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A great occasion to experiment and enjoy the way of life on one of the most famous campuses on the East Coast of the USA.The campus and the school are also right in the centre of Boston... An excellent programme combining English lessons, social activities, free time...

Course description

Students will be staying in a modern campus complex located on Brighton Avenue between Longwood Avenue and Pilgrim Road. The Simmons College residence is nestled in Boston’s Fenway Colleges campus, a short walk from the Museum of Fine Arts and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum with easy access to public
transportation. Within 100m, students will find Brigham Circle, a convenient area which includes two grocery stores, two banks, a coffee shop, and lots of other shops and restaurants. The T-stops (Museum of Fine Arts and Longwood Subway stations) are within 10 minute walk from the dorms, in a safe neighbourhood.
  • Age : 12 - 17 years
  • Environment : Town Center

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A great programme for mature and independent students, as they have some free time and are not supervised by an adult all the time. The campus is very safe, and this programme gives the opportunity to discover and enjoy the lifestyle of American students.

  • Age : 12 - 17 years
  • Course : Monday to Friday


Course - 20 lessons per week - Lesson Length : 45 min.
General English – 20 lessons per week for a total of 15 hours.
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Arrival date June 2012
• The course will develop students’ English language skills by integrating the key areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening. Lessons are focused upon communication; our teachers will encourage students, instilling confidence in their use of English in practical situations. Regular tests and conversation classes help to ensure students improve their English throughout their stay in Boston.
• Time Table: Lessons 09:00 – 12:30 or 1:30 – 5pm with a 30 minute break (Monday – Friday)
• On the first day, all students sit a placement test - The placement test allows academic staff to place students in the
relevant group for their ability.
• After the test, students will be given a Welcome Talk followed by Orientation. During the orientation students will be provided with a map of Boston, the schedule of classes, directions to classes and details on activities.
• No lessons are held on the first day, but students will have a group lunch which will be followed by an activity in the afternoon.
• Classes will begin on the second day and students will follow a regular time table.

Activities

A full and varied activity programme is included in the Junior programme. There is so much to do - with a population of over half a million people, Boston really does have something for everyone.
Cost of Bus Pass: $ 20 per week (required for activities)

Extra Activities (Extra fee 200 USD)

Explore the Big Apple on foot and bus! Students will visit the most important sites in New York including: Central Park, Times Square, Fifth Avenue, Wall Street, the Top of Rockefeller Center, Statue of Liberty and much more.
• Entrance fees are included
• Scheduled dates: 9 July, 23 July and 6 August 2011
(Additional dates are available for groups upon request)
• New York optional activity must be booked before student arrival
  1. Accomodation details

On Campus residence

Simmons College

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students are placed in a twin room with other. students of the same gender. • Rooms are equipped with fans, a desk and storage for students. belongings. • Dorm style shared bathrooms at an average ratio of 1 bathroom. per 6 students (maximum 1:8). • Full board accommodation - breakfast, variety of hot or cold. lunches and dinner in the campus cafeteria. • WiFi facilities available free of charge. • Student lounge with TV and communal area for students. • 24 hour security including a campus policeman. • Coin operated laundry facilities are available. Estimated cost:. $1.50 to wash and $1.50 to dry. • Communal areas & bathrooms are cleaned daily, students are. responsible for cleaning their own linen, towels and bedrooms.
  • Stay from Saturday to Saturday
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Accomodation details : twin room (2 beds), Shared bathroom, Full board every day
  1. Optional : Transportation upon arrival

78 €: Boston Logan Airport - Roundtrip 

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Summer Campus Program for Teenagers

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