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Ardmore - Homestay - Multi Activity

University of Reading & St Joseph's College

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Course description

The price includes:

Full Board Accommodation in single room with private bathroom or shared bathroom facilities
15 hours of English per week (Placement & exit tests; Book to use and retain; Ardmore Diploma with Final Report)
Programme also includes one half day and one full day excursion per week.
Full programme of fully supervised activity and evening entertainment.

We run English Language Homestay courses from our own school in Eastbourne using carefully selected host families from 30th June - 31st August.
We also run English Language courses from Whitgift School, Croydon (7th July - 25th August) using carefully selected host families
We are also able to offer host family-based courses in Nottingham, Cardiff, Lincoln, Stafford, Littlehampton, Maidenhead, Reading and Brighton.

UM Service/Airport Assistance at GBP 40 per student per way. Available on request.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-6 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 90 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 05:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Reading.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 12 - 17 years old
Average 13 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Our courses will be run at the University of Reading and St Joseph’s College which is located just 5 minutes walk from the main university campus. St Joseph’s College, founded in 1910 and set within secure grounds, offers excellent modern classrooms, a good range of sporting facilities including an all-weather sports pitch, an outside basketball court as well as an indoor heated swimming pool. The accommodation comprises single en-suite bedrooms of a very high standard on the main university campus.

This centre is a 10-minute drive away from the bustling Reading town centre. The students will be accommodated and catered for at the University of Reading with lessons and our evening entertainment programme taking place at St Joseph’s College. Some sports activities will take place at both the University of Reading and St Joseph’s College. We are sure that this new centre will be a popular choice for students of all nationalities.

Year opened
1910

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
Over 50%
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
Over 50%

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at University of Reading & St Joseph's College varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 13. In the summer, the average age is 13.

School holidays

REA does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

School holidays
None

School location

Our courses will be run at the University of Reading and St Joseph’s College which is located just 5 minutes walk from the main university campus. St Joseph’s College, founded in 1910 and set within secure grounds, offers excellent modern classrooms, a good range of sporting facilities including an all-weather sports pitch, an outside basketball court as well as an indoor heated swimming pool. The accommodation comprises single en-suite bedrooms of a very high standard on the main university campus.

This centre is a 10-minute drive away from bustling Reading town centre. The students will be accommodated and catered for at the University of Reading with lessons and our evening entertainment programme taking place at St Joseph’s College. Some sports activities will take place at both the University of Reading and St Joseph’s College. We are sure that this new centre will be a popular choice for students of all nationalities.

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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from REA. Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 50 when you register.

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Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Reading based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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