Mount Mill Hill International School
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Description of Mount Mill Hill International School
Mount Mill Hill International School was opened in September 2015 under the patronage of the famed British school Mill Hill School. The main goal of Mount Mill Hill International School is the preparation of international students to study in the UK, adaptation to a new language, cultural, social and educational system. Today the Mill Hill Foundation includes several institutions:
- Grimsdell - the Pre-Preparatory School (3-7 years);
- Belmont - daytime elementary school (7-13 years old);
- Mill Hill is a high school and graduation classes.
The most famous both in Britain and abroad is the older school: Mill Hill School is deservedly considered one of the best boarding house in London and the country. Founded in 1807, today it teaches British citizents and foreign students aged 13 to 18 years, offering effective and balanced training courses.
This is one of International schools in England UK and it is known for its attachment to British teaching traditions, approaches and techniques: it strictly follows the national educational plan, but also attentively treats technical innovations and modern equipment.
Why do parents choose primary and secondary schools in Britain for their children?
I think parents understand that such schools will really help the child to open up, find himself and enter the best university.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Mount Mill Hill International School
Quick overview: This stage basically captures pupils of grade 9 at the age of 13-14. For admission it is necessary to confirm the level of English language - IELTS from 4.0 and higher. In this course, children study an average of 1-3 terms.
The main subjects (emphasis is on learning academic English):
- English;
- Information Technology;
- Health education;
- Design and technology;
- Natural sciences (chemistry, biology and physics);
- Sports and social education (PSHE);
- Geography;
- Music art;
- Mathematics;
- Art;
- History.
In the 10th grade (14-15 years) the basic program remains the same, but the depth and complexity of the study increases - successful students can undergo a one-year GCSE course at the end of grade 10 and receive the certificate of the same name. If you are immediately in the 10th grade, please note that here the required level of English is slightly higher - IELTS 4.5 and above.
Brief information: The one-year GCSE course, offered to pupils of grade 11 (15-17 years), is aimed at studying a sufficiently wide range of subjects - it is submitted for examinations at least 6:
- Compulsory subjects:
- English;
- Sports and social education (PSHE);
- Mathematics.
- Optional electives:
- Biology;
- Design and technology;
- Geography;
- Information Technology;
- Chemistry;
- Textile;
- Economics;
- Art;
- Physics;
- Music art;
- Business.
Particular attention is paid to intensive and rapid increase of the level of English.
International students who have successfully completed a one-year course can switch to the A-level program - the "golden British standard" of pre-university training (most graduates are selected for the Mill Hill course):
- Duration: 1 year
- Minimum requirements for applicants: IELTS from 5.0 and above.
Quick overview:
- Pupils of 15-17 years on the preparatory course for the A-level study 2-3 subjects from the main GCSE list:
- English (Advanced Advanced Course);
- Mathematics;
- Sports and social education (PSHE);
- Music art;
- Art;
- Design.
- Duration of the course: 1-3 terms (up to 1 academic year);
- Minimum requirements for applicants: IELTS from 4.0 and above.
About the educational course: Particular emphasis is placed on improving the language level, on the development of the academic English course. After the successful completion of the preparatory program, students have the right to transfer to the main A-level group (at Mill Hill School or any other school of their choice):
Accommodation, meals, prices
Students who choose to stay at the hostel are accommodated in a cozy and spacious residence in the heart of the campus - Collinson House. For boys and girls there are separate rooms (average number is for 1-3 people); The children are constantly supervised by the housemasters along with their assistants and also by teachers.
In a spacious common dining room, board meals are organized three times a day. Students gather all together to enjoy a balanced and useful diet. Cooks try to follow the principles of healthy nutrition (if necessary, you can order a diet, vegetarian or vegan diet): the minimum amount of sugar and salt, meat mostly lean, a large number of salads, fresh vegetables and fruits, useful goodies and desserts.
Subjects, specialties
Activities Mount Mill Hill International School
Many students spend their free time in sports, thanks to the excellent infrastructure of Mount Mill Hill International School. The most popular sports are:
- Badminton;
- Rugby;
- Yoga;
- Lapta;
- Swimming;
- Aerobics;
- Hockey;
- Horse riding (extra charge);
- Cricket;
- Mountain bikie;
- Track and field;
- Table tennis;
- Netball;
- Basketball;
- Tennis;
- Sailing (for a fee);
- Gymnastics;
- General fitness;
- Shooting gallery;
- Jumping on the trampoline;
- Squash.
For a fee, students can attend the magnificent Mill Hill School Golf Academy, where they are taught by professional, qualified trainers on the latest equipment and inventory.
Creative students attend drama and acting studios, izayna and technology, music - especially in demand theatrical group, based at the Patrick Troughton Theatre. There are numerous sections and clubs on interests, where each student can show his abilities and talents, learn something new, find like-minded people:
- Jazz Band;
- Cinema club;
- Chess club;
- Computer club;
- Sailing;
- Public speaking club;
- Chorus;
- Sports sections;
- Orchestra;
- Historical Society;
- Dancing;
- Modern languages ​​;
- Fitness.
Especially at weekends, both on-campus school organizes fun activities for students, boarders. This can be ice skating or outdoor games, a bowling tournament, a barbecue, national evenings, joint screenings or theater visits. Numerous excursions offered to the students: of course, this is a repeated visit to London and a survey of its historical, cultural, architectural attractions and monuments, trips to the most interesting cities of England and the United Kingdom - York, Canterbury, Oxford and Cambridge, Stratford-upon-Avon, Brighton , Warwick and others.
Advantages
- A spacious, modernly equipped and recently renovated school campus offers everything for rest, entertainment, study and living;
- Flexibility of academic programs, a wide choice of courses - to choose the best option for content, duration, intensity will not be difficult;
- Effective, comprehensive English language programs so necessary for international students;
- Interesting and diverse programs of extracurricular activities, a rich choice of different clubs and circles of interest, a rich excursion program;
- Opportunity to work with the renowned Mill Hill School opens great opportunities for students Further training - Mill Hill School diplomas are highly appreciated;
- The opportunity to choose short-term courses (1 or 2 terms), as well as free choice of training format (board or day form).
- Honorary establishment among music schools in London.
Facilities and equipment at Mount Mill Hill International School
The school is located in a beautiful, tranquil and picturesque parkland in north-west London: about 16 kilometers to the center of the English capital, but to the huge campus Mill Hill School just 10 minutes on foot.
The students of Mount Mill Hill International School can freely use the entire infrastructure of the "main" Mill Hill school:
- Spacious indoor swimming pool;
- Sports halls with fitness studios;
- Libraries;
- Own Theater;
- Music School;
- Numerous sports fields and grounds are indoor and outdoor, for individual classes and for team sports.
Admission dates and extra charges
Tuition fee already includes:
- Training on the chosen program;
- Accommodation and meals (for those who choose a daily form - a small breakfast and lunch);
- Tutorials, books and materials + stationery;
- Free use of all information structure of the campus (including the Mill Hill School campus);
- Excursion, leisure, recreational activities on and off campus;
- Insurance;
- Laundry services.
Some services are paid additionally to tuition fee:
- Registration fee (not refundable);
- Training deposit (refundable);
- Optional Excursions and trips;
- Examination Boards;
- Some optional sports activities (sailing, golf, riding);
- Custody (registration In the agency + guardian's services);
- Roundtrip air tickets;
- Transfer in both directions;
- Mandatory medical insurance;
- Personal pocket expenses;
- 51 Visa fees and services, translation and certification, courier delivery of documents;
- Consular fee (payable to SOL stve).
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 200 GBP
- Application Fee 2000 GBP
- Deposit for a course/programme 13513 GBP
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
For admission to any course, foreign students should write an English test, pass an interview (in person or via Skype) and provide a certificate with good grades.
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Mount Mill Hill International School
Recommendations on when to apply
Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
- we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
Anna is the CIS Regional Manager at MPW College London. Anna is an International University of Nature, Society and Man graduate and has been working in secondary education for more than 12 years. She thinks that reputation and recommendation are important for most schools, but the problem in the rankings is a focus only on the best students. The "average" student often does not receive additional support, which he needs more than an excellent student!