SKOLA BROCHURE by BRITISH UNLIMITED

English Language Centres in the UK

2011â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2012

English for your future

Junior Academic Year Junior Summer Adults

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Kensington

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Mayfair

Stansted

Bawdsey Residential

LONDON

South Kensington

Heathrow

Chelsea

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Ascot

Gatwick

Residential

Exeter

London Minibus Pick-Up Zone

Map of Schools in the UK

Courses SKOLA is an international education group established in London in 1969. As well as English Language, between them our Junior Schools run International Baccalaureate programmes at Primary, Middle Years and Diploma levels and GCSEs/IGCSEs during the Academic Year. All junior sites have school preparation classes for lower level students and our popular junior summer programmes combine English with sports and excursions to London and South-East England. We also offer English classes to adults and parents. Study with SKOLA, and learn English for your future.

contents Junior Academic Year courses

AGE LOCATION

IB Primary Years Programme, School Preparation

3-11 Regent’s Park, London September – June

2-3

IB MYP & Diploma, School Preparation (Residence)

11-18 Hyde Park, London September – June

4-5

GCSE/IGCSEs, School Preparation, Short English Courses (Residential)

11-17

Bawdsey, Suffolk September – June

6-7

Short English Courses

10-17

Camden, London September – May

8-9

Junior Summer courses

AGE LOCATION

English for Education, Parent & Child

WHEN PAGE

3-9 Regent’s Park, London

June – August

10-11

English for Education, Parent & Child (Residence)

10-17 Hyde Park, London

June – August

12-13

Young English Studies, Parent & Child, English Study Club

8-17 Gloucester Gate, London

June – August

14-15

English Plus (Residential)

11-17 Ascot, Near London

July – August

16-17

English Plus (Residential)

11-17

June – September

18-19

Adult Courses

Bawdsey, Suffolk

AGE LOCATION

WHEN PAGE

General English, IELTS, University Foundation Pathway

18+ Soho, London All Year

General English

18+

Baker Street, London Summer

BEC, General English, IELTS, University Foundation Pathway

18+

Exeter, Devon All Year

Parent & Child

18+ London Schools All Year

Further Information

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Accommodation, Welfare and Insurance

28-29

SKOLA Groups

SKOLA SKOLA Nationalities and Frequently Asked Questions

SKOLA Schools

Key to icons: These appear on each page to help you find the right course for you.

LOCATION

AGES 3-11

AGES 11-17

AGES 18+

JUN-AUG

ALL YEAR

LONDON

LOCATION

EXETER

LOCATION

SUFFOLK

Additional Information 1 The school is located in the heart of central London, near Regent’s Park

regent’s Park ACADEMIC YEAR 2012 LOCATION

AGES 3-11

ALL YEAR

LONDON

Age GROUP:

2 Children from over 30 countries, including the UK Maximum class size 18 students 3 is provided in the school canteen Monday-Friday Lunch 4 activity area Outside 5

3-11 years

6 An After School Club is available 3 days per week at extra charge from 15.30-16.30

Course Runs: All Year 2011-2012

7 Reports and parent/teacher conferences provided

Location: REGENT’S park - London

8 Airport transfers available

course Run by:

accredited by:

9 Door-to-door minibus service available within the Minibus Zone (See map on the inside front cover) for the normal school day of 09.00-15.20

I C S International Community School

icschool.co.uk

Term Dates

The IB Full curriculum follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP). Core subjects of English, mathematics, language, social studies, arts, science, personal, social and physical education are taught within project-based lessons known as ‘Units of Inquiry’. In addition a variety of after school clubs are offered, as well as drama and musical productions. For students in years 4 and above, netbooks are provided and there are two annual trips to our country campus on the Suffolk coast where students focus on outdoor environmental projects and sports activities. In nursery and reception, students develop early learning skills in nurturing and developmentally supportive classes.

1.2 IB Preparation

The IB Preparation course for 8-11 year olds prepares students for entry to the full curriculum. Dedicated preparation classes allow students to move gradually into their year group. Students develop academic and everyday English and are encouraged to use their newly acquired language in and out of the classroom. Students study grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading and writing. In addition, they also study the language of academic subjects such as Humanities, Science, Mathematics, Arts and Physical Education. Total tuition time is 23 hours per week. Minimum stay is a half-term.

Student Support Students with special educational needs are supported by a team of professionals with expertise in educational and child developmental psychology. This team includes teachers, therapists and support assistants. An individualised learning plan is developed by our multidisciplinary team to support each student. Please enquire for Student Support fee structure.

Please contact

Academic 2011/12

Autumn Term Wednesday 31.08.11 Thursday

15.12.11

Half Term Monday

24.10.11 Friday

26.10.11

Spring Term

Tuesday

03.01.12 Friday

30.03.12

Half Term

Monday

13.02.12 Friday

17.02.12

Summer Term Monday

16.04.12 Thursday

21.06.12

2 Day Half Term Monday

04.06.12 Tuesday

05.06.12

“

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1.1 IB PYP

for more information on: +44 20 7935 1206 or email: regentspark@skola.co.uk

TIME

Monday

tuesday

wednesday

thursday

friday

09.00 - 09.10

registration

09.10 - 10.00

Maths

Singing Assembly

Maths

10.00 - 10.30

Whole School Assembly

Language

Swimming

10.30 - 11.00

break

11.00 - 12.15

Language

ICT

Spanish/Mandarin

Unit of Inquiry

Language

12.15 - 13.30

lunch

13.30 - 14.15

Spanish/Mandarin

Maths

P.E.

Unit of Inquiry

Music: 1.30 – 2.30

14.15 - 15.20

Library

Visual Arts

Leisure Centre

Visual Arts

Achievement Assembly

regent’s PARK – london Junior ACADEMIC

Sample Timetable: Full IB Curriculum – PYP Year 4

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

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www.skola.co.uk/regents_park

Additional Information The school is located in the heart of central London, 1 between Paddington and Oxford Street 2 Children from over 30 countries, including the UK

Hyde Park

3 Maximum class size 16 students

Residence available School 4

ACADEMIC YEAR 2011-2012 LOCATION

AGES 11-18

ALL YEAR

LONDON

Age GROUP:

Lunch is provided in the school canteen Monday-Friday 5

11-18 years

6 13 classrooms including library, computer room, science laboratory, technology classroom and art room

Course Runs: All Year 2011-2012

7 hall 3 minutes walk Sports

Location: HYDE park - London

8 Half-termly academic excursions in London 9 wide range of After School Clubs are available at extra charge A

course Run by:

accredited by:

I C S International icschool.co.uk Community School

10 and parent/teacher conferences provided Reports 11 Accommodation in Home stay is available if required 12 transfers available Airport 13 Door-to-door minibus service available within the Minibus Zone (See map on the inside front cover) for the normal school day of 09.00-15.40

2.1 IB MYP & Diploma The secondary school follows the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 11-15 & the Diploma programme for students aged 16-18. Students begin at the MYP then progress onto the two year IB Diploma programme before going on to University and a career. MYP & Diploma courses include English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Spanish, Art and Design, Drama, Music, Humanities and Personal and Social Education. All students are given netbooks. There is an established programme of educational, cultural and environmental visits tied in with the curricula. Overseas and UK trips, including two visits to our country campus in Suffolk for outdoor and environmental studies, are offered.

2.2 IB Preparation The IB Preparation course for 11-17 year olds prepares students for entry to the full curriculum. Dedicated preparation classes allow students to move gradually into their year group. Students develop academic and everyday English, and are encouraged to use their newly acquired language in and out of the classroom. All students are given netbooks. Students study grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading and writing. In addition, they also study the language of academic subjects such as Humanities, Science, Mathematics, Arts and Physical Education. Total tuition time is 25 hours per week. Minimum stay is a half-term.

Please contact

Term Dates Academic 2011/12

Autumn Term Wednesday 31.08.11 Thursday

15.12.11

Half Term Monday

24.10.11 Friday

26.10.11

Spring Term

Tuesday

03.01.12 Friday

30.03.12

Half Term

Monday

13.02.12 Friday

17.02.12

Summer Term Monday

16.04.12 Thursday

21.06.12

2 Day Half Term Monday

04.06.12 Tuesday

05.06.12

Student Support Students with special educational needs are supported by a team of professionals with expertise in educational and child developmental psychology. This team includes teachers, therapists and specialist co-teachers. An individualised learning plan is developed by our multi-disciplinary team to support each student. Please enquire for Student Support fee structure.

for more information on: +44 20 7298 8877 or email: hyde_park@skola.co.uk

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TIME

A-BLOCK 09.00 - 10.30

B-BLOCK 10.45 - 12.15

Monday

TUESday

WEDNESday

THURSday

FRIday

08.50 - 08.55

Assembly

08.55 - 09.00

registration

A-1 09.00 - 09.45

Mathematics Apex Mathematics Standard

Technology

English A-1 English A-2

Technology

Science Chemistry

A-2 09.45 - 10.30

Spanish B/French B

Humanities

10.30 - 10.45

Break

B-1 10.45 - 11.30

Physical Education

Mathematics Apex Mathematics Standard

Music Art

English A-1/English A-2

B-2 11.30 - 12.15

HYDE PARK – london Junior ACADEMIC

Sample Timetable: IB MYP – Year 3

Spanish B/French B

Humanities/Geography

12.15 - 13.05

lunch

13.05 - 13.10

registration

C-BLOCK 13.10 - 14.10

D1 14.10 - 14.55

Science

English English

Art Music

Spanish B French B

Form Block Physical Education

D-BLOCK 14.10 - 15.40

D2 14.55 - 15.40

Humanities

Science

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

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21 Star Street, London W2 1QB

www.skola.co.uk/hyde_park

Term Dates Academic 2011/12

BAWDSEY ACADEMIC YEAR 2012 LOCATION

AGES 11-17

ALL YEAR

SUFFOLK

Age GROUP:

11-17 years

Course Runs: All Year 2011-2012 Location:

BAWDSEY - SUFFOLK

course Run by:

accredited by:

lexanders International School

12.09.11 Friday

16.12.11

Half Term

Saturday

22.10.11 Sunday

30.10.11

Spring Term

Monday

09.01.12 Friday

06.04.12

Half Term

Saturday

18.02.12 Sunday

26.02.12

Summer Term Monday

23.04.12 Friday

22.06.12

Half Term

No Half Term

Short Courses during the Academic Year SEPTEMBER - JUNE

3.4 English for Education

3.1 1-Year GCSE/IGCSE Our one year course is an intensive programme of study which allows students to take up to 7 GCSE or IGCSEs in one year. Age: 15,16 & 17

Autumn Term Monday

Intensive English language classes at all levels from beginners to advanced run throughout the academic terms for 2-6 weeks. The focus is on developing all language skills while extending vocabulary and the authentic use of language through a range of other activities, including academic subjects.

Start Date: September or January

Duration: 2 or 3 terms Max Class Size: 15 students Level: Good Intermediate Subjects: English as a Second Language, Mathematics, Business Studies, Combined Science, ICT, Art and First Language

3.2 2-Year GCSE/IGCSE Our two year IGCSE Course is an intensive programme of study, which allows students to take up to 7 GCSEs. During the first year the emphasis is on improving English Language in a ratio of approx. 60% English to 40% subjects. During the second year this ratio will be reversed. Age: 14 & 15

Start Date: September or January

Duration: 5 or 6 terms Max Class Size: 15 students Level: From Elementary Subjects: English as a Second Language, Mathematics, Business Studies, Combined Science, ICT, Art and First Language

3.3 School Preparation This course prepares students who wish to enter a school in the UK and then continue their studies at University or College in Britain. Students are accepted with all levels of English and tested on arrival. An integral part of the Preparation course is the experience of British Boarding School life. As well as the 25 hours of classroom time in the academic programme, students are expected to study in the evenings for a minimum of 5 hours per week and be involved in all aspects of school social and cultural life at weekends. Careers advice and help in gaining a place at a chosen school for further study forms part of our Personal, Social & Health Education programme. Students can follow the course at the appropriate level for a minimum of 1 term.

3.6 English Plus Culture UK Students in closed groups from September to March are given the opportunity to experience many areas of UK Culture through various themes. The course includes 15 hours of English classes, sports, activities and weekly excursions which are linked to the course theme.

There should be Alexanders every where and this world would be much better. That is why we took it from Bawdsay and carried it deep in our hearts. With all my love to the people that make Alexanders what it is. Father of a Mexican brother and sister

The course is offered from March to June and combines the study of English Language with a range of activities including creative arts and sports such as basketball, cycling, orienteering, volleyball, badminton and squash. Courses can be tailor-made to suit individuals or groups and special interests can be catered for, subject to availability.

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3.5 English Plus Multi Activities

for more information on: +44 20 7298 8877 or email: bawdsey@skola.co.uk

TIME

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

08.00 - 08.50

breakfast

08.50 - 09.00

Assembly

Registration

09.00 - 09.45

English

Science

ICT

English

Maths

09.50 - 10.35

English

Science

ICT

English

Maths

10.35 - 10.55

break

10.55 - 11.40

Business Studies

Art

English

Maths

English

11.45 - 12.30

Business Studies

Art

English

Maths

English

12.30 - 13.30

lunch

13.30 - 13.35

Registration

13.35 - 14.35

ICT

Business Studies

English

PSHEE

Science

14.40 - 15.40

Science

English

Maths

Business Studies

Science

15.40 - 16.00

break

Saturday

Sunday

breakfast

P.E.

Activities

lunch

Visit to a local town

Visit to swimming pool

16.00 - 17.15

P.E.

Music

P.E.

Games

17.30 - 18.30

dinner

18.30 - 20.00

Homework

20.00 - 21.30

Free Time

Cinema or Bowling

DVD Night

Activities

21.30

BAWDSEY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SUFFOLK Junior ACADEMIC

Sample Timetable

REGISTRATION IN HOUSE

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

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CAMBRIDGE

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IPSWICH

BAWDSEY

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STANSTED AIRPORT

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LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT

M25

Bawdsey Manor, Suffolk IP12 3AZ

www.skola.co.uk/bawdsey

Additional Information The school is centrally located in London, near Regents Park 1 and London Zoo 2 Packed lunch is provided in the school Monday-Friday

CAMDEN

3 A choice of 15, 21 or 25 hours lessons per week

4 Weekly excursions in London “Discover London”

SHORT ENGLISH COURSES 2011-2012 Age GROUP:

LOCATION

AGES 10-17

ALL YEAR

10-17 years

Course Runs: All Year 2011-2012 Location: CAMDEN - LONDON

LONDON

course Run by:

accredited by:

Homestay accommodation for accompanied children 5 (10-17 years) and unaccompanied children (11+ years). Accommodation is arranged by an accommodation agency on behalf of SKOLA English Study Tours. (See page 28 for information) 6 Airport transfers available 7 Door-to-door minibus service available within the Minibus Zone (See map on the inside front cover)

ENGLISH study tours

4.1 Young London Courses COURSE STRUCTURE Young London Courses provide flexible options for intensive English Study from September to May. You can choose between 15, 21 and 25 hours of lessons per week. All courses include one “Discover London” study visit per week and a packed lunch every day. 21 and 25 hour courses also include a sports session or local walk each week. Minimum enrolment one week. Maximum enrolment 6 weeks. For junior courses from June to August please see SKOLA Gloucester Gate on page 14-15.

Academic 2011/12

Course: Young London Lessons Per Week 1 5 hours 9.00 – 1.45 Discover London and Sport 1 Discover London Visit

Course: Young London Intensive Lessons Per Week 2 1 hours 9.00 – 3.15 Discover London and Sport 1 Discover London visit and 1 sports afternoon

4.2 Parent & Child Parents of children on Young London courses can attend an English course at SKOLA Soho of either 15 or 21 hours per week general English. Adult courses begin one hour later than junior courses, so there is time to accompany a child to SKOLA Camden and travel to Soho, about 30 minutes walking and underground.

Course: Young London Intensive Plus Lessons Per Week 2 5 hours 9.00 – 4.15 Discover London and Sport 1 Discover London visit and 1 sports afternoon

COURSE Dates Academic 2011/12

School Open Tuesday

30.08.11 Friday

08.06.12

Summer School (see pages 16-17) - School Open Monday

11.06.12 Saturday

01.09.12

School Closed 17.12.11 – 02.01.12 and 06.04, 09.04, 07.05, 04.06, 05.06, 27.08

Please contact

for more information on: +44 20 7387 7575 or email: est@skola.co.uk

TIME

Monday

tuesday

wednesday

thursday

friday

09.00 - 10.30

English Grammar & Vocabulary

Discover London Visit to the British Museum

Discover London Project

English Grammar & Vocabulary

10.30 - 10.40

break

10.40 - 12.10

Communication Activities

Discover London Project

Communication Activities Surveys in the Park

English Through Web Design

12.10 - 12.15

break

12.15 - 13.00

English Through Art

Writing Skills

Reading Skills

Test/Tutorials

13.00 - 13.45

lunch

13.45 - 15.15

Speaking Skills

Listening Skills

Vocabulary Skills

Creative Writing

Sport: Badminton

CAMDEN – london Junior ACADEMIC

Sample Timetable: Young London Intensive

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

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www.skola.co.uk/camden

Additional Information 1 The school is located in the heart of central London, near Regent’s Park

regent’s Park SUMMER SCHOOl 2012

There is an annex 5 minutes away for 8-9 year old students 2 3 Children from over 40 countries Maximum class size 18 students 4 Lunch is provided in the school canteen Monday-Friday 5 Outside activity area 6

LOCATION

AGES 3-9

JUN-AUG

LONDON

Age GROUP:

3-9 years

Course Runs: JUNE - AUGUST 2012 Location: REGENT’S park - London

course Run by:

accredited by:

I C S International Community School

icschool.co.uk

Door-to-door minibus service available within the Minibus Zone 7 (see map on the inside front cover)

SUMMER SCHOOL Dates JUNe – AUGUST 2012

School Open Monday

11.06.2012 Friday

24.08.2012

5.1 English for Education Our summer school operates during the months of June, July and August. The main focus of this programme is for students to improve their English through fun activities. As well as General English, learners have opportunities to develop English through other disciplines like Art, Drama, Science, Maths and Geography. These are linked together by weekly projects such as All About Me and the Discover London academic excursion to museums, galleries and famous historical sites. An afternoon of sport is also included where students practise hand-eye co-ordination and undertake aerobic exercise, such as rounders, sports and outdoor games. Minimum stay is 2 weeks. 23 hour programme (including academic excursion and English through sports). All classes are taught by specialist teachers with experience of working with 3-9 year old children.

5.2 Parent & Child The course gives an opportunity for both Parents and Children to study at the same time in central London. Parents of children aged 3-9 can study in either of our adult schools in Soho or our special summer school at Skola Baker Street which is less than 5 minutes walk from this school.

10 Please contact

for more information on: +44 20 7935 1206 or email: regentspark@skola.co.uk

TIME

Monday

tuesday

wednesday

thursday

friday

09.00 - 09.30

registration

09.30 - 10.30

Welcome/Drama

English Grammar

ICT

Social Studies

10.30 - 11.00

break

11.00 - 12.15

11.00 - 11.20 Assembly Inquiry Introduction

Discover London

Inquiry into Maths

English Grammar

12.15 - 13.30

lunch

13.30 - 14.25

Inquiry into Environmental Science

Sports

Art

End of the week

Sports

Art

2.50 Assembly

Revision English Grammar

Discover London

Discover London Preparation

14.25 - 15.20

regent’s PARK – london Junior SUMMER

Sample Timetable: English for Education 5-8 Year Olds

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

weekly london excursions week starting

5-8s: Project

5-8s: Excursion-THURSDAYS

8-9s: Project

8-9s: Excursion-TUESDAYS

11th June

The Moon and Stars

Science Museum (Space Gallery)

London’s Burning

Tower of London

18th June

Fun and Games

Museum of Childhood

Water

River Tour and Greenwich Park

25th June

Spots and Stripes

London Zoo

Where is our school?

London Transport Museum

2nd July

The Wheels on the Bus

London Transport Museum

Spots and Stripes

London Zoo

9th July

Land and Sea

Natural History Museum (Earth Galleries)

Your Country My Country

Historical walk & picnic in Regent’s Park

16th July

All About Me

Bramley’s Indoor Playground

Spots and Stripes

London Zoo

23rd July

The Seaside

London Aquarium

Where is our school?

London Transport Museum

30th July

Dinosaur Roar

The Natural History Museum

Land and Sea

Natural History Museum (Earth Galleries)

6th August

Spots and Stripes

London Zoo

How We Express Ourselves

The Victoria and Albert Museum

13th August

Where is our school?

London Transport Museum

What a Wonderful World!

Battersea Zoo

The order of the excursions may be varied. Please check the website for the latest news: www.skola.co.uk/regents_park

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www.skola.co.uk/regents_park

Additional Information 1 The school is located in the heart of central London, between Paddington and Oxford Street

2 Children from over 40 countries

Hyde Park

3 Maximum class size 16 students 4 Lunch is provided in the school canteen Monday-Friday

SUMMER SCHOOl 2012 LOCATION

AGES 10-17

JUN-AUG

LONDON

Age GROUP:

5 13 classrooms including library, computer room, science laboratory, technology classroom and art room 10-17 years

Sports hall 3 minutes walk 6

Course Runs: JUNE - AUGUST 2012

7 Weekly excursions in London

Location: HYDE park - London

8 Accommodation with Homestay is available if required

course Run by:

accredited by:

I C S International icschool.co.uk Community School

6.1 English for Education This is a fun, stimulating summer programme featuring weekly projects. Each week the students learn English through a topic, such as Theatre and Performance or Past, Present and Future. In addition, students learn English through subjects including Maths, Science, Technology and Drama. All learning is connected to the topic, as well as the weekly ‘Discover London’ academic excursion. There is one afternoon of sports per week, as well as an optional lunchtime sports programme. Students will develop General English Skills, Communication Skills and Academic & Study Skills as well as having a lot of fun in and out of class. Students are divided into classes by age group (10-14 and 14-17) and by level (beginner to advanced). Minimum stay 2 weeks. 25 hour programme (including academic excursions and sports). Our teachers are language and subject specialists with experience of working with 10-17 year old students.

9 Airport transfers available 10 Door-to-door minibus service available within the Minibus Zone (see map on the inside front cover)

SUMMER SCHOOL Dates JUNe – AUGUST 2012

School Open Monday

25.06.2012 Friday

24.08.2012

High school experience A summer at SKOLA - ICS Summer school is a great way not only to learn English and enjoy, but also an opportunity for a high school experience as part of the English for Education programme. Students can experience the school, the way of life, meet the teachers and feel more confident about their future academic choices in the UK and our IB programme.

6.2 Parent & Child The course gives an opportunity for both Parents and Children to study at the same time in central London. Parents of children aged 10-17 can study in either Soho or our special summer school at SKOLA Baker Street, which is a short bus ride from this school.

12 Please contact

for more information on: +44 20 7298 8877 or email: hyde_park@skola.co.uk

TIME

Monday

tuesday

wednesday

thursday

friday

09.00 - 09.10

Assembly

09.10 - 09.20

registration

09.20 - 10.20

English Grammar & Skills

Discover London Preparation

Discover London

10.20 - 10.40

break

10.40 - 11.40

English Grammar & Skills

Progress/Exit Test

Discover London

11.40 - 12.40

English Through ICT

English Through Maths

English Through Science

English Through Drama

Discover London

12.40 - 13.50

lunch

13.50 - 14.00

registration

14.00 - 15.00

English Grammar & Skills

Sport

Tutorial/Self Study

15.00 - 15.40

English Grammar & Skills

English Through ICT

English Through Art

Sport

Assemble & Prize Giving

HYDE PARK – london Junior SUMMER

Sample Timetable: English for Education

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

Weekly London Excursions week starting

Project

EXCURSION

25th June

Welcome to London

Open Top Bus Tour

2nd July

The Ecological City

London Zoo

9th July

The Historical City

Houses of Parliament/ Westminster Abbey/ Buckingham Palace (walking tour)

16th July

The City of Culture

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre

23rd July

The Evolving City

Natural History Museum

30th July

The Creative City

St Paul’s, Millennium Bridge and Tate Modern

6th August

The City of the Future

Science Museum

13th August

The City of Beauty

River Thames Cruise

The order of the excursions may be varied. Please check the website for the latest news: www.skola.co.uk/hyde_park

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www.skola.co.uk/hyde_park

7.3 ENGLISH STUDY CLUB 1 8-10 year-olds

GLOUCESTER GATE SUMMER SCHOOL 2012 LOCATION

AGES 8-17

JUN-AUG

LONDON

Age GROUP:

8 -17 years

Course Runs: JUNE - AUGUST Location:

course Run by:

GLOUCESTER GATE - London

11.06.12 to Friday 22.06.12 Monday 2 Monday 20.08.12 to Friday 31.08.12 3 Minimum enrolment one week 4 classes of maximum 15 students graded by age International 5 Lessons taught by trained teachers of English 6 All materials, end of course certificate and report included

7 “Discover London” trip every week on Wednesday (London Aquarium, Natural History or Science Museum, Transport Museum, London Zoo) and afternoon healthy snack and hot lunch included Morning 8 9 School times 09.00 – 16.40 Monday to Friday

accredited by:

ENGLISH study tours

Additional Information Homestay accommodation for accompanied children (8-17 years) 1 and unaccompanied children (11+ years). Accommodation is arranged by an accommodation agency on behalf of SKOLA English Study Tours. For more information about Homestay please see the SKOLA Junior Accommodation on page 34. 2 Door to door school minibus service available within the Minibus Zone (see map on the inside front cover) 3 Airport transfers

7.1 Young English Studies

Additional Information

1 10-17 year-olds

1 Classes are held at 14-15 Gloucester Gate and at SKOLA Camden, a few minutes’ walk away

2 Monday 11.06.12 to Saturday 01.09.12 3 Minimum enrolment one week

4 15 hours of English lessons per week 5 International classes of maximum 15 students graded by age and level 6 Lessons taught by trained teachers of English 7 All materials, end of course certificate and report included

8 Afternoon programme including two half day “Discover London” trips per week, two afternoons of sport or arts and crafts. Friday Fun activity (disco, bowling, karaoke, themed parties, etc) 9 Full day excursion every Saturday (Oxford, Brighton, Canterbury, Stratford-on-Avon, Cambridge, Greenwich by boat) 10 Morning healthy snack and hot lunch included

11 School times 09.00-16.40 Monday to Friday, 09.00-17.30 Saturday

7.2 Parent & Child The course gives an opportunity for both parents and children to study at the same time in central London. Parents study in either Soho or our adult summer school at Skola Baker Street. Travel time between the school and Soho (underground or bus), and Skola Baker Steet (bus or walking) is between 20 and 30 minutes. Adult courses start one hour later than junior courses.

14 Please contact

2 The school is centrally located, near Regents Park and London Zoo 3 Hot lunch is provided in the school Monday to Friday and a packed lunch on Saturday excursions

Homestay accommodation can be arranged for accompanied 4 children (8-17 years) and their parents, and unaccompanied children (11+ years). Homestays are arranged by an accommodation agency on behalf of SKOLA. (See page 28 for information) 5 Door to door minibus service available within the minibus zone (see map on inside of front cover) 6 Airport transfers

For information about short English Courses from September 7 2011 to June 2012 (pease see pages 8-9)

SUMMER SCHOOL Dates JUNe – AUGUST 2012

English Study Club Monday

11.06.12 Friday

22.06.12

Monday

20.08.12 Friday

31.08.12

Young English Studies Monday

11.06.12 Saturday

for more information on: +44 20 7387 7575 or email: est@skola.co.uk

01.09.12

SUNDAY

TIME

Monday

tuesday

wednesday

thursday

friday

saturday

Arrival Day

09.00 - 10.30

English Classes

Transfer to

10.30 - 10.50

break

Full Day Excursion to Oxford

10.50 - 12.20

English Classes

Guided Tour

12.20 - 13.00

lunch

13.00 - 16.40

Sports

Discover London Trip

Sports

Discover London Trip

Ten Pin

or Art

The London Eye

or Art

The British Museum

Bowling

Visit to Christ Church College Shopping

accommodation

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

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We like Skola because we found a lot of friends from all around the world. We’re still in contact with them even after years and see them again every year in Skola. The staff are awesome and we’re enjoying every moment with them. Cindie, 17; Kristina, 14; Isabella, 16

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gloucester gate – london Junior summer

Sample Timetable: young english studies

REGENT’S PARK

MARYLEBONE

14 Gloucester Gate, London NW1 4HG

www.skola.co.uk/gloucestergate

Additional Information 1 The school is located 30 miles from central London (1hr by coach), and 15 miles from Heathrow (30 minutes)

Maximum class size 16 students 2

ASCOT

3 Children from over 20 countries Full board residential accommodation 4

SUMMER SCHOOL 2012 Age GROUP:

LOCATION

AGES 11-17

JUL-AUG

Monday London Study Trip and Thursday London sightseeing 5 and shopping excursions 11-17 years

Course Runs: july - august 2012 Location: ascot - near London

NEAR LONDON

course Run by:

accredited by:

I C S International icschool.co.uk Community School

8.1 English Plus The courses include 15 hours of English tuition as well as 6-9 hours of the chosen option:

Students are accommodated in 2-6 bedded rooms in one of the 6 3 residences on campus, each of which has a Head of House providing 24 hour supervision. Common rooms and games areas – table tennis, TV, videos 7 Weekly laundry service Tennis courts, sports hall, art centre, computer room, sports 8 fields, swimming pool, theatre Airport transfers available. For reduced rate airport transfers it 9 may be necessary for students to wait under supervision at the airport 10 Arrive Friday, Depart Friday. Minimum stay 2 weeks, maximum stay 6 weeks

Intensive English: Extra English classes in small groups with students focusing on grammar, use of English, vocabulary, speaking and error correction. English Plus Swimming: Qualified instructors teach different strokes, turns, breath control and water safety. For improving beginners. Last hour students join multi-activities. English Plus Horseriding: Students learn the basics of horseriding before learning how to jump and ride out. English Plus Football: Qualified coaches teach individual skills and team tactics in conditioned games. English Plus Tennis: Qualified professionals teach through practice drills and conditioned games with weekly tournaments. English Plus Golf: Golf professionals at Lavendar Park Golf Centre provide coaching, with more experienced golfers playing the course. TO OXFORD

English Plus Art: Instruction is provided in drawing and painting, collage, 3-D work and photography

WEST LONDON M40

English Plus Music & Drama: Students use their talents in music and drama, culminating in performances to the school. M4

English Plus Dance: Choreographed dance sessions, from street to salsa. English Plus Multi-Activities: Students can participate in a selection of arts options and sports including basketball, cycling, orienteering, volleyball, badminton and squash. Please note: English Plus options must be confirmed at the time of enrolment.

COURSE Dates

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ASCOT A329

WINDSOR CASTLE

BRITISH SHAKESPEARE’S MUSEUM GLOBE SCIENCE MUSEUM

KEW GARDENS

HEATHROW AIRPORT

ASCOT M3 5km

TO BRIGHTON

JUly – AUGUST 2012

School Open: 06.07.12 - 17.08.12 Friday Arrival Days: 06.07.12, 13.07.12, 20.07.12, 27.07.12, 03.08.12 Friday Departure Days: 20.07.12, 27.07.12, 03.08.12, 10.08.12, 17.08.12

16 Please contact

MUSEUM OF LONDON

for more information on: +44 20 7298 8877 or email: ascot@skola.co.uk

TATE MODERN

TIME

friday

saturDAY

SUNDAY

monDAY

tuesDAY

wednesday

thursDAY

08.00 - 09.00

breakfast

09.00 - 10.30

Depart or

English

London Shopping

10.30 - 11.00

Sports

Break

London Study Trip

Break

London Sightseeing

English

11.00 - 12.30 12.30 - 14.00

LUNCH

14.00 - 16.00

Arrive or

English

English Plus

16.00 - 17.00

Sports

Sport

English Plus*

17.00 - 19.00

SUPPER

19.00 - 22.00

Film/DVD

Welcome Party

Bowling

Staff vs Student Sports

Bungy Run & Crafts

Cinema

Go Carts & Crafts

ASCOT – NEAR london Junior SUMMER

Sample Timetable

* Some English Plus courses change after first two hours. Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

topics and excursions WEEK BEGINNING

TOPIC

MONDAY STUDY EXCURSION

6th July

Welcome to London, Olympic City 2012

Museum of London

London Walking Tour and Shopping

13th July

Historical City

British Museum

Open Bus Tour of London & Shopping

20th July

Cultural City

Shakespeare’s Globe

Thames River Cruise and Shopping

THURSDAY FULL DAY EXCURSION

27th July

Design City

Tate Modern, St Pauls & Millenium Bridge

Open Bus Tour & Shopping

3rd August

Science City

Science Museum

Thames River Cruise and Shopping

10th August

Green City

Kew Gardens

London Walking Tour and Shopping

The order of the excursions may be varied. Please check: www.skola.co.uk/ascot

“

The activities were interesting and I was able to practise my English. Julia, 17

Licensed Victuallers’ School, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 8DR

www.skola.co.uk/ascot

Additional Information 1 The school is located on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, 30 minutes from Ipswich and 2 hours from London 2 Maximum class size 16 students

BAWDSEY

3 Children from over 30 countries 4 Full board residential accommodation

SUMMER SCHOOL 2012

AGES 11-17

JUN-SEP

Course Runs: JUNE - SEPTEMBER 2012

6 Students are accommodated in shared bedrooms (maximum 4 beds) in one of the 4 residences on campus, each of which has a Head of House providing 24 hour supervision

Location:

7 Weekly laundry service

Age GROUP:

LOCATION

SUFFOLK

5 Wednesday Study Trip and Saturday London excursions

course Run by:

11-17 years

BAWDSEY - SUFFOLK

accredited by:

lexanders International School

Tennis courts, sports hall, art centre, computer room, sports 8 fields, watersports sailing centre Airport transfers available. For reduced rate airport transfers it 9 may be necessary for students to wait under supervision at the airport 10 Arrive Sunday, Depart Saturday. Minimum stay 2 weeks

9.1 English Plus The courses include 15 hours of English tuition as well as 6-9 hours of the chosen option: Intensive English: Extra English classes in small groups with students focusing on grammar, use of English, vocabulary, speaking and error correction. English Plus Sailing: Qualified instructors teach at our on-site RYA accredited Watersports Centre. English Plus Horseriding: Students learn the basics of horseriding before learning how to jump and ride out at Poplar Park Equestrian Centre. English Plus Football: Qualified coaches teach individual skills and team tactics in conditioned games. English Plus Tennis: Qualified professionals teach through practice drills and conditioned games with weekly tennis tournaments.

themes and excursions WEEK BEGINNING

Weekly TOPIC

English Plus Golf: Golf professionals at Ufford Park Golf Centre provide coaching, with more experienced golfers playing the course.

11th June

Photography

Norwich

18th June

Environment

Scroby Sands

25th June

Travel & Tourism

Cambridge

English Plus Art: Instruction is provided in drawing and painting, collage, 3-D work and beach projects

2nd July

Famous People

Colchester

9th July

Legends & Myths

Bury St. Edmunds

English Plus Music & Drama: Students use their talents in music and drama, culminating in performances to the school.

16th July

History

Kentwell Manor

English Plus Dance: Choreographed dance sessions from street to salsa. English plus Multi-Activities: Students can participate in a selection of arts options and sports including basketball, cycling, orienteering, volleyball, badminton and squash. Please note: English Plus options must be confirmed at the time of enrolment.

23rd July

Sport & Fashion

Cambridge

30th July

The World Around Us

Colchester Zoo

6th August

Art & Design

Norwich

13th August

Heroes & Villains

Bury St. Edmunds

20th August

Time Out

Cambridge

27th August

Media

Norwich

3rd September

Past Lives

Kentwell Manor

The order of the excursions may be varied. Please check: www.skola.co.uk/bawdsey

COURSE Dates JUNe â&#x20AC;&#x201C; september 2012

Courses run from: 10.06.12 - 08.09.12 Arrival Days:

Sunday

Departure Days:

Saturday

Minimum stay of 2 weeks.

18 Please contact

study trip

for more information on: +44 20 7298 8877 or email: bawdsey@skola.co.uk

SUNDAY

TIME

Monday

tuesday

wednesday

thursday

friday

saturday

breakfast

08.00 - 09.00

BREAKFAST

On site sports: Tennis, Squash, Badminton, Table Tennis, Basketball, Computers

09.00 - 10.30

Assembly & English Test

General English

Students Depart

10.30 - 11.00

BREAK

11.00 - 12.30

School Introduction

General English

brunch

12.30 - 14.00

LUNCH

Watersports, Football, Soft Ball Match, Inflatable Assault Course

14.00 - 16.00

General English

Intensive English or

16.00 - 17.00

Multi Sport

English Plus

supper

17.00 - 19.00

SUPPER

6.30-7.00 SUPPER

Students Arrive

19.00 - 22.00

Beach Party

Quasar/Cinema

Football Match

Jewellery Making

Themed Disco

Film/DVD

Full day study visit to Cambridge The Colleges Brass Rubbing Shopping

Full Day Excursion to London Sightseeing The British Museum

BAWDSEY – SUFFOLK Junior summer

Sample Timetable

Shopping

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only and may be subject to change before and throughout the course duration at the discretion of SKOLA Group of Schools.

“

I really enjoyed the lessons. I met wonderful people and I had a great time.

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Bawdsey Manor, Suffolk IP12 3AZ

www.skola.co.uk/bawdsey

10.5 University Preparation Course Be prepared for University!

SOHO

An intensive course of 25 hours per week. The course consists of general English – 15 hours per week, IELTS – 6 hours per week and academic study skills – 4 hours per week:

adult courses 2012 LOCATION

AGES 18+

ALL YEAR

LONDON

Academic study skills include:

Age GROUP:

18+ years

Skills required for academic reading, skimming, scanning and intensive reading

Course Runs: ALL YEAR 2012

Guided writing practice

Location: SOHO - LONDON

The writing process reflecting different academic text types

SCHOOL WILL BE CLOSED FOR PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CLOSING DATES : 21st DECEMBER UNTIL 7th JANUARY 2013

Strategies to deal with unknown words and to build vocabulary Carrying out research using books and the internet

course Run by:

accredited by:

ENGLISH IN LONDON

Skola’s University Preparation course equips students with all the skills they need to succeed at university. A full support and counselling service is available to help students choose the best UK university and to assist with the application process.

10.1 General English

DAILY TIMETABLE 2012

A choice of hours: 30 hours per week mornings and afternoons 21 hours per week mornings and afternoons 15 hours per week mornings or afternoons only

Morning classes: The 15 hours programme covers all skills speaking and pronunciation, listening, reading & writing, vocabulary and grammar. Afternoon classes: The 21 and 30 hours programme includes added focus on communication and comprehension. Fortnightly tutorial with the class teacher.

ALL YEAR 2012

Morning Classes

10.00 – 13.15

Including 15 minute break Afternoon Classes

14.15 – 17.30

Including 15 minute break Afternoon Classes

14.15 – 15.45

Monday - Thursday for 21 hour courses

10.2 Ielts Preparation Courses

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10.4 BUSINESS WORLD

IELTS Preparation 30 hour programme: 15 hours (mornings) of General English Study + 15 hours (afternoons) of IELTS

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21 hours per week.15 hours in group classes in the morning followed by 6 hours of individual lessons in the afternoon. Students can concentrate on the language related to their own professional/personal areas of interest in the individual lessons. LEICESTER SQUARE

PICCADILLY CIRCUS

20 Please contact

for more information on: +44 20 7287 3216 or email: london@skola.co.uk

SOHO – london ADULT courses ALL YEAR

10.6 Study & Work SKOLA offers a fantastic range of Study and Work programmes in the UK. Students from the European Union have the opportunity of following one of our English language programmes followed by a paid work placement either in the hotel industry or a London restaurant. Whichever option you choose you have a great opportunity to spend time in the UK, perfect your English as well as cover some of your costs in a paid work placement. Study General English & paid work experience in a hotel: Students have the opportunity to follow a General English course in London followed by a paid work placement in hotels across the UK and Scotland. Hotel Placements Programme: 12 weeks General English x 21hrs per week + 26 week work placement in hotels. 8 weeks General English x 21 hrs per week + 26 week work placement in hotels. 4 weeks General English x 21 hrs per week + 26 week work placement in hotels. (Students have flexibility to follow a longer English course if required, and also adapt the time span of the work placement in hotel, minimum time 12 weeks is possible in some hotels) Requirements: Work placements are dependent on the successful completion of the study programme and having the requisite level of English. A good personal presence is paramount as well as having a flexible and positive attitude towards the placement. A CV in English is required at the time of enrolment. Accommodation during the work placement in a hotel The hotel sometimes provides accommodation. If the accommodation is provided it will normally include meals and students will have to pay a weekly sum of approx £50 – £75 per week. Please note that this will vary depending on the hotel and cannot be guaranteed. If in the case that no accommodation is provided students will receive full support from the work placement agency in finding suitable accommodation. Information about the hotel placements: Work Placements can be in any calibre of hotel anywhere in the whole of the UK and Scotland and not necessarily be in a town or city. Students will not be able to choose where the work placement will be and cannot be changed except in exceptional circumstances. Study & paid work experience in a London restaurant: General English course at our school in London - Soho followed by a work placement in restaurants located in London. Depending on previous experience, tasks will vary from assistant waiter/tress, assistant chef, kitchen helper, meeter and greeter, bar tender or dish washer. The following example is the minimum duration of a course: 4 weeks General English x 21hrs + 8 week work placement. Students have the flexibility to follow a longer English course or work for a longer period of time. Minimum programme period is 4 weeks General English + 8 week work experience. Requirements: Students should have a minimum level of intermediate English. Students will participate in interviews to ensure their position of work. There is no limit to the amount of interviews students will attend and they will attend the interviews until a job has been secured. A good personal presence is paramount. A CV in English is required at the time of enrolment Accommodation during the work placement in London restaurant SKOLA offers various types of accommodation from homestay, high quality hostels and shared student flats. Students will receive full support in booking accommodation for the duration of the study period and also the work placement. Information about restaurant placements & rules of employment: Students are not able to choose the hours or times that they work. If they are unhappy with a job then they can change but they must allow at least one week for this to be made. In general restaurants pay by shift, which can be sometimes longer, sometimes shorter, depending on customers.

18 Old Compton Street, London W1D 4TN

www.skola.co.uk/soho

Additional Information 1 Located a short walk from either Leicester Square, Tottenham Court Road or Piccadilly underground stations in the heart of London (zone 1) 2 Age: 18+. There may be an occasional student aged 16 or 17

Maximum class size: 15 3 Levels: Most courses taught at all levels from Elementary to 4 Advanced. IELTS and Sudy & Work programmes are taught from Intermediate level Minimum enrolment: 1 week â&#x20AC;&#x201C; except in the case of Cambridge 5 Examination Courses, Study & Work and University Pathway 6 Free trial lesson available 7 Free Internet and wi-fi 8 students sit a level test on the first morning of their course All and are then placed into the appropriate level

Lively social programme gives the chance to fully experience London

Social Programme The school offers an exciting social programme with weekend excursions to places of interest in and out of London including Cambridge, Bath, Greenwich or the street markets of Camden Town and Portobello. Activities during the week focus on helping the students discover why London is one of the most exciting places in the world and include theatre trips, pubs, restaurants, South Bank and visits to the huge range of museums and galleries London has to offer. There is no school charge for any social programme event but students must pay for their own travel and any entrance fees.

Accommodation & Transfers Homestay (half-board) 1 Private home (bed and breakfast) 2 Self-catering 3 Student House accommodation can be arranged. Details upon request 4 All of our homestay accommodations have been selected by 5 our homestay provider and have been inspected and selected for their warmth and welcome to our students rather than their proximity to the school 6 Airport transfers available from all London airports

22 Please contact

for more information on: +44 20 7287 3216 or email: london@skola.co.uk

BAKER STREET ADULT SUMMER SCHOOL 2012

Ideal for parents of our junior students as it is less than a 5-10 1 minute walk from our primary school and a short bus ride to the other junior schools 2 Fabulous University site with stunning facilities close to Regents Park and minutes to the lively areas of Baker Street & Marylebone 3

Easily accessible by London Underground and London Bus Services

4 Maximum class size 15 students LOCATION

AGES 18+

JUL-AUG

LONDON

Age GROUP:

18+ years

Course Runs: JUly - AUGUST 2012 Location:

course Run by:

BAKER STREET - LONDON

accredited by:

5 International students 6 cafeteria providing a range of well priced food On-site 7 Lively social programme in collaboration with the Soho school; gives the chance to fully experience London

BAKER STREET – london ADULT SUMMER

Additional Information

ENGLISH in london

INTRODUCTION Our summer school operates during the months of July & August. Based close to Baker Street, famous as the home of Sherlock Holmes in a wonderful central location close to Regent’s Park, London Zoo and Madame Tussauds.

CAMDEN TOWN

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GLOUCESTER GATE

REGENT’S PARK

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july - august 2012

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COURSE Dates

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A choice of hours: 20 hours per week mornings and afternoons or 15 hours per week mornings only. Morning classes: The 15 hour programme covers all skills – speaking and pronunciation, listening, reading & writing, vocabulary and grammar. Afternoon classes: the 20 hour programme includes an added focus on communication and comprehension. Fortnightly tutorial with the class teacher.

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Monday 2nd July 2012 - Friday 17th August 2012

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27 SUSSEX PLACE, REGENTS PARK NW1 4RG

www.skola.co.uk/baker_street

12.5 BEC Vantage: Business English Exam An internationally recognized qualification demonstrating skills in using English in the workplace and an ideal qualification for people in or preparing for a career in business. BEC is recognized by many educational organisations, government bodies, professional organisations as well as leading international companies such as Sony, Shell, Vodafone, Coca Cola and HSBC.

exeter

adult courses 2012 LOCATION

AGES 18+

ALL YEAR

EXETER

Age GROUP:

18+ years

Course Runs: ALL YEAR 2012 Location:

EXETER, DEVON

SCHOOL WILL BE CLOSED FOR PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CLOSING DATES : 21st DECEMBER UNTIL 7th JANUARY 2013

course Run by:

accredited by:

ENGLISH IN EXETER

12.1 General English A choice of hours: 21 hours per week mornings and afternoons 15 hours per week mornings or afternoons only Morning classes: The 15 hours programme covers all skills speaking and pronunciation, listening, reading & writing, vocabulary and grammar. Afternoon classes: The programme includes an added focus on communication and comprehension. There is a weekly tutorial with the class teacher during which the student can discuss their progress and decide with the teacher what they would like to study.

For more detailed information please see: www.cambridgeesol.org. 3 weeks x 25 hours per week. Students should have a good intermediate level of English (IELTS 5 or equivalent) to join the course. A minimum of 5 students is required to run the course. Start Dates: 27 February 2012

Exam 16 March

14 May 2012

Exam 7 June

12 November

Exam 1 December

12.6 University Preparation Course Be prepared for University! An intensive course of 25 hours per week. The course consists of general English – 15 hours per week, IELTS – 6 hours per week and academic study skills – 4 hours per week: Academic study skills include: Skills required for academic reading, skimming, scanning and intensive reading Guided writing practice The writing process reflecting different academic text types

12.2 Ielts Preparation Courses IELTS Preparation 30 hour programme: 15 hours (mornings) of General English Study + 15 hours (afternoons) of IELTS. IELTS Preparation 21 hour programme: 15 hours (mornings) of General English Study + 6 hours (afternoons) of IELTS preparation. IELTS Preparation 15 hour programme: 15 hours of IELTS preparation in the afternoons.

Strategies to deal with unknown words and to build vocabulary Carrying out research using books and the internet Skola’s University Preparation course equips students with all the skills they need to succeed at university. A full support and counselling service is available to help students choose the best UK university and to assist with the application process.

DAILY TIMETABLE 2012 ALL YEAR 2012

General English 21 hours Monday to Friday 09.30 – 13.00 Monday to Thursday 14.00 – 15.30

12.3 One-to-one Courses

General English 15 hours Monday to Friday 09.30 – 13.00

Individual, tailor-made tuition where students can concentrate on areas of specific interest.

IELTS 30 hours Monday to Friday 09.30 – 13.00 Monday to Friday IELTS 14.00 – 17.20

IELTS 21 hours Monday to Friday 09.30 – 13.00

12.4 Business World 21 hours per week. 15 hours in group classes in the morning followed by 6 hours of individual lessons in the afternoon. Students can concentrate on the language related to their own professional/personal areas of interest in the individual lessons.

Monday to Thursday IELTS 14.00 – 15.30

IELTS 15 hours Monday to Friday 14.00 – 17.20 All courses include breaks.

University Preparation Course 25 hours: 09.30 – 1.00 Monday to Friday General English 14.00 – 16.30 Monday to Thursday IELTS and Academic English

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12.7 Study & Work SKOLA offers a fantastic range of Study and Work programmes in the UK. Students from the European Union have the opportunity of following one of our English language programmes followed by a paid work placement either in the hotel industry or a London restaurant. Whichever option you choose you have a great opportunity to spend time in the UK, perfect your English as well as cover some of your costs in a paid work placement. Study General English & paid work experience in a hotel: Students have the opportunity to follow a General English course in Exeter followed by a paid work placement in hotels across the UK and Scotland. Hotel Placement Programmes: 12 weeks General English x 21 hrs per week + 26 week work placement in hotels. 8 weeks General English x 21hrs per week + 26 week work placement in hotels. 4 weeks General English x 21 hrs per week + 26 week work placement in hotels. (Students have flexibility to follow a longer English course if required, and also adapt the time span of the work placement in hotel, minimum time 12 weeks is possible in some hotels) Requirements: Work placements are dependent on the successful completion of the study programme and having the requisite level of English. A good personal presence is paramount as well as having a flexible and positive attitude towards the placement. A CV in English is required at the time of enrolment. Accommodation during the work placement in hotel The hotel sometimes provides accommodation. If the accommodation is provided it will normally include meals and students will have to pay a weekly sum of approx £50 – £75 per week. Please note that this will vary depending on the hotel and cannot be guaranteed. If in the case that no accommodation is provided students will receive full support from the work placement agency in finding suitable accommodation. Information about the hotel placements: Work Placements can be in any calibre of hotel anywhere in the whole of the UK and Scotland and not necessarily be in a town or city. Students will not be able to choose where the work placement will be and cannot be changed except in exceptional circumstances. Study & paid work experience in London restaurant: General English course at our school in Exeter followed by a work placement in restaurants located in London. Depending on previous experience, tasks will vary from assistant waiter/tress, assistant chef, kitchen helper, meeter and greeter, bar tender or dish washer. The following example is the minimum duration of a course: 4 weeks General English x 21hrs + 8 week work placement. Students have the flexibility to follow a longer English course or work for a longer period of time. Minimum programme period is 4 weeks General English + 8 week work experience. Requirements: Students should have a minimum level of intermediate English. Students will participate in interviews to ensure their position of work. There is no limit to the amount of interviews students will attend and they will attend the interviews until a job has been secured. A good personal presence is paramount. A CV in English is required at the time of enrolment. Accommodation during the work placement in London restaurant SKOLA offers various types of accommodation from homestay, high quality hostels and shared student flats. Students will receive full support in booking accommodation for the duration of the study period and also the work placement. Information about restaurant placements & rules of employment: Students are not able to choose the hours or times that they work. If they are unhappy with a job then they can change but they must allow at least one week for this to be made. In general restaurants pay by shift, which can be sometimes longer, sometimes shorter, depending on customers. Please note: Students will need to take into account and allow at least one week’s time span where they will be neither studying nor working to attend interviews in London.

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Additional Information

How to get to Exeter

Age: 18+. There may be an occasional student aged 16-17 1

Exeter has its own airport. For destinations please see: www.flybe.com

2 Class Size: Maximum of 12 students in group classes ensures quality time with the teacher Levels: All levels from elementary to advanced 3 IELTS Courses are Intermediate and above

Bristol airport is about 1.5 hours from Exeter. For destinations please see: www.easyjet.com The school can arrange a transfer service from the airport to Exeter.

Minimum Enrolment: 1 week 4 Self Study: Materials provided ( books, software...) to enhance 5 the work done in class

We can also arrange a “Meet and Greet” service. You will be met by a school representative and helped with catching the bus/train to Exeter.

Free Internet Access: To help students keep in touch with 6 office, family and friends

Please ask the school for prices for the above services. If you are making your own way to Exeter:

The school is situated just one minute from the city centre 7 and is close to all the facilities and services including shops and bus/train stations

Heathrow – Exeter

8 Exeter itself is a small, accessible and safe university town and regional capital neighbouring two beautiful National Parks and the coast 9 “Meet & Greet service available” 10 Optional social programme available, with weekly excursion & other activities. There is normally a charge for the social programme

Accommodation & Transfers Home Stay Accommodation 1

By Train: The Heathrow Express is a non-stop train service that offers the fastest travel option between Heathrow Airport and central London. Services run every 15 minutes and the journey time is just 15 minutes; 7/8 minutes more to and from Terminal 4.A standard single fare is £14.50 and a standard return is £28. For details of special offers and to pre-book tickets visit the Heathrow Express website. From Paddington you can catch a train to Exeter. For fares and times please see: www.thetrainline.com Gatwick – Exeter Catch the Gatwick Express: www.gatwickexpress.com - to Victoria coach station and then the coach to Exeter:

housing (July/August) Student 2 Airport transfer available please see Airport Transfer section 3 4

By Bus: There are 9 buses a day direct from the Central Bus Station at Heathrow to Exeter. The school can book seats and purchase tickets for you if required. For fares and times please see: www.nationalexpress.co.uk

“Meet & Greet” service available

www.nationalexpress.com or the train to Exeter from Paddington or Waterloo stations: www.thetrainline.com If you arrive at any other airport please ask for information about how to get to Exeter.

Social Programme The school offers an exciting social programme with weekend excursions to places of interest including Bath, Stonehenge, Bristol, the coast and the beautiful National Parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor. Activities during the week include international food evenings, bowling, cinema etc.

Airport Transfers to EXETER ALL YEAR 2012

Single

Heathrow

£220

The average cost of excursions is £20. There may be a charge for other activities.

Gatwick

£230

Stansted

£280

Spend the weekend in London – You can be in London in just 2.5 hours. Leave Exeter on Friday afternoon and return Sunday evening. The school will help with travel and accommodation in London.

Bristol

Exeter * Prices may increase if taxi kept waiting due to delays in arrival

UK STANSTED

BRISTOL

BAWDSEY

LONDON HEATHROW

GATWICK

EXETER

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£95 £20*

June, July & August 2012

At our SKOLA Schools in:

LONDON

Regent’s Park:

PARENT AND CHILD 2011-2012 LOCATION

AGES 3-18+

ALL YEAR

LONDON

Age GROUP:

3-9 years

Hyde Park:

10-17 years

Gloucester Gate:

10-17 years

Gloucester Gate: (June & August only)

8-10 years

3-18+ years

Course Runs: 10-18+ALL YEAR, 3-18+ SUMMER Location:

LONDON

ADULTS (18+ YEARS)

london – parent & Child ALL YEAR

Juniors (3-17 years)

JULY & AUGUST 2012 course Run by:

accredited by: I C S International Community School

ENGLISH IN london ENGLISH study tours

icschool.co.uk

At SKOLA Soho or SKOLA Baker Street. The Baker Street school is a short walk from SKOLA Regent’s Park (3-9 year olds). Both adult centres have good transport links to the other junior centres.

ENGLISH FOR ALL THE FAMILY Accommodation Many parents come to SKOLA with their children to study English. Parents can study in SKOLA Soho or one of our summer adult centres in central London. Children can study in SKOLA Camden, Gloucester Gate, Hyde Park or Regents Park, depending on their ages and the time of year. Children’s classes begin at 09:00 and adult classes begin at 10:00, giving parents time to take their children to school. There is a choice of finishing times for both adult and junior classes. Please contact us to find the courses which suit you best. Travel time between the schools ranges from a 5 minute walk to a 20 minute bus or tube ride. There is also a school bus service available for children.

SKOLA can arrange accommodation in homestay. Homestays normally provide a twin room for a parent and a child in London travel zones 2-3 (up to 45-60 minutes travelling time to central London, though many homestays are closer). Homestays provide breakfast and evening meal every day and lunch at weekends if you are at home. Children have weekday lunch at school. Adult schools do not provide lunch. Parents are responsible for their children outside school hours and in the homestay.

Juniors (10-17 years)

SKOLA can arrange transfers from and to any London airport.

Transfers

SEPTEMBER 2011-JUNE 2012

At our SKOLA Camden School located in the centre of London and within easy travelling distance of our adult school, Skola Soho.

Adults (18+ years) SEPTEMBER 2011-JUNE 2012

At our SKOLA Soho School located just a few minutes from Oxford Street, Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square and within easy travelling distance of our junior school, Skola Camden

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Junior Accommodation 1. London A. Homestay accommodation All our accommodation providers have been selected by our homestay provider after inspection and chosen for the warmth of their welcome rather than their proximity to the schools. They are situated in residential areas of London from where the journey to school by public transport is straightforward. They reflect the multi cultural aspect of Britain in general and London in particular. Although they can come from any number of ethnic backgrounds, English is the main language in the home. Juniors are accommodated on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch and evening meal), with the midday meal provided at school on school days and by the homestay provider at the weekend. There may be up to 3 students staying in the accommodation at the same time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but of different mother-tongues unless there is a specific request otherwise (e.g. if friends wish to be accommodated together). Accommodation is always single room unless two children who book and travel together request twin room accommodation. B. School Minibus Service As London is a large city, and our schools are in Central London, we provide a SKOLA School Minibus Service which picks up students from their homes in the morning, and returns them to their front door at the end of the school day. Some of our accommodation is in residential areas some distance from the schools, so travelling time can be up to 45-60 minutes each way. This service is charged extra. If parents decide not to use our bus service, in order for children 14-16 to travel alone on public transport, we must receive written authority from them. We do not allow children under 14 to travel alone on public transport even with written authority from parents. C. Parent and Child Accommodation We can provide homestay accommodation for parents and children, but the parent is responsible for looking after the child outside school hours. The parent should either take the child to and from school, or be present in the house when the child leaves and returns on the minibus (if booked). The timetables in the adult and junior schools have been designed with this in mind. We would point out that adults are not allowed to travel on the minibus with children. D. Residential Accommodation We have a small residence available all year round in London for students attending our Hyde Park school. The rooms contain 2-3 beds and the bathrooms are shared. Students are taken to and from school in a minibus. Accommodation is on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch and evening meal), with the midday meal provided at school on school days and by the staff in the residence at the weekend. 2. Ascot and Bawdsey Residential Accommodation At Ascot and Bawdsey all students are accommodated in school residences on Campus. Boys and girls are in separate residences. During the Academic Year at Bawdsey, students are in rooms with 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 beds, but during summer courses all bedrooms have 2, 3 or 4 beds. At Ascot students will be in rooms with 2-6 beds. Unless requested otherwise by all parents involved, children sharing together will be of different mother tongues where possible. Most bedrooms contain washbasins, but bathroom and toilet facilities are shared. All accommodation is full-board with breakfast, lunch and evening meal provided and snacks are available. Welfare Junior Programmes 24-hour emergency telephone numbers are issued to students and their parents as part of the Information Pack. A member of staff can be contacted at any time should students encounter any problem or difficulty. Medical support is always available, with First Aid trained staff on site. Students are inducted on their first morning as to the school rules and are expected to follow them. The students and their welfare are our main priority. We maintain very close supervision of students at all times, to ensure their safety and well-being and that they obtain the maximum benefit from their course Insurance We strongly advise you to take out your own travel insurance, but our course prices do include provision of a Travel, Medical and Course Fees Protection Insurance. Please contact us for further details.

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3. Exeter All our accommodation providers have been selected by the SKOLA member of staff responsible for accommodation after inspection and chosen for the warmth of their welcome rather than their proximity to the school. Many are however located within walking distance of the school. They reflect the multi cultural aspect of Britain in general. Although they can come from any number of ethnic backgrounds, they all speak native English and English is the main language in the home. A. Homestay Accommodation (with families) Students in homestay accommodation have an evening meal as well as Bed and Breakfast. As the evening meal is taken with the hosts, there is more contact – so more opportunity to practise their English. For this type of accommodation there may be up to 3 students at the same time – again of different mother-tongues unless a specific request is made to the contrary. B. Shared Housing (Summer)

additional information – ADULT & JUNIOR ACCOMMODATION

adult Accommodation

During the months of July and August we have student homes available with private bedrooms – but shared self-catering and bathroom facilities. 4. London All our accommodation providers have been selected by our homestay provider after inspection and chosen for the warmth of their welcome rather than their proximity to the schools. They are situated in residential areas of London from where the journey to school by public transport is straightforward. They reflect the multi cultural aspect of Britain in general and London in particular. Although they can come from any number of ethnic backgrounds, English is the main language in the home. A. Private Home (with families) Students who choose Private Home accommodation are provided with Bed and Breakfast. They are accommodated in homestay accommodation, but there is not much contact with the hosts. There can be up to 4 students staying in the house at the same time – but of different mother-tongues (unless a specific request is made to the contrary). A choice of accommodation for adults is available as follows:Standard (Homestay, private home and self catering) Situated in a suburban location in Zone 4, within walking distance of a bus stop or train/ underground station. Superior (Homestay, private home and self catering) Located in Zones 2 or 3 closer to the city centre, within walking distance of a bus stop or train/underground station. It is essential that you inform us of any special requests for your homestay (allergies, diet, pets, location) at the time of booking and we will do our best to match your requirements. B. Homestay Accommodation (with families) Students in homestay accommodation have an evening meal in addition to Bed and Breakfast. As the evening meal is taken with the hosts, there is more contact – so more opportunity to practise their English. For this type of accommodation there may be up to 3 students at the same time – again of different mother-tongues unless a specific request is made to the contrary. C. Self-catering Students in self-catering accommodation will be staying in homestay accommodation but will be able to cook their own food in the kitchen. They will be able to use all the kitchen equipment (pots, pans, cooker, etc.) - but would be expected to arrange a timetable for use of the kitchen with the hosts. There may be up to 4 students staying in the house at the same time - but of different mother-tongues (unless a specific request is made to the contrary). D. Parent and child accommodation (with families) We can provide homestay accommodation for parents and children, but would point out that the parent is responsible for looking after the child outside school hours. The parent should either take the child to and from school, or be present in the house when the child leaves and returns on the minibus (if booked). The timetables in the adult and junior schools have been designed with this in mind. We would point out that adults are not allowed to travel on the minibus with children. A choice of accommodation for adults is available as follows:Standard (Homestay, private home and self catering) Situated in a suburban location in Zone 4, within walking distance of a bus stop or train/underground station. Superior (Homestay, private home and self catering) Located in Zone 2s or 3 closer to the city centre, within walking distance of a bus stop or train/underground station. It is essential that you inform us of any special requests for your homestay (allergies, diet, pets, location) at the time of booking and we will do our best to match your requirements. Welfare All students are provided with a contact number in case of emergency and are assisted with general support for matters such as housing and opening a bank account. Insurance We strongly advise you to take out your own travel insurance, but our course prices do not include provision of a Travel, Medical and Course Fees Protection Insurance. Please contact us for further details.

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groups all year Introduction SKOLA English Study Tours has been successfully organising English study trips for groups in the U.K. for many years for both children and adults. We regularly organise stays in London and Suffolk for school groups from various countries and we can organise stays in other UK locations as well. A group can even combine stays in two different locations. We recently organised a study trip for Italian high school students doing a project as part of their economics studies, and another stay in London for a group of Russian primary school children. In all cases, for children or adult groups, we combine a quality English language course with cultural, leisure and sports programmes to provide a rich learning experience in the UK. London is full of fantastic things to see and do and we make sure that students leave at the end of their stay having reinforced their English skills and taken full advantage of what our country can offer. Depending on the age of students and preferred location and type of programme, the English course may be provided by different British Council accredited schools in the SKOLA group of schools. Accommodation In London we can arrange budget hotel or Youth Hostel accommodation, as well as homestay or higher hotel categories and student residences, depending on the budget and requirements of the group. In Suffolk, at Alexanders International School we provide residential accommodation on our beautiful campus overlooking the sea. During the summer months we can also offer residential stays for teenage groups in our other residential centre in Ascot. Transport Groups have the option of using Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transport system to get around, or have one of our fleet of minibuses take them from the homestay or hotel to their classes in the morning. Airport Transfers On arrival groups are met at the airport by SKOLA staff and taken by coach or minibus to their chosen accommodation. Prices Please contact us by email (est@skola.co.uk) or telephone (+44 20 7387 7575) with details of your requirements for a quotation.

Sample Timetable: Closed Group Stay in London - Week 1 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Welcome to London

Test & English Classes

English Classes

Excursion to Oxford

LUNCH

Westminster Walking Tour

Visit to Madame Tussauds

Visit to the British Museum

Covent Garden Market

The London Eye

Arrival and transfer to accommodation

Visit to Christchurch College

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only. SKOLA will work with you to create your programme.

Sample Timetable: Closed Group Stay in London - Week 2 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Excursion to Brighton

English Classes

Transfer to Airport and Departure

LUNCH

Tower of London

Ten Pin Bowling

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Visit to Science Museum

Farewell Party

Visit to The Royal Pavilion

Please Note: The above timetable is a sample only. SKOLA will work with you to create your programme.

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During the past 12 months we have welcomed students of 90 different nationalities into our schools: Afghanistan Algeria Angola Argentina Armenia Australia Austria Azerbaijan Belarus Belgium Brazil Bulgaria Cameroon Canada Chad

Chile China Colombia Croatia Czech Rep. Denmark Ecuador Egypt Estonia Finland France Gabon Georgia Germany Ghana

Greece Holland Hungary Iceland India Iran Iraq Israel Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Korea Kuwait Kyrgyzstan

Lebanon Libya Liechtenstein Lithuania Macedonia Malaysia Mexico Montenegro Morocco Nigeria Norway Oman Peru Philippines Poland

Portugal Qatar Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Sudan Sweden Switzerland

Syria Taiwan Thailand Tunisia Turkey Turkmenistan Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom USA Uzbekistan Venezuela Vietnam Yemen

additional information – NATIONALITIES and faq’s

Nationalities

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. Do you accept students throughout the year? Yes – all our schools operate a rolling admissions policy, so will accept students at most times throughout the year space permitting.

8. How do I know which visa to apply for? The rules at the time of going to print are given below. But for the latest information please see: www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/

2. When will I receive the confirmation for my course? You will receive the confirmation generally within 48 hours.

CHILD (i.e. under the age of 18)

3. Once I have received my confirmation am I able to make changes? Yes you can make changes but it will all be subject to availability and also this will incur an additional cost of £25 to issue new documents. 4. How long will it take the student to improve their English to the required level? Each student will progress at a different pace through the programme and their rate of progress will depend on how hard they are prepared to study. The Directors of Studies in all schools keep a close eye on all students and are always available to discuss the academic needs of the student. 5. Can we all study in the same school? We have separate schools for adults, primary age children and secondary age children. Please see page 27 for an explanation of the premises in which the different age groups study. 6. At what time will the minibus pick up my child? We are unable to provide this information until the Friday before arrival as – especially during the summer – the bus routes (and therefore timings) change every week. 7. Do I need a visa ? Go to: http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/doineedvisa/ Students from member states of the European Economic Union DO NOT need visas. Certain others also do not need visas but it is your responsibility to check on this. We would stress the importance of applying for the visa in good time. During the summer months especially, the application process can take up to 12 weeks or even longer.

If staying for 6 months or more and attending a junior programme, will need to apply for a TIER 4 CHILD STUDENT VISA. This visa is only applicable to the school which has issued the CAS - you cannot study elsewhere without following the procedures to change your educational sponsor. If studying on a course of less than 6 months then a VISITOR VISA (also known as a tourist visa) is sufficient ADULT (i.e. 18 years and above) If studying on a course of more than 11 months duration will need to apply for a TIER 4 GENERAL STUDENT VISA. This visa is only applicable to the school which has issued the CAS - you cannot study elsewhere without following the procedures to change your educational sponsor. If studying on a course of less than 6 months then a STUDENT VISITOR VISA should be applied for. If studying on a course of between 6 and 11 months then an EXTENDED STUDENT VISITOR VISA should be applied for. 9. Can you issue a CAS? Yes – providing the necessary documents are sent to us. Despite its name, a CAS is merely an electronic number that is stored in the UKBA files. It does not come in the form of a paper document. Please visit our website at www.skola.co.uk for the latest information about SKOLA – where you will also find videos of all our schools.

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SCHOOLS SKOLA was established over 40 years ago and now has 5 Schools in England. We provide learning opportunities for students of all ages at all times of the year. Our academic programmes for Juniors 3-18 lead to the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCSE Examinations; General English and School Preparation courses are available all year and there are 7 Summer Vacation Centres. For adults we offer General English, IELTS, University Foundation and Study & Work programmes.

International Community School Established in 1979, ICS has a Primary School offering IB Primary Years Programme in Regent’s Park, a Secondary School following IB Middle Years and Diploma near Hyde Park (both have summer centres) and a Residential Summer Centre at Skola Ascot. Students with basic English follow the School Preparation Programme before joining the full academic programme. Our students and staff from over 60 countries form a dynamic learning community committed to the individual needs of each child. ICS runs SKOLA Regent’s Park, SKOLA Hyde Park and SKOLA Ascot.

Alexanders International School At our beautiful Bawdsey Campus in Suffolk we offer a range of residential Academic and English Language study programmes for students 11-17. From September – June AIS runs School Preparation, 1 & 2 year GCSE/IGCSE programmes and short courses. Our Summer Vacation programmes run from mid-June to September. AIS runs SKOLA Bawdsey.

English in Exeter English in Exeter offers Adult Students a taste of traditional England in beautiful picturesque surroundings. Students can choose General English, IELTS, University Foundation amongst its course, with the added option of residential accommodation in the Summer.

English in London Located in Central London our Adult Language Centres are a perfect location for those Adults 18 + who want to learn English and experience London and all it has to offer. General English, IELTS, University Foundation and Study and Work programmes are offered at the Soho Centre. Our Baker Street Centre offers General English courses in July & August.

English Study Tours English Study Tours offers a range of English Language courses in central London for individual and groups of International students 10-17 years old. Our Camden centre offers courses all year with our Summer courses taking place at the Gloucester Gate centre.

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English Language Centres in the UK

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