Dean Close Brochure

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International

Summer Schoolfor students aged12 - 16


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WelcomeOur Summer School provides a safe, stimulating

environment for international students aged 12 to 16

to learn English, experience life in the UK and make

strong friendships.

Each summer Dean Close Summer School welcomes

students from over 40 different countries around the

world, many of them returning year after year.

In this brochure you will nd detailed information on the

Dean Close Summer School - including information onthe English programme, activities, excursions, welfare,

airport transfers and accommodation. The Dean Close

Summer School is operated and staffed by Summer

Boarding Courses.

My sister and I have been coming to DeanClose for two years now. We love it. Thereare plenty of things to keep us entertained andthe staff are very funny and always helpful.We cant wait to return next summer.

Atol, 14, Lisbon

The ProgrammeWhat we offer

Dean Close International Summer School offers rst

class facilities alongside an exciting, varied programme

of activities led by professional coaches and trainers.

As well as the educational benets of a stay at Dean

Close, students will get:

a full afternoon and evening activity programme

to experience life in England

to make new friends and see famous sights

two full day excursions each week

an evening trip ten-pin bowling

an overnight stay in London

an English SIM card for their mobile phone

an academic certicate and report card

a Dean Close International Summer School t-shirt!

For more information please call us on +44 (0)1943 878518


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To make a booking please visit: www.deanclosesummerschool.co.uk For more information please call us on +44 (0)1943 878518

The SchoolDean Close provides the perfect setting for a summer school,

with a mixture of historic buildings and modern state-of-the-art

facilities, as well as beautiful gardens and grounds.

Inside Dean Close

The school comprises modern, homely accommodation,

well-equipped classrooms and a new 3m sports hall.

There are a number of semi en-suite rooms and a mixture of

single, twin and multi-bed rooms.

A wide range of activities are held within the Dean Close

grounds. Turn to the Activity Programme pages to see all

the activities we offer to our international students.

Facilities at Dean Close

Beautiful dining hall

Indoor swimming pool

A professional 550 seat theatre

Modern well-equipped classrooms

22 tennis courts

Internet suite

Comfortable boarding accommodation

Football, basketball and volleyball courts

Sports hall

Dance studio

School shop

ManagementThe Dean Close Summer School Management team is made up of the Centre Manager & the Assistant Centre Manager

who are responsible for the day to day running of the school, the Director of Studies who is responsible for the English

Programme, and the Activity Manager who is responsible for the Activity Programme and the Excursion Programme.

House ParentsOur House Parents are members of the Dean Close Summer School team who attend to any specic student issues

regarding welfare. Our House Parents look after our students in the boarding houses and supervise them during break

times and meal times, supported by the rest of the staff at the school.

TeachersThe teaching staff teach the English Programme during the 3 hours of lessons each morning. The Dean Close Summer

School teachers also assist with the Activity Programme, Excursion Programme and general welfare duties.

Activity LeadersOur Activity Leaders are responsible for implementing the

Activity Programme and Excursion Programme.

The Activity Leaders ensure that the students are enjoying

the activities, that they are having fun and practicing their

English. All activities and day trips are supervised by our

well-trained staff with the security of the students as our

main priority. The Dean Close Summer School staff are

responsible for the students 24 hours a day, so whether

the students are in their accommodation, on activities or

relaxing during their free time, there are always a number

of staff nearby.

Staff &Student WelfareDean Close Summer School is a safe, secure

environment for children and the welfare of our students is

always regarded with utmost importance. All the Dean Close

Summer School staff are dedicated individuals who have

experience, passion and an understanding of working with

international students. For every 7 students at Dean Close

Summer School there is 1 member of staff, allowing us to

focus our full attention on the individual needs of each child.


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The English Programme

We use our own summer English syllabus & our own text

books specically designed for the summer teaching

programme to ensure that the English lessons are as

focused as possible. The key areas of development are

speaking, listening and writing, with particular emphasis

on communicating in English in a real life context.

We aim to increase the condence of all the students to

communicate comfortably in a multi-national environment

and to assist speedy development in their ongoing English

language learning once they return home. Our teaching

staff are all qualied and play a full part in the life of the

summer school. The English language level of the

students ranges from near beginner to advanced.

Morning Lessons - English Language

The morning following the arrival day all the students will

have an English Language assessment and the students

are placed in classes on the basis of ability, age and

nationality. The maximum class size is 15, but the average

is usually around 12.

Every student receives 15 hours of English Language

lessons each week, taught by the qualied and friendly

Dean Close Summer School Teachers.

The lessons are designed to be fun and stimulating,encouraging the students to communicate freely and

express themselves in English. Parents are often pleased

and surprised at their childrens progress during their stay

with us.

We also offer an additional 5 hours of English Language

classes each week with our English Plus+ Intensive

English course. This is an optional course

which takes place on 2 afternoons each week.

Project work & day trip preparation

Within the 15 hours of English Language lessons, the

students will do group project work and will also have

lessons specically designed to prepare them for their

day trips. This makes their classroom time relevant and

meaningful to their experiences.

Reports and certificates

We monitor the students progress in their English

Language classes throughout their stay with us.

On departure all students receive a Dean Close Summer

School Certicate plus a progress report.

The Programme MORNINGS

They were the best English lessons of

the ve summer schools I have visited.

The teachers were brilliant!Jaber Al-Sabah, 14, Kuwait


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The Activity Programme

AFTERNOONS

Each afternoon is split into two activity sessions with up to six

different activity choices in each session. The sports and

activities at Dean Close Summer School are a very important

part of the day where students not only continue to practice

their English, but also take part in a wide variety of fun and

exciting activities using the fantastic facilities available at the

school.

Afternoon activities include:

Football

Tennis

Table tennis

Volleyball

Basketball

Rugby

Arts & crafts

Music

Archery

Cookery

Swimming

Drama

Shopping trips to

Cheltenham

English sports

My summer was boring before

I came to Dean Close. It is the

best summer school in the world!Georgy Broyan, 12, Russia


The Activity Programme

EVENINGS

Evening activities give students the opportunity to wind

down after a long day and get to know one another in a

relaxed, multi-national environment. Most evenings the

whole school takes part in the same activity.

Evening trips

As part of the evening activities programme, all of

our students will enjoy at least one evening trip to the

local tenpin bowling centre. All the students are

provided with snacks and drinks during the evening.

I had so much fun! Dean Close rocks!Dalia Lorenzi, 14, Italy

Evening activities include:

Disco

Karaoke

Sports tournaments

International night

Talent night

Barbecue

Fashion show

Bouncy castle night

Games night

Film night

Swimming gala

Pool party

Cinema trip

Tenpin bowling trip


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To make a booking please visit: www.deanclosesummerschool.co.uk

English Plus+All afternoon and evening activities, day trips, evening trips and

the London stay are included in the standard price for a stay at

Dean Close Summer School. However, many students take up

additional activities at an extra cost. The English Plus+ activities

allow students to make the most of the wide range of facilities

available at the school and locally.

Horse ridingStudents learn how to ride, jump and look after horses with

qualied instructors in the beautiful Cotswold countryside.

Tennis coachingStudents are taught by a qualied tennis coach on the schools

tennis courts.

DanceStudents will receive tuition in street, modern and jazz - all in

the Dean Close dance studio. The course will culminate in a

performance in front of staff and students in the schools

own theatre.

Adventure sportsThis course is for our adventurous students and includes

tubing, raft building, kayaking, indoor rock climbing, laser q uest,

mountain biking & high ropes.

Intensive EnglishThis course is available to students of all levels and offers anadditional 2 afternoons per week to develop our students English

Language skills. There is a maximum of 8 students per class

with a focus on pronunciation and uency.

Philosophy and debatingA course for Upper Intermediate and Advanced level speakers,

who enjoy the challenge of expressing their ideas in English

and discussing more complex topics with their fellow students.

AccommodationThe student accommodation at Dean Close is split across several

boarding houses, with separate areas for boys and girls.

Each boarding house has a communal area for the students to relax

after a busy day in class and taking part in the activities programme.

The accommodation has rooms to suit each age, from very spacious

dormitories of up to six beds for the younger students, to twin, triple

& single en-suite rooms for the ol der students.

The boarding accommodation is of a high standard and provides an

ideal home for students during their stay. The teaching, management,

activity staff and house parents live in the houses with the students,

ensuring they are well looked after at all times.

Meal TimesStudents are provided with three meals a day together in the fantastic

Dining Hall at Dean Close. The hall is spacious and bright, with views

across the playing eld and tennis courts. There are always two hot

choices for lunch and dinner, including a vegetarian option, salad bar,

fresh bread, fruit and desserts. So there is always something to suit

everyone!

All meal times in the dining room are supervised by the summer

school staff, and after the evening activities the students are able to

nish the day with juice and biscuits in their houses before going to

bed.

For more information please call us on +44 (0)1943 878518


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To make a booking please visit: www.deanclosesummerschool.co.uk

Day tripsAll our students enjoy two day trips each week, visiting cultural

sites as well as more light-hearted attractions. All of the trips last

a full day, so there is plenty of time for the students to experience

everything. All students get to spend their last night in London,

details of which can be found opposite.

Alton TowersA fun packed day at one of the UKs most popu lar theme parks.

The rides are suitable for all ages and all levels of bravery!

OxfordA trip to the historic university town of Oxford. Includes a walking

tour through the centre of Oxford and a punting boat trip on the

River Thames, with just enough time for shopping.

Bristol & The Science MuseumA morning in the interactive Science Centre for some hands-on fun,

then an afternoon exploring the famous city.

Millennium Stadium & Cardiff CastleStudents have the chance to visit the capital city of Wales, hear the

Welsh language, visit the stunning Cardiff Castle and go on a tour of

the world famous Millennium football and rugby Stadium.

Birmingham and Cadbury WorldA trip to Englands second biggest city and then onto the world fa-

mous Cadbury World to learn how Cadbury chocolate is madeand eaten!

Warwick Castle & Stratford-upon-AvonVisit the beautiful town of Stratford, home to William Shakespeare, plus

experience Medieval England at the magnicent Warwick Castle.

BathThe beautiful city of Bath offers a unique experience - see some

stunning architecture, enjoy the fabulous shopping, and visit some

of Baths famous attractions, including the iconic Roman Baths.

The ProgrammeLondon stay

A visit to the UK would not be complete without a trip to

London. Students will have time to see the sights and absorb

the atmosphere as they spend their l ast day and night in this

fabulous city.

During their overnight stay, students will have a chance to

see the famous sights, including Buckingham Palace, the

Houses of Parliament, Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square.

They will also be able to do some shopping on Oxford Street.

After a busy day exploring the city, students will have dinner

at a London restaurant, and then enjoy an evening cruise on

the River Thames or a trip on the London Eye.

Students will stay in a safe, secure hotel overnight, and will

benet from a much shorter trip to the airport in the morning!

My son had an unforgettable experience at theschool. Not only did he improve his English, butalso had a great time enjoying new friends fromall over the world.

Erik, (parent), Spain


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Make a booking

We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment,

as there are a limited number of places at Dean Close

International Summer School and we may be full by April.

Dean Close International Summer School is operated by

Summer Boarding Courses Ltd who will handle all

payments and enquiries.

Prices and datesPrices vary depending on length of stay.

Please note: English Plus activities are NOT included in

the course price. A full list of prices and what is included

in a stay at Dean Close Summer School, along with dates

Travel & TransfersStudents travel to and from England must be paid for and

arranged independently. Once your booking with us has been

conrmed, we will send you a form to complete detailing your

childs travel arrangements, so that we can organise your

childs airport transfer if required.

TransfersWe offer an airport transfer service to Dean Close Summer

School on the published arrival dates. Students arriving at

Heathrow airport between 09.00 and 17.00 on the arrival

days can take advantage of our Coach Transfer Service.Students arriving outside of the above times or at other

airports can be offered a Taxi Transfer Service. On arrival at

the airport, all students are met by a member of SBC staff

who will be wearing a bright yellow SBC T-shirt.

On the published departure dates all students will be in

London following the overnight stay, therefore, all departures

take place from the London hotel. For all departures from

Heathrow, the Coach Service is available throughout the day.

For departures from other UK airports, our Taxi Transfer

Service is available. Our staff accompany all students and

assist with the check-in procedure at the airport.

If your child will be ying to the UK without a parent or

guardian we recommend you request Unaccompanied Minor

assistance direct from the airline. For more details on airporttransfers, please visit our website.

Parent TransfersParents or guardians who would like to bring their children to

the school are asked to arrive between 11.00 and 14.00.

There will be an opportunity to have a look around the school

and help the students settle into their rooms. On departure

days parents are asked to collect their children from the

London hotel between 09.00 and 11.00.

of arrival and departure can be found on our Booking

Form. For more information please visit our website:

www.deanclosesummerschool.co.uk

Alternatively call +44 (0)1943 878518 to speak to a

member of the team.

Make a bookingA deposit of 400 is required to secure the booking.

The remaining balance must be paid by 21st May.

Any bookings made after the 21st May must be paid in full

at time of booking (upon receipt of invoice). See booking

form for details of how to pay.


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How to find us:

Dean Close

International Summer School

Shelburne Road

Cheltenham

GL51 6HE

*Please address all

correspondence to

Summer Boarding

Courses, Suite 2

10 Towngate,

Guiseley

LS20 9JA

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