1Frances King School of English
2017 Programmes for Families and Young Learners
40+ Years
Experience in Teaching
We’ll get you speaking English
London & Dublin
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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 ProgrammesLondon and Dublin Family Programmes
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.
For London family programmes go to pages 4-7
For Dublin family programmes go to pages 8-11
Dublin High School Programme
Secondary school programme in a Dublin school, benefitting from the excellent Irish education system living with a host family, for ages 12-18.
Go to pages
20-21
London Teenager Programmes
English language programmes and activities in a superb, self-contained residential campus in Kensington, central London, for ages 12-17.
Go to pages
12-15
Dublin Teenager Programmes
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.
Go to pages
16-19
Choose between
Day School Residential
Programme
Choose between
Day School 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
“We all enjoyedour 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
LENGTH AND START DATES Winter Programme 2016/2017 2016December 19 (1-6 weeks) December 28 (1-5 weeks)1
2017January 3 (1-4 weeks)2 January 9 (1-3 weeks) January 16 (1-2 weeks) January 23 (1 week)
Spring Programme 2017March 20 (1-5 weeks) March 27 (1-4 weeks) April 3 (1-3 weeks) April 10 (1-2 weeks)3April 18 (1 week)4
Summer Programme 2017June 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 2017October 23 (1-2 weeks) October 30 (1 week)
Notes
Winter Programme 2017/2018 2017December 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 INCLUDEDPlacement test, tuition, materials, certificates.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDEDMedical travel and course insurance, airport transfers, accommodation, travel and excursions and weekend activities.
NOTES ON COURSE DATES1 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.
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.
YOUR FREE TIME
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.
TRINITY SPOKEN ENGLISH TEST
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
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.
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-english-london/programmes/family-programmes
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
A1MINIMUM LEVEL
A2MINIMUM LEVEL
A1MINIMUM LEVEL SUMMER
12-15CLASS SIZE
8-10CLASS SIZE
9.00-13.00MONDAY TO FRIDAY
9.00-13.00MONDAY TO FRIDAY
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
London FamilyJunior
London FamilyAdult
16h 40m 16h 40mTUITION TIME TUITION TIME
£3001-3
WEEKS
£3601-3
WEEKS
£2504-7
WEEKS
£3004-7
WEEKS
£2308-11
WEEKS
£2768-11
WEEKS
DAY
SCHO
OL FOR TEENAGERSFor children aged 12-17 we can also offer our London
Teenager Programme - Day School in
Kensington Pages 12-15
ONE-TO-ONE AND MINI GROUPS
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.
London Family Junior (FJ) London Family Junior (FA)
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London Family ProgrammesAccommodation and Transfers
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.
Your family may prefer to be more independent and we can also offer studios, apartments and hotels. Our apartments and studios offer the comforts 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.
Studios and Apartments
Homestay
• 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 world-famous 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.
Citadines **** 1 Chelsea Cloisters **** 2 Go Native Fulham **** 3
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
1 week, all year 1 week, all year 1 week, all year
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY
FACILITIES FACILITIES FACILITIES
PRICE/NIGHT/APARTMENT PRICE/NIGHT/APARTMENT PRICE/NIGHT/APARTMENT
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOMSELF
CATERING WI-FI PRIVATEBATHROOM
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
£160 £108 £208
D910 Studio:
A410 Studio:
A602 2 bedroom apartment:
Prices for studios and apartments are for bookings of 7 nights or more, 1-6 night prices on request.
*Christmas homestay supplement: £25 per week
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.
Hotels
Heathrow
Gatwick
Stansted/Luton
London City Airport
London Railway Stations
£95 single, £180 return
£115 single, £215 return
£140 single, £270 return
£95 single, £180 return
£80 single, £150 return
£120
£160
£160
£125
£110
From/To For 1-3 people travelling to the same address
Single transfer for 4-7 people travelling to the same address
Transfer Prices
*********
• Good homes in pleasant areas with kind hosts• Shared bathroom facilities
Zone 1, 2 (and zone 3 from June-September)
LOCATION
PRICE/WEEK/PERSON
Standard ***
• Superior homes in excellent areas• Shared or private bathroom facilities
Zone 1, 2 (and zone 3 from June-September)
LOCATION
PRICE/WEEK/PERSON
Premium ***
£158
A2 Single
Bed & Breakfast:
£143
A3 Twin
Bed & Breakfast:
£199
A5 Single
Half Board:
£172
A6Twin
Half Board:
£191
A7 Single
Bed & Breakfast:
£163
A8 Twin
Bed & Breakfast:
£241
A10 Single
Half Board:
£201
A11Twin
Half Board:
£231
D912 1 bedroom apartment:
£148
A411 1 bedroom apartment:
£203
A412 2 bedroom apartment:
Facilities fee: one payment £120 per studio or apartment Facilities fee: one payment £120 per studio or apartment Facilities fee: one payment £120 per studio or apartment
£90 supplement per week for air mattress
for 5th person
Facilities fee: one payment £120 per homestay Facilities fee: one payment £120 per homestay
Supplement for private bathroom: £45 per room, per week
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
Key to Frances King Quality Rating
Standard Premium Deluxe
£60
per personper night (3 star)
Facilities fee: one payment £120 per
hotelFrom
£80
per personper night (4 star)
From
Frances King Schools
FRANCES KING ACCOMMODATION1. Citadines2. Chelsea Cloisters3. Go Native Fulham
1 Frances King - Kensington
2 Frances king - Belgravia (Victoria)
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DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
€2001-3
WEEKS
€1904-7
WEEKS
€1708-11
WEEKS
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
• Children aged 6-16 are accepted. The minimum age for the adult in charge is 21
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
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.
PROGRAMME FACTS
A1MINIMUM LEVEL A1MINIMUM
LEVEL12-15CLASS SIZE
12-15CLASS SIZE
9.00-13.00MONDAY TO FRIDAY
9.00-12.45MONDAY TO FRIDAY
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Dublin FamilyJunior
Dublin FamilyAdult
LENGTH AND START DATES Summer Programme 2017June 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 INCLUDEDPlacement test, tuition, materials, certificates.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDEDMedical travel and course insurance, airport transfers, accommodation, travel and excursions and weekend activities.
Notes
NOTES ON COURSE DATES1 Week commencing August 8, 2017: 16 lessons / week. August 7 is a public holiday in Ireland.
ONE-TO-ONE
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.
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.
YOUR FREE TIME
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.
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-english-dublin/programmes/family-programmes
16h 40m 16h 40mTUITION TIME TUITION TIME
€2401-3
WEEKS
€2254-7
WEEKS
€2058-11
WEEKS
DAY
SCHO
OL FOR TEENAGERSFor children aged 12-17, we can also offer our Dublin Teenager Programme Day School in Dalkey.
See pages 16-19
“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 Junior (FJ) Dublin Family Junior (FA)
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Dublin Family ProgrammesAccommodation 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.
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.
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.
Studios and Apartments
Homestay
• Good homes in pleasant areas with kind hosts• Shared bathroom facilities
Mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, 14, 16, 18 & South County Dublin
LOCATION
PRICE / WEEK / ROOM
Standard **
• High quality self-contained studios (1-2 people) offering single, double and twin beds
• Suitable for families
Multiple locations, all within walking distance of Frances King School and Dublin city centre
1 week, summer only
LOCATION
MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY
FACILITIES
PRICE/WEEK/STUDIO
Serviced Studios ***1
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
Serviced Apartments ***2
€570
D901 Studio:
From
€195
D5 Single
Half Board:
€185
D6 Twin
Half Board:
• Superior homes in excellent areas• Shared or private bathroom facilities
Mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, & South County Dublin
LOCATION
PRICE / WEEK / ROOM
Premium ***
€230
D1 Single
Half Board:
€215
D2 Twin
Half Board:
€30 per roomper week
Supplement for private bathroom:
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.
Hotels
Dublin Airport €75 €140
AIRPORT TRANSFER From/To
PRICE / SINGLE TRANSFER
(for 1-2 people)
PRICE / SINGLE TRANSFER
(for 3-5 people)
Transfer Prices Key to Frances King Quality Rating
Standard Premium
*****
Frances King Schools
1 Frances King – Merrion Square Programmes for adults all year and families in summer
Multiple locations, all within walking distance of Frances King and Dublin city centre
1 week, summer only
LOCATION
MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY
FACILITIES
PRICE/WEEK/APARTMENT
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
€745From
D902 1 bedroom
(1-3 people):
€880From
D903 2 bedroom
(2-4 people):
€1090From
D904 3 bedroom
(3-6 people):
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. 11Frances King School of English10 Frances King School of English
FRANCES KING ACCOMMODATION1 Serviced Studios 2 Serviced Apartments
• Luxurious serviced 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and houses (1-6 people) in excellent areas close to the school
• Perfect for families
Facilities Fee: one payment £120 / studio or apartment Facilities Fee: one payment £120 / studio or apartment
Facilities Fee: one payment £120 / studio or apartment Facilities fee: one payment £120 per studio or apartment
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London Teenager Programmes
TEENAGER PROGRAMME
• 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 pro-gramme, accommodation is on campus with full board in single rooms with internet access
• An English-speaking environment, with teenagers from all over the world
O
CAMPUS
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.
TEACHERS
Our teachers are friendly, enthusiastic and caring, offering fun imaginative classes for all ages and abilities.
RESIDENTIAL 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.
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.
DAY SCHOOL PROGRAMME
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.
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
YOUNG LEADER • Team building • Public speaking • Presenting ideas • Debating
FASHION, ART AND DESIGN • Department store visit • Street markets • Fashion and Design Museums• Student fashion show
and photo shoot
SPORTS FAN • Tour of Chelsea or Arsenal
Stadium • Climbing wall • Wimbledon Tennis Museum • Football and baseball in the park
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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 web-site, where you can find more information and our terms and conditions. You can apply on line or download an applica-tion form and send by email, fax or post.www.francesking.com/school-of-english-london/programmes/teenager-programmes
RETURN TRANSFER PRICES
Heathrow
Gatwick
Stansted/Luton
St Pancras (Eurostar)
For 1-3 people Price
£180
£215
£270
£150
London Teenager Day School
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
£575
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
London Teenager Residential
£895
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EXAMPLE WEEKSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
8.00 - 9.00
Late breakfast, Kensington
Gardens, shopping & games
Breakfast
9.00 - 13.00
Focus on Spoken English and Skills Sessions: Conversation, talking about sport or fashion, Trinity examination
preparation
Day Trip
Cambridge
Focus on Spoken English and Skills Sessions: Conversation, talking about sport or fashion, Trinity examination preparation
13.00 - 14.00 LUNCH LUNCH
14.00 - 18.00 Discover London
Option Trip
Option Workshops
School Trip
School Trip
Choice afternoon
Buckingham Palace
Discover London: Tower of London
Discover London
Fashion, Art & Design
Sports Fan
Young Leader
British Music Experience
St. Paul’s Cathedral
Personal trainer
The Mall
Fashion, Art & Design: Camden Market
Bank of England
Portobello market
St. James’s Park
Sports Fan: Football stadium tour
Millenium Bridge
Harrods Department Store
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.
PROGRAMME FACTS
A2MINIMUM LEVEL
10-15CLASS SIZE
20/24SESSIONSPER WEEK
20hTUITION TIME
AFTERNOON ACTIVITES
9.00-13.00MONDAY TO FRIDAY
PROGRAMME FACTS
A2MINIMUM LEVEL
10-15CLASS SIZE
20/24SESSIONSPER WEEK
20hTUITION TIME
AFTERNOON ACTIVITES
9.00-13.00MONDAY TO FRIDAY
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
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.
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.
LENGTH AND START DATES1 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
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.
LENGTH AND START DATES1-6 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
Transfers from airports or stations, incidental expenses and pocket money, optional musical or concert.
Notes NotesLondon Teenager Residential (LTR) London Teenager Residential (LTD)
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Dublin Teenager Programmes
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
CAMPUS
The school is located by the sea only a 5 minute walk to the village centre. This is a unique school with great facilities. The classrooms overlook the spectacular coastline and there are excellent sporting facilities.
TEACHERS
Our teachers are friendly, enthusiastic and caring, offering fun imaginative classes for all ages and abilities.
PROGRAMME
The programme consists of:
• 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, includ-ing 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
LOCATION
Dalkey is an urban oasis settling on the east coast of Ireland just half an hour by DART train to Dublin city Centre. A warm welcoming atmosphere awaits you there. With its castles, panoramic scenery, markets, hills, cafes and restaurants, this picturesque village is extremely safe and perfect to place young international learners.
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.
LORETO AVENUE
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3
4
5
6
Frances King – Dalkey1. Reception2. Classrooms3. Canteen and recreation rooms4. Sports hall5. Football pitch6. Hockey pitch
YOUN
G LE
ADER WORKSHOPChoose our exciting young
leader workshop on one afternoon per week from 14.00 to 17.00
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LENGTH AND START DATES1-6 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)
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.
Notes
DAY S
CHOOL PROGRAMME 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.
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.O
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.
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.
HOW TO APPLY
Go to this page on our web-site, 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-dublin/programmes/teenager-programmes
TRANSFER PRICES
Dublin airport 1 person return transfer
Dublin airport 2 people (same flights) return transfer
Dublin airport 3-4 people (same flights) return transfer
Dublin airport 5-8 people (same flights) return transfer
Chaperone Service with Frances King member of staff 1 person return transfer
Chaperone Service with Frances King member of staff 2-3 people (same flights) return transfer
Airport Transfer Prices - Summer Teenager Programme Dalkey
All students on the Dublin Teenager Programme must book a return transfer
Price
€150
€200
€280
€400
€300
€450
Example Week
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
8.00 - 9.00 BREAKFAST WITH HOST FAMILY
9.00 - 13.00 Free time with host family
English Language Classes
Full day excursion by coach to Glendalough
13.00 - 14.00 LUNCH WITH HOST FAMILY PACKED LUNCH AT THE SCHOOL
PACKED LUNCH ON
COACH TOUR
14.00 - 18.00 Free time with host family
Guided tour of the National Gallery of Ireland
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
18.00 - 19.00 DINNER WITH HOST FAMILY
19.00 - 22.00 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
PROGRAMME FACTS
A1MINIMUM LEVEL
10-15CLASS SIZE
20/23SESSIONSPER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Dublin Teenager Day School
16h 40m/ 19h 10mTUITION TIME
AFTERNOON ACTIVITES
€395
PROGRAMME FACTS
A1MINIMUM LEVEL
10-15CLASS SIZE
9.00-13.00MONDAY TO FRIDAY
9.00-13.00MONDAY TO FRIDAY
20/23SESSIONSPER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Dublin Teenager Homestay
16h 40m/ 19h 10mTUITION TIME
AFTERNOON ACTIVITES
€630
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LENGTH AND START DATESJune 25 (2-6 weeks) July 2 (2–5 weeks) July 9 (2–4 weeks) July 16 (2-3 weeks) July 23 (2 weeks)
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.
Notes
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Dublin Teenager Homestay (DTH) Dublin Teenager Day School (DTD)
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Dublin High School Programmes 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.
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.
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 [email protected] or call +353 1 486 6000
LENGTH OF STAY IN DUBLIN:
Dublin High School Programmme
ACCOMMODATION
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.
YOUR FREE TIME
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.
EXTRA ENGLISH TUITION
For an extra fee, we can also provide extra group or One-to-One sessions in our school in Merrion Square.
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 inform and send by email, fax, or post. www.francesking.com
WHY
CHOOSE DUBLIN? 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.
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 uni-form, 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
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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Groups
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.
Please contact: [email protected]
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.
Email: [email protected] [email protected]
Tel: Dublin: +353 (0) 1 486 6000 London: +44 (0) 20 7870 6533
Live Chat: Go to our website for live chat www.francesking.com
How to EnrolBeginner
I speak very little English
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
Elementary
I can understand and speak basic English in familiar situations
Advanced
I am fluent and confident in expressing myself although I sometimes have problems with more complex ideas or unfamiliar situations
Intermediate
I understand and speak quite well in familiar everyday situations
Proficiency
I speak English fluently and understand almost everything, although I sometimes have difficulty with very colloquial English
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B2 C1 C2
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Holiday LONDON DUBLIN BOTH 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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Educational Tour Operator
For details of our Programmes for Adult Learners in London and Dublin, please see our website or ask for a brochure.
For more information please contact:
Booking Office
Tel: +44 20 7870 6533 Fax: +44 20 7341 9771Email: [email protected]
[email protected]: www.francesking.com
Frances King School of English77 Gloucester RoadLondon SW7 4SSUnited KingdomEmail: [email protected]
Frances King School of English26 Merrion SquareDublin 2IrelandEmail: [email protected]
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Frances King School of English is accredited by The British Council for the teaching of English as a Foreign Language.
Frances King School of English is recognised by ACELS, a service of Quality and Qualifications Ireland, for English language teaching.
Frances King is a member of Quality English, the organisation of leading independent English language schools.
We are members of English UK, the organisation of accredited teaching establishments.
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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.
Our school in Dublin is also recognised by ACELS.