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Embassy Brighton Sussex

University of Sussex

Brighton is a popular seaside city, with beautiful Georgian architecture, great beaches, hip cafés and trendy shops.
Known as 'London by the sea', Brighton is a multi-cultural city that welcomes students of all nationalities in warm and friendly way. Our centre is located on the campus of well-known University of Sussex, only a short bus or train journey away from the city centre.
Quick Facts
Location: University of Sussex
Dates available: 20 Jun –15 Aug
Ages: 11–17, 18–19* (18 &19 yr olds accepted as part of a group with a leader)
Accommodation: Single room with en-suite
Emergency Number: +44 7771 845978
Living
- Single en-suite rooms spread across multiple residence blocks
- Flats of 4 to 6 rooms
- Rooms furniture includes a wardrobe, desk and chair
- Laundry available in each residence area for a small fee. Payment is cashless via an app
- Comfortable kitchens in each flat
- Meals are served in a spacious canteen
- Bedrooms,bathrooms and common areas are cleaned weekly
- Bed linen are changed weekly, students must bring their own towel
- Wi-Fi throughout
- A deposit of £30 is required upon arrival and replacement of lost room key is £70


Learning
- Lessons are taught by professional and friendly English teachers
- 20x45 minute lessons per week, morning or afternoon
- Placement test on day 1 to ensure students are in a class of the appropriate level
- Maximum 15 students per class
- Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities
- Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills
- Many classrooms have interactive whiteboards
- Materials included as well as an end of course report and certificate
- Classrooms are located in the Fulton Building
Programme Information
Arrival
Students will be welcomed upon arrival at the Fulton Building where they will register, check-in to their rooms and get their room keys.
Welcome
On the first evening, there will be a welcome activity which is designed to ensure students have the opportunity to meet the staff and the other students. They will get to know more about the campus, its facilities and other useful information which will help them during their stay.
Activities
Activities are organized in-between lessons and during the evenings. These activities could be on-site or near to the centre. They may include:
- Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, voLleyball and basketball
- Daytime activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops.
- Evening activities such as karaoke, talent show, and team games.
Getting to and From School Activities
Our students travel by coach or train for activities and excursions outside the centre.
Excursions and Trips
HALF-DAY TRIPS
- Our students get to explore exciting places such as Arundel Castle, Chichester, the historic town of Lewes as well as local visits to Brighton with the Sea Life Centre.
FULL-DAY EXCURSIONS
- London: students explore this exciting capital city and take a walking tour of central London (Westminster) and visit the National Gallery.
- Canterbury: visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most visited cities in the UK, filled with medieval buildings. Enjoy the gothic architecture of Canterbury Cathedral.
- Windsor Castle: students get to explore the charming, historic market town of Windsor and visit the Windsor Castle, home to the Queen of the United Kingdom.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
- Thorpe Park: enjoy extreme rides and attractions at this popular theme park.
- London: Madame Tussauds or Tower of London.
- Portsmouth: explore the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower and the Clarence Pier.
3 WEEK SAMPLE PROGRAMMES
Extra
Each 14 night stay will include 4 visits to Brighton, 2 half-day trips to other local places/cities of interest and 2 full-day excursions to other cities such as London, Canterbury and Windsor. Transport for trips may be by private coach or public transport.
Student may have lessons either in the morning or in the afternoon in week 1, alternating weekly after that.This programme is for illustrative purposes and activities and visits may change.
WEEK 1/4/7 | SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
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Jun21 / Jul12 / Aug2 | Jun22 / Jul13 / Aug3 | Jun23 / Jul14 / Aug4 | Jun24 / Jul15 / Aug5 | Jun25 / Jul16 / Aug6 | Jun26 / Jul17 / Aug7 | Jun27 / Jul18 / Aug8 | |
Morning | Arrivals/on-site activities or optional trip to London | Testing/Induction or Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Full-day trip to London with Westminster walking tour and National Gallery visit |
Afternoon | Local visit to Brighton | Half-day trip to Arundel Castle | Indoor Sports | Local visit to Brighton with Sea Life visit | Capture The Flag/ Drama | ||
Arts and Crafts | Dance Workshop | ||||||
Evening | Welcome Games or Quiz | Disco | Photo Scavenger Hunt | Kahoot Quiz | Lip Dub Presentation | Brighton Fashion Show | Film Night |
Brighton Bingo | Karaoke | Nature Walk | Blind Date |
WEEK 2/5 | SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jun28 / Jul19 | Jun29 / Jul20 | Jun30 / Jul21 | Jul1 / Jul22 | Jul2 / Jul23 | Jul3 / Jul24 | Jul4 / Jul25 | |
Morning | Arrivals/ on-site activities or optional trip to Portsmouth | Local visit to Brighton | Half-day trip to Lewes and Anne Cleeves House | Outdoor Sports | Local visit to Brighton Museum and Art Gallery | Campus Monopoly | Full-day trip to Canterbury with walking tour & Canterbury Cathedral |
Dance / Arts and Crafts | Dodgeball | ||||||
Afternoon | Testing/Induction or Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | ||
Evening | Welcome Games or Team Sports | Disco | Nature Walk | Outdoor Games | Hunger Games | Brighton Talent Show | Film Night |
Egg Drop | Karaoke | Oudoor Sports | Take Me Out |
See sample programme
WEEK 3/6 | SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
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Jul5 / Jul26 | Jul6 / Jul27 | Jul7 / Jul28 | Jul8 / Jul29 | Jul9 / Jul30 | Jul1 / Jul31 | Jul 11 / Aug1 | |
Morning | Arrivals/ on-site activities or Optional to Thorpe Park | Testing/Induction or Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Full-day trip to Windsor and Castle |
Afternoon | Local visit to Brighton | Half-day trip to Herstmonceux Observatory | Dance Workshop | Local Visit to Brighton Pier and the Lanes | Drama Workshop | ||
Indoor Sports | Indoor Sports | ||||||
Evening | Welcome Games or Quiz | Disco | Zombie Apocalypse | Karaoke | Embassy Theatre Show | Disco | Film Night |
Photo Workshop | The Voice | Murder Mystery | Speed Dating |
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