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Academic & English Boarding Summer Programme, Wellington College

Set within Wellington College’s 400-acre parkland near London, students balance focused learning, cultural exploration, and vibrant campus life.

Wellington College

6th July
-
8th August
£
1200
per week

Programme Overview

A premium boarding programme blending academic enrichment with immersive English practice. Students choose General or Intensive English, or subject courses including Mathematics, Business, Science, Engineering, and IB preparation, designed for strong English learners seeking academic extension. Small classes are delivered on Wellington College’s prestigious campus, supported by outstanding sports and creative facilities. A dynamic extracurricular programme features sports, dance, journalism, and evening socials in English. Two weekly excursions to Oxford, Cambridge, and London, plus transfers, insurance, and strong pastoral care, ensure a safe experience.
LOCATION
Crowthrone
AGE
13
-
17
year
DURATION
6 weeks
ACCOMMODATION
Single or twin study bedrooms with shared bathroom facilities
DATES & PRICES
TBC
06 July 2026
-
08 August 2026
TBC.
£
7800
TBC
06 July 2026
-
20 July 2026
TBC.
£
1200
TBC
-
TBC.
£

What's Included?

Complete Activity Programme: A fully supervised schedule of on-site daytime and evening activities including sports, creative workshops, and social events.
Full Board Accommodation: A single or shared room with three meals provided daily, catering for all dietary needs.
Activities & Entertainment: Including weekly evening social events such as karaoke nights and parties, alongside afternoon sports sessions featuring rugby, football, dance class, tennis and golf.
Local Excursions: Our programme includes cultural visits across Oxford, Cambridge, London and nearby cities, featuring guided walking tours and entry to famous tourist sites.
Welfare and Supervision: Supported by trained staff, Welfare Managers, first aiders, safeguarding-certified leaders, DBS-checked hosts, dedicated accommodation teams, strong supervision ratios, and close links with local doctors and hospitals.
All-Inclusive Services: Wi-Fi access throughout the campus, airport transfer services, and all necessary programme materials are included.
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What you’ll learn

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At Worldschooling, we believe in learning through connection. Our curriculum is designed to spark lively discussions, developing essential life skills like collaboration and intercultural communication as students actively practice and enhance their language abilities.

Module 1: Integrated English Learning

English exploration: Students enhance reading, writing, listening, and speaking through structured, interactive lessons delivered in small classes. Following a placement assessment, learners are streamed by proficiency level to ensure efficient progression and confident participation. Weekly English study constitutes approximately 50% of the 15-hour academic timetable, ensuring sustained language development alongside subject learning.

Module 2: Academic Enrichment

Students dedicate 50% of their academic timetable to subject-focused study delivered in English. Elective options may include:

· Mathematics

· History

· Business

· Art

· Entry level engeeniring

· IB course

Lessons follow UK independent school methodology, encouraging analytical thinking, structured argumentation, collaborative discussion, and independent research. This module allows students with stronger English proficiency to extend their academic strengths within an immersive environment.

Module 3: Sports Development

Students participate in approximately six hours per week of structured sports options such as football, volleyball, swimming, golf, and dance. Sessions promote discipline, teamwork, leadership, and physical wellbeing.

Module 4: Excursion

A curated weekend excursion programme extends learning beyond campus through guided cultural and university visits to London, Oxford, and Cambridge. Students experience British heritage, historic university traditions, and modern urban life, gaining cultural literacy and academic inspiration through structured visits and expert-led exploration.

Timetable

A balanced weekly schedule of lessons, activities, and excursions is provided for both weeks of the course.
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Where Will You Stay

A university residence offering single or twin en-suite rooms, with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities.

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Dining & Facilities

All students receive breakfast, packed lunch and dinner, with tuck shop access and dietary options available for an additional fee.

Student Welfare

School’s dedicated staff are available 24 hours a day to assist with any needs that might arise during students’ stay. Students are supported by trained staff, Welfare Managers, safeguarding-certified leaders, dedicated accommodation teams, strong supervision ratios, and close links with local doctors and hospitals.

Transportation

Shuttle services are provided to and from major London airports on arrival and departure days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are your safety and supervision policies?

Student safety is our top priority. All programmes have 24/7 on-site pastoral staff, secure accommodation, and a high staff-to-student ratio. All staff undergo rigorous background checks.

What are your tutors' qualifications?

Our academic tutors are experts from top UK universities like Oxford and Cambridge. Our adventure leaders are qualified professionals in their fields, and all staff are background checked.

What is the accommodation like?

Students stay in single rooms in secure university dormitories for academic courses, or in high-quality residential centres for adventures, with staff living on-site for 24/7 supervision.

What does the price include?

Our fees are largely all-inclusive, covering tuition, accommodation, three meals a day, all scheduled activities, and insurance. The main exclusions are flights, visa fees, and personal spending money.

Do you help with visas and airport transfers?

Yes. We provide all necessary documentation to support a Standard Visitor visa application and offer a fully supervised airport transfer service for peace of mind.

What is a typical day like?

Each day is a balanced blend of structured learning in the morning, cultural excursions or practical workshops in the afternoon, and supervised social activities in the evening.

What are the class sizes and student mix?

We welcome students from across the globe to create a truly international community. Class sizes are kept small, with an average of 12-15 students, to ensure personalised attention.
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