Frequently Asked Questions

What is ISCA?

We are a small company with a big reputation whose prime objective is to share an English experience with an international audience.

How long has ISCA been in operation?

We will celebrate our 30th anniversary in 2011.

Where is ISCA based?

The permanent company offices are in London, Piccadilly but in the summer ISCA uses the campus and accommodation of Charterhouse School, one of the most prestigious boarding schools in the south of England.

What is the age range?

The cultural summer camp experience is for 11-14 year olds but we also run customized tours for older students which cover Britain, France, Spain, Italy and Greece.

How many students attend the program?

Each group averages 8 students. Since our foundation in 1981 the largest number of groups on one program has been 12. Students remain in their groups when touring but mix together when on campus.

What nationalities are there?

The majority of school groups comes from the USA and South America. We also encourage groups from the Far East, Europe and the UK.

What are ISCA's special strengths?

• Due to our size we are able to give a lot of quality time to our students ensuring a secure and happy experience.
• Some of the ISCA staff have been on the program from the beginning and are very aware of what makes a fun and enjoyable experience.
• Many school groups attend our program yearly and the same group leaders return regularly.
• Students return to their own campus and accommodation at the end of each day.
• Our summer program is designed specifically for middle-schoolers avoiding too diverse an age range. Parents and teachers frequently comment on this.

What about medical provision?

There is a matron in each house who is first aid trained as are most of the ISCA faculty and the local medical centre provides 24 hour cover. One of the country's leading hospitals is in Guildford only 5 miles away where all emergency medical treatment is immediate and efficient.

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