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CENTRE DESCRIPTION

Chelmsford is a city in Essex in the east of England. It is approximately 50km north east of London and there is a railway station with direct trains to London Liverpool Street in Central London (35 minutes travel time). Chelmsford is an urban area with a mix of Victorian and modern buildings and a vibrant city centre with two shopping centres and a wide range of restaurants and pubs. Chelmsford is surrounded by many parks and picturesque English villages. Places to visit include Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park, Tropical Wings Zoo, Chelmsford Cathedral, Shire Hall, Chelmsford Museum and many more.

The PLUS centre is located at one of the largest agricultural universities in the UK. It is surrounded by its own farm, landscaped gardens and offers a secure university environment with plenty of open areas for recreation. The campus is a self contained with lots of modern teaching, living and sporting facilities. The city centre is easily accessible from the campus by bus (15 minutes travel time).

Campus Highlights/ Facilities

Experience the magnificient British countryside thanks to a picturesque 220 hectare campus, including beautiful landscaped gardens
Self-contained campus with all facilities within walking distance
Safe and secure environment
Academy centre
Complimentary Wi-Fi for the students and group leaders
Outdoor sports facilities for football, basketball, rugby, volleyball and tennis
Indoor sports hall
24 hour CCTV.

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COURSE DATES

Arrival Dates	Weeks	Programmes
01-07-2024	2/3 weeks	PREMIUM PLUS ACADEMY ; CLASSIC PLUS ACADEMY ; PREMIUM ; CLASSIC
15-07-2024	2/3 weeks	PREMIUM PLUS ACADEMY ; CLASSIC PLUS ACADEMY ; PREMIUM ; CLASSIC
29-07-2024	2 weeks	PREMIUM PLUS ACADEMY ; CLASSIC PLUS ACADEMY ; PREMIUM ; CLASSIC

AGE RANGE

AGE 11 to 17

Students Under 12 Policy

ACCOMMODATION

On Campus

The campus offers both ensuite accommodation and single rooms with shared facilities. The bedrooms are in blocks of houses which are adjacent to one another.
The houses face beautiful gardens and playing fields.

Host Family

There are a number of homestay providers in the area, within easy reach of the college (approximately 20 minutes by bus).
The bus stop is in front on the college.

FACT SHEET

Chelmsford Fact Sheet

PLUS TEAM

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The members of our team have been carefully selected for their responsible and caring attitude and for being fun-loving and outgoing. They are the people you can turn to at any time for assistance. Our PLUS Team will ensure that students enjoy their holidays in an exciting and safe environment. PLUS promises a wonderful, memorable and enriching summer camp experience.

The PLUS Staff is there to help coordinate organize afternoon and evening activities
Organize sports Tournaments and help students integrating
The PLUS Staff are young enthusiastic & energetic.

ENGLISH COURSE

Online level testing before students' arrival
16 English lessons per week (45 mins/lesson)
Maximum class size: 20 students
PLUS e-book and all supplementary materials provided
PLUS End-of-Course certificate

YOUNG MANAGER COURSE

A special course geared towards aspiring young managers

JUNIOR REPORTER COURSE

An interactive programme in which students will learn about the various styles of communication used in journalism.

ACTIVITY PROGRAMMES

Chelmsford Premium 2 weeks

Chelmsford Classic 3 weeks

Chelmsford Classic 2 weeks

Chelmsford Premium 3 weeks

SOCIAL PROGRAMMES AND SPORT

Once students are on the campus, our PLUS staff will organise the following events:

Welcome and Farewell Party
Themed Disco Nights
Karaoke and Talent Shows
Treasure Hunt
Movie Night
Sports: Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, Tennis

CLASSIC

A 2-week programme in 2024 includes:

4 Full-Day Excursions to London with entry to:

British Museum

2 Full-Day Excursions to two of the following:

Oxford
Cambridge
Canterbury

A 3-week programme in 2024 includes all of the above with the addition of:

2 Full-Day Excursions to London
1 Full-Day Excursion to one of the following:

Oxford
Cambridge
Canterbury

*All excursions include a walking tour and are escorted by PLUS staff. Long-distance transport is generally provided by private coach and alternatively by train. Day tickets for local transport are provided when needed.

PREMIUM

A 2-week programme in 2024 includes:

4 Full-Day Excursions to London with entry to:

British Museum
Hop on / hop off bus tour
Madame Tussauds
Hop on / hop off boat cruise on the River Thames
London Eye
HMS Belfast - UK's most famous battleship moored on the Thames

2 Full-Day Excursions to two of the following:

Oxford with entry to Oxford Castle & Prison
Cambridge with punting on River Cam
Canterbury with entry ticket to Canterbury Cathedral

A 3-week programme in 2024 includes all of the above with the addition of:

2 Full-Day Excursions to London with entry to:

London Zoo

1 Full-Day Excursion to one of the following:

Oxford with entry to Oxford Castle & Prison
Cambridge with punting on River Cam
Canterbury with entry ticket to Canterbury Cathedral

CLASSIC PLUS ACADEMY

A 2-week programme in 2024 includes:

4 Full Afternoon Sessions of professional coaching in the chosen sport
4 Full-Day Excursions to London with entry to:

British Museum

2 Full-Day Excursions to two of the following:

Oxford
Cambridge
Canterbury

A 3-week programme in 2024 includes all of the above with the addition of:

2 Full-Day Excursions to London
1 Full-Day Excursion to one of the following:

Oxford
Cambridge
Canterbury

PREMIUM PLUS ACADEMY

A 2-week programme in 2024 includes:

4 Full Afternoon Sessions of professional coaching in the chosen sport
4 Full-Day Excursions to London with entry to:

British Museum
Hop on / hop off bus tour
Madame Tussauds
Hop on / hop off boat cruise on the River Thames
London Eye
HMS Belfast - UK's most famous battleship moored on the Thames

2 Full-Day Excursions to two of the following:

Oxford with entry to Oxford Castle & Prison
Cambridge with punting on River Cam
Canterbury with entry ticket to Canterbury Cathedral

A 3-week programme in 2024 includes all of the above with the addition of:

2 Full-Day Excursions to London with entry to:

London Zoo

1 Full-Day Excursion to one of the following:

Oxford with entry to Oxford Castle & Prison
Cambridge with puntng on River Cam
Canterbury with entry ticket to Canterbury Cathedral

ACADEMY

Tennis Academy Fact Sheet

Rugby Academy Fact Sheet

Football Academy Fact Sheet

Dance Academy Fact Sheet

ADD-ON

For prices, please check the Agent Area.

WHAT TO BRING

Some advice on what to bring

PLUS MOBILE APP

The PLUS APP allows students & Group Leaders to obtain all very important information on:
Campus/City/Emergencies /Personalised as well as Day to Day Activity programme as they happen on Campus/Audio Walking Tour while on an excursion and much more.
GL is also able to notify PLUS Head Office LIVE on any issues and much more.