetitia had a really great time at SBC Canford, Veronika, Student, Israel she didn’t want to come back home!” Caroline, Parent, Lebanon 14 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 15
Afternoon Activities Multi-Activity Programme Our excellent grounds and first class facilities provide the ideal environment for students to participate in our extensive afternoon Activity Programme. The mixed nationality activity groups ensure that students continue to practise and develop their English speaking skills outside of the classroom. On 4 days a week students will have 2 afternoon activity sessions. There are different activity options every afternoon, and students will have up to 6 different activities each day to choose from, which include: • Swimming • Face Painting • English sports • Yoga “I love SBC! All the • Basketball • Fitness circuits • Volleyball • Music workshops activities are fun and I • • Football Cookery • • Cricket Water polo made many new friends • • Arts & Crafts Adventure trail • • Photo challenges Blogging here! I will come back.” Additionally, on 1 afternoon each week students will Tina, Student, China participate in a whole school activity, such as ‘Challenge Day’, where all students will complete exciting and fun challenges in teams. 16 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 17
English Plus+ We offer optional English Plus+ courses with students able to select one choice each week, at an additional cost. Our English Plus+ programme provides students with an opportunity to engage in exciting new activities and classes or to develop existing interests and skills. The English Plus+ courses take place on two afternoons per week, replacing the Multi-Activity Programme. The English Plus+ courses available are: Intensive English: Speaking Horse Riding Students are taught by British Horse Society approved This course is suitable for students with an Intermediate to instructors at their school in the New Forest, which provides Advanced level of English. Students will build confidence in some of the finest countryside riding in the South of England. English by taking part in stimulating conversations and debates Beginners or experienced riders receive tuition in riding and aimed to develop speaking and listening skills with a focus on looking after horses. pronunciation and fluency. Adventure Sports Intensive English: Writing This course is for our adventurous students and offers activities such as Bushcraft, High Ropes, Archery, Mountain Biking and This course is suitable for students with an Intermediate to Paint Balling. All activities take place off-site and are run by Advanced level of English. Students will develop their written professional instructors. English skills in a fun and interactive way, and focus on producing short stories, journalistic articles and poetry to gain confidence in their written accuracy and flair. Watersports Students can make the most of spending their summer by the General English Extra sea by joining our Water Sports course. This course offers a fun mix of water sports such as Sailing, Surfing, Paddle Boarding and Kayaking for all abilities. Led by qualified instructors, Suitable for students with an A1 or A2 level of English, this course students will learn and develop their skills in each of the activities. offers students extra General English lessons so as to achieve a broad improvement in all areas of English. Students will focus on building their vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. A great course for students to quickly build “Art and Design was my favourite activity. confidence and further improve their English language level. We were taught so many things and it was really fun.” Street Dance An Ling, Student, Hong Kong Students will love our dynamic and vibrant dance classes where they receive tuition in modern styles and street dance by a dance instructor. This course is open to students of all abilities. Art & Design This 2 week course is for creative students looking to develop their artistic skills. Students will focus on painting, sculpture and drawing, creating their own portfolio over the 2 week period. 18 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 19
Evening Excursions Activities Each week our students enjoy 2 full days* visiting some of the UK’s famous tourist attractions. The Excursion Programme combines a mixture of cultural and historic visits with fun-filled days out and a little time for souvenir shopping. The Excursion Programme includes: Our creative and varied Evening Programme is a very important part of the summer school experience, providing fantastic opportunities for students to have fun and socialise together. Bournemouth & the Beach The Evening Programme can include: Students will spend the day exploring the coastal town of Bournemouth. With seven miles of golden sand and sparkling sea, plus a vast variety of shops, cafés • Silly Olympics and gardens, there is something for everyone. • Fashion Shows • Games Nights www.bournemouth.co.uk • Movie Nights • Make a Music Video • Capture the Flag • Discos Oxford • Talent Nights • Sports Tournaments A trip to the picturesque university town of Oxford, also known as the • Team Challenges ‘City of Dreaming Spires’. Includes a walking tour, a punting boat trip • Wild West Night on the River Thames and enough time for some shopping. www.visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com Evening Trips In addition to the two full day excursions, our students can look forward to another trip off site with a great Thorpe Park evening of entertainment at Splashdown Water Park. Enjoy an exhilarating day out at one of the nation’s most popular theme parks, with over thirty extreme rides and attractions, and one of the world’s most exciting roller coasters! www.thorpepark.com Bath Students will get to enjoy the historic city of Bath, visiting the famous Roman Baths and learning about their 2000 year history. The day continues in the wonderful city of Bath with its stunning architecture and students can soak up the atmosphere of this beautiful city with time for some shopping. www.visitbath.co.uk “My daughter not only made London many new friends but gained A trip to the UK would not be complete without a visit to the bustling capital a lot in terms of exposure, city of London. During the excursion, students will spend the day in the capital exploring some of its many great attractions, such as Big Ben, Trafalgar Square confidence and team work.” and the London Eye. www.visitlondon.com Suha, Parent, Jordan *There is one full day excursion during the departure week. 20 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 21
Student Welfare The staff members at SBC Canford Summer School are friendly, dedicated professionals who are passionate about working with children from all around the world. The welfare of our students is our main priority at all times, both on-site at the school and off-site during excursions and trips. We have 1 member of staff to every 6 students, ensuring that our students feel supported and cared for every moment of their stay with us. Student Support Managers Teachers “Gorgeous location, extremely nice and caring staff. Our son was From the moment you book, your dedicated Student The 6 different English course options are all taught homesick for the first two nights but with the help of the really Support Manager is there to answer your questions and make sure that you and your child are ready for summer. by our professionally qualified teachers, with two 90 minute lessons taking place on five mornings each week. wonderful staff it was no problem at all. Best thing: We got a happy During summer, they will help with any welfare issues, Our teachers also assist in ensuring the general welfare communicate frequent updates and to provide general of students, as well as playing their part in leading the and self-confident kid back! Thank you very much!” ongoing help to parents. Our experienced team is activities and excursions. committed to answering your questions within 1 working day, in order to provide thorough assistance. Kirsten, Parent, Germany Activity Leaders Summer School Management Our Activity Leaders are responsible for implementing the Activity Programme and Excursion Programme. Our Management team take responsibility for every The Activity Leaders ensure that the students are aspect of student welfare, along with the day to day enjoying the activities, that they are having fun and running of the school. The Director of Studies oversees practising their English. the Academic Programme, whilst the Summer School Director, supported by the Office Coordinator, Welfare Coordinator, Student Director and House Parents ensure Safeguarding that the students are fully engaged in summer school Summer Boarding Courses is committed to safeguarding life and are happy and well during their stay. The Social and promoting the welfare of children. We have a Programme Coordinator leads the team of Activity comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Leaders to provide a dynamic and engaging Activity and procedures in place which all employees, volunteers Programme. Together, all of our Managers see that every and contractors must to adhere to. aspect of the school runs smoothly, safely and offers every child the chance to participate fully. House Parents House Parents are key members of the summer school “Magnificent! All the staff team whose main duty is overseeing the welfare of our students. The House Parents are always available in the were outstanding.” boarding houses and also help during break and meal times. They offer our students a friendly face with whom Yousef, Student, Egypt they can discuss any specific welfare issues. 22 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 23
Booking your child’s visit to SBC Travel Information Canford Summer School Students’ travel to and from England must be booked and paid for independently. Once your booking with us has been confirmed, we will ask you to provide us with your child’s travel information as early as possible. This is very important so that we can arrange airport transfers if required. Prices and Dates Transfers Prices, dates and supplementary fees information can be found on our website at For an additional cost we offer an Airport Transfer www.sbccanford.co.uk Service to and from SBC Canford Summer School on the published arrival and departure dates. Students arriving to and departing from Heathrow Application Form airport can use our Airport Coach Transfer Service which operates between 09.00 and 16.00. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment, as there are a limited number of places at SBC Canford On arrival at Heathrow airport, all students are met Summer School and we may be full by April. Booking by a member of SBC staff who will be wearing a can be made online on our website - bright yellow SBC t-shirt. Similarly when departing www.summerboardingcourses.co.uk/make-a-booking. from Heathrow airport our staff will accompany all students and assist with the check-in procedure at Once your form has been received, one of our Student the airport. Support Managers will be in touch to confirm your booking. If your child will be flying to the UK without a parent or guardian we recommend you request Unaccompanied Minor assistance direct from the Leeds airline. For more details on airport transfers please Manchester Confirmation of Place visit our website. For students arriving on flights before 09.00 and after 16.00 Summer Boarding Upon receipt of your completed booking form, Summer Courses can arrange a taxi transfer. Please contact Boarding Courses Ltd will send you confirmation of us for a quotation and further information. The Birmingham the student’s place, alongside an invoice and a SBC deadline for booking a transfer is the 21st June, Canford Summer School welcome pack. unfortunately a transfer may not be guaranteed Oxford after this date. Cardiff Heathrow Welcome Club BOURNEMOUTH Southampton Payment of Fees A deposit of £700 is required to secure your booking. Students using our Coach Transfer Service will be The remaining balance must be paid by 13th May accompanied from the main Arrivals Terminal to our 2019. Any bookings made after 13th May must be paid Welcome Club. Our Welcome Club is conveniently in full at the time of booking (upon receipt of invoice). located at one of the airport hotels and gives students a chance to relax after their flight, enjoy Please see the booking form for details of how to pay. some light refreshments and meet some of the Location other new students, before taking the next Coach SBC Canford Summer School Transfer to SBC Canford Summer School. Canford School, Wimborne Dorset, BH21 3AD UK Preparation for Summer Parent Transfer For all enquiries and correspondence please contact: Our Student Support Managers are on hand to answer Summer Boarding Courses Ltd any queries you may have about the summer from Parents or guardians are also welcome to bring info@summerboardingcourses.co.uk questions about the school, travel to the UK, hotel children to the school and collect them themselves. +44(0)1943 878518 recommendations to Visa applications and much more. Set arrival and pick up times are published in the We will also stay in regular contact to ensure that we welcome pack. have all the information we require from you. SBC Canford Summer School is operated by Summer Boarding Courses Ltd. Summer Boarding Courses is an independent company and does not act as the agent of Canford School Trust Ltd. Canford School Trust Ltd accepts no liability in respect of contractual obligations undertaken by Summer Boarding Courses or in respect of acts of omissions of Summer Boarding Courses or its employees or agents. 24 | summerboardingcourses.co.uk SBC Canford Summer School | 25
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