Description : A-Level program in Downside School

The traditional British course of incomplete secondary education includes a fairly wide range of subjects - most of them compulsory, some can be studied as optional:

• English Language and Literature
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Geography
• Latin
• Mathematics
• Greek language
• French
• Spanish
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• Science
• Art
• Physics
• History
• Music
• Technology and Design
• German
• Religious studies.

The "golden standard" of British education, the best program to prepare for British universities is offered to foreign students. The A-level course is designed for 2 years, during which only 3-5 subjects selected by the student are studied at an in-depth, complex level. Certificate A-level with high grades allows you to enter even the best universities in the UK without additional entrance exams.

You can choose subjects for studying from the following list:

• English
• Latin
• Economy
• Business
• Art History
• Biology
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Geography
• Chemistry
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• Higher Mathematics
• Greek language
• Music
• Technology and Design
• Religious Studies
• French
• Sport and physical education
• Art
• Spanish
• Psychology
• German
• History.

This course is provided at the International Studying Center "Kings at Downside" and is designed specifically for international students aged 11-14 (both boys and girls) who want to prepare for the qualitative and effective preparation for entering British schools and colleges, or to continue their education in any other country in the world.

The curriculum of the center is very flexible: admission is conducted 4 times a year, and the minimum duration is 1 trimester. Nevertheless, school teachers and educational counselors recommend admission to a one-year course: this will allow them to fully adapt to the new language, cultural and educational environment, to increase the level of the English language to free, confident possession, and to bring the knowledge of academic subjects in line with the requirements of the British system.

• Dates: July 5 - August 23.

The fascinating combined program is conducted on the basis of Downside School for more than a year and invariably attracts students from all over the world (age 8-17 years).

The academic load is 20 lessons weekly: all basic language skills are improved, the language and emotional barriers are overcome, pronunciation is improved, vocabulary is expanded (classes of up to 15 people each). The rest of the clock is devoted to exciting and fun activities, interesting excursions and walks, sections of sports and creativity.

The duration of summer courses is from 2 to 6 weeks, the requirements for entrants are minimal - students are accepted even with the most basic level of English.

• Dates: 6 July - 17 August.

A combined course is designed for active students who like to combine studying, sports and leisure.

The academic load of the program is low - only 15 hours a week - but this is enough to significantly improve the level of English. All basic skills develop: reading, listening, writing and speaking. The vocabulary expands and pronunciation, communication skills improve.

In addition, students dedicate weekly 6 hours of studying in tennis. Professional coaches are engaged with the children: they are able to work with experienced players, and with beginners, will help to create an optimal and effective educational program.

• Dates: 6 July - 17 August.

Combination of holiday, sports and English is offered to those who like to relax with pleasure!

In addition to academic English lessons (15 hours a week) students are expected to have 6 effective hours of riding exercises weekly. Stables, arenas and all necessary infrastructure is only 10 minutes walk from the main building of the school. With the children there are professional instructors and coaches: they will make for you the most effective educational program, based on the initial level of skill, and help to hone the existing skills.