An eight-year-old child and a fourteen-year-old do not learn in the same way. Their interests, attention spans, independence, relationships with others and the way they take part in activities are all different. That is why simply dividing students into classes according to their English level and giving everyone the same junior course is not
Between the ages of fourteen and seventeen, studying English should not simply mean revising grammar rules or completing more difficult exercises. Older teenagers should be given opportunities to use the language to support an opinion, compare ideas, make decisions, create content and take responsibility within a group. That's why a specifically designed English course
Our Voyagers English course for 11 to 14-year-olds is designed for this age group specifically, because young people’s interests, independence, relationships with their peers and the way they engage in lessons can change quickly. A 12-year-old no longer needs the same activities as a primary school child, but they are not yet a secondary
Oxford and Cambridge traditions are among the oldest within academic institutions in the Western world, with traditions dating back to the Middle Ages that still form part of everyday student life today. Some of the best known include Matriculation, the formal admission ceremony where students wear academic dress; Formal Hall, a formal dinner held
The first day of a study holiday abroad is often the most delicate moment for both students and parents. Excitement, anxiety, homesickness and the need to find your bearings all come together during those first few hours. This page explains what to expect when you arrive, which emotions are perfectly normal, how to prepare
2027 programme update In 2027, our Bath study holiday returns to Bath Spa University. Bath Spa University should not be confused with the University of Bath. They are two separate universities, with different campuses, accommodation and facilities located in different parts of the city. The course, accommodation, dates, excursions and included services may change
We've all heard that speaking and using two languages allows you to communicate with more people, access different cultures directly and feel more confident in international settings. But what, exactly, are the legitimate, tangible benefits of bilingualism? There are many, but they shouldn't be turned into unrealistic promises. Knowing two languages does not automatically make
Language levels such as A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 are part of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). They help you understand what a student can actually do in a foreign language, rather than simply measuring how many years they've studied it. When you're choosing a study holiday abroad,
Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL and Trinity are not interchangeable English language certifications. Cambridge English qualifications are commonly used to certify a CEFR level and do not have a formal expiry date. IELTS and TOEFL are widely used for university admissions, international study and mobility, although their results are generally accepted for around two years.
The world's most spoken languages can be ranked in two different ways: by counting only native speakers, meaning people who learned the language from birth, or by including everyone who speaks the language as a second language. Based on native speakers alone, Mandarin Chinese generally ranks first, followed by Spanish, English, and Hindi. If
