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Bishopstrow College

Bishopstrow Online - Programme

Overview

May 2020

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Welcome

Bishopstrow Online has been developed in response to the coronavirus

pandemic, with all schools in the UK required to close in mid-March 2020

Bishopstrow Online offers much more than a remote learning experience.

The Programme covers academic, cultural, social and boarding

preparation, as well as wellbeing and fitness. Face-to-face lessons are

delivered in live, interactive classrooms by Bishopstrow’s professionally

qualified teachers. Students are able to interact with their teacher in the

video classroom as in a traditional classroom, raising questions, sharing

comments or making contributions

Bishopstrow Online delivers a fully interactive Bishopstrow education to

students around the world. Our unique online programme offers the best

of Bishopstrow’s Junior, Middle and Senior College Programmes,

preparing international students for onward progression to boarding

schools in the UK and other English-speaking markets

Like the College’s traditional programmes, Bishopstrow Online is aimed at

international students who wish to improve their English, whilst following a

traditional programme of academic subjects


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Real-Time Online Learning

Students are taught in timetabled classes, Monday to Friday.

Each day, students login through the College’s online platform,

Microsoft Teams. When it is time to enter a lesson, the student

clicks on the relevant class and joins the classroom, where

fellow students and the teacher are waiting

After greeting students, the teacher delivers the face-to-face

lesson through an interactive teaching area

During each lesson, students communicate with the teacher

and each other, through a microphone, webcam and keyboard.

A wide variety of media is available, including voice, text (chat),

whiteboard, pre-recorded videos, presentations, screen sharing

and co-web browsing. Students can be asked to work through

specific examples, share their work, contribute to in-class

activities, or even lead a class discussion

Teachers constantly monitor students’ interaction and respond

to general questions or privately to individual queries

The Programme also includes regular assemblies with a focus

on PSHE, daily ‘prep’ (homework) and wellbeing and fitness

sessions


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Academic

Classes are divided between the Junior College Programme (7-11

years), the Middle College Programme (11-14 years) and the Senior

College Programme (14-17 years)

Class sizes are small, with a maximum class size of 8 for English

and 12 for subject classes, in line with traditional classes on campus.

Lessons take place using the College’s online platform and are

delivered by the existing Bishopstrow College teachers, using the

College’s standard timetable

The timetable comprises 25 hours of academic tuition and prep for

Juniors and Middles and 30 hours of academic tuition and prep for

Seniors. Students also benefit from weekly tutorials

Those students continuing at the College after Term 3 are placed in

the appropriate class in Bishopstrow Online, based on their progress

and attainment level. New students are placed based on their

English level and performance in the interview

Progress is evaluated and recorded based on attainments in class

work and assessments

At the end of the Programme, all students are presented with a final

Individual Learning Plan (academic report), detailing their progress in

English and academic subjects. The Individual Learning Plan also

references the CEFR Level. Students are also presented with a

Course Certificate upon completing the Programme


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Programme Overview

Junior College Middle College Senior College

Age ▪ 7-11 years ▪ 11-14 years ▪ 14-17 years

Minimum English

Language Level

▪ No prerequisite ▪ Basic User ▪ Basic User or higher

Term 4 Start Date ▪ Monday 22 June, 2020 ▪ Monday 22 June, 2020 ▪ Monday 22 June, 2020

Course Length ▪ From 3 weeks to 10 weeks ▪ From 3 weeks to 10 weeks ▪ From 3 weeks to 10 weeks

Subjects Studied * ▪ English

▪ Mathematics

▪ Science

▪ Creative Arts

▪ Geography

▪ History

▪ PSHE

▪ English

▪ Mathematics

▪ Science

▪ Creative Arts

▪ Geography

▪ History

▪ PSHE

▪ English

▪ Mathematics

▪ Science

▪ Business Studies

▪ Global Perspectives

▪ History

▪ PSHE

Assessment ▪ Based on attainment achieved in class

and assessments

▪ Based on attainment achieved in class

and assessments

▪ Based on attainment achieved in class

and assessments

Progress Reporting ▪ Individual Learning Plan (academic

report), detailing progress in English

and academic subjects

▪ Individual Learning Plan (academic



▪ Individual Learning Plan (academic



Progression ▪ Progress to Bishopstrow (in UK) or

mainstream boarding school (Prep

School or 11+ Senior School entry)

▪ Continue with school in home country

▪ Progress to Bishopstrow (UK) or

mainstream boarding school (Senior

School entry)


▪ Progress to Bishopstrow (UK) or

mainstream boarding school (Senior

School entry)


* The actual mix of academic subjects may vary from those listed here


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Time Junior College Middle College Senior College

Morning Registration

06:00 – 07:00 PSHE, Wellbeing and Academic

Development

PSHE, Wellbeing and Academic

Development


Development

07:00 – 07:50 Science History English (ESOL)

07:50 – 08:40 Geography Geography English (Subject Support)

08:40 – 09:10 Break

09:10 – 10:00 Mathematics Mathematics History

10:00 – 10:50 English (ESOL) English (ESOL) Mathematics

10:50 – 11:20 Break

11:20 – 12:10 English (Tutorial) English (Subject Support) Business Studies

12:10 – 13:00 Science

Self-Study Time

Example Timetable (all times BST)Time Zone A: UK+ 0-2 hours


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Time Junior College Middle College Senior College

Self-Study Time

Morning Registration

06:00 – 07:00 PSHE, Wellbeing and Academic

Development


Development


Development

07:00 – 07:50 Science History English (ESOL)

07:50 – 08:40 Geography Geography English (Subject Support)

08:40 – 09:10 Break

09:10 – 10:00 Mathematics Mathematics History

10:00 – 10:50 English (ESOL) English (ESOL) Mathematics

10:50 – 11:20 Break

11:20 – 12:10 English (Tutorial) English (Subject Support) Business Studies

12:10 – 13:00 Science

Example Timetable (all times BST)Time Zone B: UK +5-8 hours


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Wellbeing and Fitness

Wellbeing and fitness form an integral part of a

British boarding school education

For all students enrolled on Bishopstrow Online,

the more formal English and academic classes

are complemented by a programme of wellbeing

and fitness

These sessions are delivered using a pre-

recorded video, with a requirement for students

to produce a piece of work to show what they

have accomplished. For example, a fitness

session may come with a requirement for the

student to produce a video of themselves

performing the same routine

In addition, all students have a weekly online

1:1 Wellbeing Tutorial, focused on a bespoke

exercise programme. Students are required to

follow this personalised programme throughout

the duration of the time enrolled


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Pastoral Care

We take our students’ safety and welfare

extremely seriously. All students benefit from a

weekly online 1:1 Progress Tutorial, where

teachers provide feedback on progress,

engagement and attendance. This Tutorial also

provides the opportunity for students to share

any issues or concerns relating to their classes,

the online platform and overall progress

Personal, Social, Health and Economic (‘PSHE’)

education is covered in daily assemblies

Fully-qualified staff are also available to discuss

pastoral matters with students, whilst the

College’s management team are also available

to provide guidance and advice

Operation of the College’s system of ‘Stars’

(linked to Bishopstrow’s Five Virtues) provides

the opportunity to recognise the contribution of

students, with a weekly Celebration Assembly to

recognise Student of the Week and House of

the Week


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Computer Requirements

Component Requirement

Computer and Processor ▪ Minimum 2.0 GHz (or higher) (32 bit or 64 bit)

Memory ▪ 4.0 GB RAM

Hard Disk ▪ 3.0 GB of available disk space

Display ▪ 1024 x 768 screen resolution

Graphics Hardware ▪ Minimum of 128 MB graphics memory

Operating System ▪ Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 10 or

Windows 8.1 in 32 bit and 64 bit. For the best

experience, use the latest version of the

operating system

.NET Version ▪ Requires .NET 4.5 CLR or later

Video ▪ USB 2.0 video camera

Voice ▪ Compatible microphone and speakers, headset

with microphone or equivalent device

Video Classes ▪ For better experience with video classes, we

recommend using a computer that has a 2.0

GHz processor and 4.0 GB RAM (or higher)

Component Requirement

Processor ▪ Minimum Intel processor, Core 2 Duo or higher

Memory ▪ 4.0 GB RAM

Hard Disk ▪ 1.5 GB of available disk space

Display ▪ 1280 x 800 or higher resolution

Operating System ▪ Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan or later

Video ▪ Compatible webcam

Voice ▪ Compatible microphone and speakers, headset

with microphone or equivalent device

Video Classes ▪ For better experience with video classes, we

recommend using a computer that has a 2.0

GHz processor and 4.0 GB RAM (or higher)

Hardware Requirements for Microsoft Teams and Zoom on a

Windows PC

Hardware Requirements for Microsoft Teams and Zoom on a Mac


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Mobile Devices

The use of mobile devices is not suitable for Bishopstrow Online

Apple Mac Computers

We recommend you use a Windows PC or laptop. However Apple

Mac computers can be used

Internet Connection

We recommend a wired network connection is used whenever

possible, rather than Wi-Fi. We recommend a minimum Internet

download speed of 10 Mbps (and ideally 20 Mbps)

Printer and Scanner

We recommend that students have access to a printer and scanner

for school work, as some subjects require the printing and scanning

of class exercises and prep (homework)

Tablet Computers

The use of tablet computers, including iPads and Android is not

recommended

Computer Requirements (cont’d.)

Sound

All online classes require speakers and a microphone. We

recommend the use of a headset which combines both headphone

and microphone. Based on our experience, the Jabra Evolve 20

offers a very good performance for a reasonable price

Software Requirements

An Office Package – Microsoft Office is recommended. The

Microsoft Office apps can perform the majority of tasks needed for

school work

A PDF Viewer – Adobe Reader is recommended

Internet Browser – Google Chrome is recommended


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Admissions Process

Bishopstrow Online has been developed in response to the

coronavirus outbreak, with many schools across the world closed

as a result of the pandemic

The programme is available for existing students already enrolled

at the College and to other students who are planning to continue

their education at a British boarding school, or who would like to

experience a ‘taste’ of British education from their home country.

New applicants are required to submit the following:

▪ A completed Registration Form

▪ The Registration Fee of £150

▪ A copy of the applicant’s passport

▪ A copy of the most recent School Report

When we have received all of the above, we will invite the

applicant to attend a Skype interview with the Principal or Director

of Studies

Term Dates

Bishopstrow Online will run for Term 4 in the 2019/20 academic

year. Term starts on Monday 22 June and ends on Friday 28

August. Students can enrol for up to10 weeks, with a minimum

enrolment period of 3 weeks

Admissions Process, Term Dates and Fees

Fees

The fees for Bishopstrow Online for Term 4 are as follows:

▪ Junior College Programme: £7,770

▪ Middle College Programme: £8,260

▪ Senior College Programme: £8,890

The weekly fees for Bishopstrow Online are as follows:

▪ Junior College Programme: £780

▪ Middle College Programme: £830

▪ Senior College Programme: £890

All applicants are required to pay a Registration Fee of £150

Fees are payable upon acceptance of a place on Bishopstrow

Online

For further details, please contact the College at:

[email protected]

Tel: +44 (0) 1985 219210

mailto:[email protected]

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