stafford house school of english brochure

Stafford House School of EnglishLondon • Canterbury

Excellence in English since 1952

2011 - 12

IntroductionPages 4 - 5

Your student experience

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London: The global city

Pages 8-9

Canterbury: The traditional English experience

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WelfarePage 11

Accommodation

Contents

Pages 16-21

Our coursesPages 22-23

Cambridge Education Group

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Learning at Stafford House School of English

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INTRODUCTION

As we approach our 60th year here at Stafford House School of English, we are committed as ever to providing our students with the best English language courses.

Whether you want to learn English for everyday life, for your future career or to progress into academic studies, we are confident that we can offer you the teaching,

support and learning environment you will need to maximise your potential.

Expert teachingWe are proud of our inspiring and expert teachers. All are highly qualified and completely focused on your success – their enthusiasm and dedication really is the key to our success.

Complete supportSince 1952 we have helped thousands of students achieve their goals by putting you at the centre of everything we do. From the moment you arrive until the day you leave,

your happiness and safety - cared for by our dedicated welfare and accommodation

staff who are on hand 24 hours a day - is our number one priority.

Ideal environment Our modern and conveniently located schools provide the ideal environment for study. Both are fully-equipped with the most up-to-date learning technology, recently refurbished throughout and promise small class sizes and a closely monitored nationality mix. This environment ensures you are able to concentrate completely on your studies and reaching your goals.

Stafford House School of English has a fun and friendly atmosphere. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to London or Canterbury and working with you to achieve an exciting future.

PAT O’DONOGHUE Principal, Stafford House School of English Canterbury

JACKIE MCGUIRE Principal, Stafford House School of English London

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STAFFORD HOUSE SCHOOL OF ENGLISH

Latest technologyAll of our classrooms have interactive whiteboard technology, allowing us to bring the internet, social networking, and HD video into the classroom. This allows us to maintain the most up-to-date and relevant teaching methods and ensure you leave us fully prepared to use English online as well as in real life.

DELTA qualified teachersAll of our permanent teaching staff hold a Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA). This advanced, post-graduate qualification recognises the dedication of our teaching staff to providing the highest possible standards of English teaching.

Personalised learning

You will get regular feedback from your

teacher on your progress and monthly meetings with one of the senior

staff. From this you have the opportunity to

discuss your changing needs and make

any changes to your programme or choice of

options.

Your student experience

Since 1952, Stafford House has been providing students with the highest quality learning experience. Whether you choose to join us in Canterbury or London, or both, you can rest assured that we will focus all of our efforts on you: ensuring the highest possible standards of teaching and developing your full potential.

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YOUR STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Small class sizesOur schools are personal, professional and friendly English language centres. Our classes are small, with an average of 10 (maximum 14) students, so you can be sure there is always a good mixture of nationalities, and that English is spoken, rather than your native language.

Safe, supportive environmentYour health, security and happiness are of paramount importance to us. We pride ourselves on the friendly and supportive environment of our schools. All of our accommodation and Homestay families are carefully vetted and checked to ensure the highest levels of care, comfort and security.

Activities and social lifeA dedicated team of activity organisers will help you get the most our of your spare time in the UK. Activities can be tailored to personal interests.• Optional Saturday excursions to places of

interest, such as Cambridge, Brighton, Windsor and London.

• Opportunities to visit museums, the Law Courts and Houses of Parliament.

• Regular outings to the cinema, bowling and concerts.

• Sports, including football, swimming, badminton, basketball and tennis.

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London: The global city

London is a city that needs little introduction. Each year students come here from over 200 countries to study and enjoy the culture, history and spirit of the world’s most exciting city.

Completely refurbished in 2011, our School is in Bloomsbury – the heart of London:• 15 Minutes from Oxford Street and Covent Garden.• 15 Minutes from the restaurants, theatres and nightlife of Soho, Chinatown and the West End.• 10 Minutes walk from the British Museum and British Library• Surrounded by world-leading universities, such as UCL, LSE, RADA and Central St Martins.

Our location allows our students to benefit from studying in the very centre of one of the world’s greatest cities.

Get in touch if you would like to know any more about us. I look forward to welcoming you to London very soon.

JACKIE MCGUIREPrincipal, Stafford House School of English London

CultureAs one of the world’s leading cultural centres, London is home to a wealth of art galleries, museums, parks,

libraries, restaurants, shops, and bars. London has something for everyone and enough attractions to ensure

you will never have time to be bored.

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LONDON: THE GLOBAL CITY

Meet the worldLondon is the UK’s most multicultural city with a diverse range of people, cultures and religions. Wherever you have come from, you won’t have to travel far to find a café, restaurant or book shop that will make you feel at home.

AttractionsThere are too many attractions to name them all, but here’s our top 10:

• British Museum• National Gallery• Tate Modern• Natural History Museum• London Eye

• Science Museum• Tower of London• Madame Tussauds• Victoria and Albert Museum• Buckingham Palace.

City of business, culture and education100 of Europe’s 500 largest companies are based within the city of London. Where better to learn English than the world’s commercial centre? Our location on Bloomsbury Square places us in the centre of the city’s academic hub, allowing our students to benefit from the culture of education, art, fashion and finance that surrounds us.

A modern English experience• Brand new school for August 2011.• 15 classrooms equipped with the latest interactive teaching equipment.• Student canteen serving snacks and meals.• Library and Computer facilities.• Student lounge.• High-speed Wi-Fi throughout.

Visit our website: To find out more, visit: www.staffordhouse.com/London

Stafford House School of English, London

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Canterbury: The traditional English experience

Canterbury is a fantastic place to be a student. The combination of a 2000 year history with the attractions and facilities of a modern University City means Canterbury has something to offer everyone.

• Voted the UK’s number 1 safest student city. • Surrounded by beautiful countryside.• Less than one hour from London. • Only 20 minutes from the beach.

Whether you are looking for cobbled streets, stunning architecture and a wealth of museums, or clubs, bars, restaurants and shops, Canterbury won’t leave you disappointed. Our students benefit from the very best the UK has to offer.

If you would like to find out more about us and our city, just give us a call or send us an email.

PAT O’DONOGHUE Principal, Stafford House School of English Canterbury

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CANTERBURY: THE TRADITIONAL ENGLISH EXPERIENCE

An exceptional learning environmentOur School in Canterbury has everything you need for a modern learning experience.• Fully refurbished in 2011.• 12 classrooms equipped with the latest interactive teaching equipment.• Student café.• Library and IT suite.• High-speed Wi-Fi throughout.• Free bus service to and from your accommodation.

Historic locationCanterbury has a historic city centre - the world-famous cathedral is part of a World Heritage Site. As well as the cathedral, St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s church, Canterbury also boasts two castles, six museums and attractions that let you step back in time to the Middle Ages.

City highlights• Historic cathedral city.• Medieval architecture.• Less than an hour from London.• Countryside and the sea close by.• Wide choice of shops, cafés and restaurants.• Music, cinemas and theatre.• Good libraries and bookshops.• High speed rail links to London and European cities.

Traditional and modernCanterbury is a traditional, safe city, and one that inspires learning. The medieval city centre sits side by side with all the shops, bars and restaurants you could need, plus three respected Universities making this an ideal student city.

Visit our website: To find out more, visit: www.staffordhouse.com/Canterbury

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Your welfare

For almost 60 years, Stafford House School of English has been committed to providing the highest levels of student care. With this experience behind us, we have developed a welfare programme to ensure that from the moment you arrive, your happiness and safety is everyone’s number one priority.

Your first dayIt is our job to make your stay with us as smooth and as comfortable as possible. On your first day you will meet all the key people in the school, meet your classmates and have an induction that will make sure you are ready to make the most of your studies.

Your induction programme will cover:• a tour of the school• help with any remaining Visa issues you might have• accommodation administration• how to open a bank account• how to register with a Doctor• how to register with the Police• making the most of your course• your health and safety• joining local cultural or religious organisations• school social programme.

There for youWhen required, we will be happy to guide you through everything you need to know and do from the time you first enquire until you move on to the next stage in your life:• help with visa applications and renewals• airport transfers arranged• accommodation assistance• 24-hour emergency assistance• monthly meetings with a senior member of staff to

discuss your progress and achievement• close teacher contact.

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Residential accommodationIf you would like more space to yourself and experience more independence, residential accommodation might be right for you. Our residences are modern, clean, conveniently located and fully-furnished. These are often self-catered and shared with other international students.

Student housesLive with other International students in your own Student House.• Conveniently located student houses.• Fully equipped and furnished.• Good social environment.• Higher levels of independence.

Homestay We have carefully selected friendly and welcoming homestay families who can offer you the experience of living as part of an English family.

• Practise English outside the classroom.• Integrate with English family life.• Half-board (London), half-board weekdays and

full-board at weekends (Canterbury).• Weekly laundry service.• Fully furnished study bedroom.

Private optionsCanterbury and London both offer a wealth of private accommodation available for rent, to suit all requirements and budgets. Our staff will be happy to assist in any way.

Your accommodation

Where you live is key to ensuring your happiness and success. At Stafford House School of English there are a range of options available to you, so you are certain to find somewhere you like.

YOUR WELFARE

Visit our website: Go to staffordhouse.com/accommodation to find out more.

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Learning at Stafford House

As Director of Studies, it’s my job to ensure all of our programmes are of the highest possible quality, our class sizes are small and that our students leave Stafford House School of English having gained the maximum from their time with us.

Individual approach to learningOur class sizes are small – averaging 10 in a class with a maximum of 14 – so you will have a closer relationship with your teacher than in other schools and experience a faster pace of improvement in your English language development.

Also, every month you will have a one-to-one tutorial with a senior member of staff to make sure you are on track to achieve your goals and fulfil your potential. It’s a good

opportunity to review your course choices and learning methods, and to really make sure you are making the most of your time with us.

DELTA qualified teachersAll of our permanent teaching staff hold a Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA) – which is the most advanced and rigorous English teaching qualification available and really demonstrates the commitments our teachers have to language learning.

Flexible programmesOur timetabling system offers a great deal of flexibility and choice. Many of our courses are able to offer start dates every Monday for 50 weeks of the year, and our range of ‘options’ means that when you arrive, you can follow a programme that works for you.

Latest teaching technologyWe have invested heavily in the latest teaching technology, meaning all of our classrooms are equipped with state of the art interactive whiteboards and high speed Wi-Fi. We may have been around for 60 years, but we are as committed as ever to ensuring our classes are relevant, interesting and cutting-edge. I look forward to meeting you soon.

VICKY MCWILLIAMDirector of Studies, Stafford House School of English Canterbury

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LEARNING AT STAFFORD HOUSE

OPTION CLASS 1

BusinessCAE or FCE Speaking & ListeningEnglish at WorkIELTS exam PracticeListening and PronunciationPET PreparationSkills for IELTS or PETStudy Skills

OPTION CLASS 2

Books, Films and TVColloquial EnglishEnglish Around the WorldLiving and Studying in BritainMedia StudiesPhrasal Verbs and IdiomsWeb DesignWorking in English

Sample option classes (note not all options are available at one time)

0900-1030

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General English

General English

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class*Social

activities

*One-to-one classes are available at an extra cost.

Self-study facilitiesAll of our students benefit from premium private study facilities, allowing them to continue their learning outside of the classroom and accelerate their English language experience:• Language libraries – stocking fiction, non-fiction, text books, DVDs and CDs.• Supervised study time – teachers are available outside class hours to assist with students’ private study.• IT facilities – both schools have high speed Wi-Fi and modern computer facilities available for student use.

Sample timetableThis is the average school day for a student on the Intensive English programme:


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Your English level, your options and how we can helpOn your first day with us you will take a language assessment. It assesses your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary, and how well you are able to understand and speak English. This helps us to understand the class in which you will be happiest and most successful.

LEVEL CURRENT ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEVEL

COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK OF REFERENCE (CEFR)

CAMBRIDGE EXAM

TOEFL (PAPER)

TOEFL (INTERNET) IELTS

PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH ACADEMIC

COURSE AT STAFFORD HOUSE SCHOOL OF ENGLISH

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You can use a range of language close to that of your own language. You have no problem understanding or communicating. You now wish to extend your vocabulary and explore the nuances of idiomatic English.

C2 CPE 623-677 106-120 7.5+ 73+

ESOL preparation Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-one English

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You can express yourself clearly and effectively. You have a sound grasp of major tenses and grammatical structures. You read widely and can follow the majority of what is heard on TV, radio and film.

C1 CAE 567-620 86-105 6.5-7.0 58-72

ESOL Preparation CAE IELTS Preparation Certificate of Business English Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English Junior Winter and Summer programmes

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You can communicate effectively in most situations, discussing and expressing opinions on a wide range of topics. You will continue to broaden your vocabulary to become more fluent and accurate.

B2 FCE 483-563 56-85 5.0-6.0 35-57

ESOL Preparation FCE IELTS Preparation Certificate of Business English Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English Junior Winter and Summer programmes

4 INTERMEDIATE

You are a confident speaker and understand much of what you read and hear. You have a reasonable vocabulary and can survive well in most situations. You now need to become more fluent and accurate, use more complex structures and sophisticated vocabulary.

B1 PET 423-480 38-55 3.5-4.5 <34

IELTS Preparation Certificate of Business English Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English Cambridge ESOL Preparation and Junior Winter and Summer programmes

3 PRE INTERMEDIATE

You can communicate well in everyday social and travel situations and understand some of what is said. You are familiar with basic grammar but need to develop this further. You need to build your vocabulary and listening skills.

A2 KET <420 <38 3.0 N/A

Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English IELTS Preparation and Junior Winter and Summer programmes

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You have a small, basic vocabulary and can communicate on a simple level. You can survive in everyday situations such as shopping, greeting and travelling. You make a lot of mistakes but people can understand you.

A1 N/A N/A N/A 2.0-2.5 N/A

Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English Junior Winter and Summer programmes

1 BEGINNER

You only know a few words of English. N/A N/A N/A N/A 0-1.5 N/AOne-to-One English Certificate of English – Intensive

YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL

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LEVEL CURRENT ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEVEL

COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK OF REFERENCE (CEFR)

CAMBRIDGE EXAM

TOEFL (PAPER)

TOEFL (INTERNET) IELTS

PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH ACADEMIC

COURSE AT STAFFORD HOUSE SCHOOL OF ENGLISH

7PROFICIENCY

You can use a range of language close to that of your own language. You have no problem understanding or communicating. You now wish to extend your vocabulary and explore the nuances of idiomatic English.

C2 CPE 623-677 106-120 7.5+ 73+

ESOL preparation Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-one English

6 ADVANCED

You can express yourself clearly and effectively. You have a sound grasp of major tenses and grammatical structures. You read widely and can follow the majority of what is heard on TV, radio and film.

C1 CAE 567-620 86-105 6.5-7.0 58-72

ESOL Preparation CAE IELTS Preparation Certificate of Business English Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English Junior Winter and Summer programmes

5 UPPER INTERMEDIATE

You can communicate effectively in most situations, discussing and expressing opinions on a wide range of topics. You will continue to broaden your vocabulary to become more fluent and accurate.

B2 FCE 483-563 56-85 5.0-6.0 35-57

ESOL Preparation FCE IELTS Preparation Certificate of Business English Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English Junior Winter and Summer programmes

4 INTERMEDIATE

You are a confident speaker and understand much of what you read and hear. You have a reasonable vocabulary and can survive well in most situations. You now need to become more fluent and accurate, use more complex structures and sophisticated vocabulary.

B1 PET 423-480 38-55 3.5-4.5 <34

IELTS Preparation Certificate of Business English Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English Cambridge ESOL Preparation and Junior Winter and Summer programmes

3 PRE INTERMEDIATE

You can communicate well in everyday social and travel situations and understand some of what is said. You are familiar with basic grammar but need to develop this further. You need to build your vocabulary and listening skills.

A2 KET <420 <38 3.0 N/A

Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English IELTS Preparation and Junior Winter and Summer programmes

2 ELEMENTARY

You have a small, basic vocabulary and can communicate on a simple level. You can survive in everyday situations such as shopping, greeting and travelling. You make a lot of mistakes but people can understand you.

A1 N/A N/A N/A 2.0-2.5 N/A

Certificate of English – Standard Certificate of English – Intensive One-to-One English Junior Winter and Summer programmes

1 BEGINNER

You only know a few words of English. N/A N/A N/A N/A 0-1.5 N/AOne-to-One English Certificate of English – Intensive


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“I love the friendly atmosphere at Stafford House – I felt comfortable here straight away and have made friends and met people from all over the world.”Nico Souweine, Spain

OUR COURSES

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Certificate of English

Standard

Ideal course forStudents who want to combine part-time English studieswith other commitments, interests or tourism.

Key features• Develops listening, speaking, reading and writing skills• Improves grammar and extends vocabulary.• Morning lessons only, allowing plenty of free time.• Certificate of achievement awarded on completion of

course.• Course material, internet access and activity programme

included in course fees.

Quick facts

START DATES Any Monday

LEVELLevels 2–7Elementary to Proficiency

LESSONS PER WEEK 20

CLASS SIZE Average 10 (max 14)

COURSE LENGTH 1–36+ weeks

AGE 16+

UPGRADE THIS COURSE with 5 or 10 lessons of one-to-one tuition to improve your English even faster.

Certificate of English

Intensive

Ideal course forStudents aiming to reach English proficiency through afully immersive, proven and focused intensive course.

Key features• Full-time course – immersive, active and proven.• Develops listening, speaking, reading and writing skills• Improves grammar and extends vocabulary.• Choice of specialist electives tailored to personal needs –

including British culture, current affairs, art & design, the media, music, literature, business, study skills and extra help with essential English skills.

• Certificate of achievement awarded on completion of course.

• Preparation for IELTS and Cambridge ESOL exams available on request.

• Specialised afternoon electives, course material, internet access and activity programme included in course fees.

Quick facts


LEVELLevels 1–7Beginner* to Proficiency

LESSONS PER WEEK 30


COURSE LENGTH 1–36+ weeks

AGE 16+

* Specific start dates for Beginner level.

UPGRADE THIS COURSE with five lessons of one-to-one tuition to improve your English even faster. For course fees, dates, how to register and terms & conditions, please refer to the insert at the back of this brochure.


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Specialist courses

Certificate of Business English

Ideal course forStudents who want to improve their business English and its use in the workplace.

Key features• Full-time, intensive course with specialist options

introducing business vocabulary for applied use in the workplace.

• Develops the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills required in the commercial world.

• Improves grammar and extends business vocabulary• Certificate of achievement awarded on completion of

course.• Internships available subject to visa regulations.• Opportunity to sit the online Cambridge ESOL BULATS exam• Course material, internet access and activity programme


Quick facts

START DATESVarious throughout the year - please see our price list

LEVELLevels 4–7Intermediate to Proficiency

LESSONS PER WEEK 30


COURSE LENGTH 2–6 weeks

AGE 18+

For course fees, dates, how to register and terms & conditions, please refer to the insert at the back of this prospectus.

Specialist courses

One-to-One English

Ideal course forStudents who want to take the premium route to English success through personalised one-to-one tuition.

Key features• Can be added to ANY course.• Develops listening, speaking, reading and writing skills

with exclusive access to own dedicated tutor.• Improves grammar and extends vocabulary, tailored to your

needs.• Wide choice of specialist electives, greater flexibility to

pursue preferred interests and focus.• Certificate of achievement awarded on completion of

course.• Preparation for IELTS and Cambridge ESOL exams

available on demand.

Quick facts


LEVELLevels 1–7Beginner to Proficiency

LESSONS PER WEEKFull-time one-to-one5, 10 or 20 lessons

MINIMUM BOOKING 5 lessons

AGE 16+

OUR COURSES

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Exam preparation courses

IELTS Preparation

Ideal course forStudents wishing to progress to university and for thosewho need tailored, intensive preparation to reach acertain IELTS score by a specific deadline.

Key features• Full-time, super-intensive, tailored programme leading to

IELTS success.• Develops all the skills and confidence needed.• Course material, internet access and activity programme


TOEFL and TOEIC preparation also available on request.

We can also arrange exams at a local testing centre.

Quick facts


LEVELLevels 3–7Pre-Intermediate to Proficiency

LESSONS PER WEEK 30


COURSE LENGTH 5–51 weeks

AGE 16+

Exam dates available every month.

Exam preparation courses

Cambridge ESOL Preparation

Ideal course forStudents looking for a worldwide recognised assessment

of their English.

Key features• Full-time, super-intensive, tailored programme leading to

success in the Cambridge ESOL exams.• Develops all the skills and confidence needed to ensure

success.• Course material, internet access and activity programme


Preparation for PET and BEC also available on request.

TOEFL and TOEIC preparation also available on request.

Quick facts

START DATESVarious throughout the year - please see our price list

LEVELLevels 4 –7Inter mediate to Proficiency

LESSONS PER WEEK 30


COURSE LENGTH 10 or 12 weeks

AGE 16+

For course fees, dates, how to register and terms & conditions, please refer to the insert at the back of this prospectus.


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Group Services

For Adults

The school is open for 50 weeks of the year.

Tailor-made coursesStafford House is a specialist in providing bespoke group services. We offer a complete package that can be adapted to your needs.

Ideal for Groups of students who wish to improve their language skills in a particular field of interest. In the past, we have run courses for a wide range of students, including teachers, tourism industry professionals, soldiers, agriculture students and groups of students seeking a course of cultural interest.

High school groups and groups of students preparing for exams can also request a programme focused on preparation or revision of particular areas of interest.The content of the classes and visits can be discussed in advance to make a programme that is just right for you.

International classesFor adult groups of students who wish to follow the courses detailed earlier in this brochure, we can organise to integrate a group of students for some of, or their entire, programme.

Contact us for more information about your group: [email protected]

GROUPS AND JUNIORS

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Summer Programmes for Juniors

Other Programmes available:

GENERAL:

• Intensive English.• Academic English.

SPECIALIST PROGRAMMES:

• Art & Design• Drama• Arsenal Soccer School

SPECIALIST SPORTS ADD-ONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN CERTAIN CENTRES

• Football• Golf• Rugby• Horse Riding

Junior Winter CourseYEAR ROUND

Bespoke courses for Junior Groups can be arranged in Canterbury throughout the year. Please enquire for more information.

Junior Summer Activities courseJUNE – AUGUST

This summer programme is one of a number of courses we run throughout the UK and USA. It offers a lively combination of English language and activities.

Quick facts:

AVAILABLE IN Centres across the UK and in Boston USA

START DATES Weekly

LEVEL Beginner to Proficiency

LESSONS PER WEEK 20 (15 hours)

MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE 16 students

COURSE LENGTH 1-4 weeks

AGE10-17 years (depending on centre)

For more information, including fees, dates and how to register, please contact Stafford House Study Holidays on [email protected].

Our partner organisation, Stafford House Study Holidays, offers high quality summer programmes allowing younger students (ages 10-17) to study English with other international students. These popular courses combine learning with a variety of sports and cultural activities. For more information on our centres, as well as further information on the courses available, please visit www.studyholidays.com.


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Progression to Further Study

• Three city centre locations: Cambridge, Canterbury or London• The widest range of pathways to University: A level, Cambridge Pre-U, University Foundation Programme,

International Baccalaureate.• A long history of outstanding destinations: CATS College

students have achieved places at every Times Top 30 University.

• Outstanding student results: In 2010, 36% of A level grades achieved were at A or A* - 32% above the national average.

• Highly effective learning: Our students enhance their study skills through a fully-integrated programme of language support, memory enhancement, mind mapping, speed reading and creative thinking.

• The highest levels of Academic and pastoral support: All of our colleges offer a complete network of pastoral and support staff, committed to ensuring the safety and success of each of our students.

www.catscollege.com

• Ideal for creative students who are looking to develop themselves, build a portfolio or who have yet to decide what to focus on at degree level.• Established partnerships with University

of the Arts London, Kingston University and Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

• Teaching staff are working artists, designers and performers.• Guaranteed interviews with University of the Arts London

and Kingston University onsite at CSVPA.• 5 days a week teaching with your own individual workspace.• 100% of our Foundation students progress to a degree

programme.• Destinations include University of the Arts London,

Kingston University, Istituto Marangoni , RADA and Bristol Old Vic.

www.csvpa.com

Sixth Form and Creative OptionsAs part of Cambridge Education Group, Stafford House School of English has a close relationship with CATS College, one of the UK’s leading 6th form colleges and Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts. These are ideal for ambitious and motivated students who wish to achieve internationally recognised qualifications to take them to leading universities.

On-campus options

FoundationCampus offers high quality university preparation programmes on the campuses of the UK’s leading modern universities. With centres at Coventry University, London South Bank University, University of Sunderland and UCLan, the programmes provide guaranteed progression on successful completion to a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at these outstanding universities.

London FoundationCampus is a unique partnership with a number of the leading University of London Colleges including Queen Mary, Goldsmiths, Birkbeck, Royal Holloway, Institute of Education, Royal Veterinary College. Based at Birkbeck, this centre offers ambitious students progression to a truly prestigious degree at these London universities, or other top UK universities, whilst studying in the heart of the University of London environment in central London.

www.foundationcampus.com

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CAMBRIDGE EDUCATION GROUP

Cambridge Education Group

The UK’s leading university pathwaysExcellence in English

Cambridge Education Group is the UK specialist. Across our Schools and Colleges, our students have access to the broadest range of UK education programmes ranging from study holidays to traditional academic qualifications such as A Levels and the prestigious Cambridge Pre-U to foundation programmes both academic and in the Arts.

CATS CollegeA levels, Cambridge Pre-U, University Foundation, International Baccalaureate and Pre-Master’s in three of the UK’s best locations - Cambridge, Canterbury and London.

Cambridge School of Visual & Performing ArtsYour first step to a career in the creative arts. Foundation, Degree and Pre-Master’s in the centre of Cambridge.

FoundationCampusA full range of on-campus Undergraduate and Master’s Foundation pathways, with guaranteed degree progression.

London FoundationCampusFulfil your ambition for a truly prestigious degree at one of our University of London College partners.

Stafford House School of EnglishExcellence in English – year round courses for adults.

Stafford House Study HolidaysJunior vacation courses in centres across the UK and in Boston, USA.

London

CanterburyWimborne

Cheltenham

SwanseaReading

Wokingham

Felsted

Cambridge

Oakham

York

Edinburgh

Dundee

Malvern

Sheffield

Coventry

Preston

Sunderland

Boston

New York

OUR LOCATIONS

Year-round centres Summer centres University Partners

FoundationCampus

www.ceg-uk.com

Get in touch, we’d love to hear from you.

FOR ENQUIRIES:Kett House, Station RoadCambridge, CB1 2JHTelephone: +44 (0)1223 447707Fax: +44 (0)1223 346181Web: www.staffordhouse.comEmail: [email protected]

OUR LOCATIONS:

LONDON: Stafford House School of English 2 Southampton Place, London, WC1A 2DA.

CANTERBURY: Stafford House School of English 19 New Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 3AH.

Overseas offices:

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