English Summer Boarding School Experience in Abbotsholme School

Course Description: English Summer Boarding School Experience in Abbotsholme School

The Abbotsholme Summer Boarding School Experience offers students aged 11–17 a dynamic and fully immersive introduction to authentic British boarding school life. Carefully designed to be both educational and unforgettable, the programme combines General English learning with a rich variety of sports, creative activities, adventure experiences, and cultural excursions.

Students live on campus in comfortable boarding houses, developing independence, confidence, and responsibility while fully embracing the rhythms of boarding school life. Beyond the classroom, each day encourages personal growth through teamwork, leadership challenges, and continuous communication in English within a supportive international community.

A major highlight of the programme is the five full-day cultural excursions, allowing students to explore iconic UK destinations while using English in real-world situations. Throughout their stay, students build lasting friendships with peers from around the world, strengthening cross-cultural understanding and social confidence.

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📚 English Language Learning

Students receive 15 hours of General English tuition per week, delivered by fully qualified native English-speaking teachers.

Course features include:

• 👥 Maximum 15 students per class

• ✍️ Focus on grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, speaking, and listening

• 🗣️ Communication-focused lessons to build real-life confidence

• 🤝 Small-group teaching for personalised support and faster progress

• 🎭 Interactive learning through discussions, role-plays, presentations, and collaborative tasks

• 🌍 Cultural learning to help students use English naturally in a British environment

• 🎓 End-of-course certificate and report card

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🎯 On-Site Boarding School Activities

A varied daily programme ensures students remain active, engaged, and inspired.

Sports & Creative Activities:

• ⚽ Football, tennis, volleyball, basketball

• 🎨 Arts & crafts

• 🎭 Dance and drama workshops

Adventure & Team-Building:

• 🚣 Kayaking

• 🛶 Raft building

• 🧗 Climbing wall & bouldering

• 🥾 Hiking and navigation in the Peak District

These activities encourage teamwork, resilience, leadership, and confidence—both on and off the field.

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🗺️ Fantastic Cultural Excursions (5 Full Days)

Students enjoy five full-day excursions, offering unforgettable cultural and recreational experiences:

• 🎸 Liverpool – including entrance to the Beatles Museum

• 🏰 Stratford-upon-Avon & Warwick Castle

• 🎢 Alton Towers Theme Park

• 🇬🇧 London Weekend Experience

• Overnight hotel stay

• Royalty & Politics walking tour

• Visit to the British Museum

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🏡 Accommodation & Boarding Life

• 🛏️ Boarding school accommodation in twin, triple, or quad rooms

• 🚿 Shared bathrooms

• 🍽️ Full board – three nutritious meals per day

• 🧺 Laundry facilities available

• 👩‍🏫 24/7 supervision and pastoral care from experienced staff

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✈️ Transfers

• 🚍 Transfers included for arrivals into Heathrow and Gatwick

• ⏰ Available between 08:00 and 18:00

🍽️ Meals & Nutrition

Students enjoy three nutritious meals per day, freshly prepared and served in the school’s dining hall.

• 🍳 Breakfast – A balanced selection of hot and cold options to fuel the day

• 🥗 Lunch – Hot meals with vegetarian and alternative options

• 🍽️ Dinner – Nutritious evening meals enjoyed together as a boarding community

The kitchen team is experienced in catering for all dietary requirements, including:

• Vegetarian

• Halal

• Gluten-free

• Allergy-aware diets

Special dietary needs can be accommodated when notified in advance, ensuring every student feels safe, well cared for, and energised for learning and activities.

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🕘 Sample Daily Timetable

A structured but varied daily schedule ensures the perfect balance of learning, activity, and relaxation.

Typical Weekday

• 07:45 – 08:30 → Breakfast

• 09:00 – 12:30 → Morning English lessons

• 12:30 – 13:30 → Lunch

• 14:00 – 17:30 → Afternoon activities, sports, or excursions

• 17:30 – 18:30 → Free time / showers

• 18:30 – 19:15 → Dinner

• 19:30 – 21:00 → Evening activities (games, socials, challenges)

• 21:30 → House time & wind-down

• 22:00 → Lights out

(Excursion days and weekends may vary slightly)

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🛡️ Supervision & Pastoral Care

Student wellbeing is at the heart of the Abbotsholme experience.

• 👩‍🏫 24/7 supervision from experienced boarding staff

• 🏠 Dedicated houseparents living on site

• ❤️ Trained welfare and pastoral support staff available at all times

• 👥 Strong staff-to-student ratios during lessons, activities, and excursions

Students are supported academically, socially, and emotionally, helping them feel safe, settled, and confident throughout their stay.

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✅ What’s Included in the Programme Fees

Everything students need for a complete boarding school experience is included:

• 📚 15 hours of English tuition per week

• ✏️ All learning materials

• 🏡 Full-board boarding school accommodation

• 🍽️ Three meals per day

• ⚽ Full on-site activity & adventure programme

• 🗺️ Five full-day cultural excursions

• 👩‍🏫 24/7 supervision and welfare support

• 🎓 End-of-course certificate and report card

• ✈️ Airport transfers (Heathrow & Gatwick, 08:00–18:00)

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🔑 Key Facts at a Glance

• ⏳ Duration: 14 nights

• 📘 English lessons: 15 hours per week

• 👥 Class size: Maximum 15 students

• 🏫 Accommodation: Boarding school residence

• 🍽️ Meals: Full board (3 meals daily)

• 🚌 Excursions: 5 full-day trips

• 🎓 Certification: End-of-course certificate & report

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🌟 Why Choose This Programme?

• Authentic British boarding school experience

• Strong balance of English learning, adventure, sport, and culture

• Small classes with personalised academic support

• Safe, supportive environment that builds independence and confidence

• Ideal for curious, globally minded young adventurers

The Abbotsholme Summer Boarding School Experience is perfect for students ready to boost their English, build confidence, and embrace new adventures—creating friendships, skills, and memories that will last a lifetime.