Language studies abroad : Juniors : English : USA : Boston : Juniors programme (14–17 years)
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In Boston, you will be in good hands! Our partner school welcomes you in the centre of this exciting city, in the Fenway district. On the campus of Wheelock College, with the traditional charm of an American High School, everything is on-site. The school building houses modern classrooms. In spacious relaxation lounges, you will be able to watch television or view DVDs, and in both the library and bookshop, you will find something to satisfy your curiosity. You will be able to use computers or take advantage of the Internet access in order to facilitate the contact with those who have stayed at home. In the "Pilgrim Student Center", close to Wheelock College and still on the same campus, you will have the possibility to play table football or use the piano for improvised karaoke sessions. Here also, some computers are at the disposal of the students. There are also an outdoor courtyard (quad) and a shaded patio located on the campus. In the public park a few minutes' walk away from the school, a fitness track, basketball courts and other sports grounds may be used. The environment is enchanting, calm, and the city is only a stone's throw away. The shops, restaurants, the famous Fenway Park and all the atmosphere of this city in which the university life of the United States has its origins will fascinate you.

Information

Passport info
If you are of Swiss or European nationality, no visa is necessary to participate in the programme, insofar as you are in possession of a valid biometric passport which is valid for at least six months following your return date, in accordance with current legislation. Nevertheless, the student will need to get an electronic travel authorisation to be completed on the Internet a minimum of one week prior to the departure. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information.

Important!
Boston is a great destination for a language study trip abroad, nevertheless it is vital to know that you will need to expect a relatively long journey to get there with, generally, one or two stopovers. Most airline companies will be able to offer you an accompaniment service, therefore do not hesitate to contact us for further information. It is however necessary that the student feels capable of managing this long journey. Then, all he/she has left to do is to enjoy American life!

Courses

Standard English course
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 2 - 6 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: 0
Minimum age: 14 years
Daily schedule:

The school, renowned for the quality of teaching of its teachers, will offer you exciting summer programmes. The academic part of the programme includes 20 lessons of general English per week, whilst the leisure part proposes a wide range of daily activities (5 per week) and excursions, which take place at the weekends.

Accommodation

Residence
On the campus of Wheelock College, you will stay in shared bedrooms furnished with a bed, a wardrobe, a desk and a chair for each student. The bathrooms are to be shared with the other students. You benefit from full board from Monday to Friday and from breakfast at the weekend before heading off on excursions. By living in the residence, you will share in the daily life of the other students. This represents a setting which is suited to meeting other students in an international environment and to the practice of the language. Supervision is assured on a 24/7 basis by the staff of our partner school, ELC.

Leisure

The afternoon activities will bring you and your friends to the market or the cinema, for example. The Museum of Science will not fail to amaze you whilst a cruise in the port will relax you. A visit to the New England Aquarium and sports activities of all kinds will also be a part of the programme. During every outing, professional group leaders will be there to listen to your needs and will watch out for your well-being and safety. In the evening, you will be able to make the most out of your free time in order to relax and enjoy yourself with your friends. The residence's  TV lounge, computers and gym are available for your use. Finally, excursions are planned in order for you to enjoy yourself at the "Six Flags" amusement park, for example, to observe whales out in the ocean or to the visit the surroundings of Boston (Newport  in Rhode Island)...you are going to love your stay in Boston!

At a glance

/ in summary...

Ages 14-17 years
Accommodation Residence
Camp start dates 26.06/03.07/10.07/17.07/24.07.2010
Closest airport Boston
Price 2 weeks CHF 3250

Location of the language school Junior programme (14–17 years)

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/ language school Junior programme (14–17 years)

Key points

Dates and Prices

/ Dates and prices in EUR

For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us.

Arrival day: Saturday
Departure day: Saturday
Starting dates 2 w.: 28.06  / 05.07  / 12.07  / 19.07  / 26.07 .2010
Starting dates 3 w.: 28.06  / 05.07  / 12.07  / 19.07 .2010
Starting dates 4 w.: 28.06  / 05.07  / 12.07 .2010
Starting dates 5 w.: 28.06  / 05.07 .2010
Starting dates 6 w.: 28.06 .2010

Included in price:

  • General English course (20 lessons of 50 minutes per week)
  • Number of students per class: max. 14
  • Course material
  • Visitor's tax
  • Student card and city map
  • Accommodation in residence with full board (sauf le week-end)
  • Activities and excursions programme
  • Supervision during activities
  • Course guide and certificate
Standard English course A
2 week(s) 1950
3 week(s) 2820
4 week(s) 3580
Extra week (4+) 850
Options/Extras
Airport pick-up and drop-off 97
Accommodation deposit (to be paid on-site) USD
- USD150.-
Excursion (New-York les 10 et 24 juillet) USD
- à réserver à l'avance, à payer sur place USD145.-
Return flight booking (prices on request, depending on availability)
Other Types of Accommodation
Group prices on request
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