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STUDENT HOSTS


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Discovery Summer awards 100% residential and non-residential scholarships to British* children and teenagers during the summer holidays

STUDENT HOSTS ARE:

  • *British and/or living in the UK
  • Of native level of English
  • Aged between 11 and 17 years
  • Available for 2 consecutive weeks from 29 June - 7 August, 2024
  • Friendly and confident - this is an intensely social role
  • Self-assured and comfortable spending time away
  • Responsible - Student Hosts always lead by example

WHAT DO STUDENT HOSTS DO?

  • Welcome new international students to the centre, show them around, help them settle in
  • Support international students in English or subject classes
  • Help students practise for spoken English exams
  • Participate in a wide range of sports and activities
  • Share a bedroom or sleep in a single room on the same corridor as other students
  • Go on two excursions each week; sharing British culture and local know-how
  • Set an excellent example by always following Discovery Summer rules
  • Mix with the international students at every possible opportunity
  • Attend regular meetings with the Student Host Team Leader and respond to their feedback
  • Wear a Discovery Summer blue T-shirt everyday to be easily recognised

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

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  • A two week 100% scholarship (no hidden costs)
  • Experience life as a boarder at a top independent school; all accommodation, meals, activities and excursions provided
  • A full programme of sports, team challenges and creative activities
  • 2 excursions per week (no additional cost) e.g. Birmingham, Liverpool, London, Oxford, Bath
  • Countless opportunities for making new international friends


WHAT YOU WILL GAIN?

  • Write a personal statement - great practice for future college/university applications
  • Develop interview skills. The application process includes a Zoom interview
  • Build leadership skills as you guide and support international students
  • Improve your social skills as you meet new people
  • Boost resilience as you realise what you have achieved
  • Gain new skills - maybe in an unexpected area - in classes, activities, sports, or in ways of helping people
  • Counts as a residential placement for the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award or to support an application for a part time job/gap year project/University application

APPLICATION PROCESS


Application Process

Applications for our 2024 scholarship programme are now open.

Complete our online application form