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PROGRAMMESBE FUTURE READY WITH 2022 BLUESKY EDUCATION LOCATIONS GLOBAL ONLINE

9 Online Country Availability

12 University Student Exchange and Collaboration

14 University Taster Lecture

15 Virtual Homestay Experience

16 Online Classes: Public Speaking, General English or Science & the Environment

17 Enrichment Classes

UNITED KINGDOM ON-SITE 23 Public Speaking & Leadership programme

26 London Theatre Arts programme

28 Business Management programme

30 University Preparation programme

36 Oxford programme

AUSTRALIA ON-SITE

41 Public Speaking & Leadership programme 44 Environment and Wildlife programme 46 Go8 University Preparation programme 48 Science, engineering & the environment programme 50 Startups and Innovation programme 52 Immersion programme

SINGAPORE & MALAYSIA ON-SITE

71 Public Speaking & Leadership programme

74 Green Technology programme

76 Robotics programme

78 Singapore-Malaysia Cultural Experience programme

80 Parent-Child programme

82 Startups & Innovation programme 2 BE FUTURE READY WITH BLUESKY EDUCATION BlueSky Education provides short term, skills based programmes for students in the UK, Australia and Singapore/Malaysia.

Our courses are designed to make students ready for their future with a variety of courses which cater to skills needed in the years to come, whether that be learning how to code in our Robotics programme, how to be business ready in our Business Management programme or how to become a fantastic speaker in our Public Speaking & Leadership programme. There is something for everyone at BlueSky Education and we want students to come away with not only better English skills but also life skills which they can take with them through life far after camp has ended.

Our flagship Public Speaking & Leadership programmes are designed to give students an opportunity to develop public speaking skills and build confidence through hands-on learning and cultural immersion. In addition, we also offer bespoke courses for schools and groups. We can design a wide variety of programmes tailored to student group requests (minimum group size is typically required).

3 BLUESKY IN NUMBERS prestigious university & boarding school locations for academic classes 55,000+students passed through our 13 doors and counting

pre-designed global programmes to choose from and tens of other countries 16 bespoke programs 4

online programmes 5 5000+bed capacity globally

students have teachers, faculty members attended online and industry experts 5000+ programmes 100+ available year-round 4 BE FUTURE READY WITH BLUESKY

EDUCATIONBlueSky students learn many new skills which will take them through life, from the classroom to the boardroom. The programmes we offer are all designed to get students thinking about their future and the challenges of tomorrow. Our culture driven courses open up students’ minds to new and exciting possibilities.

LEARN NEW SKILLS FOR BE INSPIRED BY THE FUTURE / THE FUTURE: COURSES ON OFFER:

Independence Public Speaking

Leaderships skills Green Technology

Conversational English Robotics

Communicative Skills Environment & Wildlife

Using logic and intuition Drama

Teamwork Sports

First Aid skills University Preparation

Presentational Skills Business Management

STEM BE A GLOBAL CITIZEN & EXPLORE NEW CULTURES: PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE:

Immersive cultural experiences Students will be studying abroad Participate in culture workshops Learning subjects of the future Try local food Getting inspired for further study Have local student exchanges

International mix

(depending on the time of year)

Gain global perspective 5 WHYBlueSky’s short courses CHOOSE are designed to provide life-long US? skills and enriching experiences for our students.

OUR COURSES:

Our flagship Public Speaking & Leadership programme focuses predominantly on verbal communication in English. In addition, we also have bespoke programmes in each country ranging from Green Technology and Robotics in Singapore to Drama and Business Management in the UK to Environment & Wildlife and STEM in Australia. There is something for everyone at BlueSky!

SKILLS: At the end of the course, students come away with not only an educational and cultural experience but also return home with life skills that they can take forward throughout their lives. Some of the skills students learn include presentation skills, leadership and teamwork, time management, confidence in communication, resourcefulness, responsibility, and how to be independent. We even teach them basic first aid skills!

CULTURE: Being open and embracing new cultures is an important part of life, especially as more and more people consider themselves citizens of the world. Students learn about local cultures, foods, religions and practices via varied excursions. Students also participate in cultural workshops and exchange programmes with local students (subject to availability).

ACCOMMODATION: We can offer university and boarding school full-board accommodation, giving students an immersive study-abroad experience. Homestay options are also available in the UK and Australia to fully immerse students in everyday life.

TEACHERS: All teachers at BlueSky are qualified and experienced in their subject, ensuring that students get the most out of their classes. We also provide access to top university faculty members and students upon request.

6 ADDED VALUE ELEMENTS At BlueSky we offer the chance to customise programmes to best fit your students. This allows you to offer students a premium service and stand out from other competitors with a unique and engaging programme. We offer the following as added value elements in all of our destinations (please check with us as they are subject to availability and some come with additional charges).

WORKSHOPS:

In each destination we have workshops for students to understand more about the culture in which they are visiting. • UK – Experience a traditional family day out in the UK with our picnic in the park afternoon, learn about the Royal Family and discover the history that the UK has to offer. • AUSTRALIA - We have an Environment & Coral Reef Workshop and an Aboriginal Workshop. During these sessions students learn more about the wildlife and history of Australia and have the chance to practice aboriginal dancing, paint boomerangs to take VIRTUAL PRE-LEARNING: home and try out a VR (Virtual Reality) headset which simulates Students will have the opportunity to participate in a range deep sea diving, allowing students to see the amazing creatures of pre-trip virtual experiences to prepare them for their on the sea bed. trip and generate excitement. From exchanges with local • SINGAPORE – There are many different cultures in Singapore students and participants they will meet in the country, and we want to educate our students about all of them! We teach to English lessons, to workshops, BlueSky’s pre-learning students about the different races, religions, festivals and food sessions offer a hybrid educational model guaranteed in Singapore as well as having them make their very own batik to give your students the best possible experience. painting to take home which is native to the South East Asia region. LOCAL EXCHANGES: We organise sessions for students to interact with local native speaking students. This allows them to learn about local culture and university life, encourages them to make new friends, and collaborate on projects through formal classroom based exchanges or more informal games and activity based sessions. With our wide ranging global database of students from top universities, we can always build an exchange to suit UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE SESSIONS: your students’ needs, virtually or in person. Give your students the opportunity to have a workshop, lecture or class from faculty members from some of the world’s top universities COMPANY VISITS: and inspire them for future study! We have had lecturers from Cam- Our carefully-crafted company visits allow students to bridge & Oxford Universities in the UK, Macquarie University in Sydney experience what it is like to be in the business world and National University of Singapore, to name a few. and become inspired by real life companies and businesspeople. Visits usually include an office tour ADDITIONAL DAY TRIPS* and talk/workshop with the company’s staff members - Take your students to a new city of your choice from the but the exact visit itinerary varies from company to UK Cotswolds and Oxford to Brighton and Cambridge there are many company. This trip is perfect for those slightly older places in the UK within easy access to explore! students who are starting to think about their futures after school. AUSTRALIA - Take a day out of the city to the famous Blue Mountains, CHARITABLE VOLUNTEERING: Wollongong, or the Gold Coast and discover Australia’s beauty. It is always great to encourage students to give back – For students who want a multi-country programme, to their community. Therefore, some of our students SINGAPORE take a day trip to Johor Bahru in Malaysia where students experience choose to help out the local community with some Malay cooking, dancing, culture and arts. voluntary work. Past sessions have included a beach clean-up, tree planting and helping out at an old aged *Some day trips are already part of our pre-designed schedule, if they care home to name a few. Engagement in community are not, they may be subject to additional charges and minimum services boost our students’ credentials as future student group size. leaders. 7 ACADEMIC PROGRAMME OVERVIEW At BlueSky we improve students communicative English skills by teaching through practical and creative content, including Public Speaking, Drama/Performing Arts and Robotics, among others

• Classes are active and focus on soft skills, including presentations, project work, discussion and debate.

• Skills learned are easily transferable to other subjects and apply to all aspects of life.

• Language use is taught through real-life situations and clear contexts, making it more relevant and enjoyable

• Project and theme based learning methodologies give students opportunities to apply new skills to real world challenges.

• Benefits can be seen through the student’s ON ARRIVAL AND DURING CLASS academic life and career, including higher levels • All students will be given a student handbook to of confidence. help guide them through their time at camp • Programmes are available for all levels of English • Teachers use a variety of assessment tools and various age groups (written and oral) to gain a deep, multi-faceted understanding of each student’s level of English VIRTUAL PRE-LEARNING as well as current knowledge level of the subject matter • Students have the option to attend pre-learning sessions to help prepare them for the programme • Well-trained teachers support students with varied activities that encompass a broad • Sessions include: English lessons to help build spectrum of learning styles confidence before arrival, the opportunity for online exchanges with students who they will meet • Task based learning paired with small class sizes during the camp and cultural workshops to help allow teachers to work closely with, and get to students understand more about the country in know at a personal level, each individual student which they are visiting. • Classroom sessions are complemented by active learning based afternoon excursions and evening activities to maximise students time at camp

AFTER THE PROGRAMME All students with an attendance of 90% or above are awarded with an official BlueSky Education Course Completion Certificate. Individual academic reports are also written for each student. 8 ONLINE PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE IN 5 DIFFERENT COUNTRIES

SINGAPORE

CANADA

AUSTRALIA UK

USA

9 WHY CHOOSE BLUESKY ONLINE? With the ever increasing competitive nature of student education, at BlueSky we understand what can help a student stand out from the crowd. BlueSky’s short courses are designed to provide unique and valuable educational experiences, life-long skills and culturally enriching sessions for our students.

OUR COURSES:

We have a wide range of online programmes to offer our students. Whether they want to practice their English with native speakers, experience what a lecture would be like from a high ranking global university, talk with a homestay family or just keep on learning through our specialised class content then there is something for everyone.

SKILLS:

At the end of the course we expect students to come away with not only an educational and cultural experience but to have developed crucial skills as they move forward in life. Some of the skills students learn include presentation skills, teamwork, leadership, time management, confidence in communication, resourcefulness, creative problem solving skills, and critical thinking. In our supplemental enrichment activities students develop a range of life skills, like art, music, and yoga. Students even learn the basic first aid skills!

CULTURE:

Being open and embracing new cultures is an important part of life, especially in an increasingly globalized and interconnected world. In our online exchange programmes, students can learn about local cultures, foods, schools and practices by talking directly with our local exchange students. Students can also participate in cultural workshops as part of our enrichment classes and talk with local homestay families to understand the daily life of people in different countries.

TEACHERS:

All teachers at BlueSky are qualified and experienced in the subject in which they are teaching, ensuring that students get the most out of their classes. Look at our individual course pages to find out more about our teachers for each programme.

10 11 ONLINE PROGRAMMES OVERVIEW All of BlueSky’s programmes have been developed with our students in mind. Every programme we run gives students the opportunity to practice their spoken English, learn about new cultures, develop real life skills, and be exposed to new experiences. All of our programmes which involve external interactions (such as university taster lectures & student exchanges) can be run with people in the UK, USA, Australia, Canada & Singapore. So no matter what your students focus or interest, there is something for everybody.

ONLINE EXCHANGES: ONLINE EXCHANGES: Our online exchange sessions offer the opportunity for BlueSky’s online exchanges are a fantastic way for students to your students to have an international exchange session interact with native speakers from the UK, USA, Australia, Canada and with students from the UK, USA, Canada, Singapore or Singapore without ever having to get on a plane. All sessions are led Australia attending top universities in their countries. by our highly experienced BlueSky moderators who ensure that all the This can be as a one off experience or part of an fun interactive games, activities, presentations and break out rooms ongoing series of sessions. run smoothly and that students get the most out of their session. This experience is a great way for students to practice their English with UNIVERSITY TASTER LECTURES: native speakers in a casual setting without any pressure. Sessions can range from 1 - 2 hours depending on the needs of the group This is the perfect opportunity for High School students and can be taken as a stand alone session or as part of an ongoing looking to see what a university lecture is like or who are series of sessions. interested in studying abroad for university. The lectures can be on a wide range of topics including the most KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF ONLINE EXCHANGES INCLUDE: important majors of each university. • Experience a cultural exchange without leaving the country VIRTUAL HOST FAMILY EXPERIENCE: • Practice English with native speakers as well as develop and Students are often intrigued by the idea of homestay improve public speaking skills but can be apprehensive about doing it in reality. This • Make international friendships that can continue beyond the session is hosted by both a BlueSky staff member who session explains the homestay process as well as with a real life • Customise the session with different themes such as SDGS, homestay family who will give students an insight into STEM, pop culture, university/student life etc. daily life in that country, show them around their homes • Minimum exchange ratio 1 local student to 5 participating and generally give an unprecedented cultural insight students into what they could expect if they travelled to that • Carefully selected local students from Top Universities who country. There’s no better opportunity to gain a deeper have good academic records and knowledge in subject areas understanding of life in another country than to of the exchange (for example science major students for experience it through the eyes of a local family. science related exchange) • Includes 1 BlueSky teacher / moderator ONLINE CLASSES: • Pre-programme study material available for all participating Based on our traditional in person camps, these fun, students interactive lessons, taught by experienced teachers, • Small class size allows for more personal interaction between give students not only the experience of a traditional your students and local students camp, but equip them with new knowledge and skills for the future. Choose from Public Speaking, General APPROXIMATE 2 HOUR COURSE OUTLINE (TIMINGS MAY VARY): English or Science & Green Technology. All lessons are supplemented with experiments and projects • 20 minute Self-introduction students can do from home, gaining real experience • 15 minute Ice breaker games and opportunities to actually use what they have • 25 minute Q & A learned. These lessons can be taught as a stand alone • 15 minute Local Student Presentations or series of classes, supplemented by a range of • 30 minute Student presentations enrichment or exchange activities. • 15 minute Wrap up

ENRICHMENT CLASSES: These sessions give students different skills, insights and cultural experiences that would otherwise only be available if they attended a traditional camp abroad. Choose from a wide range of enrichment activities to suit your student, their interests and goals while 10 expanding their horizons with new experiences. 11 UNIVERSITIES AROUND THE WORLD At BlueSky we collaborate with university faculty and students from top universities in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and Singapore. Whenever interaction is required in one of our online programmes then we make sure that the best staff and students are on hand to make the experience a premium one. Specific universities can be requested but are subject to availability and time difference.

A SELECTION OF UNIVERSITIES THAT BLUESKY ARE ABLE TO ARRANGE EXCHANGES AND LECTURES WITH IN ADDITION TO MANY OTHERS:

USA: UK: Canada: • Princeton University • University of Cambridge • University of Toronto • Harvard University • University of Oxford • McGill University • Colombia University • University College London (UCL) • University of British Columbia • Yale University • London School of Economics (LSE) • Université de Montréal • Stanford University • University of Edinburgh • University of Alberta

Australia: Singapore: • Australian National University (ANU) • National University of Singapore (NUS) • University of Sydney • Nanyang Technological University (NTU) • University of Melbourne • Singapore Management University (SMU) • University of New South Wales (UNSW) • University of Queensland

12 ONLINE EXCHANGES BlueSky’s online exchanges are a fantastic way for students to interact with native speakers from the UK, USA, Australia, Canada and Singapore without ever having to get on a plane. All sessions are led by our highly experienced BlueSky moderators who ensure that all the fun interactive games, activities, presentations and break out rooms run smoothly and that students get the most out of their session. This experience is a great way for students to practice their English with native speakers in a casual setting without any pressure. Sessions can range from 1 - 2 hours depending on the needs of the group and can be taken as a stand alone session or as part of an ongoing series of sessions.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF ONLINE EXCHANGES INCLUDE:

• Experience a cultural exchange without leaving • Carefully selected local students from Top the country Universities who have good academic records and • Practice English with native speakers as well as knowledge in subject areas of the exchange (for develop and improve public speaking skills example science major students for science related • Make international friendships that can exchange) continue beyond the session • Includes 1 BlueSky teacher / moderator • Customise the session with different themes • Pre-programme study material available for all such as SDGS, STEM, pop culture, university/ participating students student life etc. • Small class size allows for more personal interaction • Minimum exchange ratio 1 local student to 5 between your students and local students participating students

APPROXIMATE 2 HOUR COURSE OUTLINE (TIMINGS MAY VARY):

• 20 minute Self-introduction • 15 minute Local Student Presentations • 15 minute Ice breaker games • 30 minute Student presentations • 25 minute Q & A • 15 minute Wrap up

Exchange with British students from UCL in October 2020

13 UNIVERSITY TASTER LECTURES University Taster Lectures offer a unique opportunity for students to experience what a lecture would be like from a real university lecturer at a top university from the UK, USA, Australia or Singapore. Lectures could be stand alone or a series of lectures either with the same lecturer (allowing more in depth study) or with several lectures (allowing the opportunity to try different teaching styles and subjects).

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF TASTER LECTURES INCLUDE:

• Opportunity to experience a university lecture • Chance to ask questions in person rather than before leaving school trying to find out information online or second • Range of top subjects available to be chosen hand from • Small group sizes allow for interaction with the • The chance to try different subjects and see lecturer which course is suitable for the student • Includes 1 BlueSky moderator to make sure ev- • Learn about emerging trends in the field from erything goes smoothly leading experts

APPROXIMATE 60 MINUTE COURSE OUTLINE (TIMINGS MAY VARY):

• 5 minute self introduction by Lecturer • 35 minute introduction lecture on the topic • 10 minute introduction about study in their • 10 minute Question & Answer session country/university

SAMPLE LECTURER PROFILE*:

• Lecturers from universities in the UK, USA, • Lecturers have a wide range of expertise across Australia and Singapore many study areas for students to choose from • Universities include: For example, Oxford *Lecture profiles are for illustrative purposes only and give University & University of London, Princeton an idea of the type of lecturers we have on our books. University & Yale University, University of Sydney Specific lecturers will depend on subject and university & Australia National University, National chosen as well as availability of specific lecturers. University of Singapore & Nanyang Lecturers will be from comparable universities and of Technological University as well as many more similar positions. from each country

Marketing Lecture given by Dr Tom Hafen of Yale University in November 2020 14 VIRTUAL HOST FAMILY EXPERIENCE Students are often intrigued by the idea of homestay but can be apprehensive about doing it in reality. BlueSky’s Virtual Host Family Experience allows students to experience a day in the life of a local family without ever leaving the home. These sessions are taken by both the homestay providers who explain the homestay process as well as with a real life homestay family who will give students an insight into daily life in that country, show them around their homes and generally give an unprecedented cultural insight into what they could expect if they travelled to that country.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF VIRTUAL HOMESTAY EXCHANGES INCLUDE:

• Talking with native English speakers from the • Having a tour of a typical family home in the destination country destination country, giving an insight into local • Learning about the homestay experience from life and cultures professionals • Preparing students for a potential future trip to • Meeting a local family and learning about their the country daily life and culture

APPROXIMATE COURSE OUTLINE (TIMINGS MAY VARY):

• Welcome by a BlueSky staff member who will • Question & Answer session with Host Family talk about how a homestay works as well as about life in their country information on day to day life in that country • Cooking demonstration or other activity / • Video call with an host family who will give demonstration by host family engaging students students a house tour while improving both listening and spoken English skills

Virtual homestay with Ms Salam from Sydney, Australia for Japanese students in March 2021 15 ONLINE CLASSES This course is perfect for those groups who are looking for something which is going to replicate an in person summer camp as much as possible. Groups can choose from either our flagship Public Speaking Programme or our Science & Green Technology Programme. Both have been adapted from our ‘real life’ summer programmes meaning that the content is of the highest quality. We have designed the programme curriculum to be as interactive and fun as possible for students, so even though they can’t partake in BlueSky’s signature group activities in the normal way, they still get the real life benefits in a fun environment that is the hallmark of BlueSky camps.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF ONLINE CLASSES INCLUDE:

• Choice of studying either Public Speaking or and leadership skills Science & Green Technology (both courses in • Each course ends with a final project, giving our physical programmes) students the opportunity to apply new • Highly experienced and qualified teachers in knowledge and skills their field • Additional enrichment activities offer a holistic • Fun, interactive lessons to keep students educational experience engaged • Both individual and group work, allowing students to develop problem solving, teamwork

APPROXIMATE 2 HOUR LESSON OUTLINE (TIMINGS MAY VARY):

• 15 minute warm up • 5 minute break • 15 minute free exchange • 40 minute lesson • 5 minute break • 40 minute lesson

Icebreakers in an online class 16 for Public Speaking in October 2020 ENRICHMENT CLASSES Enrichment classes can be taken as a stand alone session or alongside one of BlueSky’s academic sessions. They offer the opportunity for academic, creative and physical engagement to students in the forms of various sessions led by industry professionals.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF ENRICHMENT CLASSES INCLUDE:

• Opportunity for students to try new activities • Customisable sessions to suit students’ unique and develop new life skills levels and needs • Wide range of possible enrichments classes • BlueSky moderator present all sessions available (see below) • Highly experienced Enrichment Activity leaders • Sessions available as a stand alone class or as part of an add on to one of our other programmes

ENRICHMENT CLASSES ON OFFER INCLUDE:

• Cultural Workshops - Ever wanted to learn • Virtual Field Trips- Experience Uluru, Buckingham about the Aboriginal Culture in Australia, the Palace, the Grand Canyon and many more iconic timeless traditions in the UK or the multi- places around the world through BlueSky’s world tour cultural melting pot of Singapore? Our sessions hosted on Google Earth. Each session focuses on one transport students to a new country where they country as students get to explore it’s most famous can expand their mind and open themselves up spots, as well as learn about the country through fun to new cultures, inspiring them to go and see it facts, interactive learning and informative videos. It for themselves one day. has to be seen to be believed!

• Yoga - Students can find their inner zen, focus • We also offer many more enrichment activities such their mind and stretch out their body in this as art, first aid, music, zumba and we are also open to introduction to yoga, led by a professional yoga requests if your group has a particular idea in mind. teacher. This class is great for teaching students how to focus their mind at the start of the day or how to de-stress after a long day studying.

Online Yoga Class taken by qualified teacher for a Japanese 17 week long programme in March 2021 HEAR FROM THE PEOPLE WHO MATTER

I was nervous to meet our exchange I was scared of yoga at the start but friends but I had much fun. I learned it was very nice. I like it was slow and about Singapore and I gave my relaxing. I think I will do every time I am presentation about Japan which stressed with school. was very good. I think the class was very fun and I liked it a lot. I really STUDENT FROM HUNGARY liked talking to the Singaporean Yoga Enrichment Class students in the smaller rooms.

STUDENT FROM JAPAN I always wanted to go to Australia Singapore Student Exchange and this lesson was very different and interesting. Australia houses are very different to houses in Vietnam. I very want In 2 years I want to go to university in to go to Australia and do homestay so I the UK and I found this experience really can practice my English everyday with useful to help me understand how the family. They were very nice. university is different from school. My lecturer Adam was very informative STUDENT FROM VIETNAM about university life and also what to Australia Virtual Homestay Exchange expect on a course at UCL. My lecture was an introduction to Business and I My friend went to the BlueSky camp in learned a lot of interesting things. It has Singapore last year and he said it was made me want to go and research very good, so I want to do the online doing a Business degree more now. class this year. I enjoyed the class very I would definitely rec commend much and the teacher was very funny too. this experience to other students. Everyday I practice my speaking and I get better from the start to end. I learned so STUDENT FROM JAPAN many things which has helped me and it Singapore Student Exchange was great fun.

STUDENT FROM CHINA Public Speaking Online Classes

18 SUMMER

PROGRAMMES 2022 DATES LONDON 29 May – 11 June 12 June - 25 June 26 June - 9 July 17 July - 30 July

AUSTRALIA 6 March - 19 March (homestay or campus) 26 June - 16 July (homestay or campus) 3 July - 16 July (homestay or campus) 17 July - 30 July (homestay or campus) 31 July - 13 August (homestay) 14 August - 27 August (homestay)

SINGAPORE 29 May – 11 June 17 July – 30 July 12 June - 25 June 31 July - 13 August 26 June - 9 July

Please speak to your BlueSky representative for availability outside the above dates 19 INLONDON A SNAPSHOT

prestigious university locations for academic 3 classes (UCL, LSE, Oxford)

accommodation types: dorm, independent hostel, 4 hotels and homestay.

selections of content: Public Speaking & Leadership, 4 University Preparation, Business Management, and London Theatre Arts 50 excursions and customised activities to choose from 20 21 BLUESKY IN

LONDONLondon is one of the most famous cities in the world and every student deserves the opportunity to study and experience the beauty that is London! The stunning architecture, the rich history, the multicultural society and the incredible selection of bucket list moments on offer make London a firm favourite with students and an unforgettable experience!

Public London Business University Speaking & Theatre Arts Management Preparation

Leadership London is a centre of arts, Programme London is considered music and culture - the best Allow students to develop The City of London is a a global education place in the UK for students their English financial centre which superpower, with many to learn performing arts and communication skills bridges the U.S. economy prestigious universities, experience theatre culture. through our specially with the Asian economy. and Oxford and designed course which Because of this unique Cambridge within easy focuses on student position, London is an distance. interaction, confidence, economic and teamwork and public business powerhouse. speaking. By the end of the course students will perform a speech in English in front of their peers.

20 21 EXCURSIONS AND ACTIVITIES The writer Samuel Johnson once said: “when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life”. At BlueSky London, we agree! Our programme shows you the best London has to offer.

EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

The Royal World-Class Full-day experience museums expeditions

• Buckingham Palace • Tate Modern • Warner Bros. • St James’ Park • Science Museum Studios: • Regent’s Park • British Museum “The Making • Westminster Abbey of Harry Potter” • Cambridge Famous Cultural or Oxford landmarks diversity University • Brighton among • London Eye • Camden Town market others • Tower Bridge • Covent Garden • The Shard • Southbank

OUR EVENING ACTIVITIES ALSO MAXIMISE STUDENT EXPERIENCES:

Speakers Media Social Series projects activities

Public speaking Music videos, TV Quiz night, carnival professionals, industry interviews, message party, karaoke experts, current boards, mini-movies university role-models

Traditional Finale Night British Cuisine Prizes to be won at our Fish and chips supper Public Speaking Competition and Talent Show

22 23 PUBLIC SPEAKING & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME Public speaking and leadership are two skills which are relevant not only in English but in every language around the world. If you can master these skills then it will open up many more opportunities for students to experience in the future.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS ATTRACTIONS • 15 hours of interactive classes per week with fun • Collaboration with Toastmasters International - and engaging teachers. Largest global network of public speakers FOCUS REPORTS • Focus on communicative English and • Opportunity to study with local British improving students’ confidence in speaking students* PRIZES EXCURSIONS • Compete for top Public Speaking and Talent • Daily excursions with tailored leadership Show prizes at Grand Finale Night. exercises and challenges PLACEMENT TESTS INDIVIDUAL • Placement test given on the first day to • Personalised attention to students with daily ensure students are in the correct class journals and individual academic reports after WORKSHOP the programme is finished. • Workshop with top university faculty members* MEDIA • Mixed media classes - create your own video or social media Campaign

*Subject to availability and season 22 23 LONDON PUBLIC 20 SPEAKING PROGRAMME 14D13N SCHEDULE 22 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

WEEK 1 PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON Knowing and Introduction Persuasive Persuasive Using Facts and Engaging your HARRY POTTER to Public Speaking Language Language Statistics Audience WARNER BROTHERS

MORNING STUDIO TOUR

ARRIVAL IN LUNCH Experience the LUNCH LONDON Harry Potter film CHECK IN SOUTHBANK studios up close CAMPUS TOUR RIVER TOUR in this interactive, TOUR OF immersive, behind BUCKINGHAM WESTMINSTER PALACE & Explore the River the scenes & BIG BEN CAMDEN TOWN ST. JAMES PARK BRITISH Thames & London experience STREET ART TOUR MUSEUM Eye along the Explore the heart One of the most famous bustling of London: Big Ben, Explore London’s important landmarks Explore the heart South bank Westminster Abbey, favourite market in London followed of British history the Houses of by team building *optional London Eye Parliament games in the park tour and River Cruise available AFTERNOON

DINNER

Welcome to Camp:

Roomates Welcome Party: Trivia Kahoot! Assignment, Issuing Wacky Races: Quiz Night - British of Camp Items, Fun games, Team Challenges Free & Easy Movie Night Game Night Culture Orientation, activities & Camp dancing! Manager Breifing EVENING

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

WEEK 2 PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON Talk Like A Local: Visual Aids & Course Review Personality & Body Idioms, Similes & Debates Reliable Sources & In-Class FULL DAY Language EXCURSION Hyperbole Competition MORNING CAMBRIDGE & CAMBRIDGE LUNCH UNIVERSITY

WEST END THEATRE A tour around this REGENT’S PARK, TOUR famous & historic GAMES AND TEAM PICNIC & BRITISH CULTURAL OXFORD STREET university city and BUILDING SPORT’S DAY experience a WORKSHOP Explore London’s SHOPPING famous theatre punting along the Onsite activities A visit to Regent’s Learn how to district & Covent Europe’s busiest Cambridge to encourage Park & a picnic, be British with Garden shopping street, DEPARTURE river working together, followed by some fun afternoon with half a million solving problems Ultimate Frisbee tea experience *additional option visitors a day & having fun & classic British to see a West games End show AFTERNOON

DINNER

Finale Night London Evening Walk

Life Skills: Public Speaking & Public Speaking Experience an Free & Easy How To Perform Free & Easy Talent Show Self Contest & Talent evening in London First Aid Practice Show; Certificates with a walk along Ceremony; the River Thames Camp Awards EVENING

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. 24 Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion. 25 LONDON THEATRE

(BESPOKEARTS PROGRAMME PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY)

“All the world’s a stage” if this is true, there is no better place than London to develop the skills for the theater. London is renowned worldwide for its rich theatre culture. From Shakespeare to the West End, London is the perfect place for students to learn about theatre and the performing arts. Drama boosts students confidence, speaking ability, creative thinking, and teamwork skills. These skills translate into all aspects of life, helping students grow into well rounded and accomplished young adults.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LONDON THEATRE ARTS PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS EXCURSIONS • 15 hours of class per week • Explore London’s iconic sites and explore the MEDIA heart of London’s West End, the oldest theatre • Mixed media classes – students create district in the world - students can even go their own short film and see a West End Musical* TRAINING PERFORMANCE • Students develop their English proficiency • Programme culminates in a performance and acting abilities through guided that is written, directed and performed exploration of literary content by the students themselves! WORKSHOPS • Take part in performance workshops SCRIPTING • Enjoy sessions on scriptwriting, theatre terminology and literary analysis

*Theatre trip is for an additional fee 26 27 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

THEATRE ARTS THEATRE ARTS THEATRE ARTS THEATRE ARTS THEATRE ARTS

WEEK 1 LESSON LESSON LESSON LESSON LESSON Introduction Theatre through Voice, Motion, Physical Theatre Scene Study to Public Speaking the ages and Emotion HARRY POTTER

MORNING WARNER BROTHERS STUDIO TOUR

ARRIVAL IN LUNCH Experience the LUNCH LONDON Harry Potter film CHECK IN studios up close CAMPUS TOUR SOUTHBANK in this interactive, RIVER TOUR TOUR OF immersive, behind BUCKINGHAM WESTMINSTER the scenes PALACE & Explore the River & BIG BEN CAMDEN TOWN experience ST. JAMES PARK BRITISH Thames & STREET ART TOUR MUSEUM London Eye along Explore the heart One of themost the famous bustling of London: Big Explore London’s important landmarks Explore the heart of South bank Ben, Westminster favourite market in London followed British history Abbey, the Houses of by team building *optional London Eye Parliament gamesin the park tour and River Cruise available AFTERNOON

DINNER

Welcome to Camp: Welcome Party: Roomates Trivia Kahoot! Assignment, Wacky Races: Fun games, Quiz Night - Issuing of Camp Team Challenges Free & Easy Movie Night Game Night activities & British Culture Items, Orientation, dancing! Camp Manager Breifing EVENING

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

WEEK 2 THEATRE ARTS THEATRE ARTS THEATRE ARTS THEATRE ARTS LESSON LESSON THEATRE ARTS LESSON LESSON LESSON Bringing it all Course Review & Character Set design, Props, together: Group Final Rehearsals Storytelling Development Costume & Sound Rehearsals for Final for the Finale Night FULL DAY performance Performance MORNING EXCURSION

CAMBRIDGE LUNCH & CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY

WEST END A tour around this REGENT’S GAMES THEATRE TOUR famous & historic PARK, PICNIC & BRITISH CULTURAL AND TEAM OXFORD STREET university city and SPORT’S DAY experience a punting WORKSHOP BUILDING Explore London’s SHOPPING famous theatre along the A visit to Regent’s Learn how to Onsite activities district & Covent Europe’s busiest Cambridge river Park & a picnic, be British with to encourage Garden shopping street, with DEPARTURE followed by some fun afternoon tea working together, half a million visitors Ultimate Frisbee experience solving problems *additional option a day & classic & having fun to see a West British games End show AFTERNOON

DINNER

London Finale Night Evening Walk Life Skills: Public Speaking Public Speaking

Free & Easy Experience an Free & Easy & Talent Show Contest & Talent How To Perform evening in London Self Practice Show; Certificates First Aid with a walk along the Ceremony; River Thames Camp Awards EVENING

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion

26 27 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

(BESPOKEPROGRAMME PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY)

Attending our Business Management Programme will provide students with the skills to succeed in the future at university and in their chosen career.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS ETIQUETTE • 15 hours of class per week • Learn about business etiquette in the UK BUSINESS and Europe, including dining protocol and • Students create and present a business social networking skills proposal GROW SKILLS • Develop their potential to become future • Focus on skills of a successful manager business managers including relationship building and EXCURSIONS delegation, forward-planning and • Benefit from a range of exciting visits to strategizing, and good communication skills industries throughout London. Example PRACTICE companies include London Property Expert, • Practice good time-management through Crowdfunding company, Bank of England, scenarios and tasks BBC Headquarters

28 29 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

WEEK 1 BUSINESS BUSINESS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT BUSINESS BUSINESS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT CLASS MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT CLASS CLASS CLASS CLASS Introduction to Introduction Choosing a Winning Marketing - New age Presentation Skills 1 Presentation Skills 2 to Public Speaking Business Idea of Digital Marketing 1 HARRY POTTER MORNING WARNER BROTHERS STUDIO TOUR LUNCH LUNCH ARRIVAL IN BUSINESS VISIT 1 Experience the BUSINESS VISIT 2 LONDON Harry Potter film CHECK IN Visits vary for each studios up close Visits vary for each CAMPUS TOUR SOUTHBANK programme in this interactive, programme THE HEART OF RIVER TOUR depending on immersive, behind depending on LONDON availability. Past visits the scenes availability. Past visits Explore the BRITISH have included startups, experience have included startups, Explore the heart River Thames & MUSEUM wenture capital firms, wenture capital firms, of London at London Eye along coworking spaces & coworking spaces & Buckingham Palace, the famous bustling Explore the multi nationals in a multi nationals in a St James’ Park, Big South bank heart of variety of business fields variety of business fields Ben, Westminster British history Abbey, the Houses *optional London Eye Find out what’s it Find out what’s it of Parliament tour and River Cruise like to be a founder, like to be a founder, available what’s their success what’s their success AFTERNOON factor & how to factor & how to fundraise fundraise DINNER

Welcome to Camp: Welcome Party: Roomates Trivia Kahoot! Assignment, Wacky Races: Fun games, Quiz Night - Issuing of Camp Team Challenges Free & Easy Movie Night Game Night activities & British Culture Items, Orientation, dancing! Camp Manager Breifing EVENING

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

BUSINESS WEEK 2 BUSINESS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CLASS BUSINESS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CLASS MANAGEMENT CLASS MANAGEMENT CLASS MANAGEMENT CLASS Business Professional Course Review & Fund Raising Writing: tips in Negotiation Skills 1 Negotiation Skills 2 Marketing Project and Capital writing business Competition emails, reports

MORNING FULL DAY EXCURSION LUNCH CAMBRIDGE & CAMBRIDGE BUSINESS VISIT 3 UNIVERSITY Visits vary for each programme A tour around this depending on famous & historic availability. Past REGENT’S PARK, university city and BRITISH CULTURAL visits have included PICNIC & SPORT’S OXFORD STREET experience a punting WORKSHOP startups, wenture DAY CAMDEN TOWN SHOPPING along the capital firms, co- STREET ART TOUR Cambridge river Learn how to working spaces & A visit to Regent’s Europe’s busiest DEPARTURE be British with multi nationals in a Park & a picnic, Explore London’s shopping street, with fun afternoon variety of business fields followed by some favourite market half a million visitors tea experience Ultimate Frisbee & a day Find out what’s it classic British games like to be a founder,

AFTERNOON what’s their success factor & how to fundraise DINNER

London Finale Night Evening Walk Life Skills: Public Speaking Public Speaking Free & Easy How To Perform Experience an Free & Easy & Talent Show Contest & Talent First Aid evening in London Self Practice Show; Certificates with a walk along Ceremony; the River Thames Camp Awards EVENING

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion 28 29 UNIVERSITY PREPARATION

(BESPOKEPROGRAMME PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY)

This programme is specially designed for students considering studying at a UK university in the future, or those curious about their study options. The course will prepare students with the necessary skills and mindset for life as an international student in the UK.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS UNIVERSITY LIFE • 15 hours of class per week • Students will learn about cultural awareness, EXPERIENCE university life in the UK, internships, • Students will have experience of lecture-style employment planning and budgeting classes, and have the opportunity to practice EXCURSIONS critical note-taking skills • Programme includes visits to some of the most INTERVIEWS prestigious universities in the UK including • Mock interviews allow students to practice Cambridge University. University visits will interview skills essential for university include a campus tour and a session from admissions or job applications university staff about applying to the university TEAM as an overseas student (subject to availability). • Project work is a common format for assessment There will also be interaction sessions with at UK universities. The team-based format university students. promotes autonomy as well as a team spirit SKILLS • Essential study skills will be covered in the course including critical thinking, discussion and debate, essay writing and referencing, presentation skills

30 31 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

WEEK 1 UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY PREPARATION UNIVERSITY PREPARTION PREPARATION LESSON PREPARATION LESSON LESSON LESSON History of Higher Building & Introduction to Learning in the UK: Subjects of Presenting a CV: Universities around HARRY POTTER Famous Colleges Tomorrow Standing Out the World & the UK WARNER

MORNING and Scholars From the Crowd BROTHERS STUDIO TOUR ARRIVAL IN LUNCH LUNCH LONDON Experience the CHECK IN Harry Potter film UNIVERSITY CAMPUS TOUR UNIVERSITY VISIT 1 SOUTHBANK RIVER studios up close THE HEART OF VISIT 2 TOUR in this interactive, LONDON Visit one of the UK’s immersive, behind Visit one of the UK’s famous universities Explore the River the scenes BRITISH Explore the heart famous universities such as UCL, LSE, Thames & London experience MUSEUM of London at such as UCL, LSE, University of London Eye along the Buckingham University of London as well as other uni- famous bustling Explore the Palace, St James’ as well as other versities outside of South bank heart of British Park, Big Ben, universities outside London’s centre such history Westminster of London’s centre as Reading *optional London Abbey, the Houses such as Reading Univeristy or Eye tour and River of Parliament Univeristy or Brighton Brighton University Cruise available University AFTERNOON

DINNER

Welcome to Camp:

Roomates Welcome Party: Assignment, Trivia Kahoot! Wacky Races: Issuing of Fun games, Quiz Night - Team Challenges Free & Easy Movie Night Game Night Camp Items, activities & British Culture Orientation, dancing! Camp Manager

EVENING Breifing

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST UNIVERSITY PREPARATION UNIVERSITY

WEEK 2 LESSON PREPARATION UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY LESSON PREPARATION PREPARATION PREPARATION Student Ambassador LESSON LESSON LESSON PanelAttend a Budgeting for paneled discussion School: Don’t Rely Student Life in Course Review and Talking Like a Brit with students on the Bank of the UK Admissions Pitch FULL DAY

MORNING from top London Mom and Dad EXCURSION universities CAMBRIDGE LUNCH & CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY

A tour around this WEST END REGENT’S famous & historic THEATRE TOUR GAMES AND TEAM PARK, PICNIC & university city and BRITISH CULTURAL OXFORD STREET BUILDING SPORT’S DAY experience a punting WORKSHOP Explore London’s SHOPPING along the famous theatre Onsite activities A visit to Regent’s Cambridge river Learn how to district & Covent Europe’s busiest to encourage Park & a picnic, be British with Garden shopping street, with DEPARTURE working together, followed by some fun afternoon half a million visitors solving problems Ultimate Frisbee tea experience *additional option a day & having fun & classic to see a West British games End show AFTERNOON

DINNER

London Finale Night Evening Walk Life Skills: Admissions Pitch Public Speaking Free & Easy How To Perform Experience an Free & Easy & Talent Show Self Contest & Talent First Aid evening in London Practice Show; Certificates with a walk along Ceremony; the River Thames Camp Awards EVENING

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion 30 31 UK STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

I would like to take the time to thank you, Juel, Maddy, Nathan and all the other organisers for providing such an I would recommend BlueSky to a informative and engaging programme. friend as it teaches invaluable skills. I believe that I am learning a lot from It boosted my confidence. this process, whilst enjoying the various opportunities offered. STUDENT, PAKISTAN London Public Speaking Programme I am amazed by the amount of preparation behind each trip from Juel I wanted to gain leadership and [Activity Leader]. Maddy [Teacher] in speaking skills. My confidence particular added engaging and wasn’t that good before. From advanced elements to the public this programme I learned speaking speaking course. Overall, it was a in front of everyone in different fascinating experience. ways, and how to interact with STUDENT, BOSNIA people. It’ll help you get a job. London Public Speaking Programme STUDENT, ITALY Business Management Programme

I want to study in the UK when I go to university so this programme was very helpful for me to understand the UK education system and help me understand what I want to study in the future.

STUDENT, CHINA University Preparation Programme

32 33 UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON (UCL) IFOR EVANS HALL LONDON Situated in the heart of vibrant Camden Town, UCL Ifor Evans Hall has all the necessary comforts and provides easy access to everything central London has to offer.

UCL Ifor Evans Hall offers simple, warm student living. All rooms are spacious singles with a bed, desk, wardrobe and sink in each room. Classrooms are on-site alongside a common room, music room, laundry and sports facilities. The canteen serves delicious, hot food daily. Cosmopolitan Camden also offers food from all over the world, along with popular high street shops.

DISTANCES SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES Within central London. Secure and gated Heathrow (1 hour), Very convenient Tennis courts, 10 minute walk from campus – CCTV in Gatwick (1 hour 45 transfer to London social area, music Camden Town operation 24/7. minutes) by coach. landmarks. practice room, nearby parks. Underground. Nearby are Regent’s ROOM CANTEEN WI-FI Park and the vibrant 331 single rooms with shared bathrooms On-site canteen Wi-Fi access street markets and (maximum of 3 students per bathroom LAUNDRY SERVICE nightlife of Camden. /toilet). On-site, coin-operated laundry service. LOCATION

IFOR EVANS HALL, 109 CAMDEN ROAD, LONDON NW1 9HZ Nearest supermarket is 5 minutes’ walk. Nearest hospital is 10 minutes’ drive. Buckingham Palace is 30 minutes away by public transport. Cambridge city centre can be reached in an hour and a half.

32 33 LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS (LSE) BANKSIDE HOUSE LONDON LSE is a leading university in the UK, renowned worldwide for its leadership in social sciences. Ranked 25th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018, the university is recognised among the world’s best across a range of disciplines. Famous alumni include Mick Jagger, David Attenborough and Kaushik Basu. Lucky students may get a view of the Thames from their bedroom!

DISTANCES SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES LSE Bankside House Secure entrance Heathrow (1 hour Near to London Bridge, Social area, residence is located with key cards. 10 minutes), Southwark and Waterloo study rooms, on the vibrant South CCTV in operation Gatwick (1 hour 30 train stations. Many buses nearby parks. Bank area, with art, and staff onsite minutes) by coach. stop nearby to get you all WI-FI music, theatre, film 24 hours a day. around London. and entertainment Wi-Fi access opportunities within ROOM CANTEEN LAUNDRY SERVICE easy reach. These 598 rooms available on this site, with a On-site canteen include the Tate Modern combination of single, single ensuite and serving breakfast On-site, coin-operated and Shakespeare’s twin rooms available. and dinner. Lunch is laundry service. Globe Theatre. also provided.

LOCATION LSE BANKSIDE HOUSE, 24 SUMNER STREET, LONDON SE1 9JA Nearest supermarket is 5 minutes’ walk. Nearest hospital is 10 minutes’ drive. The London Eye is a 10 minute walk away. Brighton beach can be reached in just over an hour by train.

34 35 COLINDALE AND WILLESDEN RESIDENCES LONDON Autumn/Spring Accommodation Modern residences with excellent transport links to central London hotspots Newly opened in 2017, Colindale offers beautiful, compact bedrooms. Bedrooms are all en-suite, and at the touch of a button, beds can be hidden away to reveal spacious areas for study or relaxation. Students can also chill out in the modern, stylish common areas. Willesden is stylish, yet safe and designed for junior groups. Students have a range of facilities to fill their spare time, such as a media lab, pool table and TV lounge.

DISTANCES AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES Central, North and West London Heathrow (30-40 Colindale: Right next to Colindale Penthouse Sky Lounge are just minutes away. Nearby minutes), Gatwick Station (Northern Line) – easy (Colindale), roof terrace attractions include Wembley (1 hour 15 minutes) access to central London. (Willesden) cinema by coach. Willesden: 10 minutes walk to amphitheatre (Colindale), Stadium and Colindale Parks. Willesden Junction (Bakerloo work spaces, common room, SECURITY ROOM Line, Overground) on-site café (Willesden). The residence is accessed by Double, triple and quad CANTEEN WI-FI security card only. Security staff rooms with en-suite On-site restaurant. Wi-Fi access and I.T. centre. are on duty 24 hours a day. bathrooms (4 students CCTV is in operation throughout sharing 1 bathroom). LAUNDRY SERVICE the building. On-site, coin-operated laundry service. LOCATION

16-28 CHARCOT ROAD, LONDON NW9 5WU (COLINDALE) Nearest hospital is 15 minutes away by car. Nearest supermarket is only a 30 second walk away!

34 35 PROGRAMMES IN OXFORD With its winding streets, stunning architecture, and beautiful skyline, Oxford is without doubt one of the most beautiful cities in Europe – a city which poet Matthew Arnold called “the city of dreaming spires”.

The city is renowned across the world for the University of Oxford – ranked by Times Higher Education as the best university in the world in 2018, which is perhaps why the city is so rich in history, education, philosophy and culture.

Oxford’s iconic and inspiring architecture has featured in many movies. Hogwarts – the famous school of witchcraft and wizardry from Harry Potter – is set in Oxford. The city also features in the Transformers and Cinderella movies.

Unsurprisingly, Oxford boasts many famous attractions like The Covered Market – a trading post which dates back to 1774. The Pitts Rivers Museum, Oxford Castle and Blenheim Palace are also must-sees!

BlueSky students can opt to stay in Oxford over London if they wish to have a more quaint and quintessentially English experience.

36 37 36 37 A SNAPSHOT OF AUSTRALIA

prestigious university locations across Sydney, 6 Melbourne and Brisbane for academic classes

accommodation types: university dorm, independent 4 hostel, hotels and homestay.

selection of content: Public Speaking & Leadership, 4 Environment & Wildlife, G8 top University Preparation, Science, Engineering and the Environment, Performing Arts, Startups and Innovation, and Local School Immersion.

38 39 BLUESKY IN AUSTRALIA Australia is without a doubt one of the most beautiful countries in the world. With its excellent weather, stunning beaches and friendly people, it is truly a modern paradise. Students can choose between Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane for their BlueSky experience in Australia or combine any of the three for the most authentic Aussie experience!

Public Environment Go8 University Science, Speaking & & Wildlife Preparation Engineering Leadership Students learn about Australia has become one and the the amazing wildlife that of the world’s most popular Allow students to develop Australia has to offer as study tour destinations with Environment their English communication well as focusing on the some of the most famous STEM is truly the future; skills through our specially environmental impacts of and desirable universities in this STEM themed designed course which human actions on our earth. in the world. This is best programme students focuses on student interaction, Educate the next generation exemplified by Australia’s engage in a broad survey task and project based and encourage them to be prestigious Group of 8 of the arts and sciences in learning, building confidence, the change that we need! universities. Students learn Australia, with a focus on teamwork and public Students learn real world the tips and tricks to get into local research and innovation. speaking. By the end of the skills and even design their these universities while visiting Students visit leading course students perform a own environmental action their campuses, meeting science centres in their speech in English in front of plans they can implement with local students and area, attend talks with their peers, teachers and in their communities. interacting with university university faculty and local Australians. faculty. industry leaders, and produce their own science Immersion projects at the end of Startups and the week. Innovation: Programme There is no better way to As one of the most livable get the true Australian nations in the world as well experience than living like as an economic hub of the a local student. BlueSky Asia Pacific, Australia is Education is able to place home to numerous global students at a range of businesses as well as government schools, multiple startups. In this giving them a true Aussie programme students get experience while offering the opportunity to learn our engaging excursions about the challenges of and 24 / 7 support. business in the 21st century through lessons, interactions with business leaders, and company and incubator visits. 38 39 EXCURSIONS AND ACTIVITIES Experience a wide range of cultural, natural and educational excursions, workshops and tours across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. All activities focus on active, task based learning, so at BlueSky we are never just sightseeing!

EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

University Interactions Volunteer Visits with Australian Opportunities

Visit Australia’s oldest and Students We offer a range of most prestigious universities, Learn about Australia first hand volunteer opportunities tour the facilities, and through interactions with local high across Australia beach interact with current school and university students. and park clean ups, students and faculty. Tour the city, participate in community service, workshops, volunteer, play and more. sports together, and even Environment enjoy a BBQ on the beach. Company Visit Workshops Aboriginal Arts Visits some of Australia’s Tour the Great Barrier Reef major businesses or using VR technology, learn and Culture startups, tour their facilities about humanity’s impact on Workshop and attend talks with the environment through Learn about the unique beliefs, business leaders to better real ecological fieldwork, culture, arts and dances of understand business and experience Australia’s Australia’s first nation people. in the 21st century. beauty through bushwalks. Students learn the language and their traditional dances, the symbolism of their art, get their Zoo and Farm Visits faces painted and paint their own boomerangs to take home. Aquariums Over 60% of Australia is Australia has over 100,000 covered by farms. Wherever known species of animals we live in the world we rely on Famous on the land and below the food that comes from farms. Landmarks sea. Australia’s famous Gain an appreciation for zoos and aquariums, like this aspect of Australian life Australia is full of famous Taronga Zoo, the Australia and learn first hand what man-made and natural Zoo, and the Melbourne it takes to keep us all fed. landmarks. Visit famous aquarium are an sites such as the Sydney excellent chance to get up Opera House, Harbour close and personal with World Class Bridge, Gold Coast, Australia’s famous wildlife. Shopping Melbourne’s Laneways and so much more. Australia is a fashion and culture powerhouse with Museums shops that sell anything and everything, from high end There is no shortage of boutique shops to massive museums in Australia from markets, like Paddy’s Market, the Australian Museum, to the Victoria Market and the Melbourne Museum, Brisbane Brisbane City Markets. Museum, and more. Learn about Australia’s rich historical, artistic, and cultural heritage. 40 41 PUBLIC SPEAKING & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME Leadership and public speaking are two skills which are relevant not only in English but in every language around the world. If you can master these skills then it will open up many more opportunities for students to experience in the future.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS WORKSHOPS • 15 hours of interactive classes per week with • Fun and educational Aboriginal Arts and fun and engaging teachers Culture Workshop; Campus Amazing Race; FOCUS Sports Challenge; Aussie Culture Quizzes and • Focus on communicative English and improving Aussie Style Celebrations students’ confidence in speaking REPORTS PRIZES • Personalised attention to students with • Compete for top Public Speaking and Talent daily journals, daily feedback, and Show prizes at Grand Finale Night individual academic reports after PLACEMENT TEST the programme is finished. • Placement test given on the first day to ensure students are in the correct class LANGUAGE • A focus on English functional language, Aussie slang and idioms and using Aussie humour in speeches SPORT • Sport exchange with local Aussie students*

*subject to availability 40 41 AUSTRALIA PUBLIC SPEAKING 20 & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 22DAY 7 BREAKFAST

WEEK 1 PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON Knowing and Introduction to Persuasive Speaking Styles Using Facts Engaging your Public Speaking Language & Humor and Statistics Audience MORNING LUNCH AUSSIE BEACH CULTURE & PICNIC BRITISH ENVIRONMENT ARRIVAL IN MUSEUM Sports and Games WORKSHOP SYDNEY CHECK IN UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF at the beach - Learn CAMPUS TOUR CAMPUS SYDNEY VISIT CAMPUS SPORTS Explore the heart the rules and play a Learn about AMAZING RACE of British history popular Aussie sport Australia’sunique Visit one of Football Penalty with local Australian eco-system. Learn Campus Tour. Australia’s reownded Shoot-Out Form students at one of about coral reefs, Visit a univesity ‘Group of 8’ teams and Australia’s world Australia’s water Library and other Universities. Explore participate in famous beaches! systems, plants campus landmarks campus facilities football relays and and forests. Do real while solving fun and learn about a penalty shoot-out Create unforgettable science as you learn Amazing Race style Australian challenge. memories with about Australia’s challenges university life. friends while amazing

AFTERNOON eating a traditional environment Aussie picnic at the beach DINNER

Welcome to Camp: Welcome Party: Australian Roomates Trivia Kahoot! Birthday Tradition Assignment, Issuing Fun games, Quiz Night - & Celebrations. Free & Easy Movie Night Free & Easy of Camp Items, activities & Australian Culture Aussie Birthday Orientation, Camp dancing! Games! Manager Breifing EVENING

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

PUBLIC WEEK 2 PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON Talk Like A Local TARONGA ZOO Body Language Visual Aids and Course Review & Idioms, Similes Debates and Personality Reliable Sources In-Class Competition Get up close and and Metaphors

MORNING personal with Australia’s most iconic animals, LUNCH kangaroos & SYDNEY AQUARIUM & *CULTURE FESTIVAL koalas. Watch the DARLING HARBOUR QUEEN VICTORIA Experience one of ABORIGINAL ART & famous bird show BUILDING & Australia’s numerous POWERHOUSE CULTURE WORKSHOP with the stunning Explore all the CHINATOWN culture festivals. MUSEUM view of the Sydney wonders of the *Local festivals Learn about Harbour as a Australian ocean Souvenir Shopping subject to Visit Australia’s Australia’s first backdrop. wildlife and then at Market City seasonal availability leading science nation people. shop till you drop Outlet & Paddy’s and weather and technology Learn a bit of the *Zoo Challenge: around Sydney’s Market museum. Enjoy the language, do Complete fun, famous Darling ALTERNATIVE: CHECKOUT & wide collection of aboriginal dances, interactive tasks Harbour Photo Challenge: MADAME TUSSAUDS DEPARTURE hands on exhibits get your faces while visiting Find and take photos Get your moment from around painted and the Zoo Aquarium Challenge: with famous places in the spotlight and Australia and the decorate your own Interview aquarium and objects. Ask get your photo taken globe. boomerangs staff to learn about locals to be the with some of the AFTERNOON to take home. Australia’s famous first to find them biggest celebrities sea animals around the globe DINNER

Finale Night

Public Speaking Public Speaking Life Skills: How To Traditional Aussie & Talent Show Free & Easy Free & Easy Contest & Talent Perform First Aid Nutbush Dance Student Self Show; Certificates Practice Ceremony; Camp Awards EVENING

42 *This schedule is based on a Sydney programme but can also be done in Melbourne & Brisbane 43 42 43 ENVIRONMENT AND

(BESPOKEWILDLIFE PROGRAMME - GROUP PROGRAMME ONLY)

Humanity’s interaction with the environment is becoming of greater importance within our society. As the effects of climate change begin to bite, it becomes increasingly important for the younger generation to have a strong understanding of this subject. Australia is the perfect location to educate students about our Environment, the Wildlife within it, and how we affect it.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF ENVIRONMENT & WILDLIFE PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS VIRTUAL REALITY • 15 hours of lessons each week • See first hand how the oceans are being CLASSES destroyed in our Coral Reef workshop where • Classes led by experienced teachers in a fun students have the opportunity to use a VR and stimulating environment (Virtual Reality) headsets to experience what LEARNING it is like to deep sea dive in Australia’s waters • Students will learn about biological diversity, from the safety of a classroom! (subject to conservation, urban farming, sea-life, availability of equipment) sustainable farming methods, and more. EXCURSIONS • Excursions include visits to Australia’s oldest dairy farm, Taronga Zoo, ecological fieldwork, and Community Volunteer Project. There will also be visits to The Rocks Weekend Market, The Royal Botanic Gardens, Chinatown and more!

44 45 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENT & WILDLIFE LESSON WILDLIFE LESSON WILDLIFE LESSON WILDLIFE LESSON WILDLIFE LESSON Introduction to Australia’s Animals: Threats to Ocean Habitats & Great Barrier Reef & Environment & Fantastic Animals & Habitats: Don’t their Threats Life Under the Sea Wildlife Where to Find Them hurt Nemo! SYDNEY CITY TOUR MORNING

LUNCH The Opera House & Harbour Bridge & The Royal Botanic WEEK 1 Garden Sydney ARRIVAL IN SYDNEY CHECK IN GROUP OF 8 UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF The Rocks Weekend CAMPUS TOUR UNIVERSITY VISIT: ENVIRONMENT CAMPUS SPORTS CAMPUS SYDNEY VISIT Market City UNIVERSITY WORKSHOP AMAZING RACE Challenge: OF SYDNEY Visit one of interview Learn what makes Football Penalty Campus Tour. Australia’s tourists about the *Scavenger Hunt: coral colorful and Shoot-Out Form Visit a univesity reownded ‘Group city of Sydney to Interview university other fascinating teams and Library and other of 8’ Universities. solve puzzles and students “why did marine science participate in campus landmarks Explore campus find famous sites you chose USYD. topics through football relays while solving fun facilities and learn What is your career interactive trivia, fun and a penalty Amazing Race style about Australian aspiration after facts and games shoot-out challenge. challenges university life. college” AFTERNOON

DINNER

Welcome to Camp:

Roomates Welcome Party: Australian Assignment, Issuing Trivia Kahoot! Birthday Tradition of Camp Items, Fun games, Free & Easy Quiz Night Movie Night & Celebrations. Free & Easy Orientation, activities & - Australian Culture Aussie Birthday Camp Manager dancing! Games! Breifing EVENING

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

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WEEK 2 ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENT & WILDLIFE LESSON WILDLIFE LESSON WILDLIFE LESSON WILDLIFE LESSON WILDLIFE LESSON Course Review TARONGA ZOO Save the Planet Biodiversity SOS Water Renewable Energy & In-Class Project Get up close and presentations

MORNING personal with Australia’s most iconic LUNCH animals, *CULTURE FESTIVAL kangaroos & koalas. Watch the SYDNEY AQUARIUM & Experience one of famous bird show ABORIGINAL ART & ENVIRONMENT DARLING HARBOUR POWERHOUSE Australia’s numerous with the stunning CULTURE WORKSHOP WORKSHOP MUSEUM culture festivals. view of the *Local festivals Sydney Harbour as Learn about Souvenir Shopping Explore all the Visit Australia’s subject to a backdrop. Australia’s first nation at Market City Outlet wonders of the leading science and seasonal availability people. Learn a bit of & Paddy’s Market Australian ocean technology and weather *Zoo Challenge: the language, do wildlife museum. Enjoy the Complete fun, aboriginal dances, Photo Challenge: CHECKOUT & wide collection of Alternative: interactive tasks get your faces Find and take photos DEPARTURE Aquarium Challenge: hands on exhibits Madame Tussauds while visiting the painted and with famous places Interview aquarium from around Get your moment Zoo decorate your and objects. Ask staff to learn about Australia and in the spotlight and own boomerangs locals to be the first Australia’s famous the globe. get your photo taken

AFTERNOON to take home. to find them sea animals with some of the biggest celebrities around the globe

DINNER

Finale Night

Life Skills: Let’s Protect The Earth, What does Traditional Aussie Finale Night & Talent Free & Easy How To Perform Free & Easy our Mother Earth Nutbush Dance Show Self Practice First Aid mean to you? Certificates Ceremony; EVENING Camp Awards

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(BESPOKEPREPARATION PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY) PROGRAMME For students who are looking into further study in Australia, bring them to our Group of 8 (Go8) programme. This programme gives students the opportunity to experience several of Australia’s top universities, speak with local students and faculty, and learn tips and tricks for admissions and academic success.

The Go8 was founded in 1999 and is a coalition of the top 8 research intensive universities in Australia. These selected universities are some of the oldest and largest in Australia and are consistently ranking in Australia’s top universities and are recognised as being within the top 100 in the world rankings.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE GO8 PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS UNIVERSITY LIFE • 15 hours of class per week • Students will learn about cultural awareness, EXPERIENCE university life in Australia, internships, • Students will have experience of lecture-style employment planning and budgeting classes, and have the opportunity to practice EXCURSIONS critical note-taking skills • Programme includes visits to some of the most INTERVIEWS prestigious universities in Australia including • Mock interviews allow students to practice the University of Sydney and the University interview skills essential for university of Melbourne. University visits will include a admissions and job applications campus tour and a session from university staff TEAM about applying to the university as an overseas • Project work is a common format for student (subject to availability). There will also assessment at Australian universities. be interaction sessions with university students. The team-based format promotes autonomy GROUP OF 8 UNIVERSITIES: as well as a team spirit • Australian National University SKILLS • Monash University • Essential study skills will be covered in the • The University of Melbourne course including critical thinking, discussion • The University of New South Wales and debate, essay writing and referencing, • The University of Queensland presentation skills • The University of Sydney • The University of Western Australia • The University of Adelaide

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GROUP OF 8 UNIVERSITY WEEK 1 UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PREPARATION PREPARATION PREPARATION PREPARATION LESSON LESSON LESSON LESSON LESSON Introduction to Building & Presenting Subjects of Application Tips Thinking Like an Universities around a CV: Standing Out Tomorrow and Tricks Aussie: G’Day Mate the World & Australia From the Crowd SYDNEY CITY TOUR MORNING

LUNCH The Opera House & Harbour Bridge & AUSSIE BEACH The Royal Botanic ENVIRONMENT CULTURE & PICNIC WORKSHOP OR Garden Sydney ARRIVAL IN ABORIGINAL GROUP OF 8 Sports and Games The Rocks SYDNEY CHECK IN GROUP OF 8 CULTURE WORKSHOP UNIVERSITY VISIT: UNIVERSITY at the beach - Learn Weekend Market CAMPUS TOUR UNIVERSITY VISIT: UNIVERSITY OF NEW CAMPUS the rules and play a Learn what makes UNIVERSITY SOUTH WALES AMAZING RACE popular Aussie sport coral colorful and City Challenge: OF SYDNEY with local Australian other fascinating interview tourists Dialogue Campus Tour. students at one of marine science about the city of *Scavenger Hunt: topics through with University Visit a univesity Australia’s world Sydney to solve Interview university interactive trivia, fun Professor “How to Library and other famous beaches! puzzles and find students “why did facts and games prepare for study campus landmarks famous sites you chose USYD. OR Have fun at abroad”. To be while solving fun Watch the sunset on What is your career face painting, learn received by faculty Amazing Race style the beach & create aboriginal dances aspiration after member/ challenges unforgettable and language, and college” representative memories with designing and AFTERNOON of UNSW. friends while eating decorating your own a traditional Aussie boomerang and taking it home dinner on the beach DINNER

Welcome to Camp: Welcome Party: Australian Roomates Trivia Kahoot! Birthday Tradition Assignment, Issuing Quiz Night Fun games, Free & Easy Movie Night & Celebrations. Free & Easy of Camp Items, - Australian Culture activities & Aussie Birthday Orientation, Camp dancing! Games! Manager Breifing EVENING

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WEEK 2 UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PREPARATION UNIVERSITY LESSON LESSON PREPARATION LESSON MELBOURNE TARONGA ZOO CITY TOUR Student Life in Course Review and Australia Admissions Pitch

MORNING Get up close and State of Victoria personal Library, Skydeck & with Australia’s LUNCH St. Patrick LUNCH most iconic Cathedral. animals, DEPART TO GROUP OF 8 GROUP OF 8 kangaroos & MELBOURNE Souvenir shop at UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY VISIT: koalas. Watch the the Southern VISIT: MONASH UNIVERSITY OF SHOPPING AT DFO famous bird show Arrival, Check in Hemisphere’s UNIVERSITY MELBOURNE SOUTH WHARF with the stunning largest market and view of the Melbourne enjoy lunch from Monash University Amazing Race Shopping at Sydney Harbour as Campus Briefing / one of hundreds of is one of Challenge/Team Melbourne’s Biggest a backdrop. Orientation shops at the Victoria Australia’s leading Building @ Direct Outlet Market. universities and University of Shopping Mall *Zoo Challenge: ranks among the Melbourne CHECKOUT & Complete fun, Explore the streets world’s top 100. Get your favorite DEPARTURE interactive tasks of Melbourne and Students learn how international and while visiting take pictures of Q&A Session with to use team work local Melbourne the Zoo Melbourne’s Faculty Member/ and fashion brands at famous street art. Admission Officer communication this Direct “How do I apply AFTERNOON skills to succeed Factory Outlet. to Monash. What in team based does Monash look challenges for in a candidate”

DINNER

Life Skills: Finale Night Traditional Aussie Talent Show Free & Easy How To Perform Free & Easy Presentation & Nutbush Dance Self-Practice First Aid Talent Show EVENING

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(BESPOKEPROGRAMME PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY) STEM is the fastest growing industry around the globe, with demand from employers increasing every year. In this course you will gain new skills and have unique experiences that will open new doors for you across the globe informed by Australia’s unique environment. Be just like a real scientist and learn lifelong skills as you challenge yourself to think, design and build during this fun intensive course.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT INCLUDE:

HOURS SKILLS • 15 hours of interactive classes covering a range • Students will get to test their new knowledge and of STEM topics with fun, experienced teachers. skills during fun in class experiments. STEM UNIVERSITY LIFE • Everything in this week is all about STEM! From • In afternoons students will be able to participate the moment students land until the moment in hands-on workshops either in class or at they leave they will be doing science. Students science centres, covering topics like robotics, will gain foundational knowledge in a variety of coding, biology, and climate change areas, focusing on practical, transferable skills. and sustainability. KEY TOPICS KNOWLEDGE • Gain foundational knowledge in robotics, • Meet Australian students in the STEM field. Get coding, engineering, physics, biodiversity, first-hand knowledge about what it’s like to be a climatology and astronomy. student in the sciences and what makes the next LANGUAGE generation of innovators tick. • Language focuses on specialised language CLASSES specific to the sciences. Students will gain • Small class sizes mean students get lots of comfort and confidence in speaking through personalised attention and along with daily collaborative lessons and activities. journals, teachers really get to know their student. At the end of the programme students receive individual academic reports.

48 49 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST SCIENCE, SCIENCE, ENGINEERING WEEK 1 ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE, THE ENVIRONMENT SCIENCE, SCIENCE, SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND ENGINEERING AND ENGINEERING AND ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT Marvels of THE ENVIRONMENT SYDNEY THE ENVIRONMENT THE ENVIRONMENT Engineering: CITY TOUR AND THE ENVIRONMENT Environment and Fun experiments Space: the Final Introduction to STEM Renewable Energy Biodiversity to illustrate the Frontier The Opera House & Harbour Bridge &

MORNING magic of modern engineering The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney PROGRAMME LUNCH The Rocks Weekend Market ARRIVAL IN AUSSIE BEACH CULTURE & PICNIC SYDNEY SYDNEY ABORIGINAL ART OBSERVATORY Shopping at CHECK IN & CULTURE UNIVERSITY Sports and Games Westfield / Pitt St Mall CAMPUS TOUR ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOP CAMPUS A at the beach - Learn Learn more about WORKSHOP MAZING RACE the rules and play a the universe at Environmental Learn about popular Aussie sport Sydney’s heritage Challenge: at the Learn what makes Australia’s first nation Campus Tour. with local Australian listed observatory. Botanical Gardens coral colorful and people. Learn a bit of Visit a univesity students at one of Use spectrometers students will engage other fascinating the language, do Library and other Australia’s world and telescopes to in ecological field marine science aboriginal dances, campus landmarks famous beaches! gain a deeper work, record their topics through get your faces while solving fun understanding of data and share interactive trivia, fun painted and Amazing Race style Create unforgettable the stars and findings with facts and games decorate your challenges memories with planets. Even see the group own boomerangs friends while eating a Sydney’s oldest AFTERNOON to take home. traditional Aussie working telescope. picnic at the beach

DINNER

Welcome to Camp: Welcome Party: Trivia Kahoot! Roommates Australian Birthday Quiz Night Assignment, Issu- Tradition & Fun games, Free & Easy Sci-Fi Movie Night Free & Easy ing of Camp Items, Celebrations. Aussie activities & - Australian Culture Orientation, Camp Birthday Games! dancing! Manager Breifing EVENING

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SCIENCE,

WEEK 2 SCIENCE, SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT THE ENVIRONMENT THE ENVIRONMENT Robotics Part 2 Robotics Part 1 In-Class “Cities Coding and Robotics Part 3 Introduction to Tying It All Together of Tomorrow” TARONGA ZOO Programming Robots of Tomorrow Robotics presentations

MORNING Robots Get up close and personal with LUNCH Australia’s most iconic animals, kangaroos & POWERHOUSE MACQUARIE koalas. Watch the MUSEUM UNIVERSITY ROBOTICS CAMPUS SPORTS QUEEN VICTORIA famous bird show ROBOTICS LAB & WORKSHOP BUILDING & with the stunning STEM STUDENT Q & A Join university CHINATOWN view of the Take a guided You’ve spent the last students for some Sydney Harbour tour of Austrarlia’s Visit Macquarie few days learning fun Australian as a backdrop. preminent University’s robotics about robots now sports, games and Souvenir Shopping applied science lab for hands on its your chance to competitions. at Market City Outlet *Zoo Challenge: museum. See demonstration. See control one yourself. & Paddy’s Market Complete the principles of CHECKOUT & where students build Program robots to *For an additional fun, interactive Engineering and DEPARTURE and battle their complete a series of fee training Photo Challenge: tasks while Physics students own robots! challenges before sessions with Find and take photos visiting the Zoo have learned in competing in a Macquarie with famous places action. After attend After talk to science robotics wrestling University and objects. Ask an interactive major students match with your Athletics club locals to be the first AFTERNOON robotics and about their studies classmates. can be arranged. to find them programming in an interactive workshops Q&A session

DINNER

Science Relay Finale Night Challenge! Talent Show; Independent work Traditional Aussie Certificates Free & Easy Free & Easy on ”Cities of Solve relay games Nutbush Dance Ceremony; Tomorrow” and win prizes using Camp Awards science! EVENING

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(BESPOKEPROGRAMME PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY)

Australia has become a centre of trade and innovation, not just in the Asia Pacific but across the globe. Its major cities are home to several multinational corporations and innovative new startups emerge everyday in incubation centres across the country. In this program students will gain a foundational knowledge in global business, covering the key concepts of choosing and creating a programme, as well as meeting with current and future leaders of the Australian business community.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE STARTUPS AND INNOVATION PROGRAMME:

• 15 hours of interactive, business themed courses • Meet Australian business students, learn first hand about what being a business major is like • In-class projects apply and reinforce new and build a business network for the future. knowledge • Programme culminates in a “shark tank” style • Subjects focus on practical, real-world business pitch which students will present on knowledge and concepts the final day before classmates and local business people • Learn first hand about Australian business culture through company visits • Receive daily feedback from teachers, and feedback from members of the local business • Gain deeper understanding of entrepreneurship community on the final day by visiting startup incubators

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WEEK 1 STARTUPS & STARTUPS & STARTUPS & STARTUPS & STARTUPS & INNOVATION LESSON INNOVATION LESSON INNOVATION LESSON INNOVATION LESSON INNOVATION LESSON SYDNEY Successful Introduction to Introduction to CITY TOUR Startups business Presentation & Startups/Unicorns Business & Startups Marketing/Digital ideas generation Pitching Skills 1 Around the World in Australia marketing The Opera House & Harbour Bridge & MORNING The Royal Botanic LUNCH Garden Sydney BUSINESS VISIT 1 The Rocks AUSSIE BEACH Weekend Market CULTURE & PICNIC POWERHOUSE Visits vary for each ARRIVAL IN MUSEUM programme Shopping at SYDNEY CHECK IN Sports and Games STARTUPS UNIVERSITY depending on Westfield / CAMPUS TOUR at the beach - Learn INCUBATOR VISIT CAMPUS Visit Australia’s availability. Past Pitt St Mall the rules and play a AMAZING RACE leading science visits have included popular Aussie sport Startups are and technology startups, wenture Environmental with local Australian changing the world Campus Tour. museum. Enjoy the capital firms, Challenge: at the students at one of every day. Visit one Visit a univesity wide collection of coworking spaces Botanical Gardens Australia’s world of Sydney’s multiple Library and other hands on exhibits & multi nationals students will engage famous beaches! startups incubator campus landmarks from around in a variety of in ecological field and meet the while solving fun Australia and the business fields work, record their Create unforgettable innovators and Amazing Race style globe and the data and share memories with entrepeneurs of challenges innovations that Find out what’s it findings with friends while tomorrow have created our like to be a founder, the group AFTERNOON eating a traditional modern world. what’s their success Aussie picnic at factor & how the beach to fundraise DINNER

Welcome to Camp: Welcome Party: Australian Roommates Trivia Kahoot! Birthday Tradition Assignment, Fun games, Free & Easy Quiz Night - Movie Night & Celebrations. Free & Easy Issuing of Camp activities & Australian Culture Aussie Birthday Items, Orientation, dancing! Games! Camp Manager

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STARTUPS & WEEK 2 INNOVATION LESSON STARTUPS & STARTUPS & STARTUPS & STARTUPS & INNOVATION LESSON INNOVATION LESSON INNOVATION LESSON INNOVATION LESSON Leading a Team: Mini Group Project Course Review & Negotiation Skills Fund Raising for Presentation & TARONGA ZOO to develop Business Finalisation of Shark & Practice Startups Pitching Skills 2 Ideas for the Shank Tank Projects Get up close and

MORNING Tank finale personal with Australia’s LUNCH most iconic animals, BUSINESS VISIT 2 BLUESKY FINALE kangaroos & QUEEN VICTORIA SHARK TANK, koalas. Watch the ABORIGINAL ART Visits vary for each BUILDING & TALENT SHOW, AND famous bird show & CULTURE programme CHINATOWN CERTIFICATES with the stunning WORKSHOP depending on CEREMONY view of the availability. Past Souvenir Shopping Sydney Harbour as FIELD WORK Learn about visits have included at Market City Students present a backdrop. PROJECT Australia’s first startups, wenture Outlet & Paddy’s their business pitches nation people. capital firms, Market they have developed *Zoo Challenge: Interviews with Learn a bit of the coworking spaces throughout the week. CHECKOUT & Complete people on the language, do & multi nationals in Photo Challenge: All students meeting DEPARTURE fun, interactive streeet about aboriginal dances, a variety of business Find and take minimum attendance tasks while state of economy get your faces fields photos with requirements will visiting the Zoo in Australia painted and famous places receive completion decorate your own Find out what’s it and objects. Ask certificates, with prizes boomerangs to like to be a founder, AFTERNOON locals to be the for the best take home. what’s their success first to find them presentations factor & how to and talents fundraise

DINNER

Shark Tank Life Skills: Traditional Aussie Independent Group Free & Easy Free & Easy How To Perform Free & Easy Nutbush Dance Practice & Talent Pack for Departure First Aid Show Self Practice EVENING

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(BESPOKESCHOOL PROGRAMME - IMMERSIONGROUP ONLY)

As part of the Australia Local School Immersion Programme students have the opportunity to study at a local school, getting the full Australian educational experience. Immersions can vary in length from half a day, to 1 to 2 weeks, all the way up to an entire semester or school year. Local school immersion is carefully combined with. Local school immersion can be carefully combined with BlueSky’s excursions and academic content for students to get the best of both worlds.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE AUSTRALIA LOCAL SCHOOL IMMERSION INCLUDE:

• Interact with local students in and out of the classroom, a fantastic opportunity to meet • For one day programmes, students will spend a similar aged students from a different country morning touring the school, attending classes and hanging out with their new Aussie friends at • Attend real life Australian classes and lunch. In the afternoon, students will participate participate in extra curriculars with local in specialised activities or enjoy entertainment students, expanding learning techniques and provided by the Australian students understanding how other cultures conduct schooling in comparison to their native country • For an extended multi day immersion programme. students will attend ESL classes • Gain a deeper understanding of Australian with Department of Education teachers. culture from first hand experiences Classes can be focussed on general English or a specialised topic. In the afternoon, students • Build friendships that will last a lifetime will attend lessons or take part in a local activity with the Australian students. If • For half day programmes, students will wanted, the afternoon session can be tailored be able to attend classes with Australian to a group’s preferences. students. This activity can replace one of BlueSky’s current excursions as part of one of our main programmes, giving students the best of both worlds.

52 53 52 53 AUSTRALIA TESTIMONIALS

I learnt a lot of things while on My favourite activity was Sydney Wildlife camp that I the visit to Bondi beach wouldn’t learn in Taiwan. At the because it was very competitive camp, I improved my English and I had the chance to meet skills, learned many words that I different kinds of students and did not know. Before I was scared friends, especially the fusion of talking to strangers but at the students in Australia. It was very camp we had a lot of tasks to fun. It was the first time we played use English and talk to strangers. this kind of sports, I think it is a I also improved my piano skills. very good game. I reallyenjoyed Our teacher Ms Chi was a music the view of the sea and the beach. teacher and her piano skill was I spent a lot of great time playing excellent. We played the piano with my friends. I think the together. I was very happy and weather of Sydney is very suitable excited. On the Finale day, we had for a beach and I think that you a talent show and in preparation will all love it when you go there. for it I practised piano every day. STUDENT, HONG KONG I was very happy on the camp. Sydney Public Speaking Programme STUDENT, TAIWAN Sydney Environment & Wildlife Programme My teacher is Ms Brianna. I love to study in her class because she is really comfortable and really friendly and one of my favorite classes was how to use humor in my public speech. I don’t consider myself as a funny person and sometimes my speech can be quite boring but after her class, I learnt to use humor and improved my public speaking skills to be more interesting and exciting for the audience.

STUDENT, VIETNAM Sydney Public Speaking Programme 54 55 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY DUNMORE LANG COLLEGE AND ROBERT MENZIES COLLEGE SYDNEY Situated in the heart of the growing North Ryde and Macquarie Park business precincts, Macquarie University is an ideal location for our winter and summer programmes thanks to quiet and lush green campus and close proximity to Sydney city centre, Macquarie Shopping Centre and its cafes, restaurants and retailers.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT ROOM CANTEEN WI-FI 50 minutes from 30 minute train Single or twin rooms On-site dining hall offers Wi-Fi access Sydney International ride from Sydney with card access 3 high quality meals a LAUNDRY SERVICE Airport city centre day combining Western On-site, coin-operated and Asian cuisines and laundry service. other local food LOCATION

DUNMORE LANG COLLEGE: 130 HERRING ROAD, MACQUARIE PARK, NSW 2113, AUSTRALIA ROBERT MENZIES COLLEGE: 136 HERRING ROAD, MACQUARIE PARK, NSW 2113, AUSTRALIA

Supermarkets, Macquarie University Clinic and train station are all within a 10 minute walk.

54 55 INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE MANAGEMENT SYDNEY

There is no campus in Sydney as beautiful as ICMS in the beachside suburb of Manly. As soon as students arrive they will know that they have come to one of the most spectacular campuses in the world. Ocean panorama, parklands, and the cityscape are all part of the view from the commanding sandstone building that is home to ICMS.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT ROOM CANTEEN WI-FI 1h 20 minutes from 30 minutes by ferry Single, twin or triple On-site dining hall offers Wi-Fi access Sydney International from Manly ferry wharf rooms with shared 3 high quality meals a LAUNDRY SERVICE Airport. to Sydney city center bathrooms day combining Western Coin operated and Asian cuisines and laundry facility other local food

LOCATION 151 DARLEY ROAD, MANLY, NSW, 2095

56 57 THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY SYDNEY The University of Sydney is Australia’s first university and today is a modern and progressive institution. For more than 150 years the school’s alumni have inspired, led, entertained, challenged and improved the world around them.

We work with various residential colleges of the University of Sydney for our programmes including Sancta Sophia College, St Andrew’s College and St John’s College. Rich in heritage and tradition, every college offers a supportive living environment that will allow you to experience an authentic on-campus stay as an international student in Sydney.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT ROOM CANTEEN WI-FI 20 minutes from 25 minute train Single, twin or On-site dining hall Wi-Fi access Sydney International ride from Sydney triple rooms LAUNDRY SERVICE Airport city centre Coin operated LOCATION laundry facility

8 MISSENDEN ROAD, CAMPERDOWN NSW 2050, AUSTRALIA Royal Prince Alfred Hospital within 5 minutes’ walk

56 57 THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES (UNSW) UNSW is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight – a coalition of Australia’s leading research intensive universities. The University is recognised for its strong links to industry and UNSW graduates are in high demand by top employers in Australia.

Situated 7km from Sydney city centre and 15 minutes’ drive from world-famous Bondi beach, UNSW provides an ideal environment for our students thanks to the large variety of food and retail services, including banks, bars, cafes and convenience stores available on campus.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT ROOM WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE 12 minute drive 30 minute train Single, twin or Wi-Fi access Coin operated from Sydney ride from Sydney triple rooms laundry facility International Airport city centre

LOCATION

SYDNEY NSW 2052, AUSTRALIA Prince of Wales Hospital is within a 10 minute walk.

58 59 UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE MELBOURNE Based at Australia’s number one university, University College at Melbourne University is the perfect combination of past and present. As the first residential college to allow women it embodies the innovative spirit of the University of Melbourne, and with recent renovations it has the latest social, academic, and athletic spaces. Only a short walk or tram ride to the heart of Melbourne, it’s perfectly placed for studying and exploring all that Melbourne has on offer.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM WI-FI 30 minutes from 10 minutes tram Modern, well equipped Single or double rooms Wi-Fi access Melbourne ride to Melbourne classroom facilities, with shared bathrooms International Airport Central communal recreation CANTEEN LAUNDRY SERVICE spaces, close proximity to University of Melbourne On-site dining hall offers Coin operated sites and facilities 3 high quality meals a laundry facility LOCATION day combining Western and Asian cuisines and 40 College Crescent, Parkville, Victoria, Melbourne other local food

58 59 UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE ST MARY’S COLLEGE MELBOURNE Set in attractive grounds, just a stone’s throw from the centre of town and the cosmopolitan Lygon Street, St Mary’s is the perfect location to host visiting students in Melbourne. Just a 5 minute walk to the nearest tram stop, hop on a tram and city centre highlights such as Federation Square, the Emporium, St Patrick’s Cathedral, the Arts Centre and the MCG/Melbourne Park sporting precinct are all within easy reach.

SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES WI-FI Security card access 30 minute drive from Nearest tram stop Common room, outside Wi-Fi access for all external doors Melbourne within 300m of picnic areas and green LAUNDRY SERVICE and bedrooms International Airport college entrance spaces Self-service coin ROOM CANTEEN operated laundry 165 single rooms with king size bed, internal On-site canteen facility sink and shared bathrooms

LOCATION

ST MARY’S COLLEGE, 871 SWANSTON ST, PARKVILLE VIC 3052, AUSTRALIA Nearest shopping street is 5 minutes; nearest hospital is a 10 minute drive

60 61 UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE ST HILDA’S COLLEGE MELBOURNE One of the newer colleges of the University of Melbourne, St Hilda’s benefits from modern facilities and a light and airy rooms. The college is located within the university grounds and is within walking distance from some of the stand-out parks and gardens Melbourne has to offer, such as, The Royal Park, Melbourne Zoo and Princes Park. Melbourne city centre, with its mix of Skyscrapers and Victorian icons such as Flinder’s Street Station and The Royal Post Office, is easily accessible from St Hilda’s College with several bus and tram routes serving the university.

SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES Security card access 30 minute drive Nearest tram stop Outside lawn areas, common room with lounge for all external doors from Melbourne within a 10 minute walk furniture, AV screen, TV and DVD facilities, table and bedrooms International Airport of college entrance tennis table

ROOM CANTEEN WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE 124 single rooms with internal sink and shared On-site canteen Wi-Fi access Free to use communal bathroom/shared ensuite laundry facilities

LOCATION

19-25 COLLEGE CRESCENT, PARKVILLE VIC 3052, AUSTRALIA Nearest shopping street is 5 minutes; nearest hospital is a 10 minute drive

60 61 LA TROBE UNIVERSITY MELBOURNE Situated in Melbourne’s affluent northern suburbs, La Trobe Melbourne has a modern and spacious campus surrounded by native bushland and rolling parkland. Just 14km from Melbourne city centre and well-served by public transport, visitors can enjoy the best of both worlds, escape from the hustle and bustle of the city or take a short bus ride downtown to enjoy the shopping and world class restaurants on offer, the choice is yours.

Accommodation is offered over two colleges • Chisholm College situated within the La Trobe campus • Glenn College

SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES WI-FI Security card access 30 minute drive Regular buses to Common room, lounge, Wi-Fi access for all external doors from Melbourne and from Melbourne sports and recreation LAUNDRY SERVICE and bedrooms International Airport City Centre facilities Self-service coin ROOM CANTEEN operated laundry facility Single rooms with shared bathrooms On-site canteen

LOCATION

PLENTY RD & KINGSBURY DR, BUNDOORA VIC 3086, AUSTRALIA Nearest Supermarket is 10 minutes walk: Nearest hospital 30 minute drive

62 63 UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND INTERNATIONAL HOUSE BRISBANE International House offers unique accommodation in the heart of the University of Queensland. Rooms are divided into towers surrounded by lush green spaces and gardens offering comfort, privacy and security for students. Classroom spaces are large and modern, offering a comfortable residential experience and fulfilling academic opportunities.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM WI-FI 30 minutes from 20 minutes by bus Common rooms, Single rooms with Wi-Fi access Brisbane International to Brisbane Central campus green shared bathrooms LAUNDRY SERVICE Airport spaces, and Coin operated recreation facilities CANTEEN laundry facility On-site dining hall offers 3 high quality meals a day combining Western and Asian cuisines and other local food

LOCATION

5 ROCK STREET, BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA 4067

62 63 UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND CROMWELL COLLEGE BRISBANE Based only minutes from the heart of Brisbane on the grounds of the famous University of Queensland campus, Cromwell college has everything you need for the real university experience. With modern classroom facilities, lush green spaces, and BBQ facilities, Cromwell College is the perfect place from which to experience all that Brisbane has to offer.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES WI-FI 30 minutes from Brisbane 20 minutes by bus Indoor and outdoor common areas, Wi-Fi access International Airport to Brisbane Central on campus green spaces, and sports and recreation facilities LAUNDRY SERVICE ROOM CANTEEN Coin operated Single rooms with On-site dining hall offers 3 high quality meals a day combining laundry facilities shared bathrooms Western and Asian cuisines and other local foods.

LOCATION

60 WALCOTT ST, ST LUCIA QLD, AUSTRALIA, 4067

64 65 UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND WOMEN’S COLLEGE BRISBANE The Women’s College is the University of Queensland’s premier women only residential college now on offer for co-ed students by BlueSky Education. With recently remodeled rooms and common areas, green spaces, and only a moment’s walk to the university sports oval, the Women’s College is the ideal location for taking full advantage of what the University of Queensland and Brisbane have on offer.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES WI-FI 30 minutes from Brisbane 20 minutes by bus Excellent study spaces and classrooms, Wi-Fi access International Airport to Brisbane Central convenient location to key UQ amenities, music rooms, and green spaces LAUNDRY SERVICE ROOM CANTEEN Coin operated Single rooms with On-site dining hall offers 3 high quality meals a day combining laundry facility shared bathrooms Western and Asian cuisines and other local foods

LOCATION

5 ROCK STREET, BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA 4067

64 65 UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND GRACE COLLEGE BRISBANE Based only minutes from the heart of Brisbane on the grounds of the famous University of Queensland campus, Cromwell college has everything you need for the real university experience. With modern classroom facilities, lush green spaces, and BBQ facilities, Cromwell College is the perfect place from which to experience all that Brisbane has to offer.

AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES WI-FI 30 minutes from Brisbane 20 minutes by bus On site recreation and athletic Wi-Fi access International Airport to Brisbane Central facilities, communal areas, outdoor green activity spaces LAUNDRY SERVICE ROOM CANTEEN Coin operated Single rooms with On-site dining hall offers 3 high quality meals a day combining laundry facility shared bathrooms Western and Asian cuisines and other local food

LOCATION

65 WALCOTT ST, ST LUCIA QLD 4067, AUSTRALIA

66 67 HOMESTAY OPTIONS SYDNEY, MELBOURNE & BRISBANE Living with a local family presents the perfect opportunity to have real conversations in English and to fully experience and appreciate a different culture and way of life. Typically, students spend the weekday evenings and weekends with their host families and commute to the classroom venue to take class with other students during weekdays.

AIRPORT TRANSFER WI-FI MEALS Twin sharing with another Wireless connection On weekdays, breakfast and dinner are provided by the host student or single room available, surcharge family and lunch is taken at the class venue. Breakfast, lunch may apply and dinner are provided by host family during the weekend LAUNDRY HOST FAMILY GUESTS LOCATION Free to use washing All host families are required by local Government Guests are not Host families are machine and homestay partners to undergo thorough allowed typically situated ‘working with children checks’ before any students within a 30-60 minute are placed with them COMMUTE commute from the study venue STUDENTS MAKE THEIR OWN WAY TO CLASS BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT.

66 67 A SNAPSHOT OF SINGAPORE

prestigious university and boarding school 5 locations for academic classes

accommodation types: dorm, independent hostel, 4 hotels and homestay.

selection of content: Public Speaking & Leadership, 5 Robotics, Green Technology, Parent-Child, Singapore -Malaysia cultural experience.

60 excursions and customised activities to choose from 68 69 BLUESKY IN

SINGAPORESingapore is the perfect blend of East meets West, making it the ideal destination for students to visit if they are looking for something new and exciting. Singapore’s official language is English, with it being a key player in all international business, the home to some of the World’s Top Ranking Universities and a hub for connecting people across the globe. It is widely regarded as one of the safest, cleanest, greenest and most efficient cities in the world, providing a futuristic skyline to rival any other major city globally If students are looking for something different which will open up their mind to different cultures, foods and exciting new opportunities Singapore is the right destination for them.

Public Green Robotics Parent-Child Singapore- Speaking & Technology Students have the For younger students Malaysia opportunity to learn we offer the chance Since Singapore is at Leadership the basics of coding for them to experience Cultural the forefront of Green taught by experienced Singapore with their This programme Technology our Experience teachers. Learning parents in hands on develops students specially designed how to code a robot is family classes communicative English course gives students Give students the something all students designed to help and our specially the chance to learn opportunity to love no matter what encourage the bond designed course about urban experience not just their age! We between parent and focuses on student environments, one but two new understand that child and create interaction, confidence, water recycling, countries! As well as tech is the language unforgettable teamwork and public green energy and choosing the content of the future so it’s memories. speaking. Lessons will waste management, of your choice for the great for students to be interactive, task to name but a few. Singapore programme be exposed to this based and use Tackling the world’s we offer the chance from an early age, multimedia to make environmental issues to go on a day trip getting them ahead sure students are is going to become to Johor Bahru in of the curve. engaged and come increasingly Malaysia too. This away feeling confident important over the gives students the in their English coming years and opportunity to speaking ability. By we want our experience the end of the course students to be at Malaysian cooking, students will perform the forefront of these dancing, culture a speech in English in future developments. and much more! front of their peers. This course gets students ready for a future of social interaction and leadership, giving them the skills to thrive as 68 they move through life. 69 SINGAPORE EXCURSIONS AND ACTIVITIES Famous Cultural landmarks appreciation Singapore has many iconic Singapore is a melting pot of landmarks for students to experience different cultures. Students can with their own eyes including the visit Chinatown, Arab Street and Merlion Park, Marina Bay Sands Little India to experience the food, and Gardens by the bay. shopping and atmosphere of these vastly unique areas. Students also take part in a Singapore culture Educational workshop so they can understand visits the importance of cultural appreciation in Singapore and For excursions with a more try their hand at batik painting. academic focus students explore the National University of Singapore, Singapore Science Centre, National Fun-filled Museum and have the opportunity excursions to interact in our local student exchanges. These exchanges offer There are many exciting, the chance to speak with locals, adventurous places for students practice English with native to experience including Universal speakers and learn about the Studios, Adventure Cove Water country from people who live there. Park, Singapore Zoo and optional Johor Bahru (Malaysia) day trip. Sports & Stimulating activities evening

There is never a dull moment at activities camp with our fun filled activities including sports day, shopping trips Evenings are also filled with to Orchard road, scavenger hunt activities for students to make games, BBQ dinner party on the sure they are getting the most beach & Race Against Time out of their camp experience. Activities include quiz night, games night, movie night, team-building exercises and even basic first aid skills!

70 71 PUBLIC SPEAKING & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME Public speaking & leadership are two skills which are relevant not only in English but in every language around the world. If you can master these skills then it will open up many more opportunities for students to experience in the future.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS EXCURSIONS • 15 hours of interactive classes per week with • Learn about local cultures via varied excursions. fun and engaging teachers. Students also participate in cultural workshops FOCUS and exchange programmes with local • Focus on communicative English and improving students* students’ confidence in speaking ATTRACTIONS PRIZES • Visit the infamous Gardens by the Bay and • Compete for top Public Speaking and Talent Merlion two of Singapore’s most iconic attractions Show prizes at Grand Finale Night. REPORTS PLACEMENT TEST • Personalised attention to students with daily • Placement test given on the first day to ensure journals and individual academic reports after the students are in the correct class programme is finished. EXPERIENCE • University and boarding school full-board accommodation, giving students a study- abroad experience all year round

*Subject to availability and season 70 71 SINGAPORE PUBLIC SPEAKING 20 & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 22DAY 7 ARRIVAL CHANGI BREAKFAST AIRPORT PUBLIC WEEK 1 Jewel at Changi PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON Airport SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON Knowing and Discover the Introduction Persuasive Speaking Styles & Using Facts and Engaging your nature-themed to Public Speaking Language Humour Statistics

MORNING entertainment Audience and retail complex on the landside LUNCH LUNCH of Changi Airport, UNIVERSAL Singapore STUDIOS CITY TOUR/ MERLION SINGAPORE Linked to three PARK /GARDENS BY CULTURE Asia’s premier SPORT ACTIVITIES/ of its passenger THE BAY / MARINA SINGAPORE WORKSHOP NATIONAL theme park. TEAM BUILDING terminals, the BAY SANDS SCIENCE UNIVERSITY OF Fun rides: ACTIVITIES centrepiece is CENTRE Learn about SINGAPORE rollercoasters, the world’s tallest Taking photos with Singapore’s diverse boat rides Football Penalty indoor waterfall, the Merlion, visit to Nurture students’ races, religions, Amazing Race style and more Shoot-Out Form named the Rain futuristic Gardens love for science festivals and foods challenges/ team teams and Vortex, which is by the Bay with the through practical among others competition and participate in surrounded by a Super Trees, experiments and fun tour of University led football relays terraced forest a nature park in the exhibits at the Students also try by local Singapore and a penalty setting heart of the city with national Science batik painting, a students shoot-out AFTERNOON two of the largest Centre local art native challenge. *Jewel excursion greenhouses in the to Singapore and will depend on world Malay culture flight timings*

DINNER

Welcome to Camp: Life Skills for Future Roommates Spectra Light Show Leaders: Welcome Party / BBQ Dinner Party In Assignment, Issuing at Game Night Free & Easy Basic First Movie Night The Park of Camp Items, Marina Bay Aid Skills Orientation, Camp EVENING ManagerBriefing

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

PUBLIC PUBLIC WEEK 2 PUBLIC PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON SPEAKING LESSON CHECKOUT Talk Like A Local: Course Review Personality & Body Visual Aids & Idioms, Similes & Debates & In-Class Language Reliable Sources

MORNING Hyperbole Competition

ADVENTURE COVE WATER LUNCH PARK SHOPPING AT OR- DEPART FOR CHARD ROAD CHANGI AIRPORT Water slides, wave pools and the SINGAPORE ZOO VISIT TO SENTOSA Asia’s most Jewel at Changi chance to snorkel CITY CHALLENGE & SKYLINE LUGE important shopping Airport with fish FOR FUTURE Visit to Asia’s VISIT TO LEADERS: street. Time to buy Discover the best zoo, with LITTLE INDIA / Enjoy afternoon of souvenirs for friends nature-themed Orangutans ARAB STREET / RACE AGAINST TIME fun with your friends and family entertainment swinging above CHINA TOWN and feel the cool your head and white wind in your hair OR VIVOCITY and retail complex on the landside tigers leaping at Experience In teams, explore as you zoom down AT HARBOUFRONT of Changi Airport, feeding time the Indian, Malay & different parts of the tracks

AFTERNOON Singapore Chinese the city while Shop at Singapore’s Singaporean culture, completing task largest shopping Linked to three religious sites and along the way mall of its passenger buy souvenirs for terminals, the DINNER loved ones Some of the DINNER centrepiece is the Checkpoints world’s tallest indoor *Students will be include: waterfall, named the takento festival Finale Night Rain Vortex, which celebrations if on Raffles PlaceClarke is surrounded by at the time Quay Lau Pa Sat Public Speaking & Public a terraced forest Free & Easy Quiz Night Tiong Bahru Talent Show Inde- Speaking Contest & setting Playground pendent Practice Talent Show; Certifi- cates Ceremony;

EVENING *Jewel excursion Camp Awards will depend on flight timings*

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion 72 73 72 73 GREEN TECHNOLOGY

(BESPOKEPROGRAMME PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY)

Singapore has been at the forefront of research into environmental regulation, environmental technologies and sustainability for over 40 years. This is why Singapore is the perfect place for students to come and learn about how the development of green technology impacts the environment, helps climate changes and can help create a more sustainable planet.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE GREEN TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS system, creating solar panels out of pizza boxes • 15 hours of class time per week and many more! TEACHERS EXCURSIONS • Teachers with backgrounds in the field of Sci- • Excursion to a Hi-Tech farm shows students’ ence education first-hand how food is grown in an urban EDUCATION environment in an interactive and hands on • Educating students in multiple areas of green tour given by professionals in the business technology such as renewable energies, water GROUP PROJECT recycling, urban farming, waste management, • Throughout the course students work on a biodiversity and cities of the future group project focusing on ‘Cities of the Future’. LEARNING They must create their own 3D city using • Mixture of classroom-based learning and recycled materials and give a presentation hands on activities and experiments to create to the class about what they have created. an engaging environment for students This encourages them to practice their EXPERIMENTS English presentation skills as well as consolidate • Experiments include making wind powered the knowledge they have acquired during cars, planting seeds, hand made water filtration the course.

74 75 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

ARRIVAL CHANGI BREAKFAST AIRPORT

Jewel at Changi GREEN TECHNOLOGY GREEN TECHNOLOGY Airport GREEN TECHNOLOGY GREEN TECHNOLOGY GREEN TECHNOLOGY GREEN TECHNOLOGY LESSON LESSON LESSON LESSON LESSON Discover the Why Study nature-themed Food of the Future The Story of Trash Renewable Energy Biodiversity Greentech entertainment and

MORNING retail complex on the landside of Changi Airport, LUNCH LUNCH Singapore UNIVERSAL STUDIOS CITY TOUR / WEEK 1 Linked to three SINGAPORE CULTURE MERLION PARK / South East Asia’s of its passenger WORKSHOP GARDENS BY THE premier theme park. terminals, the NATIONAL SINGAPORE BAY / MARINA BAY Fun rides: centrepiece is UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE CENTRE Learn about SANDS rollercoasters, the world’s tallest SINGAPORE boat rides and more HI-TECH VERTICAL Singapore’s diverse indoor waterfall, Nurture students’ FARM races, religions, Taking photos with named the Rain Amazing Race style love for science festivals and foods the Merlion, visit to Vortex, which is challenges/ team through practical Explore the among others futuristic Gardens by surrounded by a competition and tour experiments and farming practices of the Bay with the terraced forest of University led by fun exhibits at the the future Students also try Super Trees, a nature setting local Singapore national Science batik painting, a park in the heart of students Centre local art native to the city with two of *Jewel excursion Singapore and the largest green- AFTERNOON will depend on Malay culture houses in the world flight timings*

DINNER

Welcome to Camp:

Roommates Spectra Light Welcome Party / BBQ Dinner Party In Future Life Skills: Assignment, Issuing Show at Game Night Free & Easy Movie Night The Park Basic First Aid of Camp Items, Marina Bay Orientation, Camp Manager Briefing EVENING

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST

WEEK 2 GREEN TECHNOLOGY GREEN TECHNOLOGY LESSON LESSON GREEN TECHNOLOGY GREEN TECHNOLOGY GREEN TECHNOLOGY LESSON LESSON LESSON Cities of the Future Cities of the Future CHECKOUT Group project: 2.0 Group project: Water Eco-Innovations Smart Cities “Design Your “Design Your Smart Cities” Smart Cities” MORNING

ADVENTURE COVE LUNCH WATER PARK SHOPPING AT Water slides, wave DEPART FOR NEWATER WATER ORCHARD ROAD pools and the CHANGI TREATMENT PLANT chance to snorkel AIRPORT OR SUSTAINABLE VISIT TO SENTOSA & Asia’s most with fish SINGAPORE ZOO SINGAPORE GALLERY SKYLINE LUGE important shopping Jewel at street. Time to buy Visit to Asia’s best VISIT TO Changi Airport Enjoy 2.6kilometres souvenirs for friends zoo, with Orangutans LITTLE INDIA / Guided tour of of fun with your loved and family swinging above ARAB STREET / Discover the Singapore’s famous ones and feel the your head and white CHINA TOWN nature-themed high-technology cool wind in your hair OR VIVOCITY tigers leaping at entertainment and water treatment/ as you zoom down AT HARBOUFRONT feeding time Experience retail complex on the environment the tracks the Indian, Malay landside of Changi sustainability Shop at Singapore’s & Chinese Airport, Singapore facilities largest shopping AFTERNOON Singaporean mall culture, religious Linked to three of its sites and buy passenger terminals, souvenirs for the centrepiece is DINNER loved ones DINNER the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, *Students will be named the Rain taken to festival Finale Night Vortex, which is

celebrations if on BlueSky’s Group surrounded by a “Design Your Smart at the time Project “Design terraced forest Team Relay Games City” Presentation Free & Easy Quiz Night Your Smart City” setting Competition/ Presentation BlueSky’s Got Preparation *Jewel excursion Talent/Presentation will depend on flight

EVENING of Certificates” timings*

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion 74 75 (BESPOKEROBOTICS PROGRAMME - GROUP PROGRAMME ONLY)

Robots are changing the world and Singapore is driving the revolution. As our global society becomes more and more mechanised, there will be an increasingly large demand for people who are skilled in robotics. This course is designed to introduce to the world of coding and robotics, hopefully inspiring them to pursue this line of study in the years to come.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ROBOTICS PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

HOURS IN-CLASS • 15 hours of class time per week • Mini-competitions FUN & CODING ALL LEVELS • Fun & hands-on coding practice and exercises • Difficulty level can be tailored to the knowledge DIFFERENT PLATFORMS of the group • We use different types of robots including FOR WHO? mBots, microchip and raspberry, Lego Ev3 • The course is perfect for students interested in Mindstorm and Python depending on the STEM fields, so whether you dream of becoming groups level a coder at Google or an Aerospace Technician LEARNING at Boeing, your robotics path starts with BlueSky • Each student pair has their own laptop and in Singapore robot in order to make sure each student has as much hands-on experience as possible PROGRAMMING • Program robots to do simple and fun tasks such as moving in circles, keeping game scores etc

76 77 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

ARRIVAL CHANGI BREAKFAST AIRPORT

WEEK 1 ROBOTICS CLASS Jewel at Changi ROBOTICS CLASS ROBOTICS CLASS ROBOTICS CLASS ROBOTICS CLASS Airport Artist Robots: Introduction to Introduction to ROBOTICS PROGRAMME Programming Principles of Modular Sensing Discover the Robotics & Robotics & Robots toCreate Remote & the Bumper nature-themed Programming Programming Shapes and Controlled Robots Car Robot entertainment and Part I Part II Patterns

MORNING retail complex on the landside of Changi Airport, LUNCH LUNCH Singapore UNIVERSAL STUDIOS CITY TOUR / Linked to three South East Asia’s SINGAPORE MERLION PARK / of its passenger premier theme SPORT ACTIVITIES/ CULTURE GARDENS BY THE SINGAPORE terminals, the NATIONAL park. Fun rides: TEAM BUILDING WORKSHOP BAY / MARINA BAY SCIENCE CENTRE centrepiece is UNIVERSITY OF rollercoasters, ACTIVITIES SANDS the world’s tallest SINGAPORE boat rides Learn about Nurture students’ indoor waterfall, and more Students learn Singapore’s diverse Taking photos with love for science named the Rain Amazing Race style how to use team races, religions, the Merlion, visit to through Vortex, which is challenges/ team work and festivals and foods futuristic Gardens by practical surrounded by a competition and tour communication among others the Bay with the experiments and fun terraced forest of University led by skills to succeed in Super Trees, a nature exhibits setting local Singapore team based Students also try park in the heart of at the national Sci- students challenges batik painting, the city with two of ence Centre *Jewel excursion and sports a local craft the largest green- AFTERNOON will depend on to the area houses in the world flight timings*

DINNER

Roommates Assignment / Issuing Spectra Light BBQ Dinner of Camp Items / Welcome Party / Future Life Skills: Show at Game Night Free & Easy Party In Orientation / Camp Movie Night Basic First Aid Marina Bay The Park Manager Breifing EVENING

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST WEEK 2 ROBOTICS CLASS ROBOTICS CLASS ROBOTICS CLASS ROBOTICS CLASS ROBOTICS CLASS Programming a Programming a Programming a CHECKOUT Robot Mission Robot Mission Line Sensing Robot Line Sensing Robot Line Sensing Robot Challenge Challenge Part I Part II Part III MORNING

ADVENTURE COVE LUNCH WATER PARK SHOPPING AT Water slides, wave DEPART FOR ORCHARD ROAD pools and the CHANGI chance to snorkel AIRPORT SINGAPORE ZOO VISIT TO SENTOSA & Asia’s most with fish ARTSCIENCE SKYLINE LUGE important shopping MUSEUM Jewel at Visit to Asia’s street. Time to buy Changi Airport best zoo, with Enjoy 2.6 kilometres souvenirs for friends Discover screativity Orangutans of fun with your and family at its best – through Discover the swinging above VISIT TO loved ones and feel art, science, design, nature-themed your head and LITTLE INDIA / the cool wind in your OR VIVOCITY media, architecture entertainment and white tigers leaping ARAB STREET / hair as you zoom AT HARBOUFRONT and technology retail complex on the at feeding time CHINA TOWN down the tracks landside of Changi Shop at Singapore’s Airport, Singapore Experience the largest shopping AFTERNOON Indian, Malay & mall Linked to three of its Chinese passenger terminals, Singaporean the centrepiece is culture, religious DINNER DINNER the world’s tallest sites and buy indoor waterfall, souvenirs for named the Rain loved ones Finale Night Vortex, which is BlueSky’s Group BlueSky’s Got Talent/ surrounded by a Project “Design Robotics Final terraced forest Team Relay Games Free & Easy Quiz Night Your Smart City” Presentation setting Presentation Competition/Group Preparation Presentation & *Jewel excursion Presentation of will depend on EVENING Certificates flight timings*

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. 76 Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion 77 SINGAPORE-MALAYSIA CULTURAL EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME (BESPOKE PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY)

If going to Singapore isn’t enough for your group then why not also go to Johor Bahru in Malaysia to make it a multi-country programme? From Singapore to Malaysia it only takes around 1 hour by coach - this hour is short in time but the difference in cultural experience on offer for students is large. This programme allows students to experience two countries and cultures within one trip. KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MULTI-COUNTRY PROGRAMMES INCLUDE:

VARIETY OF LESSONS LEGOLAND • Choice of any content from our Singapore • Depending on the age of the students there programmes is also an opportunity to go to Legoland. BONUS GROUPS • Students can experience all of the benefits of • Our pre-designed schedule includes a two our Singapore programme with an added days to Johor Bahru however a longer bonus included. duration in Malaysia is possible subject to MORE CULTURE minimum group size. • During their excursion to Malaysia they will have the opportunity to learn about Malay culture, try Malaysian cooking, traditional dancing, have a city tour and also go shopping.

78 79 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

ARRIVAL CHANGI BREAKFAST AIRPORT

WEEK 1 Jewel at Changi PUBLIC SPEAKING PUBLIC SPEAKING SINGAPORE-MALAYSIA PUBLIC SPEAKING PUBLIC SPEAKING Airport LESSON LESSON DEPART TO JOHOR LESSON LESSON BAHRU, MALAYSIA Discover the Introduction Knowing and Persuasive Speaking Styles nature-themed to Public Engaging your Check In Language & Humour CULTURAL EXPERIENCE entertainment and Speaking Audience

MORNING retail complex on the landside of Changi Airport, LUNCH LUNCH Singapore CITY TOUR / UNIVERSAL STUDIOS Linked to three MERLION PARK / CITY TOUR of its passenger GARDENS BY THE Asia’s premier SPORT ACTIVITIES/ terminals, the NATIONAL BAY / MARINA BAY SINGAPORE theme park. Fun TEAM BUILDING Sultan Ibrahim centrepiece is UNIVERSITY OF SANDS SCIENCE CENTRE rides: rollercoasters, ACTIVITIES Building/ Istana the world’s tallest SINGAPORE boat rides and more Bukit Serene/ indoor waterfall, Taking photos Nurture students’ Football Penalty Old Chinese named the Amazing Race style with the Merlion, visit love for science Shoot-Out Form Temple / Rain Vortex, which challenges/ team to futuristic Gardens through practical teams and Arulmigu Sri is surrounded by a competition and tour by the Bay with the experiments and participate in Rajakaliamman terraced forest of University led by Super Trees, a nature fun exhibits at the football relays setting local Singapore park in the heart of national Science and a penalty Students get to students the city with two Centre shoot-out go across the border *Jewel excursion of the largest challenge. to visit Johor Bahru AFTERNOON will depend on greenhouses flight timings* in the world

DINNER

Roommates Assignment / Issuing of Camp Spectra Light Shopping Welcome Party / BBQ Dinner Party Items / Orientation Show at Game Night Free & Easy at Paradigm Movie Night In The Park / Camp Manager Marina Bay Mall JB Breifing EVENING

TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST MALAYSIA

WEEK 2 KAMPONG PUBLIC SPEAKING PUBLIC SPEAKING CULTURE VILLAGE PUBLIC SPEAKING PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSON LESSON LESSON LESSON Students get to CHECKOUT Talk Like A Local: Course Review & widen their horizon Using Facts & Personality & Body Idioms, Similes & Debates In-Class and experience Statistics Language Hyperbole Competition what it is like to MORNING live in this village by taking part in different LUNCH activities SHOPPING AT DEPART FOR Students will take ORCHARD ROAD CHANGI part in some AIRPORT but not all of the VISIT TO SENTOSA Asia’s most SINGAPORE ZOO following: CITY & SKYLINE LUGE important shopping Jewel at CHALLENGE FOR street. Time to buy Visit to Asia’s best Changi Airport Traditional Curry FUTURE LEADERS: Enjoy afternoon of souvenirs for friends zoo, with Orangutans & Roti Canai fun with your friends and family swinging above Discover the cooking class VISIT TO RACE AGAINST TIME and feel the cool your head and white nature-themed Batik Painting LITTLE INDIA / wind in your hair as OR VIVOCITY tigers leaping at entertainment and Traditional Malay ARAB STREET / you zoom down the AT HARBOUFRONT feeding time retail complex on the Dance Pewter CHINA TOWN In teams, tracks landside of Changi Making explore different Shop at Singapore’s Airport, Singapore Rubber Tapping Experience the parts of the city largest shopping AFTERNOON Indian, Malay & while completing mall Linked to three of its Chinese task along the way passenger terminals, Singaporean the centrepiece is culture, religious Some of the DINNER DINNER the world’s tallest sites and buy Checkpoints include: indoor waterfall, souvenirs for named the Rain loved ones Raffles Place Finale Night Vortex, which is Clarke Quay surrounded by a Lau Pa Sat Public Speaking & BlueSky’s Got Talent/ terraced forest Tiong Bahru DEPART TO Talent Show Public Speaking setting Quiz Night Playground SINGAPORE Independent Competition/ Group Practice Presentation & *Jewel excursion Presentation of will depend on flight

EVENING Certificates timings*

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. 78 Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion 79 PARENT-CHILD

(BESPOKEPROGRAMME PROGRAMME - GROUP ONLY)

For students too young to attend our main programmes we offer the opportunity for parents to accompany their child in a course which helps improve family bonding as well as English.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PARENT-CHILD PROGRAMME INCLUDE:

PREPARATION EXCURSIONS • Give students the best chance of success by • Afternoon excursions and workshops preparing them for future study in Singapore encourage bonding and shared experiences – a city which boasts a fantastic education between parents and children system for young learners ACCOMMODATION FOR PARENTS • We are lucky to partner with fantastic • Parents will be introduced to Singapore’s accommodation providers. Each family will modern teaching philosophy so that they may reside in one of the following family-friendly make the best decisions for their child. resorts such as D’Resort, Changi Cove, Genting CHILDREN Hotel or Hotel Boss, among others. Hotel options • Children will benefit from an exciting and varied are also available. range of educational activities which includes LIMITS reading, sports, art, science and music. • Min student age: 6 year old OFFERS • For parents, the course offers a series of enrichment workshops exploring Singapore’s culture, education system, investments, and parenting

80 81 TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7

BREAKFAST PARENT-CHILD Child: Choice Child: Choice of WEEK 1 of course for Child: Choice of course for the week: Singapore Culture the week: course for the week: Workshop: Batik Robotics/Green- Robotics/ Art Painting Robotics/ tech/ Intensitve Greentech/ Workshop Greentech/ CHECKOUT English or Intensitve Intensitve Public Speaking English or Public Parent & Child English or Public Speaking bonding session Speaking Parent: Free & Easy MORNING Parent: Free & Easy Parent: Free & Easy

LUNCH LUNCH

ADVENTURE COVE FAMILY WATER PARK Singapore Universal Studio Water slides, wave FAMILY pools and the SHOPPING AT South East Asia’s DEPART FOR chance City Tour/ ORCHARD ROAD premier Theme Park. CHANGI to snorkel with fish Merlion Park / FAMILY FAMILY Fun rides: roller- AIRPORT Gardens by the Bay / coasters, boat rides Asia’s most Marina Bay Sands Art Science Singapore Zoo important shopping and more Jewel at Musuem street. Time to buy Changi Airport Taking photos Asia’s best zoo, souvenirs for friends with the Merlion, A place for kids with Organgutans and family Discover the visit to futuristic and parents to swinging above nature-themed Gardens by the Bay freely express your head and OR VIVOCITY entertainment and with the Super Trees, themselves and White Tigers AT HARBOUFRONT retail complex on the a nature park in the develop interest leaping at landside of Changi heart of the city with in the arts feeding time Shop at Singapore’s Airport, Singapore two of the largest largest shopping AFTERNOON greenhouses in the mall Linked to three of its world passenger terminals, the centrepiece is the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, named the Rain Vortex, which is surrounded by a terraced forest DINNER setting *Jewel excursion will depend on flight timings* FAMILY FAMILY FAMILY FAMILY Free & Easy Check in to Hotel Spectra Light Show at Free Time Free Time Free Time Marina Bay EVENING

*Final itinerary could be subject to minor changes. Curriculum can be adjusted to suit students’ age and English level at BlueSky’s discretion

80 81 RACE AGAINST TIME SINGAPORE PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHT

What is Race Against Time? It is a leadership-based activity and city excursion that combines many of the skills that students will learn during their time at BlueSky. These include teamwork, logic, intuition, following instructions, confidence and speaking English.

WHAT WILL HAPPEN?

• Students are split into groups and each group has to

complete a series of tasks across the city of Singapore.

They are taught how to use the public transport and

local currency and have to make their way to different

points around the city to complete each task and win

points.

• Examples of tasks would be asking members of the

public a set of questions in English, creating a vlog

about the place they are in, buying an item in the shop

for $5 and trying to sell it for more money etc.

• This activity gives students the freedom to explore the

city at their own pace and discover all the different

neighbourhoods and diverse cultures that Singapore

has to offer

• All groups are accompanied by an adult for safety but

the adults do not help them

• Check-points include: Tiong Bahru, Raffles Place,

Chinatown, Lau Pa Sat hawker centre and many more

82 83 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE STUDENT HOSTELS SINGAPORE Experience the life of a student at Asia’s No.1 university

NUS is consistently ranked as one of Asia’s top universities in various league tables such as the QS World University Rankings and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. NUS’s main campus is located in South-West Singapore, adjacent to Kent Ridge, with an area of 150 hectares.

SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM CCTV monitors 20 minutes from Subway: Kent Ridge Outdoor sports Single and twin rooms Singapore Changi complex, track & field, (non-air conditioned). Airport multi-purpose hall Shared bathroom.

CANTEEN WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE HOSPITAL CLASSROOM On campus Wi-Fi access On-site, coin-operated National University On-site modern food courts and laundry service. Hospital, on-campus classrooms eateries

LOCATION

21 LOWER KENT RIDGE ROAD, SINGAPORE 119077 Nearest supermarkets: on campus convenience stores

82 83 HWA CHONG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SINGAPORE One of the largest and finest international school campuses in South East Asia.

Considered by many to be the best high school in Singapore, Hwa Chong has been a top feeder school for international students to the world’s leading universities, especially Oxford University. The school is a member of Strategic Alliance of Global Educators and Strategic Education Alliance of Southeast Asia. The boarding school began its operations in 2002, and was officially opened in 2003 by then deputy prime minister Mr. Lee Hsein Loong.

SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM 24/7 gated 30 minutes from Subway: Sixth Outdoor sports Double or quad shared security, CCTV Singapore Avenue, Tan complex, track & field rooms, air conditioned monitors Changi Airport Kah Kee area, multi-purpose hall and non-air conditioned. Shared bathrooms

CANTEEN WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE HOSPITAL CLASSROOM Dining hall Wi-Fi access Self-service coin National University On-site modern operated laundry Hospital, 10 minutes’ classrooms facility drive LOCATION 673 BUKIT TIMAH ROAD, SINGAPORE 269735 Nearest supermarkets: 5 minutes’ to a convenience store and 15 minutes’ to a full-sized supermarket

84 85 NANYANG HIGH SCHOOL BOARDING SCHOOL SINGAPORE A beautiful boarding school located in a peaceful and premier residential district in Singapore

Considered by many to be the most desired high school for high-achieving girls in Singapore, Nanyang Girls’ Boarding School has been providing boarders with a home away from home since 2002. For BlueSky groups, both male and female students are allowed to stay.

SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM 24/7 gated 30 minutes from Subway: Sixth Basketball courts, Double, triple and quad rooms, security, CCTV Singapore Avenue, Tan track & field area, air conditioned and non-air monitors Changi Airport Kah Kee multi-purpose hall conditioned. Ensuite bathrooms.

CANTEEN WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE HOSPITAL CLASSROOM Dining halls Wi-Fi access Self-service coin National University On-site modern operated laundry Hospital, 10 minutes’ classrooms facility drive LOCATION

21 LINDEN DRIVE, SINGAPORE 288735 Nearest supermarkets: 5 minutes’ walk to a convenience store and 15 minutes’ walk to a full-sized supermarket

84 85 DUNMAN HIGH SCHOOL HOSTEL SINGAPORE A student residential complex situated near the heart of Singapore

One of the oldest high schools in Singapore, complete with modern facilities and situated in the centre of Singapore with easy access to the city and various tourist sites. Dunman High School (DHS) is one of the leading co-educational high schools in Singapore in terms of academic results, and one of the largest government schools in Singapore in terms of physical area.

SECURITY AIRPORT TRANSFER PUBLIC TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM 24/7 gated 20 minutes from Subway: Outdoor sports Twin shared rooms, air security, CCTV Singapore Mountbatten complex, multi- conditioned and non-air monitors Changi Airport purpose hall, study hall conditioned available. Ensuite bathrooms

CANTEEN WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE HOSPITAL CLASSROOM Dining hall Wi-Fi access Self-service Raffles Hospital, 15 On-site modern coin-operated laundry minutes’ drive classrooms facility LOCATION 61 KAMPONG ARANG ROAD, SINGAPORE 438181 Nearest supermarkets: 10 minutes’ walk to a full-sized supermarket

86 87 D’RESORT HOTEL SINGAPORE D’Resort is one of Singapore’s first nature inspired resorts, nestled in the lush greenery of Pasir Ris Park with Pasir Ris Beach and a mangrove swamp right at its doorstep. Located right next to it is DownTown East, boasting endless entertainment options with its bowling alleys, cinemas, water park, shopping and F&B outlets.

AIRPORT TRANSFER TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM Located 10 minutes Subway: Pasir Ris Garden, Urban Farming, Kayaking to Twin rooms with air- away from Changi Singapore’s first floating Halal Kelong conditioning and International Airport Restaurant, Cycling, Art Jamming en-suite bathrooms (advance booking required) WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE HOSPITAL Wi-Fi access Free ironing board Changi General Hospital, provided and laundry 15 minute drive services available LOCATION

1 PASIR RIS CL, SINGAPORE 519599 Located within Pasir Ris Park, 7 minutes walk to Wild Wild Wet Water Park, 2 minute walk to DownTown East with a variety of supermarkets, convenience stores, retail stores, F&B outlets and entertainment options.

86 87 CHANGI COVE HOTEL SINGAPORE Located away from the city, GardenPlace @ Changi Cove is a 112 room hotel offering guests a peaceful and comfortable environment to rest and recharge, with Changi Beach and Changi Village in its vicinity.

AIRPORT TRANSFER TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM Located 10 minutes Subway: Nespresso Machines, smart TV, iron Twin Room with air- away from Changi Pasir Ris, Tampines and ironing board in each room conditioning and International Airport en-suite bathroom

WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE HOSPITAL Wi-Fi access Free ironing board Changi General Hospital, provided and laundry 15 minute drive services available LOCATION

351 CRANWELL RD, SINGAPORE 509866 5 min drive to Changi Beach Park and Changi Village Hawker Centre, 2 min drive to Changi Boardwalk

88 89 GENTING HOTEL SINGAPORE Situated along Singapore’s western highway connecting to Resorts World Sentosa, Genting Hotel Jurong was designed as a “hotel in a garden” where guests can look forward to a relaxing stay amid extensive landscaping and greenery, roof gardens and sky terraces on top of the contemporary rooms with clean-line furnishing.

AIRPORT TRANSFER TRANSPORT FACILITIES 40 min drive from Subway: Outdoor swimming pool, gym, self-service launderette room with dryer and Changi International Jurong East ironing facility vending machines for drinks and snacks, massage chairs, Airport 24-hour free shuttle service to Resorts World Sentosa (for foreigners)

ROOM WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE HOSPITAL Twin room with air- Wi-Fi access Self-service launderette room Ng Teng Fong Hospital, conditioning and with dryer and ironing facility 15 minute drive en-suite bathroom available

LOCATION

2 TOWN HALL LINK, SINGAPORE 608516 10 min drive from Jurong East MRT, 4 min walk to JCube Mall with abundance of supermarkets, retail stores, F&B outlets and a cinema

88 89 HOTEL BOSS SINGAPORE Located in the city centre and nestled between Singapore’s two eclectic cultural enclaves, Kampong Glam and Little India, Hotel Boss is within walking distance to exploring Singapore’s historical and cultural heritage. Guests can also find good bargains, high end shopping, art galleries and quirky local boutiques at Haji Lane, Halal and non-Halal artisan cafes or fine dining, in and out of the hotel.

AIRPORT TRANSFER TRANSPORT FACILITIES ROOM 20 min drive from Subway: Outdoor swimming pool, gym, sky Twin Room with air- Changi International Lavender terrace, internet stations, playground, conditioning and Airport shopping alley and F&B, Laundromat en-suite bathroom

WI-FI LAUNDRY SERVICE HOSPITAL Wi-Fi access Self-service launderette room with dryer and Raffles Hospital, 3 minute drive ironing facility available

LOCATION

500 JALAN SULTAN, SINGAPORE 199020 6 minute walk to Lavender MRT station, 6 minute walk to Malay Heritage Centre, 9minute walk to Bugis MRT station, 7 minute walk to iconic Sultan Mosque, 9 minute walk to Mustafa Centre, 10 minute walk to Haji Lane

90 91 SINGAPORE TESTIMONIALS Thanks for your and your colleagues’ My English class is very fun, I learnt a lot support, dedication and kindness to my there. My favourite part of the programme daughter.We really appreciate that. is when we went to attractions in Thanks especially to Dan [Centre Singapore, they are all very amazing and Manager] who has spent significant very fun. My teacher’s name is Rodney. time and effort dealing with my He is very kind, very funny and he speaks daughter on site. English very well. I learnt a lot from him. I learnt how to become more confident PARENT, JAPAN when I stand in front of a lot of people and Singapore Public Speaking Programme how to use my body language better and how to describe things more clearly. I feel This programme has been quite my public speaking has improved. interesting, especially for the possibility Singapore is a nice country, very clean, to see Singapore which was a city I have people are friendly and very beautiful, I never been to and is quite diverse and full love it. On the first day I am not really of amazing architectural buildings and close to anyone but in the tour I made constructions. Lessons have been quite a lot of friends. They want to play with interesting. It is interesting to meet people me and it was fun. from such different backgrounds and from the real world. After this programme I feel PARENT, JAPAN a bit more aware of the working Singapore Public Speaking Programme environment and maybe where I’m going to work. People have been very open and interested to tell you their experience. We have been very happy with the way that the teacher engaged with STUDENT, ITALY our students and got them excited Singapore Bespoke Programme and interested in the environment. The students really enjoyed the It’s great that students are engaging in experiments they did each day, I coding and Robotics. This programme think this really helped them is a great way to introduce students understand the concept of green to the future of technology and inspire technology better. them to get involved in a hands on and fun way. GROUP LEADER, CHINA

TEACHER, VIETNAM Green Technology Programme Robotics Programme

90 91 SAFETY AND WELFARE The safety of our staff and students is our highest concern, and numerous procedures are in place to ensure students are happy and healthy.

STAFF RECRUITMENT Staff undergo a strict recruitment procedure, including multiple interviews, reference and qualification checks, and police background checks (DBS checks in the UK).

STAFF TRAINING Staff training and induction is thorough, covering (but not limited to) first aid, safeguarding training and site-specific health and safety training.

STUDENT INDUCTION During student inductions, rules for on-site living and off-site trips are given to ensure student safety at the beginning of the course and then again before every excursion.

ACCOMMODATION GUIDELINES A member of first-aid trained staff is on-site at all times. Accommodation and classrooms have CCTV in operation. Security staff are on duty 24 hours a day.

EXCURSIONS During excursions, students are adequately supervised by BlueSky Education staff with strict staff to student ratios observed. A first-aid kit is taken on every excursion, and students are briefed before each trip of any location-specific dangers or irregularities.

POLICIES Recruitment, safeguarding and health and safety policies, and risk assessments are available on the BlueSky Education website.

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