High School United Kingdom
A High School experience at a British state secondary school, with cultural immersion, a host family and a choice between the Classic programme and the Select programme.
The High School programme in the United Kingdom offers the opportunity to explore a new country, discover a new culture and study at a state High School.
The source presents two main options with the local partners: the Select programme and the Classic programme. These options make it possible to build an experience suited to the pupil's expectations, with a different level of support and choice.
The key elements for understanding a school year in the United Kingdom.
United Kingdom, with immersion in a state High School and a host family.
Classic programme for a more accessible option; Select programme to have more say in the choice of school.
The first year of A-levels is a key stage towards higher education and specialisation.
Life with a host family to discover British daily life and make progress in English.
Advice, preparation of the application, follow-up and coordination with the local partners.
A-levels make it possible to specialise in strong subjects and to prepare a higher education project or a gradual entry into working life.
The United Kingdom offers an ideal setting for making progress in English, discovering a different school culture and having an international experience close to Switzerland and France. High School makes it possible to immerse yourself in an English-speaking environment and to develop independence, maturity and cultural openness.
The source distinguishes two approaches. The Select programme offers more freedom in the choice of school and makes it possible to look for a school in line with the pupil's academic and personal needs.
The Classic programme favours a more accessible option, with schools rigorously selected by the partner network. The placement is organised according to availability and the pupil's profile.
The pupil joins a state High School in the United Kingdom and discovers a different school system. They take part in local daily life, follow lessons with young British people and adapt to a new academic environment.
Living with a host family extends the immersion after lessons, allowing pupils to practise English day to day and to understand local habits better.
Life on site is built around the school, the host family and cultural discovery. The pupil learns to organise themselves in a new environment, to communicate in English day to day and to take part in the local rhythm.
This experience requires curiosity, flexibility and a real desire to fit in.
The first year of A-levels in the United Kingdom is an important stage in the academic pathway. It marks the transition between secondary and higher education, with gradual specialisation in chosen subjects.
The courses go into more depth and require a high level of critical thinking. They prepare pupils to go on to university or to build a career plan.
The programme makes it possible to concentrate on subjects that genuinely interest the pupil. The logic of A-levels rests on stronger specialisation than in other school systems, with a large amount of personal work and active participation.
Whichever programme is chosen, the local partners aim for a rewarding experience, suited to the pupil's profile and objectives.
The source emphasises the value of the first year of A-levels: it makes it possible to choose subjects that the pupil is passionate about and to develop deeper thinking. It is a particularly interesting format for young people who want to gain independence and prepare for a higher education project.
The source does not detail a complete list of costs that are not included. The items to confirm before registration are in particular transport, insurance, pocket money, any school costs, travel documents and options specific to the programme chosen.
The precise requirements depend on the Classic or Select option, the school level, the pupil's profile and the availability of the local partners. Good motivation, an ability to adapt and a real desire to live in English are essential.
The Classic and Select programmes are now available in MoveAndStudyCore. The Varndean College and Worthing College destinations are attached to the Select programme.
A first year of specialisation to go deeper into the subjects that matter.
Family, school and local daily life to make natural progress in English.
The choice between Classic and Select deserves proper framing. Move and Study supports the family in comparing the options, preparing the application, clarifying the requirements and organising the departure with the local partners.
An adviser can help you compare Classic and Select, check the requirements and frame the stages of the application.
