BROCHURE - 2015-16 13-17years
CONTENTS 01 ABOUT 02 KEY FACTS 03 KEY FACTS CONTIUNED 05 BRIGHTON COURSES: 07 SUMMER COURSE 09 INTEGRATION COURSE 11 BRITISH HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE COURSE 13 CLIL COURSE 15 IELTS COURSE 17 CAMBRIDGE EXAMS 21 TRINITY GECE ENGLISH EXAM (PON) 23 ACCOMMODATION 25 ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS 28 TESTIMONIALS 29 CONTACT US A BRITISH HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE!
ABOUT KEY FACTS! Study at BISS and you will discover a unique High School Experience in one of the UK s TOP cities! BISS is an accredited, award winning school, with over 30 years experience. We are located in the vibrant, cosmopolitan seaside city of Brighton, which is only 50 minutes away from London. BISS is based at Dorothy Stringer High School, and offers a variety of courses for teenagers aged 13-18, where they can enjoy a unique High school experience. 1 A unique High School experience. 5 Open for groups in the winter (September end of May) and groups and individuals for the Summer Programme (June- end of August). Dorothy Stringer welcomes international students into their community, and values the cultural and educational interaction that has proven to benefit all of the students. 2 6 8 10 Friendly, caring school with a stimulating atmosphere. Contemporary classrooms with access to the internet. Entertaining and fun activities and weekend excursions. Graduation with course certificate. 3 7 9 11 We look forward to welcoming you to BISS and our unique High School Experience!! English classes in a modern British High School. 4 Qualified, enthusiastic and CRB checked teachers. 24 hour Emergency telephone number. Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe home stay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner. 12 Dorothy Stringer is a Specialist Sports College and has exceptional facilities including fully equipped sports hall and field, tennis courts and dance studio. Great location in Brighton and 50 minutes by train to London. 01 02
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BRIGHTON Brighton is a vibrant, stylish, cosmopolitan seaside city, only 50 minutes away from London, and close to the beautiful Sussex countryside. 80 km - from London You can enjoy Brighton s youthful and relaxed atmosphere, while appreciating the exotic Royal Pavilion and Brighton s delightful Victorian pier. Explore the unique shops in the narrow, cobbled streets of The Lanes, and stroll through the bohemian quater of Brighton s North Laine, where you can enjoy the street art and shop for retro and vintage. With its buzzing, dynamic atmosphere, cool coffee bars and lovely pebble beach, Brighton is the perfect place for students to study, make new friends and discover English language and culture. 05 Top 10 - Destination in the UK 8 million + - tourists visit Brighton per year Learn English in Brighton! - A buzzing, modern seaside city. 06
COURSES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC SUMMER COURSE BISS Summer School has a lively, fun and stimulating atmosphere, which encourages students to make friends from all over the world, while improving their language skills. We use an integrated, communicative approach and attention is placed on speaking and listening skills. The afternoon activities are exciting and stimulating, encouraging practise of the skills learned in the classroom. Activities include shopping, sightseeing, visits to the beach, the famous Victorian Brighton Pier, the exotic Royal Pavilion, sports, kayaking, bowling, discos and barbeques. For school groups and individual students aged 13-18. June - August For school groups and individuals June - end of August 15 hours of English lessons A balanced programme with an emphasis on speaking and listening Qualified and enthusiastic, CRB checked teachers (According to British Council standards) Entertaining and stimulating afternoon and evening activities. Saturday excursion to London Exceptional facilities including fully equipped sports hall, tennis courts, sports fields and dance studio Graduation with course certificate Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe home stay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner Course length: Minimum 1 week Study materials included 07 08
COURSES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC INTEGRATION COURSE The Integration programme (Joining the British students for some lessons at Dorothy Stringer High School) The integration programme is general English for school groups that runs throughout the school year, (September June). BISS is based at Dorothy Stringer High school where international students are welcomed into the school community. This course concentrates on communicating in English, with the emphasis on speaking and listening in fun, stimulating and motivating classes. On the Integration Programme, you will have the unique opportunity of joining the British students in some of their lessons. This programme is enhanced by living with a trusted, local host family where English is spoken and helps build on your skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom. The students study together in subjects such as Languages, Art, Cooking, Sports and Science.* This immersion course is an innovative and very successful way of learning and offers all students an exceptional experience in a lively, vibrant British High School, learning about British education and culture. For school groups aged 13-18. September to June PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST *Subject to availability 15 hours of English (Including integration) lessons in prestigious local school A balanced programme with an emphasis on speaking and listening Qualified and enthusiastic, CRB checked teachers (According to British Council standards) Induction session and student pack Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe homestay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner Includes study materials plus graduation with course certificate Exceptional facilities including fully equipped sports hall, tennis courts, sports fields and dance studio Entertaining and stimulating afternoon activities, sports, local visits, social activities and sight seeing and Saturday excursion to London Course length: 1 week or more 24 hour emergency number 09 10
COURSES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC THE BRITISH HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE COURSE The British High School Experience (Being taught English in Dorothy Stringer High School) The British High School Experience is a general English course for school groups that runs throughout the school year (September June). BISS is based at Dorothy Stringer High school where international students are welcomed into the school community. The course concentrates on communicating in English, with the emphasis on speaking and listening in fun, stimulating and motivating classes. With the High School Experience you can have the unique opportunity of using the excellent facilities and enjoy the ambience of a British High School. This programme is enhanced by living with a trusted, local host family where English is spoken which helps build on your skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom. This course is an amazing opportunity for you to have an exceptional experience in a lively, vibrant British High School, learning about British education and culture. For school groups aged 13-18. September to June PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST 15 hours of classroom tuition A balanced programme with an emphasis on speaking and listening Qualified and enthusiastic, CRB checked teachers (According to British Council standards) Induction session and student pack Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe homestay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner Includes study materials plus graduation with course certificate Exceptional facilities including fully equipped sports hall, tennis courts, sports fields and dance studio Entertaining and stimulating afternoon activities, sports, local visits, social activities and sight seeing and Saturday excursion to London Course length: 1 week or more 24 hour emergency number 11 12
COURSES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC CLIL (CONTENT AND LANGUAGE INTEGRATED LEARNING) CLIL is a way of teaching where subject content for example, Art History is taught in another language (often English). In this case the subject is taught through another language, so you learn both language and content. Learning a subject through another language can also provide extra motivation for the subject. You will develop a strong sense of achievement as you notice your rapid progress in your other language. 15 hours of classroom tuition Qualified and experienced (in both TEFL and the subject area) teachers Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe homestay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner Includes study materials plus graduation with course certificate CLIL subjects Biss offers: - Business English - Art and Design - Literature - Drama and Theatre - Sports (e.g.football) - Science and Ecology For school groups aged 13-18. September to June PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST Suitable for Level B1 and above Exceptional facilities including fully equipped sports hall, tennis courts, sports fields and dance studio Maximum class size - 16 Entertaining and stimulating afternoon activities, sports, local visits, social activities and sight seeing and Saturday excursion to London Course length: 1 week or more 24 hour emergency number 13 14
COURSES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC IELTS (INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM) IELTS is a popular and well recognised international examination taken by students planning to enrol in Higher Education or begin work. It measures the ability to communicate in English across all 4 language skills for young people who want to study or work where English is the language of communication. (GB, Ireland, USA, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa) PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST Qualified and enthusiastic, CRB checked teachers (According to British Council standards) 20 hours of classroom tuition and 5 hours of homework The exam is taken at a local centre at the end of the course Gain confidence with regular tests and mock exams Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe homestay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner 24 hour emergency number Qualified and Classes taught in the context of the 4 exam papers: Speaking, listening, reading and writing Build skills using learning plans and targets Entry requirements :IELTS 4.0 (Level B2) Learn effective exam strategies Course length: 8 week minimum Maximum class size 16 Option to add a social programme to this course 15 16
COURSES - CAMBRIDGE EXAMS FOR TEENS JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC PET FOR SCHOOLS (PRELIMINARY ENGLISH TEST FOR SCHOOLS) (A1 B1) 20 hours of classroom tuition and 5 hours of homework 24 hour emergency number Build skills using learning plans and targets These Cambridge exams follow the principle that children s learning is based on success and achievement. We offer a range of exams for young learners of English to motivate them for their further study of the language. At this level the learner should be able to cope linguistically in a range of everyday situations, which require use of English in their own or foreign country in contact with native and non-native speakers of the language. The course and exam content includes reading, writing, listening and speaking. Experienced and qualified PET teachers Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe home stay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner Learn effective exam strategies For school groups aged 13-18. September to June PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST Level: A1 B1 Exceptional facilities including fully equipped sports hall, tennis courts, sports fields, dance studio, modern classrooms and canteen Social programme available Maximum class size 16 Fresh, bright and contemporary classrooms with internet access Course length: 8 week minimum Induction session and student pack Regular tests and tutorial feedback 17 18
COURSES - CAMBRIDGE EXAMS FOR TEENS JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC FCE (CAMBRIDGE FIRST CERTIFICATE EXAM) 20 hours of classroom tuition and 5 hours of homework 24 hour emergency number Build skills using learning plans and targets These Cambridge exams follow the principle that children s learning is based on success and achievement. We offer a range of exams for young learners of English to motivate them for their further study of the language. FCE is an upper-intermediate level exam for people who can use everyday spoken and written English and is ideal for those who use English for work or study. For school groups aged 13-18. September to June Qualified and enthusiastic, CRB checked teachers (According to British Council standards) Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe home stay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner Learn effective exam strategies PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST Preparation for KET, CAE and BEC exams are all also available on request. We can also arrange exams at a local testing centre. Level: B1 Exceptional facilities including fully equipped sports hall, tennis courts, sports fields, dance studio, modern classrooms and canteen Social programme available Maximum class size 16 Fresh, bright and contemporary classrooms with internet access Course length: 8 week minimum Induction session and student pack Regular tests and tutorial feedback 19 20
COURSES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC TRINITY GESE ENGLISH EXAMS PON 2015 20 hours of classroom tuition and 5 hours of homework 24 hour emergency number Build skills using learning plans and targets The Italian ministry of Education has special funding (PON) available to send students to the UK. The aim of the programme is to improve the language skills of the students from vocational, technical and linguistic high schools to allow them to have better chances of employment and a better university career. Trinity s GESE exams test the English speaking and listening skills of people whose first language is not English. They focus on building motivation and confidence in using English and enable students to chart their progress from beginner to proficiency. Qualified and enthusiastic, CRB checked teachers (According to British Council standards) Carefully chosen families. Caring and safe home stay which includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner Learn effective exam strategies The exam consists of a 5-15 minute interview, depending on the exam level, with an external, certified examiner, during which the student must demonstrate his or her ability to have a conversation in English about topics he or she has prepared in advance. There are 12 exam levels which are designed in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Minimum entry: A2 for 3rd year students and B1 for 4th and 5th For school groups aged 13-18. September to June Level: A1 - C2 Exceptional facilities including fully equipped sports hall, tennis courts, sports fields, dance studio, modern classrooms and canteen Social programme available PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST Maximum class size 16 Fresh, bright and contemporary classrooms with internet access Course length: 4 week minimum Induction session and student pack Regular tests and tutorial feedback 21 22
ACCOMMODATION At BISS we understand that your accommodation is a very important part of your stay in Brighton. We take particular care in selecting our host families to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable and friendly environment for you. You can choose to have your own room, or share a twin room with a friend or a student from another nationality. You will have use of all essential facilities You will be allowed to receive incoming calls; however, you are advised to bring or buy a mobile phone All our home stay accommodations are checked and monitored regularly, to ensure that it is of a good standard and conforms to the British Council Regulations. Host families are given strict guidelines about the services they need to provide to ensure that all our accommodation is operated to the same standards. Your will eat most meals together with the family Rooms are cleaned frequently and bed linen/ towels changed weekly For students staying more than one week you will get one load of laundry done per week Most host families have internet and Wi-Fi access The host families are located around Brighton, but not longer than 20-25 minutes journey, either by bus or on foot MS DARVILLE: I have hosted for BISS for over 2 years now, and I really enjoy having the different students staying with us. I usually host 4 students, in two twin rooms, and it s great to see how they make friends and speak English to each other. I love having the house full of people, everybody making friends and getting on. BISS is a very friendly, personal and yet professional company to work with, so my doors are always open to their students 23 24
ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS BISS offers a full and varied activity programme with all of our courses. The programme provides a well balanced mix of fun, sporting and cultural activities, so you can fully experience Brighton and its surrounding areas. A FULL SOCIAL PROGRAMME WITH LOTS OF ENTERTAINING ACTIVITIES! Brighton is one of the most popular cities in England for visitors and our activity programme aims to show you why. From a relaxed stroll through the bohemian quarter of Brighton s North Laine full of independent shops and world class street art, to the nearby town of Lewes, steeped in history. O ur programmes offer an exciting experience for all. Cultural visits, dinners, sports, excursions and quizzes are just some of the activities we have available. Our summer programme brings even more fun with other activities including: kayaking, beach games, discos and BBQs. LONDON: Every Saturday we visit London. On our walking tour you will see; Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus and Buckingham Palace. We also have other trips to London including Camden Town, Oxford Street, Brick Lane, South Kensington, Museums and Greenwich. We offer a standard activity programme with both our off season and peak season courses, but can tailor the activities in advance. 25 26
TESTIMONIALS ENJOY A FULL DAY LONDON EXCURSION EACH SATURDAY NICOLO FERRARIS ITALY: NIL SU FILIZ TURKEY: HANNA CHENG HONG KONG: MATILDE GIANNOTTI - ITALY: When we arrived at Biss, the staff welcomed us and we felt like we were home. All the teachers were kind and we learnt a lot from this experience. We also had an excellent guide, Liam, who made us discover Brighton and all its beautiful sights. Possibly, this is the best study holiday we ve ever had in our lives. Thanks Biss! I had like the best memories of my life and all the people i have met had been my family for 2 weeks All in all, the programme was great. We definitely love it all of us love the uk so much after having the visit in Brighton and London. So it was a bliss to get participated in the summer programme which leaded by the BISS! I still remember how much fun I had. The family where I stayed was lovely and the school is wonderful. I hope I will have the occasion to come back, also because I want to see again my teachers and my tour guide, they re all so nice 28
CONTACT US BISS ltd DOROTHY STRINGER HIGH SCHOOL LODER ROAD, BRIGHTON BN1 6PZ UK T. +44 (0) 1273 852 225 E. ENQUIERIES@BISS-SCHOOL.COM W. WWW.BISS-SCHOOL.COM 29 WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU SOON!
Information correct at the time of printing December 2014 BISS ltd. PO BOX 2831, Brighton, BN1 6ES, England Registered in England No. 4451410. Registered Address: Ashdown House, 2 Eversfield Road, Eastbourne, BN21 2AS