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Active holidays for the whole family Kill two birds with one stone: go on holiday and learn a language with your family! Discover exceptional destinations and a new culture by learning a language – it’s much more exciting than a regular holiday programme, and it’s motivating for the whole family! Active holidays with a common goal and approach, within contexts and structures made to suit every family member … it’s the perfect holiday! There’s something for everyone: – Better grades at school for the children – Language progression for the personal or professional development of the parents – Cultural enrichment for all of you After class, share your experiences with the rest of the family, including what you discovered, surprises, new friendships and the progress that each of you has made. Enjoy these happy moments that will be at the heart of an incredible experience for parents and children! Laia López Area Manager
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Y O U R TA I L O R - M A D E L A N G U A G E S TAY
Our programmes, the teaching structure and the services offered by the school are especially designed for families travelling together. Each member will be able to make the most of their stay! Whether you want to travel alone or as a couple with your children, we have something to offer each family configuration. Grandparents or other family members can also join the group or even take the place of the parents. LEISURE Our choice of destinations offers a great variety of cultural and sports activities, whether it be for the children or for the parents. In certain destinations, the leisure programme is designed for the whole family.
ACCOMMODATION We select accommodation that is especially adapted to the needs of your family. The two main types of accommodation are with a host family or the rental of a private apartment. We can also offer you hotels or Bed & Breakfasts.
A language stay for the whole family with ESL means enjoying great active holidays together while developing everyone’s language skills!
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THE LESSONS Each family member attends a language course that corresponds to their age and language level. On the first day, a placement test determines the class for each student. The teaching is focused on communication and the acquisition of practical skills. The content of the lessons, which is entertaining and stimulating, allows everyone to make progress under the best possible conditions.
THE COURSES
A programme for everyone! Our choice of specific courses for children, teenagers and parents allows everyone to progress at their own pace. Our programmes are adapted to the different generations, with courses and activities that take the age of each student into account.
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COURSES FOR CHILDREN 3 – 7 YEARS OLD
8 – 12 YEARS OLD
13 – 17 YEARS OLD
The courses for very young children have as a main goal the sparking of the students’ interest in foreign languages. The playful approach to the language is applied to a great number of activities. The motto is: learn while having fun! Teachers or sports instructors supervise everything.
Children learn to integrate in a group of young students from all around the world and follow language classes in an international atmosphere. The lessons are always entertaining and varied. The extracurricular activities offered by the school extend the learning through the practice of the language.
Teenagers develop their knowledge of the language and learn in an international context. After class or on the weekend, activities organised by the school allow the students to get together and to practice the language in a laid-back atmosphere, under the supervision of the people in charge. In some schools, the 13 – 17 year old students can enrol in intensive courses that greatly accelerate the learning process and allow fast progress.
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COURSES FOR THE PARENTS STANDARD
BUSINESS
The 20 hours of weekly lessons usually take place in the morning. This allows you to also follow the programme of activities offered by the school, to explore your destination on your own or to spend some free time with your children.
The Business programme allows you to improve your language level, to become more fluent and to develop language skills for work. The Business classes are taught in mini groups and can be combined with a general course.
INTENSIVE The intensive course includes 25 to 30 lessons per week. Like the standard course, the teaching is based on a communicative approach of the language. In the afternoon, optional subjects or conversation classes are offered, perfect for making fast progress. Please note that part of the lessons of the intensive course take place in the afternoon. It will thus be necessary for your children to follow a programme that keeps them busy at lunchtime and in the afternoon.
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PRIVATE You receive completely customised lessons. The teacher is at your disposal, which allows you to focus on your needs and to progress at your own pace. The big plus: you can organise your schedule according to your availability.
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H O S T FA M I LY
The accommodation is a crucial factor for the success of your language stay. We have selected different options to give you an environment that fits your expectations. After class and on the weekend, get together as a family to enjoy your free time during your language stay!
HOST FAMILY
PRIVATE APARTMENT
If you enjoy a laid-back and family lifestyle, this is the accommodation for you!
In a private apartment, you’ll enjoy your own space. They’re equipped with a small kitchen so you can prepare meals for the whole family. The apartments have individual, double and sometimes triple rooms. Depending on your family configuration, we offer you accommodation that suits your needs.
Your benefits: - Direct contact with a local family - Total immersion in the language - Meals eaten together as a family
HOTEL / B&B
- Warm welcome in an authentic environment
In some destinations, hotels and B&Bs are available.
- Possibility to take part in family activities (celebrations, excursions)
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The term “host family” doesn’t necessarily refer to a traditional family. The home can consist of older people, one person or several adults. Different bedroom options are offered depending on the configuration of each family. Usually, the bathroom is shared with the host family members, as well as the living room and the other common areas.
In the evening or on the weekend, keep up with your family’s rhythm of life! Whether it be by living in a homestay or in a holiday apartment, you’ll enjoy these moments together. Everyone will have a story to tell – some even in the language of the country!
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You can follow a language course with your family without booking your accommodation through us.
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- Cultural discovery and sharing of daily life with a local family
A deposit is requested when booking or at the latest, upon arrival. It will be refunded at the end of your stay if there is no damage.
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L E A R N I N G W H I L E H AV I N G F U N
Some schools offer a specific programme of activities for children and adults after class, while others give you the freedom of organising your own activities to suit your needs and preferences, as a family. In destinations like Malta or Ireland, or touristic cities like Målaga or Brighton for instance, everything is within reach! In some destinations, two different leisure programmes are offered – one especially designed for children and the other for adults. These activities include sports, artistic leisure activities, games and cultural visits. These excursions are an opportunity to discover the country, the area or the host city.
Experienced organisers supervise the activities and excursions of the young students. In the afternoon and sometimes in the evening, the people in charge organise, coordinate and supervise various activities and make sure everything goes smoothly. Sports activities are led and monitored by qualified instructors.
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LANGUAGE HOLIDAYS FOR FAMILIES Discover the most popular programmes in the most exciting locations! Take your children to the seaside or discover an iconic city together. Exploring, meeting new people, conversation and improving language skills are on the agenda!
Prices in GBP were converted according to the exchange rate in effect at the time of creation of this leaflet. This value is subject to change and is provided for your information only. Only original prices (in local currency) are guaranteed throughout the year. All prices featured in this leaflet correspond to 1-week courses.
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SALERNO
ITALY 1 adult + 1 child from GBP 1190 per week
MÁLAGA
FROM 7 YEARS OLD
SPAIN 1 adult + 1 child from GBP 930 per week
All year
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Language course
Language course
Homestay, including breakfast
Studio for 2 people
ANTIBES
FRANCE 1 adult + 1 child from GBP 1020 per week Spring / Summer Language course Studio for 2 people
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FROM 6 YEARS OLD
FROM 12 YEARS OLD
PARIS
FRANCE 1 adult + 1 child from GBP 1540 per week
SALERNO
FROM 6 YEARS OLD
ITALY 2 adults + 2 children from GBP 2380 per week
FROM 7 YEARS OLD
Summer
All year
Language course
Language course
Studio for 2 people
Homestay, including breakfast
MÁLAGA
ANTIBES
2 adults + 2 children from GBP 1730 per week
FROM 12 YEARS OLD
FRANCE 2 adults + 2 children from GBP 2040 per week
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Spring / Summer
Language course
Language course
Apartment for 4 people
2 double studios
PARIS
FRANCE 2 adults + 2 children from GBP 2660 per week Summer Language course Apartment for 4 people
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FROM 6 YEARS OLD
FROM 6 YEARS OLD
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I’m very happy with the experiences I had, with everything I learnt and the progress I made.
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We enjoyed every moment of our two-week stay in Galway. Ilke and Sophie were both happy with their English classes. I am sure we will come back!
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SARAH FRANQUET
The stay allowed me to practice the English language on a daily basis. My son was happy to go to English school.
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JERSEY
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Our stay in Jersey was awesome. {...} I went to the school with my children who also liked the atmosphere and connected with children from other countries.
A WORLD OF DESTINATIONS With our best language schools in locations across the world, you can learn a language with your family at any latitude! Each city and country is different and offers you its individuality and regional flavour so you can immerse yourself in the culture of your chosen language. An enriching interlude in the life of the parents and an introduction to the world for the children!
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