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1 About Sam Blyth Chi è Sam Blyth? Sam Blyth, CEO and founder of Blyth Academy, was educated at Cambridge University (B.A. Hons. and M.A)., the University of Paris and holds an honorary fellowship at Pembroke College, Cambridge. Sam Blyth, CEO e fondatore della Blyth Academy è stato educato all’Università di Cambridge (B.A. Hons e M.A.), l’Università di Parigi, e tiene un Honorary Fellowship a Pembroke College, Cambridge. He is Chair of The Blyth Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Scholars, the Bhutan Canada Foundation, and is the Honorary Consul for the Kingdom of Bhutan to Canada È presidente del Blyth Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Scholars, la Bhutan Canada Foundation ed è il Console Onorario del Regno del Bhutan in Canada. 2 Blyth International Education OUR VISION: To be a global leader in providing safe, accessible, experiential, progressive learning experiences abroad, to fully engage students in their secondary school studies and prepares students for academic success at the postsecondary education level. La nostra visione: Il nostro obiettivo è quello di essere una leader globale che fornisce a studenti esperienze di apprendimento all’estero che siano sicuri, accessibili, ed esperienziali. Miriamo anche a coinvolgere pienamente gli studenti nei loro studi e prepararli per avere successo negli studi post secondari. 3 4 Blyth Academy Celebrating our 40th anniversary in 2017 15 Campuses + Online Academy Canada’s leading private school by enrolment Over 700 certified teachers Accredited in Canada, USA, UK Canada’s leading provider of international academic travel Nel 2017 festeggiamo il nostro 40° anniversario 15 Campus + Online Academy La più grande scuola privata canadese per numero di iscritti Più di 700 insegnanti Accreditata in Canada, negli USA e nel Regno Unito Primo fornitore canadese di programmi internazionali di vacanza-studio Canada’s International Private School/ Scuola Privata Internazionale Campuses in Canada, USA, Qatar Worldwide reach of Blyth Academy Online (BAO) Provides access to OSSD courses for individual students and for students in classroom environments through school partnerships Launching Blyth Academy eLearning in Singapore in 2017 5 Campus in Canada, negli USA, e nel Qatar Blyth Academy Online (BAO) è attivo in tutto il mondo Permette l’accesso ai corsi OSSD per singoli studenti e per gruppi di studenti in ambienti scolastici tramite delle partnership con altre scuole Avviamo nel 2017 Blyth Academy eLearning a Singapore Canada’s International Private School Scuola Privata Internazionale International high school programs in 30+ countries each year Blyth Academy Global High School operating in Europe, South America and Australia/New Zealand; adding Asia for 2017/18 Community service programs in multiple countries Programmi high school internazionali svolti in più di 30 paesi ogni anno Blyth Academy Global High School opera in Europa, in Sud America e nell’Australia/Nuova Zelanda; aggiungiamo l’Asia nel 2017/2018 Programmi di servizio sociale in vari paesi 6 7 Our Florence Campus/ Il nostro campus a Firenze Opening a permanent home after almost 40 years of sending Blyth students on study programs in Florence Blyth Academy Florence’s international secondary school curriculum offers the Canadian accredited diploma and the Cambridge IGCSE and A-level programs Apriamo una sede permanente a Firenze dopo aver svolto nella città programmi di vacanza-studio per quasi 40 anni Offriamo due percorsi formativi: il diploma accreditato canadese, e l'IGCSEe l'A level Cambridge 8 Our Florence Campus/ Il nostro campus a Firenze The cooperation between Kindergarten and Blyth Academy will provide Italian and international students with an extraordinary opportunity for a Cambridge K-12 education Our focus on academic excellence in English language programs and international education La nostra cooperazione con Kindergarten darà a studenti, sia italiani che internazionali, l’opportunità straordinaria di seguire il percorso Cambridge K-12 Concentrazione sull’eccellenza accademica in lingua inglese e sull’educazione internazionale Our Florence Campus/ Il nostro campus a Firenze Conveniently located at 18 Via Jacopo Nardi 9 A Unique Canadian/Italian School/ Scuola canadese/italiana unica English immersion through delivery of courses and integration with English speaking students Immersione linguistica tramite lo svolgimento dei corsi in inglese e l’interazione con studenti che parlano inglese 10 A Unique Canadian/Italian School/ Scuola canadese/italiana unica Students can do an exchange for a Term at one of our campuses in Canada, USA or Global High School* * No additional payment on tuition, however travel, accommodation and meals are extra. Studenti possono fare uno scambio per un term presso uno dei nostri campus in Canada, negli USA, oppure con la Global High School* *Senza nessun aumento delle tariffe scolastiche, non sono compresi l’alloggio, i pasti e i biglietti 11 12 Your experience I nostri punti di forza: Average class sizes of 10; maximum 100 students admitted in 2017-18 Engaged, experienced and empathetic education team Numero medio di alunni per classe: 10; numero massimo di studenti ammessi nel 2017-18: 100 Equipe di docenti e staff professionali, entusiasti e empatici 13 Your experience I nostri punti di forza: Differentiated, experiential academic instruction Integrated international and local students Comprehensive university and college counselling; pathway to post-secondary school in North America and globally Studenti provenienti da tutto il mondo Metodologia d’apprendimento esperienziale Orientamento per l’università nel Nord America e nel mondo 14 UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCES 95% of Blyth Academy students receive first-choice university acceptance 50% of them receive full or partial entrance scholarships. In the past two years, our students have been accepted to: • • • • • • • • • • Brock University Carleton University Guelph University Laurier University McMaster University, University of Ottawa Queen’s University Ryerson University University of Toronto Waterloo University • • • • • • • • • Western University York University McGill University, UBC, Dalhousie University St. Francis Xavier University of Oxford University of Cambridge (The Sorbonne) Robert Morris University, Manhattanville College • • • • • • • • • University College Dublin, Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya Israel, University of Illinois, University of Amsterdam, University of Cairo University of King’s College, American University of Rome University of Stirling And more! 15 Ammissione all’Universtà • Il 95% dei nostri studenti sono ammessi all’università di prima scelta • Il 50% dei nostri studenti ricevono borse di studio Negli ultimi 2 anni, i nostri studenti sono stati ammessi a: • • • • • • • • • • Brock University Carleton University Guelph University Laurier University McMaster University, University of Ottawa Queen’s University Ryerson University University of Toronto Waterloo University • • • • • • • • • Western University York University McGill University, UBC, Dalhousie University St. Francis Xavier University of Oxford University of Cambridge (The Sorbonne) Robert Morris University, Manhattanville College • • • • • • • • • University College Dublin, Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya Israel, University of Illinois, University of Amsterdam, University of Cairo University of King’s College, American University of Rome University of Stirling And more! BLYTH ACADEMY FLORENCE 16 Blyth Academy Florence will reflect our core beliefs about education: Experiential learning enables curiosity, creativity, and innovative thinking A broad, balanced and relevant curriculum prepares students for their future Blyth Academy Florence rifletterà i nostri valori sulla formazione: L’apprendimento esperienziale incoraggia la curiosità, la creatività e il pensiero innovativo Il programma di studio ampio e variato prepara gli studenti per il futuro 17 Blyth Academy Florence will reflect our core beliefs about education: Learning is part of a balanced lifestyle which includes extra curricular activities, travel and community service Care and empathy are at the core of ensuring a safe, secure learning environment Blyth Academy Florence rifletterà i nostri valori sulla formazione: 18 La formazione scolastica fa parte di una vita equilibrata che comprende anche le attività extracurricolari, i viaggi e il servizio sociale L’attenzione e l’empatia sono al centro del nostro ambiente scolastico What is experiential education? Innovative delivery of course material Meaningful learning experiences through partnerships with local museums and art galleries Cos’è l’apprendimento esperienziale? Insegnamento innovativo Rilevanti esperienze di apprendimento tramite delle partnership con enti locali 19 What is experiential education? Option to participate in independent study courses in connection with leading local businesses Field trips and excursions create the environment for experiential learning Cos’è l’apprendimento esperienziale? Opzione di seguire corsi di “independent study” in cooperazione con importanti enti locali Gite scolastiche e escursioni creano l’ambiente ottimale per l’apprendimento esperienziale 20 Academic Program: Percorso formativo: Cambridge International Curriculum 1 year of Secondary 1 (age 14) 1-2 years to complete GCSEs (ages 15-16) 2 years complete A levels (ages 17-19) Our school Guidance Counsellor will support application discussions with universities of our students’ choice. Cambridge International Curriculum 1 anni per completare il Cambridge Seconary 1 1-2 anni per completare il Cambridge IGCSE 2 anni per completare il Cambridge A Level Il nostro consulente scolastico appoggerà e aiuterà i nostri studenti con le domande d’ammissione alle università che sceglieranno 21 22 Academic Program: Percorso formativo: Cambridge International Curriculum Cambridge International courses are accepted by post-secondary institutions all over the world. In Italy, this includes Bocconi University; Cimea -Information Centre on Academic Mobility and Equivalence; John Cabot University – Rome; Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore; The University of Siena; University of Udine Cambridge International Curriculum Certificazioni Cambridge sono accettate da università in tutto il mondo In Italia: L’Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi; John Cabot University – Roma; l’Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore; l’Università di Siena; l’Università di Udine Academic Program/Percorso formativo: Canadian Curriculum 18 Compulsory Credits 12 optional credits 40 hours of community involvement activities English literacy proficiency Canadian secondary school diplomas are accepted by universities all over the world Canadian Curriculum 8 crediti obbligatori 12 crediti opzionali 40 ore di attività di servizio sociale Competenza di alfabetizzazione Il diploma canadese è riconosciuto e accettato da università in tutto il mondo 23 24 Canadian Schedule/Orario percorso canadese: Classes run from Monday, September 6, 2017 – Friday, June 29, 2018 Organized in 4 Terms Le lezioni incominciano lunedì il 6 settembre 2017 e terminano venerdì il 29 giugno 2018 L’anno scolastico è diviso in 4 terms Canadian Curriculum Terms Daily Schedule Term 1 September 6, 2017 to November 10 2017 Period 1 8:30 – 10:45 Term 2 November 16, 2017 to February 1, 2018 Period 2 10:55 – 1:10 Term 3 February 6, 2018 - Friday April 20, 2018 Lunch Term 4 April 25, 2018 – June 29, 2018 Period 3 2:10 – 4:25 1:10 – 2:10 Cambridge Schedule/Orario percorso Cambridge Classes run from Monday, September 6, 2017 – Friday, June 29, 2018 25 Le lezioni incominciano lunedì il 6 settembre 2017 e terminano venerdì il 29 giugno 2018 Grade Course Load Daily Schedule Grade 9 8 courses per year 8:30 – 4:10 with Day 1/Day2 Grade 10 8 courses per year 8:30 – 4:10 with Day 1/Day2 Grade 11 6 – 8 courses 8:30 – 4:30* 45 min classes Grade 12 3-5 courses 8:30 – 4:30* 90 min classes *Approximate timing, subject to change/orari approssimativi, possono essere soggetti a variazioni SAT Prep and Advanced Placement/Preparazione SAT e Advanced Placement SAT Prep and AP were created by the College Board in New York offering college-level curricula and examinations to high school students worldwide* Nearly all colleges and universities in the US (and even some in Canada) grant credit and placement for qualifying AP exam scores. 26 Corsi di preparazione SAT e AP sono stati creati dal College Board a New York e offrono corsi al livello college/university ed esami per studenti liceali in tutto il mondo Quasi tutte le università americane (e anche alcune canadesi) riconoscono esami AP *Students are responsible for arranging their own exams at College Approved testing centers, which can be can be found at collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register/find-test-centers / Offriamo ai nostri studenti l’opportunità di completare i corsi con l’aiuto di un insegnante, fare I compiti e scrivere I temi al livello AP e anche prepararsi per i componenti dell’esame AP svolti in laboratorio SAT Prep and Advanced Placement: Blyth Academy Online provides an SAT prep course and AP courses in English Literature and Composition English Language and Composition Biology Chemistry Physics 2 Calculus BC Statistics We provide students with the opportunity to work though the syllabus with a teacher, complete assignments and essays at the AP level, and even prepare for the lab components of the AP exam. 27 Blyth Academy Online offre un corso di preparazione SAT e corsi AP nelle seguenti materie: Letteratura e scrittura inglese Lingua e scrittura inglese Biologia Chimica Fisica Calcolo Statistica Offriamo ai nostri studenti l’opportunità di completare i corsi con l’aiuto di un insegnante, fare I compiti e scrivere I temi al livello AP e anche prepararsi per i componenti dell’esame AP svolti in laboratorio *Students are responsible for arranging their own exams at College Approved testing centers, which can be can be found at collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register/find-test-centers Curriculum Overview: To the right is an illustration of Canadian Grade 9 and Cambridge Secondary 1 courses Panoramica percorsi formativi: Un confronto tra alcuni corsi del Canadian Grade 9 e il Cambridge Secondary 1 Canadian Cambridge 6 subjects, 2 Optional Eight subjects English Mathematics Science Geography Healthy Active Living Education The Arts English Mathematics Science Optional Choices: Business Food and Nutrition Computer Studies Exploring Technology Communication Technology 28 Foundation Subjects: Art and Design Citizenship Computing Design and Technology Languages Geography History Music Physical Education Statutory Subjects: Religious Education Sex and Relationship education Curriculum Overview: To the right is an illustration of Canadian Grade 11 and IGCSE Key Stage 4 courses Panoramica percorsi formativi: Un confronto tra alcuni corsi del Canadian Grade 11 e l’IGCSE Key Stage 4 Canadian IGCSE English Language and Composition English –First Language English Literature Mathematics Mathematics Biology Chemistry Physics Biology Chemistry Physics Visual Arts Art and Design Marketing and Entrepreneurship Business Studies Food and Nutrition Food and Nutrition Italian Italian – Foreign Language 29 30 English as a Second Language/L’inglese come lingua straniera: There are minimum English language proficiency requirements for both the Canadian and Cambridge diplomas As needed, English language instruction will be available to students at an additional cost Esistono dei requisiti linguistici per entrare in entrambi i percorsi formativi Corsi d’istruzione di lingua inglese sono disponibili (con costo aggiuntivo) per gli studenti che ne abbiano bisogno 31 Balanced Lifestyle: Blyth Academy Florence will consider the interests of its students when scheduling extracurricular activities such as sports and clubs Academic travel and field trips will be organized Opportunities for community service will be available Vita equilibrata: Blyth Academy Florence prende in considerazione gli interessi degli studenti per l’organizzazione delle attività extracurricolari Gite scolastiche ed escursioni faranno parte dei lezioni Saranno disponibili diverse opportunità di fare servizio sociale 32 Travel Study Options: Blyth Academy Florence students have the option to register in any of the other high school programs that Blyth offers to further enrich their secondary school experience. Blyth Academy in Canada Summer School in Canada Global High School International Summers Community Service Opzioni vacanza studio: Gli studenti iscritti a Blyth Academy Florence hanno la possibilità di iscriversi in qualsiasi altro programma high school che la Blyth offre per arricchire ancora di più la loro esperienza high school. Blyth Academy in Canada Summer School in Canada Global High School International Summers Community Service Blyth Academy Online: With over 70 courses that cover all areas of the curriculum, Blyth Academy Online allows students in grades 9-12 the opportunity to take an extra credit or complete their diploma online. 33 34 Global High School: Study one term, a semester, or a full year (September to May) across the globe in Europe, Asia, Oceania and Latin America. Our global classroom opens up more than 30 Ontario and AP accredited courses to Grade 11, 12, and Gap Year Students 35 Next Steps Fees: Promotion on annual tuition fee of €9,990* for the first 30 families Annual Tuition fee of €11,990* for remaining seats in 2017/18 Tuition fees payable quarterly** 36 * This fee will increase by no more than 3% per year until the student graduates ** Deposit of € 1000.00 and Registration Fee €495.00 required with application Visit www.blythflorence.it for Terms and Conditions Tariffe scolastiche: Promozione sulle tariffe annue - €9.990* per le prime 30 iscrizioni Tariffe annue - €11.990* per gli ultimi 20 posti dell’anno 2017/18 È possibile pagare le tariffe in 4 rate** *Le tariffe non subiranno aumenti di più del 3% all’anno, fino alla conclusione degli studi dello studente **Al momento dell’iscrizione sono richiesti: un anticipo di € 1.000,00 e la tassa di iscrizione di €495,00 Visitate www.blythflorence.it per le Condizioni generali Dates and Contact: Apply by January 31, 2017 to receive the introductory promotion on tuition Contact our Admissions Office in English or Italian at [email protected] Date importanti e contatti: Iscrivetevi entro il 31 gennaio 2017 per usufruire della promozione introduttoria sulle tariffe scolastiche Contattate l’Admissions Office a [email protected] (Scriveteci anche in italiano) 37 38 THANK YOU GRAZIE