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 A great opportunity for your teenager to learn English and live with an English family

Why choose Bristol for your teenager to learn English this summer?

• Our partner in Bristol is one of UK’s top 5 English summer schools with host family accommodation!
• Your teenager will live with an English family and learn English with other young people from around the world.
• Teenagers have a specially designed English course with a full afternoon activity programme.
• Bristol is a safe, friendly city with good flight connections. It’s an ideal destination for teenagers travelling alone.
• There’s plenty to see and do for teenagers when they’re not learning English in the classroom. Bristol is close to lots of popular tourist attractions and London is just 90 minutes away by train.

• Enjoyable morning English classes specially designed for teenagers.
• Every English lesson covers a different topic to keep teenagers interested.

Teen activity programme:

• The activity programme offers varied afternoon activities and evening events.
• Teenagers take part in English games and quizzes in a friendly competitive atmosphere.
• There is an afternoon excursion on Wednesday and full day excursion on Saturdays, and some Sundays.
• Teenagers have plenty of opportunity to use their English, meet other teens and experience UK life and culture with their host family.

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Learn English in Chester – the UK’s top summer programme in English for teenagers!

Our Chester teen English summer course is now ranked Number 1 in the UK

(It was the best trip ever – What did a French teenager think of his summer camp? 

Why choose Chester for your teen this summer?

• Our Chester English school is now ranked the top English summer camp with host family accommodation based on its British Council inspection.
• Teenagers enjoy discovering Chester – a fabulous mediaeval city.
• The English course for teens is one of the top English and activity programmes in the UK.
• The school has been running English courses for teens for many years and knows what makes a good course for your teenager.
• It offers an outstanding afternoon excursion/activity programme.
• It has a highly qualified team of permanent and part time teachers who all have experience of working with teenagers.
• There are no large groups of students.

The English and Activities Programme

• Lessons for the English summer course take place in Chester University.
• Morning lessons focus on improving your English speaking.
• Afternoon excursion/activity programme is one of the outstanding features of the course.

The programme has:

• No large groups, so every teenager gets individual attention.
• A high ratio of staff to students (1:10). Your child will have extra care at all times.
• A maximum of 100 teenagers at one time.
• An excellent nationality mix – your teenager will have more opportunity to speak English.
• A high quality social programme with a wide variety of activities.
• Carefully chosen, caring families and good homestay accommodation.
• Excellent, professional and friendly teachers.

Special weekly features:

• 2 project based afternoons
• 1 half-day excursion
• 2 half-day activities
• 2 evening events
• 1 full-day weekend excursion on all mid-course weekends (not the final Saturday)

Accommodation

Your teenager with stay with an English family. This is a very important part of the language trip.

Many students return year after year and stay with the same family.

Usually, there will be other students from the same course in the house with you. They will be a similar age, but not from the same country. Students will make friends and travel together to and from school.

The students spend Sundays and most evenings in their homestay being part of an English family. there is usually have some homework to do. This is part of the ‘speaking’ time with the family. The homework will be fun with games and quizzes so that young students can learn about British life and the host family can learn about the student’s country.

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York – 60 years of experience of English for teenager programmes!

You know that your teenagers will be looked after – the school is classed among the top summer English courses with host family accommodation!

Why choose our York English school?

• The school has been run by the same family since 1962 and was one of the first language schools to gain British Council Accreditation.
• Based on its British Council inspection, it is now classed in the top 10 UK language schools for its teenage summer courses with host family accommodation.
• The school is set in spacious grounds with sports facilities for students. the classrooms are well equipped with Wi-Fi, IT room, library and self-access material.
• Programme includes access to online learning from their registration to 12 weeks after the course ends.
• Classes are small with usually just 12 per class, but this can be 14 in busy summer months.
• The school provides good value for money with intensive English classes at an affordable price.

Intensive English course – 22.5 hours

This is a course for students who want to make quick progress in English.

• The course has 22.5 hours of English tuition each week
• Twice a week the lessons take place outside the classroom, in interesting places in the city.
• Classes are organised by level.

Accommodation

• Our York partner has a dedicated network of caring families that have been working with them for many years.
• Most are within walking distance of the school.
• All families working with minors are checked as required by the British Council.
• There are often two teenagers per family. They will usually speak different languages unless the students are part of a school group.

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Summer English courses in Oxford – Learn English and discover beautiful Oxford

Learn English and enjoy your summer in a great school. Our Oxford partner school is a Centre of Excellence and one of the very best schools in the UK.

If you want to make good progress in your English and enjoy summer activities in beautiful Oxford, then this is just for you.

The programme combines English courses with a full programme of social activities, visits and trips to popular tourist destinations.

Courses

Your classes will be dynamic and communicative. You will often work with another student or in a small group so you have the chance to speak as much English as possible.

Classes are small, so your teacher can adapt the lessons to suit the students’ interests and give you personal attention to help you to make good progress.

With your teachers you will see different styles of teaching, but you will work hard and also have a lot of fun in class.

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Choose an intensive English course in our Oxford school to make quick progress.

Our Oxford school is one of the top three English schools in England. You can do an intensive English course to help you reach your goals all year round.

• What is an Intensive English Course?

Intensive English courses are the schools most popular courses.

This is a full-time course with 21 hours a week of English.

On your intensive English course you study every morning and on 3 afternoons per week.

Cultural, social or sporting activities are also included in your course.

• How long will I study?

You can choose study as many weeks as you need to reach the level you need.

The minimum enrolment is 2 weeks. Most students study between 2 and 12 weeks, but some students choose long term courses and study for 44 weeks.

• When can I start?

In the summer, there are fixed start dates for your course, but during the year you can start an intensive English course on most Mondays except when it is a school holiday.

You can choose the date you want to start and the number of weeks you want to study.

All beginners must start on fixed dates.

• Which level class will I be in?

You will be in a class with students of your level.

On your first day, you will have a written test and interview. This will show the teachers your level of English.

You may join an existing class. The experienced make sure this is easy for you and you are in a friendly, positive learning atmosphere.

• Combine your course with a Cambridge exam

If you are a level B1 land above and are studying on an Intensive English course, for a minimum of 4 weeks from September to June you can prepare the internationally recognised English exams. You can choose IELTS or the Cambridge exams.

• Organisation

All student have morning classes from 9.15am to 1pm.

Afternoon classes start at 2pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and finish at 4pm.
You can choose General English activities to help you make more progress, or you can prepare a Cambridge exam or the IELTS.

• Your English lessons have a wide variety of interactive activities.
• You will practise grammar and new vocabulary in a relaxed, supportive environment.
• You will receive personal attention; your teachers plan their lessons carefully to suit the needs and interests of their students.

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Learn English in a quality English language school in Oxford

Why choose our quality English courses in Oxford?

• Our Oxford partner is one of the very best English schools in the UK. It is classed in the first 3 English language schools based on its British Council inspection. The school scored 14 out of 15 points.
• Oxford is one of the world’s most famous student cities. You will live among students from the UK and around the world.
• The school has a choice of English courses so can organise your time-table to fit your goals.
• The social programme has many free activities. You can use your English and discover Oxford and the UK.

General English courses in Oxford

General English courses are always the most popular classes. They are the foundation of learning English. These are courses that help everyone to progress – from beginner to very advanced.

You can take a programme with classes in the morning and free time to discover Oxford and popular tourist destinations.

If you want to make faster progress, you can add specialist courses in the afternoon (intensive).

On a General English course you will have:

• Small classes. There are an average of 8 students. The maximum is 12.
• Mixed nationality classes. You all speak English together and you become more confident. You will make good progress.
• Great teachers. Teachers are professional and experienced. The school has a large number of teachers with advanced qualifications.
• Interesting, interactive and fun lessons.
• A good learning experience. In our Oxford school many of the students return and recommend the school to their friends and families.
• Great facilities. You will have free internet and self-study facilities. There are study rooms where you can relax, listen to music, watch TV and DVDs. It’s a great place to meet up with teachers and other students.

• Study every morning from 9.15 until 1pm.
• Take part in weekly cultural, social and sporting activities.
• Start almost any Monday.

In class you will work on:

• grammar in authentic situations
• speaking skills with pronunciation
• writing skills, both formal and informal
• reading and listening skills
• building and using vocabulary

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Newcastle – Do a course to prepare the IELTS academic test with experienced teachers and examiners.

Why choose our Newcastle school to prepare the IELTS Academic test?

• The school is a British Council Centre of Excellence  so you know you are getting quality IELTS preparation.
• The school is also an official IELTS test centre. Your teachers may also be experienced IELTS examiners.
• You can combine preparation for the IELTS academic test with an academic English course to get you ready for UK university.
• Newcastle was chosen as the UK’s number one student city by Microsoft Network Travel based on student life, location, cost of living, culture, atmosphere, friendliness and night life.
• It has a great social programme which will help you improve your spoken English.

How many hours will I study?

You can choose an IELTS programme of 15 or 25 hours a week.

This will depend on your level of English.

1,   15-hour English for academic purposes course with preparation for the IELTS academic test.

• You will have 10 hours a week of IELTS preparation in the classroom, with 5 hours a week of Individual Academic English Personal Study Programme.
• This is for students who have a good level of English.
• You will learn and practise IELTS academic test techniques.
• All parts of the IELTS test are covered

2,  25-hour English for academic purposes course with preparation for the IELTS academic test and general English.

• This course is for students who need to improve their English and to practise IELTS test techniques.
• The general English course will help you improve all your English skills: Speaking, listening, reading and writing.
• The IELTS and academic English module will help you prepare the IELTS academic test and be ready to study in an English-speaking university.

3,  IELTS Evening classes

• Our Newcastle school is now offering quality course to help you prepare the IELTS academic test in the evening.
• The classes take place 2 evenings a week from 6 to 8. There is a 10 minute break.

Who will my teachers be on the IELTS course?

• Teachers are well-trained and have worked around the world.
• They are experienced in IELTS exam preparation and some are IELTS examiners.
• You will get support from the Academic Director and teaching staff.
• You will have regular meetings with your teacher to talk about your progress.

IELTS test centre

Our Newcastle school is a test centre for the IELTS academic test to go to an English-speaking university.

You can also take the IELTS general test.

Students who want the IELTS for immigration must take it at UKVI test centre. The nearest centres are Edinburgh and Manchester.

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Take a 4-week IELTS preparation course with the IELTS test on the last day!

Why do an IELTS preparation course in our Brighton partner English school?

• You can do a 4-week intensive IELTS course with the test on the last day. A great opportunity for busy students.
• Our partner is a ‘Centre of Excellence’ – a top British Council school – so you’re sure you’ll have quality IELTS preparation.
• Brighton is a great place – it’s a seaside city on the south coast, just a short train ride from London.
  It’s often called ‘London by the sea’ with top events in art, music, dance and drama.
• You can be sure you will make good progress on the IELTS course, reach the score you need on the test and enjoy your time in Brighton.

The intensive 4-week IELTS course:

• The 4-week IELTS course is available every month.
• It covers all parts of the IELTS academic module.
• You will have 25 or 30 lessons per week of IELTS preparation and academic English classes.
• You will have IELTS practice examinations under authentic exam conditions.
• Your teachers will give you regular tutorials with individual help and study advice
• The official IELTS test is on the Saturday after the preparation course.

• a friendly learning environment
• IELTS preparation with experienced teachers
• teachers who are often IELTS test examiners
• small classes with a maximum of 12 students and mixed nationalities
• a free service giving you advice and help for IELTS registration, university entrance and application
• a varied programme of social activities and excursions
• a Self-Study Centre with a wide range of IELTS test materials and past IELTS papers for practice

Go to our Advice page to get more information about IELTS.

Or try a practice IELTS test.

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An opportunity to do a CELTA course and continue to work

The part time CELTA course is specifically designed for people who are living and working in Barcelona

It allows you to continue working while preparing CELTA.

The part time CELTA is assessed and moderated in exactly the same way as the full time course.

The Part time CELTA course – 4 months

Time table

Sessions are between 9.00am and 2.30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.
These include teaching practice.

A typical day on the part-time course, although there are may be variations:
9-10.45 Input session
10.45-11.00 Break
11.00-11.30 Feedback & assisted lesson planning
12.00-14.00 Teaching practice with real students
14.00-14.30 Feedback & assisted lesson planning

Dates 2017

• March 1—June 21
• November 6—February 26, 2018

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CELTA Barcelona – prepare TEFL’s most accepted teaching certificate

If you are looking for a TEFL course that will open doors to teaching around the world – then a Celta course with our Barcelona centre is an excellent choice.

• Our Barcelona CELTA centre is a leader in English teaching and learning.
• It is part of the group of schools that created the original English Language Teaching (ELT) training courses over 50 years ago – the very first TEFL courses.
• The school now provides the most recognised and accepted initial TEFL course – The Cambridge CELTA.
• For anyone starting a career in English language teaching, the four week CELTA is no doubt the most popular course.
• You can start a course every month.
• Our Barcelona partner centre attracts CELTA trainees from around the world who come for the high quality training.
• You will have the opportunity to observe some of the best TEFL teachers in their classrooms.

Cambridge CELTA course format

You can choose between 3 different formats:

• full time
• part time and
• online (blended – part online and part face to face)

The 3 different course formats are assessed on the same criteria.

They lead to exactly the same qualification and certificate.

Course content

• Language analysis and awareness
• The learner, the teacher and the teaching/learning context
• Language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking
• Planning and resources for effective teaching
• Classroom management skills
• Developing teaching skills and professionalism
• Classroom observation
• Teaching practice

Entrance requirements

Native speakers should have a standard of education which would allow entrance to higher education in their country. If you are not a native speaker, then you should have a C2 level proficiency. Acceptance on the course is at the discretion of the centre after completing the tasks and the interview.