San Diego · WSD School

San Diego, California

Possible arrival gateway: San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Join high-school life in San Diego through academic classes, discussion and creative practice, with individual visits for students in Grades 9–12.

High-school campus and lawn

School introduction

This San Diego school brings academic study together with art, handwork, music and movement. Students develop understanding through observation, discussion and making, while practising communication through collaboration.

Individual visits for Grades 9–12 centre on participation in regular high-school classes. Stays usually range from two weeks to six months, allowing students to experience the rhythm of everyday school life.

Curriculum

Regular high-school subjects include science, mathematics, history, English and world languages. A daily seminar of around 110 minutes typically explores one topic over three to four weeks through discussion, observation and hands-on enquiry.

Drama, handwork, music and movement also form part of the wider curriculum. Visiting subjects and classroom tasks depend on prior learning, English ability and the timetable during the stay.

Short stays are for high-school students.
A two-week stay may cover only part of a thematic block; subjects and activities depend on the current timetable.

School features

Individual classroom visits for Grades 9–12
Thematic study with creative and hands-on learning
Stays usually range from 2 weeks to 6 months

Grades available for short-term study & entry requirements

Eligible grades: Grades 9–12

Application requirements

Students must be in Grades 9–12, with placement suited to prior learning and English readiness.
At least two weeks is recommended. Discuss exact dates and places with an advisor before planning travel.
Accommodation, guardianship and transport need arrangements suited to the student.

Will two weeks cover a complete thematic block?

Thematic blocks usually last three to four weeks, so a two-week visit may cover part of a block. An advisor can explain the topics and timetable for the intended dates.

Is this suitable for elementary or middle-school students?

This short-stay arrangement is for high-school students in Grades 9–12.

How are accommodation and costs arranged?

Contact an advisor about accommodation, guardianship, transport and programme costs, taking account of the student’s age and whether a parent will accompany them.

Dates, duration & fees

Length of study: Usually 2 weeks to 6 months; at least 2 weeks recommended
Dates: Contact an advisor about January–February 2027 attendance dates, grade-level places and timetables.
Fees: Contact an advisor

Accommodation & documents

Attendance options: Contact an advisor about accommodation and guardianship

Discuss accommodation, local guardianship and transport with an advisor, taking account of age, dates and whether a parent will travel. Housing or a homestay should not be assumed to be included.

Typical application materials

For an initial enquiry, have the student’s grade, learning background, English level and preferred dates ready.
Ask an advisor for the application checklist appropriate to the student.

More campus & classroom photos

Classroom presentation and discussion

Collaborative printmaking

Hands-on workshop activity

Climbing activity

Location

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San Diego, California · Regional overview

Map attribution

Airports are arrival-planning references, not the school location. Confirm flights, connections and onward school transport separately.

Enquiries & Applications

Discuss classes, dates, entry requirements and family arrangements with an ASCWORLD education advisor.

Enquire & apply

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