THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE. Bristol

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1 THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE Bristol

2 Bristol to London 160 km 2h 10m 1h 40m 2h 40m

3 Student Nationalities 2018 Percentages fluctuate according to season

4 Student Ages 2018 Average age: 23 (Minimum age: 16)

5 Student Numbers 2018 An average of 175 students from 25 different countries

6 BRISTOL With a population of 442,500, it is the second largest city in the south after London A lively university city with more than 50,000 students Bristol International Airport has flights to 117 cities in 35 countries 2018 Bristol is ideally located for day trips to London, Bath, Stonehenge, Oxford, Glastonbury Stratford-Upon-Avon using public transport. Highest employment rate amongst UK s Core Cities Home of Banksy and the world famous Balloon Fiesta A port city with lots of restaurants and nightlife on the harbourside and numerous music, art and food festivals

7 THE SCHOOL A family-run school established in 1969 The #1 ranked school in the UK according to the EL Gazette rankings based upon British Council Inspectors publishable statements. Located in two fine old buildings close to the university in Clifton, one of Bristol s most attractive areas. Accredited by the British Council and a member of Quality English and IALC. A member of TEN, a group of 10 independent schools with a reputation for quality and personal service.

8 COURSES 21 full hours of classroom time per week plus daily homework 4 hours per week optional supervised self-study Average class size: 10 (maximum 14) General English has 6 levels from A2 (Elementary) to C2 (Advanced), with more than one class at most levels As part of your course, depending on your level, you can prepare for the Cambridge English First, Advanced and Proficiency exams, IELTS or BULATS Minimum Level: A2 (Elementary) for General English, B1 (Intermediate) for exam preparation Optional free language activities including Conversation Club, Job Club, Friday Film Club and guest speakers Free e-learning from the time of registration up to 12 weeks after the end of the course

9 SUMMER COURSES The summer courses run from June to September. During July and August we open an additional study centre in Clifton College, just 2 minutes walk from Pembroke House The summer centre has spacious classrooms, a beautiful garden and wonderful facilities. The courses include 21 full teaching hours per week They are run in the same way as our courses throughout the year with intensive General English and examination preparation The summer courses are suitable for motivated students aged 16+ During July and August, lunch is an option in the college for all our students

10 ACCOMMODATION ELC Student Residences Residence No. En-suite Walking Distance Photos St. John's House Stud 28 No 3-7 minutes Photos Granby Hill 9 Yes minutes Photos Wellington Park 7 Showers and basin, 2 shared toilets 5-10 minutes Photos St. Paul's Road 7 Yes minutes Photos Mortimer Road 4/5 Showers and basin, 2 shared toilets minutes Photos Clyde Cottage 3 No minutes Photos 3 options, one price Homestay families (all year) Student residences (all year) Goldney Hall (summer only) Accommodation page on website

11 SOCIAL PROGRAMME Led by the teachers At least two activities during the week A full day excursion every Saturday Football match against the teachers on Thursday Examples of activities: International Food Party, theatre, visit to BBC studios, Laser Fusion, harbour cruise, live music at The Thekla, pool, Salsa Night, Banksy Tour (Graffiti), Friday Lunch Club, live football at Bristol City FC, Afternoon Tea at Browns, school parties, bowling, ELC s Got Talent, ballet at The Hippodrome, opera at The Hippodrome, etc. Examples of Excursions: Cambridge, London, Oxford, Bath, Glastonbury, Harry Potter Studios, Cardiff & Cardiff Castle, Stonehenge, Cambridge, Gower Peninsula, Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon- Avon.

12 STUDENTS UNION BRISTOL UNIVERSITY ELC students are able to join Bristol University clubs run by the student union. The perfect way to make English friends. Popular clubs and societies Badminton, Ballroom Dancing, Basketball, Capoeira, Choir, Climbing, Cycling, Film, Fine Arts, Football, Futsal, Hip Hop/Street Dance, Hockey, Hot Air Ballooning, Kick Boxing, Kite surfing, Law, Marketing, Meditation, Muay Thai, Music, Philosophy, Photography, Public Speaking, Running, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Trampoline, Volleyball, Wine Circle, Yoga. Please note that some clubs and societies are not available to students under 18 due to safeguarding issues. "A great way to make English friends!"

13 ELC Bristol Marketing Manager: Neil Mullens