For students aged Junior Summer Courses. & Family Courses. Learn English and enjoy an exciting activity programme in the UK, USA or Canada

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1 For students aged 7-17 Junior Summer Courses & Family Courses Learn English and enjoy an exciting activity programme in the UK, USA or Canada 2016

2 Welcome to St Giles Junior & Family Summer Courses For students aged 7-17 Individual care and supervision Comprehensive and interactive English lessons Range of sports or academic English Plus options at selected centres Educational and fun activity programmes Choice of residential programmes on university and independent school campuses Family Courses in Brighton, London or San Francisco for parents and their children Established in 1955, St Giles International offers 60 years experience in providing excellence in English language training for people of all ages, with different needs and from all over the world. With our great choice of summer centre locations and our international reputation for excellence, you are guaranteed to receive the highest quality programme. If you are aged 7-17 years, want to improve your English, explore the UK, USA or Canada, have fun and make new friends from all over the world, then make St Giles your choice this summer! UK Summer Centres are accredited by the for the teaching of English in the UK 2www.stgiles-international.com

3 Contents YOUR JUNIOR COURSE 04 Accommodation & Welfare 05 The Social Programme 06 English Plus 07 UK Cambridge (14-17 yrs) 08 Canterbury Juniors (8-12 yrs) 10 Canterbury Seniors (13-17 yrs) 12 London (10-17 yrs) 14 Nottingham (10-17 yrs) 16 Oxford (12-17 yrs) 18 Southampton (10-17 yrs) 20 CANADA Toronto (9-17 yrs) 30 Vancouver (10-17 yrs) 32 YOUR FAMILY COURSE 34 Brighton Family Course 36 London Family Course 38 San Francisco Family Course 40 FEES, DATES & BOOKING 42 USA Florida (8-15 yrs) 22 New York (14-17 yrs) 24 San Diego (10-17 yrs) 26 San Francisco (10-17 yrs) 28 3

4 Your Junior Course We offer a package programme at our junior centres, providing quality teaching, accommodation, meals, supervision and an exciting social programme! QUALITY TEACHING Our friendly and professional teachers use cutting-edge methods in an interactive learning environment to help you learn quickly. The lessons are designed to focus on building your communication skills and confidence in using English. Our qualified teachers bring the language to life through a vibrant and functional approach. In addition to formal language skills training, lessons include project work, games, and use of modern English language teaching resources. Lessons will also include preparation for excursions and activities, to help you continue your learning outside of the classroom. WE OFFER: 20 lessons (16.7 hours) or 25 lessons (20.8 hours) each week Progress checks and 1:1 feedback sessions with your teacher Small international classes with lots of individual attention All learning materials End-of-course certificate and full report New English Plus Options For students aged 7-17 A range of exciting options to allow students to tailor their junior course. English Plus sport options include instruction in football, tennis and fencing. English Plus language options are designed to help students use English in a variety of different settings, e.g. exam skills and performing arts courses. See page 7 for more information. EACH WEEK CONSISTS OF: 50% GENERAL ENGLISH BASED ON STUDENT NEEDS AND THEMES OF THE WEEK 20% PROJECT WORK 15% EXCURSIONS 15% REVISION AND PROGRESS ASSESSMENT For your peace of mind... All junior residential students will be covered by our insurance. 4

5 ACCOMMODATION AND WELFARE We want to make sure that you are able to relax and feel at home with us in a safe environment. All our junior centres offer the following: Full-board residential accommodation Healthy food choices, with plenty of variety Special diets catered for 24-hour welfare and support staff on site at all times Lots of individual care and attention 24-hour emergency contact number for students and parents Insurance included for all students The staff are nice, the food is delicious and my room is great! ELIZABETH, UKRAINE All of your accommodation is carefully selected by us to ensure that you are comfortable and happy during your stay. You will stay in a modern and safe residence, with a range of facilities. Our welfare and support staff are on site at all times - 24 hours a day - should you need any help while you are with us. 5

6 The Social Programme ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS Every St Giles Summer Course is packed with activities, excursions, local visits, sports, and games, all carefully designed to be both educational and fun. The programme of activities and trips is chosen to be suitable for your age and to help you make new friends, practise your English and have fun from your very first day at the centre until you leave! You can enjoy: An action packed afternoon programme of sports, local visits and games Fun evening activities including quiz nights, discos, competitions and international talent shows Excursions for students studying in the UK will include London, Oxford, Cambridge and Brighton In the USA you can visit cities such as New York and San Francisco, as well as exciting theme parks such as Universal Studios and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Students at our centres in Canada can enjoy trips to Niagara Falls, the CN Tower and Whistler SAMPLE TORONTO TIMETABLE :00 08:00 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 07:00 Wake Up 08:00 Breakfast 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00 20:00 21:00 22:00 23:00 Arrivals & Games at Fleuberry Park & Shopping at Upper Canada Mall Activities or Free Time 08:30-12:30 Lessons 08:30-12:30 Lessons 12:30-13:30 Lunch 12:30-13:30 Lunch 13:30-14:00 St Giles Huddle Full-Day Excursion: Helicopter Ride over Niagara 13:30-14:00 St Giles Huddle Excursion: Falls, Dinner Out Baseball & Swimming & CN Tower Soccer & Yoga & Shopping Crafts Softball Time Personal Time Personal Time Personal Time Half-Day 18:00-19:00 Dinner Dinner Excursion: Shopping at Las Americas Premium Outlets and Casino Night Chill Out Night Karaoke Night International Dinner Out Quiz Night Room Time 23:00 Lights Out Please note that all schedules are subject to change and that excursions are not provided on the day of arrival or departure. Optional sports activities may include: tennis, basketball, soccer, baseball, American football, volleyball, etc. Optional arts and crafts activities may include: dance, drama, yoga, sketching, jewellery making, t-shirt art, etc. Scheduled personal time activities may include: laundry, study, contacting family, etc. 6

7 English Plus We offer a wide range of English Plus sport and language options, which take place over 5 hours per week in the afternoons and enable you to tailor your Junior Summer Course to your specific interests and needs. LANGUAGE OPTIONS Students can personalise their course on arrival by adding one of the many English Plus language options, available at most centres in the UK, USA and Canada at no extra cost. English Plus University Studies Taster, giving students a taste of what it is like to study at a British or American University English Plus Language Workshops, for those who would like more practice in vocabulary and functional language English Plus Exam Skills, a taster course focusing on exam techniques needed for exams such as FCE, CAE, IELTS, SAT and TOEFL English Plus Performing Arts, for students who would like to explore the language of drama, theatre and dance English Plus Speaking & Writing, focused on practising productive skills such as creative writing, public speaking, and script writing Language Workshops Exam Skills University Studies Taster Performing Arts Speaking and Writing Cambridge Canterbury Seniors London Southampton New York San Francisco Vancouver The above English Plus language options are subject to minimum student numbers. SPORT OPTIONS Fencing Football Tennis Sailing Surfing Canterbury Nottingham Florida San Diego English Plus sport options are available at select centres in the UK and USA for an additional fee per week*. These Sport Options have limited places and should be booked at the time of enrolment. All sporting equipment and safety materials are included. English Plus Tennis - 5 hours of tennis instruction per week from Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) professionals English Plus Fencing - 5 hours of fencing lessons per week from qualified instructors English Plus Sailing - 5 hours of sailing lessons per week from professional instructors English Plus Surfing - 5 hours of surfing lessons per week from experienced surf instructors English Plus Football - 5 hours of instruction per week in football skills and techniques *Prices for English Plus sport options can be found on page 40. 7

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9 Cambridge Stansted London Heathrow Gatwick Sunday 26th June - Sunday 7th August 2016 Cambridge at the University of Cambridge Founded in 1596, Sidney Sussex is a college of the University of Cambridge and is located in the very heart of this traditional English city. This campus offers ambitious learners the opportunity to experience living and learning at this international centre of excellence. With on-site accommodation of an excellent standard, a historic formal dining hall considered one of the finest at the university and sculptured lawns, this centre offers the classic Cambridge university experience. We offer students an intensive course at this centre with 25 lessons per week with a maximum class size of 12. This is a small centre perfect for mature young learners looking to maximise their progress. Intensive programme for ambitious and focused learners Live and learn at one of the world s leading universities Located in the heart of the city Language Workshop Exam Skills University Studies Taster KEY FACTS Ages: 14 to 17 years General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Travel Times: London 60 minutes Lessons: 25 lessons (20.8 hrs) per week Capacity: 50 students Class Size: 12 students per class Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Residential single rooms shared bathrooms (1:4) 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: Cambridge colleges London Oxford Punting on the river St Giles Juniors is a Summer School which contracts Sidney Sussex College for the use of its facilities, but which otherwise has no other connection or association with the University of Cambridge or its Colleges. 9

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11 London Heathrow Gatwick Canterbury Sunday 3rd July - Sunday 7th August 2016 Canterbury Juniors at The King s School Based in the magnificent grounds of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine s Abbey, the medieval feel of The King s School is guaranteed to offer Canterbury Juniors students a magical experience. Students will benefit from traditional-style accommodation with modern teaching and recreational facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, gym, outdoor playing fields, tennis courts and a fencing hall. Students have the opportunity to take the English Plus Tennis or English Plus Fencing options, which take place over five hours per week in the afternoons. This is the perfect programme for younger learners, especially those going abroad for the first time. This centre offers extra levels of care and supervision, and dedicated on-site St Giles staff available at all times. Safe and secure campus, with high levels of supervision Excellent sporting and leisure facilities Beautiful city centre location ideal for younger learners Tennis Fencing KEY FACTS Ages: 8 to 12 years General Staff Ratio: 1:10 Travel Times: London 90 minutes Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 70 students Class Size: 12 students per class Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:10 Accommodation: Residential single rooms or shared rooms (2, 3 and 4) shared bathrooms (1:4) 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: Brighton Hastings Windsor London 11

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13 London Heathrow Gatwick Canterbury Sunday 3rd July - Sunday 7th August 2016 Canterbury Seniors at The King s School The King s School has a history dating back to 597AD making it Britain s oldest boarding school. The school is set in the beautiful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine s Abbey both World Heritage Sites in the centre of Canterbury. Modern accommodation, teaching, and recreational facilities combined with the medieval school buildings and grounds offer a magical experience. Sporting facilities on offer at the nearby King s School sports centre include an indoor swimming pool, gym, outdoor playing fields, tennis courts and fencing hall. Students will also have the opportunity to take the English Plus Tennis or English Plus Fencing options, which take place over five hours per week in the afternoons. Learn in the grounds of Canterbury Cathedral Safe and secure campus Excellent sporting and leisure facilities Tennis Performing Arts Fencing Speaking and Writing Language Workshop KEY FACTS Ages: 13 to 17 years General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Travel Times: London 90 minutes Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 170 students Class Size: 12 students per class Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Residential single rooms or shared rooms (2, 3 and 4) shared bathrooms (1:4) 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: Brighton Hastings Windsor London 13

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15 King's Cross St Pancras station London Heathrow Gatwick Sunday 26th June - Sunday 7th August 2016 London at UCL & University of Westminster Our centre is based at University College London (UCL) and the University of Westminster, both ideally located in the heart of the capital and perfect for more independent learners. With the Westminster classrooms just a short walk away from our UCL residence in fashionable Fitzrovia, this junior centre offers the best of all worlds. It is the ideal place for students looking for the London university experience in a supervised yet more independent environment. The campus offers excellent learning and recreational facilities combined with an exciting activity programme, allowing students to experience everything London has to offer. Excursions include visits to some of the city s top attractions such as the London Eye and the Tower of London. Experience the student lifestyle at central London universities Enjoy excursions to famous London sights Excellent learning and recreational facilities Language Workshop Speaking and Writing Performing Arts KEY FACTS Ages: 10 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 150 students Class Size: 15 students per class General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:12 Accommodation: Residential Single Shared bathrooms (1:6) Travel Times: Heathrow: 40 minutes Gatwick: 60 minutes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: London Eye Thames River Cruise Tower of London Windsor Castle 15

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17 Nottingham East Midlands Birmingham London Heathrow Gatwick Sunday 19th June - Sunday 31st July 2016 Nottingham at the University of Nottingham The historic home of Robin Hood, Nottingham is ideally located to experience the UK with trips to Manchester, York and Cambridge. Our centre is based at the University of Nottingham ranked in the UK s Top 30 and the World s Top 100 universities. Nottingham offers younger learners a safe and secure stay with teaching and accommodation all close together on a beautiful self-contained campus set in 330 acres of sculptured parkland. The campus offers great sporting facilities just a few minutes walk from the accommodation, including tennis courts, an indoor swimming pool, and playing fields. High levels of supervision, care and attention make this an ideal campus for younger learners or those going abroad for the first time. Safe, secure and selfcontained campus ideal for younger learners Warm and friendly atmosphere with lots of personal attention Excellent sporting facilities include sports pitches, green spaces and tennis courts Football Tennis KEY FACTS Ages: 10 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 170 students Class Size: 15 students per class General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Residential single rooms or twin rooms Shared bathrooms (1:5) Travel Times: London 150 minutes Cambridge 100 minutes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: London Manchester Cambridge York 17

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19 Oxford Stansted London Heathrow Gatwick Sunday 26th June - Sunday 7th August 2016 Oxford at Oxford Brookes University St Giles Oxford is our new junior summer centre for 2016, based on the beautiful, green and modern campus of Oxford Brookes University. The St Giles Oxford junior centre is based at one of the UK s leading modern campuses, offering high standards of accommodation, leisure and teaching facilities. This is a safe and secure campus, with plenty of green outdoor space to relax and enjoy our exciting social programme. The classrooms, student houses and leisure/dining facilities are all within walking distance from each other, and are located just a 20-minute walk from the centre of Oxford. Within walking distance to the heart of Oxford Set in beautiful parkland, with modern teaching and leisure facilities Afternoon trips to many of Oxford s famous colleges KEY FACTS Ages: 12 to 17 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 150 students Class Size: 15 students per class General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Residential single rooms - ensuite single rooms - shared bathrooms Travel Times: Oxford - 20 minutes walk London - 90 minutes 2 full-day and 3 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: Oxford colleges London Cambridge 19

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21 London Heathrow Gatwick Southampton Sunday 3rd July - Sunday 21st August 2016 Southampton at Southampton Solent University Located in Southampton city centre, Solent University is a contemporary campus offering high quality teaching facilities, indoor sporting facilities and outdoor playing fields. The modern residence is just a short walk from the teaching blocks and features single rooms with en-suite bathrooms. A vibrant city, Southampton also has a rich historical and cultural heritage and remains one of the UK s greenest cities. It features one of Britain s largest shopping centres, and a historic waterfront setting. The city is perfectly located to visit London and some great South Coast attractions. Vibrant and exciting city centre location Modern university campus High quality en-suite single rooms Language Workshop Exam Skills University Studies Taster With a lively and action-packed programme, this campus is ideal for students looking for a city experience this summer. Speaking and Writing Performing Arts KEY FACTS Ages: 10 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 100 students Class Size: 15 students per class General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Residential single rooms en-suite bathrooms Travel Times: London 120 minutes Winchester 25 minutes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: London Oxford Brighton Bath 21

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23 Tampa Tampa Orlando International Sunday 26th June - Sunday 31st July 2016 Florida at the Admiral Farragut Academy The Admiral Farragut Academy is a leading naval school founded in Located in St Petersburg, Florida, the school is set in a stunning 33 acre campus with fantastic on-site recreational facilities. Facilities include a swimming pool, sculptured gardens and baseball and softball pitches. The campus is also equipped with its own arts complex and theatre. The comfortable residential accommodation is all based on campus. The attractions of Orlando Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios and Adventure Island are only 120 minutes away. Students enjoy full-day excursions to these great theme parks every week. There will also be time during the week to relax on some of the world s best beaches. Live and learn in America s Sunshine State Safe campus, with high levels of personal attention Exciting social and activity programme, including optional sailing lessons Sailing KEY FACTS Ages: 8 to 12 years & 13 to 15 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 75 students Class Size: 15 students per class General Staff Ratio: 1:15 Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:12 Accommodation: Residential shared rooms (2, 3 and 4) shared bathrooms (1:4) Travel Times: Tampa 45 minutes Orlando 120 minutes 3 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: Universal Studios Orlando Wizarding World of Harry Potter Disney World Orlando Adventure Island Water Park 23

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25 New York Newark JFK La Guardia Sunday 19th June - Sunday 7th August 2016 New York at Barnard College Barnard College is affiliated to Columbia University and is located just steps away from its campus, on the Upper West Side of vibrant Manhattan. This centre is perfect for more independent learners wishing to experience the excitement of living and learning in one of the world s greatest cities. This prestigious college has been affiliated to Columbia University, the oldest institution of higher learning in the State of New York, since Located only minutes away from the main attractions of New York, this centre is ideal for those looking for a real city experience. Students can make the most of Manhattan with our lively and varied social programme. After lessons, St Giles staff will accompany students on the famous New York Subway to travel around the city like true New Yorkers. Live and learn in the heart of Manhattan Ideal for more independent learners Optional University Studies course available for students interested in going to university in America Language Workshop Exam Skills University Studies Taster Speaking and Writing Performing Arts KEY FACTS Ages: 14 to 17 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 150 students Class Size: 15 students per class General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:12 Accommodation: Residential single rooms shared rooms shared bathrooms (1:6) Travel Times: Newark, EWR - 35 minutes JFK 35 minutes La Guardia 25 minutes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: Six Flags Amusement park 5th Avenue Shopping and Times Square Museum of Natural History Empire State Building Statue of Liberty 25

26 Enjoy a multicity Californian experience! For students aged 7-17 Why not spend two weeks in San Diego and two weeks in San Francisco this summer? 26

27 Los Angeles International LAX Los Angeles San Diego International San Diego Sunday 26th June - Sunday 31st July 2016 San Diego at San Diego State University Located a short distance from downtown San Diego and some of the best surf beaches in the world, San Diego State University s magnificent campus offers the perfect setting for students to enjoy a typical summer in California, the Golden State. San Diego State University is the oldest and largest higher education institution in the San Diego region. The beautiful, self-contained campus is in a wonderful city location, and only a short distance away from the beach, so students can experience the best of both worlds. Students can enjoy fantastic onsite facilities including outdoor swimming pools, sports fields and a ten-pin bowling alley! The high quality residential accommodation is also based on campus and has excellent dining options to suit all tastes. Optional surfing lessons available Attractive campus location within easy reach of the beach and the city centre Excellent sporting and leisure facilities Surfing KEY FACTS Ages: 10 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 90 students Class Size: 15 students per class General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:12 Accommodation: Residential twin shared bathrooms (1:6) Travel Times: San Diego International Airport: 30 minutes Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): 120 minutes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: San Diego Zoo Sea World Disneyland 27

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29 San Francisco San Francisco International Sunday 26th June - Sunday 7th August 2016 San Francisco at California State University, East Bay The California State East Bay campus is located in the scenic Hayward Hills with spectacular views over San Francisco Bay, and only 40 minutes from the centre of the city. The campus offers high quality teaching and leisure facilities such as modern classrooms with digital projectors and plenty of outdoor space to relax and enjoy the social programme. Accommodation is in a modern residence with twin rooms and communal areas. On-site food courts and shops complete the university experience! Modern centre with excellent facilities and accommodation Study in East Bay, with easy access to the city Safe, compact campus with high levels of personal attention This is a relaxed, fun and caring young learner experience, on a self-contained campus offering excellent levels of supervision. Outside of the classroom students can enjoy fantastic trips and activities in and around the beautiful Bay area. Language Workshop Speaking and Writing Performing Arts KEY FACTS Ages: 10 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Travel Times: San Francisco 40 minutes Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 150 students Class Size: 15 students per class Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Residential twin shared bathrooms (1:4) 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: The Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39 Ride the duck and explore Chinatown Alcatraz Ride the famous San Francisco tram 29

30 Enjoy a multicity Canadian experience! For students aged 7-17 Why not spend two weeks in Toronto and two weeks in Vancouver this summer? 30

31 Toronto Pearson International Airport Toronto Sunday 10th July - Sunday 31st July 2016 Toronto at St Andrew s College St. Andrew s College is a leading Canadian independent school, with over a century of history and tradition. The school s 100 acre campus offers a beautiful setting for an unforgettable summer experience, combining historic architecture with modern teaching facilities. The campus is safe and selfcontained and features fantastic on-site sports facilities including a 25m indoor swimming pool, arts centre, gymnasium and large playing fields for outdoor sports. The attractions of Toronto are all within easy reach for students to enjoy, including the iconic CN Tower. All students will also be able to experience the breathtaking beauty of Niagara Falls close-up, with a helicopter ride over the world famous waterfall. Experience Canadian college life on a magnificent 100 acre campus Excellent sporting and leisure facilities Attractions of Toronto within easy reach of the school This course includes the helicopter ride of a lifetime over Niagara Falls!* For students aged 7-17 KEY FACTS Ages: 9 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 75 students Class Size: 15 students per class *on specific dates and only available once per student General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:12 Accommodation: Residential twin rooms shared bathrooms (1:8) Travel Times: Toronto 40 minutes 1 full-day and 3 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: Day trip with helicopter ride over Niagara Falls CN Tower Casa Loma Canada s Wonderland 31

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33 Vancouver Vancouver International Sunday 3rd July - Sunday 31st July 2016 Vancouver at University of British Columbia Founded in 1908, the University of British Columbia (UBC) enjoys a global reputation for academic excellence ranking 2nd in Canada and 40th worldwide. Nestled in acres of beautiful gardens, with a regional park next door and the Pacific Ocean within walking distance, UBC is a beautiful setting for a summer programme. UBC offers students a modern university experience with onsite residential accommodation of an extremely high standard. The campus also boasts fantastic sporting facilities, the Vancouver Museum of Anthropology, an award winning Arts Centre, and the beautiful Botanical Gardens. All of this is only 15 minutes away from the city. Our programme offers students the chance to experience the best of Vancouver and British Columbia. During their stay, all students will enjoy 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week. Experience Canadian University life on a campus famous for its facilities Within easy reach of downtown Vancouver Exciting activity programme including visits to Grouse Mountain, the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Whistler Language Workshop Speaking and Writing Performing Arts KEY FACTS Ages: 10 to 12 years & 13 to 17 years General Staff Ratio: 1:20 Travel Times: Vancouver 15 minutes Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 120 students Class Size: 15 students per class Excursion Staff Ratio: 1:12 Accommodation: Residential single and twin rooms shared bathrooms (1:8) 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week Excursions include: Sea plane ride over Vancouver harbour Stanley Park and the Vancouver Aquarium Whistler Cultus Lake Water Park St Giles Juniors is a Summer School which contracts the University of British Columbia for the use of its facilities, but which otherwise has no other connection or association with the university. Main photo taken by Martin Dee, UBC. 33

34 Your Family Course For parents and children aged 7-15 This fantastic summer course offers families the chance to visit the UK or USA together and combine quality language learning with a fun activity programme in Brighton, London or San Francisco. QUALITY TEACHING All our teachers are qualified, native level English speakers, and many have years of teaching experience. During the course, interactive lessons take place in fully equipped classrooms each morning. Parents study English at one of our year-round adult schools St Giles Brighton, St Giles London Central or St Giles San Francisco whilst children have lessons in modern classrooms nearby. We offer: 20 English lessons (16.7 hours) each week Progress checks and 1:1 feedback sessions with your teacher Small international classes with lots of individual attention End-of-course report SOCIAL PROGRAMME After morning lessons, the whole family can enjoy three afternoon activities per week together, plus a weekly full-day excursion, along with other families. Activities can include sports in the park, guided walks and visits to local attractions and museums. The rest of the week can be spent enjoying free time together and exploring the exciting cities of Brighton, London or San Francisco! ACCOMMODATION & MEALS Our flexible programme allows families to choose between homestay accommodation, apartments or hotels. The full package price* includes homestay accommodation in twin rooms, with breakfast every day and light lunches on weekdays. These homestays are typically located minutes away from the school. For families looking for a more independent option, we are happy to help arrange alternative accommodation in apartments or hotels. *See p.40 for package options and prices. 34

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37 Heathrow Gatwick Brighton Sunday 19th June - Sunday 31st July 2016 Brighton Family Course The St Giles Family Course in Brighton offers families the chance to visit the UK and study together during the summer in a fantastic seaside location. Brighton is a friendly, young city located on the UK s south coast, often called London-by-the-sea. This city offers something for every member of the family, from the boutique shops and lively theatre scene, to its beautiful beach and pier. On this programme, parents will study English in the mornings at our year-round adult school, St Giles Brighton, whilst children have lessons in modern classrooms just a few minutes walk away in the Jubilee Library. Both centres are located in central Brighton near the Royal Pavilion, the Palace Pier and the seafront. Activities during this course can include boat trips, guided sightseeing walks, bowling and sporting activities. There will also be a weekly full-day excursion for you to enjoy, including a trip to London every two weeks. Located in the heart of one of Britain s largest seaside cities Parents & children study in modern classrooms just a few minutes apart 3 afternoon activities & 1 full-day excursion per week, plus lots of free time to enjoy with the family KEY FACTS Ages: 7 to 15 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 45 children Class Size: 12 students per class for adults 15 students per class for children General Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Homestay, hotel or self catering apartments 1-full-day excursion and 3 afternoon activities per week Excursions include: London Hastings Chichester Eastbourne 37

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39 London Heathrow Gatwick Sunday 19th June - Sunday 7th August 2016 London Family Course The St Giles Family Course in London offers families the chance to visit the UK and study together during the summer in one of the world s greatest capital cities. London is an exciting city with a fascinating history and a diverse cultural scene. The capital offers some of the world s best sights and attractions, including the historic Tower of London, the beautiful Houses of Parliament and the London Eye. On this programme, parents will study English in the mornings at our year-round adult school, St Giles London Central, whilst children have lessons in classrooms just across the road in Russell Square. Both centres are located right in the heart of the city, ideal for families who want to enjoy all that London has to offer. Activities during this course can include river boat cruises, guided sightseeing walks, museum and palace visits, and sporting activities. There will also be a weekly full-day excursion for you to enjoy. Possible day trips may include Cambridge, Oxford or Canterbury. Excellent central London location close to world famous sights and attractions Parents & children study in modern classrooms in Russell Square 3 afternoon activities & 1 full-day excursion per week to experience all that the capital has to offer KEY FACTS Ages: 7 to 15 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 60 children Class Size: 12 students per class for adults 15 students per class for children General Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Homestay, hotel or self catering apartments 1-full-day excursion and 3 afternoon activities per week Excursions include: Brighton Windsor Cambridge Oxford 39

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41 San Francisco San Francisco International Sunday 3rd July - Sunday 31st July 2016 San Francisco Family Course The St Giles Family Course in San Francisco offers families the chance to visit California and study together during the summer in one of the USA s most vibrant and international cities. San Francisco offers a warm Californian welcome to everyone who visits. There are many attractions to enjoy, from Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge, to Fisherman s Wharf and the famous Cable Cars. The city is also surrounded by spectacular natural beauty, such as the Muir Woods and beautiful beaches. On this programme, parents will study English in the mornings at our year-round adult school, St Giles San Francisco, and children will also study on-site in separate classrooms. The centre is located on Market Street in downtown San Francisco, home to some of the USA s best shopping and dining, and just two blocks from Union Square. Activities during this course can include cruises to Alcatraz, cycle rides, guided sightseeing walks and sporting activities. There will also be a weekly full-day excursion for you to enjoy, including possible trips to Yosemite National Park or Lake Tahoe. Fantastic central location in downtown San Francisco Parents & children study in one location at St Giles San Francisco 3 afternoon activities & 1 full-day excursion per week, plus plenty of time to explore California KEY FACTS Ages: 7 to 15 years Lessons: 20 lessons (16.7 hrs) per week Capacity: 45 children Class Size: 12 students per class for adults 15 students per class for children General Staff Ratio: 1:15 Accommodation: Homestay, hotel or self catering apartments 1-full-day excursion and 3 afternoon activities per week Excursions include: Alcatraz Lake Tahoe Yosemite National Park Sausalito 41

42 Fees, Dates and Booking Residential Centres - UK, USA and Canada for students aged 8-17 Fees include 20 lessons (16.67 hours) each week of General English in international classes, plus a daily programme of excursions, sports and social activities in afternoons and evenings, and residential accommodation with full board meals. Day-only prices do not include residential accommodation. Minimum enrolment: 2 weeks Dates Age group Maximum Residential rooms Price per week Class size Residential Day only United Kingdom Prices are in sterling Cambridge 26 Jun 7 Aug Single Cambridge provides an intensive programme of 25 lessons (20.83 hours) per week. Canterbury Juniors 3 Jul 7 Aug Single, twin, shared Optional extras Fencing 5 hours coaching per week per week Tennis 5 hours coaching per week per week Canterbury Seniors 3 Jul 7 Aug Single, twin, shared Optional extras Fencing 5 hours coaching per week per week Tennis 5 hours coaching per week per week London 26 Jun 7 Aug Single Nottingham 19 Jun 31 Jul Single and twin Optional extras Football 5 hours coaching per week + 45 per week Tennis 5 hours coaching per week per week Oxford 26 Jun - 7 Aug Single ensuite Single shared bathroom 815 Southampton 3 Jul-21 Aug Single en suite United States of America Cost-free English Plus language options are offered in the afternoon at these Centres (5 hours per week), subject to minimum student numbers. Residential rooms: twin = rooms with 2 single beds, shared = rooms with 3 or 4 single beds. Minimum enrolment: 1 week. Minimum family number: 1 adult and 1 child Course Dates (Arrivals and departures are Sunday-Sunday, as indicated). Adult beginners can start only on 26 Jun. Programme options 1,2,3 are for children and adults 4,5,6 are for adults only 42 lessons activities excursion lunch homestay 19 Jun-31 Jul 19 Jun-7 Aug 3 Jul-31 Jul Brighton London San Francisco Prices are per person per week GBP GBP US$ 1 Full package A B C D E Day package plus A B C D n/a Day package only A B C n/a n/a A 20 morning lessons per week B 3 afternoon activities per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) C 1 full-day excursion per week (Saturday) Prices are in US$ dollars Florida 26 Jun 31 Jul Twin and shared Optional extra Sailing 5 hours coaching per week +$200 per week New York 19 Jun-7 Aug Single and twin San Diego 26 Jun-31 Jul Twin Optional extra Surfing 5 hours coaching per week +$300 per week (written parental consent required) San Francisco 26 Jun-7 Aug Twin Canada Junior Summer Residential course students for Canada must obtain a Guardianship Certificate through our office, which processes these for you on 1 March, 1 April, 1 May, and 1 June at a cost of Can$15, or on other dates at Can$50. Prices are in Can$ dollars Toronto 10 Jul 31 Jul Twin and shared Vancouver 3 Jul-31 Jul Single and twin Family Courses in Brighton, London & San Francisco for parents and children (ages 7-15) D light lunches (weekdays) E homestay accommodation in twin room, with breakfast every day 4 Adult without lessons* n/a B C D E Adult without lessons or homestay* n/a B C D n/a Adult with social programme only* n/a B C n/a n/a *At least one adult must accompany their child to and from lessons every day, and participate in all other activities. Families can choose half-board homestay accommodation for an extra 40/$70 per person per week. We can provide information for families who prefer accommodation in hotels or apartments. Please contact Brighton, London or San Francisco for details. St Giles can arrange travel and medical insurance for you. Please visit our website for policy information and cost.

43 Airport Transfers Residential Summer Centres Please note: Courses run from Sunday to Sunday, and all prices are based on arrivals and departures on Sundays. There is a supplementary charge of 100 or US/Can$200 for arrivals or departures on other days. Unaccompanied Minors: Any student travelling as an Unaccompanied Minor (UM) must pay our UM fee of 40/US$60/Can$60 per single journey in addition to the transfer fees and any charges levied by the airline. All individual students under the age of 13 must travel as an Unaccompanied Minor and pay this fee. A return airport transfer is included in the package price for groups of 12 or more from selected airports. For individuals and small groups, the following supplements apply per student for a return journey. Coaches and shared vehicles may be used for peak intake dates. Prices from other airports and/or for larger groups are available on request. United Kingdom Prices are per student in sterling Summer Centre Airport/Railway terminal Number of students travelling together Gatwick Cambridge London Heathrow Stansted Gatwick Canterbury London Heathrow Gatwick London London Heathrow St Pancras Eurostar Birmingham East Midlands Nottingham Gatwick London Heathrow Heathrow Oxford London Gatwick Gatwick Southampton London Heathrow United States of America Prices are per student in US$ Summer Centre Airport Number of students travelling together Florida Tampa Orlando New York JFK La Guardia Newark Liberty International San Diego San Diego International Los Angeles International San Francisco San Francisco International Canada Prices are per student in Can$ Summer Centre Airport Number of students travelling together Toronto Toronto Pearson International Vancouver Vancouver International Family Courses in Brighton, London & San Francisco Prices are in sterling for London and Brighton and US dollars for San Francisco, and are per family per single journey (maximum 4 passengers). London London surcharge Brighton London Heathrow 125 For addresses in East and South East London Heathrow 145 London City Airport 125 London, add 7 to these prices. London Gatwick 136 London Gatwick 90 Stansted 136 Stansted 200 Luton 136 San Francisco San Francisco International 145 (Private sedan car) These charges include 60 minutes waiting time from the scheduled time of arrival. There is an additional charge of 25/US$30 for each additional hour s waiting time. 43

44 Your Next Step HOW TO BOOK To book your course, please visit our website at and download our Junior Enrolment Form 2016 or our Family Courses Enrolment Form Alternatively, you can request the enrolment forms by or book directly on our website. The enrolment form details the payment procedure and the Terms and Conditions which all bookings are subject to. You can choose to pay by cheque, bank transfer or credit card. If you choose to pay by bank transfer, all bank charges must be paid by the student. ASK US A QUESTION If you would like to ask a question about any of the centres before you book, you can either contact your local agent or our registration teams using the details below. You can also complete our online contact form or speak to us on Skype if you visit our website. CONTACT DETAILS St Giles Junior Summer Courses (UK, USA and Canada) 1-3 Marlborough Place Brighton BN1 1UB UK T: +44 (0) F: +44 (0) UK: juniors@stgiles.co.uk USA: juniors@stgiles-usa.com Canada: juniors@stgiles-canada.com St Giles San Francisco Family Course 785 Market Street, Suite 300 San Francisco, CA94103 USA T: F: sanfrancisco@stgiles-usa.com St Giles Brighton Family Course 1-3 Marlborough Place Brighton BN1 1UB UK T: +44 (0) F: +44 (0) brighton@stgiles.co.uk St Giles London Family Course 154 Southampton Row London WC1B 5JX UK T: +44 (0) F: +44 (0) londoncentral@stgiles.co.uk 44

45 Terms and Conditions of Enrolment All courses and accommodation are offered subject to availability. St Giles reserves the right to cancel a course or make changes to course arrangements without liability if obliged to by circumstances beyond its control or due to low demand. In such cases St Giles would seek to offer alternative arrangements, dates or venues, or a full refund of fees for tuition and accommodation. St Giles reserves the right to refuse to accept a student due to overriding health and safety concerns, or in cases where we or the accommodation provider cannot make reasonable provisions to facilitate their learning needs or for their personal care. Course fees: No documentation will be issued until we receive the Course Deposit. Students will not be permitted to start the course unless full payment has been received. Cancellations & Refunds: The parent/guardian/agent must inform the Centre in writing and return the student s Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies. Cancellation fees are charged as follows, and any balance is refunded: Cancellation received More than 21 days before the course begins days before the course begins Less than 14 days before the course begins After arrival/early termination of the course Cancellation fees Course Deposit: 100 (UK), US$200 (USA) or Can$200 (Canada), plus the Junior Summer Residential Course Guardianship Fee of Can$15 or Can$50. 80% of course fees, supplementary charges for optional activities (if applicable) plus (for Family Courses UK or USA) accommodation deposit ( 100 or US$100), and optional insurance premium. No refund available No refund available Accommodation cancellation or changes: Family Course participants in homestay accommodation must give the office 7 days notice of changes or cancellation, or pay 7 days in lieu. Changes to enrolments: We reserve the right to charge an administration fee of 50 (UK), Can$100 (Canada) or US$100 (USA) each time course details are changed after confirmation documents have been issued. This charge will not apply to course extensions. Visas: It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to contact their local embassy (or other appropriate office) in good time in order to obtain any visas/entry documents required for visiting the UK, the USA, or Canada. No visa support documentation will be issued until we have received the course deposit. Visa refusal: Our office must receive the refusal letter before the course begins. Charges and Refunds are as follows: Cancellation received Fees charged Fees refunded 7 days or more before the course begins Less than 7 days before the course begins Express Mail Fee (if applicable) Junior Summer Residential Course Guardianship Fee Express Mail Fee (if applicable) Course Fees for 1 week Family Course homestay accommodation charges for 1 week (if applicable) All other fees are refunded All other fees are refunded Courses and course content: Courses are offered subject to demand. We reserve the right to vary the organisation and content of courses, and the range of leisure activities, according to numbers of students or in response to circumstances beyond our control. Student conduct/standard of behaviour: We reserve the right to terminate without notice the course of any students who persistently misconduct themselves in their classes or accommodation, or who fail to meet the attendance requirements of the course. There is no refund of fees to students whose courses are terminated in this way. Insurance: Deposits and fees are not transferable from person to person. St Giles has arranged insurance for all students included in the package prices. See our website for further details of the policy. Family Course students can include this at an additional cost. Insurance fees (UK) are not refundable in the event of cancellation. St Giles Schools of Languages Limited (UK), St Giles Colleges Incorporated (USA) and St Giles Colleges International Language Centres Limited (Canada) accept no liability for the loss of, or damage to, any person s property while on the premises of the summer school, or while engaged in leisure activities outside the campus. Responsibilities of the parent or guardian: By signing the application form, the parent or guardian: 1. grants the student permission to participate in the full programme of class and leisure activities; 2. authorises St Giles Schools of Languages Limited (UK)/ St Giles Colleges Incorporated (USA)/St Giles International Language Centres Limited (Canada) to take appropriate action in the case of any medical or other emergency, and accepts responsibility for any resultant costs; 3. accepts responsibility for any wilful damage caused by the student and any resultant cost for repair or replacement. Extra-cost and cost-free options: We reserve the right to cancel or to offer substitute activities on the optional activities programmes in the event of fewer than 8 students opting for any specific activity. Breakages and Medical Deposits: Please note that a breakages deposit of 80 (UK), US$100 (USA) and Can$100 (Canada) or equivalent sum in Euros is payable in cash on arrival, and will be collected from all students on the first day of their course. Students studying in the US and Canada are also requested to pay a refundable medical deposit of US/Can$100 to cover the insurance excess payable for any medical expenses in the event that the student is ill and requires treatment. The breakages deposit will be returned to students with a deduction made for loss of keys and/or personal damage to any property of the school, or for any liability incurred by the school resulting from the individual student named on our enrolment form, or which is non-attributable to any individual student, but which can be reasonably held to be caused by students of the school (in the sole opinion of St Giles Schools of Languages Limited (UK)/St Giles Colleges Incorporated (USA)/St Giles International Language Centres Limited (Canada)). Promotional Photographs and Videos: St Giles or its representatives may take photographs and videos of classes or other school activities during your time with us, which may be used for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to appear in any promotional materials, please advise us at the time of booking. The UK centres are operated by St Giles Schools of Languages Limited (UK), registered in the UK. The US centres are operated by St Giles Colleges Incorporated (USA), registered in the USA. The Canadian centres are operated by St Giles International Language Centres Limited (Canada), registered in Canada. All information is correct at the time of going to print, August