Frances King Junior

2017

Programmes for Families and Young Learners

London & Dublin

We’ll get you speaking English

40+

Years Experience in Teaching

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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. Our aim is to provide enjoyable learning experiences of lasting personal value, with an emphasis on spoken English.

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.

Some programmes offer options in others we offer exciting activity programmes. We try to use the resources of the wonderful cities where our schools are, while taking every precaution to ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants throughout their stay.

We will make every effort to integrate different nationalities and help students make friends with each other and leave knowing that they now have real friends across the world.

Best wishes for a wonderful stay at Frances King!

Our Programmes London and Dublin Family Programmes

London Teenager Programmes

Dublin Teenager Programmes

Dublin High School Programme

English language programmes 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.

English language programmes and activities in a superb, self-contained residential campus in Kensington, central London, for ages 12-17.

English language programmes 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.

Secondary school programme in a Dublin school, benefitting from the excellent Irish education system living with a host family, for ages 12-18.

For London family programmes go to pages 4-7

Choose between

Choose between

For Dublin family programmes go to pages 8-11

Day School

Day School

Residential Programme

Homestay Programme

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London Family Programmes • Family study holiday in the heart of London.

Programme for children aged 6-16 and optional course 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

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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

For children aged 12-17 we can also offer our London Teenager Programme - Day School in Kensington Pages 12-15

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.

LOCATION The summer programme for children takes place in our Belgravia school, near Victoria station, and adults have time to drop off their children and go to our nearby school in Kensington if they wish to study too. The winter, spring and autumn programmes take place in our Kensington schools for both children and adults.

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TRINITY SPOKEN ENGLISH TEST

ONE-TO-ONE AND MINI GROUPS

Children on a course of 2 weeks or more in the summer have the option to take a Trinity Spoken English test, an internationally recognized examination, suitable for all levels. Preparation for Trinity and Examination Fee: £120

After group classes, we can also arrange One-to-One sessions for children, to concentrate on a particular skill or language area. We can also offer One-to-One sessions and Mini Group tuition for children at other times of the year. Please ask for more details.

YOUR FREE TIME

HOW TO APPLY

Classes are in the mornings families are free in the afternoons to enjoy London’s many attractions and to take part in a special activity programme, 2 or 3 days a week. There are also weekend excursions.

Go to this page on our website, where you can find more information and our terms and conditions. You can apply online or download an application form and send by email, fax or post. www.francesking.com/ school-of-english-london/ programmes/family-programmes

London Family Junior (FJ)

London Family Junior (FA)

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.

PROGRAMME FACTS

PROGRAMME FACTS

16h 40m 9.00-13.00 TUITION TIME

20

SESSIONS PER WEEK

16h 40m 9.00-13.00

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

12-15

CLASS SIZE

MINIMUM LEVEL

TUITION TIME

20

A1

SESSIONS PER WEEK

LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK 1-3 WEEKS

4-7 WEEKS

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

8-10

CLASS SIZE

MINIMUM LEVEL MINIMUM LEVEL SUMMER

A2 A1

LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK

8-11 WEEKS

1-3 WEEKS

£300 £250 £230

4-7 WEEKS

8-11 WEEKS

£360 £300 £276

Notes LENGTH AND START DATES Winter Programme 2016/2017 2016 December 19 (1-6 weeks) December 28 (1-5 weeks)1 2017 January 3 (1-4 weeks)2 January 9 (1-3 weeks) January 16 (1-2 weeks) January 23 (1 week) Spring Programme 2017 March 20 (1-5 weeks) March 27 (1-4 weeks) April 3 (1-3 weeks) April 10 (1-2 weeks)3 April 18 (1 week)4 Summer Programme 2017 June 12 (1-11 weeks) June 19 (1-10 weeks) June 26 (1-9 weeks) July 3 (1-8 weeks) July 10 (1-7 weeks) July 17 (1-6 weeks) July 24 (1-5 weeks) July 31 (1-4 weeks) August 7 (1-3 weeks) August 14 (1-2 weeks) August 21 (1 week) Autumn Programme 2017 October 23 (1-2 weeks) October 31 (1 week)

Winter Programme 2017/2018 2017 December 18 (1-6 weeks) December 27 (1-5 weeks)5 2018 January 2 (1-4 weeks) January 8 (1-3 weeks) January 15 (1-2 weeks) January 22 (1 week) WHAT IS INCLUDED Placement test, tuition, materials, certificates.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED Medical travel and course insurance, airport transfers, accommodation, travel and excursions and weekend activities.

NOTES ON COURSE DATES

Week commencing December 28, 2016: 12 lessons/week. December 26 and 27 are public holidays.

2 Week commencing January 3, 2017: 16 lessons / week. January 2 is a public holiday.

3 Week commencing April 10, 2017: 16 lessons/week. Friday, April 14 is a public holiday.

4 Week commencing April 17, 2017: 16 lessons/week. Monday, April 17 is a public holiday.

5 Week commencing December 27, 2017: 12 lessons / week.

December 25 and 26 are public holidays.

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We can offer a variety of accommodation suitable for families, all located in excellent central locations, close to public transport and our schools. We can offer Homestays, Studios, Apartments and Hotels all year round.

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• Modern, stylish, self-contained studios (for 2 people) and 1 bedroom apartments (for 2-4 people) • Located in Kensington, near fashionable restaurants, cafes and bars and a short walk to Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens and world-famous museums • Frances King guests have free use of coffee machine, laundry and gym

• Attractively designed, self-contained serviced studios (for 2 people) and 1 bedroom (for 1-3 people) and 2 bedroom apartments (for 2-4 people) • Located in South Kensington, near the fashionable shops, cafes and restaurants of Chelsea and a short walk to worldfamous museums

• Modern, stylish, self-contained serviced 2 bedroom apartments (for 4/5 people) • Located in Fulham, near restaurants and bars. A short walk to fashionable shops and nearby Fulham Palace Gardens and the River Thames.

LOCATION

LOCATION

LOCATION

Zone 1, Gloucester Road, less than 5 minutes’ walk to Frances King Kensington, about 15 minutes by underground to Frances King Belgravia

Zone 1, South Kensington, about 15 minutes’ walk to Frances King in Kensington and about 20 minutes by foot and underground to Frances King Belgravia

Zone 2, Putney Bridge, 25 minutes by underground to Frances King

MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY

MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY

MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY

1 week, all year

1 week, all year

1 week, all year

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

SELF CATERING

WI-FI

SELF CATERING

PRIVATE BATHROOM

PRICE/NIGHT/APARTMENT D910 Studio:

D912 1 bedroom apartment:

£160

£231

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Facilities fee: one payment £120 per studio or apartment

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A410 Studio:

A411 1 bedroom apartment:

A412 2 bedroom apartment:

£108

£148

£203

Facilities fee: one payment £120 per studio or apartment

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WI-FI

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PRICE/NIGHT/APARTMENT A602 2 bedroom apartment:

£208

£90 supplement per week for air mattress for 5th person

Facilities fee: one payment £120 per studio or apartment

Prices for studios and apartments are for bookings of 7 nights or more, 1-6 night prices on request.

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.

We can arrange Standard and Premium homestays: • Bed & Breakfast - breakfast everyday • Half-Board - breakfast and dinner everyday

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Premium ***

• Good homes in pleasant areas with kind hosts • Shared bathroom facilities

• Superior homes in excellent areas • Shared or private bathroom facilities

LOCATION

LOCATION

Zone 1, 2 (and zone 3 from June-September)

Zone 1, 2 (and zone 3 from June-September)

PRICE/WEEK/PERSON

PRICE/WEEK/PERSON

A2 A3 Single Twin Bed & Breakfast: Bed & Breakfast:

£158

£143

A5 Single Half Board:

A6 Twin Half Board:

£199

£172

Facilities fee: one payment £120 per homestay

A7 A8 Single Twin Bed & Breakfast: Bed & Breakfast:

£191

£163

A10 Single Half Board:

A11 Twin Half Board:

£241

£201

Supplement for private bathroom: £45 per room, per week Facilities fee: one payment £120 per homestay

*Christmas homestay supplement: £25 per week

Transfer Prices

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. per person per night (3 star) From

£60

per person per night (4 star) From

£80

Facilities fee: one payment £120 per hotel

For 1-3 people travelling to the same address

Single transfer for 4-7 people travelling to the same address

Heathrow

£95 single, £180 return

£120

Gatwick

£115 single, £215 return

£160

Stansted/ Luton

£140 single, £270 return

£160

London City Airport

£95 single, £180 return

£125

London Railway Stations

£80 single, £150 return

£110

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Dublin Family Programmes • Family study holiday in the heart of Dublin.

Programmes for children aged 6-16 and optional course 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

“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

• Children aged 6-16 are accepted. The minimum age for the adult in charge is 21

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ONE-TO-ONE

LOCATION

YOUR FREE TIME

HOW TO APPLY

After group classes, we can also arrange One-to-One sessions for children, to concentrate on a particular skill or language area. We can also offer One-to-One sessions and Mini Group tuition for children at other times of the year. Please ask for more details.

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.

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.

Go to this page on our website, where you can find more information and our terms and conditions.

You can apply online or download an application form and send by email, fax or post. www.francesking.com/ school-of-englishdublin/programmes/ family-programmes

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Dublin Family Junior (FJ)

Dublin Family Junior (FA)

Dublin Family Junior

Dublin 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.

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.

PROGRAMME FACTS

PROGRAMME FACTS

16h 40m 9.00-13.00 TUITION TIME

20

SESSIONS PER WEEK

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

12-15

CLASS SIZE

MINIMUM LEVEL

A1

DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK 1-3 WEEKS

4-7 WEEKS

8-11 WEEKS

€240 €225 €205

16h 40m 9.00-12.45 TUITION TIME

20

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

12-15

SESSIONS PER WEEK

CLASS SIZE

MINIMUM LEVEL

A1

DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK 1-3 WEEKS

4-7 WEEKS

8-11 WEEKS

€200 €190 €170

Notes LENGTH AND START DATES Summer Programme 2017 June 12 (1-11 weeks) June 19 (1-10 weeks) June 26 (1-9 weeks) July 3 (1-8 weeks) July 10 (1-7 weeks) July 17 (1-6 weeks) July 24 (1-5 weeks) July 31 (1-4 weeks) August 8 (1-3 weeks)1 August 14 (1-2 weeks) August 21 (1 week) WHAT IS INCLUDED Placement test, tuition, materials, certificates.

Week commencing August 8, 2017: 16 lessons / week.

August 7 is a public holiday in Ireland.

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WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED Medical travel and course insurance, airport transfers, accommodation, travel and excursions and weekend activities.

For children aged 12-17, we can also offer our Dublin Teenager Programme Day School in Dalkey.

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Dublin Family Programmes

Accommodation and Transfers

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. We can offer studios, apartments, hotels and homestays.

Studios and Apartments 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 comforts of a hotel at lower prices and include a private bathroom and kitchen.

1 Serviced Studios *** • High quality self-contained studios (1-2 people) offering single, double and twin beds • Suitable for families

• Luxurious serviced 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and houses (1-6 people) in excellent areas close to the school • Perfect for families

LOCATION

LOCATION

Multiple locations, all within walking distance of Frances King School and Dublin city centre

Multiple locations, all within walking distance of Frances King and Dublin city centre

MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY

MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY

1 week, summer only

1 week, summer only

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

SELF CATERING

WI-FI

PRIVATE BATHROOM

PRICE/WEEK/STUDIO D901 Studio: From

€570 Facilities Fee: one payment £120 / studio or apartment

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2 Serviced Apartments ***

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SELF CATERING

WI-FI

PRIVATE BATHROOM

PRICE/WEEK/APARTMENT D902 1 bedroom (1-3 people): From

€745

D903 2 bedroom (2-4 people): From

€880

D904 3 bedroom (3-6 people): From

€1090

Facilities Fee: one payment £120 / studio or apartment

Prices are for minimum occupancy. A charge of €90 per week applies for each additional occupant. Prices may vary depending on duration of stay and time of the year.

Frances King Schools 1 Frances King – Merrion Square Programmes for adults all year and families in summer FRANCES KING ACCOMMODATION

1 Serviced Studios 2 Serviced Apartments

Homestay

Our homestays are friendly and welcoming and located in residential areas with a travel time within 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.

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Premium ***

• Good homes in pleasant areas with kind hosts • Shared bathroom facilities

• Superior homes in excellent areas • Shared or private bathroom facilities

LOCATION

LOCATION

Mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, 14, 16, 18 & South County Dublin

Mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, & South County Dublin

PRICE / WEEK / ROOM

PRICE / WEEK / ROOM

D5 Single Half Board:

D6 Twin Half Board:

D1 Single Half Board:

D2 Twin Half Board:

Supplement for private bathroom:

€195

€185

€230

€215

room €30 per per week

Facilities Fee: one payment £120 / studio or apartment

Facilities fee: one payment £120 per studio or apartment

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.

Transfer Prices AIRPORT TRANSFER From/To

PRICE / SINGLE TRANSFER (for 1-2 people)

PRICE / SINGLE TRANSFER (for 3-5 people)

Dublin Airport

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€140

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TEENAGER PROGRAMME

CAMPUS

• English language Programme with exciting programme of workshops, activities and excursions • Residential packages for teenagers aged 12-17 • Day school also for students in London with their families or staying with friends or relatives • Superb campus in Kensington Square, central London with garden and 24-hour security • For the residential programme, accommodation is on campus with full board in single rooms with internet access • An English-speaking environment, with teenagers from all over the world

The programme takes place at Heythrop College, a small self-contained campus which is part of the University of London. The entrance is in beautiful Kensington Square, near High Street Kensington underground station in zone 1. The campus itself is arranged around a lovely garden. It is a unique, private and secluded environment in the centre of Kensington.

There is a maximum of 75 residential students and 15 day students so close supervision and personal attention is guaranteed.

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TEACHERS Our teachers are friendly, enthusiastic and caring, offering fun imaginative classes for all ages and abilities.

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PROGRAMME The programme consists of: • English Language Programme of 20 sessions 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 • 4 workshop sessions a week with options for Discover London, Fashion, Art and Design, and Sports Fan and also visits and excursions related to the option. Once a week there is also an optional Young Leader workshop. On other afternoons and in weekends there is an action-packed activity programme and for the residential programme an evening activity programme including visits to shopping centres and West End shows • 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.

WORKSHOPS AND VISIT - EXAMPLES The programme consists of: DISCOVER LONDON • Sightseeing – London’s top attractions • Museum visits – British, Science • British Culture including afternoon tea

FASHION, ART AND DESIGN • Department store visit • Street markets • Fashion and Design Museums • Student fashion show and photo shoot

YOUNG LEADER • Team building • Public speaking • Presenting ideas • Debating

SPORTS FAN • Tour of Chelsea or Arsenal Stadium • Climbing wall • Wimbledon Tennis Museum • Football and baseball in the park

RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMME

DAY SCHOOL PROGRAMME

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.

Tuition and afternoon activities as for the residential programme, 6 days a week, without accommodation.

Lunch is included. Breakfast and dinner can be arranged as an extra. Students should be dropped off at 8.30 and collected again at 17.45 or after dinner.

Showers and toilets are shared. All meals are taken on campus. 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.

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YOUR FREE TIME Students of aged 16 and 17, with parental permission, may leave the campus in pairs or small groups after dinner until evening activities start.

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. Examination Fee: £120

HOW TO APPLY Go to this page on our website, where you can find more information and our terms and conditions. You can apply on line or download an application form and send by email, fax or post. www.francesking.com/schoolof-english-london/programmes/ teenager-programmes

EXAMPLE WEEK SUNDAY

MONDAY

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THURSDAY

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Breakfast Late breakfast, Kensington Gardens, shopping & games

Day Trip 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

13.00 - 14.00 14.00 - 18.00

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

Millenium Bridge

Harrods Department Store

Fashion, Art & Design

The Mall

British Music Experience

Fashion, Art & Design:

Camden Market

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Sports Fan

St. James’s Park

Sports Fan: Football stadium tour

Young Leader

18.00 - 19.00

DINNER

19.00 - 20.00

FREE TIME

20.00 - 22.00

EVENING ACTIVITIES

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.

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London Teenager Residential (LTR)

London Teenager Residential PROGRAMME FACTS

20h

9.00-13.00

TUITION TIME MONDAY TO FRIDAY

20/24 10-15 SESSIONS PER WEEK

CLASS SIZE

MINIMUM LEVEL

A2

AFTERNOON ACTIVITES LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK

£895

NOTES ON COURSE DATES

Arrivals are on Sundays, departures on Saturdays.

Participants must be 16 or 17 to join for more than 27 nights.

Notes

London Teenager Residential (LTD)

LENGTH AND START DATES 1 week course: (6 nights) July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6 2 week course: (13 nights) July 2, 16, 30 3 week course: (20 nights) July 2, 23 4 week course: (27 nights) July 2, 16 6 week course: (41 nights): July 2

London Teenager Day School Tuition and afternoon activities as for the residential programme with lunch but without accommodation.

Dinner is an optional extra.

Students should be dropped off at 8.30 and collected again at 17.45 or after dinner, from Monday to Saturday.

WHAT IS INCLUDED Full board residential accommodation, tuition, materials, certificates, activity programme and weekly excursions, supervision by resident staff and medical and travel insurance.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED Transfers from airports or stations, incidental expenses and pocket money, key and damage deposit (£40, payable on arrival), optional musical or concert.

RETURN TRANSFER PRICES For 1-3 people

Price

Heathrow

£180

Gatwick

£215

Stansted/Luton

£270

St Pancras (Eurostar)

£150

PROGRAMME FACTS

20h

9.00-13.00

TUITION TIME MONDAY TO FRIDAY

20/24 10-15 SESSIONS PER WEEK

CLASS SIZE

MINIMUM LEVEL

AFTERNOON ACTIVITES LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK

£575

Notes LENGTH AND START DATES 1-6 weeks: July 3 (1-6 weeks) July 10 (1-5 weeks) July 17 (1-4 weeks) July 24 (1-3 weeks) July 31 (1-2 weeks) August 7 (1 week) WHAT IS INCLUDED Tuition, materials, certificates, lunch, activity programme and weekly excursions, supervision by resident staff and medical and travel insurance.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

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Transfers from airports or stations, incidental expenses and pocket money, optional musical or concert.

NOTES

Certain airlines insist that children aged 12-15 travel as an unaccompanied minor. This means that children must be supervised by an adult from check in until they arrive at Heythrop College and also on the return journey back to check in at the airport.

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Dublin Teenager Programmes Portmarnock Championship Golf Course

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Dollymount Beach

Royal Canal

River Liffey

Phoenix Dublin Zoo Park Christchurch Cathedral

Grand Canal

Royal Dublin Golf Course

Croke Park GAA Stadium

LUAS tram line

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Dun Laoghaire harbour

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YOUNG TEENAGER PROGRAMME • English language programme plus workshop and full sporting and cultural activities programme • Homestay packages for teenagers aged 12-17 • Day school is also available for students who have their own accommodation in Dublin • Superb school located in the beautiful coastal village of Dalkey in South County Dublin • Accommodation in homestays all within 30 minutes’ travel to the school.

If homestay is not within 30 minutes walking distance to the school, Frances King will provide transport.

• For individuals and groups a safe and enjoyable environment for teenagers • Excellent homestays

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Choose our exciting young leader workshop on one afternoon per week from 14.00 to 17.00

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With its castles, panoramic scenery, markets, hills, cafes and restaurants, this picturesque village is extremely safe and perfect to place young international learners.

• English Language Programme of 20 sessions a week with a focus on spoken English • One afternoon a week there are 3 Young Leader Workshop sessions, including team building, public speaking, presenting ideas and debating • Afternoon sporting and cultural activities and some evening activities • A full day excursion every weekend to a place of interest

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The programme consists of:

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Saval Park

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Dalkey Island

Kilkenny Park & Hill

Martello Tower

ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS Students stay with carefully selected homestays that all live close to the school with a maximum of 3 students, usually 2 students. No students 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.

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In the evenings students socialise with their host families or together in small groups in the village.

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We offer 24 hour support to all our students.O

DAY SCHOOL PROGRAMME 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.

PROGRAM L O ME HO C S Tuition and afternoon activities: 5 days a week, from 9.00-17.00, Monday to Friday, with a full day excursion by coach at the weekend.

WEEKLY EXCURSION 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.

HOW TO APPLY Go to this page on our website, where you can find more information and our terms and conditions. You can apply online or download an application form and send by email, fax or post. www.francesking.com/ school-of-englishdublin/programmes/ teenager-programmes

Example Week SUNDAY

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BREAKFAST WITH HOST FAMILY Free time with host family

Full day excursion by coach to Glendalough

English Language Classes 13.00 - 14.00 14.00 - 18.00

LUNCH WITH HOST FAMILY Free time with host family

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PACKED LUNCH ON COACH TOUR

PACKED LUNCH AT THE SCHOOL Guided tour of the National Gallery of Ireland

18.00 - 19.00 19.00 - 22.00

SATURDAY

Football tournament in the school’s sports hall

Tour of Dublinia – Experience Viking & Medieval Dublin

Visit to Dublin Zoo

Basketball tournament in the school’s sports hall

DINNER 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

Dublin Teenager Homestay (DTH)

Dublin Teenager Homestay PROGRAMME FACTS

16h 40m/ 19h 10m TUITION TIME

20/23 10-15 SESSIONS PER WEEK

CLASS SIZE

9.00-13.00 MONDAY TO FRIDAY

MINIMUM LEVEL

AFTERNOON ACTIVITES DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK

€630

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Dublin Teenager Day School (DTD)

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PROGRAMME FACTS

LENGTH AND START DATES 1-6 weeks: June 26 (2-6 weeks) July 3 (2-5 weeks) July 10 (2-4 weeks) July 17 (2-3 weeks) July 24 (2 weeks)

Dublin Teenager Day School

LENGTH AND START DATES June 25 (2-6 weeks) July 2 (2–5 weeks) July 9 (2–4 weeks) July 16 (2-3 weeks) July 23 (2 weeks)

16h 40m/ 19h 10m TUITION TIME

Arrivals are on Sundays, departures on Saturdays.

WHAT IS INCLUDED Full board homestay accommodation, tuition, materials, certificates, activity programme and weekly excursions, supervision by staff.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED Transfers from airport, incidental expenses and pocket money, medical and travel insurance.

20/23 10-15 SESSIONS PER WEEK

CLASS SIZE

9.00-13.00 MONDAY TO FRIDAY

MINIMUM LEVEL

AFTERNOON ACTIVITES DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK

€395

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WHAT IS INCLUDED Tuition, materials, certificates, activity programme and weekly excursions, supervision by staff.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED Transfers from airport, incidental expenses and pocket money, medical and travel insurance, homestay accommodation, travel expenses from and to the school, packed lunch.

TRANSFER PRICES Airport Transfer Prices - Summer Teenager Programme Dalkey All students on the Dublin Teenager Programme must book a return transfer Price Dublin airport 1 person return transfer

€150

Dublin airport 2 people (same flights) return transfer

€200

Dublin airport 3-4 people (same flights) return transfer

€280

Dublin airport 5-8 people (same flights) return transfer

€400

Chaperone Service with Frances King member of staff 1 person return transfer

€300

Chaperone Service with Frances King member of staff 2-3 people (same flights) return transfer

€450

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Frances King places teenagers from 12 to 18 years old in local Irish schools. This is ideal for students who are willing to spend part of their secondary school in an English speaking country, living in a homestay and experiencing Dublin as an Irish student while improving their English fluency. • Our partner schools provide a secure environment for their students. Frances King ensures that safety is the first priority. Each student has a welfare officer who is available as a support for the duration of the programme. • The programme offers great schools well located in good areas of Dublin only 25-40 minutes by train or bus to Dublin city centre.

Our schools are located in picturesque parts of Dublin equipped with the most modern equipment and have excellent sporting facilities.

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Dublin High School Programmes E DUBLIN? S O O CH

The Irish Educational System is highly recommended worldwide and many international students come each year to study in Dublin. We offer the opportunity to integrate with Irish pupils, immerse yourself in Irish culture, improve your English and enjoy yourself with a broad range of activities and subjects.

ACCOMMODATION

YOUR FREE TIME

EXTRA ENGLISH TUITION

HOW TO APPLY

All our homestays live close to the partner schools. They are carefully chosen to ensure our students have an enjoyable stay and experience Irish family life and culture while practising their English.

Students will stay in either single or twin rooms with another student of the same sex and of different nationality.

On a number of evenings each week students will have free time to spend with their host family or alternatively to meet with their friends in the village close to their host families. In the afternoon students can take part in the activity programme, in Frances King or Dublin city centre. Our staff will accompany students on all these activities.There are full day coach tours available every weekend.

For an extra fee, we can also provide extra group or Oneto-One sessions in our school in Merrion Square.

Go to this page on our website, where you can find more information and our terms and conditions.

You can apply online or download an application inform and send by email, fax, or post.

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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: • School fees • Homestay accommodation • Assistance with legal paperwork including Visa applications for non-EU students and exam documents • Regular reports to parents on the student’s academic progress • Guidance in purchasing school books, school uniform, sport clothes, Dublin transport card • Pocket Money service – Frances King will look after any money you want to give your children • Sim card and mobile phone if required

Dublin High

School Programmme This programme is designed for teenagers who want to spend part of their secondary school abroad. Perfect to improve your English while attending an Irish secondary school.

LENGTH OF STAY IN DUBLIN:

Academic year: September - June Term 1: September - December Term 2&3: January - June Age range: 12-18 English Level required: B1 and above For more information on pricing contact dublin@francesking.com or call +353 1 486 6000

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: • Medical insurance – compulsory • Flights to/from Dublin • Local transportation costs • Extra-curricular activities, • Christmas and Easter Holiday accommodation during these periods • School materials • Pocket money for personal use

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How to Enrol Go to our website for more information.

You can apply online or download an application form and send it by email, fax or post. You can also find details of our terms and conditions.

Groups

Email: dublin@francesking.com london@francesking.com

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.

Tel: Dublin: +353 (0) 1 486 6000

London: +44 (0) 20 7870 6533

Please contact: groups@francesking.com

Live Chat: Go to our website for live chat www.francesking.com

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A1

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Beginner

I can understand and speak basic English in familiar situations

I speak very little English

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Elementary

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Upper Intermediate

I speak well but not fluently in a variety of situations.

I can express quite complex ideas, but I find it difficult to understand fast speech of native speakers

Intermediate

I understand and speak quite well in familiar everyday situations

C2

Advanced

I am fluent and confident in expressing myself although I sometimes have problems with more complex ideas or unfamiliar situations

Proficiency

I speak English fluently and understand almost everything, although I sometimes have difficulty with very colloquial English

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There are no classes for 2 weeks from December 18-29, except for the Christmas Course in London and the Family Programme. In 2018 the schools will open again on Tuesday, January 2.

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For details of our Programmes for Adult Learners in London and Dublin, please see our website or ask for a brochure.

Educational Tour Operator

For more information please contact:

Frances King School of English 77 Gloucester Road London SW7 4SS United Kingdom Email: london@francesking.com

Frances King is a member of Quality English, the organisation of leading independent English language schools.

Frances King is also a member of IALC,the International Association of Language Centres.

Our school in London is also accredited

by The British Council, inspected by the ISI and a member of EnglishUK.

Frances King School of English 26 Merrion Square Dublin 2 Ireland Email: dublin@francesking.com

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We are members of English UK, the organisation of accredited teaching establishments.

Our school in Dublin is also recognised

by ACELS. Frances King School of English is recognised by ACELS, a service of Quality and Qualifications Ireland, for English language teaching.

Our sister school in London provides school leavers and university graduates with the skills employers are looking for. www.questprofessional.co.uk

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Booking Office

Tel: +44 20 7870 6533 Fax: +44 20 7341 9771 Email: dublin@francesking.com london@francesking.com Web: www.francesking.com