Junior English Programme in Boston

Embassy Summer at Tufts University, Boston

Our Centre is located on the beautiful campus of prestigious Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts, only 20 minutes to downtown historic Boston.
The campus has fantastic facilities including a modern sports hall, indoor swimming pool, a running track with a recreational field, outdoor tennis courts and additional outdoor space. There are also spacious common areas located inside the spacious residence hall. Tufts University is surrounded by beautiful New England villages and countryside’s, dramatic coastlines, popular beaches and the attraction of the downtown city of Boston, Cambridge and Davis Square are within easy reach.

Key Facts:

Price (per week):

Single/double/triple standard rooms: $1820

Location: Boston, Tufts University

Dates: 29 June - 3 Aug 2025

Ages: 13– 18 (18 year olds accepted as part of a group leader)

Sample Excursions: Charles River Walk, Visit to Salem Massachusetts

Day Programme Available: $700

Always starting on a Monday including tuition, afternoon activities and lunch. No accommodation included. Contact us for more information.

Living

Standard single double & triple rooms with shared bathroom
Traditional US college dormitory layout
All rooms are furnished with a wardrobe, desk and chair
Laundry available in each residence building at a small fee
Meals are served in a large self-service canteen, with packed lunches provided when activities require
Communal facilities and bathrooms are cleaned daily
Wi-Fi throughout

Dining & facilities

Meals served in a large self-service canteen in Dewick-McPhie Dining Hall.

Breakfast

Cooked and continental which might include pancakes, eggs, juice, coffee, toast, cereal, fruit.

Lunch

Two courses, 3 options including a vegetarian option.
Packed lunches (provided at weekend): water, fruit, sandwich, crisps.

Evening Meal

Three courses, 3 options including a vegetarian and halal option.

Snacks

Vending machines located in the residence buildings for drinks and confectionery.

Facilities

Baseball field
Basketball and tennis courts
Indoor swimming pool
Gym available twice a week
Outdoor areas for games and activities

Learning

Taught by friendly and professional English teachers
20 x 45 minute lessons per week each morning
Placement test on day 1 to ensure students in appropriate level
Approximately 17 students per class
Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities

Arrival

Students will be welcomed upon arrival at Harleston Hall where they will register and get their room keys so that they can check in to their rooms.

Welcome

On the first evening there will be a welcome activity which is designed to ensure students have the opportunity to meet staff and other students and get to know more about the campus, its facilities and useful information which will help them during their stay.

Activities

Activities are organized after lessons and lunch in the afternoons during evenings. These activities could be onsite or near to the center. These may include:

Sports such as football, tennis, swimming, table tennis, volleyball and basketball
Drama and performance activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops
Evening activities such as karaoke, talent show, arts & crafts and team games

Excursions and Trips

Our students get to explore exciting places in and around Boston such as: Harvard University, MIT University, The Sports Museum, The Freedom Trail and the Massachusetts State House.

Charles River Walk: A fantastic view of the Boston skyline from the Charles River, with a visit to the Museum of Science
Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market: Students go shopping at this historic marketplace including a visit to downtown crossing and Chinatown.
Old and New Boston: A visit to the USS Constitution Ship and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

Upgraded Packages or Optional Activities could include the following:

New York City: Known as the Big Apple, students can explore New York City’s many iconic sights including Central Park, Times Square and of course amazing shopping.
Boston Aquarium: Students will see many species exhibited at the aquarium including harbor and northern fur seals, California sea lions, African and southern rockhopper penguins, giant Pacific octopuses, weedy sea dragons, and thousands of saltwater and freshwater fishes
Six Flags New England: Students get to hang out at this cool theme park with world-class roller coasters and over 100 rides.
Whale Watching: Students will set sail on the Whale Watch tour for an experience of a lifetime!
Newport Rhode Island: Students will hike the cliff walks and visit 2 of the amazing mansions along the way.

3 Week Sample Programmes

Extra

Each 14-night stay will include 5 half-day excursions to exciting places around Boston such as Harvard University, Quincy Market, The Sports Museum, Massachusetts State House & MIT University. It will also include 2 full-day excursions: Charles River and the famous City of Salem Massachusetts.
Student may have lessons either in the morning or in the afternoon in week 1, alternating weekly after that.
Students will be provided with a complimentary Charlie Card which will cover all transportation and excursions for the week.

This programme is for illustrative purposes and activities and visits may change.

Week 1	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Morning	Welcome to Boston!	Placement & Orientation 9:00 AM -12:30 PM	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Full Day Trip to Charles River Walk & Visit the Museum of Science
Afternoon	Boston Shopping or Upgrade to Newport Cliffwalks	Davis Square with Scavenger Hunt, Campus Tour & University Life, & Provisions Run	Exploring the Freedom Trail	Visit Harvard University and Cambridge Sq	Visit to Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market	Trip to Sports Museum and Explore the North End/Little Italy
Evening	7:00 WELCOME PARTY Getting to Know You Games or Sports!	On Site: Ice Cream Social followed by Jeopardy Game Night, Sports in the Gym or Outdoor Tennis	Nathan Tufts Park w/ Photo Scavanger Hunt	Onsite: Tye Dye Tee Shirts or Night at the Gym	Downtown Crossing & Chinatown History with Shopping!	Onsite: Celebration of Graduation & Birthdays followed by a Dance Party w/ Karaoke	Onsite: Casino Night
Week 2	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Morning	Brunch	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Day Trip to Revere Beach & Boardwalk for swiming, beach sports and shopping!
Afternoon	Public Gardens with photo Scavanger Hunt OR Upgrade to Six Flags	Shopping on Newbury Steet & Assembly Row	Visit the Massachusettes State House w/ Multiple Choice Quiz & Stroll Beacon Hill	Visit MIT University Guided by ES & Ugrade to MIT Museum	Explore Old & New Boston including the USS Constitution Ship	Visit Boston Public Library OR Upgrade to Fenway Park
Evening	Evening Social including "Geting to know you" games with new students	Onsite: Activity Club with Arts & Craft Board Games or Badminton or US Sports Night	Explore Copley Sq and the Prudetial	Onsite: US Sports Night Including Swimming or Upgrade to Kayaking on the River	4th of July Celebration/ Or Visit Institue of Contempory Art	Onsite: Celebration of Graduation & Birthdays followed by a Dance Party w/ Karaoke	Onsite: Movie Night or Onsite US Sports
Week 3	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Morning	Brunch	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Lessons 9:00- 12:30	Trip to "Witch City" & Explore Historic Salem, Massachusetts OR Upgrade to the Aquarium
Afternoon	Jazz on the Porch or Upgrade to a Red Socks Baseball Game	Cambridge & Harvrd Square	Scavanger Hunt at along the Boston Harbor	Shopping in the City!	Onsite US Sports	Nature Walk at Fresh Pond with Photo Scavenger Hunt
Evening	Evening Social including "Geting to know you" games with new students	Onsite: Activity Club with Arts & Crafts, Board Games or Badminton or US Sports Night	Museum of Fine Arts	Onsite: US Sports Night Including Swimming	Kayaking or Bicycling along the River with Photo Contest	Onsite: Celebration of Graduation & Birthdays followed by a Dance Party w/ Karaoke	Onsite: Movie Night or Onsite US Sports

Student Welfare

We place the highest priority on care and supervision at all of our Embassy Summer centres so you can rest assured students are well looked after. Members of staff are available 24 hours a day.

Student Services

Our student support staff can help you with:

- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Information about local services
- Assistance with individual and personal problems
- Emergency contact

Medical information

If a student needs medical attention an Embassy staff member will help make an appointment. Group leaders must accompany the student to an appointment. An Embassy staff member will accompany any student that is not part of a group. All costs have to be paid by the student. Students must have written consent from their parent or guardian for any medical treatment to be administered.

LOCAL HOSPITAL

Lawrence Memorial Hospital, 170 Governor’s Avenue, Medford, MA 02155, Tel: +1 781 306 6000