English Discovery Summer Program at Westonbirt School

Course Description: English Discovery Summer Program at Westonbirt School

“Learn English with British children in a fun and inspiring environment.”

This week-long English immersion day camp at Westonbirt School is designed for international children aged 4–14 who want to improve their English while participating in a wide range of creative, academic, and outdoor activities. The programme blends structured English language lessons with hands-on experiences, helping children practise English naturally while building confidence, curiosity, and friendships.

Set within the beautiful grounds of Westonbirt School, children enjoy learning in a safe and welcoming environment where they interact with British peers. Through engaging lessons, games, projects, and outdoor exploration, students develop stronger communication skills while experiencing British culture and making lasting memories.

*� Minimum English Requirement

Children should be able to understand basic instructions in English and communicate simple ideas.

The programme welcomes students from Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1) levels, ensuring children can participate comfortably regardless of their current English ability.

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*� What to Expect

The programme combines English learning, creative projects, cultural discovery, and outdoor play, creating a balanced experience where language learning happens naturally throughout the day.

Children are encouraged to use English during lessons, activities, and social interactions, helping them build confidence and fluency in a supportive environment.

Activities are designed for different age groups:

Ages 4–7 – Learning Through Play �*

Younger children explore English through playful activities such as:

• Songs and music

• Storytelling sessions

• Arts and crafts

• Interactive games and movement activities

This approach encourages early language development while building confidence and creativity.

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Ages 8–11 – Learning Through Adventure �*

Children develop their English through teamwork and creative exploration including:

• Group projects and problem-solving activities

• Story creation and presentations

• Outdoor exploration and creative challenges

• Collaborative learning games

These activities strengthen communication skills while encouraging teamwork and imagination.

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Ages 12–14 – Learning Through Experience �*

Older students develop their language skills through more advanced activities such as:

• Interactive discussions and debates

• Cultural exploration projects

• Collaborative presentations

• Creative language challenges

These sessions help students build confidence expressing ideas and opinions in English.

⏰ A Typical Day at Camp

A typical day at camp runs from 8:00am to 5:30pm, combining English lessons with a variety of creative, cultural, and physical activities designed to keep children engaged throughout the day.

08:00 – 09:30 | Sign In & Arrival

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Children can arrive anytime after 8:00am. This flexible arrival period allows families to drop off their children before the structured programme begins. Camp staff welcome children and help them settle in before the day starts.

09:30 – 09:40 | Morning Welcome

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The day begins with a short group welcome where children meet their activity leaders, review the schedule for the day, and take part in energising warm-up activities.

09:40 – 10:30 | Morning Activity Session

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Children begin the day with creative or team-based activities depending on their age group. Examples include arts and crafts, sports games, creative challenges, or project-based activities designed to encourage communication and collaboration.

10:30 – 10:50 | Morning Break

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Children take a short break to relax, have a snack, and socialise with their friends before the next session begins.

10:50 – 11:40 | Activity Session

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The second session of the morning continues with engaging activities such as sports, teamwork games, or creative projects. These sessions encourage active participation and provide opportunities to practise English naturally.

11:40 – 12:30 | Activity Session

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Children take part in another structured activity such as drama, sports games, creative workshops, or collaborative challenges designed to build confidence and teamwork.

12:30 – 13:15 | Lunch

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Children enjoy a break for lunch and social time with their peers. At many locations, a nutritious two-course hot lunch is prepared by the venue’s catering team.

13:15 – 14:05 | Afternoon Activity Session

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The afternoon programme begins with another engaging activity session, which may include sports, creative workshops, group challenges, or language-based activities.

14:05 – 14:55 | Activity Session

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Children continue with another activity designed to encourage teamwork, creativity, and active learning.

14:55 – 15:15 | Afternoon Break

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A short afternoon break gives children time to rest, have a snack, and recharge before the final activity session of the day.

15:15 – 16:05 | Final Activity Session

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The final structured session of the day may include sports games, outdoor activities, creative projects, or collaborative challenges.

16:05 – 16:20 | Afternoon Wrap-Up

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Children gather with their group leaders to reflect on the day, share highlights, and prepare for collection.

16:20 – 17:30 | Sign Out & Collection

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Parents can collect their children anytime before 5:30pm. Staff ensure each child is safely signed out before leaving.

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*� Age Groups and Social Interaction

Children are normally placed in groups with others of similar age, ensuring activities are engaging and appropriate for their stage of development.

At certain times during the day, children may participate in mixed-age activities such as team games or collaborative projects. These shared experiences help develop social skills and encourage friendships across age groups.

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*� Meals

At many camp locations, children receive a nutritious two-course hot lunch prepared daily by the host venue’s catering team.

Where lunch is provided, meals are freshly prepared and designed to give children the energy they need for a full day of learning and activity.

At venues where children bring their own lunch, a strict no-nuts policy is enforced to ensure the safety of all participants.

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*� Drop-Off and Collection

Children can be dropped off anytime after 8:00am and collected anytime before 5:30pm.

To ensure children enjoy the full programme of activities, attendance is recommended between 9:00am and 4:00pm.

At drop-off, staff will ask parents for an estimated collection time so that children can be prepared and ready for departure.

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*� Weekends

The programme runs Monday to Friday only, with a full schedule of activities throughout the week. Weekends are not included, allowing families time for independent exploration or rest.

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*� Dates & Weekly Themes

Each week introduces a themed programme that helps children develop vocabulary while exploring exciting topics.

Week 1 – British Wildlife �*

Monday 6 July – Friday 10 July

Children explore the natural world while building their English vocabulary through:

• Animal vocabulary and descriptions

• Storytelling about wildlife

• Nature-inspired poetry and creative writing

• Wildlife-themed arts and crafts

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Week 2 – Great British Adventures �*

Monday 13 July – Friday 17 July

This adventurous theme encourages children to explore travel and discovery:

• Travel and geography vocabulary

• Map reading and exploration games

• Role-play as explorers and adventurers

• Creative storytelling and group challenges

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⭐ Why Families Choose This Programme

This camp offers a unique balance of quality English teaching, cultural immersion, and fun activities.

Interactive English Learning 📚

Children take part in two 50-minute English lessons each day, taught by qualified English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers.

Cultural Immersion 🇬🇧

Children learn and play alongside British students, creating authentic opportunities to practise English and build friendships.

Confidence and Personal Development 🌟

The supportive camp environment helps children develop independence, confidence, and communication skills.

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✔ What’s Included

• 10 English lessons per week (50 minutes each) 📚

• 16 immersive activity sessions 🎨

• Interaction with British children for authentic language practice 🇬🇧

• A nutritious two-course hot lunch each day 🍽

• A structured programme of creative and outdoor activities 🌳

• Experienced teachers and pastoral staff 👩‍🏫