Stories that cross borders: BEO World concludes its Easter 2025 program season with global success.
- Scarlett Burbano
- May 7
- 4 min read
Delegations from around the world had an unforgettable educational experience on UK campuses, where culture, academic challenges and international friendships marked this edition.
BEO World's final educational trip of the year brought together more than 80 international delegations to six prestigious UK campuses - Ardingly College and Benenden School (BEO), Bradfield College and Lancing College (The Masters), and Christ's College (Wee London) - for an international educational experience based on skills, collaboration and cultural discovery.
PROGRAMMES
The programmes that took place during Easter Week 2025 were:NJU7T
BEO:
The British English Olympics (BEO) is an international academic competition organized by BEO World, aimed at students between the ages of 12 and 16. Over the course of several weeks, school delegations from different countries compete in English in a variety of disciplines such as presentations, research, improvisation, drama, a cappella singing and case solving.
Benenden School:
21 delegations participated in this venue, standing out for their enthusiasm, teamwork and international spirit. Students visited London, Cambridge and Canterbury. Themed nights, a talent show, and International Night- allowed students to share their culture and from lifelong friendships. Benenden came alive with every shout of campus!
Ardingly College:
24 schools with a competitive and energetic atmosphere for this program. Ardingly was the scene of unique excursions to Oxford and London, innovative projects and lasting bonds between students from different cultures. Always with a positive attitude and full of enthusiasm for more adventures and activities.
THE MASTERS:
The Masters is a high-level international academic program created by BEO World, designed for students between the ages of 16 and 18 with advanced English proficiency. Through competencies focused on strategic thinking, problem solving, business simulation and communication skills, participants face challenges similar to those of the professional world.
Bradfield College:
The Bradfield experience was much more than an academic program; it was an immersion in an inspiring environment. With its stunning architecture-the Chapel, the Quad, the Greek Theatre and the cozy Stunt Pavilion dinning-hall - every corner of the campus invited contemplation and learning. The peaceful setting, the continuos support and the friendships forged made Bradfield the perfect space to experience The Masters with depth, creativity and human meaning. In addition to academic work, students enjoyed cultural excursions to Oxford, London and Windsor, where they were able to explore some of the most iconic historical and educational landmarks landmarks of the United Kingdom.
Lancing College:
With the participation of 33 delegations from Latin America, Europe and Asia, the experience at Lancing was a true crossroads of cultures. SThe students visited London for two days and Cambridge for one; in addition, some groups explored Brighton and others Windsor, making the most of each destination. One of the most memorable moments was the corporate outing to Chelsea FC's stadium, where participants got a first-hand look at the management of a world-class sports organization. Theme nights, disco nights, International Night and the Hadestown musical celebrated cultural diversity through dance, music and artistic expression. The academic competitions were intense, and the efforts of the “delegations’s” efforts were recognized with awards at the grand finale. The experience combined culture, fun and learning at every turn.
WEE LONDON:
WEE London (World English Experience) is an international program of BEO World aimed at students between the ages of 11 and 16, focused on personal development through English language learning, cultural discovery and strengthening socio-emotional skills.
Christ's College:
The little ones explored the magic of London while developing leadership, empathy and teamwork skills. They experienced magical moments such as their visit to Station 9 ¾, their own disco night, and an incredible music and singing performance that left an impression on everyone present.
BEO COUNTRY SPOTLIGHT
BEO Country SpotlightStudents selected a country to represent in order to talk about its culture, history, traditions, as well as how this country contributes to sustainability issues.
BEO InvestigationStudents select a tourist attraction to do an investigation to find out how over-tourism was impacting this area in various aspects.
BEO Case StudyAn academic challenge in which students tackle a real case, fast fashion, a topic related to innovation, sustainability and how it is affecting the planet we live in, applying critical thinking and global vision.
BEO A Capella ContestMusical competition where students perform a song written by them about a global issue of current importance: climate change. Pure creativity in every note!
BEO Drama FestivalOriginal theatrical production with its own script, which focuses on how to generate a more sustainable lifestyle and the challenges a person faces when adopting such changes.
BEO Improvisation ChallengeSpontaneous acting challenge: a surprise situation is presented that the teams must interpret in real time, demonstrating ingenuity, cohesion and effective communication.
This year all the competitions focus on a theme of sustainability and how it affects our daily lives and the world.
COMPETENCIAS THE MASTERS
The Masters program challenges high school students with an advanced level of English to solve complex business cases, propose strategic solutions and negotiate in simulated contexts that reflect the real world. Its intensive format promotes leadership, sound argumentation and innovation in global environments.
In this edition, students were challenged to choose a charity project to support and, from this, develop strategies to encourage greater involvement and interaction with charities within the United Kingdom.
WINNERS
British English Olympics 2025 Winners: Chulalongkorn Secondary School
Runner up: Colegio Villa Alarife
3rd place: Instituto Moderno Americano
The Masters 2025 Winners: Collegio San Carlo
Runner up: Anglo Brasileiro
Best brand: Prepatec región Monterrey
Best presentation: Mexicano de Reynosa
BEO World concludes its Easter 2025 edition with thousands of inspiring stories. Beyond the competitions, the students return with a global mindset, new friendships and the certainty that they are capable of transforming their environment. Thanks to all the students who were part of this unforgettable experience and to the parents for trusting us to foster the development of new skills in their children.
Coming soon: verano 2025
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