Language Schools United Kingdom

DESCRIPTION :

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Our English school is a small and friendly school in the heart of Bath.
Facilities: a library with an Internet connexion and diverse pedagogical materials to work your English besides the classes; a search room containing several newspapers and books is at your disposal from Monday to Friday (9 am - 5pm).
Number of classrooms: 6

HIGHLIGHTS
Learn English in Bath! Our English school is located in the town centre of Bath, at only 5 minutes walk from the municipal library. The atmosphere is very friendly between teachers and students. Please note that for those looking for a huge language school; this place may not meet your desire as it rather a family-run school.

COURSE
Type of course:  General English: from 1 to 6 weeks.  
Course content: conversation, listening, writing, reading and grammar, working interactively with plenty of opportunity to practice the skills you are learning.
Course duration: 60 minutes
Test on arrival: yes
Number of students per class: 15 students from different nationalities.
Number of lessons /week: The student can choose between two formulas:
-15 hours (from 9 am to 12:00 pm).
- 25 hours (from 9 am to 12:00 pm and from 13:00 pm to 15:00 pm).
Course material: included

ACADEMIC STAFF
Highly qualified, native-speaking teachers. The language school tries and tested teaching methods with interactive technology to help you really engage with English and gain confidence.
Membership: CILT (national Center for Languages)

LOCATION
The city of Bath and its beautiful countryside has been described as one of England's most beautiful places to visit. Bath is situated within the south west of England.  Bath, the only UNESCO World Heritage City in England, is famous for its eighteenth century Georgian architecture, medieval abbey and Roman remains. The city is located just over 100 miles west of London. It has a long and colourful history, with many famous visitors and residents which is why Bath is one of the most visited cities in Europe. Vibrant, inspiring and beautiful, you couldn't pick a better place to study English. Enjoy our English school in Bath!

PHOTOS :

LOCATION MAP - ENGLISH SCHOOL IN BATH:

SCHOOL TYPE :

English school

ACCOMMODATION :

Host Family: double room, half board (breakfast and evening meal). The host families live within 25 minutes from the school with public transportations.

ACTIVITIES :

Learn English and have fun in Bath! Our English school in Bath offers a wide variety of optional activities: football, student pub nights, salsa classes. Students are responsible for any fees related to these optional activities.

VIDEO - ENGLISH SCHOOL IN BATH :

ELIGIBILITY :

ELIGIBILITY: 16 +
Minimum language level: beginners
VISA: Visa for citizens of a non-European country.

DEADLINE :

Please apply at least 6 weeks before departure.

PROCEDURES :

Please apply through the application form below and specify the course, option and accommodation chosen.

CONDITIONS - ENGLISH SCHOOL IN BATH :

ENGLISH SCHOOL IN BATH

GENERAL ENGLISH

PRICE INCLUDES :

- Administration fees
- Courses (see options)
- Accommodation (see options)
- Course books
- Support, assistance and 24 hours emergency phone number during the whole program

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE :

- International airfare
- International Travel insurance
- Visa, passport and medical exam fees
- Airport pick-up and transfers
- Extra activities organized by the school
- Personal expenses and pocket money
- Medical and Emergency Repatriation Insurance (maybe provided by Nacel for an extra cost)
- Application fees (35 euros)

EXTRA ACTIVITES :

ACCESS/TRANSPORTATION
-Regular airlines to the 4 London airports (Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Luton) or to Bristol with low cost airlines
-Low-cost airlines: Easy Jet, Ryanair, Brussel Airlines, Clickair, Flybe, Germanwings, Wizz Air, Air Berlin, Transavia, Monarch, Sky Europe…
Nearest airport: London Luton or Standted (then take the bus or the taxi to get to Bath).
Train: Regular fast trains from Bath Spa to London Paddington, then from London Paddington take the underground to Liverpool Street; then Stansted Express Liverpool Street-London. Total journey ≈ 3 hours; ≈ £60 (£15 ≈ €20).
Nearest Train Station: Bath Spa railway station; Oldfield Park (smaller and more limited).
Bus: (from London): ≈ 5 hours; £29 (≈ €39).

Transfer possibilities: pick-up at the airport and assistance until the place of living and/or walk-home programme at the end of the stay.
Cost for each way:
- from Bristol: 75 EUR (145 EUR return ticket);
- from Heathrow:  200 EUR (395 EUR return ticket);
- from Cardiff: 185 EUR (365 EUR return ticket).

LIVING COST
Big Mac Price Index: UK= $ 4.06; EU. = $ 3.73 (according to “The Economist” data, 2006).
Bath is known for being a quite expensive city.