Boston Junior English Course
Embassy Summer at Tufts University, Boston
Welcome to Boston! Our centre is located on the beautiful campus of the prestigious Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts only 20 minutes from downtown historic Boston.
Fantastic campus facilities include a modern sports hall, indoor swimming pool and running track with a recreational field, outdoor space and spacious residence halls. The beautiful villages of New England, dramatic coastlines, popular beaches and the attractions of Boston are all within easy reach.
Key Facts:
Price: $1,590 per week (price includes tuition, trips, activities, accommodation and full board)
Day Programme: $640 per week
Location: Boston
Dates: 25 June - 30 July
Ages: 13– 18 (18 year olds accepted as part of a group leader)
Accommodation: Single,Double,Triple standard rooms
Sample Excursions: Charles River Walk, Newport - Rhode Island and Scusset Beach
Day programme available: Always starting on a Monday including tuition, activities and lunch. No accommodation included. Contact us for more information.
✓ Standard single, twin and triple rooms with shared bathroom
✓ Traditional US college dormitory layout
✓ All rooms are furnished with a wardrobe, desk and chair
✓ Air conditioning in all rooms
✓ Laundry available in each residence building
✓ Towels provided
✓ Meals are served in a large self-service canteen
✓ Communal facilities and bathrooms are cleaned daily
✓ Wi-Fi throughout
Activities and excursions are scheduled every afternoon and evening, with full-day excursions at the weekend. All activities are designed to continue the learning in a fun and enjoyable way, encouraging students to develop life skills and make new friends through sport, activities and socially interactive games.
Activities
Sports: With a choice of football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball and basketball.
Drama and performance activities, such as drama workshops and scavenger hunts.
Evening activities: such as karaoke, talent show, and team games.
Half-day trips:
Our students get to explore exciting places in and around Boston such as Harvard University, MIT University, the New England Aquarium and Massachusetts State House.
Full-Day Excursions*
Newport, Rhode Island: Visit this historic city by the sea with great shops, incredible mansions and colonial architecture.
Scusset Beach: nice sandy beach with crystal clear water
Charles River Walk: View the Boston skyline from the Charles River and visit the Museum of Science.
Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market:
Students go shopping at this historic market place 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.
Fenway Park: The home of the Boston Red Sox baseball team. Also includes a visit to Boston Public Library, Copley Square and the Prudential Building.
*Students will be provided with a complimentary Charlie Card which will cover all transportation and excursions for the week.
The classroom is at the heart of your Boston Junior English Course. English Lessons are student-centred and encourage the development of relevant language skills.
- 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
- Maximum 17 students per class
- Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities
- Classrooms are standard style
- Classrooms are located at Tufts University campus
- Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills
- Materials included as well as an end of course report
Meals:
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 and biscuits/cake.
Evening Meal
Three courses, 3 options including a vegetarian and halal option.
Snacks
Vending machines located in the residence buildings for drinks and confectionery.
Classrooms: Standard classrooms located on campus.
Sports Facilities: Baseball field, basketball and tennis courts, indoor swimming pool and outdoor areas for games and activities.
Common Room: Shared common area in each flat.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi throughout the campus and in bedrooms.
Travel times to nearest airports
(BOS) Logan International Airport | 30 mins |
Local public transport services
College Ave / Dearborn Road bus stop | 1 min walk |
West Medford subway station | 30 mins walk |
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Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | |
Welcome to Boston ! |
Placement & Orientation 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Full Day Trip |
Brunch 9:30 - 11:00 AM |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
to Charles River Walk |
On Site Games or Boston Shopping Newport CliffWalks |
Davis Square with Scavenger Hunt, Campus Tour & University Life, Boston Culture Club & 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 |
& Visit the Museum of Science |
Dinner LIU 5:30-6:30 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 |
7:00 WELCOME PARTY Getting to Know You Games or Sports! OR $Optional Broadway Show |
On Site: Ice Cream Social followed by Jeopardy Game Night (Prizes!!) or Soccer in the Park |
Nathan Tufts Park w/ Photo Scavanger Hunt |
Onsite: Tye Dye Tee Shirts! |
Downtown Crossing & Chinatown History with Shopping! |
Onsite: Celebration of Graduation & Birthdays followed by a Dance Party w/ Karaoke |
Onsite: Casino Night |
Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | |
Having fun in New York! | Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
All Day Trip to "Witch City" & Explore Historic Salem, Massachusetts |
Brunch 9:30 - 11:00 AM |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
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Public Gardens with photo Scavenger Hunt OR Optionnal Six Flags OR Optionnal Jazz on the Porch |
Shopping on Newbury Street & Assembly Row |
Visit the Massachusettes State House w/ Multiple Choice Quiz Then Stroll Beacon Hill |
Visit MIT University Guided by ES & OPTIONAL MIT Museum |
Explore Old & New Boston including the USS Constitution Ship |
Visit Boston Public Library OR $Optional Fenway Park (12 Student Minimum) |
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Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 |
ONSITE ESCAPE ROOM |
Onsite: Activity Club w/Rock Painting, Board Games, Sidewalk Chalk, Music and more or Badminton or US Sports Night |
Week 2: 4th of July Celebration Week 4: Exploring Tufts University Grounds and Quiz $ Optional Bowling |
Onsite: US Sports Night Including Swimming or $Optional Kayaking on the River |
Institue of Contempory Art | Onsite: Celebration of Graduation & Birthdays followed by a Dance Party w/ Karaoke |
Onsite: Movie Night with Concessions or US Sports Or July 8th $Optional Red Socks Game |
Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | |
Having fun in New York! | Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Lessons 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
Departure |
Brunch 9:30 - 11:00 AM |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
Lunch 12:30 |
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Jazz on the Porch via Ferry or Optional Red Socks Baseball Game |
Cambridge & Harvard Square | Onsite Games | Shopping! | Onsites Sports: Badmitten or Socccer (Optional) Bowling |
Nature Walk at Fresh Pond with Photo Scavenger Hunt |
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Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 | Dinner 5:30-6:45 |
Onsite : Sports Jeopardy Game or Hang out at the Gym |
Onsite : Activity Club w/Rock Painting, Board Games, Sidewalk Chalk, Music and more or Badminton or US Sports Night |
Scavanger Hunt at along the Boston Harbor |
Museum of Fine Arts | Institue of Contempory Art | Onsite: Celebration of Graduation & Birthdays followed by a Dance Party w/ Karaoke |
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