Business Leadership14-17 years
Business Leadership is an intensive two-week programme, available at Lancing, combining practical Business and Innovation projects with classroom-based teaching, group project work and specialised excursions to business organisations. Bede's Business Leadership course is designed to equip students with the essential skills and mindset needed to become a future leader in the dynamic world of business. Whether considering a career in f inance, marketing, entrepreneurship, or management, this programme offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience and theoretical knowledge in a fun, engaging, and collaborative environment.
The Programme
After lessons, students participate in a range of sports and recreational activities. This provides the opportunity to carry on learning outside the classroom in small, supervised groups at the same time as having some fun. Sometimes, students will be able to choose their preferred sport or activity.
Aims
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Enhance students' fluency in English.
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Awaken students' curiosity by explore new sports, activities and games.
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Enhance students' skills and technique in sports.
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Encourage participation and self-confidence.
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Teach students new vocabulary related to sports, games and popular leisure activities.
Examples
Aerobics, Badminton, Basketball, Bootcamp, Card Games, Chess, Circuit Training, Cricket, Dance, Dodgeball, Drama, Fashion Design, Football, Model-Making, Netball, Painting, Rounders, Rugby, Set Design, Singing, Squash, Stoolball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball, Yoga, Zumba.
A full programme of organised and supervised social events is offered every evening to encourage students to make new friends and develop their social skills. By actively encouraging the mixing of nationalities, we are helping to create a harmonious international community in which students can live, study in a safe and comfortable environment and enjoy themselves.
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Promote students' relaxation and enjoyment.
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Explore some typically English social events, games and activities.
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Nurture social skills in an environment of different cultural traditions.
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Use English in natural real-life speaking situations.
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Forge new friendships.
Examples
Bede’s Got Talent, Disco, House Competitions, Fashion Show, Formal Dinner & Dance, Karaoke, Messy Games, Music Quiz, Musical Workshop, Pool Party, Soft Ball Sports, Tennis, Tournaments.
Excursions are a mandatory part of the programme. We offer students the opportunity to visit places of cultural and historical interest, as well as the chance for sightseeing, shopping and amusement. There is one mid-week excursion that is half-day and two full-day excursions at the weekend.
Wednesdays
Wednesday trips are a half-day afternoon fully guided visit to a business organisation where students will be able to take part in an outside of the classroom workshop.
Saturdays
Saturday excursions are a full day trip and include a cultural, touristic or recreational visit to London or another place of interest such as British Museum, Buckingham Palace, London Dungeon, London Eye, London Zoo, Madame Tussauds, National Gallery, Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Thorpe Park, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey.
Sundays
Sunday excursions are often more relaxing trips to a local seaside town, such as Brighton, Chichester, Eastbourne, Hastings or Worthing, where students can stroll along the beach, have lunch in the park or do some shopping. Sometimes students will partake in off-site activities.
Description
Our Academies Programme offers expert instruction to students looking to develop their skills, technique and confidence in certain sports and leisure activities.
Academies Available
Academic
- Critical Thinking
- Essay Writing
- Psychology
Creative
- Masterchef
Sport & Adventure
- E-Kart Racing
- Flying
- Golf
- Horse Riding
- Tennis
Further Information
The Academies Programme is suitable for all abilities from beginner to advanced level.
Instruction is given by qualified Bede's or external sports' coaches.
Students can choose 1 Academy option per week.
Academies take place instead of the regular afternoon Sports & Activities.
Dates & Fees
This programme runs for 2 weeks in total, from 05 July to 18 July 2026 in Lancing. Students arrive on Sunday 05 July 2026 and depart on Saturday 18 July 2026, unless additional weeks of English Plus are booked.
The recommended minimum stay is two weeks. To maximize the benefit of your experience, you should consider a 3 or 4 week course and supplement with English Plus.
The fully-inclusive course fee is £1,945 per week for a residential course. This includes a return transfer from selected airports (see Terms & Conditions) and travel insurance. Day course is also available for £1,095 per week.
The Course
Age range 14 to 17 yrs. Maximum 28 students per week on Business Leadership course and maximum 230 students per week in Lancing from different countries. Limits for each nationality to ensure a good mix.
20 hours of Business Tuition take place in the mornings and afternoons and there is a full programme of afternoon Sports & Activities, evening Social Events and mid-week and weekend Excursions tailored to students' age and interests. All recreational activities organised by Bede's are mandatory are included in the course fee.
There are 20 hours of Business lessons per week. Maximum 14 students per class.
This course is suitable for students who are independent users of English. We accept levels from B2 (Upper-Intermediate) to C2 (Proficiency). We cannot accept Complete Beginners or Beginners on this course. Students whose mother tongue is English are welcome on this course.
Critical Thinking, Essay Writing and Psychology. Supplements are payable. Academies are subject to availability and a minimum number of enrolments.
E-Kart Racing, Flying, Golf, Horse Riding, Masterchef, Tennis. Supplements are payable. Academies are subject to availability and a minimum number of enrolments.
Business Leadership is available as a day course and runs from 08.30 to 17.00 Monday to Friday (18.00 on Wednesday) and includes a half-day excursion on Wednesdays. Students may add evening activities and the Saturday and Sunday excursions if they wish (supplements payable).
The centre
Art Studio, Astroturf Football Pitch, Basketball Court, Cafe, College Shop, Dance Studio, Drama Theatre, Equestrian Centre, Iconic Chapel, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Squash Courts, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts
Bede’s staff provide excellent care for students 24 hours a day and live in the same residential areas as the students. Dedicated House Parents look after the students in each boarding house. Excellent staff:student ratios (typically 1:5). Individual attention provided. There is a surgery led by a qualified nurse a couple of times a week and students have access to a doctor if required.
For residential students, all meals are included in the weekly package price and students can expect a healthy and wholesome breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, served in the Dining Hall. A morning and evening snack is also offered (fruit, cake, mini sandwich, juice, milk). Day students enjoy a morning snack and lunch on campus. Meals are a mix of English and international dishes and vegetarian option is always available. Special dietary requirements are accommodated.
Wi-fi is available in most communal and accommodation areas. Students can make and receive telephone calls. Lancing Cafe is available at designated times for refreshments and snacks. Lancing Shop is open at specific times. Laundry is done for students at least once a week. 24 hour emergency contact service for Parents.
Transfers from/to Heathrow, Gatwick and London City Airports and St Pancras International Train Station are included in the fees between 09.00 and 18.00 (10.00-17.00 for St Pancras). Students are met by Bede's Staff and Bede's Airport Coordinators provide extra care.
Course Aims
- Develop leadership skills
- Aquire skills to become future leaders
- Have a better understanding of the British way of life
- Earn respect for other people and different cultures
- Develop personal and social skills
- Motivate students to continue learning English after they leave Bede's
