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Welcome to Frances King
Our Programmes
Whether you come as a family or to our teenager summer camps, in London or in Dublin, we hope you will have a great experience at Frances King. We want all participants to have the time of their lives - an exciting and enriching experience! We strongly believe that learning should engage students’ interests. We use the resources of the wonderful cities where our schools are, while taking every precaution to ensure the safety and well being of participants throughout their stay. Best wishes for a wonderful stay at Frances King!
London and Dublin Family Programme English language programme and activities for children aged 6-16, optional classes for parents and other family members in London and Dublin. We can also arrange accommodation for your family. London family programme pages 4-7 Dublin family programme pages 8-11
London Teenager Programme English language programme and activities in a superb, self-contained residential campus in Kensington, central London, for ages 12-17. You can choose between Day School and Residential Programmes. London teenager programme pages 12-14
Dublin Teenager Programme English language programme and activities for teenagers in the beautiful coastal village of Dalkey, Dublin with excellent homestay accommodation all within 30 minutes travel to the school, for ages 12-17. You can choose between Day School and Homestay Programmes. Dublin teenager programme pages 16-18
Year-round Young Learners For those who would like to organise a group of children to come to London or Dublin, we would be pleased to design a programme for you. We can include tuition, accommodation, airport transfers, activities and excursions. London Year-round Young Learners page 15 Dublin Year-round Young Learners page 19
ACCREDITATIONS
Frances King is a member of Quality English, the organisation of leading independent English language schools.
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Frances King is also a member of IALC,the International Association of Language Centres.
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Frances King School of English - London is accredited by The British Council for the teaching of English as a Foreign Language.
Frances King School of English - London is a member of English UK, the organisation of accredited teaching establishments.
Frances King School of English - Dublin is recognised by ACELS, a service of Quality and Qualifications Ireland, for English language teaching.
Frances King School of English - Dublin is a member of MEI.
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LOCATION
Parents and their children study in the same locations. The summer programme takes place in our Belgravia school, near Victoria station. The winter, spring and autumn programmes take place in our Kensington school, opposite Gloucester Road station. AGE
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Children of ages 6-16 are accepted. A parent or guardian of a 6 year old must also take a programme or remain in the school during lesson times.The minimum age for adult in charge is 21.
London Family Programme Family study holiday in the heart of London. Courses for children aged 6-16 and optional courses for parents and other family members. We can arrange accommodation in homestays, studios and apartments and the whole family can enjoy an activity programme. Programmes available in spring, summer, autumn and winter.
London Family Junior
London Family Adult
This fun course is designed for young learners. The emphasis is on spoken English and communication. Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning and there is a visit to a local place of interest or sports on Friday afternoon in Hyde Park.
While their children are at school, parents and other family members have the option of taking a course at Frances King. Our adult programmes focus on spoken English and there is also concentrated language skills practice.
COURSE FACTS LONDON FAMILY JUNIOR Class size
PRIVATE LESSONS AND MINI GROUPS
After group classes, we can also arrange private lessons for children, to concentrate on a particular skill or language area. We can also offer private lessons and Mini Group tuition for children at other times of the year. Please ask for more details.
Avarage 12 / maximum 14
Avarage 8 / maximum 10
A1 and over
A2 and over (summer A1 and over)
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“We all enjoyed our course and really improved our English. The school is very friendly and looked after our family very well.” Alejandro Artiles Vizcaino, Gema Nuez and family, Spain
LONDON FAMILY ADULT
Lessons/week Hours/week Timetable
16h 40m
16h 40m
Monday to Friday 9.00-13.00
Monday to Friday 9.00-12.45
START DATES Winter Programme 2017/2018 2017:
March 26 (1-6 weeks) April 3 (1-5 weeks)
December 18 (1-6 weeks) December 27 (1-5 weeks)
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April 9 (1-4 weeks)
April 16 (1-3 weeks)
2018:
January 2 (1-4 weeks)
Spring Programme 2018
April 23 (1-2 weeks)
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April 30 (1 week)
January 8 (1-3 weeks)
January 15 (1-2 weeks) January 22 (1 week)
Summer Programme 2018
TRINITY SPOKEN ENGLISH TEST
June 11 (1-11 weeks)
Children and adults on a course of 2 weeks or more in the summer have the option to take a Trinity Spoken English test, an internationally recognised examination, suitable for all levels.
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Week commencing December 27, 2017: 12 lessons/week. December 25 and 26 are public holidays.
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Week commencing January 2: 16 lessons/ week. Monday, January 1 is a public holiday.
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Week commencing March 26: 16 lessons /week. Friday, March 30 is a public holiday.
January 14 (1-3 weeks)
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Week commencing April 3: 16 lessons / week. Monday, April 3 is a public holiday.
January 28 (1 week)
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Week commencing December 24: 12 lessons/week. December 25 and 26 are public holidays.
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Week commencing December 31: 16 lessons/week. Tuesday, January 1, 2019, is a public holiday.
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December 24 (1-6 weeks) December 31 (1-5 weeks)
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Autumn Programme 2018
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London Family Programme Accommodation
We can offer a variety of accommodation suitable for families, all located in excellent and safe locations within walking distance, or well connected with public transport to our school.
Studios and Apartments
Homestay Staying in a Homestay is by far the most cost-effective way of living in London. Our hosts are friendly and welcoming and located in residential areas approximately 15-45 minutes from the school by public transport. Staying with a homestay is also the best way to learn about English life and culture and the opportunity for you and your family to practise your English.
If you prefer to be independent we offer studios, apartments and hotels. Our apartments and studios provide the comfort of a hotel at a lower price, include private bathrooms and kitchens and are in excellent locations for our schools. We can also offer a range of 2, 3, 4 and 5 star hotels and other apartments for larger groups in central London. Please contact us for more information.
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2 Chelsea Cloisters ***
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• Modern, stylish, self-contained studios (for 2 people) and 1 bedroom apartments (for 2-4 people)
• Attractively designed, self-contained serviced studios (for 2 people) and 1 bedroom (for 1-3 people) and 2 bedroom apartments (for 2-4 people)
• Modern, stylish, self-contained serviced 2 bedroom apartments (for 4/5 people)
• Available all year, minimum stay 1 week
Putney Bridge, 25 • Location: Zone 2, minutes by underground to Frances King. Located in Fulham, near restaurants and bars. A short walk to fashionable shops and nearby Fulham Palace Gardens and the River Thames.
• Luxury central London apartments near our schools: studios, 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms, in areas such as Kensington, Chelsea, Earls Court, Pimlico, Knightsbridge and Belgravia. The apartments are let while the owner is away. Please advise us on london@francesking.com to be sure you will get the best available price and we’ll put you in touch with the organisers for more details of properties available for your preferred dates. Please inform us of dates of stay, number of adults and children, preferred location, budget per night. We will get back to you with the possible options.
• Available all year, minimum stay 1 week Gloucester Road, • Location: Zone 1, less than 5 minutes’ walk to Frances King Kensington, about 15 minutes by underground to Frances King Belgravia. Located in Kensington, near fashionable restaurants, cafes and bars and a short walk to Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens and world-famous museums.
South Kensington, • Location: Zone 1, about 15 minutes’ walk to Frances King in Kensington and about 20 minutes by foot and underground to Frances King Belgravia. Located near the fashionable shops, cafes and restaurants of Chelsea and a short walk to world-famous museums.
• Available all year, minimum stay 1 week
Standard Homestay **
Premium Homestay ***
• Good homes in pleasant areas with kind hosts
• Superior homes in excellent areas
• Location: Zone 1, 2 (and zone 3 from JuneSeptember)
• Location: Zone 1, 2 (and zone 3 from June-September)
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• Choose between:
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Single Bed and Breakfast Twin/double Bed and Breakfast Single Half-board Twin/double Half-board
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Single Bed and Breakfast Twin/double Bed and Breakfast Single Half-board Twin/double Half-board
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Prices for studios and apartments are for bookings of 7 nights or more, 1-6 night prices on request.
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Hotels Our 3 and 4 star hotels, offering breakfast every day, are carefully selected for good value and quality and are close to our schools. Prices may vary depending on the time of year.
Finsbury Park
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Zone 3
Highbury & Islington
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Marylebone
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FRANCES KING SCHOOLS
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LOCATION
Children and parents can enjoy studying in a 17th century Georgian building with modern teaching facilities in the heart of the city centre. The school location, either in Merrion Square or a nearby annex, is the perfect spot to discover Dublin with your family.
AGE
AGES
Children of ages 6-16 are accepted. A parent or guardian of a 6 year old must also take a programme or remain in the school during lesson times.The minimum age for adult in charge is 21.
Dublin Family Programme Family study holiday in the heart of Dublin. Courses for children aged 6-16 and optional courses for parents and other family members. We can arrange accommodation in homestays, studios and apartments and the whole family can enjoy an activity programme. Programmes available in summer and take place in our Merrion Square school or nearby annexe.
Dublin Family Junior This fun course is designed for young learners. The emphasis is on spoken English and communication. Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
Levels
PRIVATE LESSONS
After group classes, we can also arrange private lessons for children, to concentrate on a particular skill or language area. We can also offer private lessons and Mini Group tuition for children at other times of the year. Please ask for more details.
Lessons/week Hours/week Timetable
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DAY SCHOOL FOR TEENAGERS
For children aged 12-17, we can also offer our Dublin Teenager Programme Day School in Dalkey. See pages 16-18
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Wood Quay
Temple Bar Dublin Castle
Christchurch Cathedral
Trinity College Dublin National Gallery
National Museum of Ireland
LUAS Tram Line
DART Train Line
Merrion Square
St Stephen’s Green
Portobello
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DUBLIN FAMILY ADULT
Avarage 12 / maximum 15
Avarage 12 / maximum 15
A1 and over
A1 and over
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16h 40m
16h 40m
Monday to Friday 9.00-13.00
Monday to Friday 9.00-12.45
Summer Family Programme 2018 June 11 (1-11 weeks)
July 23 (1-5 weeks)
June 25 (1-9 weeks)
August 7 (1-3 weeks)
June 18 (1-10 weeks) July 2 (1-8 weeks) July 9 (1-7 weeks)
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DUBLIN FAMILY JUNIOR
START DATES
July 16 (1-6 weeks)
Classes are in the morning – families are free in the afternoon to enjoy Dublin’s many attractions and to take part in the special family activity programme 3 days a week or join the adult activity programme which runs every day.
While their children are at school, parents and other adult family members have the option of taking a course at Frances King. Our adult programmes focus on spoken English and there is also concentrated language skill practice.
COURSE FACTS Class size
“On my first day I was nervous, but very quickly I could see that the atmosphere at Frances King was friendly and that the school was full of people who were ready to help and make me feel comfortable” Chiara Angeloni (9 years) in Dublin with her brother Leonardo and family, Italy
Dublin Family Adult
July 30 (1-4 weeks)
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August 13 (1-2 weeks) August 20 (1 week)
Week commencing August 7, 2018: 16 lessons/week. August 6 is a public holiday.
Dublin Family Programme Accommodation
We can offer a variety of accommodation suitable for families, all located in excellent and safe locations within walking distance, or well connected with public transport to our school. Homestay
Studios, Apartments and Hotels We offer a wide range of high quality serviced studios and apartments located in the city centre within 30 minutes walking distance of our school in Merrion Square. These offer more independent living for your family and the opportunity to experience Dublin as a local. They are fully serviced, bed linen is changed and the studio or apartment cleaned weekly. These options offer the comfort of a hotel at lower prices and include a private bathroom and kitchen.
1 Studios ***
2 Apartments ***
• High quality self-contained studios (1-2 people) offering single, double and twin beds
• Luxurious serviced 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and houses (1-6 people) in excellent areas close to the school
• Available in summer only, minimum stay 1 week
• Available in summer only, minimum stay 1 week
• Location: Multiple locations, all within walking distance of Frances King School and Dublin city centre
• Location: Multiple locations, all within walking distance of Frances King School and Dublin city centre
Our homestays are friendly and welcoming and located in residential areas with a travel time of approximately 15-45 minutes to the school. Staying with a homestay is the best way to learn about Irish life and culture and the opportunity for you and your family to practise your English. Our homestays are half-board and offer breakfast and dinner every day and lunch in the weekend.
Standard Homestay **
Hotels Our excellent range of 3, 4 and 5 star hotels, offering breakfast everyday, are carefully selected for their quality and good value. They are all within 5 minutes’ walk to our school. Prices available on request.
Premium Homestay ***
• Good homes in pleasant areas with kind hosts
• Superior homes in excellent areas
• Location: Mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, 14, 16, 18 & South County Dublin
• Location: Mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, & South County Dublin
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• Single Half-board • Twin/double Half-board
• Single Half-board • Twin/double Half-board
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Free WiFi
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Dublin Castle Christchurch Cathedral
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TEENAGER PROGRAMME
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English Language Programme with exciting workshops, activities and excursions
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Students choose a theme – Discover London, Fashion, Art & Design or Sports Fan and some classes and activities relate to the interest
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Students can also choose weekly Young Leader workshops
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Kensington is one of central London’s finest areas
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The entrance is in beautiful Kensington Square, near High Street Kensington underground station, with many shops and the new Design Museum on our door step
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Kensington Place and the museum district (The Science, Victoria & Albert and Natural History Museums) are just a walk away
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Teenager Programmes Unique campus in Kensington, central London, for teenagers aged 12-17. As well as English language, students choose a theme, Discover London, Fashion, Art & Design or Sports Fan and some classes and activities match their interest. Accommodation is on campus and there is a day school only for students in London with their family.
LOCATION
London Teenager Residential
London Teenager Day School
Students live on campus in a multi-storey residence. There are 11 single rooms per floor with separate male and female floors. One or two staff members stay on each floor. There is Wi-Fi throughout. Each room has a wash basin and Internet point. Showers and toilets are shared. All meals are taken on campus except excursion day. There is a choice of options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including a vegetarian option and other special diets such as gluten free. Halal meat is available.
COURSE FACTS LONDON TEENAGER RESIDENTIAL / DAY SCHOOL Class size
Avarage 10 / maximum 15
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A2 and above
Lessons/week
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The programme takes place at Heythrop College, a small self-contained campus which is part of the University of London
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The campus is arranged around a lovely garden. A unique, private environment in the centre of Kensington.
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Tuition and afternoon activities as for the residential programme, 6 days a week, without accommodation. Lunch is included. Dinner can be arranged as an extra. Students should be dropped off at 8.30 and collected again at 17.45 or after dinner, from Monday to Saturday.
Timetable
20h Monday to Saturday (except Thursday) 9.00-13.00 + Afternoon Activities Thursday Full day excursion
START DATES AND LENGTH London Teenager Residential 1 week course: (6 nights) July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5 2 week course: (13 nights) July 1, 15, 29
Maximum of 75 residential students and 30 day students so close supervision and personal attention is guaranteed
3 week course: (20 nights) July 1, 22 4 week course: (27 nights) July 1, 15 6 week course: (41 nights): July 1
London Teenager Day School July 2 (1-6 weeks) July 9 (1-5 weeks)
July 16 (1-4 weeks) July 23 (1-3 weeks) July 30 (1-2 weeks) August 6 (1 week)
Arrivals are on Sundays, departures on Saturdays. Participants must be 16 or 17 to join for more than 27 nights. INCLUDED
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ü Full board residential accommodation on campus
Most students are individuals. A limited number of small groups may be accepted.
ü Tuition and materials ü Lunch ü Activity programme ü Weekly excursions ü Supervision by our staff
INCLUDED ü Tuition and materials ü Lunch ü Activity programme ü Weekly excursions ü Supervision by our staff ü Medical & travel insurance
ü Medical & travel insurance
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TRINITY SPOKEN ENGLISH TEST
Students on a course of 2 weeks or more have the option to take a Trinity Spoken English test, an internationally recognized examination, suitable for all levels. 12
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TEENAGER PROGRAMME - EXAMPLE WEEK SUNDAY
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TEENAGER PROGRAMME
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English Language Programme of 20 lessons a week – focus is on spoken English, with structured language input, and a skills session for everyday English conversation, talking about sport or fashion and Trinity examination preparation
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Workshops for Discover London, Fashion, Art & Design, and Sports Fan and visits and excursions related to the option
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Optional Young Leader workshop once every two weeks
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Action-packed activity programme
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For the residential programme an evening activities on and off campus including visits to shopping centres and West End shows
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Weekly full day excursions take place in the London area or nearby where there is a wealth of attractions such as a river trip to Greenwich and a bus or train journey to Windsor or Brighton
Late breakfast, Kensington Gardens, shopping & games
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SATURDAY
Focus on Spoken English and Skills Sessions: Conversation, talking about sport or fashion, Trinity examination preparation
Focus on Spoken English and Skills Sessions: Conversation, talking about sport or fashion, Trinity examination preparation
LUNCH Discover London
Option Trip
LUNCH
Option Workshops
School Trip
School Trip
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Discover London Buckingham Palace
Discover London: Tower of London
St. Paul’s Cathedral
Personal trainer
Bank of England
Portobello market
Fashion, Art & Design
The Mall
St. James’s Park
Fashion, Art & Design: Camden Market
Sports Fan: Football stadium tour
British Music Experience
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DINNER
19.00 - 20.00
FREE TIME
Harrods Department Store
EVENING ACTIVITIES
20.00 - 22.00
A selection of activities on and off campus including: night tours, shopping centre visits, optional West End theatre visits, computer room, movie night, cultural cafes, creative writing, film making, photo challenges, sports and others.
• Department store visit
• British Culture including afternoon tea
• Fashion and Design Museums
• Museum visits – British, Science Museums
SPORTS FAN
• Street markets
• Student fashion show and photo shoot
YOUNG LEADER
• Tour of Chelsea or Wembley Stadium
• Team building
• Wimbledon Tennis Museum
• Presenting ideas
• Football and baseball in the park Frances King School of English
English and optional activity programmes in Kensington, central London, for groups of students aged 14 and over with a leader. Choose residential accommodation (ages 14-18) or homestay accommodation (ages 16 and over).
Located about 30 minutes from the school by public transport Ensuite single, twin or triple rooms, 24 hour reception, on-site café, outdoor space.
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Guided walking tours
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Major attractions such as Kensington Place, London Eye, Madame Tussauds, Tower of London, St Pauls Cathedral, Tower Bridge and the Monument
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FASHION, ART AND DESIGN
• Sightseeing – London’s top attractions
• Climbing wall
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Young Learners
Students of 16 and over, studying for 2 weeks or more, can usually join multi-national classes. Students under 16 can join multinational classes, if they take morning classes in these periods only: Winter December 18, 2017 – January 26, 2018 Spring March 26 – May 4, 2018 Summer June 11 – August 24, 2018 Autumn October 22 – November 2, 2018
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DISCOVER LONDON
Students aged 16 and 17, with parental permission, may leave the campus in pairs or small groups after dinner until evening activities start.
Located in zones 2 and 3, travel time to Frances King is about 15-45 minutes
We can propose a programme of activities
WORKSHOPS AND VISIT - EXAMPLES
FREE TIME
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Homestays arranged by Frances King
Day Trip
13.00 - 14.00 14.00 - 18.00
THURSDAY
Breakfast
8.00 - 9.00 9.00 - 13.00
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London Year-round
• Public speaking • Debating
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Museum and gallery visits
Boat trips to Greenwich or Hampton Court Bicester shopping village, Harry Potter studio tour
Full day excursions outside London – Windsor, Cambridge, Oxford, Stratford and so on
Evening activities such as shopping centre visits, musicals and fish and chips supper 2- StayClub Residence
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons for 1-3 students can be arranged in our Kensington school all year. Please ask for details. Frances King School of English
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Teenager Programmes TEENAGER PROGRAMME
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English Language Programme with Workshops and a full sporting and cultural activities programme
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For individuals and groups - a safe and enjoyable environment for teenagers
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Superb school located in the beautiful coastal village of Dalkey in South County Dublin
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Dalkey is an urban oasis on the east coast of Ireland just half an hour by DART train to Dublin city centre. A warm welcoming atmosphere awaits you there
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Beautiful campus on Dublin seaside for teenagers aged 12-17. English language and a full sports and cultural activity programme. Accommodation is with welcoming homestays nearby and there is a day school only for students in Dublin with their family.
LOCATION
Dublin Teenager Homestay
Dublin Teenager Day School
Students stay with carefully selected host families in Dalkey and surrounding villages. Many of our host families are walking distance to the school. If they are not Frances King will provide a travel card for the student. There is a maximum of 3 students per host family. No student will be placed with another student of the same nationality unless requested. Families provide full board to the students with a packed lunch on afternoons when there are activities. Students live as part of the family for the duration of their stay.
COURSE FACTS DUBLIN TEENAGER HOMESTAY / DAY SCHOOL
With its castles, panoramic scenery, markets, hills, cafes and restaurants, this picturesque village is extremely safe and perfect to place young international learners
Class size
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Classrooms overlook the spectacular coastline and there are excellent sporting facilities
A1 and over
Lessons/week
20 / 23
Hours/week
CAMPUS
The school is located by the sea only a 5 minute walk to the village centre
Avarage 10 / maximum 15
Levels
Timetable
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Tuition and afternoon activities on 5 days a week (Monday to Friday, 9.00-17.00) with a full day excursion by coach at the weekend.
16h 40m / 19h 10m Monday to Friday 9.00-13.00 + Afternoon Activities Weekend Full day excursion
START DATES AND LENGTH
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Dublin Teenager Homestay
1. Reception 2. Classrooms 3. Canteen and recreation rooms 4. Sports hall 5. Football court 6. Hockey pitch
Individuals and groups are accepted
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June 25 (1-6 weeks)
July 8 (2-4 weeks)
July 9 (1-4 weeks)
July 15 (2-3 weeks) July 22 (2 weeks)
Arrivals are on Sundays, departures on Saturdays.
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STUDENTS
June 24 (2-6 weeks) July 1 (2-5 weeks)
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Dublin Teenager Day School
July 2 (1-5 weeks)
July 16 (1-3 weeks) July 23 (1-2 weeks) July 30 (1 week)
INCLUDED
INCLUDED
ü Full board homestay
ü Tuition and materials
ü Tuition and materials
ü Activity programme
ü Activity programme
ü Weekly excursions
ü Weekly excursions
ü Supervision by our staff
ü Supervision by our staff
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Dublin Year-round • •
ACCOMMODATION
Homestay accommodation arranged by Frances King for an authentic Irish family experience Travel time to Frances King is about 15-45 minutes
Young Learners
English and optional activity programmes in Merrion Square, central Dublin, for groups of students aged 12 and over with a leader. Tuition is in morning or afternoon classes, and accommodation is in welcoming homestays.
TUITION
Tuition in closed groups, morning or afternoon classes. Students of age 16 and over studying for 2 weeks or more may join international classes. TEENAGER PROGRAMME EXAMPLE WEEK SUNDAY
TEENAGER PROGRAMME
The programme consists of: •
English Language Programme of 20 lessons a week with a focus on spoken English
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One afternoon a week there is a Young Leader workshop including team building, public speaking, presenting ideas and debating
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Afternoon sporting and cultural activities and one evening activity
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A full day excursion every weekend to a place of interest
MONDAY
8.00 - 9.00
THURSDAY
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SATURDAY
13.00 - 14.00
Full day excursion by coach to Glendalough
Free time with host family
English Language Classes
Lunch with host family
Packed lunch at the school
Packed lunch on coach tour
14.00 - 18.00
ACTIVITIES
We can propose a programme of activities
Morning or afternoon activities •
National Gallery of Ireland
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Coastal Tour
• • • • Guided tour of the National Gallery of Ireland
Football tournament in the school’s sports hall
Dublinia – Experience Viking & Medieval Dublin
Visit to Dublin Zoo
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Basketball tournament in the school’s sports hall
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Dinner with hostfamily
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Natural History Museum The Phoenix Park Dublinia
Dublin Castle
St Patrick’s Cathedral Wax Museum
Guinness Storehouse
Trinity College and the Book of Kells Dublin Zoo
Evening activities
19.00 - 22.00
Free time with host family
Free time with host family
Free time in Dalkey
Free time in Dalkey
Movie night in the school
Free time in Dalkey
Free time with host family
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Irish Dancing
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Cinema
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Bowling
Greyhound Racing
Weekend full day excursions • Kilkenny Castle • Powerscourt Townhouse Gardens • Glendalough • The Cliffs of Moher • The Giant’s Causeway
FREE TIME
In the evenings students socialise with their host families or together in small groups in the village. We offer 24 hour support to all our students.
FRIDAY
9.00 - 13.00
18.00 - 19.00
Every weekend, students go on a full day excursion by coach to a place of interest outside Dublin including Kilkenny, Powerscourt Gardens and Waterfall and Glendalough
WEDNESDAY
Breakfast with hostfamily
Free time with host family
WEEKLY EXCURSION
TUESDAY
YOUNG LEADER Choose our exciting Young Leader workshop on one afternoon per week from 14.00 to 17.00
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons for 1-3 students can be arranged in our Merrion Square school all year. Please ask for details. Frances King School of English
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