IPC Exeter school group programmes follow a clear and well-balanced structure, combining English lessons, project work and cultural activities.
"One of my favourite activities was definitely walking around the different locations (especially the Exeter Cathedral / city centre and Sidmouth) accompanied by our guide, Harry, who created a light and joyful atmosphere while telling us really interesting facts and teaching us a lot about history and culture." Swamy, Treviso, March 26
A typical weekday programme includes:
Breakfast with your homestay host
Buses into school using bus pass provided
Morning English lessons focused on communication and spoken English - led by our appropriately qualified teachers - opportunity to practise your English
Break for packed lunch
Afternoon excursions, project work or cultural visits led by our experienced guides - opportunity to practise your English
Home to homestay for shared evening meal - opportunity to practise your English
Evening activities organised for the group on request
Weekends usually include a full-day excursion to a destination of cultural or historical interest. Private coach led by our experienced guide. Opportunity to practice your English
"Harry was very entertaining, knew lots of fun facts and could keep peoples' attention ! Lovely visiting with him."
Destinations and activities may include: Exeter tour inc Exeter Cathedral, Dartmoor National Park, Sidmouth seaside town, Totnes County Town, Topsham, Bath, King Arthur's Tintagel, Bristol, Canoeing, Climbing, Cricket, Swimming
"Our guide was really helpful and funny. I liked very much visiting the cities and places with him, and I learned things I didn't know before."
Each programme is adapted to the needs of the group, but follows this general structure to ensure a balance between academic learning and cultural experience.