Windlesham Introduction
Summary
Adventures in English & Young Influencers
The spacious campus, which welcomes up to 130 students per week, creates
a real sense of freedom and connection to nature. The secure
and safe location makes Windlesham the perfect site for young children
who want to be part of a small, lively community. Young people’s innate
curiosity about the natural world can be harnessed to engage them about their relationship with nature and present and future global ecological challenges.
With a choice of two fantastic programmes, our students develop their English communication skills through their experience of learning about and learning in nature with Adventures in English, or by engaging in 21st Century Learning as a Young Influencer. Our fully inclusive programmes include sports and activities every afternoon. Professional academies are available in a variety of sports and other activities. The evening entertainment programme provides an opportunity for recreation and fun and is designed to immerse students in the English language and culture in a stimulating and innovative way. Excursions enable students to visit places of interest. These can include a cultural visit to a castle, museum or palace, a popular tourist attraction such as Big Ben, Madame Tussauds or the London Eye, or something more recreational such as a trip to an aquarium, zoo or theme park.
ACCOMMODATION
Windlesham offers separate accommodation on campus for boys and girls, with cheerful and spacious bedrooms; there are typically 4–8 beds per room. Students share their bedroom with children of the same age and from different countries which helps them to mix, speak English and build new
friendships. Bathrooms are located on each floor and are shared. Each house has a common room with comfortable chairs or sofas for students to relax during their free time.
LOCATION
Windlesham is set in beautiful grounds extending over many acres of the Sussex Downs countryside of West Sussex, between the villages of Washington and Findon, north of Worthing.London: 54 miles/86 km
LGW: 31 miles/51 km
LHR: 58 miles/93 km
A Typical Day
MON | TUE | THUR | FRI
07.30 WAKE UP + BREAKFAST
Students will be woken up by the House Parents who will ensure they are ready for the busy day ahead. Students will then be able to select from a wide range of breakfast choices, where staff will be available to help those in need or who have any special requirements.
08.45 STUDENT MEETING
A morning register will be taken and a meeting held for students to understand the plan for the day. This is a perfect chance for students to ask any questions or raise any concerns.
09.00 ENGLISH SKILLS 1+2 (WITH A 15MIN BREAK)
English Skills focus on developing students’ general knowledge of English and ability to communicate effectively and accurately in everyday situations and different contexts. Students will be tested, challenged, supported, and stimulated.
11.15 BREAK + SNACK
11.30 EXPLORATIONS/21C SKILLS
Adventures in English students begin stimulating Explorations
lessons, whilst Young Influencers have their first 21st Century
Skills workshop.
12.30 LUNCH
Our Windlesham centre offers dining in two sittings. Students will be able to enjoy their lunch prepared by the award‑winning Holroyd Howe. Staff will be on hand to help students understand all the options available.
13.30 ADVENTURE ACTIVITY/21C SKILLS
The Adventure Activity takes in outdoor learning in this wonderful location for Adventures in English students whilst Young Influencers are applying 21st Century Tools and methods in the classroom.
15.00 BREAK
15.15 SPORTS + ACTIVITIES
A register will be taken and a daily activity briefing will be given by the Activities Manager. Each student will meet with the Activity Leader and get the chance to burn off some energy by taking part in a choice of different activities.
17.00 FREE TIME
18.00 DINNER
Students can choose from a specially designed nutritious dinner menu. Summer School Staff will be on hand to help students understand the options available to them and make sure they are eating a balanced diet.
19.00 SOCIAL EVENTS
Before the evening activities take place staff will take the register and the Activities Manager will give a short meeting to plan for the evening. This is a great way for students to all get together. This could be a treasure hunt, disco, messy games, or something the students have chosen.
21.00 HOUSE MEETING, HOUSE TIME + SNACK
22.00 BEDTIME
Beautiful Windlesham
Aerial Photo
Cafeteria
Sport Activity-Badminton
Sport Activity-Basketball
Sport Activity-Soccer
Sport Activity-Adventure
Dormitory
Academics-Dance
