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SKOLA Bawdsey

Register Our year round programmes for 11-17 year old children in Bawdsey are provided by Alexanders International School. The Boarding Schools Foundation course which prepares students for entry to the full curriculum at  UK boarding schools runs throughout the academic year along with our English Language course ‘ English for Education’. English plus courses run during the summer where students can choose from Football, Tennis, Sailing, Horseriding, Golf, Music & Drama, Art, Multi-Activities or Intensive English.

Children and staff from over 40 countries form a dynamic learning community. Maximum class size is 16 students. Arrive on Sunday, depart on Saturday.

Location

Address:

SKOLA Alexanders International School
Bawdsey, Suffolk
IP12 3AZ

Tel:
+44 (0) 1394 411633

Boarding School Foundation (Academic Year)

This course prepares students who wish to enter a UK boarding school and students are helped on an individual basis to gain a place at their chosen school. As every parent will know, it is essential that students are given as much preparation and support as possible prior to starting school life.
Depending on the needs of the student, courses can be of one, two or three terms. Our staff will support the student for entry to an appropriate UK boarding school of their choice. Courses consist of 25 hours classroom time per week with a further 5 hours of supervised self study and 1 sport session per day. All students are tested on arrival before being placed in the class at their level. The course consists of:

• English for Education - The ‘English for Education’ curriculum focuses on the language in school subjects such as mathematics, sciences, geography, history, art and sports.
• Experience of Boarding School Life - An integral part of the Foundation Course is the preparation given to students for life in a UK boarding school.
• Cultural Preparation - In-School projects and visiting speakers also help to give students an insight into the customs and culture of the United Kingdom.
• IGCSE’s – students who achieve an appropriate level of English can be entered for IGCSE’s in: English as a Second Language, Mathematics, Business Studies, IT and Art.

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English for Education (Academic Year)

Students develop academic and everyday English, and are encouraged to use their newly acquired language in and out of the classroom. Students study grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, writing and pronunciation. In addition, they also study the language of academic subjects such as IT, Science, Mathematics, Arts and Physical Education. By including these subjects, students are able to consolidate the skills they have already gained at home but in English. The focus is on the development of students’ skills in relation to full curriculum study, for example, Writing Skills and Research Skills linked to Project Work. Academic Year courses have one hour of sport per day during which students practice sports such as football, basketball, volleyball, badminton and table-tennis.

English Plus Multi-Activities (Academic Year)

English plus Multi-Activities runs from 6.01.08 – 2.02.08 and 16.03.08 – 07.06.08. English in the morning is followed by a selection of sports including basketball, cycling, orienteering, volleyball, badminton and squash.

UK Boarding School Half Term and Easter Holiday Courses

Courses during UK Half Term and Easter holidays are available. Please contact us for details.

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English Plus (Summer)

Our English plus courses during the summer offer students a wide choice of activities to follow after their morning English classes:

• English Plus Football Qualified coaches teach individual skills and team tactics in conditioned games.
• English Plus Tennis Qualified professionals teach through practice drills and conditioned games with weekly tennis tournaments.
• English Plus Sailing Qualified instructors teach at our on-site Royal Yachting Association accredited Watersports centre.
• English Plus Horseriding Students progress from the basics of horseriding and stable management to learning how to jump and ride out at Poplar Park Equestrian Centre.
• English Plus Golf Coached by golf professionals at Ufford Park Golf Centre with more experienced players playing the course.
• English Plus Art Instruction in drawing and painting, collage, 3-D work, beach projects and photography.
• English Plus Music & Drama Students use their talents in music and drama culminating in performances to the school.
• English Plus Multi-activities A selection of sports including basketball, cycling, orienteering, volleyball, badminton and squash
• Intensive English Extra English classes in small groups focusing on grammar, use of English, vocabulary, speaking and error correction centered around topics.

Excursions and Trips

All courses have academic excursions to museums, galleries and famous historical sites in England including London. The students do intensive preparation for the excursion, complete tasks and worksheets whilst on the excursion, and do follow-up work when they get back to class.

Transfers

Transfers are included in the fees for the summer programme if students arrive on a Sunday at Heathrow or Stansted on flights landing between 1000-1800, and leave on a Saturday on flights taking off from Heathrow or Stansted between 1000-1800. Transfers at other times or other airports are available upon request for a supplement.

Accommodation

Students are accommodated in one of our 4 on-site residences: the Manor, Fulmar House, Heron House and the Beach Houses. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. Guardians are required for long term students.Top

Welfare

Our Head of Boarding is responsible for the care and welfare of all students in campus. She is a qualified nurse with many years experience working with young people. Pastoral staff are available in each residence on a 24-hour basis to deal with any problems or difficulties.  Medical support is always available. We maintain very close supervision of students at all times for their safety and well-being and to ensure they derive the maximum benefit from their course.

Sample Timetable

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