Sherborne International

For parents with a child enrolled in one of our summer courses, the Parent Programme offers the perfect balance of personal enrichment and peace of mind.

While your son or daughter is fully immersed in their course, you'll enjoy a rewarding break designed just for you. You'll stay in a premium, newly refurbished boarding house at Sherborne Girls, offering comfortable accommodation conveniently located near the town centre.

You'll be able to stay close to your child and participate in scheduled quality time with them, that enhances their summer experience without disrupting their independence. This includes opportunities like dining with them on select evenings and attending their performances, plays, and final celebrations. You’ll also have the freedom to explore the beautiful, historic town of Sherborne and the surrounding Dorset countryside at your own pace.

What's Included
The inclusive weekly fee covers everything you need for a worry-free stay:
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Free Sports Centre membership for the duration of your stay
- Airport transfers between 0800-1800 from Heathrow and Gatwick on Wednesdays
- Laundry service
- Wi-Fi access throughout your stay
- Welcome briefing and local orientation
- On-site assistance
- Accommodation
- Single rooms
- Shared living area with ample seating
- Shared kitchen facilities
- High spec bathrooms
- Parking spaces available

Please note: our accommodation and all School buildings are non- smoking

During the day, when students are in lessons or on excursions, parents can opt to join our organised outings and/or attend English classes with our Academic Bolt On and/or Trips packages (at an additional cost)

Academic Bolt On:
- 15 hours of English Classes a week per small group class
- Fee: £500pw
- English levels CEFR A1-C2
- Small-group lessons designed for non-native speakers who would like to develop greater fluency and confidence in spoken English. Sessions focus on practical communication skills and enjoyable conversation in a relaxed environment.

Trips Package Bolt On:
- 3 Guided Excursions per week, including one full day Sunday trip with students
- Fee £300pw
- Three times a week, you’ll have the opportunity to join carefully chosen trips to some of the region’s most fascinating destinations, which may include:
- The elegant city of Bath, with its Roman Baths and Georgian architecture, home of Bridgerton
- The mysterious Stonehenge
- The cathedral city of Salisbury
- The coastal town of Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast for some fossil hunting
- Country houses, gardens, and villages around Dorset and Somerset
Each excursion offers a chance to experience the culture, heritage and natural beauty of the area, while enjoying the company of fellow parents and friendly Sherborne staff. On the Sunday excursion, you will be accompanying your child on their full day trip.