English Language Learners
Our English for Language Learners summer program is recognized throughout the world for its excellence. Through a carefully planned curriculum that engages you in learning and helps you explore your interests, Cushing’s immersion experience in American English can dramatically increase English proficiency in just five weeks.
Small class size and skilled, supportive teachers are the keys to the success of the program. Cushing has a large ESL faculty with extensive ESL experience. The average class size is 8 students; however, beginning classes usually consist of four to eight students. Consequently, you receive a great deal of individual attention from teachers, and you have the opportunity to practice newly acquired vocabulary and grammar in small groups.
Great care is given to placing you in classes appropriate to your demonstrated language skills. Students are tested upon arrival and evaluated periodically to make sure they remain in the appropriate level of instruction.
The program is structured around three areas of skills classes: reading, writing, and listening and speaking. A variety of lessons and activities are used to strengthen language skills including regular use of Cushing’s computers and related technology.
Special activities, excursions and class trips to educational and cultural sites give you the opportunity to explore places of cultural and historical significance and to practice and strengthen your English proficiency in different environments.
In addition to providing an intensive English language learning experience in the classroom, Cushing’s summer ESL program provides a secure setting that enables you to gain knowledge and understanding of life in the United States.
You and your classmates have the opportunity to practice your English throughout the day with American and other international students in afternoon classes and sports activities and through participation in the arts and dorm life.
The Cushing experience helps you achieve language proficiency as well as social comfort and self-assurance that last long after the Summer Session has ended.
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Great care is given to placing you in classes appropriate to your demonstrated language skills. Students are tested upon arrival and evaluated periodically to make sure they remain in the appropriate level of instruction.
The program is structured around three areas of skills classes: reading, writing, and listening and speaking. A variety of lessons and activities are used to strengthen language skills including regular use of Cushing’s computers and related technology.
Special activities, excursions and class trips to educational and cultural sites give you the opportunity to explore places of cultural and historical significance and to practice and strengthen your English proficiency in different environments.
In addition to providing an intensive English language learning experience in the classroom, Cushing’s summer ESL program provides a secure setting that enables you to gain knowledge and understanding of life in the United States.
You and your classmates have the opportunity to practice your English throughout the day with American and other international students in afternoon classes and sports activities and through participation in the arts and dorm life.
The Cushing experience helps you achieve language proficiency as well as social comfort and self-assurance that last long after the Summer Session has ended.
Cushing Academy
39 School Street
Ashburnham, Massachusetts 01430
978-827-7000
admissions@cushing.org
Ashburnham, Massachusetts 01430
978-827-7000
admissions@cushing.org
Cushing Academy
Cushing Academy exists for students and develops curious, creative, and confident learners and leaders. Founded in 1865, Cushing is a co-ed, college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 and PG. Our students, who come from over 30 states and 30 countries, excel in our outstanding academic, art, and athletic offerings. We welcome you to visit our community and beautiful 162-acre campus in Ashburnham, Mass., just one hour from Boston, to experience all that Cushing has to offer.
