 2008 Junior Summer Program Abroad - FRANCE
Cultural Embrace offers several options for teenagers to study and immerse themselves in the French culture. We have partnered with one of France's most reputable educational institution located in Paris and Biarritz. Our summer programs are for students who wish to improve their language skills in an international environment, discover the French culture and way of life, and have fun.
We offer a variety of options in France. Why so many options? So you can select the way you want to live, learn and love France! Teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 years old may experience France in either 1) Two locations in Paris: a) Bretigny and b) Igny; or 2) beautiful coastal Biarritz; or in Touraine.
Each day is full of many exciting things to do! All programs include 15 French language lessons per week in the morning, and afternoons are filled with organized activities and outings. Each group will have less than 15 students per level. A placement test will be provided on the first day of class to determine each students' French level. Furnished rooms and all meals are included at all locations. Paris-Bretigny and Biarritz programs offer housing with carefully selected host family; Paris-Igny's accommodations are in 2, 3, or 4 bedded rooms in a French boarding school, and Touraine offers 6-8 bedded rooms at St. Cyran College.
Discover the Similarities - Share the Differences!
A Summer in France Offers:
- A way to learn French in a multicultural, healthy, and friendly environment
- An experience of French culture and traditions with friendly and qualified supervision by native teachers, monitors and staff
- An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
- An opportunity to participate in and learn French cultural activities (e.g.: language, cooking, crafts)
- A way to discover French with memorable travel experiences and ways to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about
- The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
- A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills
Cultural Embrace Offers:
- 15 French lessons per week
15 lessons of French per week from Monday to Friday. A maximum of 15 students per group. Classes taught by native French teachers. A combination of grammar, written, and conversational methodologies taught.
- Room & Board
Furnished rooms and all meals are included for all programs. Carefully selected local families host students in Paris Bretigny and Biarritz. Residential accommodations available in Paris-Igny and Touraine. Special dietary/allergy needs will be met upon request.
- Classroom Materials
Study materials for class are provided (textbook/workbook and photocopies of exercises).
- Social Activities and Excursions
Daily social activities and full-day excursions once a week are include
- Travel Insurance: Comprehensive Medical Coverage
Our program includes a comprehensive international traveler's medical coverage.
- Arrival Assistance
Round-trip airport or train station pick-up/drop-off in Paris-Bretigny, Paris-Igny, and Biarritz. Optional round-trip transfer to Touraine €170 camp.
- Cultural Embrace Kit
Useful tips, advice, and information to prepare you for the amazing adventure of traveling abroad.
- 24-Hours Full-time Representation & Supervision
Cultural Embrace provides bi-lingual representation in the United States and France prior to, during, and after your placement.
FRANCE: Paris-Bretigny, Paris-Igny, Biarritz, and Tourriane
Learn French in some of the most beautiful areas of France!
Paris-Bretigny: Located in the south-west of Paris, Bretigny-sur-Orge is a quiet and growing town of 20,000 inhabitants, offering the quality of life found in the suburbs. Since its foundation in Roman times, it has kept its beautiful green scenary. Only a 45-minute drive from the center of Paris, it offers the best of both worlds. (Arrival: Paris)
Accommodation: Rooms are usually shared with another student of the same gender but different nationality at a carefully selected host family's home. All meals are included, with breakfasts and dinners at your local home. You will have a packed lunch or eat in the cafeteria with your group during the week. Weekends meals are usually enjoyed with your host family.
Excursions & Visits: 1 full-day and 3 half-days per wewek (ie: Eiffel Tower, Bateaux Mouches, Versailles, the Louvre, Eurodisney, the Loire Valley, and more)
Recreational: 1 half-day per week: tennis, swimming, soccer, or basketball tournaments with French students.
Paris-Igny: Located in the heart of the Vallee de la Bievre, in the south-west of Paris, Igny (10,000 inhabitants) is a safe suburban town. The area abounds in castles, museums, parks, and forests. Come and join our residential program and enjoy a great experience only 45 minutes away from Paris by train. (Arrival: Paris)
Accommodation: 2,3, or 4 bedded room with desk, wardrobe and bathroom. All meals are included to suit the needs and tastes of teenagers. One adult supervision for every ten students.
Excursions & Visits: 1 full-day and 3 half-days per week (ie: Eiffel Tower, Bateaux Mouches, Versailles, the Louvre, Eurodisney, the Loire Valley, and more).
Recreational: 3 half-days per week: tennis, swimming, soccer, or basketball jusic, drama wokshops. Evening activities include talent contests, performances, game night, videos, dances.
Biarritz: This attractive cosmopolitan resort on the Atlantic coast is internationally renowned for its sandy beaches and incredible waves. It is one of the best surfers meeting points in the world. The town has much to offer with its numerous boutiques, surfer shops, cafes and restaurants. (Arrival: Biarritz)
Accommodation: Rooms are usually shared with another student of the same gender but different nationality at a carefully selected host family's home. All meals are included, with breakfasts and dinners at your local home. You will have a packed lunch or eat in the cafeteria with your group during the week. Weekends meals are usually enjoyed with your host family.
Excursions & Visits: 1 full-day and 3 half-days per wewek (ie: Bayonne, the Basque country, San Sebastian via the French and Spanish coasts, Saint-Jean e Luz, and more)
Recreational: 1 half-day per week with qulified monitors: beach volleyball, soccer, bowling, golf, traditional pelota, surfing, rafting. Evening activities: beach parties, bowling, and more.
Touraine: Often called the 'cradle of the French language', St. Cyran College is an agricultrual school specializing in horses with its own stable of 180 horses and ponies. Set on its own land and entirely surrounded by woods, the capus enjoys a very safe and convenient location, close to many of the famous Loire Valleny Castles and only 250km away from Paris. (Arrival: Paris or Tours)
Accommodation: 6-8 bedded rooms with individual storage drawers with locks, and modern bathrooms. All meals are included to suit the needs and tastes of teenagers. ,
Excursions & Visits: Full-day excursions once a week to one of the famous historical cities of the Loire Valley (ie: Blois, Amboise, or Loches, Chenonceau Castle)
Recreational: Every day ~3 hours of social activities (ie: drama, craft, art workshops) or sports (ie: horse riding and grooming, biking, swimming, pool scuba diving, go-karting, teacm sports, and games). Evening activities: camp fires, games, dances, films, talent shows, and performances.
A Sample Schedule in France
Monday to Friday mornings: French language lessons
Monday to Friday afternoons: Cultural & recreational activities, Excursion
Monday to Friday evenings: Social & recreational activities
Saturdays & Sundays: Field trips and outdoor activities
Start Dates:
Paris Bretigny: June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20 (2 weeks minimum)
Paris Igny: June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20 (2 weeks minimum)
Biarritz: starts every Sunday between June 22 to August 17 (2 weeks minimum)
Touraine: July 4-17, July 18-31, August 1-14, August 14-27
Duration:
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Duration
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Paris-Bretigny
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Paris-Igny
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Biarritz
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Touraine
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2 weeks
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€1346
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€1346
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€1334
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€1423
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3 weeks
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€1856
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€1856
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€1934
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upon request
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4 weeks
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€2397
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€2397
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€2436
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upon request
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*Prices subject to change based on currency exchange rates
**Can$, Aus$, Br£, Euros€ can be accepted with an additional service charge for currency conversion
***Fee includes: 15 lessons of French/week, accommodations, all meals, textbooks, health insurance, activities, excursions, 24-7 supervision
1. Obtain the Cultural Classes Application Forms & Procedures documents in one of three ways:
(a) Download the forms: Cultural Classes Forms (PDF).
(b) Fill out an online application request form and the forms will be mailed to you within 7-10 days.
(c) Call Cultural Embrace at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-8570 (US/Canada toll-free) to have the forms mailed to you in 7-10 days.
2. Read the instructions carefully and complete all forms.
3. Submit your completed application packet to:
CULTURAL EMBRACE
7201 Bill Hughes Road
Austin, TX 78745 USA
Completed packet should include:
- Cultural Classes Program Application
- Signed Cultural Classes Agreement
- Copy of your passport (information page only)
- Two 1½" x 2" official passport-size photos, signed on the back
- US$200 non-refundable deposit (credited towards your program fee)
Cultural Embrace will require an expedited application fee for those applying 12 weeks or less before the desired date of departure. Applications received 8-12 weeks prior to desired departure date will be charged $150. Applications received less than 8 weeks before the desired departure date will be charged $250.*
For any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@culturalembrace.com or you can call us at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-8570 (US/Canada toll-free). |
August Special
$100 Off ALL UK Programs
WORK or INTERN
Apply now before UK's Immigration Changes!
Americans must apply for work visa by September 30th and enter the UK by December 31st.
Different restrictions for other nationalities, contact us.
Apps Postmarked by August 31st
Travel valid until December, 2008
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