english immersion

Autumn update 2022

27 October 2022

The Big Return

2022 has been a big year for L&E. We hadn’t been able to offer any in-person programmes since 2019 and we were desperate to get back to doing what we do best. It has been tough time for everyone but particularly young people. Cultural and adventurous experiences have been few and far between these past couple of years and so it was incredibly important that we were able to operate. This year certainly wasn’t without it’s challenges but with the energy and enthusiasm of both staff and students we were able to successfully navigate a wonderful year!

World Camp UK

World Camp UK at Aysgarth School returned this summer and was a huge success. Lots of old and new faces connecting from all over the world. We had over 20 different nationalities from 6 continents all embracing and learning from each other. A lot of old activities returned as well as some exciting new ones including the Open Minds course and Wilderness experience. Our older teens were challenged to investigate and interrogate the world around them, challenge themselves creatively and consider new perspectives. They also experienced an incredible night under the stars on their Wilderness Experience.

All our International students embraced the British culture and improved their English and our local children learnt so much about other cultures.

Soccer Camp

L&E continued the tradition of working with professional football clubs and this summer we were delighted to work with Manchester City. Tzeachten Under 16 Girls Football Club from British Columbia, Canada were lucky enough to be coached by ex-pro and Manchester City Academy coach Ian Fitzpatrick. The girls had elite sessions every day plus 2 matches including the Manchester City Under 17 Educational Team at Manchester Regional Arena overlooked by the Etihad Stadium. The girls enjoyed a tour of the stadium plus a unique opportunity to see the training facilities.

Teen Travel

Teen Travel UK was also back and our tours were a triumph. We had teens from the US, Canada, France, Thailand, Italy, Spain and UK all gain invaluable life skills and gain a love for the history and beauty of Britain. Our travellers learnt how to manage a budget, how to negotiate and how to adapt to different situations all whilst making sold friendships along the way.

It was also the first time students were able to combine the Teen Travel and World Camp experiences which made for a unique experience.

2023

Following a successful return we are delighted to announce our 2023 schedule.

25th June – 8th July, 2023: Teen Travel UK Tour, England (14-17), Scotland & Wales
9th July – 22nd July, 2023: World Camp UK (8-15), Aysgarth School
23rd July – 5th August, 2023: World Camp UK (8-15), Aysgarth School
6th August – 19th August, 2023: Teen Travel UK Tour (14-17), England, Scotland & Wales

All experiences are in 2 weeks blocks and our 14 and 15 year olds can combine Teen Travel & World Camps. All transfers are included between programmes.

A 15% Deposit is due to confirm the reservation. Payment plans are available.

Limited places

To ensure the highest quality of experience we will be strict on limiting the amount of children from any one non-English speaking country so please be aware that countries such as France, Spain, Germany and Italy will sell out very quickly.

Early Booking Discount

If families make the reservation before 1st December, 2022 they will receive a 10% discount.

UK, Canadian & U.S. Schools

During the past year we have helped many families find a suitable school for an international educational experience. We have a thorough knowledge of UK Schools and have placed dozens of students since 2009. Now we have an office in Vancouver we have developed relationships with a few select schools, not just in Canada but also the U.S.

This is a free service to families who have attended an L&E programme. We are able to offer a unique service with our personal experience of both student and school which is invaluable and beneficial to all concerned. Consultancy can be extended to friends and family so please feel free to make referrals.

L&E back on the road

Now that we are able to travel a little more freely again we will be returning to making a few trips throughout the year visiting countries to talk to families about our programmes and services.

Berlin: 30th October – 1st November
London: 2nd November
Dubai: 13th – 16th February
New York: 15th-16th April

If your children have attended and enjoyed an L&E experience please “Spread the Word”.

Sharing this email, website link, instagram etc all helps.

We are also always happy to add locations and dates to our “Road Trip” so if you have friends and family interested in meeting with us then let us know!

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Staff Catch-up

21 February 2018

At this time of year it’s always nice to catch up with friends and find out what everyone is up to. It seems like everyone is off adventuring far and wide!

Vicky

Vikky who worked this year at our Madrid Camp and North Camp is currently wandering the forests of New Zealand looking for the biggest fern tree she can find!

Julie-Ann

Another staff member off adventuring is Julie-Anne who is teaching in Thailand. Fortunately she still manages to get some time off to explore the jungle or the islands!

Harriet

Harriet who has worked for us for a few years now is off in S.E Asia doing some travelling.

Hayley

Another one of our new recruits at camp this year has also been very busy since camp! A massive congrats to Hayley who is now a fully qualified Pilates teacher and is currently working towards her Yoga teaching training qualification too. She is still saving the world one dance party at a time!

Ollie & Tom

Our boys seem to have been in the wars…. Ollie had nose surgery after camp and Tom had to get foot surgery. They are both all healed up and fighting fit you’ll be glad to know.

Matt, Ollie & Will

Now look who our Kenyan boys Matt and Ollie ran into in Zanzibar…..only Will Smith!!! Such a small world!!!

Paul

Paul, one of our English teachers at camp is enjoying his first year at Lancaster University studying Economics.

Jade & Sammey

Another girl who is off adventuring is Jade who worked with us at the South Camp. She is the deputy head of boarding at a school in sunny southern Spain! Lucky for some!! A bit closer to home Ashleigh is working hard in her first year of teaching…..head in the books it seems! Sammey who was also a new recruit is back from travelling in New Zealand and is enjoying teaching Yoga in the West of Wales.

Wilson

Another new recruit this year was the lovely Wilson. After some cancelled flights and a last minute change of airport he is now happily in Courchevel (French Alps ski resort) where he is working for Esprit as a snow ranger (child care) for the next 5 months. Not a bad place to spend Christmas and New Year!

Sarah

Our very own Sarah is working hard in her day job and making sure her pupils know all about L&E – good work Sarah!

Here at L&E we are so lucky to have such amazing staff who come back each summer to work at camp. We have such an amazing mix of individuals who bring a vast amount of experience and creatively to our camps. A lot of our staff come back to camp year after year and some describe it as their happy place.

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Early Booking Discount 2018

6 October 2017

We are very pleased to release our 2018 Summer Programme…

We’ve worked very hard to keep the prices the same as last year. The only small increases we’ve made have been to the “extras” to reflect our external provider’s increases.

Until 1st November we are able to offer all next year’s programmes at special discounted prices.