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Chaucer College (ONLY FOR GROUPS)

University Road, Canterbury, Kent CT2 7LJ, UK
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Chaucer College (ONLY FOR GROUPS) offers the following course types:

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336 €

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666 €

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394 €

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394 €
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School description

Founded in 1992, Chaucer College is a British Council accredited language school with over 26 years’ experience in teaching English as a foreign language. Our purpose built study centre is located in the world renowned city of Canterbury, Kent – ‘The Garden of England’.

We offer a range of courses for both groups and individuals throughout the year, from General English (both part-time and intensive) through to exam preparation and subject specific programmes. Our popular Junior Summer Camp offers a comprehensive course alongside a packed schedule of activities.

-We are a British Council accredited English language school
-Located in the world renowned City of Canterbury, in Kent – ‘The Garden of England’
-Just over 1 hour from London & easily accessible from all major London airports
-Perfectly positioned in the South East for popular sightseeing locations
-On-campus residential & nearby host family accommodation
-Secure study centre with 24-hour monitored security cameras & on-duty porter
-We have a wide variety of courses available for students of all ages & levels, groups & individuals
-Fully adaptable courses to meet student needs. We work with you to provide exactly what you need
-Flexible & caring approach with post-course support. We go above & beyond to ensure every student experience is exceptional

Year opened
1992
Number of classrooms
20

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • IELTS Test Center
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

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

University partners

has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in UK. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

University of Canterbury

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Chaucer College (ONLY FOR GROUPS) varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 14. In the summer, the average age is 14.

School holidays

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.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

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housing

Housing

Chaucer College (ONLY FOR GROUPS) offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

271 €
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
271 €
Perfect for students who want to study English and experience life living with a local family for a fully immersive, cultural experience. The majority of our host families will host two or three students. However, some families are available to host single placements.

We are lucky enough to work with a large number of long-standing, reputable families who are more than happy to share their homes and welcome students throughout the year. All families are full enhanced police checked and are visited annually by our dedicated accommodation team.

ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY:
Located within the City centre & surrounding towns/villages
Minibus pick-up & drop-off service provided to group bookings
Breakfast & dinner provided by host family
Hot lunch provided in college
All bed linen & towels provided (changed weekly)
Laundry service offered twice per week
Wi-Fi provided by host family
student-residence

Student residence (on-campus) - 2-person shared room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

271 €
weekly
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, carpet, heating, 24/7 supervision, garden, and sports facilities
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
271 €
Our residential accommodation on campus offers students the opportunity to live on-site whilst studying at Chaucer College. Male and female residents are accommodated separately and have full use of the College’s leisure areas and sports facilities.

We provide our own house parents in all accommodation blocks who are on hand to help with any problems or questions you may have during your stay.

ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY:
Full board accommodation service
340 beds in single & twin rooms (with bunk beds)
Balcony rooms offering panoramic views of the city centre
Shared toilet/shower & kitchen facilities
All bed linen & towels provided (changed weekly)
Laundry room (subject to additional charge)
Wi-Fi available throughout accommodation
visa

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 . 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.

Learn more about how to get a UK visa »

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 Canterbury 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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University Road
Canterbury
Kent CT2 7LJ
UK
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