Key Academic Features

• 15 hours of English lessons each week
• Balance of appropriate language and skills development
• Links to activities and visits in the UK
• An opportunity to work individually and in multi-national groups
• Integrated skills syllabus linked to the ALTE framework
• An opportunity to take the Trinity Spoken English examination
• An opportunity to study with at least two Elac teachers

At Ardingly College our students receive 3 hours 20 minutes of English tuition divided over 3 lessons in the morning or afternoon, four or five days a week; a total of 15 hours per week. There is a balance between language and skills development in mixed nationality classes, with a maximum of 15 students to a class.

There is an option for students to be prepared and entered for the Trinity Examination while on an Elac course at Ardingly College. Preparation for the exam takes place in three additional sessions organised in the afternoons or evenings immediately prior to the exam.

There is an additional charge for entering the exam. Please refer to the “Dates and Prices” page for more details.

Activity Programme

Key Activity Features

• A wide variety of sports and activities
• Multi-national activities and the “activity carousel”

Our sports and activity programme during the day and in the evening gives students’ opportunities to enjoy a variety of sports and activities and practise their English in mixed nationality groups. Our activity leaders are experienced in encouraging students to get involved and have fun.

The “activity carousel” organises students into small multi-national groups who do some activities together during the course. The carousel helps students gain confidence and fluency with their English as well as encouraging them to interact with more students of different nationalities.

Sports and Physical Activities

Ardingly College has excellent sports facilities.

There are a large number of football and rugby pitches, tennis courts, as well as astro-turf for football. There is also ample indoor space for volleyball, indoor football, badminton and a variety of other sports. Swimming will also be offered as part of the activity programme.

We run inter-group competitions as well as individual competitions. Trophies and prizes are awarded at the end of the course for the winners.

We also offer aerobics and dance activities where possible.

Creative Activities

Students can also participate in the following:

• Designing T-shirts and bags
• Making key rings, book marks, painting and colouring projects
• Music and drama workshops

Evening Activities

These take place every evening. Activities include:

• Treasure and photo hunts
• Quiz nights and murder mystery events
• Talent shows and casino nights
• Discos and Karaoke
• Movie nights

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Excursion Programme

Key Excursion Features

• Direct trains from Haywards Heath to London (50 minutes)
• Great sightseeing walk to take in main tourist attractions in London and Brighton Included entry to Brighton Pavilion

On a two week programme students go to London and Brighton.

On a three week programme students also go to Arundel and on another trip to London.

London #1

Our first excursion to London begins with a walking tour of the city – the best way to see all the world-famous landmarks. During the tour, students will see Buckingham Palace, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square and much more. At the end of the sightseeing tour, students have some free time to visit some shops and buy souvenirs.

Brighton

Brighton is a famous seaside resort city in East Sussex. It has lots of attractions, including an extensive beach and seafront, the pier, and excellent shopping around ‘the Lanes’. It is also home to the famous Brighton Pavilion, which our students have an opportunity to visit.

London #2 (3 week programme)

In a city like London, there is always something interesting to do. On the second excursion students will have the chance to visit some of London’s wonderful museums, markets, art galleries or parks. There will also be chances to explore a new part of London, such as Covent Garden, the City, or Oxford Street, to fit in some shopping, or just soak up the atmosphere of the capital.

Arundel Half-day (3 week programme)

Arundel is a picturesque market town on the River Arun, only 20 minutes from Christ’s Hospital by train. It is most famous for its spectacular castle which overlooks the town. The town is surrounded by the South Downs National Park. Our students have the opportunity to walk around the outside of the castle, explore the cobbled streets and unique shops and spend some free time by the river on this half day excursion.