Study at a British high school and experience the daily life of an English student
Key Information
- •Age: mainly 15 to 18 years old
- •Duration: Term (ranging from 4 to 8 weeks depending on the current year's school calendar), Semester (4 months for autumn semester, 6 months for spring semester), School year (10 months)
- •Language: English
- •Required level: B1 recommended (a level test is conducted before departure, non-eliminatory)
- •Type of institution: British public high school (State School)
- •Location: Oxford and its region
- •Accommodation: paid British host family
- •Meals: full board
Why study in England?
Studying in England allows you to discover a demanding education system, recognized internationally, while experiencing deep linguistic immersion in a country close to France, both geographically and culturally.
- ▸a structured and secure school environment
- ▸a strong academic culture
- ▸rapid linguistic immersion thanks to the exclusive use of English
- ▸a reassuring environment for a first experience abroad
Oxford, an emblematic university city, is particularly appreciated for its safety, human scale and academic atmosphere.
The high school program in England
Students are enrolled as full students in a British high school and follow exactly the same schedule as their English classmates.
- ▸attend classes with local students
- ▸have lunch at the school cafeteria
- ▸respect the rules and pace of the British system
- ▸participate in daily school life
Classes generally have around 30 students. Classes usually run from 9am to 3pm, with short breaks.
Depending on the time of year and the student's profile, enrollment is most often in Year 10 or Year 12. Older students may, in some cases, access A-Level type subjects, depending on their academic level.
Subjects and teaching approach
British teaching emphasizes:
L'enseignement britannique met l'accent sur :
- ▸critical thinking
- ▸oral expression
- ▸autonomy
- ▸active participation in class
Subjects offered vary by institution, but may include:
- ▸English
- ▸Mathematics
- ▸Sciences
- ▸Humanities
- ▸Arts
- ▸Sport
Subject choices are studied during the application process to match the student's path and objectives.
School uniform
Uniform wearing depends on age and duration of stay:
- ▸Students aged 16 and over: generally no uniform
- ▸Under 16: stay ≤ 2 weeks: correct attire required
- ▸Under 16: stay ≥ 3 weeks: uniform mandatory
Details are specified before departure.
School calendar and holidays
The school year is punctuated by several holiday periods:
- ▸October holidays (half-term): possibility to stay on site with organized activities (additional cost)
- ▸Christmas holidays (end of December – beginning of January): mandatory return to family
- ▸February holidays (half-term): one week break, possibility to stay on site with organized activities (additional cost)
- ▸Spring holidays (April): two weeks, possibility to stay on site with organized activities (additional cost)
- ▸June break: one week break, possibility to stay on site with organized activities (additional cost)
Travel during school holidays is possible, under conditions, and may incur additional costs.
Life with a host family
Students live with a carefully selected British host family. Families are often experienced couples, sometimes without children, offering:
Les familles offrent :
- ▸a stable environment
- ▸great availability
- ▸real experience hosting international students
Les élèves :
- ▸have breakfast and dinner with the family
- ▸have lunch at the school cafeteria
- ▸receive a packed lunch on weekends
- ▸must respect house rules and British laws for minors
Room cleanliness, punctuality and academic investment are important elements of British family life.
Transport
Depending on the distance between home and school:
- ▸students can use public transport
- ▸a local transport card is provided for the entire stay
Supervision and safety
Student safety and well-being are a priority:
- ▸strong safeguarding culture in British schools
- ▸local coordinator available on site
- ▸regular follow-up with the student and host family
Oxford is recognized as a particularly safe city for teenagers.
What is included in the program
Before departure
- ✓Information meetings with other parents
- ✓Complete assistance for the application file
- ✓English level assessment (non-eliminatory)
During the stay
- ✓Host family placement
- ✓Full board accommodation
- ✓Enrollment in a British public high school
- ✓Complete integration into classes
- ✓Lunch at school
- ✓Local transport card
- ✓Monitoring by a local coordinator
- ✓Regular reports sent to parents
- ✓Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- ✓24/7 emergency number
- ✓IMMERSION team assistance
What is not included
- •Airline tickets
- •Pocket money
- •Insurance
- •Optional excursions or activities during holidays
- •Personal expenses
A demanding and rewarding academic immersion
The high school program in England is particularly suitable for serious, autonomous and motivated students, wishing to progress rapidly in English while discovering a structured and recognized education system.
Thanks to rigorous supervision and carefully selected placements in Oxford, IMMERSION guarantees a secure, enriching and formative experience.
England Through the Lens
Explore the daily life of our students in England through this gallery of authentic photos. Discover the precious moments shared with host families, school life in Oxford, and activities that make this experience an unforgettable adventure.
They lived the adventure
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