Windlesham school (Bede's)

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Age: 8-13 years.

Dates: 5 July – 8 August 2026.
Course duration: 2, 3, 4 weeks.

The educational company Bede’s Summer School was founded in 1993 and organizes summer courses in the UK. The company has 7 centers where summer educational programs are held. Every year children from different countries of the world come here. According to EL Gazette, Bede's Summer School is one of the best on the market. All of the company's educational centers are accredited by the British Council.

The summer course takes place at Windlesham British School, one of the leading preparatory schools in the UK. It was founded in 1837 and is located in a picturesque area in West Sussex, 1.5 hours' drive from central London.

The spacious grounds create a sense of freedom for children. And combined with a safe location, it is an ideal place for young students. Each child is surrounded by the attention and support of adults and gets every opportunity to develop their talents.

There are 130 students studying on the summer course at the same time.

Key factors

• Education in an international environment: representatives of 62 nationalities come to the summer school. The school maintains a quota of 20% monolingual students.
• Bede's School carefully selects its staff, all staff are friendly, skilled and experienced to provide the best care to students. The staff to student ratio is 1:4.
• Maximum 14 students per class.
• Outside of school, you can do basketball, animation, horse riding, programming, dancing, tennis.

Facilities

The school is located on 26 hectares of land in a picturesque area, with magnificent architecture and breathtaking scenery. The school has excellent facilities: 3 science laboratories, a music department with all the necessary equipment and a recording studio, a library with a huge selection of literature, a dance studio, a theater, a chapel, a design center, an information technology department with 4 computer classes. Excellent conditions for sports: indoor swimming pool, playgrounds with artificial turf, 9 golf courses, 8 tennis courts, sports hall.

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Program

English lessons(8–13 years old)

The minimum level of English required for the course is A0, meaning that the programme is suitable for complete beginners. On the first day, a test is conducted to determine the students' language level, including speaking, grammar and writing.

The programme consists of three modules:

1. English lessons: aimed at improving general language skills, expanding vocabulary and improving grammar comprehension, as well as improving the accuracy of spoken and written English.

Objectives: to improve reading and listening comprehension, as well as productive use of English (in speaking and writing), expand vocabulary, deepen understanding of English grammar concepts, and improve pronunciation. The course develops confidence in using English language skills in speaking.

2. ‘Missions’: During dynamic lessons, students will work together to complete real-life ‘missions’ aimed at developing collaboration, creative thinking, problem-solving and communication skills. Through engaging group activities, students strengthen their language skills and learn the 21st-century skills they need to succeed in their studies, work, and other areas of life.

Objectives: to improve the learning process through movement and games, to use English to collaborate with classmates during lessons, to encourage closer interaction with the environment.

Adventure Course

This course is inspired by Bear Grylls, a world-renowned traveller known for his incredible survival skills and daring adventures in the wild. From climbing mountains to crossing deserts and jungles, he shows how courage, teamwork and quick thinking can help overcome any challenge. His mission is to inspire people, especially young adventure seekers, to be brave, resourceful and never give up.

English lessons are held in the mornings as part of the regular programme. After lunch, it's time for the adventure programme.

In this intensive course, adventure lovers learn the basics of survival in the wild: how to build a shelter, navigate the terrain and master the art of building a fire. The journey ends with the ‘Ultimate Test,’ in which teams test their new skills. Throughout the course, children develop endurance, teamwork skills and self-confidence – they become ready for any adventure that nature has in store for them! The programme promotes a true sense of freedom in the heart of nature.

Course topics:

1. Orientation and navigation in the jungle.

Young explorers will immerse themselves in the art of navigation, learn to read maps, use a compass with confidence, and recognise natural landmarks such as the sun, stars, and geographical features to find their way on a journey. During practical orienteering sessions, students will take part in exciting but challenging tasks that simulate real-life exploration, from plotting routes through the “jungle” to overcoming unexpected obstacles along the way.

2. Water rescue and raft survival.

Students will learn to work as a team, solve problems, and master safety techniques by practising water and land rescue strategies. From building and navigating rafts to learning the basics of survival, this hands-on activity combines the fun of the outdoors with practical skills that could one day save a life.

3. Survival skills – shelter and fire.

In this exciting survival skills module, students will learn to navigate unfamiliar terrain using maps, compasses, and natural landmarks. Guided by real-world

research methods, they will practise basic navigation strategies that develop problem-solving skills, resilience, and critical thinking. Working in teams, young travellers complete jungle navigation tasks that require them to plan routes, make quick decisions and remain calm in stressful situations. By the end of the course, each explorer will be confident in venturing off the beaten track and navigating their surroundings like a true survival expert.

4. Wild food and first aid.

Survival is not only about orientation in the wild, but also about safety and knowing what you can eat. Students will learn the basics of identifying safe wild foods, understand the importance of clean water, and master simple ways to prepare and handle food in nature. Along with this, they will acquire the necessary first aid skills: how to treat cuts, abrasions, bites, and sprains, and what to do in an emergency before help arrives.

Accommodation and etion

Accommodation in a residence on the school grounds. Boys and girls live separately in rooms for 4-10 people. Shared bathrooms are located on each floor. The rooms accommodate children of the same age and speaking different languages, which helps them to communicate, develop spoken English and make new friendships. Each house has a common room where children can relax, socialize and have fun.

Meals are served in the school canteen, where children are offered a healthy balanced menu, which includes English and international dishes. There is a menu for vegetarians and a separate menu for special diets.

Extra activities

After school, children take part in sports and recreational activities. They can choose a sport or activity that they enjoy: Badminton, Basketball, Benchball, Circuit Training, Cooking, Costume Design, Cricket, Dance, Drama, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, Model-Making, Mosaics, Netball, Origami, Painting, Rounders, Singing, Stoolball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tag Rugby, Tennis.

Instead of daytime activities, students can attend Academies. The Academies program offers classes for children who want to develop their skills, technique and confidence in specific sports and hobbies. The classes are very good at reinforcing specific English vocabulary. Training is carried out by qualified Bede's coaches or visiting sports coaches. There are 2 or 3 lessons per week. Students can choose 1 Academy per week.

Academies:

• Film and animation.
  Learning the principles of stop-motion animation using clay and plasticine.
• LEGO and programming.
  Exploring the exciting world of Lego and programming, creating interactive and functional Lego creations.
• Go-kart racing.
  Compete with peers in electric karts and improve driving techniques.
• Horse riding.
  Learn how to handle horses with care and develop the skills for exciting and safe riding.
• Tennis.
  Develop your swing technique, feel for the ball and positioning on the court.

Academies are held for an additional fee, subject to availability and a minimum number of applicants.

Entertainment activities

EA full programme of organised and supervised social events is offered every evening to encourage students to make new friends and develop their social skills. By actively encouraging the mixing of nationalities, we are helping to create a harmonious international community in which students can live, study in a safe and comfortable environment and enjoy themselves. Evening activities include: Disco, Fashion Show, Karaoke, Messy Games, Mini Olympics, Music Quiz, Nerf Wars, Pool Party, Talent Show.

Excursions

Every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday there are full-day excursions to interesting places around the UK, including London, Brighton, Windsor and more. Pupils will visit a variety of cultural, historical and leisure attractions.

Wednesday trips are a half-day visit and may involve visiting a local place of interest in a nearby town or an off-site activity, such as Beach Volleyball, Bowling, Country Park, Indoor Rock Climbing, Museum, Pier, Street Markets

Saturday excursions are a full day trip and include a cultural, touristic or recreational visit to London or another place of interest such as British Museum, Buckingham Palace, London Dungeon, London Eye, London Zoo, Madame Tussauds, National Gallery, Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Thorpe Park, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey.

Sunday excursions are often more relaxing trips to a local seaside town, such as Brighton, Chichester or Worthing, where students can stroll along the beach, have lunch in the park or do some shopping. Sometimes students will partake in off-site activities.

Sample daily schedule

7.30am - Wake up and breakfast
8.45am - Meeting
9.00am - Lessons
11.15am - Break + snack
11.30am - Lesson
12.30pm - Lunch
13:30 – Lesson
15:00 – Break
15:30 – Sports and activities (or Academy)
17:00 – Free time
18:00 – Dinner
19:00 – Evening activities
21:00 – Meeting, time at home + snack
22:00 – Lights out

Cost, 2026

Adventure in English – £1,595 per week.
Day camp (no accommodation) – £995 per week.

Adventure course – £1,775 per week.
Day adventure course (no accommodation) – £1,095 per week.

Included in the price

• Tuition
• Accommodation and meals
• All activities and excursions
• Laundry
• Transfers to and from the airport

Additional charges

• Academies, cost per week:
  Go-kart racing – £325
  Film and animation – £325
  Horse riding – £345
  LEGO and programming – £295
  Tennis – £295
• Flight
• Visa
• Insurance
• Transfers from and to the airport
• Educational company services

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT FROM OTHER COMPANIES

• We have been working since 1996
• We choose camps with a minimum number of Russian speakers
• We only place children in good conditions
• We conducted a personal inspection of almost all the schools we offer
• We do not work with the mass segment, only camps for discerning clients
• 24/7 phone always works 
• Why our clients value us

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