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Brighton Language College Brighton Language College 2021 Course Guide 2021 Course Guide Contents Brighton 4 Key Information 5 Student Services 7 Facilities 8 Your Progression 10 General English 12 IELTS Academic Test Preparation 14 Cambridge B2 First 16 Cambridge A1 Advanced 18 One to One 20 English and Culture (40+) 22 Brighton Key Information A truly exciting city Location, facts and figures

Brighton is one of the most cosmopolitan beach at every opportunity. Brighton is one of cities in the UK and located just 50 minutes the lead cities in the UK to host a Pride festival, from central London by train. It has much of a celebration to promote equality and diversity what London has to offer; a notable difference (LGBTQ+). The major event is an annual being that Brighton is a seaside resort city. summer festival held in the first week of August London which consists of a parade through the city Brighton is the UK’s most popular seaside centre, an event in Preston Park and the Kemp Brighton & Hove Albion FC Royal destination and a truly exciting city with its own Town Village Party with major artists performing Heathrow Pavilion identity. Brighton is a unique, upmarket and (2019 headline artist being Kylie Minogue). Airport Brighton Language College welcoming place mixing historic buildings, diverse nightlife, trendy boutiques, a rich For a quieter place in the sun just head west theatrical and music scene, fabulous clubs and and pass the seafront bars and the old West Gatwick Sea Life bars, family entertainment, eclectic shopping, Pier (Brighton’s ghostly pier that caught on fire Airport Centre 2 universities and a beach front which is one of in 2003). However, Brighton is an all–season the most visited in the UK. Not only that, but with city and even though it can be crowded on a the beautiful South Downs National Park close hot summer’s day from September the crowds Brighton by, offering rolling hills and stunning cliff top are less but the city still retains its charm. Brighton coastlines, Brighton is a city with plenty to offer. Palace Pier Burning of the Clocks If the city–life is too much for you, you can Brighton is famous for the Royal Pavilion; the always have a break in the fabulous South home of King George IV (The Prince Regent) Downs National Park. Just take a bus or train which he often visited as a holiday destination and in 20 minutes you are walking among Classes leading a luxurious lifestyle. Since the eighteenth green hills, strolling along cobbled streets century, Brighton has had the reputation for and enjoying some of the most beautiful being a relaxed and vibrant city. Londoners coastline views England has to offer. Maximum Class Sizes: Minimum Ages: Lesson Length: have been travelling to Brighton and the beach General English 15 General English 16 1 lesson 45 minutes ever since the railway arrived in 1841 to Brighton & Hove Albion FC were promoted to IELTS Academic Test Preparation 15 IELTS Academic Test Preparation 16 12 lessons 9 hours bathe in the sea and they still do today to get The Premier League in 2017. Also known as “The Business 12 Business 18 20 lessons 15 hours away from the pressures of city life. Brighton Seagulls” their Premier League status means Cambridge B2 First 10 Cambridge B2 First 16 26 lessons 19.5 hours Palace Pier and the Royal Pavilion are the main that in the 2020/21 season Brighton are playing Cambridge C1 Advanced 10 Cambridge C1 Advanced 16 32 lessons 24 hours sights, but you will also find hundreds of pubs against some of the biggest football teams One to One 1 One to One 12 55 lessons 41.25 hours and clubs attracting an energetic crowd. in England at The Amex Stadium in Brighton. Brighton Arts Festival English & Culture (40+) 8 English & Culture (40+) 40 The city is now also home to the British You can see great teams play football here in Airways i360, the world’s thinnest moving Brighton like Manchester United, Manchester observation tower (162m) with views City, Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal. along the coast, across the South Downs Nationality Mix Age Mix and across the English Channel. Whatever it is you are looking for to complement your studies and free A mix of over 40 other nationalities 33% 16 - 19 26% Brighton comes alive when the sun is shining; time, Brighton has a lot to offer. people fill the streets and head down to the Italy 15% 20 - 29 31%

Germany 14% 30 - 39 16% 2021 events in Brighton Switzerland 11% 40 - 49 15%

Saudi Arabia 9% 50 - 59 9% March Sussex Beer & Cider Festival, Vegetarian Festival Lewes Bonfire Night April Brighton Marathon Spain 6% 60+ 3% Brighton Food and Drink Festival Russia 5% May Brighton Arts Festival, Heroes Run Gender Mix June World Naked Bike Ride, London to Brighton Bike Ride France 3% July Paddle Round the Pier, March of the Mermaids Female 59% Brazil 3% August Brighton Food and Drink Festival, Pride Festival Male 41% September Chilli Festival, Colour Run *Data provided is for 2019 October Brighton Comedy Festival November Lewes Bonfire Night, Royal Pavilion Ice Rink December Burning of the Clocks Pride Festival

4 5 Student Services Helping you day by day

Homestay Accommodation Student Welfare Social Programme

Live in an English–speaking household and learn At BLC we provide a complete welfare BLC looks after your language training and it as you live together, a unique opportunity to package so you have everything you require is also our mission for you to have a great time improve fluency and experience our culture first for a successful and memorable period of outside of class relaxing, using the language hand. A variety of room options are available study. Our Welfare Officer ensures that you you have learned and communicating with for you to choose between and you can also eat have a safe and enjoyable experience in other students and local people in your free together with your hosts every morning and Brighton and will provide you with all the time. We organise many events and work with evening. BLC homestays are 20–45 minutes away information you need to maximise your stay many local events organisers for special prices from our city centre school by public transport. here with us. On day 1 you will receive: and are always here to help you book trips around the UK or provide you with advice. Each homestay provides a different experience A warm welcome, induction and orientation of British life where you are welcomed as Coffee morning / meet the students Example Social Activities (seasonal) part of the family. All our homestays are Your initial free text book Cinema Evenings carefully checked by our Accommodation An introduction to our team Paris Weekend Officers who are available at all times if you Information on Brighton, the college, areas of West End Musicals need any help while you are with BLC. interest and our facilities Concerts Free Super Fast Wi–Fi (70 Mbps) access Premier League Football Special dietary needs can be catered for (vegan, Out of hours hot line phone number Beach Volleyball celiac, lactose free etc.) for a supplement. An exciting and active social programme so you Pottery Classes can make new friends International Student Nights BLC Homestay Student ID card Street Dance Single/twin rooms Pub Quiz Carefully selected welcoming hosts Basketball Half board or breakfast only Airport Transfer Service London Excursions Excellent value for money Lazer Zone Practise your English at home Beach Barbecues BLC can arrange private taxi transfers to take Bouldering BLC Premium Homestay you directly to your accommodation on arrival Cream Teas Private bathroom and back to the airport on your departure. Exclusive homestay providers Ideal for professionals

Private Accommodation BLC can advise on finding private accommodation with a number of recommended agencies, hotels or hostels in the city. Please remember that if you choose to arrange private accommodation you will not have the benefits of everyday communication and language use your homestay provides.

Public Holidays BLC is closed on all UK Public Holidays. In such cases new students will start on the Tuesday if the Public Holiday is a Monday.

School Closure Dates » 24.12.20 - 01.01.21 » 02.04.21 – 05.04.21 » 03.05.21 » 31.05.21 » 30.08.21 » 24.12.21 – 02.01.22

7 Facilities Your school and environment

Background Features

BLC was established in 1995 and relocated to You are in the heart of the city each day Free Super Fast Wi–Fi (70 Mbps) new premises in 2015 with modern facilities of your studies, meaning you have all the 35 Classrooms and classrooms covering 6 colour coded floors benefits of Brighton’s superb restaurants, Reception / information desk and over 1000m2. The school is situated in beaches, night life, shops, entertainment and Student lounge & patio the city centre opposite the Royal Pavilion unique lifestyle in the UK’s trendiest resort Welfare & counselling service and only 2 minutes walk from the beach and city. Brighton Language College operates Academic support Brighton Palace Pier & Sea Life Centre. from 2 buildings, 7 and 12 Old Steine. Airport Transfer service Accommodation service City centre school School Floor Guide - 7 Old Steine Royal Pavilion views Book shop Tours & excursion reservation desk 6 4th Floor: one to one classrooms / large group classrooms / small group classrooms 5 3rd Floor: large group classrooms / small group classrooms 4 2nd Floor: large group classrooms / small group classrooms 3 1st Floor: Offices / teaching resource centre / large group classrooms 2 Ground Floor: Reception / large group classrooms / small group classrooms / patio 1 Underground: Student lounge / student shop

8 9 Your Progression Understanding your level of English

Our Courses English Language Levels Pre-Arrival Test

Courses taught at Brighton Language College All of our courses follow the Common European All students on an adult course must take a pre improve your English ability. Our Framework Reference for Languages (CEFR). arrival test before arrival. Tests must be taken teachers will tailor the course for your level. and completed one week prior to arrival. To help you assess your level, we have a free Every course page lists the level the course is English level test on our website to help you. suitable for and many of our courses are avail- If a pre-arrival test has not been completed BLC teaches 5 levels of English (Elementary - able for all levels (you will be placed in a class prior to arrival, then your first day will consist of Advanced) and 6 levels - (Beginner - Advanced) with people of a similar level to you). a test and your first day of class may commence during high season (June - August). on the next day.

Level Level Cambridge IELTS You can... You can... You can...

Summarise information from Express yourself spontaneously, Understand with ease virtually different sources, reconstructing C2 Proficiency C2 Proficiency 8.5-9.0 fluently and precisely even in the everything heard or read arguments and accounts in a most complex situations coherent presentation

Understand a wide range of Express yourself fluently and Use language flexibly and C1 Advanced C1 Advanced 7.0 - 8.0 demanding, longer texts, and spontaneously without much effectively for social, academic and recognise implicit meaning obvious searching for expressions professional purposes

Interact with a degree of fluency Produce clear, detailed text on a Understand the main ideas of and that makes interaction with wide range of subjects and be able B2 Upper Intermediate B2 First 5.5 - 6.5 complex text on both concrete and native speakers possible without to explain viewpoints on topical abstract topics. strain for either party issues.

Understand the main points of Describe experiences, events, Produce simple connected text Intermediate 4.0 - 5.0 clear standard input on familiar hopes and ambitions. Briefly give B1 B1 Preliminary on topics which are familiar or of Pre-Intermediate matters regularly encountered in reasons and explanations for personal interest work, school, leisure, etc opinions and plans

Understand basic sentences and Communicate routine tasks Describe in simple terms aspects of expressions on personal and A2 Elementary A2 Key 3.0 - 3.5 requiring on familiar and routine your background, environment & family information, shopping, local matters matters in areas of immediate need geography, employment

Interact in a simple way if the other Introduce yourself, ask and answer Understand and use familiar A1 Beginner - 2.0 - 2.5 person talks slowly and clearly and questions about where you live, expressions and very basic phrases is prepared to help people you know

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10 11 General English courses run throughout grammar and vocabulary is learned to the year. The course is designed to increase consolidate your studies. Afternoon options General English your English level through a syllabus cover further skills focussed training, which concentrates on listening, reading, business english lessons or private tuition. speaking and writing. With the text book Beginners are welcome June - August.

Start Dates Course Levels Maximum Class Size Minimum Course Length Minimum Age Every Monday Beginner (A1) – Advanced (C1) 15 (10 average) 1 week 16 (23 average)

General English 20 Lessons per week: 20 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 15 AM Content: General English Course Book: Included PM Schedule: N/A Course Code: E20 PM Content: N/A

General English 20 + Skills Focus 6 Lessons per week: 26 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 19.5 (15 + 4.5) AM Content: General English Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (2 days / week) Course Code: E26 PM Content: Skills Focus

General English 20 + Skills Focus 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: General English Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Class discussions Course Code: E32 PM Content: Skills Focus

Skills Focus 12 Lessons per week: 12 AM Schedule: N/A Hours per week: 9 AM Content: N/A Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: EA12 PM Content: Skills Focus

General English 20 + Business 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: General English Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: EB32 PM Content: Business

General English 20 + One to One 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: General English Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: EC32 PM Content: One to One Students in class Interactive lessons

Schedule Lessons Hours 09:15 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:45 11:00 - 11:45 11:45 - 12:30 12:30 -13:30 13:30 - 14:15 14:15 - 14:45 15:00 -16:00 Schedule Lessons Hours 09:15 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:45 11:00 - 11:45 11:45 - 12:30 12:30 -13:30 13:30 - 14:15 14:15 - 14:45 15:00 -16:00

E20 20 15 EA12 12 9 General English General English General English General English – - - - – Skills Focus Skills Focus Skills Focus

E26 26 19.5 EB32 32 24 General English General English General English General English – Skills Focus* Skills Focus* Skills Focus* General English General English General English General English – Business Business Business

E32 32 24 EC32 32 24 General English General English General English General English – Skills Focus Skills Focus Skills Focus General English General English General English General English – One to One One to One One to One

Courses run Monday to Friday (Afternoons Monday to Thursday) / 1 lesson = 45 minutes * 2 days / week

12 13 IELTS is a popular and well recognised and an increasing number of universities IELTS Academic examination taken by students who plan to accept IELTS as proof of language ability. enrol onto higher education programmes. Morning tuition can be supplemented with Test Preparation Many professional organisations worldwide further IELTS tuition or other options.

Start Dates Minimum Course Level Maximum Class Size Minimum Course Length Minimum Age Every Monday Intermediate (B1) 15 (10 average) 2 weeks 16 (23 average)

IELTS Preparation 20 Lessons per week: 20 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 15 AM Content: IELTS Preparation Course Book: Included PM Schedule: N/A Course Code: I20 PM Content: N/A

IELTS Preparation 20 + IELTS Focus 6 Lessons per week: 26 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 19.5 (15 + 4.5) AM Content: IELTS Preparation Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (2 days / week) Course Code: I26 PM Content: IELTS Focus

IELTS Preparation 20 + IELTS Focus 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: IELTS Preparation Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: I32 PM Content: IELTS Focus Structured lessons

IELTS Preparation 20 + Business 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: IELTS Preparation Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: IB32 PM Content: Business

IELTS Preparation 20 + Skills Focus 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: IELTS Preparation Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: IE32 PM Content: Skills Focus

IELTS Preparation 20 + One to One 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: IELTS Preparation Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: IC32 PM Content: One to One Motivating classes

I20 20 15 IB32 32 24 IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation – - - - IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation – Business Business Business

I26 26 19.5 IE32 32 24 IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation – IELTS Focus* IELTS Focus* IELTS Focus* IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation – Skills Focus Skills Focus Skills Focus

I32 32 24 IC32 32 24 IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation – IELTS Focus IELTS Focus IELTS Focus IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation IELTS Preparation – One to One One to One One to One

Courses run Monday to Friday (Afternoons Monday to Thursday) / 1 lesson = 45 minutes * 2 days / week Exam fees not included in the course fee

14 15 The B2 First qualification proves you have the face-to-face, expressing opinions and Cambridge language skills to live and work independently presenting arguments. Core exam tuition can in an English-speaking country or study on be supplemented with a variety of afternoon B2 First courses taught in English. This qualification classes to focus on your learning aims. enables you to communicate effectively

Start Dates Minimum Course Level Maximum Class Size Minimum Course Length Minimum Age Every Monday Intermediate (B1+) 10 (5 average) 2 weeks 16 (23 average)

B2 First 20 Lessons per week: 20 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 15 AM Content: B2 First Course Book: Included PM Schedule: N/A Course Code: F20 PM Content: N/A

B2 First 20 + Skills Focus 6 Lessons per week: 26 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 19.5 (15 + 4.5) AM Content: B2 First Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (2 days / week) Course Code: FE26 PM Content: Skills Focus

B2 First 20 + Skills Focus 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: B2 First Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: FE32 PM Content: Skills Focus

Studying in class

B2 First 20 + Business 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: F2 First Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: CB32 PM Content: Business

B2 First 20 + One to One 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: F2 First Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Effective learning Enjoying free time on the beach Course Code: FC32 PM Content: One to One

Schedule Lessons Hours 09:15 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:45 11:00 - 11:45 11:45 - 12:30 12:30 -13:30 13:30 - 14:15 14:15 - 14:45 15:00 -16:00

F20 20 15 Lessons Hours 09:15 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:45 11:00 - 11:45 11:45 - 12:30 12:30 -13:30 13:30 - 14:15 14:15 - 14:45 15:00 -16:00 B2 First B2 First B2 First B2 First – - - - Schedule

FE26 26 19.5 FB32 32 24 B2 First B2 First B2 First B2 First – Skills Focus* Skills Focus* Skills Focus* B2 First B2 First B2 First B2 First – Business Business Business

FE32 32 24 FC32 32 24 B2 First B2 First B2 First B2 First – Skills Focus Skills Focus Skills Focus B2 First B2 First B2 First B2 First – One to One One to One One to One

Courses run Monday to Friday (Afternoons Monday to Thursday) / 1 lesson = 45 minutes * 2 days / week Exam fees not included in the course fee

16 17 Our University of Cambridge C1 papers and focus on exam techniques Cambridge Advanced examination course prepares and covers writing, reading, listening you with the necessary skills to pass the and speaking together with grammar. C1 Advanced internationally recognised qualification. Core exam tuition can be supplemented The course looks at past examination with a variety of afternoon classes.

Start Dates Minimum Course Level Maximum Class Size Minimum Course Length Minimum Age Every Monday Upper Intermediate (B2+) 10 (5 average) 2 weeks 16 (23 average)

C1 Advanced 20 Lessons per week: 20 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 15 AM Content: C1 Advanced Course Book: Included PM Schedule: N/A Course Code: C20 PM Content: N/A

C1 Advanced 20 + Skills Focus 6 Lessons per week: 26 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 19.5 (15 + 4.5) AM Content: C1 Advanced Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (2 days / week) Course Code: CE26 PM Content: Skills Focus

C1 Advanced 20 + Skills Focus 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: C1 Advanced Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: CE26 PM Content: Skills Focus

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C1 Advanced 20 + Business 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: C1 Advanced Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: CB32 PM Content: Business

C1 Advanced 20 + One to One 12 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 (15 + 9) AM Content: C1 Advanced Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Brighton Beach Classroom exam preparation Course Code: CC32 PM Content: One to One

Schedule Lessons Hours 09:15 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:45 11:00 - 11:45 11:45 - 12:30 12:30 -13:30 13:30 - 14:15 14:15 - 14:45 15:00 -16:00

C20 20 15 Lessons Hours 09:15 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:45 11:00 - 11:45 11:45 - 12:30 12:30 -13:30 13:30 - 14:15 14:15 - 14:45 15:00 -16:00 C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced – - - - Schedule

CE26 26 19.5 CB32 32 24 C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced – Skills Focus* Skills Focus* Skills Focus* C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced – Business Business Business

CE32 32 24 CC32 32 24 C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced – Skills Focus Skills Focus Skills Focus C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced C1 Advanced – One to One One to One One to One

Courses run Monday to Friday (Afternoons Monday to Thursday) / 1 lesson = 45 minutes * 2 days / week Exam fees not included in the course fee

18 19 One to One tuition is designed to address The academic team design a tailor your specific language learning needs. You made course based upon your specific One to One complete a needs analysis form sent to you requirements covering a wide variety of prior to arrival to confirm what you learning subjects to fulfill your learning aims. goals for your English language training.

Start Dates Course Levels Class Size Minimum Course Length Minimum Age Every Monday Beginner (A1) – Proficiency (C2) 1 1 week 18 / 12

One to One 20 Lessons per week: 20 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 15 AM Content: One to One Course Book: Included PM Schedule: N/A Course Code: O20 PM Content: N/A

One to One 20PM Lessons per week: 20 AM Schedule: N/A Hours per week: 15 AM Content: N/A Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 Course Code: OA20 PM Content: One to One

One to One 32 Lessons per week: 32 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 24 AM Content: One to One Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 - 16:00 (4 days / week) Course Code: O32 PM Content: One to One

Immersion 55 Lessons per week: 55 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week 41.25 AM Content: One to One 1st Course Book: Included PM Schedule: 13:30 -18:30 Course Code: O55 PM Content: One to One

One to One Junior 20 Lessons per week: 20 AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Hours per week: 15 AM Content: One to One Course Book: Included PM Schedule: N/A Course Code: OJ20 PM Content: N/A

Schedule Lessons Hours 09:15 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:45 11:00 - 11:45 11:45 - 12:30 12:30 - 13:30 13:30 - 14:15 14:15 - 15:00 15:15 - 16:00 16:00 - 16:45

O20 20 15 One to One One to One One to One One to One – - - - -

OA20 20 15 - - - - – One to One One to One One to One One to One

O32 32 24 One to One One to One One to One One to One – One to One One to One One to One -

O55 55 41.25 One to One* One to One One to One One to One – One to One One to One One to One One to One*

OJ20 20 15 One to One One to One One to One One to One – - - - -

Courses run Monday to Friday / 1 lesson = 45 minutes *Start 08:30 / Finish 18:30

20 This course combines 20 cultural lessons with Activities vary depending on the season you English like-minded students that want to develop their choose. These are comprised of 4 after class English and explore British culture. Lessons & cultural activities / excursions each week activities are with other 40+ course students including a welcome meal and a Saturday and Culture (40+) wanting to explore South East England. excursion on the middle weekend.

Start Dates Course Levels Class Size Course Length Minimum Age See below Elementary (A2) – Upper Intermediate (B2) 8 (5 average) 1 - 2 weeks 40

English & Culture (40+) Lessons per week: 20 Course Dates: 03.05 -14.05 / 07.06 -18.06 Hours per week: 15 09.08 - 20.08 / 27.09 - 08.10 Course Materials: Included AM Schedule: 09:15 - 12:30 Bus Pass: Included AM Content: English & Culture Course Code: HP PM Schedule: 13:15 - 16:30 PM Content: Cultural activities & excursions

Example Activities & Excursions

» Arundel Castle & gardens » Rottingdean village cream teas » Lewes Castle & gardens » Thames cruise & London sightseeing » Preston Manor House » Theatre Royal Brighton » Seven Sisters country park Seven Sisters » Royal Pavilion & Brighton Dome

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Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

09:15 – 12:30 Engiish & Culture English & Culture Engilish & Culture English & Culture English & Culture -

12:30 – 13:15 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch - Arrival / Departure Week 1 Welcome Meal Arundel Castle Cream Tea Seven Sisters - London Cruise Free Day Week 2 Preston Manor Lewes Castle Royal Pavilion i360 Tower - -

English cream tea Royal Pavilion banquet room Courses run Monday to Friday / 1 lesson = 45 minutes (breaks 10:45 – 11:00 / 12:30 – 13:15)

22 23 7 Old Steine, Brighton T + 44 (0)1273 647370 [email protected] BN1 1EJ, United Kingdom F + 44 (0)1273 693606 www.brightonlc.co.uk 7 Old Steine, Brighton T + 44 (0)1273 647370 [email protected] BN1 1EJ, United Kingdom F + 44 (0)1273 693606 www.brightonlc.co.uk Brighton Language College 2021 Junior Course Guide Contents Brighton 4 Key Information 5 Student Services 7 Facilities 8 Junior Vacation 10 Winter Vacation (12-17) 12 Spring Vacation (12-17) 13 Summer Vacation (12-17) 14 Global Leadership (14-17) 15 Junior English 20 (12-17) 17 Family Vacation 19 Explorer (7-11) 19 Safari (5-11) 20 Brighton Key Information A truly exciting city for all ages Location, facts & figures

Brighton is one of the most cosmopolitan beach at every opportunity. Brighton is one of cities in the UK and located just 50 minutes the lead cities in the UK to host a Pride festival, from central London by train. It has much of a celebration to promote equality and diversity what London has to offer; a notable difference (LGBTQ+). The major event is an annual London being that Brighton is a seaside resort city. summer festival held in the first week of August University of which consists of a parade through the city Brighton Royal Brighton is the UK’s most popular seaside centre, an event in Preston Park and the Kemp Heathrow Airport Pavilion Brighton Language destination and a truly exciting city with its own Town Village Party with major artists performing College identity. Brighton is a unique, upmarket and (2019 headline artist being Kylie Minogue). welcoming place mixing historic buildings, Brighton & Hove Albion FC diverse nightlife, trendy boutiques, a rich For a quieter place in the sun just head west Gatwick Sea Life theatrical and music scene, fabulous clubs and and pass the seafront bars and the old West Airport Centre bars, family entertainment, eclectic shopping, Pier (Brighton’s ghostly pier that caught on fire 2 universities and a beach front which is one of in 2003). However, Brighton is an all–season the most visited in the UK. Not only that, but with city and even though it can be crowded on a the beautiful South Downs National Park close hot summer’s day from September the crowds Brighton Brighton Palace Pier by, offering rolling hills and stunning cliff top are less but the city still retains its charm. coastlines, Brighton is a city with plenty to offer. If the city–life is too much for you, you can Brighton is famous for the Royal Pavilion; the always have a break in the fabulous South home of King George IV (The Prince Regent) Downs National Park. Just take a bus or train Junior & Family Classes which he often visited as a holiday destination and in 20 minutes you are walking among leading a luxurious lifestyle. Since the eighteenth green hills, strolling along cobbled streets Maximum Class Sizes: Minimum Ages: Lesson Length: century, Brighton has had the reputation for and enjoying some of the most beautiful Burning of the Clocks Winter Vacation 16 Winter Vacation 12 1 lesson 45 minutes being a relaxed and vibrant city. Londoners coastline views England has to offer. Spring Vacation 16 Spring Vacation 12 20 lessons 15 hours have been travelling to Brighton and the beach Summer Vacation 16 Summer Vacation 12 35 lessons 26.25 hours ever since the railway arrived in 1841 to Brighton & Hove Albion FC were promoted Global Leadership 16 Global Leadership 14 bathe in the sea and they still do today to get to The Premier League in 2017. Also known Junior English 20 16 Junior English 20 12 away from the pressures of city life. Brighton as “The Seagulls” their Premier League status Explorer 12 Explorer 5 Palace Pier and the Royal Pavilion are the main means that in the 2020/2021 season Brighton Safari 12 Safari 7 sights, but you will also find hundreds of pubs are playing against some of the biggest and clubs attracting an energetic crowd. football teams in England in The Amex Stadium The city is now also home to the British in Brighton. You can see great teams play Airways i360, the world’s thinnest moving football here in Brighton like Manchester Nationality Mix - Family (5 -11) Nationality Mix - Junior (12 -17) Age Mix - Family Courses (5 - 11) observation tower (162m) with views United, Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal. along the coast, across the South Downs A mix of over 20 other nationalities 24% A mix of over 45 other nationalities 24% 5 - 6 13% and across the English Channel. Whatever it is you are looking for to Brighton Arts Festival complement your studies and free Germany 23% Italy 21% 7 - 8 20% Brighton comes alive when the sun is shining; time, Brighton has a lot to offer. people fill the streets and head down to the Thailand 15% Spain 14% 9 -10 46%

Italy 12% Germany 9% 11 21%

Some of the 2021 events in Brighton: Switzerland 7% China 8%

Spain 6% Austria 7% Age Mix - Junior Courses (12 - 17) March Vegetarian Festival Russia 5% Poland 6% April Brighton Marathon 12 - 13 18% Brighton Food Festival France 4% Thailand 6% 14 - 15 45% May Brighton Arts Festival, Heroes Run South Korea 4% Switzerland 5% June London to Brighton Bike Ride 16 - 17 35% July Paddle Round the Pier, March of the Mermaids Lewes Bonfire Night *Data provided is for 2019 August Brighton Food and Drink Festival, Pride Festival September Chilli Festival, Colour Run October Brighton Comedy Festival November Lewes Bonfire Night, Royal Pavilion Ice Rink (Nov - Jan) December Burning of the Clocks

4 5 Student Services Helping our junior students everyday

Homestay Accommodation Student Welfare Social Programme

Live in an English–speaking household At BLC we provide a complete welfare package Junior Vacation studens participate in our activty and learn as you live together, a unique for our junior students so you have everything programme as part of their overall programme. opportunity to improve fluency and you require for a successful and memorable Safari students also enjoy a daily activty experience our culture first hand. period of study. Our Welfare Officer ensures programme designed for our young learners. a safe and enjoyable experience in Brighton BLC homestays are 20–45 minutes away from and will provide all the information needed For family units we can advise on a number of our city centre school by public transport. to maximise your stay here with us. activities and excursions. We organise many events and are always here to help you book Each homestay provides a different experience Junior Vacation - Day 1 trips around the UK or provide you with advice. of British life where you are welcomed as A warm welcome, induction and orientation part of the family. All our homestays are Placement test and assessment Example Family Social Activities carefully checked by our Accommodation Your initial free study materials Cinema Evenings Officers who are available at all times if you An introduction to our team and students West End Musicals need any help while you are with BLC. Information on Brighton, the college, areas of Concerts interest and our facilities Premier League Football Junior Vacation - Homestay Free Super Fast Wi–Fi (70 Mbps) access Pottery Classes Twin rooms (other shared options available) Out of hours emergency phone number Seven Sisters National Park Full board An introduction to your activity programme London Excursions Student ID card Lazer Zone Family Vacation - Homestay Beach Barbecues Twin rooms (other shared options available) Brighton Toy & Model Museum Half board or breakfast only Cream Teas Family Vacation - Day 1 Stay with parent / guardian / family unit Sea Life Centre 1 parent / guardian must attend with the child Maximum 2 family members in one home i360 A warm welcome, induction and orientation Drusillas Animal Park Placement test and assessment Private Accommodation - Families Seasonal events and attractions Your initial free study materials BLC can advise families on finding private An introduction to our team accommodation with a number of Information on Brighton, the college, areas of recommended agencies or hotels in the interest and our facilities city. Please remember that if you choose Free Super Fast Wi–Fi (70 Mbps) access to arrange private accommodation Out of hours emergency phone number for your family you will not have the An introduction to our Safari activities benefits of everyday communication and Student ID card language use your homestay provides.

Public Holidays Airport Transfer Service BLC is closed on UK Public Holidays. The school is open for Junior & Family Vacation courses over Easter weekend 02.04.21 - 05.04.21 During winter, spring and summer we run a regular coach transfer service for our Junior School closed (Junior & Family courses) Vacation courses every Sunday, please refer to » 24.12.20 – 03.01.21 page 11 and check the website for details. » 03.05.21 » 31.05.21 BLC can arrange private taxi transfers for families » 30.08.21 and for our junior students. These will take » 24.12.21 – 03.01.22 families directly to your accommodation on arrival and back to the airport on your departure.

Junior Vacation students using our taxi service will be brought to the school on arrival to be collected by their homestay providers.

7 Facilities Your school and environment

Background Features

BLC was established in 1995 and relocated to You are in the heart of the city each day of your Free Super Fast Wi–Fi (70 Mbps) new premises in 2015 with modern facilities studies, meaning you have all the benefits 35 Classrooms and classrooms covering 6 colour coded floors of Brighton’s superb restaurants, beaches, Reception / information desk and over 1000m2. The school is situated in night life, shops, entertainment and unique Student lounge & patio the city centre opposite the Royal Pavilion lifestyle in the UK’s trendiest resort city. Welfare & counselling service and only 2 minutes walk from the beach and Academic support Brighton Palace Pier & Sea Life Centre. Brighton Language College operates from 2 Airport Transfer service buildings, 7 and 12 Old Steine. In the summer Accommodation service we also use the facilities of Brighton University City centre school School Floor Guide - 7 Old Steine for classrooms and canteen lunch service. Royal Pavilion views Book shop Tours & excursion reservation desk 6 4th Floor: one to one classrooms / large group classrooms / small group classrooms 5 3rd Floor: large group classrooms / small group classrooms 4 2nd Floor: large group classrooms / small group classrooms 3 1st Floor: Offices / teaching resource centre / large group classrooms 2 Ground Floor: Reception / large group classrooms / small group classrooms / patio 1 Underground: Student lounge / student shop

8 9 Junior Vacation courses are a complete package Brighton Grand Parade and Pavilion Parade for Junior combining English classes, accommodation, classrooms and hot lunches which are served activities, social programmes and excursions for on site. All Junior Vacation courses run 7 nights, students from all over the world. In summer, BLC Sunday to Sunday, for arrival and departure. Vacation uses the city centre facilities of the University of

Course Dates Course Levels Maximum Class Size Course Length Age Range See below Elementary (A2) – Advanced (C1) 16 (13 average) 1 – 4 weeks 12 – 17 (14 average)

Activities and Excursions Included in the Course Coach Schedules

For all new students, Monday is the first day. Course materials Gatwick There is an English test to determine the Entry test Scheduled arrival at Gatwick Airport correct class level for all new students, together Shared room homestay Students must book flights to land with an orientation so they are aware of the Weekly bus pass (Monday - Sunday) at the airport before 18:00. school rules, facilities and the schedule. Saturday full day excursion (1 per week) Coach departure Estimated arrival at Coach Breakfast, lunch and dinner from Gatwick BLC BLC provides a weekly schedule of activities 7 night acommodation/week G1 10:00 11:00 and excursions which are in the morning or Certificate of Completion G2 13:00 14:00 afternoon. Students are shown the activity Activities and excursions meeting point on their first day at BLC and G3 16:00 17:00 this is where they meet at set times with their G4 19:00 20:00 activity leader. All activities are compulsory. After the activity, students must return to Airport Transfers Scheduled departure from BLC their homestay before their curfew. Students must book flights to depart from 11:00. Coach departure Estimated arrival at Private transfers Coach Curfew times from BLC Gatwick For students not arriving or departing within Students aged 12 21:30 GA 08:00 09:00 our coach transfer times or from another Students aged 13 – 15 22:00 UK airport a private taxi must be booked GB 13:00 14:00 Students aged 16 – 17 23:00 with BLC to and from the accommodation. GC 17:00 18:00 All airport arrivals must be no later than the times below for all transfer services. Heathrow Accommodation Scheduled arrival at Heathrow Airport 20:00 Gatwick Students must book flights to land 19:00 Heathrow Students live with one of our experienced at the airport before 17:00. 19:00 Stansted homestays who are within a 20 – 45 Coach departure Estimated arrival at 19:00 Luton Coach minute bus journey from the school. from Heathrow BLC Please note that students below the age H1 11:00 13:00 Junior Vacation students are housed in a of 16 travelling on their own must book a H2 14:00 16:00 shared bedroom. Homestay accommodation transfer from the airport or UK immigration H3 16:00 18:00 encourages students to speak more may not allow them through arrivals. English outside of the classroom and make H4 18:00 20:00 new friends from around the world. Sunday Coaches Scheduled departure from BLC BLC provides coach transfers at the times Students must book flights to depart from 12:00. On the day of arrival the homestay provides below for students arriving and departing information about the local buses and Coach departure Estimated arrival at from Heathrow or Gatwick Airport on Sundays Coach how to travel to and from school so they from BLC Heathow (please check the website for updates). are prepared for their first day at BLC. HA 08:00 10:00 HB 13:00 15:00 A BLC representative will be waiting for students Homestays serve a breakfast, lunch and dinner in the arrivals hall at the airport. Once the BLC in the week during winter and spring. Hot representative has collected students from the Transfers are organised to coincide with lunches are provided by BLC Monday through arrivals area, they are taken to a coach that is student’s departure time (2 hours before flight to Friday (07.06.21 - 27.08.21) in the summer. ready to go to our main school in Brighton. departure). Students wishing to leave on an earlier coach must notify the school in advance. Upon arrival at the school, a weekly Brighton BLC is not liable for any missed flights. It is bus pass is given to all Junior Vacation advisable to arrive as early as possible at the students, who are then collected by their airport. Students leaving on late flights are host and taken to their new home. welcome to take the last coach to the airport with the expectation of a longer waiting time.

11 Winter Vacation Come and enjoy the city in the middle Course Dates: 17.01.21 - 07.02.21 of its winter charm, with fantastic winter Maximum Class Size: 16 (13 average) activities such as ice skating in front of Lessons per week: 20 (15 hours) Junior the beautiful Royal Pavilion. Study 20 Daily Schedule: AM Tuition / PM Activities lessons per week in an international Course Materials: Included Vacation group and participate in 8 activities and Bus Pass: Included 1 full–day excursion at the weekend. Full Board Homestay Accommodation: Included Age: 12 – 17 Course Dates Course Levels Maximum Class Size Course Length Age Range Course Code: W20 See below Elementary (A2) – Advanced (C1) 16 (13 average) 1 – 4 weeks 12 – 17 (14 average)

Spring Vacation Study 20 lessons per week in an international Course Dates: 21.03.21 - 18.04.21 group and participate in 8 activities and Maximum Class Size: 16 (13 average) 1 full–day excursion at the weekend. Lessons per week: 20 (15 hours) Please note Brighton Language College Daily Schedule A: AM Tution / PM Activities is open over the Easter weekend for Daily Schedule B: AM Activities / PM Tuition lessons and activities. Students alternate Course Materials: Included between schedules A and B each week. Bus Pass: Included Full Board Homestay Accommodation: Included Age: 12 – 17 Course Code: S20

Brighton Pavilion Students in class Free time

Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Schedule A Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

08:45 – 09:45 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 08:45 – 12:15 Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Arrivals 12:15 – 13:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch London 09:45 – 10:00 Break 1 Break 1 Break 1 Break 1 Break 1 Departures Sightseeing Tour Activity 1 Marina Boat Trip Sports Excursion - 7 Sisters Brighton Palace Pier DJ Workshop Free Day 10:00 – 11:00 Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Activity 2 - i360 Lazer Zone Fish & Chips - Arrivals 11:00 – 11:15 Break 2 Break 2 Break 2 Break 2 Break 2 London Departures Sightseeing Tour Schedule B Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 11:15 – 12:15 Lesson 3 Lesson 3 Lesson 3 Lesson 3 Lesson 3 Free Day Activity 1 Marina Boat Trip Sports Excursion - 7 Sisters Brighton Palace Pier DJ Workshop 12:15 – 12:45 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Arrivals 12:15 – 13:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch London Departures Activity 1 Indoor Climbing Ghost Walk Excursion - Lewes Brighton Pier Theatre Visit Sightseeing Tour 13:00 – 16:30 Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Free Day Activity 2 - i360 Ice Skating Fish & Chips - Activity 2 - i360 Lazer Zone Fish & Chips -

12 13 Summer Vacation The ultimate summer package, 20 lessons, Course Dates: 06.06.21 - 29.08.21 8 activities and 1 full day excursion per Maximum Class Size: 16 (13 average) week. Hot buffet lunches or freshly prepared Lessons per week: 20 (15 hours) Junior packed lunches are provided each day and Daily Schedule A: AM Tution / PM Activities are served at the University of Brighton Grand Daily Schedule B: AM Activities / PM Tuition Vacation Parade, Monday to Friday. Students alternate Course Materials: Included between schedules A and B each week. Bus Pass: Included Full Board Homestay Accommodation: Included Course Dates Minimum Course Level Maximum Class Size Course Length Age Range Age: 12 – 17 See below Intermediate (B1+) 16 (13 average) 1 – 4 weeks 14 – 17 (15 average) Course Code: V20

Spring Global Leadership Spring Dates: 21.03.21 - 18.04.21 Summer Global Leadership Summer Dates: 06.06.21 - 29.08.21 Maximum Class Size: 16 (13 average) Lessons per week: 35 (26.25 hours) The Global Leadership course is an opportunity Global Leadership topics & activities Daily Schedule A: AM Tution / PM Global Leadership for junior students to put language in action » Critical thinking Daily Schedule B: AM Global Leadership / PM Tuition and prepare themselves for the global mind- » Communication Course Materials: Included set of the future. These interactive, project- » Negotiation Bus Pass: Included based lessons are specifically designed to » Problem solving Full Board Homestay Accommodation: Included develop the students’ language proficiency » Debating Age: 14 – 17 whilst engaging them in tasks that promote » Case studies Spring Course Code: S35 teamwork, collaboration and self-awareness » Team building activites Summer Course Code: V35 through carefully designed activities. » Reflective thinking

Canteen lunches

Team debate Outside the canteen

Schedule A* Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Sea Kayaking Effective learning 08:30 – 12:00 General English General English General English General English General English

Arrivals Schedule A Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 12:00 – 13:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch London Departures Global Leadership Global Leadership Global Leadership Global Leadership Global Leadership Sightseeing Tour 08:30 – 12:00 Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons 13:00 – 15:30 Free Day Arrivals Team Debate Presentation Skills Leadership Project Team Building Global Issues 12:00 – 13:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch London Departures Activity 2 - Student Party Bowling Fish & Chips - Sightseeing Tour Activity 1 Sports Royal Pavilion Visit Indoor Climbing Sea Kayaking Excursion - Lewes Free Day Activity 2 - Student Party Bowling Fish & Chips - Schedule B* Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Schedule B Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Global Leadership Global Leadership Global Leadership Global Leadership Global Leadership 09:30 – 12:00 Team Debate Presentation Skills Leadership Project Team Building Global Issues Activity 1 Sports Royal Pavilion Visit Indoor Climbing Sea Kayaking Excursion - Lewes Arrivals Arrivals 12:00 – 13:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch London 12:00 – 13:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch London Departures Departures Sightseeing Tour Sightseeing Tour Free Day 13:00 – 16:30 Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Free Day 13:00 – 16:30 General English General English General English General English General English Activity 2 - Student Party Bowling Fish & Chips - Activity 2 - Student Party Bowling Fish & Chips -

*Spring times: Schedule A = 08:45 - 12:15 / 13:00 - 15:30 // Schedule B = 09:45 - 12:15 / 13:00 - 16:30 14 15 Junior students accompanied to the UK with hours a day Monday to Friday allowing them Junior their parents / guardians may take lessons to spend time with their families for the rest of only as an option. Students participate in the day and at weekends. BLC cannot accept English 20 classes with other vacation students for 3 unaccompanied juniors on these courses.

Course Dates Course Levels Maximum Class Size Course Length Age Range See Below Elementary (A2) – Advanced (C1) 16 (13 average) 1 - 4 weeks 12 - 17 (14 average)

Winter Junior English 20 Course Dates: 18.01.21 - 05.02.21 AM Schedule: 08:45 - 12:15 Lessons per week: 20 AM Content: General English Hours per week: 15 Course Materials: Included Accommodation: Not included Course Code: VL20

Spring Junior English 20 Course Dates: 22.03.21 - 16.04.21 AM Schedule: 08:45 - 12:15 Lessons per week: 20 AM Content: General English Hours per week: 15 Course Materials: Included Accommodation: Not included Course Code: VL20

Summer Junior English 20 Course Dates: 07.06.21 - 27.08.21 AM Schedule: 08:30 - 12:00 Lessons per week: 20 AM Content: General English Hours per week: 15 Course Materials: Included Accommodation: Not included Course Code: VL20

Challenging classes Making friends

Schedule Lessons Hours 08:45 - 09:45 10:00 - 11:00 11:15 - 12:15 12:15 - 13:00 13:00 - 14:00 14:15 - 15:15 15:30 - 16:30

WL20 20 15 General English General English General English - - - -

SL20 20 15 General English General English General English - - - -

Schedule Lessons Hours 08:30 - 09:30 09:45 - 10:45 11:00 - 12:00 12:00 - 13:00 13:00 - 14:00 14:15 - 15:15 15:30 - 16:30

VL20 20 15 General English General English General English - - - -

Courses run Monday to Friday / 1 lesson = 60 minutes

16 17 At BLC we pride ourselves for teaching children already studying English. As a parent you can from a very young age. The family vacation choose to study at the same time as your child Family course is perfect for mothers and fathers in one of our adult courses or not at all. who want their child to engage in the English Vacation language for the first time or for children

Course Dates Minimum Level Maximum Class Size Course Length Age See below Beginner (A1) 12 (8 average) 1 – 4 weeks 5 – 11

Family Courses

Family courses are innovative and challenging; designed for children to build their confidence and to engage with the English language. BLC uses a theme based approach with an emphasis on speaking to develop communication through carefully structured and interactive activities in class.

All students are tested on their first Monday at BLC and then put into their correct age appropriate class level.

As a parent you can study at the same time as your child studies, or just relax and enjoy what Brighton has to offer. Family Vacation courses are available over Easter.

BLC can provide home stay accommodation for families of up to 2 living together. We recommend larger families book their own private accommodation through specialist agencies in Brighton. The college can recommend a selection of agencies if requested.

Interactive learning

Explorer Your child develops key skills from an early age Course Dates: 22.03.21 - 27.08.21 through communicative activities contributing Lessons per week: 20 to the rapid development of their language Hours per week 15 recognition and performance. The course is AM Schedule: 09:00 – 12:30 designed to ignite your child’s learning desire AM Content Explorer Classes through the initial stages of language learning Maximum Class Size: 12 (8 average) or to facilitate and increase confidence already Course Materials: Included gained. A range of class exercises from Age: 5 – 11 reading and writing to listening and speaking are used in class through a syllabus which is dependent on the level of the student.

Schedule Lessons Hours 9:00 10:15 11:30 12:30 13:30 14:45 16:00

X20 20 15 Explorer Class 1 Explorer Class 2 Explorer Class 3 –

Courses run Monday to Friday / 1 lesson = 60 minutes (breaks 10:00 – 10:15 / 11:15 – 11:30)

19 Family Vacation

Course Dates Minimum Level Maximum Class Size Course Length Age See below Beginner (A1) 12 (8 average) 1 – 4 weeks 7 – 11

Safari Safari students complement their morning Spring Dates: 22.03.21 - 18.04.21 tuition with an exciting activity programme Summer Dates: 07.06.21 - 27.08.21 designed to promote communication Lessons per week: 20 in stimulating environments. Hours per week: 15 AM Schedule: 09:00 – 12:30 With 3 hours of classes per day Monday to AM Content: Explorer Classes Friday. You may collect your child for lunch PM Schedule: 13:15 - 16:15 together or please provide a packed lunch PM Content: Activities for our supervised on site lunch sessions. Maximum Class Size: 12 (8 average) Course Materials: Included The activities are an exciting part of the Age: 7 – 11 afternoon which also improves English communication skills as Safari students interact with each other together with the Safari Leaders. Activities finish for 16:15 every day, when your child is collected by you from the school.

Making friends Fun whilst learning

Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

09:00 – 10:00 Explorer Class 1 Explorer Class 1 Explorer Class 1 Explorer Class 1 Explorer Class 1

10:00 – 10:15 Supervised Break Supervised Break Supervised Break Supervised Break Supervised Break

10:15 – 11:15 Explorer Class 2 Explorer Class 2 Explorer Class 2 Explorer Class 2 Explorer Class 2

11:15 – 11:30 Supervised Break Supervised Break Supervised Break Supervised Break Supervised Break

11:30 – 12:30 Explorer Class 3 Explorer Class 3 Explorer Class 3 Explorer Class 3 Explorer Class 3

12:30 – 13:15 Supervised Lunch Supervised Lunch Supervised Lunch Supervised Lunch Supervised Lunch

13:15 – 16:15 Activity - Crazy Golf Activity - Pottery Activity - Craft Activity - Reptile Day Activity - Sea Life Centre

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