London Teenager Programme
- All-inclusive residential packages for teenagers aged 13-17
- Superb campus in Kensington Square, central London with garden,
all-weather playing area and 24-hour security
- There is a maximum of 65 residential students so close supervision and
personal attention is guaranteed
- Accommodation is on campus with full board in single rooms with
internet access
- Choice of programmes to suit different interest
- An English-speaking environment, with teenagers from all over the world
Campus
The programme takes place at Heythrop
College, a small self-contained campus
which is part of the University of London.
The entrance is in beautiful Kensington
Square, near Kensington High Street
Underground station in zone 1. The
campus itself is arranged around a lovely
garden with an all-weather playing surface
for tennis and team games. It is a unique,
private and secluded world in the centre
of Kensington, only 10 minutes’ walk away
from the main Frances King School.
Teachers
Our teachers are friendly, enthusiastic and
caring, offering fun imaginative classes for
all ages and abilities.
Students live on campus in a multi-storey
residence. There are 11 single rooms per
floor with separate male and female floors.
One or two staff members stay on each
floor. There is Internet access via students’
own laptops. Each room has a wash basin
and Internet point. Showers and toilets are
shared. All meals are taken on campus. There
is a choice of options for breakfast, lunch and
dinner, including a vegetarian option.
Daily routine
Breakfast is from 8.00-9.00. Classes
take place from 9.00-13.00. Lunch is
from 13.00-14.00. There are afternoon
activities until about 17.30. Dinner is from
18.00-19.00 followed by quiet time to do
homework and keep in touch with family
and friends. Evening activities take place on
campus every night.
Free time
Students of ages 16 and 17, with parental
permission, may leave the campus in
pairs or small groups after dinner until the
evening activities start.
Excursions take place in the London area
where there is a wealth of attractions.
Excursions may include a river trip to
Greenwich, and bus or train to Hampton
Court, Windsor or Brighton.
Discover London – topics
- History of London
- History of Tower Bridge
- London architectural styles
- The Royal Places
- London – a green city
- Museums – British Museum, Science Museum
Workshops and activities include:
- Sightseeing – visits with teachers to London’s top 5 attractions
- Around London sightseeing tour
- Visits to the Museum of London and the Science Museum
- Visit to Royal Insitute of British
- Architects centre
- Tour of Kew Gardens
Fashion and Style – topics
- History of fashion
- Fashion magazines – selecting the best
- Paris vs Milan vs New York vs London
- Fashion in Japan
Workshops and activities include:
- A department Store behind the scenes
- Visits to the Fashion Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum
Sports fanatic – topics
- History of footbal
- Sporting heroes
- Sport and society
Workshops and activities include:
- Tour of Chelsea or Arsenal stadium Football and baseball in the park
London Teenager Programme – Residential (48)
| Max Class Size |
15 |
| Lessons Per Week |
20
Special interest workshops/visits per week: 3 |
| Course Length (Weeks) |
2, 3, 4 and 6 |
| Levels |
Elementary and above |
| Course Length and Starting Date |
2012:
2 week course: July 1, 15, 29
3 week course: July 1, 22
4 week course: July 1, 15
6 week course: July 1
Arrivals are on Sundays, departures on Saturdays. |
| Timetable |
- |
London Teenager Programme – Day School (49)
| Max Class Size |
15 |
| Lessons Per Week |
20
Special interest workshops/visits per week: 3 |
| Course Length (Weeks) |
2, 3, 4 and 6 |
| Levels |
Elementary and above |
| Course Length and Starting Date |
2011:
2 week course: July 1, 15, 29
3 week course: July 1, 22
4 week course: July 1, 15
6 week course: July 1
Arrival date: one day before course start date |
| Timetable |
Tuition and activities as for residential programme without accommodation, breakfast or dinner. Students should be dropped off at 8.30 and collected again at 17.45 From Monday to Saqtur |
Example Week – Sports Fanatic
| Week1 |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
| 8.00-9.00 |
Breakfast and morning meeting |
| Morning 9.00-12.00 |
Placement Test |
English lessons |
English lessons |
Excursion |
English lessons |
English lessons |
| Late morning 12.00-13.00 |
First English lessons |
History of Football |
Sporting heroes |
Best sports videos |
Team games |
| 13.00-14.00 |
Lunchtime |
Lunchtime |
| Afternoon 14.00-17.30 |
Round London Sightseeing Tour |
Guided canal walk |
Tour of Chelsea stadium |
Football and baseball in the park |
Covent Garden tour |
| 18.30-20.00 |
Dinner |
| Evening |
Club time games |
Film night |
Karaoke |
Talent show |
Club time |
Wii games |
Week 1 Sunday: Arrival, orientation and welcome
General Notes
Please do not enrol online for the Teenager programme, but use the forms attached on the boxes on the right and email, fax or post them to us
The programme consists of:
- 15 lessons a week of General English
- 5 lessons a week of one of these options: Discover London, Fashion and Style or Sports Fan
- Three workshops and visits related to the option
- Other fun activities in afternoons and evenings
- Weekly full day excursion in the London area
For everyone:
- Guided walks – canal, Carnaby Street, Covent Garden, Royal London
- Evening activities – talent contest, karaoke, Wii games, charades, board games, welcome party, farewell party, student exhibition and barbeque