Boston Day Programme Junior English Course
Embassy Summer at Tufts University, Boston
The campus has fantastic facilities including a modern sports hall, indoor swimming pool and running track with a recreational field and outdoor space as well as spacious residence halls. It’s surrounded by beautiful New England villages and countryside, dramatic coastlines, popular beaches and the attractions of Boston is within easy reach. Each day is filled with great lessons and lots of exciting activities, without accommodation.
Quick facts
Location: Tufts University
Dates available: 30 June – 01 Aug 2025
Ages: 13 – 17
Accommodation: Not included
Emergency Number: +1 212 497 834
Living
This programme does NOT include accommodation. We recommend that parents book accommodation within easy reach of Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts
Arrival
Students will be welcomed upon arrival at Hillside Apartments where they will register.
Welcome
On the first day 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 informationwhich will help them during their days.
Activities
Activities are organised in between lessons and during evenings. These activities could be onsite or near to the centre. These may include:
Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball and basketball
Drama and performance activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops
Evening activities such as karaoke, talent show, and team games
Excursions and 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.
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 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.
New York City: Known as the Big Apple, students can explore its iconic sights
Six Flags New England: Students get to hang out at this cool theme park with worldclass roller coasters and over 100 rides.
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
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
Food Options
Breakfast
Not included
Lunch
Two courses, 3 options including a vegetarian option.
Packed lunches (provided at weekend): water, fruit, sandwich, crisps and biscuits/cake.
Evening Meal
Not included
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
Meals
Meals served in a large self-service canteen in Dewick-McPhie Dining Hall.
Travel times to nearest airports
| (BOS) Logan International Airport | 30-minute drive |
Local public transport services
| College Ave / Dearborn Road bus stop | 5-minute walk |
| West Medford subway station | 30-minute walk |
Student Welfare
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:
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
INSURANCE
If a student does not have insurance, guard. me insurance is available to purchase through Embassy Summer.
SAFE
A safe will be available for the storage of passports, travel documents and deposits.
In case of emergency
A 24 hour emergency telephone number is available all summer:
Location
Embassy Summer Centre
Tufts University
Conference and Event Services
Harleston Hall
30 Lower Campus Road
Medford, MA 02155-7049 USA
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Contact Us3 Week Sample Programmes
Extra
All Day Programmes start on a Monday and vary in length dependent on the centre. Some includes the full 7 days of the week, others 6 days (excluding Sundays) and the Malta programme for Juniors (8-13) include 5 days. Students will take part of lessons, have lunch at the centre and go on activities and excursions with the rest of the students. Below is a sample of the full summer programme.
Students will need to purchase a Charlie Card for $22.50 which will cover all transportation and excursions for the week.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 |
| 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 |
| Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 |
| Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon |
| 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 |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 |
| 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 |
| Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 |
| Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon |
| 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) |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 | Breakfast 7:30 |
| 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 |
| Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 | Lunch 12:30 |
| Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon | Afternoon |
| Cambridge & Harvrd Square |
Onsite Games | Shopping! | Onsites Sports: Badmitten or Socccer $Optional Bowling |
Nature Walk at Fresh Pond with Photo Scavenger Hunt |