Our programme
Academic programme
Be Inspired & Challenged
12 hours per week of EFL lessons
12 hours per week of Skills/Workshops
Small classes of average 6-7 students of the SAME level & the SAME age (max 10)
Academic placement test
Very international mix of students
Professional and experienced teachers
End of Course Report and Certificate
LEARN TODAY, LEAD TOMORROW
In the morning we teach English through EFL (English as a Foreign Language) lessons based on small groups of average 7 students of the same age and same level (max. 10) and in the afternoon, we teach skills in English through workshops.
The Academic Programme is at the heart of the LINES experience. At LINES, we are proud to offer students access to some of the finest learning facilities, with modern classrooms and fully qualified and experienced teachers who have a passion for bringing language to life.
General English
4 Lessons/day
General English lessons where students are grouped based on their age and level. Our classes have a maximum of 10 students and focus on improving the following language skills:
- Speaking: fluency & pronunciation
- Listening, Reading & Writing: to support fluency
- Grammar: Consolidation & opportunity to practice
- New vocabulary Reviews
- A Friday Language Test: to assess learning progress & level
Masterclasses
4 Lessons/day
Each day students will learn and discover new specific skills. During these masterclasses, the goal is to explore new areas and expand the students’ knowledge while learning English.
In Stowe,
students learn and discover new specific skills. During these masterclasses, the goal is to explore new areas and expand the students’ knowledge while learning English.
I. Robotics
II. Space
III. Web Design
IV. Coding
I. Studying in the UK
II. Recycling
III. First Aid
IV. Animal care & Nature
I. Drama
II. Arts & Crafts
III. Film Making
IV. Express Yourself
I. Stowe History
II. English Manners & Habits
III. Royal Family
IV. British Celebrities
In Queenswood,
students will learn English through personal, social and entrepreneurial skills. Our Skills classes are larger than our General English classes to enable more discussion, interaction and team building.
ME, MYSELF AND I
Developing a personal vision, self-reflecting, controling emotions.
SOCIALIZE IN TODAY’S SOCIETY
Active listening, joining a conversation, sharing, asking for help.
MANAGERS OF TOMORROW
Debating, negotiating, planning, making decisions and problem solving.
BECOME AN ENTREPRENEUR
Creativity, innovation and risk-taking, critical thinking, the ability to plan and manage projects.
In Valbonne,
workshops are a very important part of the LINES experience. 2 sessions of 45 minutes each are dedicated to workshops daily. They provide active learning experience where students can interact and communicate using the French language.
Students will undertake their chosen workshop for a period of 1 week, after which they can change.
Workshops will be selected on site.
Leisure programme
Activities & Social
Variety & Adventure
- Evenings & Weekends (Saturday Evening and Sunday all day)
- Activities tailored to suit all age groups
- Exciting new activities organized by external providers: Archery, Laser Tag, etc.
- Mixed nationality groups for you to practise your language skills
- All activities fully supervised by LINES Activity Leaders
Example activities include
- Basketball
- Football
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Zumba
- Boxercise
- Yoga
- Art & Craft
- African Drumming
- T Shirt Tie-Dye
- Beauty Pampering
- Movie Nights
- Laser Tag
- Archery
- LINES Got Talent Show
- LINES Festival: Live Band & Games
- LINES Carnival: All the fun of the fair!
With a wide range of activities to choose from, our evening and weekend Activities & Social Programme is second to none!
Our Activity Leaders encourage students to make friends and have fun.
Pro sports
Quality & Excellence
- Professional and qualified Sports Coaches
- Quality Instruction and Coaching Support
- Highly respected sports organisations
- Supervised by LINES Staff
Pro Sports available in Queenswood :
- Tennis (Gosling LTA, Centre of Excellence)
- Horse Riding (Trent Park, Centre of Excellence)
Exercise is a key component of a healthy mind. LINES offer a Professional Sports coaching programme for you to improve your skills, health and fitness!
Pro Sports is for beginners and experienced students alike to gain confidence and enjoy their sport!
Excursions programme
Academic Excursions
A lesson on the move!
A day out to a destination of historical or cultural importance, linked to the learning Theme of the Week. Students go with their class and teacher for the day and complete language learning activities that have been set for them during excursion preparation.
UK – Oxford, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Cambridge, Warwick Castle, London Zoo, The Shard, Bletchley Park, Silverstone, etc.
FR – Nice, Grasse, St. Tropez, etc.
Saturday Excursions
Exploring & Having Fun!
Saturday means fun!
We visit some of London’s (UK) or the Côte d’Azur’s top tourist attractions, including Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Nice and Monaco followed by an opportunity for students to shop till they drop in some of London’s most famous shopping areas like Covent Garden, Westfield and Oxford Street.
Optional Musical
West End Musical Experience!*
A visit to London’s West End by night to experience its vibrant street culture, bright lights, hustle and bustle and enjoy some of the best Musical stage productions in the world is an experience not to be missed!
We book the tickets, transport and dinner, all you do is enjoy this amazing experience! Musicals such as: Matilda, Lion King, Wicked, etc. The West End Musical Experience always proves very popular: book during enrolment to avoid disappointment!
*Only available in the UK
Optional Excursions
‘Funday’
Have even more fun and adventure on one of our optional full-day excursions! These are not included in the basic package price and must be booked in advance.
UK – Harry Potter Studio Tour or Thorpe Park
FR – Sailing, Monaco, Accrobranches, La Tyrolienne
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