World Language Explorer
WLE
World Language Explorer
Introduction to the WLE
Benefits
Improve your English fluency and comprehension
Develop creative and presentation skills
Build knowledge & understanding of other cultures
Competitors will interact and network with fellow students from other countries and cultures
Discuss interesting and relevant global topics & take action for a better world
Key Information
- Available as a 1 or 2 weeks programme
- 8 three-hour sessions of English Language lessons using a National Geographic Learning syllabus
- 1 overall competition and 2 challenges per week
- 14 nights full-board shared accommodation
- Return transfers from London airports
- 3 extended London excursions by train
- 1 full-day excursion to Oxford
- 1 full-day excursion to Brighton
- Rich on-site activity programme to encourage use of English and nationality mix
- Enhanced group leader programme including six-hour teacher training course
Dates
Arrival Date 1
31 March 2026Departure Date 1
14 April 2026Arrival Date 2
1 April 2026Departure Date 2
15 April 2026- Months
- Days
- Hours
Until next competition
Competition Stages
Group Competition
Each group enters the competitions as a collective team. Each competition is scored and points are awarded to winning team Points accumulate throughout the programme to determine the top two teams.
Final
The top two teams of the group stage to determine an overall winner.
Scoring & Prizes
Scoring
Points are awarded to teams throughout the two-week competition.
Final Prizes
The top two teams qualify to compete in a playoff in the final to determine an overall winner. There are, however, other prizes available! These include weekly team challenges, audience awards and individual achievements. All alongside the popular Fair Play award, voted for by the group leaders in recognition of the school they felt most represented the values of the WLE experience.
Cultural Programme
To complement the academic programme, we conduct an extensive activity and excursion programme. Within a two-week programme, students get to take in the sites of England including three extended excursions to London, a full day excursion to Oxford, and a full day excursion to Brighton. Onsite, students have a wide range of activities available to them all organised and supervised by our dedicated Activity Leader teams.
Entrances & Attractions
Entrance to the London Eye.
Attractions
Big Ben & the UK Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey
Museums
The British Museum, The National Gallery
Notable Sites
Oxford University, Brighton Beach, The Royal Pavilion, The London Eye, Tower Bridge
Timeline
Step 1 –
Schools register for the competition.
Step 2 –
An Oxford International representative will arrange a video call to discuss all details of the competition and deadlines.
Step 3 –
In November all registered schools will receive the competition guidelines.
Step 4 –
Teams work together and prepare for the experience.
Step 5 –
Travel to the UK to represent your school and country!
Eligibility & Registration
Get the Experience
Groups who wish to join the World Language Explorer can register their interest and will receive a set of guidelines; we encourage you to select 10 to 20 students from your school to participate.
Eligibility
Please complete the registration form. To enter the competition, schools must meet the following criteria:
- Students must be between 10 and 16 years of age
- Students with A2-B2 English Level
One of our experienced team members will be happy to arrange an online call to discuss the programme with you in detail prior to enrolling to ensure you are ready to join the programme.
Register for 2026