Accommodation Catalogue 2014
Accommodation Catalogue 2014 Malvern House has an excellent variety of summer and year-round accommodation. Our Accommodation Department works together with professional accommodation providers, in order to provide our clients with quality student accommodation for every budget.
Homestay
TIPS FOR EASY BOOKING
Year Round Residential Accommodation
1. Submit 3 choices of accommodation. If the first choice is not available, we can offer the 2nd or 3rd. 2. Check availability. Please send an email to accommodation@malvernhouse.com. Include the name and dates. If your chosen accommodation is available we will hold your choice for 48 hours before releasing. 3. Always use the Student Number when asking about student bookings to help us locate them faster. Please send bookings to bookings@malvernhouse.com.
• Superior Zone 1-2 • Zone 2 • Zone 3 • Zone 4-5
• Student HouseShare • North Lodge Residence • Liberty Fields Residence
Summer Residences • Nido Kings Cross - Single & Twin
ACCOMMODATION POLICY SUMMARY
Year Round (Other Providers)
We will assist you in finding accommodation suitable for you although your first choice might not always be available. A £40 non-refundable booking fee applies to all accommodation bookings.
• The Stay Club: Willesden • The Stay Club: Camden
Accommodation Cancellation charges will depend on notice given. • Students must be 18 + to stay in a Residence. In most circumstances Students under 18 must stay in a homestay with half board. • Individual terms and conditions apply. Please see the website for full details. For a full list of our terms and conditions please visit our website: www.malvernhouse.com/about-us/terms-and-conditions. Malvern House makes every effort to ensure that the information here is up-to-date but as we are working with partner organisations all details are subject to occasional changes.
Superior Homestay Zones 1 -2
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Description These families offer more sophisticated accommodation , as they have a high standard of décor and are located in prime areas of zones 1 and 2. Occasionally, a standard level accommodation in zone 1 would be offered instead.
LOCATION: Various TRAVEL TIME: 15 - 40 mins ZONE: 1 and 2 NEAREST TUBE: Various ROOM TYPE: Single or Twin (Twin and Double - arrive and depart together only) MEAL TYPE: Breakfast, Half Board, Self Catering KITCHEN: Self Catering - full use. Half Board - no use except hot drinks. Bed & Breakfast - light use dependent on host
What is included
v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry Facilities v All utility bills
Bathrooms: shared. Some ensuite or private according to availability.
INTERNET: Usually but not guaranteed LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Students allowed one laundry service per week, and bedding is changed weekly. Host cleans the communal areas weekly and students clean and tidy their own rooms SECURITY: Keys given by the host upon arrival ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: Latest check-in 11pm. With late arrivals a taxi transfer service is recommended. Check-out in the morning AVAILABLE: Year Round CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks prior to arrival. After arrival, no cancellation for first 4 weeks. See Terms & Conditions MINIMUM BOOKING: 1 week PRICES: Single - H/B: £250 B&B/SC: £230 Twin - H/B: £240 B&B/SC: £220
Homestays are a wonderful opportunity to discover the rich variety of British culture. Staying with a family is an excellent way to practise your English!
Homestay Zone 2
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Description
Hosts in Zone 2 usually work during the day and are at home in the evenings. These are lively, busy areas of London with a wide range of fashionable shops, bars and restaurants usually within easy reach of the homes. Families in the centre of London feature active hosts with fast paced lifestyles and busy schedules. Properties will be more conveniently located but perhaps the houses they live in will not be of the same standard or size as houses located further away from the city centre.
LOCATION: Various TRAVEL TIME: 25 - 60 mins ZONE: 2 NEAREST TUBE: Various ROOM TYPE: Single or Twin (Twin and Double - arrive and depart together only) MEAL TYPE: Self Catering, Bed & Breakfast, Half Board KITCHEN: Self Catering - full use. Half Board - no use except hot drinks. Bed & Breakfast - light use dependent on host BATHROOM: Shared
What is included
v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry Facilities v All utility bills
INTERNET: Usually but not guaranteed LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Students allowed one laundry service per week, and bedding is changed weekly. Host cleans the communal areas weekly and students clean and tidy their own rooms SECURITY: Keys given by the host upon arrival ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: Latest check-in 11pm. With late arrivals a taxi transfer service is recommended. Check-out in the morning AVAILABLE: Year Round CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks prior to arrival. After arrival, no cancellation for first 4 weeks. See Terms & Conditions MINIMUM BOOKING: 1 week PRICES: Single - H/B: £215 B&B/SC: £195 Twin - H/B: £205 B&B/SC: £185
Homestays are a wonderful opportunity to discover the rich variety of British culture. Staying with a family is an excellent way to practise your English!
Homestay Zone 3
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Zone 3 is more residential area, and popular with young professional families. So homes tend to be bigger, and in leafy neighbourhoods, but with excellent transport links to central London.
LOCATION: Various TRAVEL TIME: 35 - 65 mins ZONE: 3 NEAREST TUBE: Various ROOM TYPE: Single or Twin (Twin and Double - arrive and depart together only) MEAL TYPE: Self Catering, Bed&Breakfast, Half Board KITCHEN: Self Catering - full use. Half Board - no use except hot drinks. Bed & Breakfast - light use dependent on host BATHROOM: Shared INTERNET: Usually but not guaranteed LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Students allowed one laundry service per week, and bedding is changed weekly. Host cleans the communal areas weekly and students clean and tidy their own rooms SECURITY: Keys given by the host upon arrival
What is included
v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry Facilities v All utility bills Cafes, bars and restaurants are nearby. Your host will point out the places of interest!
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: Latest check-in 11pm. With late arrivals a taxi transfer service is recommended. Check-out in the morning AVAILABLE: Year Round CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks prior to arrival. After arrival, no cancellation for first 4 weeks. See Terms & Conditions MINIMUM BOOKING: 1 week PRICES: Single - H/B: £190 B&B/SC: £170 Twin - H/B: £180 B&B/SC: £160
Homestays are a wonderful opportunity to discover the rich variety of British culture. Staying with a family is an excellent way to practise your English!
Homestay Zone 4 -5
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Description If you don’t mind travelling a little further, Zone 4-5 is an affordable option in popular family areas. The houses are usually bigger than in Central London and families often have more leisure time. Often the transportation options will be the same as in nearer zones depending on individual journeys.
LOCATION: Various TRAVEL TIME: 40 - 70 mins ZONE: 4 -5 NEAREST TUBE: Various ROOM TYPE: Single or Twin (Twin and Double - arrive and depart together only) MEAL TYPE: Self Catering, Bed&Breakfast, Half Board KITCHEN: Self Catering - full use. Half Board - no use except hot drinks. Bed & Breakfast - light use dependent on host BATHROOM: Shared INTERNET: Usually but not guaranteed LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Students allowed one laundry service per week, and bedding is changed weekly. Host cleans the communal areas weekly and students clean and tidy their own rooms SECURITY: Keys given by the host upon arrival ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: Latest check-in 11pm. With late arrivals a taxi transfer service is recommended. Check-out in the morning
What is included
v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry Facilities v All utility bills Zone 4-5 hosts are located in residential/suburban areas and therefore quieter and greener than central London. Large shopping malls, sports fields and parks are usually within easy reach.
AVAILABLE: Year Round CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks prior to arrival. After arrival, no cancellation for first 4 weeks. See Terms & Conditions MINIMUM BOOKING: 1 week PRICES: Single - H/B: £175 B&B/SC: £145 Twin - H/B: £165 B&B/SC: £135
Homestays are a wonderful opportunity to discover the rich variety of British culture. Staying with a family is an excellent way to practise your English!
Student HouseShare
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Sharing a flat with other students is a great way to experience London and practice speaking English. Located on convenient transportation lines to our campuses. Students share the common areas, bathrooms and kitchen.
What is included
v Free Internet v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry facilities v All utility bills
LOCATION: Willesden Green TRAVEL TIME TO SCHOOL: 25 mins ZONE: 2 NEAREST TUBE: Willesden Green ROOM TYPE: Single, Twin, Double MEAL TYPE: Self catering KITCHEN: large, shared BATHROOM: Shared INTERNET: Included
All bills included. Each flat has between 6 -9 private rooms. All houses have dining areas and some have gardens.
LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Students clean own rooms. Communal areas cleaned once a week by staff. SECURITY: Keys to be picked up at arrival from a member of staff / landlord. The house is occupied by students only.
AVAILABLE: Year round
27 Kenneth Crescent Willesden Green London NW2 4PP
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ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: Sunday to Sunday. 2.00 -11.00 pm.
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CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks MINIMUM BOOKING: 1 week PRICES: £175 per week (single) £145 per week per person (twin/double)
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24 Blenheim Gardens Willesden Green London NW2 4NS click here to see the map on your browser
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Liberty Fields - Studio
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Description Liberty Fields is a small, well-managed student residence, tucked away in a tranquil leafy road in South London. The residence has recently been refurbished to a very high specification and provides students with a secure and comfortable environment. All of the rooms have 2 single beds, a fully fitted kitchenette and a spacious en-suite bathroom.
LOCATION: South London TRAVEL TIME TO SCHOOL: 30 mins by tube to Kings Cross (Northern Line) ZONE: 2 NEAREST TUBE: Oval Station, northern line ROOM TYPE: Twin, single occupancy also available MEAL TYPE: Self catering KITCHEN: Fully equipped
What is included
BATHROOM: En-suite shower, toilet and washbasin
v Free Internet v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry Facilities v All utility bills v Bike storage and hire v Kitchenette and bathroom
INTERNET: Included LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Facilities available on-site. students are responsible for cleaning their studios CLEANING: Upon vacation of the studio only SECURITY: 24-hour security for residents/CCTV ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO:
• 24hr manned reception with on-site Customer Service, Cleaning and Maintenance • Full use of the on-site common room and garden space • On-site bike hire
CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks AVAILABLE: Year round
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2 pm check-in; 10 am depart Oval Station
PRICE: £185 per person per week (twin) £335 per person per week (single occupancy)
10 Halsmere Road, London SE5 9LN tel. 020 7793 9877 Residence
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Description This residence is modern, stylish and conveniently located 20 minutes (4 stops on the Victoria line to Kings Cross) from the centre of London, 15 minutes from Liverpool Street, on the doorstep of Brick Lane Market, Columbia Road Flower Market and trendy East London.
LOCATION: Tottenham Hale
What is included
TRAVEL TIME TO SCHOOL: 20 mins by
v Free internet v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry facilities v All utilities included v Bike storage v Ensuite Rooms
Victoria Line ZONE: 3 NEAREST TUBE: Tottenham Hale ROOM TYPE: Single MEAL TYPE: Self-catering KITCHEN: Fully-equipped, shared BATHROOM: En-suite INTERNET: Included LAUNDRY AND CLEANING: Students are
cleaned once a week. SECURITY: 24-hour security. Reception from 10-6 pm Students have keys for their own rooms. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: Saturday
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Single en-suite rooms in a cluster flat of 10 rooms that share a kitchen. There are common areas so you can practise your English with other students and join a great student community. Also, free wi fi, a large courtyard, a student lounge area with flat screen TVs, sofas and vending machines.
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Lebus Street Tottenham London N17 9FD
to Saturday. 2 pm check-in; 10 am departure CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks AVAILABLE: Year round PRICE: ÂŁ205 per person per week
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Description This stylish, premium residence is centrally located, next to our school. The residence features a cafe, a gym, large common areas, and a movie room. It is in close proximity to cafes, restaurants and nightlife in the Angel Islington area. Two students share a room a bathroom, and kitchenette. Students can arrive alone and we find a roommate, or book together, and share with a friend.
LOCATION: Kings Cross TRAVEL TIME: On campus ZONE: 1 NEAREST TUBE: Kings Cross ROOM TYPE: Twin Share, single occupancy also available MEAL TYPE: Self catering KITCHEN: Shared BATHROOM: En-suite INTERNET: Included LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Students are responsible for washing their bedding and cleaning their rooms. There is a laundry service on site. Room cleaning available for additional £15 SECURITY: 24/7 security with CCTV cameras. At check-in students receive a key card that gives access to their room, Nido building and other facilities
What is included
v Free Internet v Laundry Facilities v All utility bills v Bike storage v In-house café and fitness centre
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: Check-in after 2pm. Check-out is 10am. Sunday to Sunday CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks MINIMUM BOOKING: 2 weeks AVAILABLE: 13/07/14 - 24/08/14 PRICE: £225 per person per week (twin/double) £380 per week (single occupancy)
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The Stay Club: Willesden Luxury Residence
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Description Stylish studios, equipped with modern en-suite bathroom, kitchenette, sitting/dining area and multi-use double beds. Public areas with vending machines, games room and lounge, where students can make friends easily. Harlesden High Street, containing shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, is close by.
LOCATION: Willesden TRAVEL TIME: 35 mins ZONE: 2 NEAREST TUBE: Willesden Junction ROOM TYPE: Single, twin and double MEAL TYPE: Self catering KITCHEN: Fully equipped kitchenette BATHROOM: En-suite INTERNET: Wi-fi throughout LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Residents laundrette open 24/7. Communal areas and rooms cleaned once a week (including bed linen changing)
What is included
v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry facilities v All utility bills v Weekly room cleaning
SECURITY: 24 hour manned security and high quality digital CCTV ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: check-in between 3pm-10pm Check-out before 10am. Either Saturday or Sunday with previuos confirmation AVAILABLE: Year round CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks
SUMMER PRICES: from 1st June £340 per week (single) £205 per person per week (double/twin)* *Must be booked with a friend
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PRICES: £290 per week (single) £180 per person per week (double/twin)*
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MINIMUM BOOKING: 1 week Residence
5J Nicoll Road Willesden Junction, London NW10 9AX click here to see the map on your browser
The Stay Club: Camden Luxury Residence
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Stylish studios, equipped with modern en-suite bathroom, kitchenette, sitting/dining area and multi-use double beds. Public areas with vending machines, games room and lounge, where students can make friends easily. Situated opposite Stables Market, it is right in the heart of the famous high street, close to pubs, bars and restaurants.
LOCATION: Camden Town TRAVEL TIME: 15 mins ZONE: 2 NEAREST TUBE: Chalk Farm / Camden Town ROOM TYPE: Single, twin and double MEAL TYPE: Self catering KITCHEN: Fully equipped kitchenette BATHROOM: En-suite
What is included
INTERNET: Wi-fi throughout LAUNDRY & CLEANING: Residents laundrette open 24/7. Communal areas and rooms cleaned once a week (including bed linen changing)
v Kitchen utensils v Bed linen v Laundry facilities v All utility bills v Weekly room cleaning
SECURITY: 24 hour manned security and high quality digital CCTV ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFO: check-in between 3pm-10pm Check-out before 10am. Either Saturday or Sunday with previuos confirmation AVAILABLE: Year round CANCELLATION PERIOD: 2 weeks
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Residence *Must be booked with a friend
34 Chalk Farm Rd London NW1 8AJ
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Our Centre
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Placement test
Where to take? www.go4test.com
Why? We need to know your current English level in order to place you in a suitable class.
How? First Step: 1. Enter your information listed below on the 1st page of the website; • Student number (6 digits, given by your agent) • Email address (your email address and your agent’s email address, if you know) • Date of Birth • Surname (= Family name, not full name) 2. Click ‘Go!’ and start the test! 3. Finish the test! Second Step: Once the test is completed, you will receive an email with your test result (Score & Level) instantly. Final Step: 1-2 weeks before your course starting date, you will receive your class pass, so please check your email regularly.
IMPORTANT: • You can only take the test once • You have 40 minutes to answer 70 questions • There is a timer in the top right corner of the test that shows how much time you have left. No answer will be accepted after this time and the test will automatically terminate • It is a short answer test and in every • Do not use the ‘ENTER’ button while taking the test as this will terminate the test • It is important that you do the test ON YOUR OWN so we know your real English level • ‘Surname’ is your family name • If you do not receive the result email from us, you might input your email address incorrectly, so please contact your agent as soon as possible • The class pass can be issued only after we receive confirmation of your visa, so please let your agent know your visa application result as soon as you receive it (this is for students who need to apply for their visa before travelling to the UK).