Taunton School's Senior STEM Summer Camp is an exciting program tailored for teens passionate about science and technology. This two-week camp includes 12.5 hours of English lessons and 10 hours each week dedicated to engaging STEM activities. Students participate in hands-on experiments, design, and construction projects, guiding them through the entire process from conceptualization to completion. The curriculum features varying themes, enhanced by relevant field trips that broaden the learning experience. Set within a sprawling 56-acre campus, the camp boasts modern academic facilities with Smartboards and Wi-Fi. Students also have access to comprehensive sports facilities, including indoor pools, sports halls, tennis courts, a climbing wall, and an Olympic-sized hockey pitch. Additionally, state-of-the-art arts and crafts facilities, such as a theatre, art studios, music school, and dance studio, are available. With a newly opened dining hall offering a diverse range of self-service meal options, participants can enjoy a well-rounded experience while exploring new interests and engaging in various activities throughout their time at the camp.
All teaching materials plus full academic report and course certificate;Modern classrooms with Smartboards;Campus-wide Wi-Fi;Specialised facilities: Library, Art studios, Design workshops;State-of-the-art Science labs;Two indoor swimming pools;Sports amenities: gym, fitness suite, climbing wall;Tennis, squash courts, Olympic-sized hockey pitch;Theatre, kitchen, dance studio, Music School;Newly-opened dining hall;Laundry facilities;Ideal for diverse student needs and interests;Opportunities and coaching in new sports and activities;Excursions;Select airport transfers
A Taunton School summer course includes lots of new adventures and experiences. It is important for students to see and discover as much as they can as this further fuels their appetite for learning. Over the duration of their course, students see many different aspects of British culture, such as the galleries and museums of London, the world- famous colleges of Oxford University, the Roman City of Bath through to the historic city port of Bristol and World Heritage Site of Stonehenge.
Excursions are also about having fun, so some courses include trips to theme parks, beaches and famous cities, as well as offering the chance to explore the outstanding natural beauty in the area surrounding Taunton School. In the evenings, summer course participants can indulge in a wide range of sports, activities and workshops which cater for all interests and ages. You could try your hand at archery, fencing, zorbing, sailing, canoeing, climbing on the high ropes, croquet, T-shirt painting and horse riding to name but a few!
At Taunton Summer School, students find accommodation in one of two homely boarding houses, Thone or The Grange. Each house provides bedrooms that host between three to six students, and to promote English communication, they're often paired with peers of different native languages. This careful pairing greatly accentuates their English language proficiency. The size of Taunton's summer courses is optimally structured to ensure both a sense of community and individualised attention, making each student's experience safe, memorable, and unparalleled.
The familial ambiance of the school is maintained by seasoned House Parents and dedicated boarding staff. A commendable student-staff ratio ensures consistent support and guidance. Health is prioritised with a dedicated matron, accessible nurses, and doctors, and a hospital within a 10-minute reach. This nurturing environment ensures that students, irrespective of their origins, quickly assimilate, finding comfort and assurance in their new 'family' and companions.