WHD MINISTAYS

WHD MINISTAYS DISCOVER AND EXPERIENCE THE EXTRAORDINARY 2025/2026

A BESPOKE MINISTAY PROGRAMME LIKE NO OTHER

AIMS & VALUES

Our Ministay programmes are designed with flexibility, offering tailored experiences in language learning, history, academics, sport, arts, or culture. With three distinctive options – EAL-focused, immersion, or activity-based – we create stays that inspire and engage every group. Previous highlights include students serving as mascots for a professional football team, performing at the Charles Dickens Festival, and receiving hockey coaching from an international player.

• Build students’ confidence • Improve students’ skills and knowledge • Provide additional opportunities through a range of enrichment activities • Experience British culture and way of life • Meet and make friends with people from around the world • Provide a safe, kind and caring environment

The EAL programme provides a minimum of 15 hours of English lessons each week, complemented by real-life opportunities to practise language skills in authentic contexts. From afternoon tea on arrival to a traditional English breakfast on departure, every detail introduces students to the richness of British culture.

Supported by qualified English teachers, dedicated pastoral staff, and a safe, secure setting, we ensure every stay is memorable, rewarding, and truly unique.

WHERE TO FIND US

The aims of WHD Ministays are to:

Course options: • English as an Additional Language • Sports • Prep Immersion experience • Senior Immersion experience • London • Creative Art • University Tours and Workshops • Tours and Activity Week

ADDITIONAL CHARGES: WHD MINISTAY

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West End Musical Excursion £50 per person

Additional Group Leader £250 per week

Harry Potter Studio Excursion £70 per person

Transfers Available on request

The international transfer and transport links are also desirable and convenient. We can arrange transfers from all major London airports (Gatwick, Heathrow, Stanstead, Luton) at the best rates available Gatwick.

For more information or to book please contact Paul Buss on: +44 (0)1843 86299 or email: pmb@wellesleyhaddondene.co.uk

SAMPLE EAL PROGRAMME Day 1

AM

Day 2

Day 3

EAL Lesson

PM

Cream Tea on Arrivals

Half Day Excursion Canterbery

Evening

Ice Breaker Games Night

Evening Swimming

Day 4

Day 5

EAL Lesson

EAL Lesson

Day 1

Day 6

Day 2

Day 3

Sports Afternoon

EAL Lesson Art Workshop

Quiz

BBQ and Dance Class

English Breakfast & Depart

Sports Afternoon is football, hockey, cricket, swimming or rounders depending on the season.

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Day Trip to London

School Immersion WHD

School Immersion WHD

Day 7

School Immersion WHD

AM School Immersion WHD

Day Trip to London Monuments, Museums, Shopping

SAMPLE IMMERSION PROGRAMME

PM

Cream Tea on Arrival

Evening

Ice Breaker Games Night

Beach Trip & Games

Basketball/ Dodgeball

Pizza Workshop & Movie

English Breakfast & Depart

Monuments, Museums, Shopping Evening Swim Waterpolo

Disco

We can accommodate other activities based on group preferences either on our campus or off-site to suit your budget.

For more information or to book please contact Paul Buss on: +44 (0)1843 86299 or email: pmb@wellesleyhaddondene.co.uk

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

OUR FACILITIES

 English (EAL)

 Immersion

 Sports

 London

Set in 20 acres of stunning parkland, our campus is within walking distance of multiple idyllic sandy beaches. The perfect location for students wishing to experience the best of England during their ministay. From the Kent coast, to London (only an hour away!), to the historic and beautiful locations of Dover & Canterbury, we are perfectly situated. With excellent community links, we can offer unique and one-ofa-kind cultural experiences for our groups.

Agreed full time bespoke programme 3 meals and 2 snacks included each day 3 hours per week of evening activities Beach School Once weekly off-site excursion 1 Group Leader per 8 students Group bedrooms of 4-6 students Airport transfers: (Approx. journey time in car from selected airport) Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 1 hr 30 min Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 1 hr 50 min Stansted Airport (STN) - 1 hr 50 min London Luton Airport (LTN) - 2 hr 15 min End of course certificate of attendance

 Bright, spacious classrooms, many with interactive whiteboards

On-site sport fields  Swimming Pool

 Free wireless internet

 Science labs

 Dining room

 Drama Studio

 Artroom

 Tennis Courts

 Disabled access/facilities

 Cricket Pitch

 Squash Court

For more information or to book please contact Paul Buss on: +44 (0)1843 86299 or email: pmb@wellesleyhaddondene.co.uk

WHD MINISTAYS HOW TO BOOK If you would like to plan your next group visit to the UK, please contact us and we will be happy to provide you with a detailed proposal.

+44 (0)1843 862991 pmb@wellesleyhaddondene.co.uk