Introduction to STEM at SBC Canford
SBC Canford | Ages 11 – 15
What could be better than building your English whilst igniting your passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics?
Students who study STEM at Canford have the unique chance to study at a school that is frequently shortlisted as the best public school in the United Kingdom.
At Canford we believe that your English language abilities will go on to be a key asset in the incredible creations of tomorrow, which is why we are so passionate about training students in how STEM disciplines can be joined together to tackle real-world challenges.
At Canford you can start the spark that will ignite your STEM aspirations.
With its idyllic grounds and impressive facilities, discover why Canford School recently won Public Boarding School of the year and is the perfect place to be a STEM Explorer.
Students examine how the four STEM fields – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics – are used to advance contemporary technology.
Students will also participate in imaginative and cooperative workgroup design projects as part of our Time to Shine programme, where students put STEM theories and ideas into practice.
In our classes students get to study the mechanical and scientific principles that underpin an aeroplane’s engine, wheel, and other components.
How cutting-edge technology and design is using STEM to lessen humanity’s carbon footprint.
Be part of a cross curricular exploration of scientific and technological principles, which have defined the innovations we rely on each day.
Work in groups made up of classmates from all around the world, mirroring the working environment of university institutions and multinational professional environments around the globe.
Learn how to put essential 21st century skills into practice.
Refine your abilities in conducting research, evaluating a project, as well as designing and developing a scientific or technological idea or thesis.
Better your ability to prepare a presentation and to demonstrate your scientific findings connected to technological design.
By asking students to take part in such research and development tasks that culminate in presentations, you will not only build your knowledge of STEM subjects, but will be building your English language skills as well.
While studying STEM at Canford, you will have the chance to gain a fundamental grasp of technological and scientific concepts , which will assist laying the groundwork for any future studies or careers connected to STEM.
This course is ideal for you if you have a passion for creating innovative prototypes that could be used for current challenges like environmental protection, biomedical technology, robotics, and civil engineering.
| Start Date | End Date | Duration | General English Price | All Other Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 8th July 2024 | Monday 22nd July 2024 | 2 Weeks | £3,400 | £3,900 |
| Monday 8th July 2024 | Monday 29th July 2024 | 3 Weeks | £5,100 | - |
| Monday 8th July 2024 | Monday 5th August 2024 | 4 Weeks | £6,800 | - |
| Monday 22nd July 2024 | Monday 5th August 2024 | 2 Weeks | £3,400 | £3,900 |
| Monday 22nd July 2024 | Monday 12th August 2024 | 3 Weeks | £5,100 | - |
| Monday 29th July 2024 | Monday 12th August 2024 | 2 Weeks | £3,400 | - |
*Earlscliffe fee includes return transfers to/from London Heathrow and London Gatwick for flights/trains scheduled to arrive/depart between 9am-3pm on published arrival and departure day.
For other locations, we provide all our students with the option of using our Shared Transfer Service from/to London Heathrow Airport and St. Pancras International. The fees are:
| Campus | Single (one-way) | Return |
|---|---|---|
| SBC at Twyford School | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| SBC Canford | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| Headington | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| Eton | £85.00 | £160.00 |
| Oxford College | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| Cambridge College | £130.00 | £250.00 |
| Earlscliffe | Included in fees* | Included in fees* |
When a student arrives, an SBC staff member wearing a bright yellow t-shirt will be waiting to greet her/him and accompany them to our Welcome Club. At our Airport Welcome Club, she/he will have the chance to meet other students arriving, have some light refreshments and relax. After a little rest, students will be accompanied by students and SBC staff to board the coach and be taken directly to the school in a private coach.
The Shared Transfer Service can be used by students using the following flight and train times:
Flight lands on arrival day: 06:00-17:00
Flight take-off time on departure day: 08:00-18:00
The times outlined above also apply to students arriving and departing from Kings Cross St. Pancras train station.
If you book a flight outside of these times or to/from another UK airport, we can look at sending a staff member in a taxi to collect or drop off your child, but it will cost more than the Shared Transfer Service. Quotes are available upon request.
If you book a train or flight outside of these times or from another London airport, please contact your Admissions Manager for a private taxi quote. Please note this will cost more than our Shared Transfer Service from Heathrow, Kings Cross St. Pancras (& Gatwick for Earlscliffe students)
Important:
Flights must be booked on the arrival and departure dates so that all students can arrive and depart the course at the correct times.
STEM focuses on the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
Yes. Although we don’t focus on medicine in any detail in STEM specifically, unlike in Medicine or our Future Doctors courses at Headington, Cambridge and Eton.
Yes. Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs create opportunities to many different careers, including opportunities in engineering, science, and research. STEM professionals can explore a variety of fields from aeronautics to biochemistry.
STEM can be quite challenging, mainly because students are required to apply numerous theories and ideas; however, with the assistance of SBC STEM tutors, we can make STEM much more accessible.
Even though STEM is quite a rigorous subject, our tutors can modify the course’s content based on the students’ overall English proficiency and capacity for learning new material. At SBC none of our aspiring STEMicians are ever left behind in the classroom, which is something we take great pride in.
To make the most out of this course, students need a level of B1 or higher. Before the summer, your Admissions Manager will send your child(ren) an online placement test to complete. This will help us to ensure that this course is suitable for your child to participate in and benefit from.
At our graduation party, every student receives a certificate of completion to celebrate their achievements.
Our in-house academic team has produced a variety of SBC handouts that are distributed to students.
Notebooks and folders are given, however each student must bring their own pen to participate in class.
Students may be glad to hear that there is no pre-reading necessary for the course, however it would be helpful for students to continue practising their English to feel even more super confident.
My son was extremely happy about this experience. He enjoyed the campus life and all the activities. He met new friends from different countries with different cultures and he was able, thanks to the staff, to really have fun with all of them. He improved his English and his knowledge of English culture. GREAT!!! This experience was magic! A journey around the world!
Build your STEM knowledge this summer, and accelerate your way to an innovative future. Complete the form below and one of our friendly admissions team will be in touch.
