Summer Boarding Pre College STEM Course for Young Learners at Eton College

Course Description: Summer Boarding Pre College STEM Course for Young Learners at Eton College

Course Description

The English Through Academic Subjects programme at Summer Boarding College at Eton College is designed with 12-to 16-year-olds in mind.  The programs consist of four tracks, each with the goal to improve English proficiency through learning subject material.  

The weekly program consists of 20 hours of tuition per week in their chosen subject.  Each week ends with a Time to Shine presentation that allows students the chance to demonstrate their learning and develop their presentation skills. Presentations take place in Jafar Hall, Eton College’s famous debating chamber.  Classes have a maximum of 15 students each.

The business program at Eton College helps young students prepare for leadership roles and understand the latest business trends. Subjects include budgeting and finance, sustainability and growth, and marketing, as well as the development of the English proficiency that is necessary in business in the 21st century. The Time to Shine project allows students to work in groups to develop a startup business plan and pitch to a panel of judges.

Featured Modules (Sample)

Module 1 - The Art of Negotiations

Module 2 - The Business Experiment

Module 3 - Business and Branding

The course includes:

• 20 Hours Tuition

• Social Programme (Afternoon & Evening)

• 3 Full-day Excursions

• End of Course Report and Certificate

Food and Accommodation

The accommodation at Eton College consists of two boarding houses, one for boys and one for girls. Students each have their own single bedroom, with shared bathroom facilities. Both boarding houses have common social spaces where students can relax and meet other students from around the world outside of class. Staff is always available to support students 24 hours per day.

All Meals and laundry service are included.

Campus facilities

Eton College is a highly prestigious university that was founded in 1440 by King Henry VI. With over 20 British Prime Ministers as well as numerous scientists, actors, authors, and explorers among the alumni, Eton provides an incredible academic atmosphere to inspire young students.

Outside trips

Students will broaden their academic experience with three outside excursions to nearby UK destinations, accompanied by SBC staff.  Staff will ensure that students are fully engaged in the excursions in order to make the most of their experience.  This summer’s trips include a visit to England’s capital city London and to Oxford, one of the top universities in the world.

Transportation

Airport transfers are available at supplementary cost. 

What's included":

-Accommodation in a single room in a boarding house, with shared bathroom facilities

-All meals

-Laundry service

-20 hours tuition per week

-Social Programme

-3 full-day excursions

-End of course report and certificate