Our concept is “Immersion in English at all times.” This means that the students have to speak English at all times, during classes, but also during meals, activities. Each student has 32 lessons (45 minutes each) a week. Every weekday, (with the exception of the academic excursion) will consist of 8 x 45 minute lessons:
LEARNING & ACQUIRING
In the morning (Learning) we teach English through EFL (English as a Foreign Language) lessons based on small groups of 7 students from the same age and same level (max. 10).
And in the afternoon (Acquiring), we teach skills in English, again in small groups of 7 students (max 10) from the same age and same level.
So two different approaches which combine very well and allow our students to LEARN English and ACQUIRE skills in English!
Acquiring: Each day will offer a new skill based on the age and the level of each student in classes from max. 10 students same age and levelWe have divided them under the four axes:
DEVELOP (development of personal skills): Self-assessment, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Cross Culture and Capitalising Capabilities
DISCOVER (development of Social and Psychological skills): Development of Communication, Development of interpersonal relationships, Adapting to Cultures and Debating
CREATE (Development of Management skills): Debating, Negotiating, Problem Solving, Decision Making
RISE (Development of Entrepreneurial skills): Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Communication and Team Building
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 7 students |
Maximum | 10 students |
Age range | 15 - 18 years old |
Average | 16 years old |
The school's excellent location and its full immersion programme provide a great opportunity to study English. Our programme concept is “Immersion in English at all times.” Lessons are highly intensive. Each student has 32 lessons (45 minutes each) a week.
Our Academic Programme:
LEARNING & ACQUIRING
In the morning (Learning) we teach English through EFL (English as a Foreign Language) lessons based on small groups of 7 students from the same age and same level (max. 10).
And in the afternoon (Acquiring), we teach skills in English, again in small groups of 7 students (max 10) from the same age and same level.
So two different approaches which combine very well and allow our students to LEARN English and ACQUIRE skills in English!
LINES Stowe has facilities that include a computer room with free internet access, study materials and a student lounge.
The nationality and age mix at LINES Stowe varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 16. In the summer, the average age is 16.
STOWE teaches students from all over the world, including:
STOWE does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Stowe is one of England’s most prestigious schools. Well situated close to both London and Oxford, Stowe is just over an hour from Heathrow Airport.
Stowe School is set in 750 acres of outstanding parkland with excellent sports facilities including baseball and football pitches, an athletics track and an indoor 25m swimming pool.
Stowe was named Best Public School in the country by the prestigious Tatler Schools Awards in 2023.
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 10 - 18. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about student residence accommodation
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from STOWE. Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.
If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 100 when you register.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Stowe based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.
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