Preston (Myerscough College)
Attractive campus set in picturesque countryside. Fantastic excursion programme includes 2 nights in Edinburgh plus Manchester, Liverpool, Lake District, Lancaster, Blackpool and Preston!
| Ages: | 8 - 11 and 12 - 18 |
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| Dates: | 30/06/19 - 28/07/19 |
| Accommodation: | Single en-suite |
Why choose this centre?
- 2 nights all-inclusive Edinburgh stay included in the package price!
- Safe and secure campus in countryside location, perfect for younger students
- New younger learners syllabus for 8 – 11 year olds
- 4 half day excursions + 1 full day excursion + 2 nights in Edinburgh per 2 week course
- Great on-site sports facilities including two sports halls, all weather pitches, grass pitches and playing fields.
- Multi-Activity programme with wide range of activities including sports, arts & crafts, project work and more
Campus
Our summer school takes place at Myerscough College, a land-based Higher and Further Education college located in beautiful English countryside 11km from Preston city centre. The college is approximately 65km from Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District, making it a great location for exploring the north west of England’s most famous cities and attractions. This attractive campus offers modern facilities in a safe and peaceful environment.
Accommodation
- Modern single bedrooms all with private ensuite bathrooms
- Apartment style
- Shared kitchen/common room per 5-6 rooms
- Key and towel provided
- Damage deposit of £40
Sports Facilities
- Two indoor sports halls (including new basketball hall built 2016)
- Two artificial outdoor pitches (one astroturf and one 3G)
- Grass pitches and playing fields
- 9-hole golf course (available to students with previous golfing expereince only and at additioal charge)
Other Facilities
- “Stumble Inn” bar & common room for evening activities
- Lecture theatre with large screen for films
- Large modern dining room
- Classrooms with smart boards
- On campus shop and vending machines
- Library with computers & internet access
- Beautiful & award winning landscaped gardens
- Garden centre with cafe
- Self-service laundry. Approx £4 for wash and dry
Internet
- Free wi-fi internet access throughout the campus
Trinity Exam
- Trinity Exam included in the package price
- Exam preparation throughout the course
Optional Enterprise English Workshops
- Optional 1 x 3 hour Enterprise English workshop per week
- Workshops cover Job interview skills, CV & cover letter writing, work based role plays & more
- Enterprise English Workshops take place instead of local visit or sports on campus and are led by teachers
- Enterprise English workshops must be booked before arrival
- Open to all students A2 level and above at no additional cost
Optional Drama & Street Dance Workshops
- Optional 90-minute drama & street dance session every week
- Led by specialist facilitators
- Open to all students at no extra cost
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Downloads
Preston centre profile 2019 1.88 MB
Preston sample programme 91.46 KB
Map and directions
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Transport Facts
Bus/Local travel
- 11km to Preston city centre by private coach
- 25km to Lancaster city centre by private coach
- All local travel costs included
Airports
- Manchester (MAN): 60 minutes
- Liverpool (LIV): 60 minutes
- Leeds Bradford (LBA): 105 minutes
- East Midlands (EMA): 120 minutes
- Birmingham (BHX): 120 minutes
- London Heathrow (LHR): 300 minutes