Bede's Eastbourne - summer school in the UK

Program description and what is included

The Little Explorers programme, with 17.5 hours of lessons per week, takes place at Bede's Preparatory School and is specially designed for our younger students. The school, founded in 1895, is located on the coast in the beautiful seaside town of Eastbourne just a few minutes away from the beach. The campus gives students the feeling of a family home, offering them a safe and happy environment in which to study and play.

English Skills focus on developing students' general knowledge of English and ability to communicate effectively and accurately in everyday situations and different contexts. Students will be tested, challenged, supported and stimulated.

StoryTime gives students the opportunity to share personal and fictional stories in a creative and stimulating way, enhancing their spoken fluency in English. Students become storytellers and story listeners in English, with the StoryTime teacher as their role model.

These CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning)-based lessons allow students to improve their English whilst at the same time exploring a range of stimulating subjects such as Ecology, Space, Science and Technology.

Academies Available

• Zookeeper Experience
• Film and Animation
• Horse Riding
• Swimming

Further Information

The Academies Programme is suitable for all abilities from beginner to advanced level.

Instruction is given by qualified Bede's or external sports coaches.

Students can choose 1 Academy option per week.

Academies take place instead of the regular afternoon Sports & Activities.

Included:

• English course programme sessions
• entry test
• training materials
• certificate of completion
• residence
• full board
• pick-up and drop-off at Heathrow/Gatwick airport (arrivals on Sundays, departures on Saturdays, from 10:00 to 17:00)
• sports, entertainment activities every day
• 2 excursions per week
• Standard arrival Sunday to Saturday

Description

Bede's Eastbourne School, Bede's Primary School, opens its doors in the summer for primary school children aged 6 to 11. Bede's is one of the largest and best-known primary schools in Sussex and was established over a century ago. The natural surroundings of Sussex are of astonishing beauty. The school overlooks the English Channel.

The school is very well equipped. The campus has a swimming pool, games pitches, drama studio, computer centre, sports room and dance studio.

The maximum number of students per move is 55 full-board students and 50 part-time students.

Attention! For children who come to the resort with their parents, there is a day school that runs from 8.30 am to 5 pm from Monday to Friday. Children can also stay from 5.00 pm to 8.30 pm for dinner and evening activities at an extra cost of £35 per evening.

Curriculum
For children: Little Explorers - 23.5 hours of English lessons per week, Monday to Friday (17.5 hours). On the first day, pupils are tested. Based on their results, students are divided into groups according to their English level.  A total of 7 levels are available, ranging from beginner to advanced. The maximum group size is 12 students. All language skills are stressed, with an emphasis on fluency. The programme includes e-learning which focuses on the environment, science, ecology, space, energy, geography and technology. At the end of the programme, the students receive certificates.

Students aged 6-11 who come to the school have the opportunity to prepare for the Trinity Stars and Trinity GESE exams and take these at the end of the course. All language levels are available. The Trinity Stars and Trinity GESE exam preparation course lasts for 2 weeks.

For adults: Parent English lessons - Parents and other adults accompanying their children may also join the school. The course consists of 10 hours of English tuition per week. The lessons are from Monday to Friday, 09.00-11.15 for levels A0-B1 and 11.30-14.00 for levels B2-C1. Minimum class size 8 students. The price includes an entertainment programme with lunch, which takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 pm to 5 pm. 

Accommodation and meals
Accommodation: Children stay in cosy rooms for 4-8 people. The facilities are on the floor.

Meals: The menu is varied. It includes British dishes, as well as other international dishes. At lunch and dinner, there are always at least two hot meals to choose from and various salads. Children should be aware that the food will be different from what they are used to at home. It's the experience of being in another country!

Sports activities

Boys and girls participate in sports every day. On campus: Soccer, Swimming, Aerobics, Tennis, Table tennis, Cricket and Volleyball. Off-campus: go-karting, bowling, mountain biking, etc.

There are also Academies, sports and creative activities with professional teachers and instructors for an extra fee. Please note: You may not participate in two sports per week! The level ranges from beginner to intermediate. Classes take place in the afternoon or evening. All lessons take place in a group. Academies must be booked in advance, as places are limited.

Excursion and recreational programme

Recreational Activities: A variety of activities are offered each day which include T-shirt decorating, bracelet making, mask-making and painting.

Excursions: Two excursions per week, one full-day and one half-day excursion. Excursions every Wednesday (Herstmonceux Observatory, Paradise Park, Urban Jump) and Saturday to London and other places of interest (Brighton, Hastings, Windsor, Chessington World of Adventures, Legoland).

Why choose this school

School infrastructure

• Dance studio
• Art studio
• Drama theatre
• Cookery room
• IT suite

Sport infrastructure

• Soccer
• Swimming
• Aerobics
• Tennis
• Table tennis
• Cricket
• Volleyball

Hobbies and clubs

Recommended arrival cities

• London

Nearest airports

• LHR - 120 minutes

Location

Bede's Prep School, Dukes Drive, Eastbourne, UK