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Welcome
The A2Z Experience When you come to study at A2Z School of English, we know you will have the experience of a lifetime! Whether you study in London, Manchester or Dublin, we will make you feel welcome and help you settle in. Not only will you improve your English fast with our great teaching methods but you’ll have plenty of opportunity to practice what you have learnt at our many social events: day trips, football in the park, film night, pub club - we offer it all! If you want to have a great time in the UK or Ireland, be taught by great teachers and meet new friends then come and study with us. A2Z School of English is more than just a school - our teachers, support staff and students are all part of a friendly community - so come and join us!
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Find out more about your study experience with A2Z Life at school About A2Z and our schools
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About our students
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Life as a student at A2Z
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Our teachers and classes Meet our teachers
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Your level of English, classes and timetables
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The A2Z Method A2Z Plus
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Modules 19 Exam English
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One-to-One
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TEFL teacher training
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Internships and Demi-Pair Programmes
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Junior Courses
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Make the most of your experience About London
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About Dublin
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About Manchester
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Your social life
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Exploring the UK and Ireland
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We are here to help Your accommodation
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Student support and Visas
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Enrolling
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Life at School
About A2Z and our schools Our schools are located in some of the most vibrant cities in the world: London, Manchester and Dublin. Home to hundreds of bars, clubs, restaurants, theatres, galleries and museums. Everything a visitor wants!
Every year we welcome more than 1,000 students to our schools in England and Ireland. Our schools have excellent, modern teaching facilities whilst offering a relaxed and friendly environment for you to learn English. Our teachers are dedicated to providing you with the very best opportunity to learn. We offer a range of courses for all levels including the A2Z Method, which is one of the fastest ways to learn English. But coming to one of our schools is not just about learning English, it is about having the experience of a lifetime and at A2Z that is exactly what we offer.
We look forward to welcoming you to A2Z School of English.
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Nasir Hussain Operations Director
WHY CHOOSE A2Z? 1) Learn English faster and better with the A2Z Method: 70% speaking and listening. 2) Build your own course with modules and one to one lessons. 3) Wide range of Examination classes, including IELTS, First Certificate and Business English. 4) Three amazing cities: London, Manchester and Dublin. 5) Transfer between schools at no extra charge. 6) Small class sizes: Average 8 students. 7) Students from all over the world: More than 100 different nationalities. 8) Native English Speaking Teachers. 9) Social events all week, including friendly football matches. 10) Support staff that understand you: More than 10 languages spoken. 11) Free internet - WiFi and wired, plus free self-study resources.
OUR ACCREDITATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: A2Z schools are accredited by leading accreditation bodies and authorities. Accreditation means that we have been assessed by international organisations and have high levels of quality service. Our accreditations include* :
London & Manchester
London, Manchester & Dublin
Dublin
* Correct at time of going to print. January 2015.
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Life at School
About A2Z and our schools Our schools are equipped to high standards, providing the perfect learning environment.
Reception area Our friendly multilingual reception teams are always available to help during school hours. They speak many languages including Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Farsi, Portugese, French and Korean.
Computer area Computers are available for you to use whenever the school is open.
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Student lounge
Students meet up here before, during and after classes to socialise, drink a coffee and of course, to practise their English!
Lots of friendly students One of the best things about our schools is the students. There are always other students at school who are happy to chat, help and offer advice.
Free Wi-Fi Internet access whenever you are in the school.
Comfortable and welcoming classrooms The perfect place to learn English in relaxed surroundings.
Self Study Centre The perfect place to concentrate on your studies.
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Life at School
About our students At A2Z we teach students from all over the world and since the school first opened we have welcomed students from more than 100 countries. The wide mix of people and cultures make the school a great place for you to learn and a great place for us to teach. Student mix 2014:
Western Europe / Eastern Europe and Russia: 53%
Turkey, Middle East & Asia: 25% Africa: 12%
Latin America: 10%
Top nationalities in 2014:
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France
Italy
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Libya
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Russia
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Student progress and exam results at A2Z School of English:
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My story My name is Nadia. I’m from Kazakhstan and studied English in London in July 2013. Why did I go there? That’s a strange question with an obvious answer – if you want to learn a language well the best idea is study it in the country where it is spoken. I’m a very sociable person, but even if you are a little shy you will not be able to ignore the activities that the A2Z School organises, such as the game party, cinema evenings and tea parties. Sometimes you can also go somewhere on a group tour, which is very exciting and useful for your language skills. In my opinion, if you come to study English you should do your best to speak, speak and speak in English and don’t speak with someone in your own language. That’s why during my stay in London I lived with a host family. During my stay here I spoke my own language for just a few hours – great! We did a lot of fun things: One day we had classes in a museum. We visited Thorpe park amusement park which was one of my most exciting days in UK. We also went to the Bath. It is a small town and one of the most beautiful cities in the UK, it reminded me of Venice. During my weekends I also visited some clubs in London and had a lot fun there. My daily routine was to go to school, come home around 9pm (because of all the things that I used to do after my classes) then have dinner, check my homework and do some revision of the lessons I learned that day. Finally, I would go to bed and rest to recover my energy for new adventures the next day. I’d like to say that while in London I had such a great time! I met a lot of nice, friendly and cool people. I made some really good friends. I will really miss my vacation in London. And I’m sure I will come back here. Now I experienced it myself, I can tell you with certainty that studying in A2Z London is highly recommended!
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Our teachers and classes
Meet our teachers QUESTION: What makes a great school? ANSWER: Great Teachers! An English school is only as good as the teaching staff and at A2Z we make sure we have the very best teachers to help you to learn English. Our teachers are from England, America, Australia and many other English speaking countries and have exceptional spoken English. They are all experienced teachers with the relevant qualifications to help you get the most out of your time in the UK and Ireland.
Here’s what a couple of our teachers have to say:
JAMES I’ve taught English to students of all ages in Poland,Taiwan and Japan. I enjoy teaching English because I get to meet people from all over the world (both students and colleagues) and because I love seeing progress in students’ ability to express themselves in a foreign language; students are also very entertaining! I love reading, watching art-house movies and photography.
Little Known Fact: James has travelled around the world!
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A lot of our teachers have lived and taught English overseas, so they know what it feels like to be thousands of kilometres from home and have to make new friends and a new life. They all want to ensure that you don’t just learn better English at A2Z School of English but that you never feel bored or lonely! Our teachers arrange a variety of social events from football in the park to weekly tea parties and pub nights, where you can relax and practice your English with your new student and teacher friends!
RACHEL I’ve been teaching English for about 3 years including a year teaching in France. I’ve travelled a lot around Europe and I enjoy visiting new countries and learning about different cultures. I always wanted to teach English and studied teaching for 4 years at university. I love the English language and having the opportunity to help people get to where they want to be in life. I’m a Christian, so I spend a lot of free time getting involved with my church. I also like to hang out with my friends and go to new places.
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Our teachers and classes
About A2Z classes Whatever your reason to learn English we offer the right course for you:
The A2Z Method and A2Z Plus
These General English lessons are ideal for beginners to upper-intermediate level students. The A2Z Method is very interactive and learning is heavily based on speaking and listening. A2Z Plus builds on the A2Z Method by focusing on reading and writing as well.
Modules
Students can take modules to boost skills in specific areas or as part time courses. General English modules include the A2Z Method, Reading and Writing, Conversation and Grammar and Vocabulary. Examination preparation modules include FCE, CAE and IETLS.
Exam Preparation
Our full time exam preparation courses include FCE, CAE and IELTS. Classes provide excellent preparation for exams and lead to certificates suitable for work or academic study.
Business English
This class focuses on the BEC exam and is for students who want to communicate confidently in English at work. Focuses on all aspects of English.
One-to-One
One-to-One lessons are tailor made for each student to help them achieve their specific goals and are usually taken in combination with our full time courses and modules.
Teacher Training
We offer an accredited certTESOL course in addition to our A2Z TESOL Certificate - both designed for people who wish to start a career as an EFL teacher. A number of Continuing Professional Development courses are also available.
Internship and Demi-Pair Programmes For EU students who want to study part time and get part time work experience with a company or as a demi pair living with a family in the UK or Ireland. Both offer an excellent combination of cultural experience and the chance to study.
Junior Courses
We offer junior courses designed specifically for those under 18 years of age which focus on not only English language tuition, but which ensure appropriate supervision for our younger guests during their stay with us. Not all classes are available at all times of day or in all schools. Classes are subject to minimum numbers of students and available space.
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Timetable planner At A2Z School of English you can personalise your own course by choosing different modules and full time courses as well as one-to-one lessons. By adding together options and customising the course in this way we believe you will be able to progress faster and find your experience of learning English more enjoyable. The basic options correspond to our timetable and include full time courses, modules (which can also be part time courses) and one-to-one lessons. All lessons last 50 minutes. The options are:
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Example 3: Full time (20 lessons per week): Full time 20 lessons/week 08.30 - 12.20 Mon - Fri
Example 4: Part time (10 lessons per week): Modules 10 lessons/week 18.30 - 20.20 Mon - Fri
Example 5: One-to-One only (2 lessons per week):
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Your study journey Your progress Learning English opens new possibilities for our students. As you progress through different levels you will become more effective and accurate. After reaching an advanced level of English we offer 3 main streams - General, Academic and Business English. Later we can connect you with a University, a work experience placement or you can take a TEFL teacher training course to become a qualified English teacher.
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Your level of English Which classes are available to you will depend on your level of English. We have classes for all levels of English from beginner to advanced. You can see a detailed listing of what is available in our special chart on the next page. However, before you continue, why not take our online test of English that will give you an indication of your general level?
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General English The A2Z Method
A unique way of learning English The A2Z Method is a fast, fun and very interactive way to learn English. In fact we guarantee your spoken English will improve faster than ever before. It’s perfect for beginners or students with only basic English.
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How the A2Z Method works The teacher asks a question speaking very quickly just like a native speaker and then repeats the question to be sure students understand.
The A2Z Method is so successful because every student is involved all of the time. Each lesson is structured as though it is an informal test of listening, speaking, grammar and sentence construction. This way, whenever a mistake is made, your teacher will correct you instantly,
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The A2Z Method Levels
Absolute beginner to intermediate
Objectives
All round improvement in English skills, especially speaking, listening, vocabulary and grammar
Entrance requirements?
None
Start and end dates
Start any day we are open
Times
Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 10.20, 14.30 - 16.20, 18.30 - 20.20 and Monday to Thursday 12.30 -14.20
Lessons/hours per week
Before 18.30 either 4, 8 or 10 fifty minute lessons per week, after 18.30 also 6 lessons per week
Duration
1 - 120 weeks
Class size - maximum/average
Max 14, avg 8
Progression
After completing book 8 students normally progress to exam preparation
Included in the price
Tuition and progress tests
Not included in the price
Course books
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General English A2Z Plus
A2Z Plus combines the A2Z Method with communicative language teaching to help students improve their reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. These lessons encourage students to think for themselves.
“I have been in Manchester for 8 months and A2Z for 7 months. When I started my English was nothing. A2Z Plus gives you practice for IELTS and more vocabulary. We do a lot of speaking by questions. The teacher asks a lot of questions and we answer. I like the food in Manchester and the people – the people are very polite here.� Walid, studying A2Z Plus
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Levels
Absolute beginner to intermediate
Objectives
All round improvement in English skills, but especially reading, writing and practice in everyday situational English
Entrance requirements?
None
Start and end dates
Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open
Times
Monday to Friday - 10.30 - 12.20, 16.30 - 18.20 and any time during business hours as a one to one lesson
Lessons/hours per week
10 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 8 hours and 20 minutes per week
Duration
1 - 52 weeks
Class size - maximum/average
Max 14, avg 8
Progression
After completing all levels students normally progress to exam preparation
Included in the price
Tuition and progress tests
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Course books
Modules As well as lessons specialising in particular methods of learning or dedicated to helping you achieve success in exams, we also offer extra modules to help boost your learning in areas in which you feel less confident.
General English: • A2Z Method • Reading and writing • Conversation • Grammar and vocabulary
Exam preparation: • IELTS • FCE • CAE
Levels
Elementary to upper proficiency
Objectives
Focus on particular areas of English - grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing and conversation.
Entrance requirements?
You may be asked to complete a short written and/or oral test.
Start and end dates
Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course.
Times
12.30 - 14.30 Monday to Thursday and 18.30 - 20.20 on selected evenings. Any time during business hours as a one to one lesson. Exact times vary by school - contact reception for accurate details.
Lessons/hours per week
4 or 8 lessons per week, ie. 3 hours 20 minutes or 6 hours 40 minutes per week.
Duration
1 - 24 weeks
Class size - maximum/average
Max 14, avg 8
Progression
After completing this module students can transfer to another module.
Included in the price
Tuition and progress tests
Not included in the price
Course books
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Exam English Cambridge English: First (FCE) The First Certificate in English (FCE) is an examination awarded by Cambridge University ESOL. It the most widely recognised General English certificate in England and is very well known across the world. This course is ideal for students who want a certificate in English which will enable them to progress to further education or to boost career prospects. During lessons, our teachers prepare students for all five sections of the examination using previous exam papers, and help identify specific weaknesses for students to focus on. We have full practice tests every four weeks so students are thoroughly prepared.
Key Facts: •T he FCE is valid for life, unlike an IELTS certificate or TOEFL test report. • Paper based tests take place in March, June and December, but computer based tests can be taken at other times.
“I think the FCE is a title that is recognised in all the world and in Spain it is very important to have titles for all the things that you study. We do a lot of exercises about the grammar we study and the exercises you need to pass the FCE exam. I think A2Z is a good school because the facilities are very nice, it’s clean. I was in another one before and I prefer this academy. You have a lot of kind of courses, business courses, all types and I think it’s a good school.” Silvia, Spain, studying FCE
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Levels
Intermediate to proficiency
Objectives
Awareness of all parts of the FCE exam, full and partial practice tests and practical information about the test day leading to increased scores in the test
Entrance requirements?
You may be asked to complete a short written and/or oral test
Start and end dates
Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course
Times
Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 12.30, 14.30 - 18.20, 18.30 - 20.20 and Monday to Thursday 12.30 -14.20
Lessons/hours per week
Before 18.30 20 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 16 hours and 20 minutes per week. After 18.30 4 lessons per week, ie 3 hours and 20 minutes per week
Duration
1 - 52 weeks
Class size - maximum/average
Max 14, avg 10
Progression
Students can take the FCE exam in an external test centre, or progress to the CAE class or IELTS. Students who successfully pass the FCE exam may transfer to our A2Z TESOL certificate course
Included in the price
Tuition and progress tests, including a full practice test every 5 weeks and part of a test each week
Not included in the price
Course books and FCE exam and/or certificate fees
Exam English
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
The Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is the next level up from the FCE, and is also an examination of General English awarded by Cambridge University ESOL. It is for students who need a qualification to show they have a high level of English for academic and professional situations.
Key Facts: •1 2,000 organisations globally recognise the value of Cambridge English Exams. •A CAE qualification is often accepted as proof that you can study a degree course in English. •T he United Kingdom and Australia accept the CAE for study visa applications.
Students who complete the course will be perfectly comfortable communicating almost fluently in English in a wide range of situations.
“We really focus on the skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking in CAE and the teacher also really makes us focus on our weaknesses. The subject matter is really interesting in CAE and the teacher really brings the lesson to life!” Issam, Saudi Arabia, studying CAE
Levels
Upper intermediate to proficiency
Objectives
Awareness of all parts of the CAE exam, full and partial practice tests and practical information about the test day leading to increased scores in the test
Entrance requirements?
You may be asked to complete a short written and/or oral test
Start and end dates
Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course.
Times
Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 12.30, 14.30 - 18.20, 18.30 - 20.20 and Monday to Thursday 12.30 -14.20
Lessons/hours per week
Before 18.30 20 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 16 hours and 20 minutes per week. After 18.30 4 lessons per week, ie 3 hours and 20 minutes per week
Duration
1 - 52 weeks
Class size - maximum/average
Max 14, avg 10
Progression
Students can take the CAE exam in an external test centre. Students who successfullly pass the CAE exam may progress to our teacher training courses
Included in the price
Tuition and progress tests, including a full practice test every 5 weeks and part of a test each week
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Course books and CAE exam and/or certificate fees
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Exam English IELTS For students who want to study at an English speaking university, IELTS is one of the best courses available. More than 7,000 organisations across the world accept IELTS including universities and schools, government departments, professional bodies and associations and a large number of multinational employers.
Key Facts: • I ELTS is the world’s most popular high level English language proficiency test. •T here are more than 800 IELTS test centres in 130 countries worldwide.
“I have been studying for 6 months. I started with the First Certificate. The school helped me a lot, the teachers were really good and they specifically taught us how to do our exam. Now I am studying IELTS and I hope to do the exam at the end of the month. I am thinking of studying a post graduate course so I will need IELTS. think A2Z is the best...they give a good quality of teaching, a good price. I like it!” Annalisa, Italy, studying IELTS
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Levels
Pre intermediate to proficiency
Objectives
Awareness of all parts of the academic IELTS exam, full and partial practice tests and practical information about the test day leading to increased scores in the test
Entrance requirements?
You may be asked to complete a short written and/or oral test
Start and end dates
Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course
Times
Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 12.30, 14.30 - 18.20, 18.30 - 20.20 and Monday to Thursday 12.30 -14.20
Lessons/hours per week
Before 18.30 20 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 16 hours and 20 minutes per week. After 18.30 4 lessons per week, ie 3 hours and 20 minutes per week.
Duration
1 - 52 weeks
Class size - maximum/average
Max 14, avg 10
Progression
Students can take the IELTS examination in an external testing centre or transfer to the CAE class. Students who successfully pass the IELTS test with a score of 4 or more may be able to apply for a University foundation course. Students who achieve a score of 5 or more may apply to University undergraduate or postgraduate courses or the A2Z TESOL Certificate course.
Included in the price
Tuition and progress tests, including a full practice test every 5 weeks and part of a test each week
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Course books and IELTS exam and/or certificate fees
Exam English
Business English including BEC Vantage
We offer Business English courses for students who want to understand how to use English in a work environment: not just for professional business people. Our courses focus on specific business vocabulary, grammar and subjects or situations that might be encountered. The course includes preparation for the Cambridge BEC Vantage examination, which is widely recognised around the world by employers as proof of a person’s English language level.
“I am majoring in Business at my University in Seoul so I need to become familiar with the terms that native speakers usually use in the business context. The teacher helps us to think using business concepts and in using business terms in the correct way. For me studying here has been very, very useful.” Hyung, Korea, studying Business English
Levels
Intermediate to proficiency
Objectives
Increase in general business English skills including special vocabulary and idiomatic constructions, practice of common business situations including video calls, telephone calls, email exchanges and face to face presentations. Awareness of all parts of the BEC exam, full and partial practice tests and practical information about the test day leading to increased scores in the test
Entrance requirements?
You may be asked to complete a short written and/or oral test
Start and end dates
Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course
Times
Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 12.30, 14.30 - 18.20
Lessons/hours per week
20 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 16 hours and 20 minutes per week
Duration
1 - 52 weeks
Class size - maximum/average
Max 14, avg 10
Progression
Students can take the BEC exam in an external testing centre or transfer to another high level class, such as CAE or IELTS. Students that successfully take the BEC Vantage exam may progress to our A2Z TESOL certificate course
Included in the price
Tuition and progress tests, including a full practice test every 5 weeks and part of a test each week
Not included in the price
Course books and BEC exam and/or certificate fees
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Our teachers and classes
One-to-One One-to-One lessons cater for individual needs and are designed to help you fulfil your goals. You can focus on anything that you think will help you make progress, including speaking, listening, reading or writing, as well as grammar and vocabulary. We can also organise tuition focussed on legal, financial, medical or other kinds of special English. One to One lessons are usually taken in combination with our full time courses and modules. As an example, you might study a full time General English course, 2 days per week of modules and 2 one to one lessons per week
Levels
Beginner A1 - Advanced C1
Start and end dates
Any day
Times
Friday 12.30 - 14.20
Lessons/hours per week
We recommend two lessons per week
Duration
1 - 50 weeks
The benefits of One-to-One lessons: • Individual time with a teacher to discuss your needs. • Students can decide ‘what’ they study. • Some examples of study programmes are; Exam preparation, Medical English, Legal English, Business English. • Study plans tailor made to your individual needs and learning styles.
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Becoming a TEFL teacher Our teacher training courses have been developed so that you can take your English skills to the next level - become a teacher! With an English teaching certificate you can apply for jobs all over the world. We offer two types of full time course, depending on your level of English. Our four week intensive accredited TESOL certificate is an externally accredited course for both native and non-native speakers of English who want to qualify as English language teachers. Our A2Z TESOL Certificate course (either 2 weeks or 4 weeks) is a non-accredited course designed for non- native speakers of English who want to qualify as English language teachers. Both courses are full time and have been designed to empower our trainees to deliver fun, creative and interesting lessons in an EFL classroom.
Levels
Advanced to proficiency
Objectives
Theoretical and practical instruction on teaching English including training and observed teaching practice, leading to successful completion of the course
Entrance requirements?
Entry level qualifications for university. Non-native English speakers will require either a pass in FCE/IELTS 7.0 or equivalent (Accredited TESOL) OR a C1 CEFR and either a pass in FCE/IELTS 5.0 or equivalent (A2Z TESOL Certificate)
Start and end dates
See website for official start dates
Times
09.30 - 17.30 Monday to Friday
Lessons/hours per week
Accredited TESOL - 130 hours of training and 6 hours of observed teaching practice. A2Z TESOL Certificate: 80 hours of training and 2 hours of observed teaching practice (2 week course), or 160 hours of training and 6 hours of observed teaching practice (4 week course)
Duration
Accredited TESOL - 4 weeks; A2Z TESOL Certificate - 2 or 4 weeks
Class size - maximum/average
Max 12, avg 8
Progression
Successful trainees may apply for jobs teaching English worldwide
Included in the price
Examination fees, tuition and progress tests
Not included in the price
Course books
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Our teachers and classes
English Plus
Internship and Demi-Pair programmes
Internship If you are a European Union citizen then you can combine part time work experience and study by choosing our internship programme. To qualify for the programme, you need to buy a course of 20 lessons or more per week for a minimum of 4 weeks. Your internship will be organised after your English course so that you can apply what you have learnt in school to real life work environments. All internships are unpaid, but the businesses we work with may decide to take you on either part or full time if they are impressed with the standard of your work. Your work experience can be tailored around your skills, talents and interests. For example: Finance and Accounting Market research
Design Administration
Internet marketing Sales and marketing
Website development Hospitality and Catering
“This internship is my first work experience in the UK, and I couldn’t be happier about it! There is a fast-paced working environment in the office, where I really enjoy the time both learning about the business and improving my English skills.” Raquel Lopez, Spain
Demi-Pair Programme Our demi pair programme is a great way to combine learning English, making lifetime friends and saving on your accommodation costs. You will live with a host family and care for their children. You will also be asked to do light household tasks and to take the children to school or pick them up. You will work 18 hours a week, which might include babysitting some evenings. The rest of your day is free for you to study around your work commitments and to enjoy all that a busy English or Irish city has to offer. Included in your free accommodation is your own single room plus your meals. The Demi-Pair Programme is a fantastic opportunity to improve your language skills because you spend so much time in an English speaking environment.
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For more information abo Internship and Demi-Pair Prograut our mmes visit:
a2z-english.com/english-plus
Junior Courses Junior Summer Camps At all our schools we run summer camps specifically designed for younger guests from 12 to 17 years of age. Students learn to speak English using our unique, engaging and interactive A2Z Method in special classes where they study alongside other students who are under 18 years of age*. Our Junior Summer Camps are available for group bookings as well as for individuals. *Students aged 16 and 17 can attend normal classes with other adult students if they wish.
Junior Tailored Groups We can create specific, tailor-made programmes to meet the needs of your group (minimum 10 attendees, aged between 12 and 17). These courses can run at any time of the year, subject to availability, and classes are run as closed groups. Examples of tailored courses: English & Football, English & Travel, English & Culture and Mini Stays.
Special Considerations for Junior Courses Appreciating that juniors have different needs from adult students, the following are included in the course fees: • All juniors receive a special welcome pack with an ID card showing the 24/7 emergency number • All our schools have two Child Protection Officers available 24 hours a day via the emergency number • Each school has a Welfare Officer who is available to give extra support and to discuss any concerns the student may have In addition: • We can arrange fun social activities which are always supervised by vetted employees • We can provide a wide range of accommodation options (see page 36)
• We can organise a pick-up and drop-off service at the airport (this is mandatory for under-16 students travelling on their own)
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Make the most of your experience
About London Our London school is in Wimbledon, only minutes away from the world famous All England Lawn Tennis Club and a short tube ride to central London. In 1777, Samuel Johnson, the man who wrote the very first Dictionary of English Language wrote about London:
“...when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.” And that is still true today. London is one of the busiest and coolest cities in the world. It is an exciting mix of historic and modern architecture, traditional and new cultures, busy streets full of people and huge open parks. Whatever you want to eat, you will be able to buy it in London and whatever music you want to listen to, you will find a venue that plays it. If you are looking for an incredible and intense life experience then London is the city for you!
Why study at our London School? • Wimbledon has a lovely town centre • Students can stay in great accommodation locally
• We arrange fun social events all year round • There are fantastic transport links to central London - just 15 minutes away
• London has hundreds of galleries, museums, theatres, restaurants, famous buildings and monuments, and offers a vibrant nightlife
Our Wimbledon school is in the centre of the town, has 5 classrooms, a reception and free computer area. There is free Wifi internet throughout the building and a free st udent library
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Wimbledon is the best place to learn English in London. One reason is that there are many nearby homestays so you should spend less time travelling to school than if you study in central London. In addition Wimbledon is one of the nicest areas in London and has great parks, shops and transport to central London. Many famous people including film stars and politicians live in Wimbledon.
The cost of living in London*: Accommodation (homestay) From £160pw (single, HB) Cinema ticket £10.00 Cheap restaurant meal £10-£20 Pint of beer in a local pub £3.50 Cocktail in a club £9.00 1 litre of milk £1.05 12 eggs £2.46 Loaf of bread £1.00 Big Mac Meal £5.00 *All prices are from www.expatistan.com, the cost of living index
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a2z-london.com
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Make the most of your experience
About Dublin Dublin, the capital city of Ireland, is one of the most lively and friendly cities in the world. The city’s one million inhabitants are famous for their sense of humour, relaxed approach to life and for enjoying the ‘Craic’ - the Irish word for fun! Dublin itself has much to offer visitors and almost four million people come to the city every year. It is a city that mixes museums, galleries and historic architecture with a truly modern feel. Further afield, Ireland has a rich history and you don’t need to travel far to find wonderful examples of old Irish Culture set amongst some of the most breathtaking scenery you will ever see.
Why study at our Dublin School? • Dublin is the capital of Ireland and a fabulous city to live in
• Our school is in the heart of the city • The Guinness factory is located in Dublin and offers tasting tours daily • There are hundreds of museums, galleries and theatres to choose from • We host great social events throughout the year
Our Dublin school is in the centre of the City, has 5 cl assrooms, a reception and free c omputer area. There is free Wifi nternet i throughout the building and a free student library
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The cost of living in Dublin*: Accommodation (homestay)
From €1 85pw (single, HB)
Cinema ticket
€ 10.00
Cheap restaurant meal
€ 10-€ 20
Pint of beer in a local pub
€ 4.80
Cocktail in a club
€ 7.80
1 litre of milk
€ 1.30
12 eggs
€ 2.90
Loaf of bread
€ 1.41
Big Mac Meal
€ 7.20
*All prices are from www.expatistan.com, the cost of living index
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a2z-dublin.com
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Make the most of your experience
About Manchester Our Manchester school is in the very centre of England’s vibrant second city. People in Britain will tell you that the further North you travel, the more friendly people are. This is very true of Manchester. You will find that it is a city where people like to talk to you and because more than 85% of the population are native English speakers, you will have lots of opportunity to practise your English!
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study at our Manchester School? • Our school is located in the city centre near China town • There are ten theatres, two symphony orchestras and free museums and galleries
• The huge Trafford Centre shopping precinct is only 15 minutes from the city centre • Manchester offers restaurants, live music and great nightlife • We organise fun social events throughout the year
Our Manchester school is in the centre of the city, has 12 cl assrooms, a reception, student room, free computer access and free nternet i wifi throughout the building
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As well as being home to Manchester City and Manchester United, two of the world’s biggest football clubs, the city also has an incredible music scene. Oasis, The Chemical Brothers, Take That and many more bands launched their careers here. The city has a thriving creative, media and arts scene, fantastic restaurants and some of the coolest (and sometimes wildest) nightlife in the world. Whether you want to relax with friends, be inspired by works of art or just dance the night away, Manchester has it all!
The cost of living in Manchester*: Accommodation (homestay) From £130pw (single, HB) Cinema ticket £7.50 Cheap restaurant meal £8-£15 Pint of beer in a local pub £2.90 Cocktail in a club £6.50 1 litre of milk £0.91 12 eggs £2.14 Loaf of bread £1.02 Big Mac Meal £5.00 *All prices are from www.expatistan.com, the cost of living index
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a2z-manchester.com
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Make the most of your experience
Your social life A big part of your experience will be linked to your social life. While you are here you will have a chance to mix with other students and make friends with people from all over the world. We have a full social calendar with events organised every week. Some events are unsuitable for under 18’s*.
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Weekly events include: • Guided tours • Afternoon tea • Film night
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a2z-english.com/social
• Friday night pub club •S aturday football in the park - we are always looking for new players to join. Are you the next Ronaldo, Messi or Balotelli?
All our schools arrange day trips to nearby locations and tourist attractions, such as York, Brighton, Old Trafford, The Houses of Parliament and the London Eye in England. In Ireland we also run day trips, for example tours of Trinity College and the Guinness Brewery or a cultural visit to Dublinia and the Viking World. From hip bars and clubs, to galleries, fine restaurants or fish and chips in the park there is always something to do and someone to do it with.
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Manchester /a2zschool London /a2zlondon Dublin /a2zdublin *Notice for under-18 students: * Some events are not suitable for under-18 students – e.g. those involving alcohol. We will always inform students if there are age restrictions for an event. * Outside lesson time, 16- and 17-year-olds enrolled on adult courses are supervised by a vetted member of staff only when taking part in social activities organised by the school. * With regard to Junior Summer Camps and Junior Tailored Groups (i.e. closed groups of students aged between 12 and 17), specific levels of supervision outside classroom hours are agreed with parents/guardians on a case by case basis.
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Exploring the UK and Ireland Whether you choose to live and study in Manchester, London or Dublin, you will never be far away from spectacular scenery, historic stately homes or incredible tourist attractions.
Edinburgh Lake District Belfast
York Cork
DUBLIN
MANCHESTER
Liverpool
LONDON
Brighton Stonehenge
Windsor Castle
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We’re here to help
Your accommodation Making our students feel happy and comfortable is a big part of what we do at A2Z. We offer three types of accommodation and our dedicated Accommodation Manager will help you find the perfect place to live.
MOST HOM ACCOMMO ESTAY DATION IS LESS Juniors’ Accommodation If you are under 18 years of age, there are special rules which apply to you when it comes to accommodation and our Accommodation Manager will be available to assist and guide you. Under-16 students who book individually must stay with one of our vetted host families (unless they are staying with relatives, which must be confirmed in writing). Accommodation for groups of under-16 students can be arranged either in homestays or in halls of residence – in the latter case so long as their group leaders are present overnight.
Homestay Most of our students choose to stay in an English speaking home where they are able to spend time with the host family, learn more about English culture and practice speaking English. A lot of our families have hosted students for many years and all homestays are inspected regularly to ensure they meet our high standards. The accommodation includes a private single room, bedding, laundry facilities and internet access. Our standard homestay includes breakfast and evening meal taken with the family every day, and lunch at weekends. We can provide customised homestays if you require special food or to be closer to the school, subject to availability, and we will charge extra to arrange this.
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“A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE” Student residences Choosing to live in a shared student residence is a very social way to enjoy your time away from home. You will live with other students so will get lots of opportunity to socialise and practise speaking English. You will have to do your own cooking but for students who want to make the most of the Great British nightlife a student residence is a great place to live!
Hotels and hostels We can also arrange for you to stay in a hotel or hostel. Hotels and hostels are good for short stays, but are quite expensive when compared with homestay or our student residences. However, you might not socialise as much and might speak English less than in a homestay.
House / Flat share Many of our students choose to share a house or flat with others and can opt for either a single private room or a twin room shared with one other. Students share a bathroom and kitchen and are responsible for cooking their own meals. Living in a house / flat share offers you independence but you’ll never be lonely as you will be living alongside your house/flat mates - and you’ll have lots of chances to practice your English with them.
pages for more Visit our accommodation ices available: cho the all on information dation a2z-english.com/accommo ommodation Manager: Or email our dedicated Acc2z-english.com @a accommodation
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We’re here to help
Student Support A2Z is committed to the welfare of all of its students. We want to make you feel welcome and help you settle in when you first arrive. Our reception team are all former students so they understand what it’s like to start life in a new school in a new city. Between them they speak 10 languages and are always available to help with practical issues, such as: • Opening a bank account • Finding a doctor or dentist • Using public transport • Finding a place to worship
For any problems the reception team cannot help with, you can make an appointment to see the dedicated School Manager. Junior students (12-17 years old) also have access to the Child Protection Officers 24 hours a day.
Student induction
Visas
For students starting lessons on Monday you will be invited to our weekly welcome session. Here you can meet other new students, learn about the school, the teachers and our support services. A copy of our Student Guide will also be available to help you with any other questions you might have.
Students from outside the European Economic Area often need to apply for a visa before they travel to the UK or Ireland. Because our schools have accreditations we are able to support your application for a visa if you enrol on a course. Ireland has different rules to the UK, but in general the process is as follows:
Arriving
• Enrol on a course with A2Z and pay your tuition fees
If you need a transfer from the airport, we can help you book a private taxi or give advice about public transport. Under 16s travelling alone must book our airport pick-up and drop-off service.
• Use these documents, together with other evidence to complete your visa application
• A2Z will send you confirmation documents
• Apply to the UK or Irish Embassy for your visa This is only a very general guide and you should visit our website www.a2z-english.com/visas for more detailed information.
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Enrolling with the school Joining our school is easy. Follow the steps below and if you have any questions, please contact us. We are always happy to help.
APPLY Use an official A2Z registered part ner in your home country. They will process your application and deal with the school on your behalf
CHOOSE The type of course you want to study? The number of week s you want to study for? How many lessons a week do you want to attend? If you require accommodation, wh at type do you want?
PAY Pay our official partner directly OR Online by credit/debit card, PayPal or Bitcoin. OR Bank transfer a2z-english.com/how-pay OR By telephone – Using your debit card or credit card.
OR Apply online - you can go to www .a2z-english.com/register and submit all the information required to complete your booking OR By telephone - Our UK & Ireland Head Office is open for business between 08:00 and 20:00 GMT. Our bookings team are ready to answer your questions and complet e your booking. Telephone + 44 161 883 0247 OR Apply by post - you can go to www .a2z-english.com/paper-forms, print out our booking forms and post to A2Z HQ, Brook House, Spring Gardens, Manchester, Eng land, M2 2BQ.
CONFIRM When the payment has been received you will be scheduled into your classes for the dates you have chosen. You will receive your letter to confirm your course booking at A2Z School of English. You will receive proof of payment.
START! Prior to your arrival you will be supplied with a detailed information pack including all the necessary information you will need when you arrive. A warm welcome awaits you. Our reception staff will help you settle into life at A2Z School of English. A new adventure and experience of a lifetime awaits you.
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Contact A2Z School of English: t: +44 (0)161 883 0247 e: info@a2z-english.com w: www.a2z-english.com Head Office, Brook House, Spring Gardens, Manchester, M2 2BQ, England Manchester: /a2zschool London: /a2zlondon Dublin: /a2zdublin @a2zschool A2Z School of English is the trading name of Head Office Manchester Ltd. Every care has been taken to ensure that the information provided in this document was correct at the time of printing. E&OE.