
Welcome to the blog of our English Course in Maredsous.
Sunday: day 1
Sunday it's the first day of our English Course in Maredsous. We're looking forward to meeting all of our students and to spending an excellent week together! Believe us, it’ll be an incredible adventure. With one clear rule: we talk English always and everywhere!
Are you ready for the start of your week with Ruysschaert? You'll find all the practical information about the English Course via the personal link you've received by email. Just to make sure:
- We expect pupils to arrive between 10h15 and 11h30. On arrival you'll receive the first practical information. Then you can take your luggage to your room and make yourself at home. If you still have time, feel free to get to know the other participants.
- At noon the director warmly welcomes everybody, parents and pupils, to the opening session, explains the arrangements and calls out the pupils’ names so that they can join their class.
- Then comes the official start of the course.
- We start with the midday meal followed by the tests and the first lesson.
See you soon!
PS: Are you curious to see how it all plans out on our language course? We post photos and videos on our Facebook & Instagrampage and our blog every day so that we can keep you up-to-date with our activities. We’ll post the first pictures from tomorrow! Follow us @ruysschaertlanguageacademy!
Monday: day 2
Yesterday we welcomed an exuberant, eager group of students who were enthusiastic to enrichen their knowledge of the English language and culture.
After an excellent meal we began with introductory activities and a knowledge test.
Then the real lessons started.
We ended the day with a connecting activity: the fabulous first meeting games!
- Curious about today's programme? Download here “The Daily Ruysschaert”
- And take a quick look at yesterday's photos
Tuesday: day 3
Today we have experienced another nice alternation of study and relaxation moments with our motivated students. The lunch was very tasty and in the evening spaghetti was on the menu.
For the first time we were allowed to let our vocal cords vibrate during the singing session and we also experienced the start of the volleyball competition.
After the second study block we combined our knowledge of the English language with the competitive approach: the Wonderful Word Games.
- Curious about today's programme? Download here “The Daily Ruysschaert”
- And take a quick look at yesterday's photos
Wednesday: day 4
The morning kicked off with interactive lessons. Our enthusiastic teachers captivated the students with challenging assignments and thought-provoking discussions. The use of more complex vocabulary and sentences was no longer a hurdle!
After the morning lessons, it was time for a well-deserved break. The students enjoyed a refreshing lunch, nourishing both their minds and bodies. The lively conversations during the meal showcased how our students connect with each other and practice their language skills.
The afternoon was dedicated to lessons. From vocabulary to grammar and from pronunciation to skills, the students could fully express themselves. It was amazing to see how they translated their ideas into English while giving their creativity an outlet.
As the icing on the cake, the day concluded with our Halloween-themed event: The Greatest Artist Game! Teams competed for the title of 'Greatest Artist'. Each group was tasked with creating a spooky piece of art. The creativity was palpable, and the enthusiasm was infectious!
The evening wrapped up in a joyful and relaxed atmosphere. It was the perfect way to end the day and further strengthen the bonds between the students.
- Curious about today's programme? Download here “The Daily Ruysschaert”
- And take a quick look at yesterday's photos
Thursday: day 5
Before noon our passionate teachers, who make learning fun and engaging, offered language-enhancing and enriching lessons.
In the afternoon, our students pulled the silliest faces for a memorable class picture.
As the evening approached, pupils joined us for a thrilling Halloween-themed forest walk. We enjoyed the clouded sky and shared stories as we explored the beautiful scenery around us.
To cap off the day, we had to choose between a spooky Halloween movie or exciting competitions that tested our skills and creativity.
- Curious about today's programme? Download here “The Daily Ruysschaert”
- And take a quick look at yesterday's photos
Friday: day 6
Today we dived right into fantastic, enriching lessons alternated with relaxing and/or sporty activities. At noon, our students couldn’t get enough of the delicious fries! They also got to enjoy an even more interesting lesson later in the day. In the evening, we were treated to a fantastic Halloween talent show where the students could showcase their talents, combined with a costume party and a quiz. Unforgettable!
- Curious about today's programme? Download here “The Daily Ruysschaert”
- And take a quick look at yesterday's photos
Today it is already the last day of our last English course this season. The language adventure has flown by so fast! We have laughed, played and learnt a lot. And all in a foreign language. We will gladly share all those beautiful moments in this way with our closing video.
Our sincere thanks to everyone for this fabulous week at Ruysschaert. You were fabulous!
See you in 2025?