Language Study Abroad: Courses and Activities

1. With a host family selected and visited by our local coordinators. Learnhow families are selected.
2. You can choose between 1 or 2 French students per family. In Malta and in England (with the “Discover London” option), students will be hosted at a rate of two French students per family (students may stay with a friend).
3. Families living in residential neighborhoods near the campus
4. Full board (on weekdays, a packed lunch provided by the family at noon)

1. Indigenous and French teachers and facilitators
2. 1 adult for every 12 children
3. 1 French staff member on site, available to parents and students
4. Priorities: progress in language learning, safety, and the well-being of young people

1. 3 hours of class per day, in the morning
2. Classes of 12 to 15 students, formed based on a placement test
3. Interactive courses for significant improvement in both writing and speaking
4. Practicing speaking skills to build self-confidence
5. Grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and listening comprehension
6. Practical exercises, press reviews, discussions, role-playing, etc.
7. Classes taught by a team consisting of an Indigenous teacher and a bilingual teacher, alternating teaching approaches*
8. Submitting a trip report

*Note: In Malta, classes are taught exclusively by qualified Maltese teachers (TEFL – Teacher of English as a Foreign Language) who are accredited by the Maltese Ministry of Education. In Australia, classes are taught exclusively by qualified Australian teachers.

1. 5 afternoons of recreational activities per week, led in English, German, or Spanish, such as:

• sports, such as (depending on the country and city you're visiting): tennis, swimming, bowling, soccer, table tennis, volleyball, basketball, mini-golf, badminton, beach volleyball, beach soccer, beachminton, sandball, etc.
• cultural tours, such as (depending on the country and city of your stay):

– Oxford or Cambridge University, Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, Canterbury Cathedral, the Royal Pavilion in Brighton, etc., in England,
– The walled city of Mdina, Valletta, the Mosta Dome, etc., in Malta,
– Trinity College in Dublin, exploring the city of Galway, the Cliffs of Moher, etc. in Ireland,
– Sydney and its surroundings, such as: Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House, the Australian Museum, Taronga Zoo to see kangaroos and koalas, etc. in Australia,
– The Cologne Cathedral and a boat ride, visits to Hamburg, Bonn, or Nuremberg, a cruise on the Elbe River, etc., in Germany,
– A tour of FC Barcelona’s stadium, the Sagrada Família, the aqueduct and Alcázar of Segovia, the gardens of the Royal Palace of La Granja, etc., in Spain.

1. A day trip ( depending on the country and city of stay), such as :

– London, Bath, Oxford, Brighton, etc. in England,
– Dublin, Carlow, Galway, etc. in Ireland,
– Blue Mountains, The Three Sisters, Echo Point, Katoomba Falls, etc. in Australia,
– Berlin, Cologne, Bremen, Hamburg, Hanover, Leipzig, etc. in Germany,
– Madrid, Barcelona, Santander, etc. in Spain.

1. Supervision ratio of 1 adult to 12 children
2. 1 to 2 supervised evening activities (in certain host cities in England and Ireland), such as: LEC disco, BBQ party, karaoke, etc. In Malta, 3 to 4 supervised evening activities per week.

Note regarding spring and All Saints' Day trips to Malta: since the weather can be cool during these periods, the itinerary focuses on cultural activities rather than swimming.

Important: All English language programs in Malta and Australia are open only to students who can swim.

• Soccer in England

– 6 two-hour sessions, in the afternoon
– Program suitable for both beginners and experienced players
– Training sessions in English led by an experienced coach
– Improvement of individual technique and team role
– Development of tactics and game vision: defensive positioning and repositioning, team management, pressing, offside, attack-defense, ball control, and coordination, etc.
– Position-specific drills (forward, midfielder, defender, goalkeeper)
– Work on dribbling techniques, passing, shooting with the foot and head, etc.

• Tennis Option in England

– 6 two-hour sessions, in the afternoon
– Program suitable for both beginners and experienced players
– Tennis lessons taught in English by experienced instructors, with personalized attention
– Refinement of basic strokes: forehand, backhand, serve, etc., and introduction to more advanced techniques: smash, volley, lob, etc.
– Teaching a tactical approach to tennis to help players build their game strategically
– Learning different playing styles: coming to the net, baseline play, etc.
– Putting skills into practice during matches and tournaments

• Horseback Riding in England and Ireland

– 6 two-hour sessions, in the afternoon
– Program suitable for both beginners and experienced riders
– Training at an equestrian center accredited by the BHS (British Horse Society) in England and bythe Association of Irish Riding Establishments (AIRE) in Ireland
– Sessions led in English by qualified instructors
– Improvement of riding technique
– Mastery of posture, balance, and the different gaits
– Depending on the riders’ level, exercises in the indoor arena or outdoor arena, trail rides in the English countryside, obstacle courses, etc.
– Refinement of techniques for grooming, tending to, and saddling your horse, etc.

• Rugbyin Ireland

– 6 two-hour sessions, in the afternoon
– Program suitable for both beginnersandexperienced players
– Training sessions in English led by an experienced coachat awell-known local rugby club
– Throughout the sessions, you will focus on aspects such as:
– Individual techniqueand understanding ofyour role within the team
– Tactics: offensive and defensive organization, field management, breakdowns, support, decision-making, reading the game
– Position-specific drills: forwards, three-quarters, halves, backs
– Targeted workshops: short and long passes, receiving, secure tackles, rucks and mauls, kicking, coordination and mobility
– To round it all out, the coach can propose game scenarios,challenges, andmini-matchesto put skills into practice and strengthen team spirit.

• Fun and Adventure in Ireland

– 6 two-hour sessions of outdoor adventure sports, led in English:
– Archery
– Rock climbing
– Mountain biking
– Kayaking
– Wibit (inflatable obstacle course on the water)

•  Option Discover London in England

–3 to 4 guided tours per week in London, conducted in English:
– Explore sites such as Buckingham Palace, theTower of London, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, Madame Tussauds, the British Museum, and more.
– A cruise on the Thames, the London Eye, shopping on Oxford Street or in Knightsbridge, and more.

•  Harry Potter Studio Tour – Warner Bros. in England

– An unforgettable visit to the famous Harry Potter Studios (Warner Bros. Studio Tour – London), where you’ll experiencea magical moment, immerse yourself in legendary sets like the Ministry of Magic, Diagon Alley, Platform 9 3/4, and the Forbidden Forest, discover props and costumes from the series, and learn a few secrets about the filming process!
The English classes will, in part, cover topics related to the world of Harry Potter. 

• Explore London: Harry Potter Studios Tour – Warner Bros.

–3 to 4 guided tours per week in London, conducted in English:
– Explore sites such as Buckingham Palace, theTower of London, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, Madame Tussauds, the British Museum, and more.
– A cruise on the Thames, the London Eye, shopping on Oxford Street or in Knightsbridge, and more.
1 unforgettable visit to the famous Harry Potter Studios(Warner Bros. Studio Tour – London)

•  Surfing in Spain

– 6 two-hour sessions, in the afternoon
– Program suitable for both beginners and experienced surfers
– Sessions led in Spanish by instructors certified by the European Surfing Federation
– Introduction to the world of surfing, its culture, history, and philosophy
– Instruction on basic stances and movements
– Depending on the surfer’s skill level: transitioning from a lying position to a standing position, mastering steering and speed control, practicing duck dive, takeoff, and bottom turn techniques, etc.

• Sports Cocktail Package in Barcelona

– 5 afternoons of sports activities led by professional Spanish instructors, such as:
– Climbing wall
– Water sports such as stand-up paddleboarding, windsurfing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, beach games, beach volleyball, etc.
– Padel tennis
– Catamaran trip to explore the Costa Brava
– 1-day trip to Port Aventura
– Tours of Barcelona and exploration of Catalonia(depending on the itinerary)

Important: All trips that include the Surf option, the Sports & Cocktails package in Barcelona, and the Fun & Adventures package in Ireland are reserved for young people who can swim