Brighton • Cambridge • Canterbury • London Boston • Chicago • San Diego • San Francisco 1 Toronto • Calgary Explore Your English

EXPLORE YOUR ENGLISH

BRIGHTON • CAMBRIDGE • CANTERBURY • LONDON BOSTON • CHICAGO • SAN DIEGO • SAN FRANCISCO 1 TORONTO • CALGARY EXPLORE YOUR ENGLISH

THE EXPERIENCE A BIG ‘HELLO’ Academic Excellence...... 4 Your Stafford House...... 6 & WELCOME TO Accommodation...... 8 Testimonials...... 10 Progression route...... 12 STAFFORD HOUSE! Timetables...... 13

OUR LOCATIONS Join us on a learning adventure! Explore Canada...... 24 Calgary...... 26 Stafford House International is a group of English Toronto...... 27 language schools that offers courses for general, Explore America...... 28 academic and professional purposes. Boston...... 30 Our mission is to educate, inspire, and help our Chicago...... 31 students enjoy our cities, empowering them with San Diego...... 32 confidence, to realise their personal potential. San Francisco...... 33 Explore UK 34 Ten fantastic cities host our schools in America, ...... Brighton...... 36 Canada and the United Kingdom. Each location offers Cambridge...... 37 a unique way to improve your English skills. Canterbury ...... 38 From the day a student walks into a Stafford House London...... 39 school, they become a member of our global community. Students build lifelong friendships in our classrooms and on adventurous activities in our OUR COURSES cities. General English...... 14 All of our staff are dedicated to the students, Modules...... 15 Exam Preparation...... 16 passionate about students’ development, and take University Pathways ...... 18 responsibility for students’ time at Stafford House. Professional Certificates...... 20 By the end of your studies with us, you’ll be prepared Career Preparation Activity...... 21 to explore the opportunities that will come your way Business English...... 22 and realise your potential. Unlimited Package USA...... 23 Tailored Groups...... 40 Junior Groups...... 42

2 Whether you’re looking for a traditional Courses in Canada accredited by: CALGARY TORONTO English experience, a full immersion into Canadian culture or that all American Location Location 10 LOCATIONS Alberta Province Provincial capital Adventure, you’ll find a Stafford House Population of Ontario ACROSS THE UK, USA & CANADA location to suit your needs and tastes. 1.097 million Population City Nickname 2.615 million Cow City City Nickname Hogtown

SAN FRANCISCO CAMBRIDGE Location Location Northern California Cambridgeshire Population Population 837,442 CANADA 123,900 City Nickname City Nickname Golden Gate City Silicon Fen

CHICAGO LONDON Location Location Midwest UK Capital City Population USA Population 2.719 million 8.674 million City Nickname City Nickname The Windy City The Big Smoke

SAN DIEGO CANTERBURY Location Location Southern California Kent Population Population 1.356 million UK 43,432 City Nickname City Nickname Silicon Beach The Garden of England

Courses in the USA accredited by: BOSTON BRIGHTON Location Location Massachusetts East Sussex Population Coastline 645,966 Population Courses in the UK accredited by: City Nickname 155,919 America’s College City Nickname Town London-by-the-sea

4 3 ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

EXCELLENT TEACHING MY.STAFFORDHOUSE Everyone needs inspiring teachers who OUR ONLINE STUDENT PORTAL are passionate about bringing the English We have developed our online student platform to provide on-demand student support. language to life. Our students love using the tool because it allows them to check their grades, attendance, Our academic teams don’t just use one test results, student news, register for activities and more! The platform also makes it easy standard course book across all schools – for our teachers and staff to keep in touch with our students and to provide real-time they adapt the curriculum to the needs of updates. the students and deliver exceptional teaching.

EXTRA-MILE SUPPORT Our highly trained and experienced teachers are there to TRUSTED encourage your development and give you feedback throughout your program. You also have the opportunity to EDUCATOR meet monthly with one of our mentors for additional Stafford House International one-to-one support. is part of Cambridge Education Group, a leading international education EMPOWERING LESSONS provider. Since 1952, Cambridge Education Group has We believe in lessons that are engaging, relevant, and fun. been delivering the highest quality academic, creative Our students build real confidence in their English abilities. and English Language programmes, preparing When you join us you will be energised and inspired to reach thousands of students to progress onto the world’s your academic goals and achieve your full potential. leading universities. SPECIALISED COURSES All of our US schools offer Professional Pathways for career oriented students. These include skills-focused Professional Certificates in: Marketing and Advertising; Project Management; and Business Management. Our Career Preparation Activity is an excellent opportunity for students to practise their English in an American workplace. FROM OUR LEAD ACADEMIC University Pathways is a popular option for students interested in entering and succeeding at a university or college in North America. Fernanda Director of Student Experience

ALUMNI SUCCESS STORY ‘Our mission statement is not just something we have on the school walls. It is present in how we interact with our students every day.

A Student and a Senator We hire experienced instructors that are dedicated to their One of our alumni recently graduated with highest honor from Suffolk students’ progress and that can be witnessed right on the University in Boston, Massachusetts. The student, Hussain Aloufi, first day of class. received his distinguished diploma from US Senator Elizabeth Warren. As Director of Student Experience for Stafford House, I Hussain, originally from Saudi Arabia, studied TOEFL and General am responsible for managing the Academic and Student English at our Boston school from 2011 to 2012. Services departments. I work with the centre teams to “The TOEFL course made reading in English much more quick and simple make sure our curriculum is strong and relevant and that for me since we had to read articles every single day” Hussain said. our students are getting an excellent experience in and outside our schools.’

4 5 YOUR STAFFORD HOUSE

PERSONAL SERVICE PREMIUM FACILITIES From the moment you apply, until the day you leave us, our enthusiastic and FLEXIBLE STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY genuine staff will guide you through Our teaching technology equips your stay and learning adventures. both you and your teachers to LEARNING make the most of lessons, with A BIG ‘HELLO’ interactive TVs or whiteboards in On your first day, it will take you no every classroom. time at all to get involved. We have At Stafford House we are flexible, we FRESH BRIGHT CLASSROOMS a full induction programme and a understand how important your study All of our schools have been plan and choice of school are so we’ll specially designed online handbook recently renovated ensuring you guide you through any changes you that will inspire you to make the most of study in bright, light and airy your learning adventure with us; might want to make. Adaptable study programmes, numerous locations and a classrooms. • A tour of the school and introduction straightforward pricing structure allow FREE HIGH SPEED WI-FI to the Stafford House community you to be in control of your learning Our free, fast Wi-Fi is available destiny. • Information about the city and its throughout our schools and in our famous attractions as well as A VARIETY OF CITIES computer labs, to use at ease in introduction to the activities Ten fantastic locations spread across your spare time. calendar the UK, Canada and the USA, and all great places to explore each distinctly STUDENT LOUNGES AND CAFÉS • A walking tour to start the discovery different to suit your style. Our flexible For a place to chill, take a break of your local area programmes mean you can easily from your studies or catch up transfer between schools within each • Guidance on how to have a with friends in our vibrant student country. successful experience living abroad lounges and cafés. • Guidance on how to find your A CHOICE OF COURSES LIBRARY FACILITIES Our courses follow the same simple nearest religious or cultural If you want to dive in deeper pricing structure within each country. to your studies, there are extra organisations If you arrive and decide you want a different programme, it’s simple to study resources to reinforce your HERE TO HELP switch. As long as you continue with the classroom learning. You can rely on us to guide you through same number of hours per week, it’s SELF-STUDY AREAS all the steps of your international often free too. Designed specifically for you to get experience: UNLIMITED PACKAGE USA your head down and concentrate • Visa application and renewal ANY COURSE, ANY INTENSITY, away from the buzz of the rest of • Airport transfers ANY CENTER, ONE PRICE! the school. For students that want ultimate flexibility • Expert education advice for your OUTSIDE COURTYARD to combine any English program, our future Professional Certificates and our Career Some of our schools benefit from • Monthly meetings with academic Preparation Activity, we now have this outside seating areas to relax or staff to discuss your personal amazing package that includes any study. course, any intensity, any city and development registration fee.

6 7 ACCOMMODATION

YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME Where you live is key to your happiness and academic success. PRIVATE OPTIONS As all of our schools are in popular student cities, there is a wealth of private Whether you prefer the independence of a student residence or the familiarity of accommodation to rent, to suit all requirements and budgets. Our staff will be happy homestay, our accommodation options are chosen to offer you the flexibility of choice to help. and quality you deserve. 16 & 17 YEAR OLD SUMMER RESIDENCE (UK ONLY) In London, Canterbury and Cambridge we offer a fully supervised residence for 16 & 17 HOMESTAY* year olds in July and August. This comes with a bespoke social programme designed for One of our most popular accommodation this age group as well as full board catering. The residences include breakfast, lunch options, homestay allows you to integrate into and dinner at Stafford House canteens and live-in residential supervisors. This is a great family life and practise your English language alternative to homestay for students under 18. outside the classroom, over dinner and throughout the weekend with your welcoming hosts. This is a unique way to live and study at your chosen destination. SUPERIOR HOMESTAY (UK ONLY) This option offers you all the benefits of homestay, but with the comfort and convenience of a personal bathroom and a higher standard of accommodation. RESIDENTIAL ACCOMMODATION Offering you more space to yourself, our hand- picked student residences provide the chance to live more independently with like-minded people from all over the world. Residences are modern and often include 24 hour reception, laundry facilities, bike storage, common room, and internet access, conveniently located for easy access to school. STUDENT HOUSES Similar to a residence but offering more independence, you will live with other students but on a smaller scale than in a residence, allowing you to build lasting friendships with your house mates. Fully furnished and equipped for self-catering.

*London homestay accommodation is provided by third party agencies.

8 9 WE TAKE PRIDE IN OUR GLOBAL COMMUNITY!

I like the way that we learn, it is very interactive and interesting. The school is colorful, it is surprising and original. We don’t really feel at school. Stafford House is amazing. Every teacher is attentive, nice Ines, France I met lots of cool people at school. And also and funny. Hopefully, I’ll come teachers cooler than students. I like this again next year. atmosphere. I’ll definitely miss Stafford I love how teachers and staff Loic, Switzerland House. look after you and how much Dilara, Turkey fun you have.

Allan, France

The most important thing for me Chicago was never too cold is that now I have friends of all the because the staff was so warm The best school! Lovely world. I learned a lot of things about and friendly! teachers, lovely friends! I love the cultures of other countries. my school! Nikki, Macedonia Anais, France Ayaka, Japan

Excellent facilities in San I loved playing volleyball on Diego. Stafford House is an awesome the beach - that’s the thing I really enjoyed my time school. The classes are really you must do while staying in there. good! Chicago. Peter, Switzerland Christopher, Costa Rica Daegwon, Korea

I made friends from different parts of I love the teachers because they the world and have learned English The staff and teachers were always encourage me to study really well. The staff is very helpful very helpful and nice. You made hard and I feel they work for our every time that you need them. my days very easy and fun! happiness. Thanks a bunch! Gaby, Venezuela Ana, Panama Yeseul, Korea

This school gives me the opportunity to improve my I feel like Stafford House is my English and meet people second home. The people here are from around the world. lovely. I have enjoyed every single day. I like coming to school to meet my Gabriela, Venezuela international classmates and friends In Canterbury I have felt at Odai, Saudi Arabia and share different life experiences in home and here I leave a small San Francisco. part of my heart! I had a really good experience. Jason, Taiwan Diana, Colombia The teachers are very professional and friendly!

Alexsandro, Brazil London was such a cool city to study in and make new friends!

I think it’s a special school Sea, Thailand because they always made me The Best Experience! I love the feel like family. teachers and all the staff

Julieth, Colombia Janice, Brazil

10 11 OUR COURSES

Stafford House will provide you with all the support necessary to reach your English language goals. Use our Progression Guide below to map your potential journey to English language proficiency. TIMETABLES The table below is for guidance purposes only. A student’s progression is dependent on motivation, commitment to self-study and the use of English outside the classroom. LESSONS 45 MINUTES EACH CORE COURSE 5 DAYS A WEEK; 4 LESSONS PER DAY 1 MODULE 4 DAYS A WEEK; 1.25 LESSONS PER DAY YOUR PROGRESSION ROUTE SCHEDULE OPTIONS YOUR PROGRESSION ROUTE WEEKS INTENSITY HOURS LESSONS SCHEDULE ESSENTIAL 15 20 CORE COURSE 7 You can use a range of language close to that of your PROFICIENCY own language. You have no problem understanding or 12-16 weeks Equivalent to: Cambridge communicating. You now wish to extend your vocabulary and STANDARD 18.75 25 CORE COURSE + 1 MODULE CPE, IELTS 7.5–9.0, TOEFL explore the nuances of idiomatic English. iBT 106–120 INTENSIVE 22.5 30 CORE COURSE + 2 MODULES

ADVANCED ADVANCED 6 You can express yourself clearly and effectively. You have a SUPER INTENSIVE* 26.25 35 CORE COURSE + 3 MODULES ADVANCED sound grasp of major tenses and grammatical structures. You 12-16 weeks Equivalent to: Cambridge read widely and can follow the majority of what is heard on TV, CAE, IELTS 6.5–7.5, TOEFL radio and film. iBT 86–105 *Available in all US centres, London and Toronto

5 You can communicate effectively in most situations, discussing SAMPLE TIMETABLE UPPER and expressing opinions on a wide range of topics. You will INTERMEDIATE continue to broaden your vocabulary to become more fluent and 12-22 weeks Equivalent to: Cambridge accurate. TIME MON TUES WED THUR FRI FCE, IELTS 5.5-6.0, TOEFL iBT 66–85 8:45am-10:15am CORE COURSE 4 You are a confident speaker and understand much of what you BREAK INTERMEDIATE read and hear. You have a reasonable vocabulary and can survive INTERMEDIATE well in most situations. You now need to become more fluent 12-22 weeks 10:30am-12pm CORE COURSE Equivalent to: Cambridge and accurate, use more complex structures and sophisticated PET, IELTS 4.5–5.0, TOEFL vocabulary. LUNCH iBT 35–45 12:45pm-1:45pm MODULE You can communicate well in everyday social and 3 travel situations and understand some of what is said. BREAK PRE-INTERMEDIATE You are familiar with basic grammar but need to develop this 10-12 weeks FREE 2pm-3pm MODULE Equivalent to: IELTS 4 further. You need to build your vocabulary and listening skills. AFTERNOON BREAK 2 You have a small, basic vocabulary and can communicate on a simple level. You can survive in everyday situations such as 3:15pm-4:15pm MODULE ELEMENTARY shopping, greeting and travelling. You make a lot of mistakes but 9 weeks Equivalent to: Cambridge people can understand you. KET, IELTS 3 ELEMENTARY SAMPLE AFTERNOON OR FLEX

1 You only know a few words of English. 6 weeks BEGINNER TIME MON TUES WED THUR FRI 12:45pm-1:45pm MODULE COURSES AVAILABLE AT EACH LEVEL BREAK 2pm-3:30pm CORE COURSE General English TOEFL Cambridge CAE One-to-One Cambridge FCE Cambridge CPE BREAK Business English Professional Certificates 3:45pm-5:15pm CORE COURSE IELTS Career Preparation Activity Please note that exact lesson start times vary depending on school location.

12 13 CHOOSE YOUR COURSE

FLEXIBILITY From Essential and Standard to Intensive and Super Intensive, our range of English language courses offers you a choice on how MODULES intensively you want to study - whether that’s 20 lessons a week on an Essential course or 35 lessons a week on our Super Intensive. Plus with our range of modules you get to personalise your course to fit your needs. All students on our Standard, Intensive and Super Intensive courses can HOW YOU LEARN personalise their learning through the addition of specific modules. These We believe that you will learn faster and more effectively if your modules allow students to study topics that best fit with their learning goals. lessons are engaging, fun and relevant. That’s why our teachers use a range of techniques and develop classes that are motivating Below are just a few examples for you to think about: and build your confidence. This will allow time to focus on any areas of weakness. SPEAKING FLUENCY HOW TO WIN FRIENDS AND Any weekly programme is influenced not only by the course book Improve not only speaking skills, but overall INFLUENCE PEOPLE syllabus but also by the learning goals and interests of the A study in register, form, and audience. This students in any one group. communication, including body language, poise, and other related skills. Students will be module is a business inspired look at TESTING ON ARRIVAL able to speak confidently, maintain poise while communication. As necessary, it will address On your first day you will take a language test, to assess your speaking English, and present their opinions the business English needs around knowledge of grammar and vocabulary and how well you are able charismatically. In addition, they will be able networking, correspondence, socializing, to understand and speak English. to speak tactfully about sensitive topics and be meetings, etc. It is also very much for non- This helps us to understand the class you’ll be happiest and most more comfortable with public speaking. Business English students ready to examine successful in. the effect their language has on their CAREER PREPARATION interlocutor. MONTHLY TUTORIALS Write a professional American-style résumé Every month you’ll have a one-to-one tutorial with a member of the (CV) and cover letter. Learn interview skills and PRE-IELTS: GRAMMAR academic team to make sure you are on track to achieve your goals US business practices. A taste of grammar in the context of the IELTS and fulfil your potential. It’s a great opportunity to review your exam. This could entail any part of the exam course choices and learning methods and to really make sure you CURRENT EVENTS AND DEBATE and will focus on the variety of grammatical achieve what you want to achieve. Learn to speak your opinion confidently. knowledge necessary to achieve top marks. Debate current world news and business QUALITY ASSURANCE topics. GLOBAL ISSUES Our Directors of Studies are based in all of our schools to ensure A mid-level offering for students to improve our programmes are of the highest possible quality, our teachers POPULAR ENGLISH their speaking skills particularly when it comes are qualified and take part in ongoing training, our class sizes are Study popular slang and idioms from TV to expressing opinion, agreeing & disagreeing, small and that our students leave having gained the maximum from shows, movies and songs. Develop vocabulary their time with us. exercising diplomacy and politeness. This to help you communicate in all situations. includes being able to talk about subjects that are important to them. SOCIAL MEDIA AT WORK GENERAL ENGLISH QUICK FACTS Improve your social media skills to market PRONUNCIATION CLINIC We offer an exciting range of General LOCATION: yourself and build your network. Study how Isolated sounds, intonation, stressed English courses for all levels, from All centres: Essential (20) native English speakers use social media in syllables, sentence stress. Speaking and Beginner to Proficiency, and to suit Standard (25) their professional lives. listening activities to help the students identify different budgets. We also offer Intensive (30) the differences between students’ first NEWS AND NEWSPAPERS language and English plus offer opportunities timetables that give you the All US centres, London & Toronto: Super Intensive (35) Explore different types of printed media and to practise. flexibility to choose a course that discuss the raised issues of current affairs Cambridge & London only: Standard flex (20) best matches your needs from incorporating useful language and vocabulary 1-48+ weeks. START DATES Every Monday at Upper-Intermediate - Advanced level. MINIMUM LEVEL Beginner AGE: 16+

14 15 EXAM PREPARATION

All our exam preparation courses cover CAMBRIDGE EXAM PREPARATION the areas of your chosen exam in detail KEY COURSE FACTS KEY COURSE FACTS ensuring you learn the skills and English Cambridge English exams are recognised by schools, universities and employers worldwide. They do not expire and language through the use of past papers there are three to choose from: First (FCE), Advanced (CAE) and and test-taking strategies to achieve exam IELTS PREPARATION Proficiency (CPE). All our UK schools are authorised Cambridge LOCATION: success. English exam centres, so it’s easy to book the exam and UK: All Centres (FCE, CAE, CPE) students can take the exam at the school. USA: San Diego (FCE, CAE) Preparation courses available for These courses will develop your English Cambridge Exams, IELTS, and TOEFL. skills and improve your exam technique in San Francisco (CAE) preparation for the IELTS (International English FCE Canada: Toronto (FCE, CAE) Language Testing System) exam – ideal for FCE proves you have reached B2 (Upper Intermediate) level of OBJECTIVES students who require a specific level of IELTS English and can use everyday written and spoken English for LEVEL: for university entrance or a specific level by a work or study purposes. The programme will develop every • Goal-oriented and highly focussed preparation Upper Intermediate to Proficiency certain date. aspect of your English through engaging lessons and activities, programme AGE: from studying idioms and modal verbs to debating ideas and QUICK FACTS • Develop the skills needed to succeed in the exam writing essays at a high language level. 16+ • Standard, Intensive and Super Intensive • Develop strategies to maximise your score in the • Start dates: any Monday, 1-36+ weeks exam CAE “The school is • Minimum Level: Intermediate CAE demonstrates that you are at the C1 (Advanced) level HOW YOU WILL LEARN • Lessons per week: of English needed for academic and professional success. perfectly located • Skim reading for meaning, scanning for detail, 25 lessons = 18.75 hours per week As you prepare for the exam, you’ll study complex grammar paraphrasing, making inferences, and more 30 lessons = 22.5 hours per week and advanced-level vocabulary and learn how to write and has a great 35 lessons = 26.25 hours per week proposals, conduct research and communicate effectively in an • Methods and strategies for successful integrated timetable! The • Age: 16+ international workplace. and independent writing • Location: UK and Canadian Centres teachers here are • The skills needed to speak confidently and CPE succeed in a one-to-one interview CPE demonstrates that you are at the C2 (Proficiency) level of very good! I’m TOEFL PREPARATION English and have the advanced skills necessary to function • Listening strategies such as listening for gist and effectively in almost every English speaking context. As confident in my for detail you prepare for the exam, you’ll need to be ready to think progress and hope Taken by over 25 million English language intensively about the English language in a variety of • With sample papers and continuous practice of learners, the TOEFL test is a widely respected professional and academic contexts, transposing your thoughts to get a higher specific tasks, you will become familiar with the English language test. into different registers of language, looking for the most exam you are taking and learn how to answer the suitable phrasing for each situation. It measures your ability to use English at IELTS score than questions as effectively as possible university level and is recognised by over what I actually need 8,000 institutions in more than 130 countries, including the majority of North American for University.” universities. Ghusun, Saudi Arabia QUICK FACTS • Essential, Standard, Intensive and Super Intensive

• Start dates: any Monday, 1-36+ weeks

• Minimum Level: Upper Intermediate

• Lessons per week 20 lessons = 15 hours per week 25 lessons = 18.75 hours per week 30 lessons = 22.5 hours per week 35 lessons = 26.25 hours per week • Location: All USA Centres

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UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT SERVICE Students interested in attending university or college in the USA or Canada are Our University Pathways Team will counsel and guide you through the admissions process to encouraged to take advantage of University Pathways at Stafford House. Our one of our 60+ partner institutions. schools offer recognised English language levels, a University Preparation course Includes: and a University Placement Service with over 60 partners helping you to gain • Assistance with up to 3 applications including Conditional Admission (CLA) acceptance and succeed at a university in North America. • Personalized Pathway Plan prepared together with the University Pathway Coordinator • Regularly scheduled one-to-one meetings with the University Pathway Coordinator • Guaranteed admission providing entry requirements are met 4 STEPS TO A UNIVERSITY DEGREE UNIVERSITY PREPARATION COURSE

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Choose from any Stafford House Core Course and add Academic Modules which focus on the Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 academic English and study skills you will need at university or college.

OnCampus SH Level 4 Year 1 of 4 Year 2-4 Bachelor Degree at an Our Academic Modules offer you the opportunity to focus on skills needed to succeed in an (IELTS 5) Bachelor OnCampus Partner academic environment. From note-taking skills, to lecture listening practice to academic Choose a University Apply to the Achieve the level of Degree writing practice, you will leave Stafford House feeling confident about your academic path. and plan your University and English required by SH Level 5 Community College Year 3&4 of a pathway with the receive conditional your University or (IELTS 6) 2 Year Associate Degree Bachelor Degree help of our staff. acceptance College Diplomas & Certificates 4-52 weeks SH Level 6&7 CHOOSE YOUR PATHWAY (IELTS 7+) 4 Year Undergraduate Degree Conditional Letter of Acceptance: Get accepted to your dream college before you even leave with Stafford House Partner your home country. Choose among our college partners and complete the application process pre-arrival. If you meet all academic criteria (except for English language), you’ll receive a letter of conditional acceptance and all you need to do is reach the right English level with us at Stafford House. TOEFL Waiver: Transfer to our partner colleges without having to take the TOEFL Test. Simply reach the Stafford House English level required by the partner university and our advisors BENEFITS OF A STAFFORD HOUSE will help you with your transfer. ACADEMIC PATHWAY: • Access to 60+ partner universities in the USA and Canada Stafford House Core Course: 20 lessons Academic Modules: 5-10 lessons • Counseling and support from trained staff at each school on the admissions process General English English for Academic Purposes • Conditional acceptance and/or TOEFL or IELTS waiver with most partners Business English Writing and Grammar Test Preparation - Cambridge (FCE & CAE), Academic Writing • In-school presentations from local universities and networking events with international TOEFL, IELTS Research and Presentation skills university alumni Current Events • Staff guidance and progression tracking to support student’s desired admissions timeline IELTS Preparation +Other General English Modules • Visits and tours of local college campuses

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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES KEY COURSE FACTS CAREER PREPARATION ACTIVITY PROFESSIONAL SKILLS FOR A GLOBAL CAREER PRACTICE YOUR ENGLISH IN THE AMERICAN WORKPLACE VISA Tourist Visa or F1 Visa Skills-focused certificates in Marketing and BUILD PROFESSIONAL CONFIDENCE AND BOOST YOUR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES LEVEL Upper Intermediate Advertising, Project Management, and Business Stafford House offers you a global professional experience with the Career Preparation Activity. Develop Management. LESSONS Essential your résumé and interview skills and progress with confidence towards your career goals by spending (20 Professional Skills lessons ) time in an American company. COURSE FEATURES: Standard Lecture-style classes (20 Professional Skills lessons BENEFITS Experienced teachers introduce business concepts + 5 module lessons* ) • Practice English with American colleagues and experience an authentic work environment in lectures featuring business case studies. Intensive • Learn industry-specific vocabulary and the casual English used in the workplace (20 Professional Skills lessons • Apply your skills and knowledge to host company projects and tasks Team projects + 10 module lessons*) • Learn interview skills and build confidence for your placement and future job searches Learn communication, presentation and team- Super Intensive working skills essential for a successful career. (20 Professional Skills lessons OUTCOMES Have experiences that reflect the real workplace as + 15 module lessons*) • Stafford House Career Preparation Activity Certificate you collaborate with other international students on • Reference letter from an American host company final term projects. PROJECT MANAGEMENT • International experience for your résumé Company visits and Guest Speakers Start dates: • Network of international contacts Each certificate includes an American company • San Diego & Boston: 6 Feb, 8 May, 7 Aug, 6 Nov • San Fran. & Chicago: 6 Mar, 5 Jun, 5 Sept, 4 Dec visit, networking event or a guest speaker to WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 WEEK 5-12+ Stafford House. Local start-ups, successful Duration: 4 weeks entrepreneurs and established business leaders Topics: STANDARD OR INTENSIVE COURSE give inspiring talks and answer questions about a • Managing schedules, budgets and risks General English | Business English | Test Preparation TOEFL / Cambridge | Professional Certificates specific business topic such as how their business • How to build a business case • How to analyze new projects overcomes challenges and what it takes to succeed MODULE ACTIVITY in the current business climate. • How to track and communicate progress CAREER Meeting with CPA Research the Host PREPARATION Activity introduction advisor about Company and learn Practice Interview Placement begins and meetings with MARKETING & ADVERTISING ACTIVITY placement and about American techniques in the Host Company OUTCOMES: the CPA Advisor resume preparation office etiquette. • A Professional Certificate from Stafford House Start dates: • Final business presentation and project • San Diego & Boston: 3 Jan, 3 Apr, 3 Jul, 2 Oct • San Fran. & Chicago: 30 Jan, 1 May, 31 Jul, 30 Oct • Experience working in a multi-cultural team Duration: 5 weeks CPA HOST COMPANY PLACEMENTS* • Networking skills and new international Topics: Our placements are in small and medium sized host companies, start-ups, and even a few well-known contacts • Team Project: Create and present a marketing plan brand names, but the most important factor is that that students are involved in meaningful company • Product development, lifecycle and planning activities and tasks and learn from business owners and leaders. In these carefully chosen companies, SAMPLE PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE TIMETABLE • How to develop sales, promotion and advertising you will practice speaking English with American professionals, increase your confidence and boost MON TUES WED THUR FRI strategies your professional development. Career Placement Advisors match you with American host companies 8:45am - 10:15am PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE CORE COURSE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT according to your interests, and abilities and where you will have an experience that will benefit your 10:30am - 12pm GROUP WORK: PROJECT PLAN future careers. Start dates: 12pm - 12:45pm LUNCH • San Diego & Boston: 6 Mar, 5 Jun, 5 Sep, 4 Dec *Placements are not to be considered employment or training in your area. Once accepted on the program a placement is *MODULE LESSONS INCLUDING FREE guaranteed, but we do not promise placements in specific areas or companies. 12:45pm - 4:15pm • San Fran. & Chicago: 3 Jan, 3 Apr, 3 Jul, 2 Oct CAREER PREPARATION ACTIVITY AFTERNOON Duration: 4 weeks Topics: *Add other English modules such as Career Preparation Activity, PLACEMENT AREAS: Business English or Exam Preparation for a Standard, Intensive or • The role of management and leadership within an Business Administration | Marketing | Sales | Social Services (NGO) | Hospitality Super Intensive course. organization • How to develop your own leadership skills • How to develop professional relationships

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BUSINESS ENGLISH KEY COURSE FACTS UNLIMITED PACKAGE USA This course will develop your English skills and Any Course, Any Intensity, Any Center, One Price LOCATION: confidence for a variety of business contexts such USA: All Centres UNLIMITED OPPORTUNITIES: GAIN CERTIFICATES, PRACTICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES as presentations, meetings and negotiations. The UK: London Only FOR YOUR GLOBAL CAREER. syllabus combines practical skills with business Canada: Toronto Only and industry specific language tailored to your Unlimited Package USA gives you: START DATES: needs so you make the right impact with your • Course variety – join any course and get a free upgrade to the Professional Pathway Every Monday future clients and colleagues. options: Professional Certificates and a Career Preparation Activity in an American MINIMUM LEVEL: HOW YOU LEARN Company Intermediate Your English language fluency will improve as you • Flexibility - adjust your program and intensity to meet your needs as you progress with AGE: Stafford House study grammar, pronunciation, and business 18+ vocabulary related to a range of topics including • Certificates, experiences and international contacts that will help you succeed in your sales, marketing and advertising, human career resources, administration, finance and “I really appreciate management. the use of Includes: General English, Business English, Test Preparation, Professional Certificates on an Essential, Standard, Intensive or Super Intensive schedule, the Career Preparation Activity Your language and practical skills will grow technology in the and the Registration Fee. through various activities such as reading correspondence and reports, writing letters and classes which Package can be booked for a minimum of 12 weeks or more. emails, negotiating, preparing and delivering makes learning fun. presentations and socialising and networking. We use interactive KEY FEATURES BUILD YOUR UNLIMITED PACKAGE whiteboards and • Essential, Standard, Intensive or Super Choose any course, any intensity*, any center. Intensive course with specialist modules can use the internet, LEVEL REQUIRED COURSE OUTCOMES introducing functional business vocabulary watch videos and for applied use in the workplace access newspapers GENERAL ENGLISH Beginners General English Stafford House Certificate • Develops the listening, speaking, reading like Guardian - and writing skills needed in the commercial FCE/ CAE- San Francisco and San Diego to help us in class.” TEST PREPARATION AND Intermediate and Upper Officially recongnised exam world TOEFL - All Schools BUSINESS ENGLISH Intermediate + certificate*** • Improves grammar and extends business Janice, Brazil Business English vocabulary

Professional Certificate in Marketing and Advertising** 1-3 Professional Certificates Professional Certificate in Product Certificate of Career Preparation PROFESSIONAL Management** Upper Intermediate + Activity PATHWAYS* Professional Certificate in Business Experience and a Reference Letter Management** from an American company Career Preparation Activity**

*Students who take a Standard, Intensive or Super Intensive schedule or participate in the Career Preparation Activity will require an F1 visa and must maintain the class hours required for the visa **These options have fixed start dates see 2016-2017 dates ***The test fees are not included in the package price

22 23 TORONTO Toronto provides the best combination of big-city convenience with the safety and comfort of a small town. It offers a wide range of EXPLORE artistic and cultural activities, with an abundance of theatres, concerts, CANADA museums and galleries. And of course the Toronto Zoo known Canada is the second largest for its interactive education and conservation activities. country in the world, surpassed only by the Russian Federation. It Beach Barbecue is very diverse in its people, its cultures, its climate, and the way of life. It is consistently ranked as the top country in the world to live, based on quality of life, education, high life expectancy and low crime. Surrounded by mountains and the ocean, it boasts some of the most beautiful sceneries in the world ideal for students who love the outdoors, nature and summer and CALGARY Calgary is safe, winter sports. clean, modern and prosperous. It’s filled with Our students in Calgary love their exceptionally friendly trips to Banff National Park to people who know just explore the Canadian Rockies. how to make you feel welcome! Toronto students enjoy the night life of a large international city, including multi-cultural festivals such as Caribana and the Dragon Boat Festival. In addition students take trips to Niagara Falls, Canada’s Wonderland, Toronto Zoo and Canoeing at Toronto Islands!

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Our Calgary school is located in the main business Stafford House Toronto is situated in a friendly district, in a ‘no pay’ train zone, which international KEY SCHOOL FACTS neighborhood and the school is right in The North KEY SCHOOL FACTS students love. York Centre, so students have access to the North York It is also close to Calgary Tower, the Calgary Central CAPACITY Central Library and a direct indoor connection to the CAPACITY Library and a huge indoor shopping complex, a 120 subway station. This uptown location offers a variety of 200 cafés, restaurants and theatres, major shopping centres unique indoor tropical park, theatres, cinemas and CLASSROOMS CLASSROOMS and recreation complexes. Our bright, modern school restaurants. 10 18 offers extensive educational facilities. STUDENT COMPUTERS STUDENT COMPUTERS 11 12

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4 St SW St 11 Ave SW SW St Glendora Ave 11 Ave SW Sheppard Ave West 11 Ave SW 11 Ave SW 11 Ave SW 26 27 BOSTON Boston is one of the most historic, wealthy and influential cities in the USA. A unique waterfront city that you’ll fall EXPLORE in love with the very first time you visit. Filled with historical AMERICA sights, a plethora of museums, sports fan-fare and lively marketplaces, your inner From the historic cobblestone culture vulture is waiting to be streets of Boston to the iconic unleashed in Boston. Golden Gate Bridge, the USA offers unique destinations from coast to coast. CHICAGO With festivals every weekend, live music every night, and beautiful parks and While studying at a Stafford House beaches beckoning every day—Chicago location in the USA, you can spend buzzes with energy and excitement all your days exploring America’s year long. Listen to free jazz concerts in endless list of natural wonders and Grant Park and modern music concerts in your nights enjoying world class Millennium Park. Visit the Willis (Sears) Tower, the Field Museum and the Art meals in one of the many Institute of Chicago. Chicago is also fascinating cities. famous for its world class architecture, Over the weekends, our students food and shopping. surf California’s beaches, explore Yosemite’s world famous SAN DIEGO San Diego is renowned for its idyllic climate, 70 mountains and rivers, learn to ski miles of pristine beaches and many world-class in the upper Midwest or take in the attractions like the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and SeaWorld. San Diego offers expansive, natural wonders of an expansive variety of things to see and do Niagara Falls. appealing to students of all ages from around the In addition to enjoying the great world. Its proximity to Los Angeles and Hollywood also gives students many other places to explore. weather and many outdoor activities, our students also spend If you like warm beaches, and a relaxed atmosphere, San Diego is the right place for you. their free time immersing themselves in the culture, food and nightlife in some of the world’s SAN FRANCISCO Known for its international culture, most famous destinations many high-tech companies, free music including New York City, Las Vegas, festivals, and delicious California food, Silicon Valley and Los Angeles. the San Francisco Bay Area is one of the top travel and business destinations in The USA is one of the most popular the world. San Francisco is the City by study abroad destinations because the Bay, home to beautiful landmarks of its friendly and welcoming like the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, culture, amazing weather and never and Fisherman’s Wharf. ending list of places to explore!

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Boston is often called the Educational Capital of Our Chicago center is located on Michigan Avenue with America. Over 250,000 students from all over the KEY SCHOOL FACTS beautiful views of Lake Michigan and the Art Institute KEY SCHOOL FACTS world help give Boston this title and with Harvard and of Chicago. The center provides modern facilities with MIT close by it’s easy to see why. CAPACITY easy access to public transportation, local services and CAPACITY Our ultra-modern downtown school is just moments 240 shopping. Chicago students love visiting the nearby 270 museums, attending sporting events and eating at from the green space of Boston Common, historic CLASSROOMS CLASSROOMS famous restaurants. Faneuil Hall Marketplace and even Macy’s which is 15 20 over the road. Every week the activities schedule includes trips to top STUDENT COMPUTERS landmarks, game nights and tours of the many diverse STUDENT COMPUTERS 15 neighborhoods that make Chicago unique. 40 LESSONS LESSONS 45 mins long 45 mins long

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The Stafford House San Francisco center is located in The San Diego Center is located in the downtown Gas the Financial District, close to all public transportation KEY SCHOOL FACTS Lamp district. Relocated in 2016, this brand new facility KEY SCHOOL FACTS including the world famous cable cars and Union has a beautiful student lounge with a foosball table and Square shopping. The school has study lounges, CAPACITY a student kitchen with vending machines. Spacious and CAPACITY a student kitchen, and a Global Learning Center. 300 sunny classrooms are just steps away from a games 170 Students in San Francisco never miss an opportunity room with a pool and ping pong table. The weather in San CLASSROOMS CLASSROOMS to visit the Golden Gate Bridge, tour Fisherman’s Diego will make the school’s new roof terrace popular 21 16 Wharf, or explore San Francisco’s many diverse every season. One of our most popular activities are the neighborhoods. STUDENT COMPUTERS beach bonfires where students can watch the sunset and STUDENT COMPUTERS 14 socialize in beautiful Ocean Beach. 23 LESSONS LESSONS 45 mins long 45 mins long

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W W W BRIGHTON Breathe in the south coast’s coolest seaside town. The city often called London On Sea is a mix of the cosmopolitan and EXPLORE UK quirky.

From its beautiful landscapes, countryside, and historic World Heritage Sites, to its vibrant and cosmopolitan cities with the latest Beach Barbecue trends in music, fashion, sports CAMBRIDGE events and food, the UK is truly World class University City, Cambridge has the edge when one of the world’s greatest it comes to beauty, history countries. Our four schools are and culture. This elegant yet strategically located to introduce compact city boasts spectacular you to the best it has to offer. architecture in the shape of colleges, chapels, churches and Historic pubs tucked away deep in courtyards combined with green the city, quirky markets nestled in parks, wide open spaces and the the midst of local communities or River Cam, which winds through festivals, museums and events that its heart. could be left off the student to-do list; we try to put the Stafford House CANTERBURY Canterbury Cathedral, cream student in touch with the city they teas and river punting - if you are hope to discover. looking for that traditional English experience then look no further We design a lot of activities that aim than Stafford House Canterbury. to encourage our students on trips to extend their knowledge of English beyond the classroom. This could take the form of a local culture and history quiz, language that can be used in an art gallery or an activity looking at architecture vocabulary. London doesn’t need In short, our social programme aims LONDON introductions - it is one of the to bridge the gap between the world’s greatest, most exciting classroom and the world outside. cities - a truly multi-cultural Our students can enjoy a wide melting pot combining centuries choice of activities, knowledgeable of tradition with being the centre activity leaders and a team that of new global thinking and trends. encourages you to use your English at all levels in all of our incredible cities.

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With the beach in one direction and town the other, Stafford House Cambridge is located in the heart of the the school is located in the heart of the action. KEY SCHOOL FACTS storied city. The school’s modern classrooms, canteen KEY SCHOOL FACTS Situated in a beautiful Regency building, for which and student access centre in the old city are just steps Brighton is famous, our light, bright classrooms and CAPACITY away from the most famous colleges in the world. CAPACITY bespoke student zones offer the perfect combination 224 Students in Cambridge love taking advantage of the 150+ of study, fun and socialising space! unique activities that make this exciting city so famous: CLASSROOMS CLASSROOMS punting on the river Cam, tours of St John’s College, 16 11 Evensong at King’s College Chapel, and exploring the STUDENT COMPUTERS theatres, museums and boutiques in the city centre. LESSONS 14 45 mins long

LESSONS STUDENTS IN CLASS 45 mins long Average 10 (max 14)

STUDENTS IN CLASS ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS Average 10 (max 14) Homestay Student House ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS Student Residence Homestay Summer Residence Student House Student Residence CAMBRIDGE AMENITIES Summer Residence Student lounge BRIGHTON AMENITIES IT lounge Student lounge Free Wi-Fi IT lounge Library Free Wi-Fi Café Library Canteen Interactive whiteboards 65” interactive screens Outside courtyard Self-study room Self-study room TOP 5 NATIONALITIES TOP 5 NATIONALITIES Italian Saudi Arabian French Turkish Jesus Turkish Thai Green Brighton and Hove Chinese Reform Synagogue Swiss St. Ann’s Toy & Thai Well Gardens Model Mueum Chinese The Orchard Midsummer SH Common

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Canterbury is in the heart of the Kent countryside, The school is located in the heart of upmarket which is known as ‘The Garden of England’. This corner KEY SCHOOL FACTS Bloomsbury, central London, with all the transport KEY SCHOOL FACTS of England is rich in history because it is so close to links to the rest of the capital you could ever need at mainland Europe – you will find castles everywhere you CAPACITY your feet. Our historic buildings are full of character, CAPACITY go! Paris and Brussels are just a short journey away. 180 light-filled and packed with the latest technology. 400

Our light, bright school is just moments from the centre CLASSROOMS Situated in between some of the world’s top CLASSROOMS of this medieval city, awash with history yet vibrant with 15 universities, you’ll also find all the academic 19

student life from the three popular universities that also STUDENT COMPUTERS inspiration you need around you. STUDENT COMPUTERS reside here. 14 14

LESSONS LESSONS 45 mins long 45 mins long

STUDENTS IN CLASS STUDENTS IN CLASS Average 10 (max 14) Average 11 (max 14)

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS Homestay Homestay Student House Student House Summer Residence Student Residence Summer Residence CANTERBURY AMENITIES LONDON AMENITIES Student lounge Student lounge IT lounge IT lounge Free Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi Library Library Café Café Outside courtyard Canteen Interactive whiteboards Interactive whiteboards Self-study room Self-study room TOP 5 NATIONALITIES Saudi Arabian TOP 5 NATIONALITIES Thai Korean RussellRusell The Beany Square House Of Art Canterbury Square & Knowlege Roman Museum Korean Turkish St. Augustine’s Canterbury Abbey Christ Church Senate University Turkish House Swiss Library Chinese Brazilian Italian

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We deliver tailor-made package SAMPLE TAILORED programmes to groups of students throughout the year, designing the GROUPS programme to adapt to the needs and interests of each group. Whether your group is looking for • In San Francisco we had a group for specialised course content for academic, which we customised a technology and cultural or professional purposes, we startup company experience. They took work with you to understand your a digital marketing module in the requirements and objectives, and use morning and in the afternoon their that understanding to design a highly schedule included various Bay Area effective teaching programme. We and Silicon Valley events and tours. welcome groups from a variety of They visited the offices of local backgrounds and professions; from companies and attended a networking university students and business event for ‘Angel Investors.’ They also executives, to nurses, pilots and visited the campuses of Google and teachers. Facebook on a Silicon Valley tour. Alongside the course content, we can • We run tailored exam preparation offer a bespoke calendar of cultural and courses for Trinity GESE, Cambridge social activities, meal plans with specific CAE and IELTS preparation for closed dietary requirements and assistance groups on short timeframes (2-4 with particular travel arrangements and weeks). accommodation types, ensuring that • We also had groups of teachers from every aspect of your experience is Spain, Italy and China who had tailored to your needs and expectations. morning “refresher” General English classes and “teaching methodology” afternoon classes. • We have organised a 2-week Harry Potter themed course, with international classes in the mornings followed by Harry Potter-themed Blue Badge guided walks in the afternoons. The highlight of this trip was the visit to Warner Brothers’ Studios and the premiere of a new Harry Potter movie. In addition, our London team transformed the whole school into a world of Harry Potter magic!

40 41 JUNIOR GROUPS AND DISCOVER Our Locations Stafford House Summer provides high quality English Individuals and activity courses for young learners. We enjoy a reputation for providing effective language lessons and running well-organised activities and excursions, in safe and friendly environments throughout the UK, Brighton Cambridge Canada and USA. We give equal importance to both the academic and UK leisure parts of the programme and encourage students CLASSIC COURSE to use the English language rather than to ‘learn about This summer programme is one of a it’. For more information on our centres, as well as number of courses we run throughout further information on the courses available, please the UK, Canada and USA. It offers a lively Canterbury explore www.studyholidays.com combination of English language lessons, London activities and excursions. Malvern AVAILABLE IN Centres across the UK, Canada and USA START DATES Weekly from June to late August LEVEL Elementary to Advanced Oakham Yo rk LESSONS PER WEEK 20 (15 hours) MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE 16 students COURSE LENGTH 1 - 4 weeks AGE 9 - 18 years (depending on centre)

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COURSES AVAILABLE: CANADA GENERAL ENGLISH COURSES SPECIALIST COURSES • Classic Course • Arsenal Soccer School • Intensive English • Saracens School of Rugby • London Explorer • Coding & Programming Academy SPORTS SUPPLEMENTS • Art & Design Tennis | Football | Golf | • Drama USA Boston Los Angeles New Haven Horse Riding | Art & Design • Film Making Basketball | Modern Dance • Fashion Adventure Sports | Drama • Summer portfolio preparation programme • STEM and Leadership courses • Academic courses

Our centres offer a range of academic, creative and language programmes which are all accredited by the respective bodies and associations.

42 For more information please email: [email protected] 43 or visit: www.studyholidays.com Part of Cambridge Education Group