General information
OSCARS programme at Newbattle Abbey offers our standard English language tuition and excursions but also offers a little more insight into Scottish culture, tradition and heritage through a unique activity and cultural programme.
Based from the abbey’s atmospheric crypt and beautiful drawing room, Scottish themes are explored such as music, theatre, dress, history and culture, including opportunities to wear Highland dress including the kilt.
Location
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Edinburgh, Scotland
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Age of children
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8-17
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Minimum course
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2 weeks
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Accommodation
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residence
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General English
On arrival at their centre or the next morning each student will take a written language test followed by a conversation with one of OSCARS senior teachers. Students will then be placed in an appropriate class of similar aged students from diverse nationalities. Maximum class size is between 12 and 14 students and varies depending on the ability of the students attending.
Qualified, focussed and professional teachers who care about student development. Students have 1:1 meetings with Academic Manager every two weeks if attending a four week or longer Programme. Aims are to improve grammar, vocabulary, listening, reading and writing skills. Preparation for excursions in class to maximise each excursion experience.
Week course includes:
- 15 English language lessons;
- daytime and evening activities;
- 1 half-day and full-day excursions at weekend.
Activities
An extensive and diverse range of artistic and sporting activities are offered. Fully qualified staff undertaking each specialised activity – e.g. pottery/performing arts. Students are placed into distinct age groups and follow a structured activity timetable on site.
A diverse programme of events to suit all tastes at evening: Mini Olympics, the Highland games, ceilidhs and country dancing, talent shows, OSCARS awards night and themed discos at every centre, sports tournaments and craft evenings.