Autumn Explorer
Embrace the Autumn season and improve your English language skills with our Explorer course designed for ages 11- 17.
Get ready to kickstart your language learning
Our Autumn Explorer will develop student’s English language skills through project-based learning activities, interactive learning and lots of fun and adventure.
We help students become more confident, independent learners. They will also develop 21st century skills that will help them in their future learning, life and work
Bell St Albans
A beautiful, safe campus in close proximity to London, Bell St Albans is the home of our Autumn Explorer!
Course overview
On this course, students will:
- Gain confidence and become more independent learners and users of the English language
- Develop their English language skills (reading writing, listening, and speaking)
- Improve your vocabulary, pronunciation, and understanding of grammar
- Essential 21st century life skills (communication, critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and cultural awareness)
- Produce a portfolio of work to show their progress and achievements
- Meet new friends from across the world
LESSONS
Project-based learning
Project themes have been created in a way that allows students and teachers to choose the direction that best fits their group’s needs and interests.
This means that every group of students will learn something different, and each student receives a personalised learning experience. For each theme, there will be a main question that guides the project, and the students will work together to make a project outcome.
This approach helps students learning faster and more successfully. It also guarantees that students will learn something new every time.
ACTIVITIES
Learn by doing
The activity programme is an essential part of the course. It helps students to practise their skills and develop natural, fluent language use. Our afternoon electives are designed to improve communication and confidence while developing academic, creative and active skills.
All Autumn Explorer students will also enjoy a wide variety of whole-school activities, such as games, competitions, discos and shows.
STUDY TOURS
Gain new life experiences
There is no better way to learn about British life and culture than to experience it for yourself. Study tours play an important role in our way of learning. Students will prepare for their tours in class, complete educational activities during their tour, and discuss them in lessons afterwards.
They will have three-full day study tours to UK destinations, every two weeks.
Enjoy study tours to exciting attractions like:
Thames River Cruise
Enjoy a boat ride along the Thames River, winding through the heart of London. A Thames River Cruise gives students the chance to experience the city’s history, landmarks, and stunning views along the river.
LONDON
Natural History Museum London
The Natural History Museum in London is one of the world’s most famous museums, offering an incredible experience for visitors of all ages.
It’s a place where you can learn about the natural world, from the origins of life to the diversity of life on Earth today.
LONDON
Tower of London
The Tower of London is one of the most famous landmarks in London, rich in history and offering a fascinating glimpse into over 1,000 years of British history. This is a must-visit attraction that showcases the complex past of the UK
Themes at Autumn Explorer
Project-based learning is a signature part of our fully-integrated approach to language learning. It provides students with lots of cross-curricular opportunities for learning everywhere, both inside and outside the classroom.
Find out more about our weekly project themes:
WEEK 1
I Love London
Exploring British culture through the lens of the River Thames, students will observe the many boroughs that form the heart of this multicultural city, each with its own unique identity. Through the lens of diversity and global influence, students will explore how London’s different communities come together to shape its vibrant cultural landscape.
WEEK 2
A Wonderful World
Students will develop an understanding of the natural world, the diversity of life on Earth, and the urgent need for environmental conservation. Combining a visit to London’s Natural History Museum on their study tour, students will explore the relationship between humans and the environment, learning about ecosystems, species diversity, and how human activities are affecting the planet. Students will be encouraged to reflect on how we can protect the flora and fauna of our world and shape a more sustainable future.
WEEK 3
Spooky Festivals
This week, students deep into the haunted history of the Tower of London. Students will learn about chilling ghost stories and eerie legends while keeping an eye out for medieval queens, Roman soldiers, and shadowy wizards said to haunt the Tower’s grounds. They will explore how different cultures honour the dead and consider why ghost stories persist throughout history. By examining folklore, supernatural beliefs, and historical mysteries, students will develop a deeper understanding of how history and legend intertwine.
Sample timetable
Dates & locations
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