IH Brisbane - ALS (Junior Holiday Program)
- Aug 7, 2023
- 10 min read
Updated: Mar 8, 2024
IH Brisbane - ALS offers the Young Learners Programme, carefully designed to cater to various age groups with a balanced mix of activities. The main goal is to boost confidence and enjoyment in using English. The lessons cover all English macro-skills, emphasizing communication and self-expression in an immersive English-only setting. Through Content and Language Integrated Learning, subjects like Science and Maths are taught in English, allowing young learners to grasp both the content and language simultaneously, fostering an optimal learning environment.
1. IH Brisbane - ALS Young Learners Programme Overview
The following table provides an overview of the IH Brisbane - ALS Young Learners Programme, presenting key information for young adventurers aged 7 to 10.
Program Overview | Description |
Program Name | Young Learners Programme |
Age | 7 to 10 years old ** Student must stay with and be escorted to/from school by a Parent or Parent appointed Chaperone. ** July intake may accept seniors over 10 years old. |
Program Duration | 4 week bookings |
Course Structure | Over 20 hrs study per week
Providing both a change of pace but also incorporating key elements of Total Physical Response learning and teaching, this section is designed to help our young learners connect new language with actions, and get up and enjoy themselves.
Using both process writing and study and replace techniques, we will help build our young leaners up to being able to produce a piece of work they can be proud of. We will use a wide variety of stimuli; from pictures and media, to shared experiences, to make this memorable and engaging.
Structured reading activities provide a great way to expand young leaners vocabulary and work out meaning, but also to show that reading can be a source of great enjoyment. Texts are chosen of interest to the individual, and the academic staff will support them all the way.
Using a mix of songs and video, our young learners will discover more about Australia, gain strategies to help them understand more easily in the future and be able to sing-a-long to some classic Australian songs.
In this section, we will use young learners imaginations and love of creating things to engage them more in the days and weeks topics. Using a variety of art and science based techniques, students will learn to follow instructions, solve problems together and build on the language that they have learnt. |
Locations | IH Brisbane - ALS Brisbane |
Program Start | Summer and Winter (two intakes a year) (e.g., January and July) |
2. IH Brisbane - ALS Young Learners Programme: What Makes It Stand Out
Discover the exceptional features that set the IH Brisbane -ALS Young Learners Programme apart from the rest. Here are five key points that make this program an unparalleled experience for young learners.
Key Features | Description |
Balanced Activities | The Young Learners Programme offers a diverse range of activities tailored to various age groups. These engaging activities, such as games, group projects, and interactive exercises, ensure a well-rounded learning experience that keeps young learners motivated and interested in their language development. |
Focus on Confidence and Enjoyment | The program places a strong emphasis on nurturing students' confidence in using the English language. Through a supportive and encouraging environment, young learners are encouraged to express themselves freely and participate actively in class. By promoting enjoyment in learning, the program fosters a positive attitude towards English, making the language acquisition process enjoyable and effective. |
Comprehensive Language Skills | The Young Learners Programme covers all essential macro-skills of English: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Special attention is given to improving communication skills, enabling students to effectively convey their thoughts and ideas in English. Through carefully designed lessons, young learners develop a solid foundation in English, equipping them to succeed in their language journey. |
Content and Language Integration | In addition to language proficiency, the program incorporates Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) principles. Young learners engage in subjects like Science and Maths, taught in English, creating a unique opportunity to learn both language and subject matter simultaneously. This approach enhances language comprehension, critical thinking, and analytical skills, resulting in a well-rounded education. |
Queensland State School Buddy Program | The Young Learners Programme offers a distinctive advantage with the Queensland State School Buddy Program. Students get the unique opportunity to experience school life in Queensland, Australia, by participating in a full-day visit to a Queensland Government school. They join their Australian buddies in classroom and cultural activities, gaining valuable insights into daily school life in an Australian setting. This immersive experience enhances cultural understanding, fosters new friendships, and enriches the overall learning journey for young learners. |
3. IH Brisbane - ALS Young Learners Programme: Timetables
IH Brisbane -ALS Young Learners Programme is designed to provide young learners with an enriching and enjoyable experience. Throughout the program, participants will engage in exciting activities, language classes, and cultural exploration, fostering new friendships from diverse backgrounds.
Sample Week 1 (Environment and nature) | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
CLIL Area | Life science | Life science | Physical science | Physical science | Review and consolidation |
Outcome | Student will be able to describe animals and write a short description. | | Student will be able to describe different materials and their states. | | Student will review material from the week and undertake further practice. |
8.30am - 9.30am | * Warmers and welcome Getting to know each other activities | * Warmers and welcome Review and consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review and consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review and consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review of Monday |
9.30am - 10:30am | * Physical games Amazing animals | * Physical games Listening and speaking focus - describing animals | * Physical games Listening - science in action | * Physical games Story activity | * Physical games Review of Tuesday |
10.30am - 11.00am | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
11.00am - 12.00pm | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Aussie animals * Grammar - Pronouns | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Zoo scene * Story activity | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Your world * Describing materials | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Common household items * Grammar focus - Past Simple of Be | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Correction * Review of Wednesday |
12.00pm - 12.30pm | * Reading - class led and individual reading time Class led activity | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual | * Reading - class led and individual reading time Class led activity | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual |
12.30pm - 13.15pm | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
13.15pm - 14.30pm | * English through Media Video and comprehension * Animals descriptions and extension * Creative English Create a pictionary of Australian Animals | * English through Media Song * Writing focus * Creative English Create a pictionary of Australian Animals | * English through Media Role plays * Grammar focus - Past Simple of Be * Creative English Science in action - experiments | * English through Media Song * Describing your favourite foods * Creative English Science in action - experiments | * English through Media Video and comprehension * Review of Thursday / Test * Creative English Combining materials |
Sample Week 2 (Changing world) | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
CLIL Area | Social studies - History | Social studies - History | Maths | Australia Day (Public Holiday) | Review and consolidation |
Outcome | Students will be able to talk about changes in time | | Students will be able to solve maths problems in English and discuss quantities | | Students will review material from the week and undertake further practice |
8.30am - 9.30am | * Warmers and welcome Review of previous weeks vocabulary | * Warmers and welcome Review and consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review and consolidation | | * Warmers and welcome Review of Monday |
9.30am - 10:30am | * Physical games Story activity | * Physical games Describing travel | * Physical games Listening and speaking focus-Offering | | * Physical games Review of Tuesday |
10.30am - 11.00am | Break | Break | Break | | Break |
11.00am - 12.00pm | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Historical scene * Grammar focus - Regular Past Simple (Postive and negative forms) | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Historical scene * Past simple writing task | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Historical scene * Grammar focus - Irregular Past Simple (Postive and negative forms) | | * Journal Writing - describing images and items Historical scene * Review of Wednesday |
12.00pm - 12.30pm | * Reading - class led and individual reading time Class led activity | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual | | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual |
12.30pm - 13.15pm | Break | Break | Break | | Break |
13.15pm - 14.30pm | * English through Media Video and comprehension
* Grammar focus - Regular Past Simple (question forms)
* Creative English Interview reports | * English through Media Song * Listening and speaking focus - Interviews * Creative English Interview reports | * English through Media Role plays
* Describing your time so far (spoken and written)
* Creative English Maths problems in action team activities | | * English through Media Video and comprehension * Review of Thursday / Test * Creative English Acting practice |
Sample Week 3 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
CLIL Area | Earth science | Earth science | Physical science | Physical science | Review and consolidation |
Outcome | Student will be able to describe the world around them | | | | Student will be review material from the week and undertake further practice |
8.30am - 9.30am | * Warmers and welcome Review of previous weeks vocabulary | * Warmers and welcome Review and consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review and consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review and consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review of Monday |
9.30am - 10:30am | * Physical games Speaking and listening focus - Natural Resources | * Physical games Story activity | * Physical games Speaking focus - how things move | * Physical games Grammar focus - superlatives | * Physical games Review of Tuesday |
10.30am - 11.00am | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
11.00am - 12.00pm | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Grammar focus - Prepositions of place | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Grammar focus - Prepositions of place | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Offering to help | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Story activity | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Review of Wednesday |
12.00pm - 12.30pm | * Reading - class led and individual reading time Class led activity | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual | * Reading - class led and individual reading time Class led activity | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual |
12.30pm - 13.15pm | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
13.15pm - 14.30pm | * English through Media Video and comprehension
* Speaking focus - how to apologise * Creative English Conservation activities | * English through Media Song * Recycling focus
* Creative English Describing their hometown | * English through Media Role plays * Grammar focus - Comparatives
* Creative English Comparing cultures | * English through Media Song * Listening focus - Fable * Creative English Comparing cultures | * English through Media Video and comprehension * Review of Thursday / Test * Creative English Comparing cultures |
Sample Week 4 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
CLIL Area | Music | | Art | Art | Review and consolidation |
Outcome | Students will be able to discuss music that they like | EQI School Buddy Visit | Students will be able to describe art works and talk about how it was made | | Students will review material from the week and undertake further practice |
8.30am - 9.30am | * Warmers and welcome Review of previous weeks vocabulary | EQI School Buddy | * Warmers and welcome Review of consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review of consolidation | * Warmers and welcome Review of Monday |
9.30am - 10:30am | * Physical games Grammar focus - Adverbs of time | | * Physical games Vocabulary to describe art and verbs of creation | * Physical games Story activity | * Physical games Review of Wednesday |
10.30am - 11.00am | Break | | Break | Break | Break |
11.00am - 12.00pm | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Speaking focus - Giving Opinions | | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Grammar focus - quantifier | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Grammar focus - quantifier | * Journal Writing - describing images and items * Review of Thursday / Test |
12.00pm - 12.30pm | * Reading - class led and individual reading time Class led activity | | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual | * Reading - class led and individual reading time Class led activity | * Reading - class led and individual reading time lndividual |
12.30pm - 13.15pm | Break | | Break | Break | Break |
13.15pm - 14.30pm | * English through Media Video and comprehension
* Describing Music and emotions
* Creative English Class song book | | * English through Media Video and comprehension
* Describe a piece of art
* Creative English Class gallery | * English through Media Song
* Class surveys * Creative English Class gallery | Graduation Ceremony |
4. IH Brisbane - ALS Young Learners Programme: Pricing (2023)
Below is the price list for the 2023 IH Brisbane - ALS Young Learners Programme Pricing. Please review it and consider seeking advice from a certified Australian education counselor (QEAC) for further consultation.
Young Learners Programme | FEES |
Enrolment Fee | A$250 |
Tuition Fee | A$2,000 / 4 weeks |
Materials/Resource Fees | A$160 / 4 weeks |
Meals | A$400 / 4 weeks (Morning Tea and Lunch) - Not provided on trips and EQI buddy Program day |
| A$1,100 |
Total | A$3,910 ** Travel insurance is a compulsory with own cost |
Hotel Package | Fees |
Hotel Features |
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Room type | 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bath (Up to 3 people / Up to 4 people) |
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Facilities & Amenities | Pool, gym and bbq |
Up to 3 people 28 nights with 1 student (includes airport services) | A$10,162 |
Up to 4 people 28 nights with 1 student (includes airport services) | A$11,602 |
Sibling Student for YLP (includes airport services) | Extra A$3,520 |
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