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Bedes Dicker Summer Language school
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Programs and prices, tuition fees in Bedes Dicker Summer Language school
English course for children and teenagers
English Plus
- Class intensity: 30 lessons per week (22.5 hours) from Monday to Friday (weekdays)
- Age of students: 12-17 years old.
On the first day, even before classes begin, all students take an introductory distribution test: they all study in groups appropriate to their age and the principle of preparation – this makes the learning process not only more efficient, but also more convenient. There are 7 levels of knowledge in total, groups of up to 14 people each.
The universal English language course English Plus comprehensively develops all basic language skills:
- Reading
- Listening skills
- Written speech
- Spoken English
- Grammar
- Vocabulary (vocabulary expansion)
- Phonetics (correct pronunciation, accent correction).
Special attention is paid to the development of spoken language and communication skills, allowing children to learn how to communicate with any interlocutor in any case, to improve fluency and literacy of speech. Upon completing the program, each student receives a corporate certificate, which indicates his achievements and the language level he obtained.
Every week, guided tours are organized for students, where they receive mini-assignments: they tell them what they saw, what impressed them the most, they gave a brief historical background, etc. 5 small project assignments are also prepared for students: This can be a student newspaper, group writing of poems or songs, and small dramatic sketches, etc. For an extra fee, students can add academic classes to their personal curriculum (1 subject each week, 5 lessons weekly):
- English literature
- Natural sciences
- Computer science
- Mathematics
- Management.
In addition, for a fee, it is possible to prepare for the PET exam (preliminary English language test) and take it at the end of the year. The duration of additional studying is 2-4 weeks (depending on the student's level of knowledge and abilities), the level of preparation for admission is Intermediate/B1. PET exams are usually held at the end of July (25th-27th; you can check with your manager today).
Professional dance
A unique English language summer program based on one of the oldest dance schools in the country (founded in 1939, it prepares professional dancers as a full-fledged boarding school). The intensity of classes is 12.5 hours per week (on weekdays from Monday to Friday). Choreography is given 17 hours a week. In the morning, students study the main course, improving all the basic language knowledge and skills:
- Reading
- Listening skills
- Written speech
- Spoken English
- Grammar Vocabulary (vocabulary expansion)
- Phonetics (correct pronunciation, accent correction).
The required level of English to begin with is from A1-A2 to C2. Perfect Beginners are not accepted for the course. After lunch, they will have professional preparation sessions with qualified teachers in dance classes: modern choreography, ballet, general fitness and pilates (dance experience and training).
Quick overview:
- The program is available for students 11-17 years old;
- The course includes 12.5 hours of English lessons + 17 hours of intensive football training per week.
Trainings are conducted by professional trainers, some of them are former professional players. Program participants take part in the match in the presence of a football recruiter. The course includes 1 extra-curricular activities per week related to football: a trip to the Premier League stadium, etc.
Quick overview: Preparation for Cambridge B1 entrance exams allows you to enrich your English skills, get acquainted with the examination methods, and increase your self-confidence.
Duration of programs - 2/3 weeks.
Intensity - 20/35 hours.
Bedes Dicker Summer conducts Cambridge B1 Prelim exams.
Spring Easter Course
- Number of students per course: 120 people
- Minimum level: from A0 to C2 – any
- Students per class: up to 14 people
- Lessons per week: 22,5.
The spring program offers a universal English course combined with an extracurricular entertainment, leisure and educational program. Excursions and activities (two for half a day and two for the whole day) will help foreigners to get acquainted with England and practice English in real life situations. Events on campus are also constantly arranged, there is an opportunity to additionally take tennis lessons or horseback riding.
Coding and Robotics
- Duration: 2 weeks,
- Intensity: 22.5 lessons per week,
- Classes of up to 14 people,
- Minimum level for enrollment: from A1-A2.
The program will allow students to plunge into the world of IT technologies: coding, robotics and electronics. The main programming language here is Python. Students will practice working with microcontrollers, a modular pi top system, creating robots, learn how to control AI and create efficient automated processes.
The program combines English lessons (17.5 hours per week) and specialized classes in robotics (13 hours per week).
The work is carried out individually, in pairs and groups. The course has introduced quotas for children from different countries to ensure maximum cultural diversity - about 18 international students arrive for the program every week. It is especially valuable that students from the initial A1 can enroll in the course: before the start of classes, all applicants undergo distribution testing and are divided into groups according to the existing level of English.
After completing the course, students will be able to pick up a work box and a Raspberry Pi Pico to continue their studies at home.
Zoology & Animal Management
- Level of linguistics — from B1,
- The duration of the training is two weeks.
This two-week program is perfect for those who love animals and want to connect their careers with them: future veterinarians, zoo employees, animal biologists, breeders. The courseprovides an excellent opportunity for students who want to work with animals, wild or domestic, and want to gain an unusual experience of communicating with them and professional skills. Students will be able to move on to study veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing, zoology, conservation, and other courses not directly related to animals.
The summer school offers a hands-on, immersive course with access to the zoo under expert guidance from zoo staff and professional zoologists. The combination of morning workshops on animals, zoology and hands-on activities led by experienced zoo staff is complemented by a research project that takes place in the afternoon. The combination of the two activities allows students to improve basic English language skills, practice speaking regularly, gain motivation and confidence in using the language in everyday life, in performances.
Home to more than 70 species of different animals, the zoo is located in Diker and is home to mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish and invertebrates. Students in the course look after a variety of animals and assist staff in a small rodent breeding program called dormice aimed at increasing their numbers in the wild. They learn about wildlife conservation – both in captivity and in the wild, animal ethics, how to check the health of their pets and, perhaps best of all , take part in animal handling and feeding classes! Students will be able to spend time in the company of white-faced owls, royal pythons, Siberian chipmunks and other small amazing animals.
The weekly teaching load includes 20 hours of language lessons, which are centered around the topic of animal husbandry, pet care, professions related to them. Working in small groups, students in the summer program complete daily research assignments based on their chosen topic and related to the species they have learned about. They present their findings and conclusions in class on the last day of the course.
Description of Bedes Dicker Summer Language school
- Location: Dicker, Sussex, United Kingdom
- Students Age: 12-17 years
- Total number of students: 250 people
- Duration of the programs: from 1 to 7 weeks
- Training programs: standard / combined courses, preparation for the Cambridge exams
- Type of study: mixed
- Type of residence: residence [boarding house]
- Language of instruction: English.
Bede's Dicker School, located directly in the town of Dicker (Sussex County near Eastbourne) is the flagship school of the famous Bede's network. In summer, students from all over the world are invited to school: students aged 12-17 are offered interesting and effective training programs aimed at learning English along with numerous entertainment and sightseeing activities. The summer course of English at Bede's Dicker School will not only help you to improve your skills and knowledge, but also find a lot of new friends, relax and recharge your energy before the new school year. Each arrival takes up to 250 people.
What is the refund or cancellation policy in case of unforeseen circumstances?
We have a flexible refund and cancellation policy that takes into account unforeseen circumstances such as illness, travel restrictions, or emergencies. We understand that plans may need to change, and we work with parents to accommodate their needs whenever possible.
Accommodation, meals, prices
For students of summer courses, cozy rooms for 2-4 people are prepared in comfortable, well-equipped residences (the rooms are furnished and equipped with necessary equipment, conveniences are located on floors).
Students food is incredibly varied and tasty : The dining room chefs offer the best dishes of British traditional and world cuisines. On the table there are always fresh salads, fruits and vegetables, a choice of hot dishes and soups.
Activities Bedes Dicker Summer Language school
Sport is included in the pupils' program every day - this can be:
- Ping-pong;
- Football;
- Volleyball;
- Shooting from the bow;
- Mountain biking (mountain bike);
- Swimming;
- Badminton;
- Bowling;
- Tennis;
- Cricket;
- Carting;
- Aerobics;
- Basketball.
Also, summer students have the opportunity to visit Classes in the Sports Academy: these are professional trainings with qualified instructors (available for an additional fee, you can choose only one priority sport). The Sports Academy is available to students with any level of preparation, even with the most basic; Group classes are held after lunch or in the evening. You can choose one of the following options:
- Tennis (6 hours a week: 4 hours and a half trainings). 10 students have 1 coach, there is an opportunity to take individual lessons;
- Equestrian sport (3 hours a week: 2 hours and a half trainings). The school has its own stable, riding arenas and equipment for riding; Students train in small groups under the strict supervision of professionals;
- Golf (6 hours a week: 4 hours and a half trainings). Classes are held in groups of 10 people (with one coach) at the nearest professional golf club, there is an opportunity to take individual lessons;
- Modern choreography (6 hours weekly: 4 hours and a half trainings). Groups of up to 10 people in each, professional teachers from the best art schools, opportunities for individual studies and personal workout material;
- Playing the guitar (4 individual hour lessons per week);
- Piano lessons (4 individual hour lessons per week);
- Football (6 hours weekly: 4 hours and a half trainings). Groups of up to 10 people in each (in each group 1 coach, sometimes with helpers), as needed - individual lessons and the development of personal gaming skills.
Please note that classes at the Sports Academy should be booked in advance as an optional summer course option.
Every day, students (regardless of the chosen sporting employment) can attend numerous recreational activities on the campus, engage in creative studios and facultative sections: draw and decorate T-shirts, make unique bracelets and masks, play amateur plays and. Etc.
At least twice a week interesting educational tours are offered: one trip is designed for several hours, one for the whole day. On Wednesdays and Sundays, you can go to London and other famous English cities, see the sights, monuments of history, culture and architecture.
Facilities and equipment at Bedes Dicker Summer Language school
The total campus is 80 acres of green, well-tended countryside away from the hustle and bustle of a large city. The school has tried to provide children with everything they need for school, entertainment and recreation:
- Golf course;
- Own stables and riding arena;
- Swimming Pool;
- Tennis Courts;
- Modern Multifunctional Sports Hall;
- Fitness Center;
- Dance Classes;
- Squash courts;
- Playing fields and grounds (indoor and outdoor);
- Theater studio;
- Computer classes with modern PCs (each connected to the Internet);
- A spacious lounge-lounge for students' rest;
- A fast Wi-Fi throughout the territory.
Admission dates and extra charges
All of the following components are included in our residential course fees:
• Accommodation
• English Lessons
• Excursions
• Sports & Activities
• Course Materials
• Transfer Service
• Evening Social Events
• Insurance
• Laundry
• Three meals per day and snacks
• Offset the carbon footprint of the course and flights.
Extras:
- Deposit for a course/programme 600 GBP
- Transfer (one way) 100 GBP
- Visa fees
- Flight tickets
- Medical insurance
- Consular fee
- Pocket money
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- Student supervision
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Recommendations on when to apply
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| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
