English in London - Stanton School of English

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1 EASY LANGUAGES English in London - Stanton School of English Why this Programme? Ages 16 + Minimum 1 week stay Best value for money in London Personalised learning methods Located in the hip area of Bayswater General English, Business English, exam preparation Homestay or residence accommodation Destination English in London London has everything that international students could possibly want! It's a global city, always changing, always exciting. Studying and living in London can be one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences of your life, opening the doors to a great future. If something is happening in art, in science, in business, in politics, in music, in industry, in high or low culture, or in life, the chances are that it is happening here in London. Not only does London enjoy world class museums, galleries, monuments, churches, famous building, but it also has clubs, concert venues, musicals, theatres and of course shops! What's more, many of the best London attractions are completely free! The fact that the price of the pound has fallen by about 20% since the

2 announcement of Brexit is a boon for all visitors. LSC School Founded in 1975, LSC Stanton is based in beautiful Bayswater, a fashionable area of central London in Zone 1. The school is located on Queensway, a bustling cosmopolitan street, with many bars, restaurants and shops, including the famous Whiteleys shopping centre. It is also within walking distance of the well-known Kensington Palace, Kensington Gardens / Hyde Park and the worldfamous Portobello Road. Accreditations: British Council (since 1978), The inspection in August 2016 highlighted the strengths of the school, e.g. academic management, teaching materials, quality and content of courses), Independent SI (since 2012) School facilities include: 15 air-conditioned classrooms Interactive Whiteboards Library Study room with computers Student lounges with Wifi and TV screen Free WiFi throughout the school Activities and events during your stay As a LSC student, you will enjoy a varied calendar of social and leisure activities every week, in the afternoon or during the evening. Attendance is optional. Many of these activities are free of charge, however, some may require a fee. All activities are subject to change without notice and may be offered seasonally. Some of the many activities available include: Welcome Event Orientation tour Visits to museums Restaurant, bar or pub evenings

3 Week-end trips (around 40) Sports related evening activities Courses English language courses: the basics Lesson length: 50 minutes Class size: Average 12 students (maximum 18) Schedule: you can choose either morning or afternoon classes Placement test: online prior to arrival and on first day of classes (7 different levels) Certificate of participation at the end of your stay Open access to the e-learning site Regular evaluation of your progress CELTA-qualified native English speakers Timetable: you can choose a morning or afternoon timetable depending on the programme: 09:00-12:00 or 13:00-16:00 (standard) 09:00-13:00 or 12:00-16:00 (semi-intensive) 09:00-14:00 (intensive) Courses on offer Standard English: 15, 20 or 25 lessons per week This course will give you a practical understanding of the English language and will take you all the way to fluency. The lessons cover the four core language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.

4 If you choose a course of 20 or 25 lessons per week, in addition to the 15- lesson core course, you can choose one or two elective modules to create the perfect study programme (see list of electives below). Language level: all levels Executive English: 15, 20 or 25 lessons per week This course is designed for students who need to use English in an international business environment. The teachers are carefully selected for their 'real world' experience. This helps them deal with the specific needs of students. If you choose a course of 20 or 25 lessons per week, in addition to the 15- lesson core Business English course, you can choose one or two elective modules (see list of electives below). Language entry level: Intermediate (B1+) Exam Preparation: Cambridge (FCE, CAE) or IELTS: 15, 20 or 25 lessons per week Minimum stay: 1 week for the IELTS and Cambridge exams The exam preparation courses are designed to help you obtain the best possible grade in your chosen exam. You will learn about how the exams work, what the examiners will be looking for and you will practise using the types of questions you will see in the exam. If you choose a course of 20 or 25 lessons per week, in addition to the 15- lesson core Exam Preparation Course, you can choose one or two elective modules (see list of electives below). Language entry level: FCE: upper intermediate (B2); CAE : Advanced (C1); IELTS: Intermediate (B1) Elective modules (5 hours per week each)

5 Conversation & pronunciation: develop your communication skills Writing and grammar: study different styles of writing and become more precise and eloquent in your written skills British cultural studies: study British history, the media, art and music Academic English: for those looking to do masters at university, how to take notes, how to summarise information, the structure of a dissertation, how to research and how to make presentations English for business: develop your CV and cover letter, how to write s, interview language and how to present yourself, how to look for work Accommodation Accommodation is NOT mandatory if you already have somewhere to stay in London. Homestay (Ages 16+) Shared room, shared bathroom, breakfast, Zone 4-5 Distance to school: the families usually live in residential areas within 40 to 60 minutes to the school by public transport. Optional extras: Zones closer to th school (Zone 2 - max. 25 minutes from school & Zone 3 - max. 40 minutes from school) Single room Half-board (compulsory for students under 18) Private bathroom Note : shared room available only for students travelling together Practical information: Bedding and towels provided Possibility of using the family's washing facilities (they will usually give you a specific day to do your laundry or tell you when their laundry day is)

6 Student residence (18+) We offer a choice of residence accommodation from standard to superior depending on your budget. Standard Student residence Earl s Court Road (Ages 18+) Features Twin, triple or quad rooms with a television Shared bathrooms & toilets Self catering Travel time to school: 15 minutes by London underground Location: lively area close to Earl s Court tube station (zone 1) No deposit required Facilities and services: Shared kitchen facilities, including microwave, fridge, kettle and hob. Kitchen equipment provided Rooms cleaned weekly Bed linen and towels provided Washing machine coin operated WiFi Entrance under surveillance Reception open 24h/24 Rooms are cleaned once a week. Students are responsible for keeping the flat clean the rest of the time. Superior Student residence The Stay Club (Ages 18+) Features: Single studios and Twin room En-suite shower Self catering Travel time to school: 40 minutes away by the London underground Location: in Willesden area, next to Willesden Junction tube station (Zone 2). Good transport links to Heathrow, Luton and Stansted airports

7 No deposit required Facilities and services: Kitchenette in the room, microwave, 2 hobs, fridge and basic cooking utensils Parquet flooring, wardrobes with built in mirror TV in common room, pool table 24 hour reception and security Rooms cleaned weekly Bed linen and towels provided Washing machine (coin operated) Free WiFi throughout the building Entrance under surveillance Rooms are cleaned once a week. Students are responsible for keeping the flat clean the rest of the time. Superior Student residence Fulham Palace Road (Ages 18+) Features: Single studios (can also be used by couples sharing a double bed) Private toilets and bathrooms Self catering Travel time to school: 15 minutes' walk or 10 minute bus journey Location: next to the Hammersmith metro station (zone 2) No deposit required Facilities and services: Double bed, study area, and ample storage space Modern fitted kitchen including microwave, fridge, kettle and hob. Kitchen equipment provided Bed linen provided Laundry room 24 hour reception with front entrance CCTV High Speed Broadband connection at no extra charge

8 Dates & Prices 2018 Dates 2018 Course start dates Most courses start every Monday year-round (exceptions are outlined below.) On Bank Holiday Mondays, lessons start on Tuesdays. Exam preparation course start dates: FCE & CAE exam preparation course start dates: January, March, June and September. Please check availability with us. IELTS exam preparation: Every Monday year-round, subject to availability. Prices 2018 Programme prices - AUD - Australian DollarBRL - Brazilian RealCAD - Canadian DollarCHF - Swiss FrancEUR - EuroGBP - British PoundJPY - Japanese Yen KRW - Korean WonNZD - New Zealand DollarPLN - Polish ZlotyUSD - US Dollar All taxes included Click here to register Lessons without accommodation Duration 15 lessons (afternoon) 15 lessons (morning) 20 lessons (afternoon) 20 lessons (morning) 25 lessons 1 week weeks weeks weeks weeks ,025 1,085 1,245 8 weeks ,235 1,315 1, weeks 1,120 1,340 1,700 1,820 2,090

9 16 weeks 1,340 1,600 2,080 2,240 2, weeks 1,430 1,810 2,170 2,350 2, weeks 1,605 1,910 2,310 2,510 2, weeks 1,725 2,075 2,555 2,795 3, weeks 2,135 2,535 3,175 3,495 3, weeks 2,315 2,795 3,515 3,875 4,395 Extra week Enrolment fee - 50 Books (to be bought at school) - 30 Options and Extra fees (per week) Business English* 30 Exam prepatation* 30 *Extras are calculated in conjunction with the morning lessons prices Homestay accommodation prices Placement fee - 50 Type of homestay Per week Zone 4-5, shared room*, breakfast 135 Zone 3, shared room*, breakfast 170 Zone 2, shared room*, breakfast 200 Single room 15 Half-board 35 Private bathroom 25 *Shared rooms are available for those who are travelling together Residence accommodation Placement fee - 50 Type of residence Per week

10 Earl's Court Road- Single room - Zone 1 (summer - self-catering) 300 Earl s Court Road - Single room - Zone 1 (summer - half board) 330 Earl's Court - Shared room (2 people)* - Zone Earl's Court Road- Shared room (3 people)* - Zone Fulham Palace Road Studio - Single room - Zone Fulham Palace Road Studio - Shared room (2 people) - Zone The Stay Club Studio - Single room - Zone The Stay Club Studio - Shared room (2 people) - Zone *Shared rooms are available for those who are travelling together Tranfers (per journey) Heathrow 75 Other London airports 95 Zone C (max. 60 minutes from school) - Zone B (max. 40 minutes from school) - Zone A (ma. 25 minutes from school) Prices include The course you choose The accommodation option with or without meals depending on the option All taxes and administrative fees The prices do not include: - Travel and transfers - Course books (around 30 per book, to be payed on arrival) - The deposit if required (to be payed on arrival) - Exam fee if applicable (Cambridge, IELTS, etc.) Practical Info Arrivals: Sunday Departures: Saturday

11 Arrival airports and stations: London St Pancras London Heathrow* London Gatwick* London Stansted* London City* London Luton* (*Airport transfers available on request) - fees apply, see price list Please note: Do not make travel arrangements until we have confirmed your enrolment in your chosen course. Visa Information You might need a visa for this course. For more information please visit our Visa Information page. Do not hesitate to contact us by phone or if you require any additional information. Video