Sidcot School

• Director: Jan Kilpetrick;
• Students age: 3 to 18 years;
• Type of study: mixed;
• Total number of students: 511 people (139 on the full board), of them boys - 290, girls - 211.

Sidcot School was founded in 1699 - it is one of the oldest, most prestigious and rating schools in the UK. Most of the school's students are British nationals, a small part are foreign students: a total of about 500 children are trained there.

The campus is located in a picturesque, quiet suburb near the developed cities of Bath and Bristol; it adjoins the small cozy village of Winscombe, 13 kilometers from the coastal city of Weston-Super-Mare.

Sidcot School isa proud of the successes of its students, especilly the fact that after studying here foreign students are not inferior to the British in academic and linguistic terms. Graduates successfully enter the selected universities all over the world, even in the most prestigious and rating ones. Students have the opportunity to practice or internship in the process of studying in the UK, to gain valuable practical experience and establish useful business ties.

The educational process is divided into several stages:

• Junior school = 9-11 years;
• Senior classes = 11-16 years (Senior School, GCSE program);
• Sixth Form = 16-18 years, program IB or A-level, preparation for entering the university.

Sidcot School is a valid and active member of many prestigious educational organizations:

• Association of Boarding Schools;
• Association of School Principals;
• International Baccalaureate Organization;
• Independent Information Service of the Board of Private Schools;
• The Association of Private Schools;
• The Society of Private School Principals.

Students with learning difficulties are also admitted to studying: for example, even children with dyslexia can study English here.

International students can enroll in the school starting from the age of 9, and choose different programs (duration from 3 months). Small studying groups (12-18 people) and a personal tutor help to implement a personal approach, give each student a maximum of attention, track progress and achievements. You can always ask for advice or recommendations, get individual advice - this is actively used by graduates who need help in choosing a university, in admission and determining the direction of career growth.

For international students, classes at the School of Academic English will be very useful - this is a supporting English language course for those students who are not native speakers; Also here you can take an intensive English course in the UK, basic preparation on the GCSE program. Half of the lessons are focused on the development of general language skills, half - on the assimilation of materials under the GCSE program: this helps students to prepare qualitatively and effectively for training in the Sixth Form. In addition, there are cultural and leisure activities that help to understand the history, national characteristics of Great Britain. You can apply for the course in September, January or April of your choice. Each graduate of the course receives a corporate certificate of international level, accepted in most educational institutions of the world.

And as a separate discipline, and as part of other courses taught ICT (information and computer technology). Educational buildings include more than 150 modern PCs, available to students for 8 hours daily; Each connected to the Internet, a local network, provides access to e-mail. Since 2013, the campus also has a special smart system: with its help, students can get their homework online, and teachers can also online monitor the accuracy of its implementation, monitor academic success.

Sidcot School supports the student exchange program between the schools of Germany and France: thanks to intensive language preparation (Spanish, German and French - can be studied at the progressive level of A-level or GCSE), students do not experience learning problems abroad.

Like other boarding houses, there is a strict ban on smoking, drinking alcohol and drugs, relations between pupils. Minor offenses lead to exclusion from school life and extracurricular activities (Saturday, at least 2 hours), and on Fridays educational and explanatory talks and meetings are held.

Until 19:00 every weekday, all students are required to wear a school uniform and uniforms are required when leaving the territory (on weekends or holidays).

Officially, the religion of Sidcot School - Quakers, but it is by no means inflicts, children of any religion can learn here.

Jake Wilson

Russia, the CIS and Europe Students Admission Regional Director at the National Mathematics and Science College

What makes British schools so popular with families around the world?

There are many different schools in Britain: on the one hand, there are the oldest, traditional boarding schools, where world leaders, famous politicians, economists and scientists have been educated for hundreds of years. On the other hand, Britain today has some of the most modern independent schools and colleges you can find! This provides a wide range of choices for any parent - a school can be found that perfectly matches the individual needs and ambitions of the child. Combined with a unique British history and the fact that Britain is home to English - the world's language of science and business - this makes the UK one of the best options for studying abroad.

Five comfortable residences are built for students (male and female separately): each includes, in addition to bedrooms, student kitchens, cozy living rooms for general recreation and quiet rooms for classes. Pupils under 11 years live in rooms for 3-4 people, students in the middle classes (11 to 16 years) occupy rooms for two, and high school students can count on private or double bedrooms. Senior students have a greater level of freedom and independence: they can bring even their bicycle, rollers or skateboard.

Meals are also organized according to the principle of full boarding, in a spacious common dining room, there is a separate diet for vegetarians.

The director personally appoints the elders and the perfects of the hostels: the residences are constantly competing among themselves, various thematic contests and competitions are arranged.

Subject list: Art, biology, chemistry, design, economics, geography, history, law, maths, music, physical education, physics
Activity list: dancing, football, gym, hockey, rugby, swimming, tennis

In their free time, pupils enjoy sports using the school infrastructure:

• Judo;
• Hockey;
• Badminton;
• Volleyball;
• Athletics;
• Rowing;
• Aerobics;
• Netball;
• Tennis (and table tennis);
• Swimming;
• Rugby;
• Squash;
• Riding;
• Cricket;
• Football;
• Fencing;
• Basketball.

But there are no compulsory sports here: if a student feels craving for creative or intellectual pursuits, he/she can attend other clubs and sections. If a student wants to play sports on a more professional level, he/she can work in a team - there are teams of fencing, swimming, rugby and other sports.

Equestrian sport is highly developed: Sidcot School works with a large association of the British Horse Society, has its own Sidcot Equestrian Center. Stables are designed for 21 horses, you can even bring your pets with you, get valuable care skills.

There are music studios and photographs, workshops for graphic and ceramic lovers, you can sing, fine art or sharpen dramatic skills. The school employs professional, experienced teachers in vocals and choral singing, assembled their choirs and ensembles.

• In 2018, according to the results of the A-Level program in the UK  - 39.70% of students received marks A - A *.

The total area exceeds 150 acres: there are 5 comfortable residences, educational and administrative buildings, a sports center and a large indoor pool, playgrounds, tennis courts. It has its own library and state-of-the-art scientific laboratory, a computer center, a professional recording studio, its own rock band, a jazz band and an orchestra. The medical center is constantly working and the qualified personnel is always on duty. There is also a shop on the territory where you can buy various household and office trivia, school supplies.

Tuition fees for foreign students from countries outside the EU are:

• 7-9 grades;
• 10-11;
• Sixth Form;
• Preparing for IB or A-level

At the stated price already included:

• Study on the chosen program (1 academic year = 3 terms);
• Accommodation and meals (full board);
• Basic set of teaching aids, books and materials;
• Laundry services;
• Medical support;
• School leisure activities.

The price does not include and is paid additionally:

• Registration fee (non-refundable);
• Training Deposit;
• Examination fees;
• Additional excursions and leisure activities (optional);
• Individual lessons;
• Guardianship;
• Air tickets in both directions;
• Transfer in both directions (upon request);
• Consular fee Embassy;
• Medical insurance;
• Courier delivery of the visa invitation (DHL)

Extras:

• Deposit for a course/programme 3500 GBP
• Application Fee 150 GBP

You will need to pass an English language test: this can be a special school exam or an international IELTS:

• For high school - from 5.0;
• For Sixth Form - at least 4.5;
• For the A-level - from 5.0;
• For the international undergraduate IB - from 5.5 and above.

Students with excellent academic performance can count on scholarship - on average, the scholarship covers up to 20% of the tuition fee.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision