- •Московский государственный университет
- •Unit Structure:
- •Part 1. Primary and secondary education
- •Text 1 Primary and secondary education
- •Text 2 Private sector in the uk
- •Listening / reading
- •Misbehaving students punished with Mozart
- •2. Write a short text about education in your country using the text above as a model. Part 2. Getting Ready for University. Tertiary Cycle in Great Britain Vs High School in the usa
- •Text 2 High Schools in the United States
- •School leaving age set to rise to 18
- •Tv debate
- •Task 22. Choose the correct words from a – d below and write them in the article.
- •Informal Letters
- •Part 3. Further and higher education
- •Is it Right for You?
- •Imagine that you have an International conference, revealing” the process of getting a degree in the usa”.
- •Text 3 Great Britain. Categories of Universities
- •Text 4 Quality of education
- •Tasks for independent work
- •1. Fill in the correct word.
- •2. Complete the following text with the correct derivatives of the words in bold. The first one has been done as an example.
- •3. Read the text and fill in the missing sentences. One is extra. The first is done for you as an example. Cooperative kids
- •Vocabulary Practice
- •4. Look at the underlined words in the text and try to explain them.
- •5. Fill in the correct word(s) from the list below:
- •6. Fill in the correct word(s) from the list below. Use the words only once.
- •The Cat sat on the test
- •12. Look through the text again and answer the questions from ex.1.
- •13. Highlight the words and phrases from column a in the text and try to work out their meanings fro the context. Match their meanings to the synonyms in column b.
- •14. Do you remember what the following abbreviations stand for?
- •15. Explain the meaning of the following phrases
- •16. True/false
- •17. Multiple choices
- •Key Stage 4
- •Post 16 Education
- •2. Table. Private Schools in the uk
Key Stage 4
Year 10 some GCSEs
Year 11 GCSEs/GNVQs
Post 16 Education
Year 12 AS/A levels
17-18 Year 13 AS/A levels
2. Table. Private Schools in the uk
Criterions/ Schools |
The American School in London (ASL) |
Thomas's London Day Schools |
Stover School, South Devon |
Plymouth College |
1. Location |
Central London near Finsbury Park |
Offer first class Kindergarten, Lower, Middle and Upper School education in our preparatory schools throughout London. Thomas's educates over 1,850 children in Battersea, Clapham, Fulham and Kensington, with two Kindergartens, in Battersea and Pimlico. |
Situated between Plymouth and Exeter in South Devon, South-West England |
City of Plymouth, Southwest England |
2. Main characteristics |
Coeducational, independent school of over 1,200 international students |
Coeducational schools for children |
Independent day and boarding schools for girls and boys |
Coeducational school |
3. Mission |
Develop the intellect and character of each student by providing an outstanding American education with a global perspective |
"It is our prime concern that children at Thomas's are happy. We provide for their education by giving each child dignity and self-esteem through a sense of achievement, be it academic, artistic or sporting" |
Ethos is the delivery of a high quality education, delivered in small classes in accordance with Christian principles that enable pupils to acquire the qualifications, confidence and skills required to lead rewarding and successful lives as good citizens |
Provide a diverse and enriching education that promotes self-discipline, motivation and excellence, in addition to consideration for others. This is underpinned by a belief in the importance of respecting ourselves and one another, appreciating individual differences and encouraging each other |
Criterions/ Schools |
The American School in London (ASL) |
Thomas's London Day Schools |
Stover School, South Devon |
Plymouth College |
4. Programs |
Early Childhood Program; Kindergarten Program for 4 and 5 year olds; Lower School Program; Middle School Program; High School Program; Advanced Placement Program; Athletics Program; Summer Programs. ASL follows an American curriculum of the highest quality. Subjects include English, math, social studies, science, Italian, music, art, drama, physical education and field studies. |
Kindergarten Program; Lower School Program (Age 4 to 7); Middle School Program (Age 7 to 10); Upper School Program (Age 10 to 13). Our broad curriculum gives the pupils, during their formative years, the opportunity to explore a wide range of subjects and skills. French, Music, Drama, Art, Pottery, Ballet and PE are taught by specialist teachers. |
Day Programmes; Boarding Programmes (Ages 7-18); Nursery; Preparatory School; Senior School; Sixth Form; GCSE Examinations. The curriculum at Stover comprises a broad, well balanced spectrum with the core subjects of Mathematics, English and Science being supported by Geography, History, Music, Drama, French, German, Spanish, Art, Home Economics and Physical Education. International Students are welcome. |
Day Program; Boarding Program; Preparatory School; Reception; Kindergarten; Lower School; Senior School; Sixth Form; Whilst most teaching time is given to core subjects, English, Maths and Science, ample time is given to other subjects to ensure a balance is maintained. Music, Dance. Drama, Art and Sport are also part of the curriculum. |
Critcrions/ Schools |
The American School in London (ASL) |
Thomas's London Day Schools |
Stover School, South Devon |
Plymouth College |
5. Extracurricular Activities |
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Art: * Exhibitions of pupils' work * Competitions * Visiting artists Drama: * An annual production for each year group * Guildhall Speech and Drama Examinations * Poetry recitals and declamations * Extra drama Open Evenings Ballet: * Examinations * Performance * Open Days Music: * Choirs -junior, middle, senior, robed * Orchestras - most musical instruments * Associated Board Music Examinations |
Wide selection of extracurricular pursuits, including cookery, music, rugby, netball, tennis, drama and art. There is the "Duke of Edinburgh Award" scheme, and visits of educational or cultural interest, including the theatre in London. |
A number of sporting sections with their Rugby and Hockey teams being amongst the strongest in the area. Cricket, Golf, Bowls and Squash are foremost among the rest and the club are always keen to support new initiatives |
6. Trips |
Field trips and travel are important elements of an ASL education. From guided walks of the Thames Embankment in Lower School, language trips to France, Spain and Austria in Middle School, and High School service learning trips to South America and Africa, ASL students discover you don't need to be in a classroom to be learning |
There are regular class outings to London theatres, museums, art galleries and places of educational interest throughout the country. The following residential trips are included within the fee structure: Year 5: A five day science field trip Year 6: A week long expedition to France Year 7: A Science/Geography field trip and a week long History trip Year 8: An Outward Bound course In addition the following optional trips are arranged: * An annual ski trip * A Nepal trek for families * A four-day adventure weekend in Year 4 * French Exchange in Year 7 * Choir lours |
There are regular trips abroad, such as geography studies in South America and skiing in Europe |
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(adapted from http://www.learn4good.com/top10/private_schools_uk.htm)
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