World Language Explorer

Our unique spring competition incorporating the National Geographic Learning curriculum

Experience a unique, two-week English language programme this spring! The World Language Explorer (WLE), developed in collaboration with National Geographic Learning, is a dynamic, immersive experience that combines core language lessons with exciting competitions. You'll hone your presentation, creativity, and leadership skills and learn something new about the world while exploring England's captivating sites. This innovative programme goes beyond traditional teaching methods to offer a curriculum centred on environmental science, bringing language to life through adventure and helping students learn to become active global citizens. Register now for the World Language Explorer!

Introduction to the WLE

Benefits

Improve your English fluency and comprehension during real-world based tasks

Develop creative and presentation skills among fellow competitors from around the world

Immersive academic programme directly linked to weekly excursions around the UK

Competitors will interact and network with fellow students from other countries and cultures

Study using materials provided in collaboration with National Geographic Learning

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 1 challenge per week
14-nights or 7-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 Thorpe Park
Rich on-site activity programme to encourage use of English and nationality mix, including the OI Games
Enhanced group leader programme including six-hour teacher training course
Direct links between academic programme and excursions for learning outside the classroom

Download the Factsheet

Dates

7-Night

Arrive - 29 March 2027

Depart - 05 April 2027

14-Night

Arrive - 31 March 2027

Depart - 14 April 2027

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Until next competition

Competition Stages

World Language Explorer Competition

Each group enters the World Language Explorer as a collective team. Each challenge is scored and points are awarded throughout the duration of the competition. The Challenge and the Project are assessed by expert judges. The competition works on accumulative scoring of points throughout the stages. The points accumulated throughout the programme determine the winning team!

Prizes & Awards

Each challenge within the competition will also have a winning team, alongside the overall winner of the World Language Explorer. The Fair Play Award and the OI Games Winner is also up for grabs!

Each participating student will be awarded a certificate and medal. Each participating school will be awarded a plaque for their achievements throughout the competition.

Cultural Programme

Learning outside the Classroom

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 or Cambridge, and a full-day excursion to Thorpe Park.

Onsite, students have a wide range of activities available to them all organised and supervised by our dedicated Activity Leader teams, including the OI Games!

The World Language Explorer excursion programme is designed to take the classroom outside, with tasks and challenges being designed offsite to enhance the academic curriculum of the competition. Students have the chance to not only visit the amazing sites but experience a valuable learning opportunity that could stand them in good stead for the rest of the competition!

Entrances & Attractions

Entrance to the London Eye, visits to Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square

Landmarks

Big Ben & the UK Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, & Westminster Abbey

Museums & beyond!

The Science & History Museum, The National Gallery & Thorpe Park

Notable Sites

Oxford University colleges, Tower Bridge & Tower of London

Timeline

Step 1

Schools register for the competition – Registrations are open now!

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 be able to access our Academic Portal, where they can download the competition guidelines and academic materials. From that moment Webinars will be available for competing schools.

Step 4

Teams work together and prepare for their events. Getting in the competitive spirit!

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
We recommend that students should have an A2+ English Level to compete
Students must be accompanied dedicated teacher whose English proficiency is no lower than B1.

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. To reach out to our Spring Competitions team, please contact us on spring@oxfordinternational.com.