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OxBridge Tutorial College

International Tutorials in Oxford and Cambridge

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In an increasingly sophisticated and interconnected world, today’s learners must be able to rise to the challenges of modern life.

While equipping learners with the skills to achieve the highest grades possible, our team of education specialists is committed to the task of helping individuals to think for themselves, challenge accepted wisdom, become open-minded and caring inquirers as well as to recognise their position at the forefront of future innovation.

Janet Muth-Dunford

Founder s·a·e·s

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Who we are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

What we do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Our philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 – 11

Our IB programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 – 19

Pre-IB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Mid-IB Science / Mid-IB Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

IB Revision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Masterclasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 – 19

Our team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 – 21

Accommodation and leisure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 – 23

Terms & conditions, imprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Table of contents

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Who we are

OxBridge Tutorial College has been carefully developed by our core team at s·a·e·s to provide the necessary resources and expertise for students facing the rigorous challenges of the International Baccalaureate programme and other international exams with high standards.

We also cater for students who are

preparing for other international quali-

fications including IELTS, SAT prepara-

tion, the Cambridge Cerificate, TOEFL,

IGCSEs, GCSEs and A-Level.

Founded in 1973, s·a·e·s has successful-

ly prepared students for the Abitur in

Germany for over 40 years. A leading

expert in this field of educational train-

ing, s·a·e·s has established an unrivalled

reputation for its emphasis on academ-

ic excellence, as well as for its in-depth

knowledge of the requirements of the

German system. Most importantly, s·a·e·s

is renowned for its investment in the

learning potential of each individual.

In 2002, s·a·e·s turned its attention to

the needs of pupils confronted with

the challenges of the IB programme.

This followed the growing recogni-

tion worldwide of the IB as a seal of

academic excellence, but was also a

direct response to increasing demand

from our existing clientele. Adapting

and enhancing more than 40 years

of experience, the core team set up

OxBridge Tutorial College, offering IB

programmes that are at the cutting

edge of educational praxis. These

programmes are designed to cater to

the individual, enabling each and every

student to develop as a human being,

while never losing sight of the need to

achieve academic excellence.

Our OxBridge Tutorial College has, as

its underlying principle, the belief that

learning should be a holistic process.

Our primary aim is to support and

empower students to become critical

thinkers and open-minded inquirers

who are capable of applying their

learning in a sustained and practical

way throughout their adult lives. We

have therefore developed a range of

masterclasses delivered by subject

experts to give our learners the op-

portunity to explore topics of interest

beyond the parameters of the school

syllabus. Students graduating from

an IB programme will have acquired

the necessary knowledge and skills to

make a difference in the world.

Learners are required to develop a

completely different skill set to most

traditional matriculation exams, and

this is where we can provide assistance

outside the confines of traditional edu-

cational systems.

From the outset, we have upheld this

principle by limiting our intake at Ox-

Bridge Tutorial College to no more than

15 students at any one time. All of our

courses are a combination of person-

alised one-to-one tutorials (14 out of

30 lessons a week) and small group les-

sons (16 out of 30 lessons). These les-

sons are based on the model of intense

participatory learning, which is unique

to the Universities of Oxford and Cam-

bridge. This means that each class has

a maximum of 3 students. Our small

group sizes enable us to really get to

know each participant individually, on

both an academic and a personal level.

As a result, progress can be monitored

and enhanced both inside and outside

the classroom.

The three IB programmes that we offer

are specifically designed to meet the

needs of participants at various stages

of their IB journey. Whether you are

about to embark on the programme

and want to be a step ahead of the

game, are in the middle of your pro-

gramme and require help with your

extended essay, or are at the critical

point before final exams, we can help.

Our aim is to not only consolidate but

also to extend the knowledge and skills

that individuals are required to develop

throughout the duration of the IB pro-

gramme. In addition to this we have

introduced a series of unique master-

classes to enrich the academic experi-

ence of our students and encourage a

lifelong enthusiasm for learning. While

never losing sight of the importance

of achieving the best possible grades,

our course developers have gone to

great lengths to tap into the academic,

cultural and intellectual environments

of Oxford and Cambridge.

Left: Individual timetables and personal tutoring are at the heart of our OxBridge College.

Right: The academic environment of St. Hilda’s College provides an ideal setting.

We know what we are, but know not what we may be.William Shakespeare

What we do

The continuing success of s·a·e·s is founded on our belief that a truly effective learning experience can only occur if the process takes the needs of the individual into account.

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Our belief that education means

far more than merely accumulating

know ledge is reflected in the goals

that we set our tutors and supervisory

staff prior to their interaction with our

participants. These include establishing

a relationship based on trust, in which

it is acceptable to make mistakes and

learn from them, as well as encour-

aging curiosity by asking students to

think beyond the textbook. Our pri-

mary aim is to foster a sense of joy in

the process of learning itself, and we

encourage students to continue to

educate themselves outside lessons by

embracing the wealth of cultural, social

and intellectual opportunities afforded

by the unique heritage of our locations.

The learning experience we offer at

OxBridge Tutorial College is intended

to send each student away feeling that

they have enhanced their knowledge

and skill set in their chosen subjects.

Moreover, we aim for our students to

complete their courses feeling that they

have fully engaged in a process, which

has broadened their horizons and will

enrich their future learning, maximise

their individual growth, and inspire

their future career prospects.

INDIVIDUAL COACHING

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

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Our philosophy

The individual learning experience is at the very heart of everything we do. After successfully identifying the learner’s current level and determining where they ultimately need to get to, we develop a personalised roadmap to optimise each student’s journey through education and beyond.

We cater for the inevitable overlap

in our students’ educational needs

by grouping them according to their

academic ability. Moreover, our unique

success rate stems from the high pro-

portion of private lessons that we are

able to offer. This enables us to indi-

vidualise learning concepts and adapt

both the content and the approach

of our courses to the needs of each

participant.

Our IB learning approach

Our holistic, empowering and academic approach places individual tutorials and small group seminars at the centre of the learning experience.

We believe that in addition to the

greater focus on enhancing skills within

the classroom environment, master-

classes with experts are key to fostering

intellectual curiosity and originality of

thought – qualities that are highly desir-

able at prestigious institutions such as

Oxford and Cambridge. What makes our

approach most effective is the broader

emphasis on personal development and

individualised learning.

The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows.Sydney J. Harris

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Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.Benjamin Franklin

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Pre-IB

Mid-IB

IB programmesThe IB Diploma is no easy undertaking. Thanks to our teachers’ combined experience, students can face the challenges posed by this demanding programme with confidence and skill.

To satisfy the needs of our students

at various stages of the IB, we have

designed three separate study pro-

grammes. Each course focuses on de-

veloping the potential of each student

through the expertise of our core team:

1. Pre-IB

2. Mid-IB

Mid-IB Language

Mid-IB Science

3. IB Revision

All other international exams such as

IELTS, SAT preparation, Cambridge

Cerificate, TOEFL, IGCSEs, GCSEs,

and A-Level can be booked as private

courses.*

Pre-IB

The Pre-IB course provides students with extensive preparation for the demands of the IB.

Our programme has been carefully

designed to familiarise students with

the demands of the IB, giving them the

advantage of commencing their studies

ahead of the curriculum under the

guidance of experts.

The course provides students with a

detailed overview of the challenges

that lie ahead, with advice from subject

specialists on how to tackle each com-

ponent of the IB.

The programme consists of 16 group

lessons (maximum three students per

class) and 14 private lessons (one-to-

one) spread over four weekdays.

Group lessons are designed to help

students with the compulsory aspects

of the IB, and students will be asked

to consider and discuss the questions

raised by the Theory of Knowledge

module, and develop their own ideas

in preparation for the extended essay.

Morning lessons will focus on English,

with additional private lessons for cho-

sen subject areas and taster sessions

for those who are undecided on their

individual subject options.

Above left: One-to-One tutoring and individual feedback give students the possibility to work on their personal goals for the next school year.

Above right: International exams and school levels vary according to country and grade.

Below right: A good learning development does not build merely on written and oral work.

Grade / Class

The grade or class you are attending when you register for an IB programme. These can vary according to country and school system.

IB programme

End of grade 10

(Year 11)

Grade 11

(Year 12)

Grade 12

(Year 13)

Retakes

IB Revision for annual exam

* For more information please call our office or visit our website www.saes.info

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Time management, strategic thinking and in-depth knowledge of the subject will ultimately be decisive in final exam results.

Teaching methods and content are based on the Oxford University concept.

IB Revision

The IB Revision course is designed to prepare students for their final examination.

The study programme comprises 16 group lessons with

maximum three students per class and 14 private (one-to-

one) lessons spread over four weekdays with Wednesdays

reserved for mock exams. The focus is on exam technique,

time management and continuous practice with support

available for all individual requirements.

Morning lessons will focus on consolidating existing knowl-

edge, structuring exam answers and improving on any

remaining areas of weakness. Students can concentrate even

more intensively on their chosen subjects in private lessons.

a) Mid-IB Language

The IB Language study programme is designed for students who are studying for the IB Diploma with English taught as the main language.

The study programme focuses on developing English lan-

guage skills, while at the same time devoting time to the stu-

dent’s additional subject choices. The programme consists

of 16 group lessons (maximum three students per class) and

14 private lessons (one-to-one) spread over four weekdays.

Wednesdays are reserved for mock exams.

The emphasis in the morning lessons is on developing

confidence in text analysis, essay and commentary writing

and practising exam techniques. The lessons highlight areas

where students need more support and help them to de-

velop new skills. In afternoon private lessons, students work

on specific subjects of their choice at higher or standard

level, as required. In these lessons the focus is on consolidat-

ing the student’s knowledge in the subjects and on moving

up to the next level of expertise in their chosen subject.

b) Mid-IB Science

The IB Science study programme is designed to support students who want to concentrate on the demands of the IB Diploma specifically in relation to the sciences and mathematics.

This programme is suitable for students who need to consoli-

date or improve their performance in these subjects.

This pro gramme also comprises 16 group lessons (maximum

three stu dents per class) and 14 private lessons (one-to-one)

spread over four weekdays with Wednesdays reserved for

mock exams.

In the group lessons we offer Biology, Chemistry, Physics

and Maths at both higher and standard level. Students can

choose the subjects they wish to work on in the private

lessons. These lessons can also be in non-science-related

subjects.

Mid-IB

Mid-IB is divided into two courses, one of which is language-based and the other science-based.

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MasterclassesMasterclasses are designed and delivered by subject experts to give students the opportunity to explore topics of interest beyond what is usually covered in the school syllabus.

Our complementary academic programme of challenging and thought-provoking masterclasses, cultural events, and personal skills development days are an integral part of our course concept.

We consider masterclasses to be an essential part of our efforts to consolidate and enrich our students’ learning experience.

Masterclass options*:

The big issues

Democracy: is it time for a re-think?

Are the concepts of democracy devel-

oped over past centuries still valid in a

changing world?

World systems theory: A discussion on

Wallerstein’s theory and its implications

for the current trends of ‘globalisation’

and ‘localisation’.

The changing business world

The future world of work: The world of

work is changing. How is it changing

and what are the challenges for your

future? Are you prepared?

Leadership in a rapidly changing

world: How business leaders are

reframing success. A discussion on

a report produced on behalf of the

United Nations Global Compact and

Principles for Responsible Management

Education for the Rio + 20 Conference

on Sustainable Development in 2012

University challenge

PPE – Philosophy, Politics & Econom-

ics: An introduction aimed at reaching

an understanding of social phenomena

by approaching them from comple-

mentary disciplinary viewpoints using a

range of analytical frameworks.

Digital Humanities: An introduction to

the topic, developing the application

of technology in arts and humanities

and social sciences. The course re-

searches the ramifications of the digital

revolution and open access, which are

changing the processes of scientific

communication and exchange.

Challenges in science

Dark matter and dark energy: Are

scientists getting closer to solving the

mystery of dark matter and dark ener-

gy? Do neutrons hold the key?

Personalised medicine: how far has

personalised medicine developed. Will

it provide a more precise, predictable

and powerful tool for effective diagno-

sis and medical treatment?

The arts

The history of ideas: Examined through

20th century English and American

literature. How has literature in the past

reflected the emergence and develop-

ment of ideas? What can we discover

about ourselves and our world in the

literature of the 21st century?

What constitutes art in the 21st cen-

tury? Our perception of what is art has

been greatly challenged in recent years.

Will this change our perception?

We see every student as unique and aim to give each our individual support.

Mid-IB timetable

(Sample*)

TimeMonday & Tuesday Wednesday ***

Thursday & Friday Saturday Sunday

9:00 — 10:45 Academic Tutorials HL / SL Example: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Economics

Mock Exam Academic Tutorials HL / SL Example: A/B Language & Literature, History, Geography

Workshop Personal development **

Study Work Extended essay, Theory Of Knowledge, CAS10:45 — 12:15

12:15 — 13:00

13:00 — 14:00 Lunch

14:00 — 17:15 One-to-One Tutorials Mock Exam One-to-One Tutorials Workshop Personal development **

Study Work Extended essay, Theory Of Knowledge, CAS

18:00 — 19:30 Masterclass Democracy: Is it time for a re-think?

Masterclass Leadership in a rapidly changing world

Masterclass PPE: Philosophy, Politics and Economics

Masterclass What is art in the 21st century?

Masterclass World systems theory?

* The above subjects demonstrate the general set-up of the IB programme. Each student defines their own timetable by choosing subjects, workshops and masterclasses prior to the beginning of the course.

** Workshops & masterclasses vary depending on student requirements and availability

*** In a two-week course there will be a mock exam on one Wednesday and a day trip to London on the alternating Wednesday.

* subject to change due to course size, availability and interest

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Our teamOur core team consists of tutors, consultants, academics, and specialists who combine excellent academic qualifications with years of teaching experience, as well as in-depth industry knowledge.

Add to this an unwavering commitment to our philosophy and you have a powerful mix. Our teachers are expertly equipped to bring students up to the level demanded by the IB and other international exams.

Jamie Wilksinson

IB Consultant for Europe

Jamie is our consultant for all relevant

content and teacher training for

our IB programme as well as being

involved in designing our masterclasses.

Jamie teaches the IB programme at

a renowned international school in

Brussels.

Nick Johnson

Consultant for Communication Skills

and Exam Techniques

Nick has more than 30 years

experience in teaching exam

techniques and developing overall

excellent communication skills for

international students as well as senior

executives in the business world.

David O’Neil

Tutor for Biology and Maths

David graduated in Maths and Biology

from Oxford University and has since

devoted his time to teaching the

subjects he is passionate about in

international schools.

Chris Bosten

Academic Director and Tutor

for Economics and Politics

Chris studied Developmental Studies

and Economics. He is head of our

international programmes, teacher

training and teaches the IB programme

with heartfelt commitment.

Vanessa Muth

Tutor for Psychology and Sociology

Vanessa studied Organisational

Psychology and specialises in

cross-cultural relations, teaching

and personal development.

Dr. Christian Edlich-Muth

IB Consultant for Sciences

Christian graduated from Cambridge

University in the sciences and is our

consultant for science-related IB

content. He is also a research assistant

at the Bio Chemistry Department of the

University of Potsdam.

Ian Seeds

Tutor for Physics and Chemistry

Ian teaches Physics and Chemistry

A-Level and IB Diploma at a London

college and has many years of

experience in successfully preparing

international students for their final

exams.

Janet Muth-Dunford

Founder, Principal, Tutor

Janet teaches English and History. She

runs teacher training conferences in

Germany in co-operation with the

Brandenburg Ministry of Education.

Janet is well versed in new and

innovative teaching methodologies.

Michael Cokayne

Tutor for English, Business Studies

and Economics

Michael teaches the IB programme

as well as TOEFL and IELTS and other

internationally recognised diplomas in

English and Business Studies.

Rachel Murray

Tutor for Pre-IB English and Literature

Rachel graduated in English Literature

from Cambridge University and

is now on a research fellowship in

Contemporary Literature at Bristol.

She prepares our students for the IB

programme.

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Accomodation and leisure Our students are given a taste of life as an undergraduate at Oxford and Cambridge that often inspires their ambition and academic excellence.

The programmes that we offer take

place in highly prestigious OxBridge

colleges. Our school is able to take

advantage of university facilities, with

students benefitting from a highly aca-

demic and intellectually stimulating en-

vironment. Moreover, basing our school

in two unspoilt university cities with

an immeasurable rich cultural heritage

enhancesour students’ development.

St. Hilda’s College, Oxford

Founded in 1893 in picturesque

grounds bordering onto the river

Cherwell, St. Hilda’s College is a place

where students can feel at home. Our

students reside in comfortable student

rooms in green and pleasant surround-

ings, close to the city centre and all it

has to offer. Students and staff live on

campus or in nearby accommodation

provided by carefully selected host

families. The college accommodation

package guarantees you an individual

study bedroom and includes breakfast

as well as a main meal. Host families

provide three meals a day, with a

packed lunch for daytime at school and

a main meal in the evenings.

Newham House at

Corpus Christi College, Cambridge

Our Cambridge courses are based in

the grounds of Corpus Christi College,

a jewel in the crown of Cambridge

University and established in 1352. The

school is based in Newnham House

where our students are also accommo-

dated. Two meals a day are provided

in the famous Corpus Christi Great

Hall that boasts a Michelin starred

pastry chef! Set in beautiful grounds

with rose gardens and orchards in the

middle of Cambridge, Newnham House

borders onto the river Cam and is a

stone´s throw from the famous Mill

Pond. s·a·e·s is a family-run school and

this is reflected in the friendly, relaxed

and personal atmosphere at Newnham

House. Students can also choose to

stay in trusted host families.

Activities:

Outside core tutorials, masterclasses,

workshops and personal development

courses, OxBridge Tutorial College

offers a wide range of activities every

day, ensuring that our students do

not go home without having truly

experienced English life in two of the

country’s most traditional and culturally

enriching cities.

Oxford and Cambridge have a lot to

offer, and we do not want you to miss

out on any of it! We will show you all of

our personal favourites, from punting

on a Sunday afternoon, to Shakespeare

in the park, open-air cinema and con-

certs. We will show you the best of the

university with city tours and regular

trips to London. You can participate in

sports such as tennis, football, volley-

ball, swimming and many others. We

are a small group so if there is any ac-

tivity you would like to do, let us know

and we will do our best to organise it

for you!

It is tradition that Cambridge and Oxford University compete every year in traditional sports.

Above left: Living and learning at St. Hilda´s College

Above right: Punting is one of the oldest traditions in Oxford and Cambridge.

Below right: Our students spend their free time outside of lessons taking part in our varied activities.

Any fool can know. The point is to understandAlbert Einstein

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Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.Malcolm X

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Imprint

Publisher legally responsible for content:s·a·e·s – Seminar for Advanced English Studies

Janet Muth-Dunford Allee nach Sanssouci 3 14471 Potsdam

Status:January 2015, First Edition

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Editorial Office & Text:Nick Johnson Janet Muth-Dunford Rachel Murray

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Terms and Conditions

1. Booking a Course1. 1. In order to book a course you should send a registration

form either by post or electronically to s·a·e·s. By booking a course you are deemed to have agreed to s·a·e·s’ terms and conditions.

1. 2. Once we have received your registration form we will send you a booking confirmation and invoice as soon as reasona-bly practicable.

2. Payment of Course Fees2. 1. 10% of the course fees as well as any travel or transfer costs

arranged by s·a·e·s on your behalf are payable on receipt of our invoice.

2. 2. The remaining course fees are payable four weeks before the start date of your chosen course at the latest.

2. 3. Please state the name of the student attending the course as well as the start date of your chosen course with every payment.

3. Changing your Booking3. 1. Subject to availability you can change your booking without

charge anytime before the start date of your chosen course.

4. Cancellation4. 1. If you wish to cancel your booking, please let us know as

soon as possible. You can cancel your booking free of charge up to four weeks before the start of your chosen course. We will reimburse any payments you have already made less any disbursements that s·a·e·s has made to third parties on your

behalf. We will use our reasonable endeavours to minimise such costs.

4. 2. If you cancel your booking less than four weeks but more than two weeks before the start of your chosen course, a fee equal to 35% of the total course fees will become payable.

4. 3. If you cancel your booking less than two weeks before the start date of your chosen course but before such start date, a fee equal to 50% of the total course fees will become payable.

4. 4. In the event of non-attendance at your chosen course without cancellation before the start date, the full course fees will be payable.

5. Liability5. 1. s·a·e·s’ liability shall not exceed such amount as is equal to

three times the course fees for your chosen course, save that nothing in these terms and conditions shall limit s·a·e·s’ liability for death or personal injury caused by the gross negligence of s·a·e·s.

5. 2. In the event of a potential breach of contract by s·a·e·s, please notify us as soon as you become aware of any such breach in order to allow s·a·e·s to remedy the breach and / or to mitigate any damage arising from such breach.

5. 3. s·a·e·s shall not be liable for any breach of which you were aware but did not notify s·a·e·s of, if such breach could have been remedied, had s·a·e·s known of such breach.

6. Course Rules and Rules of Conduct6. 1. The student taking part in a course offered by s·a·e·s agrees

to comply with the course rules and the s·a·e·s rules of con-

duct, details of which will be sent to you together with the course materials and / or given to the student on arrival. The purpose of these rules is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students and to create an effective learning environ-ment. Parents are therefore asked to ensure that students are aware of these rules and the importance of following them.

6. 2. In the event of a serious or repeated failure on behalf of a student to follow the course rules and the rules of conduct, s·a·e·s may ask the student to leave the course if, in the opin-ion of s·a·e·s, the behaviour of the student adversely affects the safety and wellbeing of other students or interferes with the learning of others.

7. Changes to Activities and Timetable7. 1. s·a·e·s will not be liable for any changes to the course which

may become necessary for reasons which are outside of s·a·e·s’ control. However, s·a·e·s is keen to ensure that your course meets your expectations. If an activity or other service offered by s·a·e·s has to be cancelled, s·a·e·s will use its reasonable endeavours to offer a suitable alternative or make changes to the itinery to enable the lesson, activity or trip to take place at another time or another day.

8. Insurance8. 1. s·a·e·s recommends that you take out appropriate travel

insurance for your trip.8. 2. Please contact s·a·e·s if you would like any help arranging

insurance or if you are unsure about insurance cover.

A big THANK YOU to all our amazing students

who took part and helped us with this brochure!

Janet Muth-Dunford