Collingham
Junior Half Day Course
5-17 years | Non-Residential
Beginner to Advanced
CEFR (Common European Framework) levels
A1* | A2 | B1 | B2 | C1 | C2
*under 10 years' only
Half Day
15 Hours
22 June - 7 August (1 - 7 Weeks)
Family London - Juniors, teens and adults all study in the same building
Why Choose This Programme?
- Designed for families visiting London in the summer
- Parents can improve their English whilst their children take part in our junior programme
- Juniors and Teens (aged 5-17) and adults study in the same building.
Classes are held in an impressive building on six floors, 5 minutes' walk from Gloucester Road and Earl's Court Underground Stations. It is in a safe residential area.
What To Expect?
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Build New Skills
Classes focus on key skills: grammar, reading, writing, listening, and building confidence in spoken English
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Interact
Engaging teaching methods - there will be countless opportunities to improve your language skills by interacting with other international students.
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Collaborate
Work with new friends on weekly projects linked to the museum visit - share ideas and strengthen your communication skills.
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Learn Through Doing
Museum visits connect English to real-world situations and enrich your understanding of other topics.
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Make Progress
When you finish the course, you'll receive an end-of-course report, Discovery Summer certificate and class photo. Daily homework helps you make steady progress.
- 15 hours' tuition per week (09:00 -12:30h or 13:30 -17:00h) Monday to Friday. Afternoon classes subject to demand
- Maximum class size: 12 students
- A highlight of the week is the study visit with your teacher to one of the Kensington museums (Science, Natural History, V&A), a 20-25 minute walk away
- 5-6 year olds are only accepted if their parent/guardian is studying with us or stays at the school until their child is settled. They do not go on study visits; instead they'll be learning English through fun activities on site
A typical week at Collingham
- You will be sent a written placement test to do online before arrival
- Monday morning - you'll be given an oral grading test and placed in class
- Tuesday or Wednesday - you’ll visit a local museum with your class e.g. Natural History Museum, Science Museum, V&A
- Thursday - You’ll be working on an interesting teacher-led project in multi-national groups
- Friday - your class will present its project to your parents, the school and guests. You'll gain confidence and develop important presentation skills
Projects may include:
Extinction Rebellion @ Natural History Museum
Present your own live TV show! Interview endangered animals about the changes they are experiencing in their habitats
Top Secret @ Science Museum
What does it take to be a great spy? Learn the tricks of the trade and create a guide for your international friends
Historic London @ V&A
Find out about famous Londoners and create a multi-media timeline about their lives and achievements
- Optional weekly afternoon or evening family social event (at extra cost, approx. £15-£40 per person) e.g. dinners in local restaurants, musicals, Thames river cruise.
| Start Date | Finish Date |
|---|---|
| Mon 22 June | Fri 26 June |
| Mon 29 June | Fri 3 July |
| Mon 6 July | Fri 10 July |
| Mon 13 July | Fri 17 July |
| Mon 20 July | Fri 24 July |
| Mon 27 July | Fri 31 July |
| Mon 3 Aug | Fri 7 Aug |
| Course | Ages | Time (Mon - Fri) | Max. Class Size | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juniors + Teens | 5*-17 | 09:00-12:30 OR 13:30-17:00 | Max 12 | £475/week |
| Teens | 13-17 | 09:00-17:00 | Max 12 | £895/week |
| Adults | 18+ | 09:00-12:30 OR 13:30-17:00 | Max 10 | £510/week |
* 5-6 year olds only accepted if parent/guardian is studying with us or stays
in the school until their child is settled.
Afternoon classes are subject to demand.
1:1 classes: £70 per hour (offered in the afternoons only, subject to availability).
Please contact us for further information.
Included in the fees
- All tuition and teaching materials
- Student folder, academic report, DS certificate and course photo
- Entry fees on all excursions and study visits
NOT included in the fees
- Accommodation or airport transfers
- Medical and Travel Insurance
- Optional family social events
You arrange your own accommodation in London.
See Also
Day Courses in London
Marymount Full Day (8-13 years)
Collingham Teens Full Day (13-17 years)
