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    • Message from Headmaster
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English Academy

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WAS English Academy offers a fully immersive language environment with native English speakers. Through targeted training, children develop the habit of thinking and  expressing  themselves directly in English, achieving comprehensive advancement in listening, speaking, reading, and writing based on their individual proficiency levels.

Open to:
Current K3-G11

Course Dates:
Session 1: July 6th-July 17th
Session 2: July 20th-July 31st

Course Type:
12 Day Full Boarding/Day
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English Academy

Camp Leader

Julianna Rheeder
Director of International Languages and Cultures at WAS Changzhou
GCSE & A-Level Languages and Literature Teacher

Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies and Journalism; BA (Hons) in English Studies (Linguistics and Literature); holder of the UK Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). With nine years of experience in English language and literature education, she specialises in fostering students’ comprehensive listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through project-based interaction and practical teaching in authentic communication environments.

“At the WAS Summer School, enhance your English skills through engaging, interactive learning and professional language courses!”

Course Highlights

Immersive English Environment

In an immersive English environment, WAS English Academy is led by native English-speaking instructors who personally guide the children. This ensures they acquire the most authentic and practical oral language skills, becoming familiar with contemporary language habits. As a result, the children can comprehend and respond effortlessly in daily conversations. Additionally, they have the opportunity to participate in English-language instruction for subjects such as sports, arts, design and technology. Through constant exposure, they gain practical experience, contributing to the elevation of their proficiency levels.

Application-focused, Memory-light Thematic Learning

The WAS English Academy adopts a thematic teaching approach. We do not encourage rote memorisation; instead, we believe that using the language is the best way to learn it. Under one overarching theme, children are given a focused sub-theme each day. Through a fully English-immersive programme—including vocabulary practice, art and craft activities, discussion workshops, mini theatre and other varied learning formats—students progressively explore the topic in depth. Immersed in rich and engaging subject matter, children are able to achieve twice the learning impact with half the effort in their English learning.

Setting by Current English Ability for Instruction

Tailored instruction ensures excellence for every child. Before the camp, we assess each child’s English proficiency and implement tiered teaching based on the assessment results. For those with foundational weaknesses, we focus on strengthening vocabulary, syntax, and tense usage. Children with a certain proficiency level engage in project-based learning, fostering comprehensive application and practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Daily Routine
07:30 Wake Up  
08:00 – 08:45 Breakfast 
08:45 – 09:00 Registration   
09:00 – 10:30 Period 1
10:30 – 10:50 Break Time   
10:50 – 12:00 Period 2
12:00 – 12:45 Lunch 
12:45 – 13:10 After Lunch Activities
13:10 – 14:40 Period 3
14:40 – 15:00 Break Time   
15:00 – 16:40 Period 4
16:40 – 17:00 Journaling / Day Students Leave at 5pm  
17:00 – 18:00 Dinner 
18:00 – 21:00 Evening   Activities
21:00 Lower School Camps – LIGHTS OFF 
22:00 Upper School Camps – LIGHTS OFF
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  • About Us
    • Message from Headmaster
    • What Makes Us Different
    • School Leadership Team
    • School Introduction
    • Virtual Tour
  • Admissions
    • Inquiries
    • Admission Events
    • Download Centre
    • Scholarship
  • Curriculum
    • Curriculum for Excellence
    • Academic Curriculum
    • School-based Curriculum
    • Super Curriculum
    • University Applications
    • Our Staff
  • WAS Summer Schools
    • Summer School Overview
    • Summer School Courses 2026
    • KG Forest
    • Multisport Course
    • Water Multisport
    • STEM Course
    • English Academy
    • Immersive Chinese Language Camp
    • Global Perspective
    • Design & Technology Course
    • Drama Course
    • Problem Solver Hub
  • Student Life
    • Pastoral Care
    • House System
    • Boarding System
    • Tutor System
    • School Bus Service
    • Dining Service
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    • Latest News
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