Partially Integrated Courses
A Unique Blend of English, School Life & Adventure
Our Partially Integrated Student Group Programme is designed for students aged 11 to 19 years old who want to boost their English language skills while also experiencing real lessons, activities, and trips alongside Buckswood students.
The programme is carefully balanced to provide an authentic taste of life at Buckswood School while ensuring dedicated English support. Students follow a timetable of:
50% English Lessons – 12 hours per week focusing on grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Lessons are dynamic and interactive, encouraging confidence in using English both inside and outside the classroom.
25% Integrated Lessons – Students join selected mainstream Buckswood classes and activities such as sports, music, art, debatin or business studies. This gives them the chance to practise English in a real academic and social setting.
25% Trips & Excursions – Carefully planned cultural visits. These include famous landmarks, museums, and attractions, as well as fun trips that help students practise English in the real world.
What Makes This Programme Special?
- Confidence in English: Students don’t just study English – they live it, using it daily with peers and teachers.
- Integration with British & International Students: A chance to make new friends, experience different teaching styles, and feel part of the Buckswood community.
- Varied Activities: From football training to creative arts, debating competitions to music workshops, there is something for everyone.
- Cultural Discovery: With weekly excursions, students explore history, culture, and modern UK life.
Academic Programme – Learn, Create, Inspire
Unlock your potential with 16 dynamic hours of English classes each week, designed to boost your spoken and written skills in an exciting and supportive environment. Our programme combines focused learning with interactive activities to make mastering English both effective and enjoyable. Whether you’re preparing for exams, building confidence, or exploring British culture, every lesson is crafted to inspire growth and creativity.
- Trinity English Lessons: Focused sessions to build speaking, listening, and grammar skills, preparing you for Trinity exam success.
- Debate & Drama: Build confidence and communication skills through lively debates and creative performances. Get ready to take the stage in a mini play and end with a final debate showdown!
- Slice of Britain: A fun, engaging session exploring British culture, traditions, and daily life. Discover what makes Britain unique — from cream teas to the Crown!
- Trip Learning Session: Dive into the history, culture, and purpose of our exciting upcoming visits.
- Global Changemakers: Explore environmental science, sustainability, and green innovation.
- Leadership & Entrepreneurship: Learn to lead with confidence and think like an entrepreneur. Develop teamwork, problem-solving, and action-taking skills.
- Young Diplomats & Business Communicators: Focus on Business English, negotiation, international relations, and entrepreneurship.
- English Through Creativity & Culture: Dive into creative writing, drama, film, art, and British cultural heritage.
Who Is It For?
This programme is ideal for:
- Students preparing for longer-term study in the UK.
Teenagers who want to experience boarding school life but with strong English support. - Young learners who are curious, adventurous, and ready to meet new friends from all around the world.
A Typical Week
- 12 hours of English lessons with specialist language teachers.
Integrated lessons/activities chosen to match students’ interests and level. - Wednesday full-day excursion to London, following one of our four pre-planned London trips.
- Weekend – Saturday trip to Hastings and Sunday a full day out to, Brighton, Cambridge, or local cultural sites.
- Evening activities (optional), including talent shows, sports competitions, movie nights, and international evenings.
The Buckswood Experience
At Buckswood Lions, we believe learning goes beyond the classroom. Our Partially Integrated Course gives students the confidence to adapt, engage, and thrive in an international environment—an experience that will stay with them for life.
Programme Keynote
• Minimum of 12 hours of English lessons per week. • Minimum of 12 hours of integrated lessons per week with our students from around the world. • Weekend trips of your choice can be added to the programme. • To ensure quality – a limited number of students. • Only available during school term dates.
Group leader – Thailand…
“As a group leader, I felt incredibly supported. The staff were professional, the activities were well-organised, and our students had the time of their lives.”