The Young Learner
Specialists

ACTIVITY PROGRAMME


You'll be amazed at the range of activities, entertainments and excursions we offer!

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Punting

Excursion Activity - Punting

Quidditch

Quidditch

Arts & Crafts

Arts & Crafts

Tag Rugby

Tag Rugby

Basketball

Basketball

Tennis

Tennis

Multi-activity sessions offer a choice of sports, arts and creative activities and vary centre to centre every day. Some are challenging, some teach you new skills, some are simply fun. Most evening activities involve all the students and are really entertaining.

SPORTS

  • Aerobics
  • Athletics
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Dance
  • Dodgeball
  • Fitness
  • Fives
  • Football
  • Lacrosse
  • Netball
  • Real Tennis
  • Squash
  • Swimming
  • Table tennis
  • Ultimate frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Water polo
  • Yoga



ARTS + CREATIVE ACTIVITIES

  • Arts and crafts
  • Baking
  • Digital photography
  • Drama games
  • Film-making
  • Henna hand painting
  • Stop-motion animation

SPECIAL EVENTS

  • Archery
  • Ceilidh (traditional dancing)
  • Circus skills
  • Pool party
  • Steel pan drumming workshop




EVENING ACTIVITIES

  • British garden fête
  • Disco
  • Interactive treasure hunt
  • Murder mystery
  • Student performance
  • Survival skills
  • Talent shows
  • Team challenges
  • Traditional British games

We also offer Special Options at some of our centres. Click here for more information.

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EXCURSIONS

We have an exciting range of excursions and study visits on offer! Have fun with your new friends at theme parks, zoos and famous London landmarks. Learn more about British culture as you explore historic cities, famous university colleges, castles, museums, galleries, contemporary landmarks and more!
All tickets/entrance fees are included.

Before excursions you may research your destinations in class. Small tasks may be set whilst you're out and about (e.g. a photographic scavenger hunt) to help you get the most out of your trips.

OXFORD

Explore Oxford on a walking tour of this beautiful university city and visit some of the most historic, interesting and stunning sights. You'll go punting, and you could also sign up for a College visit!

Offered at Winchester



Botanic Gardens

CANTERBURY

Discover the charm of Canterbury! You'll explore the stunning Canterbury Cathedral, immerse yourself in centuries of history and culture, and enjoy the city's vibrant shops and cafes.

Offered at Benenden

Canterbury Cathedral

SOUTHAMPTON

Learn all about the history of the Titanic at the SeaCity Museum in Southampton, where the doomed ship first embarked on its voyage in 1912. Afterwards, visit the nearby Westquay shopping centre for a bit of retail therapy - a perfect day out for a blend of history and modern delights!

Offered at Winchester

HMS Titanic

THORPE PARK

Thorpe Park Resort is an amazing theme park with over 30 thrilling rides, attractions and live events for everyone to enjoy.

Offered at Benenden Teens and Winchester






Thorpe Park

ALTON TOWERS

Get ready for thrills with a day trip to Alton Towers! Enjoy world-class roller coasters, exciting rides, and attractions for all ages at the UK's premier theme park.

Offered at Shrewsbury

Alton Towers

CHESSINGTON

Chessington World of Adventures is an exciting theme park just outside of London. With over 40 exhilarating rides to try and a zoo to visit, this is a fun-filled day out for all students.

Offered at Benenden Young Learners





Chessington

MARGATE

Enjoy a day trip to Margate! Visit the iconic Dreamland amusement park for fun rides and an iconic British seaside experience, then explore the stunning Turner Contemporary gallery by the sea.

Offered at Benenden

Dreamland

BLISTS HILL

Experience history come to life on an excursion to Blists Hill. Step back in time at this Victorian town, explore its quaint streets, and see traditional crafts in action. You'll also be able to see The Iron Bridge - the very first major bridge in the world to be made of cast iron!


Offered at Shrewsbury

Blists Hill

LONDON

This year our excursion programme in London is better than ever. There will be trips to the British Museum, the Tower of London, Westminster, and Greenwich Royal Observatory...plus the amazing shopping opportunities in Covent Garden, at Hamleys and on Oxford Street!

Offered at Benenden and Winchester


Tower Bridge

BATH

Explore the famous Roman Baths - a stunning ancient site - and enjoy a relaxing shopping spree in the city's charming boutiques and high-street stores. Discover Bath's unique blend of history and style.

Offered at Winchester

Bath

CHESTER

Visit the historic city of Chester, located right next to the England-Wales border. With its unique architecture and the well-known Chester Zoo, there's lots to discover on a day out here.

Offered at Shrewsbury




Chester

WARWICK CASTLE

Experience history and adventure on your excursion to Warwick Castle! Explore the stunning medieval fortress, enjoy live shows, and immerse yourself in over 1,000 years of history.

Offered at Shrewsbury


Warwick Castle