Summer School and Camp – Summer School based in the UK

Bromsgrove has a reputation that goes back over 500 years. As one of the UK’s top boarding schools we welcome pupils from over 50 different nationalities and we have extensive experience in the needs of young people living away from home. We are proud to be able to offer our summer visitors a true taste of what a traditional boarding school has to offer, as well as let them take advantage of our fantastic location to enjoy the very best of what England offers – from scenic walks on the Malvern Hills to thrilling rides at the many adventure parks within easy reach of us.

Bromsgrove is one of the top ten day and boarding schools in the UK, we excel at sports; our sports facilities are extensive and, like our 100 acres of grounds, are well maintained. Another area of strength is Music and Drama and many of our Summer School activities take advantage of our superb theatre and music performance spaces. Our boarding houses are modern and comfortable, with plenty of spaces for youngsters to spend time together.

Bromsgrove School’s Summer School has been running for over 10 years. In that time we are proud to have built an experience for our summer visitors which is both fulfilling and rewarding. This year we are offering a wide range of courses:

• Intensive English Language Course combined with STEM subjects, Performing Arts or Multi Activities
• Advanced English Course combined with STEM subjects, Performing Arts or Multi Activities
• University Application Preparation Course

All programmes include time out of the classroom for fun activities and for full or half day excursions.

Courses, depending on ability, are for children aged 8 to 11 and 12 to 15.

Summer School class sizes at Bromsgrove are kept small which means all students can benefit from our specialist teaching. Where students take part in group project work, classes may be slightly larger – these sessions give the groups an opportunity to present their work to other students at the end of the project.

Daily Schedule

Meal Times
Breakfast 07.45 (weekends may be earlier ) Lunch 12.30 Dinner 18.30
Lesson Times
Juniors Lesson One 08.45 - 10.30 Lesson Two 10.45 - 12.35 Teens Lesson One 14.00 - 15.40 Lesson Two 16.00 - 17.45
Evening Activities
20.00 - 21.30
Bedtimes
Juniors 21.30 Teens 22.30

Intensive English Language Programme
Juniors (8 – 11 years) and Seniors (12-15 years)
The course is aimed at those whose level of English is beginner or intermediate.
Students take a placement test and questionnaire on arrival so that they can be placed in the best class for their needs, dependent on age and English ability. The ages, number and ability of students change week to week, and we adapt class levels to ensure they match students’ needs.

Half the day is spent in intensive English lessons, taught by specialist teachers from International House, Bristol. The English lessons will develop practical language skills in an English speaking environment, speaking and writing skills using a topic-based approach and oral communication skills though debates and presentations. Each student will receive 20 hours of English tutoring a week.

At the end of the two week course pupils will have

• Strengthened their grammar
• Developed confidence and accuracy in speaking
• Improved their writing skills
• Improved their reading ability
• Increased their listening skills

The other half of the day is spent in one of the supplementeary programmes or going on external trips. All participants take part in the Multi-Activity Programme or you may choose to take part in Stem Subjects or Performing Arts instead.

Advanced English Course
For those students who already have a good level of spoken and written English we offer an advanced English course which will build on existing skills and also offers sessions in debating, public speaking, creative writing, magazine writing, report writing and presentations. The course is taught by specialist teachers from International House, Bristol

Both the Intensive English and Advanced English can be combined with Multi Activities, STEM course or the Performing Arts course.

MULTI ACTIVITIES Course Juniors (8 – 11) and Seniors (12-15)
Half of the day is spent in activities or going on external trips. Each day is full of a massive range of fun activities including creative arts and technology, dance, fitness, football, tennis cookery, team games and just about anything else we can think of!

PERFORMING ARTS Course Juniors (8 – 11) and Seniors (12-15)
Fancy developing your singing, music composition, dance and drama skills? This course is aimed at anyone from beginner to those with some previous knowledge and experience.
Drama workshops will get you working on your communication and get you to be creative, using your imagination to put on small performances and showcasing your skills.
Learn how to use your voice and sing with others in a brand new choir.
Work with a composer to create your own music.
Learn how to express yourself in Dance workshops.

STEM Course Juniors (8 – 11) and Seniors (12-15)
STEM Summer Course immerses students in the English language combined with a variety of fun, educational and practical workshops, introducing the STEM subject areas with the aim of stimulating their interest and fostering a life-long interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths.

The course covers some very exciting subjects as well as some planned off site visits and time spent in our Observatory star gazing.

University Preparation Course for 13 – 16 year olds
This is a stand-alone course. The course is for pupils who want to get a head-start on university applications for both the UK and world universities. The exciting programme offers the opportunity to visit some of the top UK universities. Time in the classroom will include Morrisby profile testing, how to prepare personal statement, university style lectures and interview practice. We will also organise trips to some of the top UK university campuses.

Week One	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday	Monday
Breakfast 08:00 - 08:45
Morning 08:45-12:35	Arrival day	Testing/English preparation for lessons/ activities	Lessons/Activitiess 08:45-10:30 Break Lessons/Activities 10:45-12:35	Lessons/Activities 08:45-10:30 Break Lessons/Activities 10:45-12:35	Stratford Upon Avon and Warwick Trip	London	Lessons/Activities 08:45-10:30 Break Lessons/Activities 10:45-12:35
Lunch 12:40 - 14:00
Afternoon 14:00-17:45	Arrival day Welcome meetings and school tours	Testing/English preparation for lessons/ activities	Lessons/Activities 14:00-15:40 Break Lessons/Activities 16:00-17:45	Lessons/Activities 14:00-15:40 Break Lessons/Activities 16:00-17:45	Stratford Upon Avon and Warwick Trip	London	Lessons/Activities 14:00-15:40 Break Lessons/Activities 16:00-17:45
Supper 18:30 - 19:30 Pizzas McDonalds 18:00 - 19:00
Evening 20:00-21:30	Volleyball/ Badminton	Welcome Disco “Black & White” theme	Speed Dating/ Indoor & Outdoor Sports	Bromsgrove 2014 “Mini-Olympics	Film Night/ Indoor Sports		Chill-out/ DVDs

Week Two	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday	Monday
Breakfast 08:00 - 08:45
Morning 08:45-12:35	Lessons/Activities 08:45-10: Break Lessons/Activities 10:45-12:35	Lessons/Activities 08:45-10:30 Break Lessons/Activities 10:45-12:35	Lessons/Activities 08:45-10:30 Break Lessons/Activities 10:45-12:35	Lessons/Activities 08:45-10:30 Break Lessons/Activities 10:45-12:35	Oxford/Bath Trip	Drayton Manor Theme Park & Zoo	Lessons/Activities 08:45-10:30 Break Lessons/Activities 10:45-12:35
Lunch 12:40 - 14:00
Afternoon 14:00-17:45	Lessons/Activities 14:00-15:40 Break Lessons/Activities 16:00-17:45	Lessons/Activities 14:00-15:40 Break Lessons/Activities 16:00-17:45	Lessons/Activities 14:00-15:40 Break Lessons/Activities 16:00-17:45	Lessons/Activities 14:00-15:40 Break Lessons/Activities 16:00-17:45	Oxford/Bath Trip	Drayton Manor Theme Park & Zoo	Lessons/Activities 14:00-15:40 Break Lessons/Activities 16:00-17:45
Supper 18:30 - 19:30
Evening 20:00-21:30	Dodgeball/ Badminton	The Great Egg Race/ Spaghetti Challenge	Bingo/ Splash Disco	“Bromsgrove’s Got Talent” Talent Show	DVDs/ Volleyball	DVDs	Farewell Disco/ Awards Ceremony “Fancy Dress”

Evenings and Weekends

Evening and Weekend Activities
The weekend evening activity programme embodies our spirit of fun, and is central to helping our students build friendships across ages and nationalities. All our students join together for a wide variety of activities, including talent shows, discos, karaoke evenings, film nights, quiz nights, mini olympics, board game nights and many more fun activities.

Full day excursions are included to destinations such as Alton Towers, Drayton Manor, Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Oxford and London.

Additional optional trips to the cinema, bowling and shopping can be arranged (these may incur an extra charge).

Sample Evening Activity programme

Week One
Day 1	Ice Breaker Activities Sports Arena
Day 2	Welcome Party Drama Studio
Day 3	Sports Night (Table tennis, Badmintion, Basketball, Volleyball, Football Etc) Sports Pitches / Arena
Day 4	Juniors Mini Olympics Seniors Speed chatting
Day 5	Film Night or Free Time Sports
Day 6	Film Night or Free Time Sports
Day 7	Trashy Fashion Show

Week Two
Day 1	Mini Games - Giant Jenga, Twister, Arts and Crafts, Face Painting
Day 2	Bowling Evening
Day 3	Sports Night (Table tennis, Badmintion, Basketball, Volleyball, Football Etc) Sports Pitches / Arena
Day 4	Bromsgrove's Got Talent Show
Day 5	Film Night or Free Time Sports
Day 6	Film Night or Free Time Sports
Day 7	Leavers Silent Disco

Location
Bromsgrove is centrally located, just a 30 minute drive from Birmingham and its international airport and only 1 hour and 40 minutes from London Heathrow. Our central location gives us very easy access to many of the UK’s best tourist spots including London, Stratford, Warwick, Oxford, Alton Towers, Drayton Manor Theme Park, West Midlands Safari Park and more, meaning we can offer a fun and wide-ranging package of excursions.

Accommodation
At Bromsgrove, boarding Houses are modern and comfortable; they all have extensive and reliable wi-fi and common areas for relaxing at the end of the day. All rooms are ensuite with the option of single, double or triple rooms. Our bright and cosy rooms provide a comfortable and reassuring space for students to relax and sleep. Rooms are allocated depending on numbers, but in general, older students have priority for the single rooms. Our boarding staff are enthusiastic, supportive and caring, our aim is to create a home from home atmosphere. We offer a laundry service twice a week for our Summer School.

Food
All food is prepared on-site in our modern kitchens. Meals are taken centrally in the Dining Hall where there is a wide variety of choice. Our dining hall is large, light and airy, the food is freshly prepared on site in the modern kitchens by our team of in-house chefs. Nutritionally balanced hot and cold food options, with plentiful salad and fruit are always on offer. Vegetarian, vegan and other special diets can be catered for. If you are lucky enough to have a birthday during your stay we will help you to celebrate with a special cake. All meals, snacks, drinks and packed lunches for excursions are included in the fee.

Medical Care
We have onsite medical facilities and our staff are first aid trained.

Mobile Phone Policy
Whilst we do allow students to bring their mobile phones, we request that they are switched off during activities and at bedtime. All Juniors are required to hand in their phones each night. If you want to contact your child during their time here, we provide you with an email address for their Houseparent who can arrange a time for a phone call that is convenient for you and them.

Security
Our aim is for all the young people who come to spend some of their summer with us to feel safe and comfortable. All the staff at summer school understand the needs of youngsters away from home, and are always on hand to smooth out any difficulties. We pride ourselves on offering exceptional pastoral care in a safe environment. All our staff are DBS police checked. The School has thorough safety and security systems to protect your child during their stay. The School has thorough safety and security systems to protect your child during their stay; we are a secure walled campus with coded entry/exit gates and we have manned gatehouse where visitors must sign in.

Transport
Transport to and from Birmingham International Airport and London Heathrow are included in the fee. If you require collection from another airport or outside the core hours of 8.00am - 6.00pm, there will be an additional charge.

Unaccompanied Minors
We are happy to assist with the arrival and departure of unaccompanied children. It is the responsibility of the family to ensure that this service is available and booked with the airline, and that all necessary paperwork is handed over to us.

Course dates
Course 1 Tuesday 2nd July – Tuesday 16th July
Course 2 Tuesday 16th July – Tuesday 30th July
All courses run for two weeks from Tuesday to Tuesday. Additional weeks (up to four weeks in total) can be added to include any of the other courses that are running at the same time.

Course Fees
Two week course £2,425 additional weeks £1,212
Please contact us for group rates.

The course fee includes transport to/from Birmingham or Heathrow airports at specified times, three meals a day, laundry service once a week, all teaching and school-based activities, four full-day excursions/trips each fortnight free Wifi and access to PCs.

Payment of 50% of the fee is due with registration, the final 50% is payable six weeks before arrival. Payments can be made securely online – we will send you payment information with the booking form.

Additional Costs
Optional half-day excursions (additional £15 charge per pupil per trip applies)
A supplement of £150 for airport transfer outside of the core hours of 8.00am - 6.00pm

The Admissions Process
Please complete the online enquiry form, we will check availability of places and then send you a link to our online booking form. Payment of 50% of the fee is due with registration.
Information you will need to complete includes:

• Chosen course and dates wishing to attend
• Your child’s personal data including full name, date of birth, sex, nationality, place of birth, first language, any special needs or disabilities
• Your child’s medical history including doctor’s details, vaccination history, allergies, food intolerances, any serious illnesses
• Level of English achieved, we may ask for additional information such as recent school reports
• Parent (or legal guardian) contact information

When you are ready to book a place, you can book securely on online using this link: Bromsgrove Summer School Bookings

We take both individual and group bookings, the Summer School Co-ordinator can advise on group rates and availability of places.

Need more information?
Please contact the Summer School Co-ordinator, Mrs Julie Cross, by email and she will be happy to answer any questions and advise you about availability of places. summerschool@bromsgrove-school.co.uk or telephone us on +44 1527 579679 ext 214