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Interstudies School Select Programme 2016/17 InterStudies School Select Programme 2016/17 Introduction The School Select Programme allows students to choose which school in either England or Ireland they would like to be placed in. Having decided on their programme country, students should select 3 schools from the InterStudies School Select list, in order of preference. Students will be placed (according to availability) in one of their selected choices from the school list. Although every care is taken in order to fulfil the student’s request, please note that schools may run out of places, particularly in case of a late application, so the choice cannot be guaranteed. In the unlikely event of all 3 schools requested being full, the student will be offered the choice of a different school from the above list or a place on the regular InterStudies programme. Included in the programme School placement Host family accommodation (full‐board) Optional accommodation during school holidays (excluding the summer break) local support 24 hour emergency line Airport pick‐up and drop‐off (at beginning and end of stay only) Orientation Meeting after arrival Progress reports Optional tours Students cannot take time off during school time, but will be allowed to return home during school holidays, providing they supply a signed Travel Release form in advance. Application Criteria Students must apply for a full academic year. Applicants must have strong academic ability –A grade results are expected, with the odd B being acceptable. Applicants must be aged 16 to 18 at the start of the academic year (1st September). They must also have a high level of English and demonstrate good health, mentally as well as physically. Application deadline: 1st May. InterStudies • 15 Annandale Street • Edinburgh EH7 4AW • United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1223 430130 • Fax +44 (0) 1223 430131 • [email protected] • www.interstudies.org.uk Company No.: 4624605 • Bank: The Royal Bank of Scotland InterStudies School Select England Bedfordshire Bedford Academy Bedford Academy has recently expanded and moved into its new state of the art facility. The Academy offers a high level of education with wide range of subjects and particular strengths in STEM (Science, technology, engineering and maths). The academy aims to provide an inspiring and safe learning environment that combines with countless enrichment activities to help young people achieve their full potential. Size: 743 pupils / Sixth Form: 142 Type: Mixed (Co Ed) Bristol Downend School Situated in the historic city of Bristol the school provides a nurturing yet academically challenging environment for its students to not only learn in, but also to develop themselves as young people. This is achieved through its focus on academic achievement, combined with many opportunities to take part in the local community. All of this means that Downend School helps to prepare students for the challenges that lay ahead, in whatever path they choose to take. Size: 1371 pupils, Sixth Form: 174 Type: Mixed (Co‐Ed) Bristol Hanham Woods Academy Hanham Woods Academy has a successful and expanding Sixth Form with exciting programme of enrichment and extra‐curricular activities. The college is basedintheUK’s8thmostpopularcityofBristol‐ a popular student location rich in history. Facilities at the Hanham Woods include excellent ICT provision, a Performance Hall, aStudio, a Com2munity Dance Hall, a Technology Block, a £2.5m Sports Hall and upgraded post 16 Centre. Size: 1100 pupils, Sixth Form 160 Type: Mixed (Co Ed) Devon Newton Abbot College Newton Abbott College is based in England’s beautiful South West of the country, 17 miles south of Exeter. Newton Abbott is a classic English market town, with an old fashioned feel but also with modern shops and facilities. The college prides itself in offering students the courses they want to study in a College with a great reputation for supporting them to succeed and has a good selection of facilities and wide range of course available. Size: 1000 pupils, Sixth Form: 240 Type: Mixed (Co Ed) InterStudies • 15 Annandale Street • Edinburgh EH7 4AW • United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1223 430130 • Fax +44 (0) 1223 430131 • [email protected] • www.interstudies.org.uk Company No.: 4624605 • Bank: The Royal Bank of Scotland InterStudies School Select England Dorset Avonbourne College Avonbourne College is situated in the well known English resort of Bournemouth and is equipped with high quality facilities to support and enhance learning. This includes high spec ICT facilities, library, lecture theatres and a new purpose made 6th Form block. Avonbourne has a range of social areas to help students settle and enjoy their time as well as sporting opportunities including access to a gym and a new climbing wall. Size: 1000 pupils, Sixth Form: 160 Type: Mixed (Co Ed) Dorset Budmouth Technology College Budmouth College is based on the south coast of the UK in Weymouth a popular English seaside resort known for its sailing history. The college ensures that students achieve at the highest levels, in all areas of the curriculum and develop to their full potential as independent learners. They offer a broad range of curriculum choices, linked to the highest quality of teaching, in an inspiring environment. Size: 1766 pupils, Sixth Form: 473) Type: Mixed (Co Ed) Essex Oaks Park High School Oaks Park High School approx. 12 miles to the east of London. With a new, modern sixth form centre, the school creates an inviting and well equipped space that students are able to use for independent study as well as for socialising over lunch. The school strives to ever increase the opportunities available to its students and ensures that its students receive the highest possible standard of education to feel prepared for the next step. Size: 1541 pupils, Sixth Form: 322 Type: Mixed (Co‐Ed) Essex Philip Morant College The Philip Morant College in Colchester places a strong emphasis on students achieving the highest possible academic aspirations, along with many opportunities for extra‐curricular activities . The college also prides itself in the excellent relationship students have with their teachers, and expects all students to immerse themselves fully in the life of the school. Philip Morant strives to provide students with the best experiences possible appropriate to their needs . Size: 1643 pupils, Sixth Form: 234 Type: Mixed (Co‐Ed) InterStudies • 15 Annandale Street • Edinburgh EH7 4AW • United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1223 430130 • Fax +44 (0) 1223 430131 • [email protected] • www.interstudies.org.uk Company No.: 4624605 • Bank: The Royal Bank of Scotland InterStudies School Select England Hampshire Oaklands Catholic School Situated in Waterlooville, not far from the vibrant city of Portsmouth, the school provides an environment that seeks to constantly improve students academic, personal and social development, regardless of the subjects they choose to study. Oaklands prides itself in its smaller teaching groups and caring atmosphere and ensures that all students have the opportunity to go onto greater success whether through university, work or apprenticeships. Size: 1338 pupils, Sixth Form: 220 Type: Mixed (Co‐Ed) Kent Astor College Astor College is located in Dover, famous for it’s white cliffs. It is a specialist Arts College which achieves excellent results and many students of Astor College go on to Universities, Colleges of Art and Architecture and Agricultural Colleges. As one of the countries leading arts colleges, the school prides itself on the strength and quality of its sixth form and also offers a wide range of enrichment activities including a young enterprise business scheme. Size: 1000 pupils, Sixth Form: 200 Type: Mixed (Co Ed) Northamptonshire Campion School & Language College Campion School is based in the county of Northamptonshire, approx. 70 miles from London. The sixth form at Campion is an exciting and vibrant place to study which places strong emphasis on their extended curriculum to enhance and support student development. The overwhelming majority of sixth form students go on to study at top universities. Size: 1400 pupils, Sixth Form: 250 Type: Mixed (Co Ed) Nottinghamshire Quarrydale School Quarrydale Academy is located in central England, close to the market town of Mansfield in Nottinghamshire. The school offers a happy and hard working environment, with high expectations of its students in both learning and behaviour. Their aim is to provide an environment where all students achieve success through the help and encouragement of committed staff. Quarrydale Academy is a warm and friendly place where all individuals are valued. Size: 1000 pupils, Sixth Form: 110 Type: Mixed (Co‐Ed) InterStudies • 15 Annandale Street • Edinburgh EH7 4AW • United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1223 430130 • Fax +44 (0) 1223 430131 • [email protected] • www.interstudies.org.uk Company No.: 4624605 • Bank: The Royal Bank of Scotland InterStudies School Select England Nottinghamshire Brunts Academy Situated in the Mansfield The Brunts Academy offers a safe and supportive environment for its students. The academy has excellent facilities for both learning as well as enrichment activities. They also have an all weather multi‐ purpose sports field which can be used by the community at evenings and weekends and offers many sporting options. The college offers a wide range of courses and aims to help students achieve their best possible academic results. Size: 1500 pupils , Sixth Form: 220 Type: Mixed (Co‐Ed) Shropshire The Holy Trinity Academy The Holy Trinity Academy is situated in Priorslee near Telford, Shropshire and is a new school, aiming to set high standards. The college community is enriched by the presence of students from all faith backgrounds and is proud to offer a special learning community for all their students. The new modern buildings provide excellent sports facilities including a community theater, as well as other state of the art modern facilities. Size: 900 pupils, Sixth Form: 150 Type: Mixed (Co‐Ed) Shropshire Handsworth Wood Girls’ Handsworth Wood Girls’ College offers a huge range of courses alongside an excellent enrichment program to provide its students with the best sixth form experience possible.
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