An 'Enrichment' programme for advanced level students
Levels: pre-advanced to very advanced (CEF C1 - C2)
Click here for a sample 7 day time-table
WINCHESTER AND THE COLLEGE
Winchester College is one of England's most famous independent schools, founded in the 14th century. It later became the model for Eton and King's College Cambridge in the 15th century.
The College has an excellent academic record and is regarded as one of the leading schools in Britain.
Winchester is 100km south west of London and approximately 1.5 hours by road to London Heathrow and Gatwick. Situated in the heart of Winchester, the College offers a tranquil location within historic, secluded grounds. Winchester Cathedral is a short walk away.
On site facilities include a fully equipped sports centre with a 25 m 6-lane pool, sports hall, playing fields as well as squash and tennis courts. There is also a theatre and large IT suites.
TEACHING PROGRAMME
- For students who are proficient in English. You should be able to follow lessons in English and express yourself
without difficulty. Our online grading test is available for those unsure of their level
- 30 lessons of average 45 mins (22.5 hours per week).
- Maximum class size: 16 (average 12-14) international students. An English student host will usually be in each class.
- Majors (13.5 hours per week). Most classes make a presentation of their week's work in front of all the students at the end of each week Click here for full details
- Minors (6 hours per week) Click here for full details
- Academic Specials/Study visits (3 hours per week). Workshops on study, interview, presentation and leadership skills, talks from visiting lecturers
- and study visits (e.g. to Jane Austen's house, local science park, historic almshouses).
Each week you choose one Major and one Minor from the list below (subjects may vary). We cannot always guarantee your choices, but we will try!
ACTIVITY PROGRAMME
- Varied programme of sports and activities 7 days a week.
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day excursion per week (e.g. London, Oxford, Bournemouth, Bath).
- Opportunity to attend an Olympic event
- Responsible students may go out in small groups to explore and enjoy Winchester on some afternoons.
- PLUS: Lots of opportunities to practise English with our Resident English Student Hosts.
ACCOMMODATION AND SUPERVISION
- Spacious, 'basic' bedrooms with 1-8 beds. As Winchester is an historic, traditional, boys' school do not expect 5 star hotel accommodation!
- This programme is run as a junior programme with close supervision by resident staff.
- Full board accommodation. Meals are taken in the 14th century oak-panelled College Hall.
