Sedbergh International Summer School, Lake District (Ages 8-17)
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For over 12 years, Sedbergh School has been running its very own International Summer School for pupils aged 8 to 17. With a variety of different programmes on offer, it is the perfect opportunity for children to further develop their English in a safe and friendly environment while taking part in fun English lessons, activities and excursions. Sedbergh School is an outstanding British independent boarding school renowned for its first-class holistic education providing children with opportunities to discover hidden talents.
The Lake District is a region and national park in Cumbria in northwest England. A popular vacation destination, it’s known for its glacial ribbon lakes, rugged fells (mountains) and historic literary associations. Market towns such as Kendal, Ambleside and Keswick on scenic Derwentwater are bases for exploring the area and home to traditional inns, galleries of local art and outdoor equipment shops. The Lake District was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017.
Sedbergh is a small market town in east Cumbria, beneath the Howgill Fells, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park and close to the Lake District National Park.
Sedbergh is mentioned in the Doomsday book, and the name is a derivative from the Norse “Set Berg” meaning ‘flat-topped hill’. The town was granted a market charter by Henry III in 1251 and the Sedbergh School was founded there in 1525.
The town today offers quality shopping, great pubs and local food and drink, and comfortable places to stay for all tastes and budgets. There is much to see and do, both indoors and out, and wonderful views all around for both adrenaline enthusiasts and those who prefer something more relaxing. Sedburgh is also England’s Booktown.
Sedburgh is a two hour’s drive from Manchester, home to an international airport.
SEDBERGH INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL AT A GLANCE
- Location: Cumbria – Lake District and Yorkshire Dales
- Age Range: 8 – 17
- Maximum number of students: 150
- Number of lessons per week: 15 to 20 hours
- Maximum number of students per class: 14
- Ratio of staff to students: 1 : 4
- Number of full-day excursions per week: 2 (One city location, one local excursion)
Sedbergh School, Station Rd, Sedbergh LA10 5HG, United Kingdom
Sedbergh International Summer School
Why choose the Sedbergh International Summer School program?
- Sedbergh International Summer School is owned and operated by Sedbergh School and is fully accredited by the British Council.
- Sedbergh International Summer School offers a multi-cultural learning experience over 6 weeks (with a minimum 2 week stay)
- The first 3 weeks are held at the Senior School campus and the last 3 weeks are at the Prep School campus – both offer excellent sports and recreational facilities and beautiful, expansive grounds.
- With its fantastic nationality mix, students will have the opportunity to make many friends from many different countries in their English classes, on the social activities, and in the accommodation.
- Specialist programs are available in Leadership and IELTS
- Other courses include English + Multi Activities, English + Football, English + Outdoor Adventure
- Sedbergh offers a traditional boarding school environment in one of its many boarding houses.
- The course price includes all accommodation, tuition, activities, excursions, food, transfers, report and certificate
The facilities
SEDBERGH SCHOOL FACILITIES AT A GLANCE
Senior Campus
- 120 acres of parkland
- 40 classrooms
- School dining rooms in the boarding houses and central canteen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Library
- New Sixth Form Centre which hosts the Summer Leadership Course
- New £3 million sports centre
- Sports Hall with climbing wall, basketball, cricket, badminton and tennis
- Indoor and outdoor pitches, swimming pool and fitness suite
- 2 Astro-turf pitches for hockey, football and tennis
- Outdoor tennis and netball courts
- Design and Technology Centre
- Rifle Range
- Historic hall for activities, social events and activities
The Senior Campus can be viewed here.
Prep Campus
- 80 acres of parkland
- 20 classrooms
- Central Dining Facility
- Free Wi-Fi
- Library
- Sports Hall for basketball, cricket, badminton and tennis
- Indoor and outdoor pitches, swimming pool
- 2 astro-turf pitches for hockey, football and tennis
- Outdoor tennis and netball courts
- Design and Technology Centre
- Rifle Range
- Equestrian Centre
The prep campus can be viewed here.
MORE ON THE FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Student Welfare
On the campus, there is a dedicated office and staff for student welfare, and an emergency 24-hour telephone number that will be provided to parents along with the enrolment confirmation. Residential staff will be living on site with them to provide 24-hour supervision
Airport Transfers
Sedbergh provides transfers from Manchester, and Liverpool, and Leeds, which are included in the course price. Other transfers are available at an additional cost from London, Glasgow and Newcastle upon Tyne.
Sedbergh also offers a unique chaperone service which involves a member of staff flying to Rome to collect pupils and travel back with them on specific dates. There is a minimum of children required for this service. Please contact Marshall Language Services for more information.
The courses
English Lessons
Sedbergh’s programme provides 20 hours of formal English lessons each week, with pupils placed onto the Junior (Ages 8-12) or Senior Course (Ages 14-16). Teaching staff are experienced, enthusiastic native speakers, dedicated to providing pupils with engaging, fun and interesting lessons.
Formal lessons are timetabled on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings. (Wednesdays and Sundays are excursions days). Active Communication is encouraged throughout the course and language skills continue to develop as the pupils take part in a wide and varied range of excursions and activities.
During lessons, students are divided into groups by age and ability, based on their placement test results. Lessons are tailored to the needs of the group, thus maximising pupil engagement, enjoyment and language development.
At the end of the course, every student receives a full academic report and certificate with comments from their Teacher, Houseparent and the Course Director.
ENGLISH + MULTI ACTIVITIES
(JUNIOR & SENIOR)
Sedbergh Campus, Weeks 1-3
Casterton Campus, Weeks 4-6
Sedbergh’s multi-activities program provides the perfect opportunity to combine English lessons with a range of its most popular activities. Pupils can enjoy the outstanding facilities across both school campuses, sampling a range of different activities led by its dedicated activity staff.
ENGLISH + OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
(JUNIOR & SENIOR)
Sedbergh Campus, Weeks 1 – 3
Casterton Campus, Weeks 4 – 6
Sedbergh’s stunning location between the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales allows campers to combine English with the wealth of outdoor pursuits and activities on offer, including Rock Climbing, Sailing, Kayaking, Bush Craft Skills, Ghyll Scrambling, Swimming, Rafting, Mountain Biking, Caving, and Fell Walking.
ENGLISH + FOOTBALL
Sedbergh Campus, Weeks 2 and 3
Ages 11-16
Sedbergh’s English + Football course is open to all abilities. Campers will combine English language tuition with up to 12 hours (4 afternoons) of football each week. Pupils will be divided into teams according to age, and will spend their time developing their skills, tactics and game play in a dynamic, fun environment.
LEADERSHIP & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS ACADEMY (LIRA)
Sedbergh Campus, Weeks 2 and 3
Ages 14 – 17
LIRA is a transformative, 2-week development programme for 14-17 year olds combining personal coaching, experiential learning and fun excursions to support pupils as they examine the attributes and develop the necessary skills to become effective leaders of the future.
Designed as a progressive curriculum that continuously stretches the pupils in a supportive and encouraging environment, pupils will understand how their ability to lead and effect change incorporates the following:
- Compassion
- Creativity
- Courage
- Curiosity
- Collaboration
Pupils will be split into syndicates and assigned a designated coach who will support each pupil as they take part in a combination of individual working, group tasks/challenges, practical workshops, outdoor activities and collective outings. Pupils will benefit from continuous assistance and feedback.
They will be provided with a safe and supportive environment in which they can nurture these attributes, practicing the different behaviours learned throughout the programme, putting them into practice in a variety of scenarios and environments.
IELTS – ENGLISH LANGUAGE EXAM PREPARATION COURSE
Sedbergh Campus, Weeks 2 and 3
Ages 14 – 17
A structured, 2-week exam preparation course for those wishing to sit a formal examination at an official test center upon completion of the two week course. An official exam certificate will be issued by the Examination Board recognising their current English level.
Pupils must have a minimum level of English B1.
Accommodation
Students will stay in the school boarding houses which have their own common rooms and kitchens. The younger children will generally share with 2 to 3 other children and older children will generally stay in double rooms.
Meals
The school provides 3 freshly-cooked meals a day, and snacks in the afternoon and evening. There is a menu of food choices for different dietary requirements.
Laundry
Laundry is done once a week and bed linen is provided.
Dates and Fees
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SEDBERGH BOARDING SCHOOL
Sedbergh School is a private boarding and day school, which comprises a junior school for pupils aged 4 to 13 and the main school for 13 to 18 year olds. Its Sixth Form offers A-Levels. Marshall Language Services can also organize a placement in this school during the academic year.
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