Learning for Life: University Preparation Programme (Day Camp)

1) Strategic Morning Keynotes: Understanding University Admissions

Each day begins with a strategic morning keynote that sets the direction for learning and offers clear insight into how leading universities assess academic potential. Students learn how to approach personal statements, admissions tests, interviews, and portfolios with confidence and purpose.

Why This Matters

• Demystifies the university admissions process 
• Builds confidence and selfawareness 
• Creates a shared foundation for the day

2) Morning Mini Tasks: Turning Insight into Action

Following each keynote, students complete short, focused Morning Mini Tasks that turn insight into action. These practical exercises encourage active thinking and help students apply admissions strategies to their own academic interests and goals.

Why This Matters

• Encourages personalised reflection on strengths, interests, and areas for growth
• Develops strategic thinking about what makes an application stand out
• Introduces admissionsstyle questions and prompts in a lowpressure setting
• Strengthens written and verbal communication skills with clarity and confidence
• Supports learning through peer discussion and guided feedback

3) UniversityStyle Lectures & Workshops: Thinking Beyond the Classroom

Students take part in interactive, university‑style lectures that explore big questions and transferable academic skills across disciplines. Discussion‑based teaching encourages independent thinking, curiosity, and confident engagement with new ideas.

Why This Matters

• Exposes students to authentic universitystyle learning and discussion
• Develops transferable skills in reasoning, research, and academic communication
• Encourages independent thinking and intellectual curiosity
• Broadens perspectives beyond the school curriculum
• Builds confidence in engaging with complex and unfamiliar ideas

4) Independent Project Lab: From Curiosity to Confident Presentation

Each afternoon, students design and develop a personal academic project based on their interests, supported by expert mentors. The experience culminates in a presentation showcase where students share their work with confidence and pride.

Why This Matters

• Develops independent thinking, creativity, and intellectual initiative
• Strengthens research, critical analysis, and ideastructuring skills
• Builds confidence in academic writing, discussion, and presentation
• Provides a meaningful project students can reference in future applications
• Supports the development of a clear academic identity and selfbelief
• Flexible and inclusive, allowing every student to create work aligned with their interests

Presentation & Recognition

• Students present their projects in a supportive showcase environment
• Parents are invited to attend and celebrate students’ achievements
• Prizes are awarded for creativity, insight, and impact
• All students receive a graduation certificate and a personalised Letter of Recommendation
• Optional recorded presentation videos can be used for future portfolios or applications

5) Academic Readiness & Recognition

The programme includes key experiences that prepare students for future applications while formally recognising their progress and achievements.

• Mock University Interviews provide firsthand experience of academic conversations, helping students articulate ideas clearly and confidently while receiving personalised feedback
• Graduation & PrizeGiving celebrate achievement, personal growth, and outstanding contributions, offering a memorable milestone for students and families
• Letters of Recommendation formally recognise each student’s academic engagement, project work, and communication skills, providing valuable support for future applications