In British summer schools, students receive foreign language education with peers from around the world, and have the opportunity to practice the language education they receive at their schools throughout the year. Within the scope of the opportunities offered by the Summer School programs, it has a very wide age range between the ages of 8-18.
In addition to improving their language skills, students who participate in summer school programs, which are rich in activities and excursions, have increased self-confidence, get to know different cultures and have fun. Most of the programs provide dormitory accommodation, but there are also programs that offer home stay options with a foreign family. The UK, a standard in education abroad, offers the richest options in summer school programs as always.
Summer school programs consist of education and activities planned according to the age groups and levels of the students. Students participating in the summer school are allocated to mixed groups that are most suitable for them after taking the placement test on the first day. Particular attention is paid to maintain the multinational structure of the groups. Education varies by school, but generally there are 15-20 hours of classes per week. A training program is implemented in summer schools to improve speaking skills. In addition, classes are also offered on three other skills that are important parts of English education: reading, writing and listening. In this system, the language learning of the students is supported with various activities in a continuous practice environment, and students are provided with a fun, instructive and above all an entertaining time in a communicative and sharing international environment. In addition to various sports such as basketball, football, tennis, swimming, and horse riding, artistic activities such as painting, music and dance are also included in the activities. Each school has an activity program that it determines. Activities are organized by the activity leaders appointed by the schools and taken place under their responsibility and supervision.
One of the most important activities of summer school programs is undoubtedly the trips. Popular and historical cities of the UK are visited with a guide on full-day excursions. On half-day trips, nearby entertainment centers, historical places, shopping centres etc. are visited. Schools also offer on-demand private tours for students who wish to see more places. Although the duration of education given in summer schools is a few weeks, it has very positive effects on students.
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