Boston

Boston

Boston is the most important city in New England and is also one of America’s most historic large cities.

Few cities in the world can be considered a center for world-class art, theater, architecture, dance, literature, education and sports. But Boston has it all.

Fenway Park, the Boston Commons, FAO Schwarz, The Boston Aquarium, The Hancock Building: so many world-renowned icons in one place!

Of course Boston is probably most famous for being the home of Harvard University. The city has a student population of over 200,000 students and is home to more than 50 colleges.

Boston is an exciting city of contrasts with many cultural highlights, fine parks and gardens and a wide range of cafés, shops and restaurants.

Students at this centre are able to enjoy the features and attractions of one of America’s oldest and most exciting cities.

Campuses

SummerESL.com’s Boston Summer School is located at Simmons University (formerly Simmons College), a women’s college founded in 1899.

Located in Boston’s Fenway area, Simmons University is within walking distance of many famous landmarks.

English Classes

• Classes have a maximum of 16 students.
• All ESL teachers have university degrees and CELTA qualifications.
• Our Boston campus has a Director of Studies (DoS) who manages the teachers and guarantees that the syllabus is maintained.
• All DoS’s are English language professionals, recruited for their higher qualifications, extensive experience and suitability to managing large vacation programmes
• Our Boston campus has a syllabus and materials that ensure that students learn about topics that are interesting for them and relevant to their lives.

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Campus Facilities

Both campuses have all of the facilities your group needs, including:

• Sports facilities
• Coffee shop

Activities

At all of our centres, there is a comprehensive activity program. Evening activities include:

• Karaoke nights.
• Discos.
• Outdoor movies.
• Talent show.
• Sports.

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The following excursions are based on residence at the Simmons University campus. Residents at Simmons University will have a different choice and number of excursions. Nevertheless, the colleges share very similar excursion choices.

Inclusive Full-day Excursions

• Aquarium & Boston Habor
• Cambridge / Harvard Tour & shopping
• Science Museum

Inclusive Half-day Excursions

• Boston Commons
• Museum Fine Arts
• Freedom Trail / North End
• MIT Campus & Museum
• Back Bay / Charles River Esplanade
• Bunker Hill Monument / Navy Yard
• Fenway Park Tour
• Quincy Market
• State House Tour / West End
• Downtown Boston Shopping

Please note that some optional excursion bookings must be made onsite with the Boston campus staff.

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