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High School Classic programme in the United Kingdom

High School Classic programme in the United Kingdom

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High School United Kingdom Classic

A school and cultural immersion in a British secondary school, with a host family, an academic semester and local support.

Experiencing total immersion in the United Kingdom

The High School Classic Exchange programme in the United Kingdom offers the opportunity to have an out-of-the-ordinary experience in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland or Wales. It makes it possible to improve your school knowledge, prepare for your future studies and gain independence.

The pupil attends a local secondary school selected by the partner, lives with a warm host family and makes progress in English in an authentic daily setting.

Classic programme key facts

The key elements for understanding the Classic option in the United Kingdom.

Duration

Four to five months, over an academic semester.

Placement

Local secondary school selected by the partner according to availability and profile.

Accommodation

Host family, single or shared room subject to availability.

Visa

The source states that a visa is not necessary for this limited academic semester format.

Choice

Possibility of choosing a host region for a supplement, subject to availability.

The choice of destination

The Classic option is a traditional programme of cultural immersion and exchange. It offers an attractive price and an organised placement in a local secondary school. For families who want more control, the source mentions the possibility of choosing a host region for a supplement.

In certain schools, wearing a uniform may be compulsory. The costs of buying this uniform are not included in the price indicated.

School, family and daily life

Students live with a selected host family and attend a local secondary school. The aim is to develop language skills, independence and the ability to adapt.

Accommodation may be in a single room or a double room. The allocation depends on availability and organisational constraints. Sharing with another student of a different nationality can add an intercultural dimension to the experience.

Selection of host families

The local partner pays close attention to the choice of families. They are selected after interviews and checks, then prepared to welcome students from different cultural and social backgrounds.

Living with a host family gives a realistic experience, a chance to practise English after lessons and to discover local habits.

Host family in the United Kingdom

The host family is at the heart of the Classic immersion in the United Kingdom.

Programme highlights

The source highlights three dimensions: the immersion, the family setting and the discovery of a British secondary school.

Students in class in the United Kingdom

British secondary school

Following lessons at a local school selected for a quality academic experience.

Friends in the United Kingdom

Cultural immersion

Gaining independence, practising English and adapting to a different pace of life.

Sport in the United Kingdom

Activities and local life

Discovering the school life, the activities and the social relationships of a British student.

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What is included

  • Personalised appointments.
  • Advice and help with preparation before departure.
  • English test if required by the school.
  • Creation of the application.
  • Follow-up and availability of the Move and Study team during the stay.
  • Selection of the school.
  • Tuition fees.
  • Placement with a host family.
  • Local manager and 24/7 emergency line.

What to budget for

  • Midday meals during the week.
  • Pocket money.
  • Public transport.
  • School costs: uniform, specific equipment, lockers.
  • Any vaccinations.
  • Flight tickets.

Requirements and profile

Before registration, the candidate's profile is assessed in order to check the admission requirements. An English level test may be requested to guarantee that the programme matches the pupil's project.

Registration procedure

  1. Appointment: a discussion in the agency, by video call or by email to discuss the project.
  2. Assessment: checking the admission requirements and the English level.
  3. Application: putting the complete application together.
  4. Acceptance: an average reply within two weeks after the application is sent.
  5. Placement: search for the host family.
  6. Follow-up: local manager, 24/7 emergency line and feedback after the stay.

Move and Study support

The team supports the choice of programme, the preparation of the application, the selection of the region if wanted and the preparation for departure. The local follow-up reassures the family and provides a framework during the stay.

High School United Kingdom programme

Ready to prepare a Classic programme in the United Kingdom?

An adviser can check the duration, the requirements, the English level and the stages of the application.