Art + Leadership Summer Camp at Bromsgrove School in UK

Course Description: Art + Leadership Summer Camp at Bromsgrove School in UK

We are delighted to offer Bromsgrove School as one of our most prestigious summer school locations. Welcoming students from around the world, Bromsgrove provides an outstanding environment for academic progress, personal growth, and cultural discovery.

As one of the UK’s most historic boarding schools, Bromsgrove combines elegant traditional architecture with cutting-edge modern facilities. Located in the heart of the Midlands and within easy reach of Birmingham, the campus offers a safe, inspiring, and well-connected setting for students to improve their English while experiencing British life.

Recent campus developments include a state-of-the-art performing arts centre, an extensive sports complex, and newly refurbished boarding houses. Residential accommodation is of a very high standard, with en-suite bathrooms throughout to ensure comfort, privacy, and wellbeing.

Campus Facilities

• Single, twin, and quad en-suite bedrooms

• Modern, fully equipped classrooms

• Dedicated performing arts centre

• 25-metre indoor swimming pool

• Extensive sports facilities and outdoor pitches

Creative Arts Programme 🎨🎭

The Creative Arts Programme offers students an inspiring and hands-on introduction to the world of artistic expression, creativity, and visual storytelling. Designed for students who enjoy exploring ideas through art and design, this programme provides a supportive environment where imagination, experimentation, and skill development are actively encouraged.

Led by experienced creative practitioners, the programme introduces students to a broad range of artistic disciplines, allowing them to explore different mediums and styles while developing a strong creative foundation. Through guided workshops and practical projects, students are encouraged to express their ideas visually, think critically about their work, and refine their creative voice.

🎨 Creative Arts Focus Areas

• Drawing, sketching, and illustration techniques

• Painting and mixed-media experimentation

• Design fundamentals: colour, composition, and form

• Creative concept development and visual storytelling

• Project-based work and portfolio creation

Students work both independently and collaboratively, gaining confidence in presenting ideas, responding to feedback, and developing projects from concept to completion. The programme places strong emphasis on creative thinking, problem-solving, and originality, helping students learn how to turn abstract ideas into tangible outcomes.

Open to all levels of experience, the Creative Arts Programme supports beginners discovering their artistic interests as well as more experienced students looking to refine their technique. Instruction is adapted to individual ability, ensuring that every participant feels challenged, supported, and inspired.

Beyond technical skills, creative arts play a vital role in personal development. Students strengthen self-expression, confidence, communication, and critical thinking, while learning to approach challenges with curiosity and creativity — skills that are highly valuable across academic subjects and future careers.

✨ Why Choose Creative Arts?

• Expert-led workshops in a supportive creative environment

• Exposure to multiple artistic disciplines and techniques

• Emphasis on originality, experimentation, and creative confidence

• Portfolio-focused outcomes and practical skill development

This programme is ideal for students who are curious, imaginative, and eager to explore the creative process while developing artistic skills and personal expression in an engaging and structured setting.

🧠 Leadership Module (Interactive, Story-Led)

The Leadership Module goes beyond traditional leadership training, immersing students in a story-driven mission where communication, decision-making, and strategy are essential. Students take on roles as strategists, negotiators, and communicators, using English in real-time problem-solving scenarios.

Mission Framework (across two weeks)

Students collaborate within an evolving narrative that integrates:

• Economics – budgeting, trade, and resource allocation

• Politics – alliances, negotiations, and collective decision-making

• Marketing – persuasive messaging, campaigns, and pitches

• Crisis Management – adapting to unexpected challenges under pressure

Snapshot Lesson: Safe Zone Strategy Briefing

Teams analyse maps and live mission updates, assign leadership roles, design survival budgets, create campaign materials, and present their strategies to the Mission Council—before debating and defending their plans against rival teams.

Skills Developed

• Critical thinking and short- & long-term strategic planning

• Economics and resource management

• Negotiation, public speaking, and persuasive communication

• Resilience, adaptability, and teamwork in dynamic environments

This module equips students with real-world leadership skills, delivered through engaging storytelling that makes learning both meaningful and memorable.

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Accommodation & Student Welfare �*

Students stay in high-quality boarding accommodation located on campus. Bedrooms are arranged by age and gender to ensure comfort and safety, with staff available on site at all times.

Bedroom Options

• Single rooms

• Twin rooms

• Shared (quad) rooms

Bathroom Facilities

• En-suite bathrooms throughout

A strong pastoral system ensures students are well supported, with a staff-to-student ratio of 1:6, providing close supervision and individual care.

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Meals & Dining 🍽️

Students enjoy a wide variety of nutritious international meals prepared by an experienced catering team. Meals are served in a modern dining hall overlooking the school’s beautiful grounds, creating a welcoming and social dining environment.

Special dietary requirements—including vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and medical needs—can be accommodated. Families are encouraged to provide full details on the application form so arrangements can be made in advance.

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Excursions & Activities �*

Beyond the classroom, students take part in a rich programme of activities and excursions designed to enhance cultural understanding and build friendships.

• Two full-day excursions per week to iconic UK destinations

• Structured evening activities including games, talent shows, quizzes, and social events

• A balanced schedule combining learning, recreation, and relaxation

A Typical Day at Bromsgrove School ⏰

Each day is carefully structured to balance academic learning, activities, meals, and rest, ensuring students stay engaged, supported, and energised throughout their stay.

Weekday Schedule (Monday–Friday)

07:30 – Wake up

08:00 – 09:00 – Breakfast 🍳

09:30 – 11:00 – Lesson 1 (English)

11:00 – 11:15 – Morning break

11:15 – 12:45 – Lesson 2 (English)

12:45 – 13:45 – Lunch 🍽️

13:45 – 15:15 – Afternoon classes / Lab activities

15:15 – 15:30 – Afternoon break

15:30 – 17:00 – Afternoon classes / Lab activities

17:00 – 19:00 – Free time / relaxation / supervised social time

19:00 – 20:00 – Dinner 🍝

20:00 – 22:30 – Evening activities (games, shows, sports, quizzes)

23:00 – Lights out 🌙

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Arrival Day (Sunday)

Students arrive on campus on Sunday afternoon.

• Welcome activities run throughout the day

• Room check-in is available from mid-afternoon

• Evening welcome session and light activities

• Dinner included

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Excursion Days 🌍 (2+ week programmes)

On designated excursion days, the normal class schedule is replaced with a full-day trip to a major UK destination such as:

• London

• Oxford

• Alton Towers

• Stratford-upon-Avon

All meals, transport, and supervision are included on excursion days.

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Check-Out Day (Saturday)

• Breakfast included

• Departures throughout the day

• Staff available to assist with transfers and departures

*� Day Student Schedule

Day students attend the programme Monday to Friday and return home each evening, enjoying the full academic and activity experience during the day.

A Typical Day for Day Students:

• Check-in: 08:30 – 09:00

• Morning Assembly: 09:00

• English Lessons: 09:15 – 13:00

• Lunch: 13:00 – 14:00

• Afternoon Activities: 14:00 – 17:30

• Pick-up: 17:00 – 18:00

Day students take part in all English lessons, supervised activities, and lunch alongside residential students, ensuring they benefit from the same high-quality teaching and social experience—while returning home in the evening.

This option is ideal for local families or students staying nearby who prefer a non-residential experience without missing out on the full programme.

Please Note

• Evening activities, dinner, and overnight supervision are not included for day students.

• On excursion days, day student timings may vary slightly and will be communicated in advance.

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Arrival, Travel & Transfers ✈️

• Arrival Day: Sunday afternoon (earlier arrivals are welcome, though rooms may not be available until mid-afternoon)

• Closest Airport: Birmingham Airport (approximately 30 minutes away)

✈️ Transfer Information

Airport transfers are £30 each way for students whose flights arrive and depart within the following time windows:

Arrival (Sunday):

Flights landing between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM

Departure:

Flights departing between 12:00 PM and 9:00 PM

Supported Airports:

• London Heathrow (LHR)

• London Gatwick (LGW)

Students arriving within these times will be met by trained staff and transferred directly to campus. Full supervision is provided throughout the transfer process to ensure a safe and smooth journey.

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Academic Placement & Class Structure �*

Before arrival, students complete an online English assessment to determine their language level. This ensures placement in a class with peers of similar age and ability.

• Maximum standard class size: 15 students

• Six English proficiency levels available

• Curriculum covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening

• Focus on confidence, communication, and academic progression

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Practical Information for Parents 👨‍👩‍👧‍�*

• Recommended pocket money: approximately £50 per week

• Valuables such as passports and travel documents can be securely stored on campus

• Students are advised to bring minimal valuables

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Why Choose Bromsgrove School?

Bromsgrove School offers a truly exceptional summer experience, combining high-quality English tuition, excellent facilities, attentive pastoral care, and enriching cultural opportunities. It is an ideal choice for students seeking academic progress, independence, and unforgettable memories in one of the UK’s most distinguished educational settings.