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ENRICHMENT UKVS Short Courses

Big passions. Short courses. Real discoveries.

Focused, expert-led adventures that help learners explore fascinating subjects without committing to a full-time curriculum.

Open to home-educating families, expats, world schoolers and mainstream students looking for something more.

Open to all Recordings included No full-time enrolment

3Course rotations yearly
12Weeks of discovery
3Live sessions monthly
A learner exploring a UK Virtual School Short Course
Fresh topics every termAlways something new to explore
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Expert-led adventuresLearn with specialist UKVS teachers
Recordings includedCatch up and revisit lessons
Open to all learnersNo full-time enrolment needed
Every termA fresh course line-up

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Why families choose Short Courses

A focused adventure.
A lasting spark.

Learners can follow a new interest, build practical skills and meet an expert teacher without adding a full school timetable.

01

Live Interactive Learning

Join moderated Zoom sessions where learners can contribute, ask questions and learn with others.

02

One Fascinating Focus

Spend a term going deeper into a subject that may not appear on a traditional school timetable.

03

Expert-Led Sessions

UKVS teachers turn specialist knowledge into welcoming, age-appropriate learning experiences.

04

Recordings and Resources

Missed sessions and tricky ideas can be revisited through the secure UKVS Student Portal.

05

Fresh Topics Each Term

Complete one short journey, then discover a new creative, scientific or practical interest next term.

How it works

From new interest to real confidence.

A simple format helps learners explore deeply while keeping family schedules flexible.

Current availability can change each term. Admissions will confirm the timetable, recommended age and learning format before enrolment.

Choose

Find the topic that sparks interestStep one

Select an available course and the learning format that suits your family.

Join

3 live sessions each monthStep two

Meet an expert UKVS teacher and take part in a moderated online classroom.

Explore

Build skills across the termStep three

Use recordings and resources between sessions to deepen understanding.

Discover

Rotate into a fresh topicNext term

Finish one focused adventure and choose another area to explore.

The Short Course catalogue

What will they discover next?

Start with the two courses available this term, then preview the planned topics being prepared for Terms 2 and 3.

Planned courses and teachers may change before each term is confirmed. Speak with admissions for the latest availability and recommended ages.

Keep the adventure together

Join live.
Revisit anytime.

The UKVS portal keeps the timetable, session recordings and course resources in one reliable place.

  • See upcoming Short Course sessions
  • Catch up when a live class is missed
  • Revisit resources throughout the term

The practical bits

Your questions.
Clearly answered.

Everything families usually want to know before choosing a UKVS Short Course.

Do we need to be full-time UKVS students?

No. Short Courses are open to all, including home educators, expats, world schoolers and learners attending mainstream school.

Which courses are running this term?

Curious by Nature and Latin are the two courses currently planned to run. The remaining catalogue is being prepared for Terms 2 and 3 and is shown as a preview only.

How long does a Short Course last?

A Short Course is designed as a focused three-month journey, approximately 12 weeks. Exact dates are confirmed with the timetable for each course.

How often do live classes meet?

Live courses usually include three interactive sessions per month, leaving space for independent projects, review and family commitments.

What if my child misses a live session?

Live sessions are recorded and uploaded to the secure UKVS Student Portal so learners can catch up at a convenient time.

What learning formats are available?

Depending on the course, UKVS may offer Live Interactive classes, One Way recorded lessons or Video Bundles. Admissions will confirm the formats available for the selected topic.

How much is a Short Course?

The published guide price is £180 per term. Please speak with admissions to confirm current pricing, format and any course-specific material requirements before enrolling.

Can my child choose a different topic next term?

Yes. New subjects are introduced across the year so learners can follow a fresh interest after completing their current course.

A new interest starts here

Curious today.
Capable tomorrow.

Find the course that makes your learner lean closer, ask another question and look forward to what comes next.

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