LEARN ENGLISH, LIVE ENGLISH IN LONDON

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LEARN ENGLISH, LIVE ENGLISH IN LONDON
2011
■ General English Courses
■ University Preparation Courses
■ English for Business and Professional People
■ One-to-One Courses
■ Family Programme
■ London Teenager Programme
■ Professional Business Training Courses
www.sprachenmarkt.de, Tel: +49-711-45 10 17 370, [email protected]
Welcome to Frances King
Learn English, Live English in London
Dear Language Student,
Frances King’s commitment to excellence has
made us one of London’s leading English language
schools, welcoming over 4000 students each year.
The school was founded in 1973 and we now have
over 35 years’ experience of teaching English. We
promise you a professional language programme and an enjoyable
cultural experience in our world city. All our staff – course and
accommodation advisors, social organisers and above all teachers
– are here to help you make maximum progress with your English
and enjoy your stay. We all look forward to welcoming you soon.
Garth Younghusband, Principal
Choose Frances King for:
The London
Experience
■ Excellent locations in central London’s finest areas –
Kensington, Belgravia, Marylebone and Hyde Park Corner
London is one of the world’s most
exciting and fascinating cities
offering enormous variety – a
cultural capital city, with something
for everyone.
■ London is a thriving commercial
capital, the centre of world finance
and business. It is home to a vast
number of British and international
institutions
■ There are many world famous tourist
attractions like the Tower of London,
the Houses of Parliament and St
Paul’s Cathedral, and modern cultural
monuments such as the London Eye,
the Shakespearian Globe Theatre
and Tate Modern gallery
■ Visitors come from all over the world
to see British and international
theatre, ballet, musicals and opera
in the famous West End and Covent
Garden
■ Large school with a choice of courses for different language
learning needs – general, business, academic and leisure
■ Online support for your learning before, during and after
your course
■ Excellent facilities – self-access study centres with Internet
and wireless laptop connection in all our buildings
■ Lively multinational atmosphere with students from over
50 countries
■ Centrally located homestays mainly in travel zones 1 and 2
■ Also residential, studio, flatshare and hotel accommodation
■ Exciting social programme helps you make friends, practise
your English and enjoy London
■ Frances King staff – a warm welcome and help when
you need it
■ There is a lively youth culture with
fashion, music and entertainment
■ London is a very green city, with the
large royal parks, and many quiet
and relaxing squares and gardens
Whatever your interests, you are
sure to enjoy what London has
to offer.
Frances King School of
English is accredited by
The British Council for
the teaching of English
as a Foreign Language.
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Frances King is a
member of Quality
English, the organisation
of leading independent
English language
schools.
We are members
of English UK, the
organisation of
accredited teaching
establishments.
Frances King is also a
member of IALC, the
International Association
of Language Centres.
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Frances King in the heart of London
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Learning English with Frances King
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General English Courses
A choice of courses for different needs:
■ General English Courses
For the general learner – a range of courses for effective
communication in everyday English for adults of all ages,
including options for Conversation, Social and Business English
■ University Preparation Courses
Prepare for entry to a British College or University – Academic
English, Pre-Masters, IELTS and TOEFL
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University Preparation Courses
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Internship, TOEFL and TOEIC
Preparation
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English for Business and
Professional People
14-15
One-to-One Courses
16-17
Holiday Courses
18-19
London Teenager Programme
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Professional Business Training
Courses
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Frances King Accommodation
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Homestay
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Studios and Flatshares
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Residences, Apartments and Hotels
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Summer Residences and Apartments 26
Living in London
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■ English for Business and Professional People
Intensive tuition in small groups of 5-8 students for professional
people of 21 years and older – “Club 8”
■ One-to-One Courses
Completely personalised language training in our dedicated
One-to-One centre
■ English and Culture
An enriching holiday course for older students
■ Family Programme
London holiday course for parents and their children, aged 8-15
■ London Teenager Programme
Residential programme in Kensington for teenagers aged 13-17
with Sports Fanatic, Fashion and Style and Discover London options
■ Professional Business Training Courses
Train for employment in the UK or at home alongside
British students
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ALL YEAR SCHOOLS
1 & 2 Frances King – Kensington
Our school in Kensington consists of two
buildings – one is opposite Gloucester
Road underground station and the other is
a short walk away in Wetherby Gardens.
We also have annexes nearby. The worldfamous Victoria and Albert, Natural History
and Science Museums are just minutes
away. Beautiful Kensington Gardens and
Kensington Palace are at the end of the
street. The area has many shops, bars
and restaurants and is close to the famous
shopping areas of Knightsbridge and the
King’s Road.
■ 25 classrooms
■ 8 One-to-One classrooms
■ Self-access study centres
■ Computer laboratory with Internet
■ Wireless laptop connection
■ Common areas with refreshment facilities
■ Student services offices
1 Frances King – Kensington
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3 Frances King – Belgravia
Frances King – Belgravia
Our school in Belgravia is near Victoria
underground station, Buckingham Palace
and a short walk away from Hyde Park
and the government district of Westminster,
with Parliament and the
Prime Minister’s residence.
■ 5 classrooms
■ Self-access study centre
■ Wireless laptop connection
Frances King in the heart of London
Frances King has schools in Kensington, central London, and an Examination
Preparation Centre in Belgravia open all year. We also have a school in Hyde
Park Corner, used for our family programme in summer, a summer school for
adults in Marylebone and a residential school for teenagers in Kensington. All our
schools are in travel zone 1 close to underground stations and tourist attractions.
They are within easy reach of each other and are well-equipped with study
centres and refreshment areas where you can relax and practise your English
with other students.
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Zone 6
Zone 5
Zone 4
Zone 3
Zone 2
Marylebone
Zone 1
Kensington
Belgravia
High Street
Kensington
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SUMMER SCHOOLS
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Frances King – Marylebone
Our summer school for adults is 4 minutes’
walk from Bond Street underground station
in the fashionable Marylebone area in the
West End of London. Bond Street and
Oxford Street are only a short walk away.
■ 20 classrooms
■ Self-access study centre
■ Internet suite
■ Student services office
A nearby annexe is used in busy weeks
and at the end of the season.
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4 Frances King – Marylebone
5 Frances King – Hyde Park Corner
6 Frances King – Kensington Square
Frances King – Hyde Park Corner
This school is 4 minutes’ walk from Hyde
Park Corner underground station, close to
Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park and
within walking distance of the shopping
areas of Knightsbridge and Chelsea. Our
family programme takes place here and in
a nearby annexe in summer.
■ 11 classrooms
■ Internet suite
Course location guide
■ Café serving selection of fresh food
The table and map show where our courses take place. If a course is available
in more than one school, we will try to place you in the school you prefer. Some
courses are only available in one school. The schools are all within easy reach
of each other. This is a guide only and may be subject to change.
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A short walk from High Street Kensington
underground station, the self-contained
residential campus is set in a beautiful
garden square, and has a tennis court,
football pitch and lovely garden. Our
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GENERAL ENGLISH COURSES
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Intensive and Semi-Intensive
Semester and Academic Year
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Cambridge Examination
UNIVERSITY PREPARATION COURSES
General and Academic English, Pre-Masters
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IELTS Preparation
TOEFL Preparation
TOEIC Preparation
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ENGLISH FOR BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE
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Club 8 Intensive
Facilities and services in
our schools
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Young Executive and Young Lawyer
We offer a range of services and
facilities in our schools including:
ONE-TO-ONE COURSES
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One-to-One
■ Help with living in London
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS TRAINING COURSES
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Business Training Courses
■ Free fast Internet and email
HOLIDAY COURSES
■ University placement service
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Family Programme – Summer
Family Programme – Winter, Easter
Christmas Course
■ Social programme
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English and Culture
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■ Accommodation service
■ Airport transfer service
■ Insurance arrangement
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STUDENT PROFILE
STUDENT’S AGES
Age of students –
General English Courses
Our General English Courses are
suitable for adults of all ages.
Percentage on Course
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40
30
20
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35-
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30-
25-
18-
16-
Age of Students
Age of students – Courses for
Business and Professional People
Our “Club 8” Courses, minimum age
21, are suitable for working people.
Percentage on Course
35
30
Learning English with Frances King
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We are known as a friendly school and we try to make you feel at home and help
you to enjoy your time in London. We will ensure you learn well before, during and
after your course in London.
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35-
30-
21-
25-
Age of Students
NATIONALITIES
Frances King –
an international school
Frances King students come from
more than 50 different countries. The
nationality mix varies with the season.
At all times you can be assured of lively,
international classes.
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Western Europe
Asia and the Far East
Central and South America
Central and Eastern Europe
Africa and the Middle East
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10%
47%
25%
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Take an online English test
First day
You can check your language level with
our online English test. The test assesses
your grammar, vocabulary, writing and if
you have a computer with a microphone
you can do a speaking test too. Taking
the placement test online means you will
also save time on your arrival in London.
Go to: www.francesking.co.uk and click
on “Free English test”. If you do not have
access to a computer with Internet, you
can just arrive in London, and complete
the test then.
On your first day you will have a test of your
spoken English with a senior teacher, who
will choose a suitable class for you. We
will try to get you to your class as soon as
possible on your first day.
Frances King Online
The first day is usually a Monday. In
summer we may invite you to come to
the school on the Sunday before your first
day to save time on Monday and to avoid
missing lessons.
If you complete the placement test online, you
will become a member of our online learning
community, Frances King Online. You can:
■ Use worksheets to study English at your
level
■ Use the Vocabulary Builder tool, where
you can practise and store vocabulary
items, building up your own personal
study dictionary
■ Join groups and mini-forums where you
can chat to other students and members
of staff
■ Write and also use voice recorders to
practise speaking and pronunciation
■ Membership continues after your course
has finished, allowing you to maintain
contact with the school and other
students and keep on learning
You will receive a student card and
“Welcome Pack”, including the Frances King
Student Guide with information about life in
London and how the school can help you,
the current social programme, stationery
and information about London transport.
Registration in summer
Induction meeting
Early in your first week you will attend an
induction meeting. You will receive more
information and advice about learning
English at Frances King, school services
and facilities and health and safety advice.
Learn English online with a
personal teacher
■ Our unique, highly motivating
method helps you achieve your
learning objectives
■ Our Internet-based courses offer
flexible tuition in general, business,
examination or specialised English.
This means you can study at times
that are convenient to you; for most
elements of the course you will not
need to be online at the same time
as your teacher
■ All courses include live Skype/
telephone calls with your teacher to
help you improve your spoken English
■ Online courses can be combined with
a course at Frances King in London
■ You can arrange to take your Frances
King Online course before studying in
London, in order to ‘brush up’ your
language, or do the course after you
return to your country, to help you
maintain your English
In the classroom
Frances King Study Centres
The emphasis is on spoken communication
in English.
■ Grammar and vocabulary is introduced
and practised in a systematic way
■ Language skill lessons provide practice
in listening, reading and writing as well as
spoken English
■ Pronunciation practice and correction are
also a part of lessons
■ Teachers use a variety of teaching
techniques including whole class
teaching, and group and pair work
■ Some classes are equipped for
multimedia based lessons
■ Your teacher will provide learning materials
in most classes. If you are taking an
examination course you will need to buy
a course book from the school reception.
You can also buy grammar practice books
for extra homework
Before or after your class you can use our
self-access study centres. Learning activities
include:
■ Internet based learning exercises
■ Listening and pronunciation – with audio
tapes and videos
■ Reading – with books, newspapers,
magazines and specialist materials
■ Grammar and vocabulary – with written
and Internet assisted exercises
■ Examination practice – with practice
materials and past papers
■ After you have completed your
Frances King Online course, you will
have membership of Frances King
Online for a year. You will be able to
continue using our self-study facilities
and student groups
Learning outside the classroom
To apply for an online course go to:
www.francesking.co.uk/learnenglishonline
Progress tests and progress meetings
There are monthly progress tests and regular
personal meetings with your teacher to
review your progress. You will discuss how
to achieve your goals. You will also receive
guidance on using our study centres.
■ Your teacher will regularly set homework
■ The school social programme offers a
great opportunity to practise your English
while getting to know other students and
discovering London
■ Guided project work may also be
available
■ In some locations we are able to offer
blended learning – face-to-face tuition
with a Frances king teacher combined
with an online learning programme.
Please ask if we can arrange this in
your city
Frances King Certificate
When you successfully complete your
course, you receive a certificate showing
the length of the course and the language
level achieved.
“I have really enjoyed my time
in London at Frances King.
I have made lots of friends
from all over the world and
my course has helped me
to communicate with more
confidence and fluency.”
Felipe C. Pereira, Brazil
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COURSE FACTS
INTENSIVE GENERAL ENGLISH
COURSES
■ Maximum class size: 15
■ Starting dates: Every Monday 1
1 General and Social English Plus
Lessons per week: 30
Timetable: 9.00-12.00 (General English)
13.10-16.00 (Social English)
Monday to Friday
Course length: 1-48 weeks
Levels: Elementary and above
2 General and Business
English Plus
13.10-15.00 (Business English)
Monday to Friday
Levels: Intermediate and above
3 General and Social English
Monday to Friday
4 General and Business English
Monday to Friday
Professional people of age 21 and
over may find a Club 8 Course more
suitable – see page 14.
GENERAL NOTES
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When Monday is a public holiday, courses
begin on the following Tuesday: January 4;
April 26; May 3, 31; August 30.
“First Steps” Course: Beginners and near
beginners accepted on course 5 only and
on these dates only: January 4; February
7; March 7; April 4; May 3; June 6; July 4;
August 1; September 5; October 3;
November 7.
Timetable: 1 lesson = 50 minutes
30 lessons = 25 hours’ tuition
20 lessons = 16 hours 40 minutes’ tuition
15 lessons = 12.5 hours’ tuition
Minimum age: 16
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Intensive General English Courses
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For effective communication and fluency in everyday English
Intensive multi-national courses for adults of all ages
Flexible start dates and length of course, 25 or 30 lessons weekly
Optional extra classes in Social English – improve your fluency in
everyday social, study or work life
■ Optional extra classes in Business English – develop your English skills
for international business communication
■ Progress meetings with your teacher
General English
Business English
The course develops all your practical
communication skills, with special emphasis
on speaking, pronunciation and listening.
By learning and practising new language
in imaginative and structured lessons,
you achieve greater fluency in everyday
English. This includes grammar, vocabulary,
colloquial English and idioms.
Add Business English to boost your
business studies or career prospects by
developing your skills in English as the
international language of work. Classes
cover the language used in areas such
as marketing, management, financial
services and human resources as well as
current business stories. You will develop
specialist vocabulary and knowledge of
the business world. Lessons focus on
reading business texts, business writing
such as formal letters and reports as well
as spoken English skills for meetings,
negotiations and presentations.
Social English
Add Social English to learn language useful
for everyday social, study or work life.
You will improve your fluency in spoken
English, as well as your vocabulary and
your listening skills. Classes have an
emphasis on communication and include
discussions, role plays, conversations and
the presentation of ideas. Depending on
the level, classes are based on functional,
situational or topical language. There is also
the chance to learn about aspects of British
Life and Culture.
One-to-One Tuition
Add two or more One-to-One lessons
at reduced prices for completely
individualised learning.
COURSE FACTS
SEMI-INTENSIVE GENERAL
ENGLISH COURSES
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Maximum class size: 15
Starting dates: Every Monday 1
Levels: Elementary and above,
beginners accepted on Course 5 only
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5 General English with Extra
Conversation – Morning (20)
12.10-13.00 (Extra Conversation)
Monday to Friday
6 General English with Extra
Conversation – Morning (18)
Monday to Friday
12.10-13.00 (Extra Conversation)
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
7 General English – Morning
Timetable: 9.00-12.00, Monday to Friday
Semi-Intensive General English Courses
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For effective communication and fluency in everyday English
Intensive multi-national courses for adults of all ages
Flexible start dates and length of course, 6, 15, 18 or 20 lessons weekly
Optional Extra Conversation
Value afternoon classes – the same quality at lower prices
Progress meetings with your teacher
General English
Extra Conversation
The course develops all your practical
communication skills, with special
emphasis on speaking, pronunciation and
listening. By learning and practising new
language in imaginative and structured
lessons, you achieve greater fluency in
everyday English. This includes grammar,
vocabulary, colloquial English and idioms.
Add Extra Conversation and develop
your speaking skills in a friendly, informal
atmosphere. You will discuss interesting
topics with time for correction and
feedback.
One-to-One Tuition
8 Value General English with Extra
Conversation – Afternoon (20)
Timetable: 12.10-13.00 (Extra Conversation)
13.00-16.00 (General English)
Monday to Friday
9 Value General English with Extra
Conversation – Afternoon (18)
Monday to Friday
10 Value General English – Afternoon
Timetable: 13.00-16.00, Monday to Friday
11 Value General English – Late
Afternoon (18)
Monday to Friday
12 Value General English – Late
Afternoon
Monday to Friday
13 Part-time English – Evening
“You will find lovely teachers
trained to help improve your
English and they, and my
classmates, made my time at
Frances King unforgettable.”
Lessons per week: 6
Timetable: 18.30-20.30
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
There are no evening classes from July 4
to September 2.
Evening Courses: General and Business
English and Examination Preparation
– please ask for details.
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see general notes on page 8.
Lucia Rosetti, Italy
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COURSE FACTS
SEMESTER AND ACADEMIC
YEAR COURSES
■ Programme length:
28 weeks (24 weeks’ tuition and
4 weeks’ holiday)
6 weeks’ holiday)
6 weeks’ holiday)
8 weeks’ holiday)
■ There will be 2 extra weeks holiday
for those present from December
19, 2011 – December 30, 2011
■ Levels: Elementary and above
■ Starting dates: Every Monday 1
14 Intensive Semester/
Academic Year
Timetable: 9.00-12.00 and 13.10-15.00
Monday to Friday
15 Semester/Academic Year
Monday to Friday
Semester and Academic Year Courses
16 Value Semester/Academic Year
Monday to Friday
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GENERAL NOTES
Academic English for Courses 15 and 16 is an
8 week module. Students preparing for university
are advised to take Course 14 as Academic
English can be a large part of the programme.
■ Suitable for students between school and university or work and those
intending to study at a British University
■ Fluency achieved through a long period of study and immersion in
English language and culture
■ Personal study programme drawn up at the start of your course
■ Opportunity to take Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL or TOEIC® Examinations
Course 14 Modules
Course 16 Modules
■ General English: development of
language and communication skills
■ Academic English: acquire the language
skills for academic study
■ Extra Conversation: focus on oral fluency
and self-expression
■ Social English: learn the language useful
for everyday social, study or work life
Minimum age: 16
■ Business English: English as an
international language at work
■ IELTS or TOEFL: preparation for
academic English examinations
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May 3, 31; August 30
IELTS Preparation option, 8 weeks, 14.0018.00; TOEFL Preparation option,
4 weeks, 9.00-13.00
■ TOEIC Preparation
Course 15 Modules
■ Extra Conversation: focus on oral fluency
and self-expression
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One-to-One Tuition
Add two or more One-to-One lessons at
reduced prices for completely individualised
learning.
Example study programme,
Course 14
(36 weeks)
General and Social English
Holiday
12 weeks
3 weeks
■ Cambridge Examinations: First
Certificate, Advanced or Proficiency
General and Academic English
Holiday
3 weeks
IELTS Preparation and
Academic English
8 weeks
10 weeks
COURSE FACTS
CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATION
COURSES
17 Intensive FCE Preparation
Monday to Friday
Course length and starting dates:
4 weeks – May 23; July 4; August 1;
September 5
10 weeks – January 4 1
12 weeks – March 28; September 19
Levels: Upper Intermediate
18 Intensive CAE Preparation
Monday to Friday
4 weeks – April 18; July 4; August 1, 30
Levels: Advanced 1
19 Intensive CPE Preparation
Cambridge Examination Courses
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Thorough preparation for success in these well known examinations
Advice and testing to choose the right examination
Progress meetings with your teacher
Guided use of study centre
Examination Forum to help you prepare for the examination
Frances King is one of the leading schools
in Britain for preparing students for the
internationally recognised Cambridge
Examinations. More than 300 students
achieve success with us every year.
Our Cambridge Courses prepare you
completely for all elements of the
examinations: Reading, Writing, Use of
English, Listening and Speaking. They
include intensive practice in examination
techniques and practice examinations with
feedback from your teacher.
Monday to Friday
Levels: Advanced 2
20 Value FCE Preparation with Extra
Conversation
Cambridge Examinations
13.00-16.00 (Examination Preparation)
Monday to Friday
Levels: Upper Intermediate
■ First Certificate in English (FCE)
■ Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
■ Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
21 Value CAE Preparation with Extra
Conversation
One-to-One Tuition
13.00-16.00 (Examination Preparation)
Monday to Friday
Levels: Advanced 1
GENERAL NOTES
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“It has been a great experience
learning English at Frances
King – I have really improved
my English and my course
has helped me prepare for
the future.”
When Monday is a public holiday courses
start on the following Tuesday: January 4
20 lessons = 16 hours’ 40 minutes’ tuition
Minimum age: 16
Aki Terai, Japan
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U N I V E R S I T Y P R E PA R AT I O N C O U R S E S
COURSE FACTS
ACADEMIC ENGLISH AND
PRE-MASTERS COURSES
22 General and Academic English
and 13.10-15.00 (Academic English)
Monday to Friday. As for Course 24 for
the IELTS Preparation module
23 Pre-Masters Programme
and 13.10-15.00 (Academic English)
Monday to Friday, and One-to-One
tutorial programme. As for Course 24 for
the IELTS Preparation module
IELTS PREPARATION COURSES
■ Course length: 4/8 weeks
■ Levels:
Course 24 and 25: Intermediate
to achieve IELTS 4.5-5. Upper
intermediate to achieve IELTS 5.5
and over
Course 26: Upper intermediate and
above to achieve IELTS 5.5 and over
■ Starting dates:
8 week course (Courses 24, 25 or
26): January 4; February 28; May 3;
July 4; August 30; October 24
4 week course (Course 24 or 25
only): July 4; August 1
24 Intensive IELTS Preparation with
Extra Academic English
Timetable: 9.00-13.00 (IELTS Preparation)
14.00-14.50 (Extra Academic English)
Monday to Friday
25 IELTS Preparation – Morning
Monday to Friday
26 Value IELTS Preparation with
Extra Academic English 2
(Extra Academic English)
15.00-18.00 (IELTS Preparation)
Monday to Friday
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■ Combined General and Academic English courses to prepare for study
at a British university
■ Suitable for undergraduates and postgraduates
■ Courses from 4 to 36 weeks and short Intensive courses for IELTS
■ Value afternoon classes – the same quality at lower prices
■ Free university placement service
General and Academic English
IELTS Preparation
The course combines General English
with Academic English, including reading
and writing skills for academic study,
summarising lectures, note-taking skills,
debating techniques, carrying out research
and presenting data. The course can include
a 4 or 8 week IELTS Preparation module for
those on longer courses.
This concentrated course provides thorough
preparation for the examination: essay writing,
fluent and accurate speaking, describing and
interpreting graphs and charts and practice
in the receptive skills of reading and listening.
You can register for the examination at the
school. Examinations are scheduled for the
Saturday after the end of the course but
places are subject to availability. We will
assist you to make alternative arrangements
if necessary.
Pre-Masters Programme
GENERAL NOTES
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Academic English, Pre-Masters,
and IELTS Courses
We also offer 15/lessons per week, IELTS
Preparation only, 15.00-18.00, please ask
for details.
The course combines General English
with Academic English with a One-to-One
tutorial programme with one lesson of 50
minutes every week. This consists of a task
based programme of research work and
assignments in the students’ chosen subject,
with feedback and help from your tutor.
Students prepare for IELTS towards the end
of their course. Please ask for the Pre-Masters
Questionnaire and we will advise you if we
can arrange a suitable course for you.
This 4 or 8 week module enables you to
gain the language skills needed for academic
study, including summarising lectures, notetaking skills, debating techniques, carrying
out research and presenting data.
One-to-One Tuition
Minimum age: 16
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I N T E R N S H I P, T O E F L A N D T O E I C P R E PA R AT I O N
COURSE FACTS
Internship Programmes
TOEFL PREPARATION
Internship offers a challenging way to improve
your English and learn new skills.
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The objectives are educational and work is
unpaid. The programmes are suitable for
European Union nationals only and last from
6-48 weeks. Students, graduates and young
job seekers aged between 18-35 with upper
intermediate or higher level English are eligible.
■ We can arrange internships in marketing,
administration, tourism, fashion, engineering,
computing, charities, media resources and
other areas
■ The work you do will depend on your level of
education and qualifications, your skills and
experience as well as your level of English
■ Job specifications and workloads vary,
but you can expect to have your own
responsibilities and perhaps your own project
Please ask for our Internship leaflet for
more information and an application form.
TOEFL Preparation
■ Intensive 4 week courses available all year
■ Extra One-to-One tuition available at reduced prices
■ Progress meeting with your teacher
27 Intensive TOEFL Preparation
with Academic English
Timetable: 9.00-13.00 (TOEFL Preparation)
14.00-14.50 (Academic English)
Monday to Friday
28 TOEFL Preparation – Morning
Timetable: 9.00-13.00 Monday to Friday
TOEIC PREPARATION
29 TOEIC Preparation Option
Maximum class sizes: 15
Lessons per week: 8
Monday to Thursday, Examination on Friday
Course length: 1 week
Starting dates: January 24; February 21;
March 21; May 23; June 27; July 25;
August 22; September 26; October 24;
November 21
GENERAL NOTES
1
TOEFL Preparation
The course includes strategies for success
in the examination with an emphasis on
enriching vocabulary and listening skills.
During the course you will have practice
examinations with feedback from your
teacher. We can help you to register for the
TOEFL Examination on the first day of the
course, but places are subject to availability
and we advise you to book earlier online at
www.ets.org/toefl. In London, students take
the internet based test (iBT).
This module enables you to gain the language
skills needed for academic study, including
summarising lectures, note-taking skills,
debating techniques, carrying out research
and presenting data.
When Monday is a public holiday courses
start on the following Tuesday: January 4;
May 3, 31; August 30
Minimum age: 16
One-to-One Tuition
learning.
TOEIC® Preparation
■ Short preparation course in the last week of every month
This one-week TOEIC® Preparation option
can be added to any General English course.
TOEIC tests English as used internationally in
business, commerce and industry.
Course length: 4 weeks
Levels: Upper Intermediate and above
Starting dates: January 4, 31;
February 28; March 28; May 3, 31;
July 4; August 1, 30; September 26;
October 24; November 21 1
Frances King is a TOEIC Examination Centre
and the examinations take place in the school
at the end of each month.
“The lessons were extremely
useful to develop my English
in both everyday life and
professional areas. The school
was very friendly and positive.
Thanks to the social programme
I enjoyed myself very much after
school, even at night.”
Job Placement & Career Service
This free in-house service is operated
by our sister school, Quest Professional.
Services include:
■ Advice on understanding the UK
job market
■ Assistance with job applications
■ Introductions to recruitment specialists
Recently we have placed students
in PriceWaterhouseCooper, Morgan
Stanley, Burberry and Savilles.
University Placement Service
Frances King has a free University
Placement Service. Services include:
■ Course counselling
■ Advice on entry requirements and
procedures
■ Visits to selected institutions
■ Assistance with applications
■ Preparation for interviews
Recently our students have been
accepted by City University, UCL,
Edinburgh University, St Andrews,
London School of Economics, King’s
College and University of Bath.
Eduardo Brandi, Italy
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COURSE FACTS
CLUB 8 COURSES
30 Club 8 Intensive English
Monday to Friday
Starting dates: Every Monday
1
31 Club 8 Intensive and
Business English
Timetable: 9.00-13.00 (Intensive English)
Monday to Friday
Monday to Thursday 2
32 Club 8 Intensive and
Social English
Timetable: 9.00-13.00 (Intensive English)
Monday to Friday
Monday to Thursday 2
33 Club 8 Combination Course
Maximum class size: 8/1
Lessons per week: 22 or more
Timetable: As for Course 30 plus 2
or more One-to-One or One-to-Two
lessons per week
English for the Oil and Gas Industry
Maximum class size: 1-8
Monday to Friday
14.00-16.00
Monday to Thursday
Course length: By arrangement
Levels: All
Starting dates: By arrangement
1
2
When Monday is a public holiday the
Business and Social English classes will be
held from Tuesday to Friday
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■ Highly intensive learning in groups of 5 to 8 students
■ Minimum age of 21, suitable for business and professional people and
other highly motivated learners
■ Flexible start dates and length of course, available all year
■ We adapt the programme to reflect the needs and interests of
each individual
Club 8 Intensive English
Club 8 Social English
On this course you will focus on achieving
confident and effective spoken English for
your everyday social, study or work needs.
You will develop the communication skills
needed in today’s international environment.
The course also develops your everyday
English, pronunciation and grammar,
together with reading and writing skills for
work, travel and social situations.
Add Social English to learn language for
everyday social or work life – including
meeting people, ‘small talk’, travelling
and telephoning.
Club 8 Business English
GENERAL NOTES
Minimum age: 21
Club 8 Courses
This course complements the Club 8
Intensive English course above and is
designed for business and professional
people. The confidence-building business
element of the course focuses on language
skills for the business world, including
telephoning, negotiating, attending
meetings, giving presentations and writing
reports and email. We cover business
vocabulary for areas such as marketing,
finance, management and e-commerce.
Social English for everyday business life
is also covered.
Club 8 Combination Course
By adding One-to-One tuition to the Club
8 Intensive course you can concentrate on
a particular skill, area of language, or work
project. Choose from 2 to 10 individual
lessons per week to optimise your learning
time in London.
English for the Oil and Gas Industry
Courses are customised according to the
needs of each client or group and can
focus on Management, Human Resources,
Engineering, Sales and Marketing or
Technical aspects of communication.
One-to-One Tuition
COURSE FACTS
CLUB 8 SUMMER COURSES
34 Club 8 Young Executive
Timetable: 9.00-13.00 (Business English)
Monday to Friday
Starting dates: July 4 (1-4 weeks);
July 11 (1-4 weeks); July 18 (1-4 weeks);
July 25 (1-4 weeks); August 1 (1-4
weeks); August 8 (1-3 weeks); August 15
(1-2 weeks); August 22 (1 week)
35 Club 8 Young Lawyer
Timetable: 9.00-13.00 (Legal English)
Monday to Friday
Course length: 2 weeks
Starting dates: July 4, 18; August 1, 15
Club 8 Summer Courses
■ Summer Courses for young executives and lawyers, aged 20-30
■ A blend of General English for professionals with Business or
Legal English
■ We adapt the programme to reflect the needs and interests of
each individual
Club 8 Young Executive
Club 8 Young Lawyer
The course focuses on language skills for
the business world, including telephoning,
negotiating, attending meetings and
writing reports and email. Also included
are presentation skills – you can expect
to prepare and give a presentation during
the course. We cover business vocabulary
for areas such as marketing, finance,
management and e-commerce. Social
English for everyday business life is also
covered, including meeting people, “small
talk”, travelling and telephoning.
This course is designed for law students
and recently qualified lawyers. The course
focuses on the language skills needed for
communication in a legal setting. We also
aim to expand your legal vocabulary for
both criminal and civil law. A visit to the
Old Bailey or another court is included
when possible. Social English for everyday
working life is also covered, including
meeting people, “small talk”, travelling and
telephoning.
GENERAL NOTES
Minimum age: 20 (to early 30s)
One-to-One Tuition
learning. You can also prepare for the
TOLES or ILEC examinations.
“The course was very
intensive. My English improved
so much that I was able to get
a new job where I now use my
English everyday.”
Belen Maldonado Pestana, Spain
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ONE-TO-ONE COURSES
COURSE FACTS
ONE-TO-ONE COURSES
36 One-to-One 30
Timetable: 9.15-13.15 and 14.15-16.15
Monday to Friday or other times by
arrangement
Course length: 1-4 weeks or by
arrangement
Levels: All
37 One-to-One 20
Monday to Friday or other times by
arrangement
arrangement
Levels: All
38 One-to-One Flexitime
Lessons per week: 2-45
Timetable: By arrangement
Course length: Any number of weeks
Levels: All
39 One-to-Two Flexitime
Lessons per week: 2-45
Timetable: By arrangement
Course length: Any number of weeks
Levels: All
GENERAL NOTES
1
One-to-One Courses
■ Completely personalised, intensive language training
■ Teachers experienced in teaching English in the business and
professional world
■ Maximum speaking time and correction of your errors – faster progress
One-to-One courses take place in our
dedicated executive area on the top floor
of our Kensington school. We have 9 Oneto-One teaching rooms arranged around a
student area with the following facilities and
services:
One-to-Two Courses
■ PCs with fast Internet, email and wireless
laptop connection
We are able to arrange One-to-One and
One-to-Two lessons at weekends and out
of normal school hours both at school and
other central London addresses.
■ TV, newspapers and magazines
■ Free refreshments
■ Help with planning your free time in
London and special social events
One-to-One Courses
These courses are completely tailor-made,
in which your teacher will work closely with
you to identify your needs and objectives. A
One-to-One programme will quickly improve
your general or specialised English. We
cater for many professional areas, including
sales and marketing, finance, law and
management. We can help you to prepare
for business presentations, negotiations or
meetings, and develop key skills such as
telephoning, business correspondence and
report writing. We also offer CV, interview
and examination preparation.
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These courses are for two friends,
colleagues or family members with
the same level of English who wish to
study together.
Weekends and out of hours
Frances King Corporate Clients
We have taught employees from a wide
range of organisations including: ABC
International Bank, Santander, Accenture,
Agip, Alitalia, Al Jawaby Oil Services, Banca
di Roma, BBC World Service, BHP Billiton,
BOC Gases, Bosch, BP, Chanel, Citibank,
Clarins, Daimler-Benz, Deloitte & Touche,
Deutsche Bank, ENI, Gucci, IBM, ING,
Itochu Corporation, Kellogs, KPMG, La
Guardia di Finanza, Louis Vuitton, Lufthansa,
Lukoil,Macpetrol, Mobil, Monsanto, Nestle,
Nikko Europe, Nomura Research, Ogilvy
& Mather, Pernod-Ricard, PWC, Renault
Finance, Saatchi & Saatchi, Saipem,
Samsung, Schweppes, Shell, Siemens,
Sonangol,Swiss Bank Corporation,
Volvo, Vuitton.
ONE-TO-ONE COURSES
COURSE FACTS
ONE-TO-ONE IMMERSION
COURSES
40 One-to-One 40
Lessons per week: 40, including lunch
with teacher
Timetable:
9.15-13.15, lunch with teacher,
14.15-17.15
Monday to Friday
arrangement
Levels: All
41 One-to-One 9 Day Immersion
Lessons: 72, 8 lessons daily, including
lunch with teacher
Timetable:
9.15-13.15, lunch with teacher,
14.15-17.15
Saturday to Sunday
Course length: 9 days or by arrangement
Levels: All
Starting dates: Every Saturday
One-to-One Immersion Courses
One-to-One 40 Immersion
Home Tuition
In an immersion course, as well as taking
English lessons, you will have lunch with
a teacher and continue practising your
English in an informal setting. Participants
are expected to meet the cost of both their
own and the teacher’s lunch.
Maximise your progress through total
immersion by living in your teacher’s home
and taking One-to-One lessons.
One-to-One 9 Day Immersion
■ Teachers are trained to teach English as
a Foreign Language
To minimise time away from your place
of work, this course takes place over two
weekends and one week. In addition,
lunch is taken with a teacher.
Accommodation
Participants may choose any type of
accommodation – homestay, studios,
residences, apartments or hotels.
We particularly recommend executive
homestays, apartments and hotels.
■ Full board accommodation – breakfast,
lunch and dinner are taken with your
host teacher
GENERAL NOTES
1
When Monday is a public holiday,
courses begin on the following
Tuesday: January 4; April 26; May 3,
31; August 30.
■ Courses of 15 or more lessons per week
– General, Business or Examination
Preparation
■ Participants are matched with teachers
according to background, interests and
hobbies
■ Homes are comfortable and private
bathrooms are available
Please ask for our Home Tuition
brochure for more information and
an application form.
“The One-to-One course
concentrated on my general
English and business needs
and has helped me to deal
with my job more effectively
and efficiently.”
Oleg Nezboretsky, Ukraine
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H O L I D AY C O U R S E S
COURSE FACTS
ENGLISH AND CULTURE
English and Culture
42 English and Culture
Timetable:
9.00-13.00
Monday to Friday
Starting dates: May 9; August 22 1 ;
September 5
GENERAL NOTES
1
August 29 is a public holiday and there are
no classes on that day
Minimum age: 40
■ Enriching holiday for adults of 40 and over
■ Intensive English course in small groups in the morning
■ Guided sightseeing programme in the afternoon and optional
weekend excursions
Adults of all ages are welcome on our
programmes throughout the year but some
students prefer to study and to enjoy our
sightseeing programme with other older
students. There are visits to well known
attractions in and around London, such as
Windsor, Greenwich and Hampton Court.
The programme also includes a choice
of lesser known destinations – an insider’s
view of one of the world’s great cities.
The afternoon sightseeing programme
is included in the price, except for
incidental expenses.
Example week
Monday
Boat trip to Greenwich
Tuesday
Classical concert at the
Royal Albert Hall
Wednesday
Guided tour of the
British Museum
Thursday
Afternoon tea at the
Connaught Hotel
Friday
Free for shopping
CHRISTMAS IN LONDON
Christmas in London
43 Christmas Course
■ Lively multinational English course at Christmas
■ Leisure and sightseeing programme in the afternoons and weekends
Course length: 1-2 weeks 1
Lessons per week:
First week 20 lessons, December 19-23
Second week 12 lessons, December 28-30
Starting date: December 19 (1-2 weeks);
December 28 (1 week)
GENERAL NOTES
1
We can arrange extra weeks before or after
this course
Minimum age: 16
18
This General English course focuses on
spoken English, introducing and practising
new vocabulary, colloquial English and
grammar. You also learn about British
life and traditions at Christmas time. In
your free time, you can join in special
sightseeing and social events with Frances
King students, including visits to London’s
leading attractions. Some entrance fees are
not included in the price. Please ask for the
complete programme for details.
Christmas Sightseeing Programme
■ Monday December 19: Walking tour of
Kensington
■ Tuesday December 20: Boat trip to
Greenwich
■ Wednesday December 21: The best
West End Christmas displays
■ Thursday December 22: South
Kensington museums
■ Friday December 23: Walking tour of
Royal London
■ Wednesday December 28: Walking tour
of Westminster
■ Thursday December 29: Games
afternoon
■ Friday December 30: Goodbye meeting
H O L I D AY C O U R S E S
COURSE FACTS
FAMILY PROGRAMME
■ Winter programme (1-4 weeks):
Starting dates: January 4
(1-4 weeks); January 10 (1-3 weeks);
January 17 (1-2 weeks); January 24
(1 week)
■ Easter programme (1-2 weeks):
Starting dates: April 18
(1-2 weeks) 1 ; April 26 (1 week) 2
■ Summer programme (1-9 weeks):
Course 44 and 45 starting dates:
June 20 (1-9 weeks); June 27
(1-8 weeks); July 4 (1-7 weeks);
July 11 (1-6 weeks); July 18
August 1 (1-3 weeks); August 8
(1-2 weeks); August 15 (1 week)
Course 46 and 47 starting dates:
July 4 (1-4 weeks); July 11
July 25 (1 week)
44 Family Programme Junior Course
Monday to Friday
Levels: Beginner and above
Family Programme
45 Family Programme Adult Course
■ Summer courses for juniors aged 8-15, optional courses for parents and
other family members in central London
■ Children must be accompanied in London by a parent or guardian
■ We can arrange accommodation in homestays, summer residences,
studios, family apartments or hotels in excellent areas
■ Free afternoons, evenings and weekends to enjoy London
Junior Course
Adult Course
This fun course is designed for 8-15 year
olds. The emphasis is on spoken English
and communication activities. New language
– vocabulary, colloquial English, idioms,
grammar – is introduced and practised in
small groups. Imaginative activities and group
project work encourage real communication
and rapid learning. Children on these courses
must be accompanied to and from the
school each day by a parent or guardian.
While their children are at school in the
morning, parents and other adult family
members have the option of also taking a
course at Frances King: Course 30 Club 8
Intensive English, described on page 14 in
Winter or Easter, Course 45 and 47 Family
Programme Adult Courses in summer.
Course location
The summer programme takes place at
our Hyde Park Corner summer school,
in Grosvenor Place, or nearby annexe in
Grosvenor Gardens. The winter and Easter
programmes take place at our Kensington
school or nearby annexe.
Monday to Friday
46 Value Junior Course – Afternoon
Monday to Friday
Levels: Beginner and above
47 Value Adult Course – Afternoon
Monday to Friday
Your free time
Families are free outside class times to
enjoy London’s many attractions and can
join some events on the Frances King social
programme. Juniors must be accompanied
by an adult family member. Extra One-toOne or One-to-Two tuition can also be
arranged – please ask for more information
and special rates.
GENERAL NOTES
1
2
Week 1: 16 lessons/week, MondayThursday. Friday April 22 is a public holiday
Week 2: 16 lessons/week, TuesdayFriday. Monday April 25 is a public holiday
Minimum age: Adult in charge: 21;
0ther adults: 16; juniors: 8
“My brother and I are very
happy at Frances King. Our
teacher is very good and the
classes are fun. We have made
lots of friends from different
countries.”
Abdulrahman Al Maris and
Mohammed Al Maris, Saudi Arabia
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LONDON TEENAGER PROGRAMME
COURSE FACTS
LONDON TEENAGER
PROGRAMME
The programme consists of:
■ 15 lessons a week of General English
■ 5 lessons a week of one of these
options: Discover London, Fashion
and Style or Sports Fan
■ Three workshops and visits related to
the option
■ Other fun activities in afternoons and
evenings
■ Weekly full day excursion in the
London area
For everyone:
■ Guided walks – canal, Carnaby Street,
Covent Garden, Royal London
■ Evening activities – talent contest,
karaoke, Wii games, charades, board
games, welcome party, farewell party,
student exhibition and barbeque
48 London Teenager Programme
– Residential
Special interest workshops/visits per
week: 3
Activities: Afternoons and evenings
Course length: 2, 3, 4 or 6 weeks
Start dates:
2011: 2 week course: July 4, 18
3 week course: July 4, 25
4 week course: July 4, 18
6 week course: July 4
Arrival date: one day before course
start date
49 London Teenager Programme
– Day School
Tuition and activities as for residential
programme without accommodation,
breakfast or dinner. Students should be
dropped off at 8.30 and collected again
at 17.30
■ All-inclusive residential packages for teenagers aged 13-17
■ Superb campus in Kensington Square, central London with garden,
football pitch and tennis court
■ Full board in single rooms with internet access
■ Choice of programmes to suit different interests
Discover London – topics
Fashion and Style – topics
History of London
History of Tower Bridge
London architectural styles
The Royal Places
London – a green city
Museums – British Museum, Science Museum
Workshops and activities include:
Sightseeing – visits with teachers to
London’s top 5 attractions
Around London sightseeing tour
Visits to the Museum of London and
the Science Museum
Visit to Royal Insitute of British
Architects centre
Tour of Kew Gardens
History of fashion
Fashion magazines – selecting the best
Paris vs Milan vs New York vs London
Fashion in Japan
A department Store behind the scenes
Visits to the Fashion Museum and the
Victoria and Albert Museum
Sports fanatic – topics
History of football
Sporting heroes
Sport and society
Tour of Chelsea or Arsenal stadium
Football and baseball in the park
EXAMPLE WEEK – SPORTS FANATIC
Week 1
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
8.00-9.00 Breakfast and morning meeting
Morning
9.00-12.00
Late morning
12.00-13.00
Please ask for our London Teenager
brochure for more information and an
application form.
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Arrival,
orientation
and
welcome
Placement
test
English
lessons
English
lessons
First English
lesson
History of
Football
Sporting
heroes
Excursion
13.00-14.00 Lunchtime
Afternoon
14.00-17.30
Round
London
Sightseeing
Tour
Guided
canal
walk
Evening
Club time
games
Film night
English
lessons
English
lessons
Best sports
videos
Team games
13.00-14.00 Lunchtime
Tour of
Chelsea
stadium
Football and
baseball in
the park
Covent
Garden
tour
Club time
Wii games
18.30-20.00 Dinner
Karaoke
Talent show
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS TRAINING COURSES
COURSE FACTS
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS
TRAINING COURSES
Q1: 6 Week Business Skills Course
Timetable: 9.30-13.00 and 14.00-16.15
Monday-Thursday
9.30-13.00 Friday
Course Length: 6 Weeks
Starting dates: January 3; February 14;
March 28; May 9; July 11; August 1.
Q2: 8 Week Fast Track Business
Skills Course
Timetable: 9.30-13.00 and 14.00-16.15
Monday-Thursday
9.30-13.00 Friday
Course Length: 8 Weeks
Starting dates: July 11
Q3: Chartered Institute of Marketing
(CIM) Professional Courses
Professional Business Training Courses
■
■
■
■
Career oriented business training courses
Learn with other international and British students
One-to-One English language support available for foreign participants
Job placement and advice service will help you find work in the UK after
your course
■ Courses are organised by our prestigious sister college, Quest Professional
6 Week Business Skills Course
This course is suitable for university
graduates who wish to develop their
English skills and improve their IT skills
and employment prospects while in the UK
and on return to their country. The course
offers a unique combination of office skills
and individual job hunting advice. Topics
include, Business Training in MS Office,
Support Skills for the Office, Business
Workshops, Conference Management,
Intensive Interview Training and One-toOne Careers Assistance.
8 Week Fast Track Business
Skills Course
This course is suitable for both university
and high school graduates aiming for
employment in the UK or improved
employment prospects on return to their
country. The focus of this course is on
the acquisition of advance MS Office skills
combined with a sound understanding of
business administrative practice. Business
subjects include marketing, public relations,
finance and event management. Further
workshops in CV writing, business dress,
presentation skills, and business writing
are also included. Finally all students receive
one-to-one assistance in their search for
a job at the end of the course.
Chartered Institute of Marketing
(CIM) Professional Courses
CIM is the world’s largest and most
respected organisation for professional
marketers. The Professional Certificate and
Diploma are offered as evening courses (x1
per week over 35 weeks + self-study). The
Certificate gives you the practical skills and
knowledge to undertake marketing activities;
the Diploma helps you develop as a
marketing manager. Taught as 4 consecutive
modules, assessment is via exams and
assignments. The qualifications are suitable
for those who have worked or currently
work in a marketing role with good business
English (IELTS 6.0+) who want to develop
their career as a marketing professional.
Timetable: 18.00-21.00, one evening a
week over 35 weeks and 10.00-16.30
one Saturday per term
Course length: 35 taught weeks – final
submission of coursework Aug 2012
Starting dates: September 22
GENERAL NOTES
Minimum age: 16
Minimum English level: Advanced 1
Fees:
Q1 – 6 Week Business Skills Course – £1939
Q2 – 8 Week Fast Track Business Skills
Course – £2714
Q3 – CIM Professional Course – Certificate:
£1872, Diploma £2160
(Registration fee, course materials, assessment
fees and membership of professional bodies
not included).
Full details of all the courses available at Quest
can be found at:
www.questcollege.co.uk
[email protected]
Courses take place at Quest Professional,
5 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W OBD.
The College is located in an elegant building
In Belgravia, and is a short distance from
Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park.
These courses are not accredited by The
British Council.
Evening courses
Quest offers a variety of evening classes
to enhance business knowledge and
skills. Modules offered include: Digital
Marketing, Management and Leadership,
Public Relations, Budgeting & Finance,
Effective Business Presentations and Event
Management. Quest is an accredited
centre for the Institute of Leadership
and Management and for the Chartered
Institute of Marketing. Courses start
monthly. Please ask for details.
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F R A N C E S K I N G A C C O M M O D AT I O N
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
You can choose from:
■ Homestay – an economical and
enjoyable way to get to know London
and practise your English
■ Studios – for an independent
lifestyle, everything you need in the
centre of London
■ Flatshares – for students on a
budget, sharing with other international
students
■ Residences – a variety of residences,
budget and superior, with meals and
self-catering
Homestays
Residences
Flatshares
Apartments
■ Apartments – centrally located,
budget or luxury standard
■ Hotels – a selection of hotels near
our schools
Choice, quality and the best locations
in central London
We offer a wide range of carefully selected accommodation to suit your
individual budget and needs. Our accommodation staff regularly inspect all
our accommodation to ensure that it is clean, comfortable and a friendly,
pleasant place for our students to stay.
Age restrictions
■ Students aged 18 and over can
choose any type of accommodation
■ Students aged 16 and 17 can stay in
a homestay
■ Parents and children on the Family
Programme in the summer, can choose
from homestay, Vancouver Studios,
Southside & Eastside Residences,
apartments and hotels
■ Parents and children on the Family
Programme, at Easter and in
Winter, can choose from homestay,
The Residence (children must be
14+ years), Vancouver Studios,
apartments and hotels
All our accommodation is:
Accommodation booking dates
■ Centrally located – uniquely for a London
school, all of our accommodation is
located in zones 1, 2 and 3 within 10-45
minutes travelling distance of our schools.
There are 6 travel zones in London
■ In good areas close to underground and
mainline train stations and bus routes
■ Good value for money – London can be
an expensive place to stay and we have
negotiated special lower accommodation
prices for our students
Accommodation is booked from a
Saturday to a Saturday or a Sunday to a
Sunday. 1 week is 7 nights. Outside of the
busy summer period, we may be able to
book extra nights, but you need to check
this with us.
Arrival times
It is not always possible to arrive at
accommodation before 07.00 or after
22.00. Please check with us before
making travel arrangements.
“My hosts live in a lovely
house and it is easy to get
to the school – they are very
kind and helpful and always
help me with my English,
correcting me and talking
with me every day.”
Margarita Pahlevanyan, Armenia
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H O M E S TAY
H O M E S TAY O P T I O N S
Private Home (A1 & B1)
Quality Rating: ★★
Zone 6
West
Hampstead
Willesden Green
Queens Park Kilburn
Zone 5
Zone 4
Zone 3
Finsbury
Park
Highbury & Islington
Zone 2
Marylebone
Ealing
Zone 1
Kensington Chelsea
Belgravia
Stamford Brook
Hammersmith
Herne Hill
Turnham Green
Fulham
Battersea
Dulwich
Putney
Clapham
Wandsworth Balham
Streatham
Wimbledon
Price Guide: £
Combine the comforts of a home
environment with more independent
living. Compared with other homestay
options you will have less contact with
your hosts. You can use the kitchen to
prepare your own meals.
Standard Homestay (A2-A6 & B2-B6)
Price Guide: £
Good homes and food provided by kind
hosts who live in convenient locations for
our schools.
Superior Homestay (A7-A11 & B7-B11)
Quality Rating: ★★★
Price Guide: ££
Very good homes with a high standard
of cooking and located in good areas
convenient for our schools. Private
bathroom facilities are available for a
weekly supplement (A12 & B12).
Executive Homestay (A13-A14)
Quality Rating: ★★★★
Price Guide: £££
Excellent homes in very good areas close
to our schools with professional hosts
offering an excellent standard of cooking.
Private bathroom facilities.
These are the areas where we
have most of our homestays –
in zones 1, 2 and 3.
The best way to develop your
conversational English skills
You can enjoy the comforts of a private home and immerse yourself in English
life and culture. It is also the most cost-effective way of staying in London, with
home cooking, pleasant conversation and comfortable surroundings.
Frances King homestay hosts…
A choice of meal plans
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■ Private home – no meals, but use of kitchen
■ Standard and superior – choose from
breakfast only OR 4 dinner plan (breakfast
daily and dinner from Monday-Thursday)
OR half board (breakfast and dinner daily)
■ Executive – choose from breakfast only
OR 3 dinner plan (breakfast daily and
dinner on 3 evenings per week, arranged
with homestay hosts)
Use of kitchen is only available in Private
Home accommodation (A1).
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■
Welcome you and make you feel at home
Respect your cultural background
Encourage you to speak English
Provide a clean and comfortable room
with a desk for private study
Clean your room and provide a change
of bed linen weekly
Do some of your laundry or allow you to
use their laundry facilities
Provide a balanced diet if you choose to
take meals
Provide you with your own house key
Convenient locations
All our standard and superior homestays are
in good residential areas of central London
in zones 1, 2 and 3, within easy reach of
our schools by underground, bus or mainline
train. Our executive homestays are in zones
1 or 2 all year. London is a large city so you
must expect to spend at least 20-45 minutes
each day travelling between your homestay
and Frances King. Your host will explain the
best way to travel to the school and help you
to buy a Travel Card.
Internet and telephone
Internet access (WIFI) via your own laptop is
possible in some homestays and students
need to request this at the time of booking.
Not all families have Internet access (WIFI)
– we will do our best to arrange this for you.
Students can receive incoming calls on the
homestay telephone.
Other students
There may be other students in a homestay,
but no more than four in total. Two people
may book together but otherwise there
will be no other students who speak your
language. There may be more than four
students in private home accommodation.
Frances King Quality Ratings
★★
★★★
★★★★
Standard accommodation
Superior accommodation
Executive accommodation
Price guide
£
£120-£180/week
££
£150-£230/week
£££
£240+/week
Price Guide based on weekly price for a
single room. Twin rooms will be cheaper
per person. See Enrolment Details 2011
for exact prices.
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S T U D I O S & F L AT S H A R E S
For an independent lifestyle, studios and
flatshares in excellent central locations
1 The Residence (A17-A18)
Price Guide: £££
Self-Catering Budget Mini-Studios ( Gloucester Road)
Available all year
Small, well located studios, in a busy street in fashionable Kensington (zone 1) close to major
tourist attractions, shops and restaurants. Small, but convenient, for short stays only. Suitable for
students, and working people (all year round) and for families (winter and Easter only).
Age: 18, children (14+) accompanied
by a parent/guardian (21+) on the winter
and Easter programmes only
Rooms: single, twin for two people
booking together
Travelling time: 7-10 minute walk
to our Kensington schools and 1525 minutes by underground to other
Frances King schools
Bathroom facilities: private bathroom
with shower
Meals/kitchen facilities: self-catering.
Private kitchen area with microwave,
fridge and toaster for the preparation of
light meals. Kitchen equipment provided
Telephone: direct dial telephone,
connection charge: £14 renewable
monthly
Internet access: wireless connection
via your own laptop computer. £15
connection fee, renewable monthly
Cleaning/linen/laundry: rooms cleaned
weekly, bed linen provided and changed
weekly. Bring your own towels
Other facilities: television, iron and
ironing board in each studio. Modern
shared kitchen with oven and cooker.
Laundrette nearby
Deposit: £200 payable in cash
2 Vancouver Studios (A19-A20)
Quality Rating: ★★★★ Price Guide: ££££
Self-Catering Studios ( Bayswater or Queensway)
Available all year
Attractively designed studios located in lively Bayswater (zone 1), close to shops and restaurants
and the entertainment of popular Queensway. Suitable for professional people and small families.
Age: 18, children accompanied by a
parent/guardian (21+)
Rooms: single, twin for two people
booking together
Travelling time: 15-25 minutes by
underground
with shower
Private kitchen area with microwave,
fridge and hob. Kitchen equipment
provided
Telephone: incoming and outgoing calls
Internet access: free wireless
connection via your own laptop
computer
daily, towels provided and changed daily,
bed linen provided and changed weekly
Other facilities: television and DVD in
each studio, shared sitting room, garden,
24 hour reception, dry cleaning service,
laundry and nearby sports facilities
Deposit: none required
3 London Solutions (A25-A26)
Quality Rating: ★
Price Guide: ££
Self-Catering Budget Flatshares (Zones 1 & 2)
Available all year
Simply furnished shared flats in pleasant areas of London, with the opportunity to meet other
young people – students, travellers and working people. Suitable for students and young
people on a budget. Students are responsible for cleaning their own flats.
Age: 18
Rooms: single, twin or shared room
with another student
underground
Bathroom facilities: shared with other
students
Kitchens, with cooker and fridge,
shared with other students. Cooking
utensils provided
Telephone: not available
Internet access: not available
Cleaning/linen/laundry: students are
responsible for cleaning their own flats
– cleaning equipment provided. Bed
linen provided but not laundered. Bring
your own towels
Other facilities: television in each room
or flatshare (depending on the flatshare).
There may be a washing machine
in your flat or a laundry room in your
building
Deposit: £50 payable in cash on arrival
King’s Cross
Quality Ratings
★
★★
★★★
★★★★
REGENT’S
PARK
Budget accommodation
Euston
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Great
Portland
Street
Baker Street
Price Guide
12
13
2
££
£240 & less/week
£££ £250-£350/week
££££ £350+/week
8
4
Price Guide based on weekly price for a
single room, twin rooms will be cheaper
per person. See Enrolment Details
2011 for exact prices.
Deposits
Accommodation deposits are refunded
at the end of your stay if no damage
is caused.
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7
3
9
5
High Street
Kensington
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7
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8
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24
10
Frances King Schools
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Accommodation available all year
Accommodation available summer only
R E S I D E N C E S , A PA R T M E N T S A N D H O T E L S
A choice of residences, apartments and
hotels in excellent central locations
4 Bowden Court (A21)
Quality Rating: ★
Price Guide: ££
Budget Half Board Residence ( Notting Hill Gate)
Available all year
Popular, newly refurbished, half-board budget residence in excellent location in Notting Hill
Gate (zone 1). Suitable for students and young people on a budget.
Age: 18
Rooms: single rooms only
underground
Bathroom facilities: shared bathroom
with baths and showers
Meals/kitchen facilities: half board
(breakfast and dinner). No kitchen
facilities
Telephone: incoming calls only.
Payphone for outgoing calls
Internet access: free Internet
connection via your own laptop
computer
Cleaning/linen/laundry: rooms
cleaned 5 days per week and bed
linen provided and changed every two
weeks. Bring your own towels
Other facilities: television, kettle and
hairdryer in each room. Laundry, T.V.
and study rooms (with Internet access)
Deposit: £20 payable on arrival in cash
5 Metrogate (A22)
Price Guide: ££
Standard Self-Catering Residence ( Gloucester Road)
Available all year
Standard self-catering residence in an excellent location in Kensington (zone 1) close to our
Kensington schools. Suitable for students and young people.
Age: 18
Rooms: Single rooms only
Travelling time: 7 minute walk to our
Kensington schools and 15-25 minutes
by underground to other Frances King
schools
Bathroom facilities: bathroom with
shower – private or shared with 1
other room
Shared kitchen with microwave, fridge/
freezer and oven. Kitchen equipment
provided
Telephone: in each room for incoming
and outgoing calls with a pre-paid
telephone card
Internet access: free internet connection
via your own laptop computer
Cleaning/linen/laundry: rooms are
cleaned weekly and bed linen provided
and cleaned weekly. Bring your own
towels
Other facilities: television and fridge
in each room. 32-station PC lab with
Internet/email access, common /games
room with T.V, video and DVD player. Coin
operated laundry room with washer/dryers
Deposit: credit card details are taken on
arrival and will only be charged if damage
is caused
6 IES (A23-A24)
Price Guide: ££££
Standard Self-Catering Residence (bus to Sloane Square)
Available all year
Standard self-catering residence near the unique shops, fashionable restaurants and bars of
the King’s Road in Chelsea (zone 1). Suitable for students and young working people.
Age: 18
Rooms: single, twin or shared room
with another student
Travelling time: 15 minute walk or
10 minutes by bus to our Kensington
schools and 15-25 minutes by
underground or bus to other Frances
King schools
with shower
Meals/kitchen facilities: selfcatering. Shared kitchen with
microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
and oven. Kitchen equipment provided
Telephone: incoming calls only.
Payphone for outgoing calls
Internet access: two data ports per
room with free Internet access via your
own laptop computer. Students need to
buy a cable from reception (£7.50)
Cleaning/linen/laundry: bathrooms
cleaned weekly and bed linen provided
but not laundered. Bring your own
towels. Students must clean their own
room. Kitchens cleaned twice/week
Other facilities: lounge with T.V. and
DVD, laundry and 24 hour reception
Deposit: credit card details are taken
on arrival and will only be charged if
damage is caused
7 Deluxe Studios & Apartments (A16) Quality Rating: ★★★★ Price Guide: ££££
Self-Catering Studios & Apartments ( Gloucester Road and Hyde Park Corner) Available all year
Deluxe Studios, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, fully serviced and stylishly furnished, excellently located
in fashionable Kensington and Mayfair. Suitable for professional people and families on a short stay.
Rooms: deluxe studios , 1 and 2
bedroom apartments for 2 – 4 people
Travelling time: 5-10 minute walk to
our Kensington schools and 10-15
minutes by underground or bus to other
with shower
Meals/kitchen facilities: small kitchen
area with hob, microwave and fridge. All
cooking utensils provided
Telephone: direct dial telephone for
incoming and outgoing calls
via your own laptop computer (prices
vary depending on accommodation
supplier)
daily, bed linen and towels provided and
changed weekly
Other facilities: television in each
studio/apartment, 24 hour reception, dry
cleaning service and laundry facilities
8 Hotels (A27, A28 & A29) Quality Rating: ★★, ★★★ & ★★★★ Price Guide: ££££
Available all year
A range of carefully selected 2, 3 and 4 star hotels near to our Kensington schools and a short
journey by underground to other Frances King schools. The nightly price includes breakfast.
Suitable for young working people, professionals and families.
parent/guardian (21+) in a twin/family
room
Travelling time: within walking distance
or a short bus or underground journey to
with shower/bath
Meals/kitchen facilities: breakfast
only. Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone: direct dial telephone for
incoming and outgoing calls
Internet access: modem point
or wireless connection via your
own laptop computer (prices vary
depending on hotel)
cleaned daily, bed linen and towels
provided and cleaned daily (if required)
Other facilities: television in each
room, with satellite or cable channels,
24 hour reception, dry cleaning
and laundry service. Use of fitness
and business centre. Facilities vary
depending on hotel
More accommodation options for summer
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S U M M E R R E S I D E N C E S A N D A PA R T M E N T S
9 Southside/Eastside Residence (A30-A31) Quality Rating: ★★★ Price Guide: £££
Superior Summer Residences ( South Kensington)
Available July 4-September 24
Modern residences within walking distance of our Kensington schools offering breakfast only or halfboard. Cafe/mini market to buy light meals. Suitable for students, young working people and families.
parent/guardian (21+) in a twin room
Rooms: single and twin rooms
schools
with shower
Meals/kitchen facilities: breakfast
only or half-board (evening meal
supplement). There are no cooking
facilities. Access to fridges in the
kitchen and a kettle in the room
Telephone: free incoming calls and
outgoing calls with pre-paid telephone
card, obtained from reception
via your own laptop computer –
£5 connection charge
cleaned daily and bed linen and towels
provided, changed weekly
Other facilities: television in the T.V.
room, laundry room, sports facilities (extra
charge), bar and café for light meals
Price Guide: ££
Budget Self-Catering Summer Residence ( Gloucester Road) Available July 4-September 24
Self-catering residence within walking distance of our Kensington schools. Suitable for students and
young working people.
10 Evelyn Gardens (A33-A34)
Age: 18
schools
Bathroom facilities: shared
bathrooms with showers
Meals/kitchen facilities: self-
catering. Shared kitchen with
microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle,
toaster and oven. Kitchen equipment
provided
Telephone: free incoming calls and
outgoing calls with pre-paid telephone
card, obtained from reception
Internet access: Internet connection
via your own laptop computer –
£5 connection charge
cleaned weekly, kitchens cleaned
daily. Bed linen and towels provided,
changed weekly
Other facilities: laundry room, 24
hour reception, T.V. room and garden
Quality Rating: ★★★
Price Guide: £££
Superior Self-Catering Residence ( King’s Cross)
Available June 4-August 28
Modern self-catering residence near King’s Cross (zone 1) close to the West End and fashionable
Islington. Suitable for students and young working people.
11 Nido (A35-A36)
Age: 18
underground
with shower
All single rooms have a private kitchen
with microwave, fridge/freezer, oven
and kettle. Students must buy a
kitchen pack: £17. Some twin rooms
have a private kitchen and some
share a kitchen with other students
(depending on availability). Shared
kitchens have a microwave fridge/
freezer and oven
Internet access: modem point for free
Internet access via your own laptop
computer
Cleaning/linen/laundry: students
are responsible for cleaning their
own rooms. No linen is provided but
students can hire a linen pack for £17
(paid for prior to arrival). Bring your
own towels
Other facilities: television in café,
fitness centre (£10 induction fee),
laundry and courtyard
Deposit: £250 deposit, payable before
arrival (refunded 30 days after checkout, provided there is no damage)
12 Schafer House (A37)
Price Guide: ££
Budget Self-Catering Summer Residence ( Warren Street) Available June 11-September 17
Popular, modern self-catering residence close to Oxford street (zone 1). Suitable for students and young people.
Age: 18
Rooms: single rooms only
underground
Bathroom facilities: shared
bathrooms with shower
Meals/Kitchen facilities: selfcatering. Shared kitchen with
microwave, fridge/freezer and oven.
Kitchen equipment provided
Telephone: pay phone in reception
Internet access: Internet connection
via your own laptop computer
cleaned weekly and bed linen and
towels provided and changed weekly
Other facilities: television in the T.V
room, 24 hour security, laundry room
and courtyard
Price Guide: ££££
Self-Catering Budget Apartments (Zone 1, subject to availability) Available June 18-September 4
Budget apartments with either 2 or 3 bedrooms in pleasant parts of London close to
underground stations. Suitable for students, young working people and families.
13 London Solutions (A38-A39)
Rooms: 2 or 3 bedroom apartments.
2 bedroom: for up to 5 people; 3
bedroom: for up to 7 people. Sitting
room and kitchen
underground
We may place students, with their agreement,
in different summer residences of a similar
quality, when the residences above (A30-A37)
are not available.
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Bathroom facilities: bathroom with
shower/bath. 3 bedroom apartments
have 2 bathrooms
Meals/Kitchen facilities: fully equipped
kitchen with cooker and fridge/freezer.
All cooking utensils provided
Internet access: not available
Cleaning/linen/laundry: bed linen
provided. Bring your own towels.
Washing machine. Light clean of
apartment weekly
Television: in each apartment
Deposit: £300 by credit card swipe on
arrival. Payment in full required to confirm
booking and 6 weeks’ notice to cancel.
Quality Ratings
Price Guide
★
★★
★★★
★★★★
££
£240 & less/week
£££ £250-£350/week
££££ £350+/week
Budget accommodation
Deposits
Accommodation deposits are
refunded at the end of your stay if
no damage is caused.
Price Guide based on weekly price
for a single room, twin rooms will be
cheaper per person. See Enrolment
Details 2011 for exact prices.
LIVING IN LONDON
WEEKEND EXCURSIONS
We offer weekend excursions outside
London, either day trips or weekends
away. These are organised by our partner
tour company. In the mornings there is a
guided tour of the destination and in the
afternoons you are free to explore.
Some of the destinations in the United
Kingdom are shown below. In addition,
weekend stays in Amsterdam and Paris
are available.
SCOTLAND
Edinburgh
ENGLAND
Warwick Castle
Cambridge
Oxford
Bath
Stonehenge
London
Leeds Castle
Brighton
Social Programme
Discover the diverse culture and entertainment of London and Britain.
Every month there is a new programme of sightseeing, cultural and leisure
activities and you can join as many activities as you like. We include:
■ Visits to some of London’s leading
attractions such as St Paul’s Cathedral,
the Tower of London, the BBC Television
Centre and Parliament
■ Weekly guided walks in interesting
parts of London
■ Entertaining learning events such as
pronunciation games, essay writing,
photography competitions and the
CV clinic
■ Sports activities such as football,
baseball, ice-skating and bowling
■ Social clubs to help you meet others
with similar interests – the Film Club,
the Poker Club and the Chess Club
■ Visits to pubs and restaurants and
school parties
■ Day trips in London to Greenwich,
Hampton Court and river Thames
boat trips
The social programme will help you
get to know other students and
members of staff and practise and
extend your social English.
Social programme events mainly take
place in the afternoons, evenings and
weekends. There is something to do nearly
everyday. There are more events in July and
August. Students who wish to participate in
afternoon events are advised to choose a
morning course. Students who choose an
afternoon course can participate in evening
and weekend events. See our website for
this month’s programme:
www.francesking.co.uk/social
Example week:
Monday
Fish and Chips dinner
Tuesday
Visit to BBC
Wednesday Guided Walk – Covent Garden
Thursday
Student Party at Boujis
Friday
Football in the park and
pub time
USEFUL WEBSITES
Saturday
West End Live – free
musical performances in
Trafalgar Square.
Tourism Information
Sunday
Excursion to Cambridge
www.visitlondon.com
www.visitbritain.com
www.timeout.com
www.londontheatre.co.uk
Transport in London
www.tfl.gov.uk
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Frances King Authorised Agent
Frances King School of
English is accredited by
The British Council for
the teaching of English
as a Foreign Language.
Frances King is a
member of Quality
English, the organisation
of leading independent
English language
schools.
For more information please contact:
We are members
of English UK, the
organisation of
accredited teaching
establishments.
Frances King is also a
member of IALC, the
International Association
of Language Centres.
Frances King School of English
77 Gloucester Road
London SW7 4SS
United Kingdom
Tel: Overseas: +44 20 7870 6533
Fax: Overseas: +44 20 7341 9771
Email: [email protected]
www.francesking.co.uk
UK: 020 7870 6533
UK: 020 7341 9771
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