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Being in a brand new environment and not knowing anyone can be daunting, but each and every year summer school presents a unique opportunity, an opportunity to make friends outside of your circle and to forge new friendships with people you may not have done so before.<\/span><\/p>\n

The beauty of making the transition from your school to summer school is that there is a chance to find \u2018your people\u2019. You are no longer under the influence of a social hierarchy and cliques of regular school and have a completely blank friendship slate in which to write on.<\/span><\/p>\n

Summer school is a wonderful way to prepare yourself for the social opportunities that lie ahead. At SBC we do all that we can to help you make new friends and to avoid anyone feeling isolated.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s our list of top tips that might make finding new friends that little bit easier.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Wear a passion\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

This blog could be three words long. Talk to people. But what do you talk about? And what if breaking the ice isn\u2019t normally within your nature? A fast track to starting conversations is to wear something which gives you a starting point you\u2019re comfortable with.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you love football, then why not wear your team\u2019s shirt?<\/span><\/p>\n

If you love Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, Imagine Dragons, and so on\u2026 then why not wear a band t-shirt?<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have a jacket with patches and badges showing all of the things that you\u2019re passionate about, which give a glimpse of where you\u2019re from, what you love, then wear it.<\/span><\/p>\n

Essentially, wearing a passion can help remove all inhibition and awkwardness and it\u2019s an invitation to start a conversation, a conversation you\u2019d feel enthusiastic about, and it\u2019s also a great way to draw people in with the same interests as you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ask questions about the other person<\/span><\/h3>\n

Conversations aren\u2019t just one sided and part of building friendships is getting to know the other person. In making a positive first impression and to get off on the right foot, always show interest by asking questions back. This will help you find common interests and will naturally keep the conversation flowing. If you don\u2019t know much about your friends interests it\u2019s a great way to find out more and learn something new!<\/span><\/p>\n

Secondly, ask open questions. If you ask a closed question that they can answer \u2018yes\u2019 or \u2018no\u2019 to then the conversation might fall flat. Try asking an open question that requires more explanation using words like \u2018what\u2019, \u2018why\u2019 and \u2018how\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you hear a name, then use it.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Like teachers, you have to learn how to memorise many names quickly, and there\u2019s an easy way to do it. Once you\u2019ve asked someone\u2019s name, commit it to memory by dropping it in a conversation here and there to retain it. This also helps make the conversation more personable and your new friend will be happy that you are actively listening to what they have to say.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At summer school you\u2019re going to hear a lot of names which are completely new. Never feel embarrassed by not getting the pronunciation right from the start. By asking someone to repeat, and to tentatively repeat a name back, is showing that you\u2019re making an effort and that\u2019s a super way to show that you\u2019re genuine.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So, if you hear someone\u2019s name then repeat it in conversation. Give it a go.<\/span><\/p>\n

Walk over and say just say hi<\/span><\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t worry about approaching people because you want them to be your friend. If you see someone who interests you, then be brave and say hi. If there is something that has drawn you to that person that you like then why not give them a compliment. It can feel great to receive a compliment and may help put the other person at ease. Maybe you like their style, you think they are great at a particular sport or have a great sense of humor. Let them know! It\u2019s a nice way to break the ice and then put our other tips into practice.<\/span><\/p>\n

Use positive body language<\/span><\/h3>\n

Non-verbal communication is just as important as verbal. Showing that you are relaxed and approachable is another key way to make new friendships. If your shoulders are shrugged and arms crossed you won\u2019t look approachable to your peers. Smile, make eye contact and nod to acknowledge when someone is talking are all great ways to show positive body language and active listening.<\/span><\/p>\n

This will show people that you\u2019re open to conversation and meeting new people without having to make the first move!<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t worry if it takes time<\/span><\/h3>\n

Trusting people and talking a little about yourself is not a natural thing for everyone. And that\u2019s fine. Everyone\u2019s different.<\/span><\/p>\n

At summer school you can be the person you are now, without any preconceived ideas of who you were before.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If back home you\u2019re the kid who felt like an outsider or an outcast or feel that you haven\u2019t been free to show as much of your true self as you\u2019d like\u2026well at summer school you can and it\u2019s a special gift.<\/span><\/p>\n

Summer school<\/a> is a fantastic chance to explore different sides of who you are and the person you want to be.<\/span><\/p>\n

Embracing the excitement of that when you meet new people, can be the best thing about summer school when you look back in years from now.<\/span><\/p>\n

At SBC we have no doubt that if you\u2019re feeling worried about meeting new people now, that by the end you\u2019ll feel like a new person. Celebrating your graduation on the dance floor taking selfies and smiling from ear to ear with special new friends who not so long ago you didn’t know.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why? Because that is the magic of summer school.<\/span><\/p>\n

And you have absolutely nothing to worry about, and we can\u2019t wait to see you there.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11062","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow to make new friends at Summer School • Summer Boarding Courses<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"We know that making friend can be difficult, especially in a new environment. 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