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1Frances King School of English

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2018 English Language Programmes

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2 Frances King School of English

Founded in 1973, Frances King has taught more than 200,000 students over the last 40 years. In our schools we aim above all to get you speaking English while making new friends and enjoying your stay. Our experienced staff are always available to offer support, to help you reach your learning goals and to get maximum benefit from your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you to Frances King in London or Dublin.

Welcome toFrances King

PERFECT CENTRAL LOCATIONS

Whether you choose to study in London or Dublin you will find yourself in the heart of a city full of amazing things to see and do. Our schools are in excellent locations, in beautiful parts of our cities, within walking distance of world-famous tourist attractions, parks and museums.

A WHOLE EXPERIENCE

Activities in the afternoons and evenings encourage you to speak English and put into practice what you have learnt in the classroom, while getting to know your chosen city. At the weekends you can take excursions with other students and travel outside London or Dublin and experience the best of the UK or Ireland.

LOVELY SCHOOLS

Our schools are well-equipped and comfortable learning environments with spacious student areas to enjoy your free time.

DEDICATED STAFF

Our experienced and friendly staff are here to help you achieve your personal goals. The Student Services team are always available to help you with every aspect of your visit and our academic team will help tailor your programme to suit your needs.

PROGRAMMES DESIGNED FOR YOU

Choose from programmes for life and experience - designed above all to improve your spoken English; for you career – professional English and career development; for your education – examination preparation and university English.

A HOME FROM HOME

We offer an excellent choice of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets including welcoming homestays, convenient residences, modern apartments and a range of hotels. Your accommodation is a very important part of your stay and we work very hard to ensure we provide you with the best options.

Frances King School of English - London is accredited by The British Council for the teaching of English as a Foreign Language.

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

Frances King School of English - London is a member of English UK, the organisation of accredited teaching establishments.

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

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

ACCREDITATIONS

Frances King School of English - Dublin is a member of MEI.

TWO CITY EXPERIENCE

Discover both London and Dublin during your course. London is a multi-cultural global city of endless variety and surprise while Dublin is a more intimate city, famous for the friendliness of its welcome. We can design programmes suitable for adults, teenagers and families.Contact: [email protected]

Programmes designed for you

• General English programmes to achieve fluency and accuracy in everyday English

• Work-Study in Dublin for non-EU students

English for Life and Experience English for your Career English for your Education

• English for professional people aged 24 and over in smaller groups

• Business Apprentice for school leavers, graduates and those on a gap year

• Internships to enhance your career prospects preparation

• Preparation for success in IELTS, Cambridge and TOEIC examinations

• University English and Summer Academy for English for Law, Medicine, Engineering, IT and Architecture

London

Dublin

ENGLISH LEVELS A1 Beginner A2 Elementary B1 Intermediate B2 Upper Intermediate C1 Advance C2 Proficency

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Learning English at Frances King is an unforgettable experience. We’ll help you with all aspects of your stay. You’ll improve your fluency, accuracy and confidence in English and discover our fascinating cities. You’ll make new friends and have many new experiences.

Have you got any questions? Do you need any advice about which programme and accommodation is the best for you? You can find what you need on our website and even use our Live Chat to talk to our experts.

Take our online level test – this will save time on your first day. We’ll send you instructions when you enrol.

Take a look at our Facebook page and see what’s going on at Frances King.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVEFrom time to time, you will have meetings about your progress with one of your teachers to help you use your time well. And on longer programmes you can expect regular progress tests.

YOUR PROGRESSArrive an hour before your first lesson so you can meet our staff and start your class straight away.

Our staff will explain how you can make the most of your time at Frances King and in London or Dublin.

YOUR FIRST DAYAfter class and in the evenings and weekends. Discover London or Dublin with your teachers and other students. Most events are free of charge.• Language workshops such

as study skills, conversation and pronunciation

• Guided walks• Visits to museums and

galleries• Visits to well-known

attractions as well as unusual places

• Sports activities • Parties• Daytrips in and outside the

city

ACTIVITY PROGRAMMEYour classmates will come from around the world and you’ll quickly make new friends. Teachers have a communicative style and focus on speaking and listening and interactive techniques.

The carefully designed curriculum focuses on learning outcomes.

The teaching programme can be adapted to your individual needs.

YOUR CLASSWhen you complete your course you’ll receive a certificate.

All our students can get specially reduced fees if they return to one of our schools. Meanwhile, we’ll keep in touch with you from time to time with news and learning opportunities.

YOUR LAST DAY

RETURN VISITS AND KEEPING IN TOUCH

You can choose our “meet and greet” transfer service and our representative will welcome you at the airport and take you to your accommodation.

For students who want to be more independent, we’ll provide information about how to use public transport.

YOUR ARRIVALWe believe it’s important to keep on learning outside class times:

• Your teachers will set homework

• You can use self-study materials at the school

OUTSIDE THE CLASS

The experienceof a lifetime

Progress meetings

Activity Programme

Classroom learning

FK Lunch Club

FK LUNCH CLUB

With intensive courses, lunch with an English speaker and a small group of students is included once a week.


Bond StreetMarble Arch

Baker Street

Euston Kingʼs Cross

Tottenham Court Road

Leicester Square

VictoriaSloane Square

SouthKensington

Hyde ParkCorner

GloucesterRoad

Earls Court

High StreetKensington

Notting HillGate

Bayswater

Paddington

Hammersmith

Hyde Park

Regent’sPark

GreenPark St.

James’sPark

KensingtonGardens

Kensington

Chelsea

Mayfair

NottingHill

Marylebone

Belgravia

Euston Road

Cromwell Road

Kings Road

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Marylebone Road

Edgware Road

Bayswater Road

Ladbroke Grove

Westway A40(M)

Houses ofParliament

Chelsea FootballStadium

TrafalgarSquare

BuckinghamPalace

WestminsterAbbey

ScienceMuseum

Royal Albert Hall

KensingtonPalace

PortobelloMarket

Victoria & Albert Museum

Harrods

Frances KingLondonOne of the world’s most exciting cities, with 2000 years of history, London has everything to offer from culture and shopping to entertainment and food – whatever it is you love, you’ll find something new and exciting to do every day.

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22Classrooms

10Classrooms in

summer annexe

300Capacity

140Capacity

Free WiFi

Interactive Whiteboards

Coffee Area

StudentLounge

self-accessstudy

AGE BREAKDOWNAdult programmes

NATIONALITIES

Club 8 programmes

16-17

18-23

24-29

24-29

30-35

30-35

36-40

36-40

41+

41+

• Located in a beautiful part of central London with the fashionable shops, cafes and restaurants of Kensington and Chelsea nearby.

• World-famous attractions a short walk away - the museum district (including the Science, Natural History and Victoria and Albert museums), Kensington Gardens, Kensington Palace and the new Design Museum.

OUR SCHOOL IN KENSINGTON

• Social, sporting and cultural activities and language workshops take place most afternoons and evenings giving you plenty of opportunity to socialise with the many interesting people you will meet.

• We can help you plan exciting trips outside the city at the weekends. Explore the wonderful culture of the UK while using your English language skills in a variety of diverse situations.

• Our friendly Student Services staff will provide you with information and help to ensure you enjoy every aspect of your stay.

• Our experienced academic team will work with you throughout your programme to ensure you achieve your learning goals.

• General English

YOUR COURSE

English for Life and Experience

English for your Career

English for your Education

Internship Programmes

Private lessons

Other courses

• Club 8 Professional English• Business Apprentice

• IELTS or Cambridge Preparation

• Academic English• University English• Summer Academy

• Evening Courses• Christmas and New Year• Family Programmes• Teenager Programmes• Programmes for groups

YOUR ACCOMMODATION

Homestay

Residence

Flatshare

Apartment

Western Europe

Africa / Middle East

Central / South America

Asia / Far East

Eastern / Central Europe

North America


Portobello

Rotunda

NorthWall

MerrionSquare

St Stephen’sGreen

National Gallery

National Museumof Ireland

LUAS Tram Line

DARTTrain Line

Temple Bar

Dublin Castle

ChristchurchCathedral

Trinity College Dublin

Wood Quay

Frances KingDublinDublin is a city like no other. Steeped in culture and history, it’s known as the city of a hundred thousand welcomes. Bustling with energy and entertaining people, it will feel like home in no time.

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11Classrooms

9Classrooms in

summer annexe

210Capacity

135Capacity

Free WiFi

Interactive Whiteboards

Coffee Area

StudentLounge

Self-accessstudy

Student terrace

AGE BREAKDOWNAdult programmes16-17

18-23

24-29

30-35

36-40

41+

• General English• Work and Study in Dublin

YOUR COURSE

YOUR ACCOMMODATION

English for Life and Experience

English for your Career

English for your Education


Private lessons

Other courses

Homestay

Residence

Flatshare

Apartment

• Business Apprentice

• IELTS, Cambridge Preparation

• University English

• TOEIC Preparation• Family Programmes• Teenager Programmes• Programmes for groups

• Our impressive Georgian building with modern teaching facilities is located in the best area of Dublin city centre. Beside Government buildings and surrounded by the best cafes, bars and restaurants, you cannot find a better location.

• Merrion Square park, which hosts a weekly international food market and regular exciting events for students, is across the road from our school.

OUR SCHOOL IN MERRION SQUARE

• Only 200m from the school you can find the National Gallery, the Natural History Museum, Trinity College and much more.

• Social, sporting and cultural activities take place every afternoon giving you plenty of opportunity to socialise with the many interesting people you will meet.

• We can help you plan exciting trips outside the city at the weekends. Explore Ireland while using your English language skills in a variety of diverse situations.

• Our friendly Student Services staff will provide you with information and help to ensure you enjoy every aspect of your stay.

• Our experienced academic team will work with you throughout your programme to ensure you achieve your learning goals.

NATIONALITIES

Western Europe

Africa / Middle East

Central / South America

Asia / Far East

Eastern / Central Europe


For adults of all ages who want to achieve fluency and accuracy in everyday English. Develop the four language skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing – by learning and practising language in real life situations, with a focus on listening and speaking. “You will find lovely teachers

trained to help improve your English and they, and my classmates, made my time at Frances King unforgettable.”

Lucia Rosetti, Italy

STANDARD 20

FREE WITH YOUR COURSE

INTENSIVE 28

Lunch Club

Language Development

Language for You!

Language in Action

ü Welcome Packü Study Guideü Course materialsü Activity Programmeü Language Workshopsü Certificate

A light lunch once a week with a small group and an English speaker.


Language in Action

• A language class focused on building spoken fluency and accuracy

• Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with good conversation and pronunciation practice

• All four skills in action

• Expand the depth and range of your skills in English through reading, writing, speaking and listening

• Communication in English in situations of importance to you

• Build vocabulary and your ability to operate in English in situations chosen by you and your class peers, and guided by your teacher

COURSE FACTS

STANDARD 20 INTENSIVE 28

City London and Dublin London and Dublin

Age Minimum 16 Minimum 16

Class size Maximum 14 (London) / 15 (Dublin) Maximum 14 (London) / 15 (Dublin)

Levels All A2

Length 1-52 weeks 1-52 weeks

Lessons/week 20 28

Hours/week 16h 40m 23h 20m

Timetable

Monday to Friday Morning course: 9.00-12.45 Language Development,

Language in ActionAfternoon course: London: 13.40-17.30 Language for

You!, Language Development, Language in Action; Dublin: 13.00-17.00 Language Development,

Language in Action

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 Language Development, Language

in ActionMonday to Thursday

13.40-15.25 Language for You!

Start dates Every Monday Every Monday

Add private lessons for completely personalised learning

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We offer evening classes for people working or studying in London

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Christmas and New Year in London - English course and activities

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English for Life and Experience General English

SEMESTER/ACADEMIC YEAR Students taking a long General English course can change to a

different course during their stay. For example students may wish to take an examination course before they leave or to join the Business

Apprentice programme.

Long term programmes for non-EEA students allow you to achieve fluency for future work and study through a long period of immersion in the English language. Students can apply for permission to stay in Ireland for 8 months and work casually for up to 20 or 40 hours per week depending on the time of the year.

“When I arrived in Dublin I spoke very little English but, with the help of my teachers, I learnt a lot. The school really cares about each student.”

Byeongpil Son, Korea

STANDARD 20


ü Welcome Packü Study Guideü Course materialsü Activity Programmeü Language Workshopsü TIE Examinationü Certificateü Learner protection insurance


Language in Action





COURSE FACTS

STANDARD 20

City Dublin only

Age Minimum 18

Class size Average 12, maximum 15

Starting Level A1 - B2

Length 25 weeks

Lessons/week 20

Hours/week 16h 40m

TimetableMonday to Friday

Morning course: 9.00-12.45Afternoon course: 13.00-17.00 Language Development, Language in Action

Start dates Every Monday


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English for Life and Experience Work and Study in Dublin

• Helpful information on finding accommodation and a job

• Our welfare officer is always available to help you with any personal issues

• Our examinations officer will give you guidance and help you prepare for your end-of-course exam

• Download our Long Term Student Guide in the download section of our website www.francesking.com

STUDENT SUPPORT

IELTS Add IELTS in the afternoon,

Monday to Thursday 8 lessons per week

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Designed for professional people and other mature, motivated learners – minimum age 24. You will learn in small groups of 5-8 students for greater personal attention and interaction with your teacher. The aim is for confident communication and fluency in English. You’ll also have the opportunity to network with other professionals from all over the world.

“The course was very intensive. My English improved so much that I was able to get a new job where I now use my English everyday.”

Belen Maldonado Pestana, Spain

CLUB 8 STANDARD 20


CLUB 8 INTENSIVE 28

Lunch Club


Language for You!

Language in Action




Language in Action

• A focus on developing fluency, accuracy and good pronunciation in spoken communication

• Classes to build appropriate and effective use of grammar, vocabulary and native speaker-like expertise in professional and business English

• Activate and practise reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in task-based scenarios

• Network and engage with other Club 8 members to practise your business communication skills

• Tailor your Club 8 experience to business contexts relevant to you

• Explore industry-specific language

• Identify areas for your own language improvement

COURSE FACTS

CLUB 8 STANDARD 20 CLUB 8 INTENSIVE 28

City London only London only


Class size Average 6, maximum 8 Average 6, maximum 8

Levels B1 and over B1 and over


Lessons/week 20 28


Timetable

Monday to Friday 9.00-12.45 Language Development,

Language in Action

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 Language Development, Language in Action

One day a week12.45-13.40 Lunch Club

Monday to Thursday13.40-15.25 Language for You!

Start dates Every Monday Every Monday

CLUB 8 COMBINATIONAs for Club 8 20, with extra private lessons to focus on your individual

language or professional and career needs.

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We have taught employees from many Embassies and organisations including: Accenture, Agip, Alitalia, Al Jawaby Oil Services, Barclays, BBC World Service, BHP Billiton, BOC Gases, Bosch, Chanel, Citibank, Clarins, Daimler-Benz, Deutsche Bank, ENI, Gucci, IKEA, IBM, ING, Itochu Corporation, KPMG, La Guardia di Finanza, Louis Vuitton, Lufthansa, Lukoil, Mobil, Monsanto, Nestlé, Nikko Europe, Nomura Research, Ogilvy & Mather, Pernod-Ricard, Renault Finance, Saipem, Samsung, Santander, Schweppes, Shell, Siemens, Unilever, Volvo.

English for your Career English for Professionals

CORPORATE CLIENTS

For school leavers, graduates and those on a gap year, learn English at the same time as you gain the knowledge and skills for international business, start to build a professional network and explore your career path.

“I am very happy to be in London and studying at Frances King. There are so many different cultures and it’s easy to make friends. English is the common language to communicate and this motivates me a lot!”

Mert Onal, Turkey

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Language in Action

Business Apprentice



Professional training modules to prepare for a career in business.



COURSE FACTS

BUSINESS APPRENTICE

City London and Dublin

Age Minimum 17

Class size Maximum 14 (London) / 15 (Dublin)

Levels B1 and over

Length Each term is 8 weeks. You can book 4/8/12/16/20/24 weeks.

Lessons/week 28

Hours/week 23h 20m

Timetable

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 Language Development, Language in Action

Monday to Thursday13.40-15.25 Business Apprentice

Start dates March 5; April 3, 30; May 21; June 18; July 16; August 13; September 10; October 8; November 5


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EEA nationals may take a professional internship in a

London or Dublin company after the course

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The Business Apprentice programme was devised by Quest

professional, our sister school, a leading provider of business

training courses for school leavers and recent graduates.

English for your Career Business Apprentice

• Business English 1 & Communication

• Workplace Skills and Personal Development

• Understanding Business• Business IT• Marketing

• Business English 2 & Correspondence

• Career Development: People in the workplace

• Sales and Negotiation• Business Innovation and

entrepreneurship• Digital & Social Media, and

Web Design

• Business English 3 & Report writing

• Networking and Presentation skills

• Career Development: Leadership & Management

• Economics & Finance • Global Business Etiquette

TERM 1

TERM 2

TERM 3


For those who need to prepare for success in the IELTS Examination. This internationally recognised qualification will help with future employment or entrance to an English speaking university.

“The high quality of teaching is one of the greatest things about Frances King. Teachers give students many opportunities to speak and to express themselves.”

Daiki Nakajima, Japan


ü Welcome Packü Study Guideü Practice examinationsü Activity Programmeü Language Workshopsü Certificate

English for your Education IELTS Examination

STANDARD IELTS 20

• A language and skills class to improve your success in the IELTS examination

• Practise your reading and listening skills, and increase your fluency and accuracy in writing and speaking

• Write to describe, discuss and evaluate

• Improve your reading and listening for general and detailed understanding

• Speak with confidence and good pronunciation

IELTS Preparation

INTENSIVE WITH IELTS 28

Lunch ClubLunch Club

Lunch Club

Lunch Club


Course content- page 10

IELTS Preparation

INTENSIVE IELTS 28

Lunch Club


Extra IELTS practice.

IELTS Preparation

IELTS Preparation Extra

PART TIME IELTS 8

• Work with your teacher to identify areas for improvement

• Build on practice tests to increase your ability to score higher in the IELTS exam

IELTS Preparation


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EXAMINATION DATES FOR LONDON AND DUBLIN

The IELTS examination is held every week in both London and

Dublin

EXAMINATION DATES FOR LONDON AND DUBLIN

FCE March 10, June 9, July 26, August 23, December 15

CAE March 17, June 23, July 25, August 24, December 8

Examination dates are subject to change

COURSE FACTS

STANDARD IELTS 20 INTENSIVE IELTS 28 INTENSIVE WITH IELTS 28 PART TIME IELTS 8

City London only London only London and Dublin London and Dublin

Length 4/8 weeks 4/8 weeks 1-24 weeks 1-24 weeks

Lessons/week 20 28 28 8

Hours/week 16h 40m 23h 20m 23h 20m 6hr 40m

Timetable

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 IELTS

Preparation

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 IELTS

Preparation One day a week

12.45-13.40 Lunch Club Monday to Thursday13.40-15.25 IELTS Preparation Extra

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 Language

Development,Language in Action

One day a week12.45-13.40 Lunch Club

Monday to Thursday13.40-15.25 IELTS Preparation

Monday to Thursday13.40-15.25 IELTS

Preparation

Start dates8 weeks: January 2, 29; February 26; March 26;

April 30; May 14; July 2; August 28; September 24; October 22. 4 weeks: July 2, 30

Every Monday Every Monday

Age: minimum 16 Class size: maximum 14 (London) / 15 (Dublin) Minimum level: B1


Language in Action

For those who need to prepare for success in Cambridge English language Examinations. These internationally recognised qualifications will help you with your future career or entrance to an English-speaking university.

“The teachers are very experienced and friendly. You get to know all about the examination and can take mock tests. I got a successful result!”

Annina Manser, Switzerland




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English for your Education Cambridge Examinations

INTENSIVE WITH CAMBRIDGE 28 - London

FCE or CAE Preparation


STANDARD SUMMER CAMBRIDGE 20 - London


Language in Action


INTENSIVE WITH CAMBRIDGE 28 - Dublin(Summer only)


Language in Action


INTENSIVE SUMMER CAMBRIDGE 28 - London

Language for You!• Choose between FCE or

CAE and improve your language and skills for examination success

• Experienced examination preparation course teachers

• Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examinations

• Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises

• Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score

TOEIC In Dublin, option to prepare for the

TOEIC examinationpage 20

Age: minimum 16 Class size: maximum 14 (London) / 15 (Dublin) Minimum levels: FCE: B2, CAE: C1

INTENSIVE WITH CAMBRIDGE 28

STANDARD SUMMER CAMBRIDGE 20

INTENSIVE SUMMER CAMBRIDGE 28

INTENSIVE WITH CAMBRIDGE 28 (Summer)

City London only London only London only Dublin only

Length 4-8 weeks 4/8 weeks 4/8 weeks 2+ weeks

Lessons/week 28 20 28 28

Hours/week 23hr 20m 16h 40m 23hr 20m 23hr 20m

Timetable


Development, Language in ActionOne day a week

12.45-13.40 Lunch ClubMonday to Thursday

13.40-15.25 FCE / CAE Preparation

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 FCE / CAE

Preparation

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 FCE / CAE

PreparationOne day a week

12.45-13.40 Lunch ClubMonday to Thursday

13.40-15.25 Language for You!


Development, Language in ActionOne day a week

12.45-13.40 Lunch Club Monday to Thursday

13.40-15.25 FCE or CAE Preparation

Start datesFCE: January 15; April 16;

October 22. CAE: January 22; April 30;

October 15.

July 2, 30 July 2, 30 Every Monday from June 25-August 13

COURSE FACTS





Suitable for those intending to study at a university where English is the medium of instruction. The programme includes Academic English and the study skills to help you succeed at university and leads to the IELTS examination to enable university entrance. “I have really enjoyed my time in

London at Frances King. I have made lots of friends from all over the world and my course has helped me to communicate with more confidence and fluency.”

Felipe C. Pereira, Brazil




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English for your Education University English

ACADEMIC ENGLISH 20 INTENSIVE UNIVERSITY ENGLISH 28

• Develop your ability to operate effectively within the university environment

• Classes to build confidence and ability in all four skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking

• Develop your critical thinking, reading and writing

• Listen and take notes effectively

• Develop excellent presentations discussion and seminar skills

• Build your independent learning skills to increase study success

The programme is designed for each student depending on English level and programme length. We recommend adding 2 private lessons/week to focus on English for your university subject.

Academic English

University Placement ServiceAdvice and help on all aspects of

applying to universities and colleges in the UK or Ireland

36 weeks: entry level A2

Intensive General English 12 weeks, Academic English and Language Focus 16 weeks, Intensive IELTS Preparation - London 8 weeks Intensive with IELTS Preparation - Dublin 8 weeks

24 weeks: entry level B1

Academic English and Language Focus 16 weeks, Intensive IELTS Preparation - London 8 weeks Intensive with IELTS Preparation - Dublin 8 weeks

12 weeks: entry level B2

Academic English and Language Focus 4 weeks, Intensive IELTS Preparation - London 8 weeksIntensive with IELTS Preparation - Dublin 8 weeks

EXAMPLE PROGRAMME

COURSE FACTS

ACADEMIC ENGLISH 20 INTENSIVE UNIVERSITY ENGLISH 28

City London and Dublin London and Dublin


Class size Maximum 14 (London) / 15 (Dublin) Maximum 14 (London) / 15 (Dublin)

Levels B1 and over A2 and over


Lessons/week 20 28


Timetable

Monday to Friday 9.00-12.45 Academic English

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 Standard General English / Academic

English / London only, IELTS Preparation Monday to Thursday

13.40 - 15.25 Language for You! / IELTS Preparation

Start dates Every Monday, From March 5 Every Monday

University Visits We can arrange a visit to a London or Dublin university

on request

For students who are studying or going to study a subject in English or using English language materials. Achieve success at university by studying Academic English and the English for your university subject.

“I improved my vocabulary and practical use of English which will help me keep up with my studies and enable me to keep in touch with my new friends all over the world.”

Emeric Lamaire, France



COURSE FACTS

SUMMER ACADEMY

City London only

Age Minimum 16

Class size Academic English average 12, maximum 14, English for your subject: average 6, maximum 8

Levels B1 and over

Length 3/6 weeks

Lessons/week 28

Hours/week 23h 20m

Timetable

Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 Academic English

Monday to Thursday 13.40-15.25 English for your subject

Start dates 3 weeks: July 9, 30; 6 weeks: July 9

English for your Education Summer Academy

SUMMER ACADEMY

Focus on the language needed for your university subject. Choose from:

Academic English

English for your subject

English for Law

English for Medicine

English for Engineering

English for IT

English for Architecture


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University Visits We can arrange a visit to a

London university on request

There will be activities relating to your subject. Activities are optional and free except for any entrance charges. Examples:

• Law – visit to a law court

• Medicine – visit to medical history section of the Science Museum

• Engineering – Tower Bridge Engineering tour

• IT – visit to the computing section of the Science Museum

• Architecture – visit to Royal Institute of British Architecture

ACTIVITY PROGRAMME



WEEKENDS AND OUT OF HOURS

Suitable for people who want a personal, intensive focus on their learning.

“My teacher was friendly and professional. I feel at ease and am much more confident speaking English. The intensive course in Dublin was fantastic.”

Olga Kirillova, Russia

STANDARD 20

FLEXITIME ONLINE LESSONS

INTENSIVE 28


FACILITIES AND SERVICES

PRIVATE LESSON CENTRE

ü Welcome Packü Study Guideü Activity Programmeü Language Workshopsü Certificate

ü Computer accessü Wireless Internetü TV, newspapers and

magazinesü Help with planning your free

time in London or Dublin

In London, tuition takes place in our dedicated executive centre. There are 8 private teaching rooms arranged around a student area. In Dublin, tuition takes place in well equipped rooms in the main building.

COURSE FACTS

STANDARD 20 INTENSIVE 28 FLEXITIME

City London and Dublin London and Dublin London and Dublin

Age Adults of all ages, children from age 5

Adults of all ages, children from age 5

Adults of all ages, children from age 5

Class size 1, 2 or 3 1, 2 or 3 1, 2 or 3

Levels All All All

Lessons/week 20 28 2 or more, lessons are 50 minutes

Hours/week 16h 40m 23h 20m By arrangement

Timetable Morning or afternoon Morning and afternoon By arrangement

Start dates By arrangement By arrangement By arrangement

Combination CoursesYou can combine private lessons

with any Frances King course

Private Lessons

We are able to arrange private lessons at weekends and out of normal school hours both at school and other central London and Dublin addresses such as your home, a hotel or office.

Choose any number of private lessons per week or combine private lessons with another course. 2 or more lessons per week. Reduced fee if you book a group programme for the same week.

Tailor made programmes.

Prepare for your course at Frances King and keep learning after your course with Skype lessons. Lessons focus on your learning, educational or professional needs.

• For all ages - our teachers are experienced with children, young adults and professionals. Intensive practice of speaking and pronunciation and error correction help you to make faster progress

• You can focus on specific needs such as language for business or professional situations and preparation for presentations, conferences and business meetings. You can also focus on examinations such as IELTS, Cambridge FCE, CAE or CPE

• You can combine One-to-One lessons with other classes for faster progress. One-to-Two and One-to-Three lessons can be arranged for two or three friends, colleagues or family members of the same level that wish to study together.

20 lessons per week

2+ lessons per week Skype lessons

28 lessons per week

Lunch Club


Enhance your career prospects and improve your English by combining an English language programme with a period of unpaid work for a small or medium sized London or Dublin company. You will learn English in a real working environment, meet local people, as well as learning practical work skills. Adding UK or Irish experience will improve your C.V.

“At Frances King I met students from all over the world and then I worked in a dynamic international environment which will be great for my future.”

Arne Wokittel, GermanyENGLISH LANGUAGE

COURSESACCOMMODATION


FREE WITH YOUR INTERNSHIP

ü Welcome Packü Study Guideü Course materialsü Practice examinationsü Language Workshopsü Certificate

ü Work experience certificateü A letter of reference

COURSE FACTS

INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

City London and Dublin

Nationality EU or EEA nationals

Age 18-30

Levels B2 and over

Course length Minimum 2 weeks

Guide internship length

Charity Retail: 2 weeks, Professional: 6 weeks, Specialist, such as Engineering, IT, Graphic Design: 12 weeks

Enrolment The process needs to be started at least 4 weeks before your arrival in the UK or Ireland

Start dates Every Monday


Choose from General English, Club 8 Professional (London Only) and Business Apprentice, IELTS or Cambridge Examination Preparation.

Complete and send the application form with your CV and letter of motivation in English

We’ll confirm your acceptance on the

internship programme

The internship organiser contacts suitable

companies and during your course you’ll have an interview before the placement is finalised

We can arrange accommodation for the whole period of your programme in homestay or student residence.

Start the application process early

enough to ensure that we receive all

documents 6 weeks before the internship

begins

The organiser is available during your placement and

monitors your progress

At the end you complete a report on your experience and

a certificate is awarded


TOEIC PREPARATION IN DUBLINStudents taking a course in Dublin have the option of taking extra lessons in the afternoon for 4 days to prepare for TOEIC. Please ask for details.

For those who would like to organise a group of students to come to London or Dublin we would be pleased to design a programme for you. We can include tuition, accommodation, airport transfers, activities and excursions. Please contact: [email protected]

Our other courses

Our other courses

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR IN LONDONCombine study in London at this special time of the year with a leisure and sightseeing. programme in the afternoons and weekends.

For students aged 18 and over there are special prices for centrally located student residences.

OUR PROGRAMMES FOR FAMILIES IN LONDON AND DUBLINEnglish language programmes and activities for children aged 6-16, optional classes for parents and other family members in London and Dublin. We can also arrange accommodation for your family.

OUR SUMMER CAMPS FOR TEENAGERS IN LONDON AND DUBLINIn London: English language programmes and activities in superb, self-contained residential campus in Kensington, central London, for ages 12-17.

In Dublin: English language programmes and activities for teenagers in the beautiful coastal village of Dalkey with excellent homestay accommodation, for ages 12-17.

for adults

for families and young learners

Our other courses for groups

EVENING COURSES IN LONDONFor students and working people living in London. Choose General, Business and Examination English in our convenient location opposite Gloucester Road underground station.

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COURSE FACTS EVENING COURSES IN LONDON

Age Minimum 16

Class size Maximum 14 (London)

Levels A2 and above

Start dates and Length 1-52 weeks, starting every Monday

Lessons/hours/week 6 lesson/week (5h)

TimetableMonday, Tuesday, Thursday

18.30-20.20 General English / Business English / Exam-ination Preparation

COURSE FACTS CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR IN LONDON

Age Minimum 16


Levels A2 and above

Start dates and Length December 24, 1-2 weeks; December 31, 1 week

Lessons/hours/week Week 1: 12 lessons, 10h, Week 2: 16 lessons, 13h 20m

Timetable Monday to Friday9.00-12.45 Language Development, Language in Action

COURSE FACTS TOEIC PREPARATION IN DUBLIN

Age Minimum 16


Levels B1 and above

Start dates and Length March 26, April 23, June 25, July 23, September 24, October 22, November 26: 1 week

Lessons/hours/week 8 lesson/week (6h 40m)

Timetable Monday to Thursday13.40-15.25 TOEIC Preparation

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

MORNING9.00-12.45

General / Professional / Academic / Examination Preparation Class

Buckingham Palace Tour

and lunch with school mates and

FK leader

LUNCHTIMEFK lunch Club

School meeting certificate

presentation to leaving students

Lecture/presentation

AFTERNOON

Guided visit to Spitalfields and Brick Lane

markets

13.40-15.25 General / Professional / Examination Preparation / Business Apprentice /

Summer Academy Subject Class

LATE AFTERNOON Guided walking

tour of the City of London Homework Club

Guided visit to the Tate

Modern Gallery

EVENING BBC Proms concert with FK

leader

Indian restaurant with

FK leader

Party at the Ministry of Sound with school mates

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

MORNING9.00-12.45

General / Academic Class

Day trip to Cliffs of Moher

LUNCHTIMEFK lunch Club

School meeting certificate

presentation to leaving students

Lecture/presentation

AFTERNOON

World CultureMarket

13.40-15.25 General / Examination Preparation / Business Apprentice Class

LATE AFTERNOON Dublin city

tour by bikeIrish

Coffee Homework Club

Guided visit to the Archaeology

Museum

EVENINGThe oldest pub in

IrelandBray

Bowling Temple Bar for

Traditional Music

Example WeeksClasses Activities with FK Guide Discover new foods and conversation with FK Guide School meetings and lectures Activities with classmates

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FRANCES KING HOMESTAY HOSTS…

ü Welcome you and make you feel at home

ü Show the best way to travel to the school

ü Respect your cultural background

ü Encourage you to speak English

ü Provide a clean and comfortable room with a desk for private study

ü Clean your room and provide a regular change of bed linen

ü Provide a balanced diet if you choose to take meals

ü Provide you with your own house key

Choosing the right type of accommodation for your stay in London and Dublin, where you feel happy and comfortable, is very important and we have carefully selected a variety of accommodation to meet your individual needs.

• The best way to learn about English or Irish life and culture and to practise English

• We select homestays for their location, the quality and cleanliness of their home and a caring ‘home from home’

• 3 categories: Standard, Premium and Deluxe

HOMESTAY

• Share flats with other young people for an enjoyable lifestyle

• Suitable for students and young working people on a budget

• Flats have simply furnished rooms and shared kitchens and bathrooms

FLATSHARE

• For an independent lifestyle – perfect for students, young working people and professionals

• Central locations – easy journeys to our schools in London and Dublin by public transport or walking distance

• Comfortable rooms with your own private bathroom

• Kitchen facilities or meals included

STUDENT RESIDENCES

• Quality, serviced accommodation for young working people and professionals with private bathrooms and cooking facilities

• Your own apartment or share with other Frances King students

• Excellent locations near our schools in London and Dublin - easy journeys by public transport or walking distance

• Also carefully selected 3, 4 and 5 star hotels to offer good value and quality and are close to our schools in London and Dublin.

STUDIOS, APARTMENTS AND HOTELS

Zone 1

Zone 2

Zone 3

Zone 4

Zone 5

Zone 6

Turnham Green

Putney

W imbledonStreatham

WandsworthClapham

Fulham

ChelseaKensington

Marylebone

FinsburyPark

KilburnQueens Park

Belgravia

Battersea

WestHampstead

Highbury & IslingtonWillesden Green

Stamford Brook

Dulwich

Herne Hill

Balham

Ealing

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London Dublin (1) Private bathroom available in Premium Homestays for a supplement.

(2) Internet access available in most homestays, but must be requested at time of booking.

(3) Twin/double rooms are for 2 people booking together for the same dates.

Key to Frances King Quality Rating

Standard Premium Deluxe

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B/B: breakfast every day, no use of kitchen 3 dinner plan: breakfast every day and dinner on 3 evenings, no use of kitchen 4 dinner plan: breakfast every day and dinner on 4 evenings, no use of kitchen H/B: breakfast and dinner every day, no use of kitchen. In Dublin, lunch is also provided at weekends.

Frances King Accommodation

Student Residences

Homestay

Studios and apartments

Flatshare

Deluxe ****

• For professionals and students - special care in luxurious homes located in prime parts of our cities

• location London: Zone 1, 2 Dublin: mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, & South County Dublin

LONDON

DUBLIN

• Single Bed and Breakfast • Single 3-Dinner Plan

• Single Half-board• Twin/double Half-board

Private bathroom

Private Home **

• Suitable for students on a budget who would like to be independent and live with friendly local people

• location London: Zone 3 Dublin: mainly 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, 14, 16, 18 & South County Dublin

LONDON

DUBLIN

• Single Self-catering

• Single, twin/double Self-catering

Premium ***

• For young professionals and students – superior homes in excellent areas

• locationLondon: Zone 1, 2 and 3Dublin: mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12 & South County Dublin

LONDON

DUBLIN

• Single Bed and Breakfast • Twin/double Bed and Breakfast• Single 4-Dinner Plan• Single Half-board• Twin/double Half-board


Private or shared bathroom

Standard **

• For all students – good homes in pleasant areas with kind hosts

• location London: Zone 1, 2 and 3 Dublin: mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, 14, 16, 18 & South County Dublin

LONDON

DUBLIN

• Single Bed and Breakfast • Twin/double Bed and Breakfast• Single Half-board• Twin/double Half-board


• Our most popular accommodation option is also the most affordable and suitable for adults of all ages of 16 and over

• Travel times to our schools are about 15-45 minutes in Dublin and 15-50 minutes in London

• Choose Half board, with breakfast and evening meal, (and in Dublin lunch at the weekend) or Private Home, with cooking facilities. In London there is also the option of Bed and Breakfast

Accommodation Homestays

Shared bathroom

Shared bathroom


Shared bathroom

Bond StreetMarble Arch

Baker Street

Euston Kingʼs Cross


Leicester Square

VictoriaSloane Square

SouthKensington

Hyde ParkCorner

GloucesterRoad

Earls Court

High StreetKensington

Notting HillGate

Bayswater

Paddington

Hammersmith

Hyde Park

Regent’sPark

GreenPark St.

James’sPark

KensingtonGardens

Kensington

Chelsea

Mayfair

NottingHill

Marylebone

Belgravia

Euston Road

Cromwell Road

Kings Road

Buck

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The Mall

Whitehall

Strand

Fleet Street

Gower Street


Regent SquarePark Lane

Piccadilly

Oxford Street

Marylebone H

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Baker Street

Marylebone Road

Edgware Road

Bayswater Road

Ladbroke Grove

Westway A40(M)

Houses ofParliament

Chelsea FootballStadium

TrafalgarSquare

BuckinghamPalace

WestminsterAbbey

ScienceMuseum

Royal Albert Hall

KensingtonPalace

PortobelloMarket

Victoria & Albert Museum

Harrods

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FRANCES KING ACCOMMODATION

1 Mansion Chelsea2 Pure Hammersmith3 The Curve4 London Solutions5 Chelsea Cloisters6 Citadines

Zone 1

Zone 2

Zone 3Zone 4

Zone 5

Zone 6

HammersmithTurnham Green

Putney

WimbledonStreatham

WandsworthClapham

Fulham

ChelseaKensington

Marylebone

FinsburyPark

KilburnQueens Park

Belgravia

Battersea

WestHampstead

Highbury & IslingtonWillesden Green

Stamford Brook

Dulwich

Herne Hill

Balham

Ealing

• Modern, student residence – high quality, compact studios and twin rooms, suitable for students and young professionals

• Available all year, minimum stay 1 week

• Location: Zone 1, Sloane Square. About 15 minutes’ walk to Frances King, 10 minutes by bus. Located in King’s Road, Chelsea, a famous street with many fashionable boutiques, cafes, restaurants, bars and galleries

• Modern, newly built student residence offering large, stylish studios, suitable for students and young professionals


• Location: Zone 2, Hammersmith. About 15 minutes by underground to Frances King. Located in lively Hammersmith in the heart of West London, near shopping centres, bars and restaurants

• Newly refurbished student residence with single rooms in cluster flats, shared with other students.

• Available summer only, minimum stay 1 week

• Location: Zone 1, Aldgate East. About 25 minutes by underground to Frances King. Located in now fashionable east London, near cool shopping areas, Brick Lane and Spitalfields market

You can book a twin room for 2 people (twin room) or we will place you with another student of the same sex (twin share)

Accommodation in London Student residences, Studios, Apartments and Flatshares for age 18 and over

• Attractively designed, self-catering serviced studios and 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, suitable for professionals


• Location: Zone 1, South Kensington, 15 minutes’ walk to Frances King. Located in South Kensington, near the fashionable shops, cafes and restaurants of Chelsea and a short walk to world-famous museums

• Simply furnished, self-catering budget flats offering single and twin rooms, suitable for students and young working people


• Location: Zones 1 and 2, in pleasant areas of central London, 15-20 minutes by underground to Frances King Opportunity to meet other young people aged 18-30 – students, travellers and working people

• Modern, stylish, self-catering serviced studios and 1 bedroom apartments, suitable for professionals


• Location: Zone 1, Gloucester Road, less than 5 minutes’ walk to Frances King Located in Kensington, near fashionable restaurants, cafes and bars and a short walk to Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens and world-famous museums


BudgetStandard Premium Deluxe

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Frances King Schools and Accommodation

1 Mansion Chelsea2 Pure Hammersmith3 The Curve4 Flatshares5 Chelsea Cloisters6 Citadines

AccommodationWe can also offer a range of 2, 3, 4 and 5 star hotels and other apartments for larger groups in central London. Please contact us for more information.

Frances King – Kensington

Self Catering

Self Catering

Mansion Chelsea ***1 Pure Hammersmith ***2 The Curve ***3 Flatshares *4 Chelsea Cloisters *** 5 Citadines **** 6

Free WiFi

Free WiFi

Free WiFi

Free WiFi

WiFi Free WiFi

Free laundy

Private bathroom

Private bathroom

Private bathroom

Private bathroom

Private bathroom

Free gymGym GymCinema Study room

SharedKitchen

SharedKitchen

PrivateKitchen

PrivateKitchen

Free coffeeGames and study room


• Popular half-board residence with twin rooms shared with other young people of the same sex1 w


• Location: Dublin 2, 10 minutes’ walk to Frances King

• Budget flatshares in comfortable apartments and houses. Suitable for students on a budget who want to meet other people and live independently


• Location: Multiple prime locations near the city centre with good transport connections to Frances King

• Modern, student residence with single rooms for independent living

• Available summer only, minimum stay 1 week

• Location: Dublin 2, 20 minutes’ walk to Frances King. Prime central location, surrounded by Dublin’s best bars, cafes, restaurants and shops

Accommodation in Dublin Student residences, Studios, Apartments and Flatshares for age 18 and over

• Luxurious serviced 1,2 or 3 bedroom apartments and houses in excellent areas close to the city centre. Perfect for families and groups of friends


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

• High quality self-contained studios offering single, double and twin beds. Suitable for couples, friends coming together and professionals


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

• Modern, attractively designed serviced apartments with spacious living area shared with other Frances King students.Suitable for friends, couples and individuals


• Location: Exclusive locations in South Dublin, 15-20 minutes walk to Frances King


BudgetStandard Premium

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Frances King Schools and Accommodation

1 Baggot Street2 Budget Flatshares3 Aungier Street4 Studios5 Apartments 6 Apartments Shared

with Frances King Students

AccommodationWe can also offer a range of 3 and 4 star hotels.

Frances King – Merrion Square

Self Catering

Self Catering

Baggot Street **1 Budget Flatshares *2 Aungier Street ***3 Studios *** 4 Apartments *** 5 Apartments shared with FK students ***6

Free WiFi

Free WiFi

Free WiFi

Free WiFi

Shared bathroom

Private bathroom

Private bathroom

Private bathroom

Study room Free refreshments

Two people of the same sex coming together can request to share the same room. Food allergies can be catered for.

Triples and quadruple rooms available.Private bathroom available on request at an extra charge.

Bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and living areas are cleaned every weekendAll rooms have double beds

Portobello

Wood Quay

Rotunda

NorthWall

MerrionSquare

ParkSt Stephen’s

Green

National Gallery

Trinity College Dublin

Temple Bar

Dublin Castle

ChristchurchCathedral

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Half Board

Self Catering

Self Catering

Free WiFi

Private bathroom

Self Catering

Free WiFi

Private bathroom

Providing school leavers and recent graduates with the skills employers are looking for.www.questprofessional.co.uk

Educational Tour Operator

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

For more information please contact:

Booking Office

Tel: +44 20 7870 6533 Fax: +44 20 7341 [email protected] [email protected] www.francesking.com

Frances King School of English77 Gloucester RoadLondon SW7 4SSUnited KingdomEmail: [email protected]

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