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EXPLOREYOUR
ENGLISHTHE EXPERIENCE
OUR LOCATIONS
OUR COURSES
Locations...................................... 2Your.Stafford.House.................... 4Course.Portfolio........................... 6Progression.route........................ 7Testimonials................................. 8Social.Programme...................... 10 Accommodation......................... 12
USA Destinations..................... 14Boston........................................ 16Chicago....................................... 18San.Diego...................................20San.Francisco.............................22
UK Destinations.......................24Brighton......................................26Cambridge..................................28Canterbury.................................30London.......................................32
General.English..........................34Module.Customisation...............35Exam.Preparation.......................36Business.English........................38Professional.Certificates............39Additional.Options.....................40Junior.Groups............................. 41
We’d like to invite you on a learning adventure, one that will empower you to explore your English with confidence.
Our schools are located in 8 fantastic American and British cities that each offer a unique way to improve your language.
From the day you walk into Stafford House, you’ll become a member of our global community building long standing friendships made in the classroom and on action packed activities across the city.
You can count on our experienced teachers to empower and guide you through your journey in English, they go the extra mile to immerse you in their language and culture.
Our staff are knowledgeable and passionate about their cities and keen to share with you their experience about the city you have chosen.
By the end of your stay, we’ll make sure you’re equipped and empowered to explore the opportunities that come your way and realise your true potential.
A BIG ‘HELLO’AND WELCOME TOSTAFFORD HOUSE!
HELLO FUTURE!
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Boston HarbourPaul Revere
Mall-Fountain
The beautiful San Diegocoastline Museum of Man
San Diego
BOSTON
CHICAGO
SAN FRANCISCO
SAN DIEGO
EXPLORE YOURENGLISH
8 LOCATIONS ACROSS THE UK & THE USAWhether.it’s.a.traditional.English.experience.or.that.all.American.Adventure,.whatever.your.preference.you’ll.find.a.Stafford.House.location.to.suit.your.needs.and.tastes.
BRIGHTONCAMBRIDGE
LONDON
CANTERBURY
The Brighton Wheel
Roam Cambridge by bike
Canterbury CathedralHistoric City Centre
Explore the UK Capital
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YOURSTAFFORD HOUSE
A BIG ‘HELLO’On.your.first.day,.it.will.take.you.no.time.at.all.to.get.involved..We.have.a.full.induction.programme.and.a.specially.designed.handbook.that.will.inspire.you.to.make.the.most.of.your.learning.adventure.with.us;
•. A.tour.of.the.school.and.introduction.to.the.Stafford..House.community
•..A.walking.tour.to.start.the.discovery.of.your.local.area
•..Guidance.on.how.to.register.with.the.police.and.a.doctor,.and.how.to.open.a.bank.account
•..Guidance.on.how.to.find.your.nearest.religious.or.cultural.organisations
HERE TO HELPYou.can.rely.on.us.to.guide.you.through.the.ins.and.outs.of.your.foreign.experience;
•. Visa.application.and.renewal
•. Airport.transfers
•..Expert.education.advice.for..your.future
•..Monthly.meetings.with.academic.staff.to.discuss.your.personal.development
PERSONAL SERVICEFrom the moment you arrive, until the day you leave us, our enthusiastic and genuine staff will guide you through your stay and learning adventures.
EXCELLENT TEACHING
FLEXIBLE LEARNING
EXTRA-MILE SUPPORTYour.highly.trained.and.experienced.teachers.are.there.to.encourage.your.development.and.give.you.feedback.throughout..You.also.have.the.opportunity.to.meet.monthly.with.one.of.our.senior.mentors.for.additional.one-to-one.support..
EMPOWERING LESSONSWe.believe.in.lessons.that.are.engaging,.relevant,.and.fun,.and.build.real.confidence.in.your.abilities..You’ll.be.energised.and.inspired.to.reach.your.academic.goals.and.achieve.your.full.potential.
A VARIETY OF CITIESEight.fantastic.locations.spread.across.the.UK.and.USA,.and.all.great.places.to.explore,.each.distinctly.different.to.suit.your.style..Our.flexible.programmes.mean.you.can.easily.transfer.between.schools.within.each.country.
EXPERT STAFF Fully.qualified.Stafford.House.teachers.have.genuine.life.experiences.that.makes.education.more.than.just.academic..
YOUR TEAMThe.average.class.size.is.10,.small.enough.that.you.get.the.attention.you.require.in.a.relaxed.environment,.and.build.the.genuine.friendships.that.will.help.your.confidence.grow..
A CHOICE OF COURSES Our.eight.courses.follow.the.same.simple.pricing.structure.within.each.country..If.you.arrive.and.decide.you.are.on.the.wrong.programme,.it’s.simple.to.switch..As.long.as.you.continue.with.the.same.number.of.hours.per.week,.it’s.often.free.too.
Everyone needs inspiring teachers who are passionate about bringing the English language to life.
At Stafford House we’re flexible; we understand how important your study plan and choice of school are so we’ll guide you through any changes you might want to make. Adaptable study programmes, numerous locations and a straight forward pricing structure, allows you to be in control of your learning destiny.
PREMIUM FACILITIES
STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY. .Our.teaching.technology.equips.
both.you.and.your.teachers..to.make.the.most.of.lessons,.with.interactive.whiteboards..in.every.classroom.
FRESH BRIGHT CLASSROOMS. .All.of.our.schools.have.been.
recently.renovated.ensuring.you.study.in.bright,.light.and.airy.classrooms.
FREE HIGH SPEED WI-FI. .Our.free,.fast.Wi-Fi.Is.available.
throughout.our.schools.and.in.our.IT.suites,.to.use.at.ease.in.your.spare.time.
STUDENT LOUNGES AND CAFÉS. .For.a.place.to.chill,.take.a.break.
from.your.studies.or.catch.up.with.friends.in.our.vibrant.student.lounges.and.cafés.
LIBRARY FACILITIES. .If.you.want.to.dive.in.deeper.
to.your.studies,.there.are.extra.study.resources.to.reinforce.your.classroom.learning.
SELF-STUDY AREAS. .Designed.specifically.for.you.
to.get.your.head.down.and.concentrate.away.from.the.buzz.of.the.rest.of.the.school..
OUTSIDE COURTYARD. .Some.of.our.schools.benefit..
from.outside.seating.areas.to.relax.or.study.
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WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU REACH YOUR GOALS!
Whether you want to learn English for everyday life, your career or to progress into academic studies, we look forward to welcoming you to an exciting range of courses for all levels!
YOUR PROGRESSION ROUTEStudying.English.at.Stafford.House.will.provide.you.with.all.the.support.necessary.to.reach.your.English.language.goals..Use.our.Progression.Guide.below,.to.map.your.potential.journey.to.English.language.fluency..
The.table.below.is.for.guidance.purposes.only..Students’.progression.is.dependent.on.motivation,.a.commitment.to.self-study.and.the.use.of.English.outside.the.classroom.
20 lessons per week
25 lessons per week
30 lessons per week
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7PROFICIENCYEquivalent to: Cambridge CPE, IELTS 7.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 106–120
You can use a range of language close to that of your own language. You have no problem understanding or communicating. You now wish to extend your vocabulary and explore the nuances of idiomatic English.
12-16 weeks 11-15 weeks 10-12 weeks
6ADVANCEDEquivalent to: Cambridge CAE, IELTS 6.5–7.5, TOEFL iBT 86–105
You can express yourself clearly and effectively. You have a sound grasp of major tenses and grammatical structures. You read widely and can follow the majority of what is heard on TV, radio and film.
12-16 weeks 11-15 weeks 10-12 weeks
INTE
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5UPPER INTERMEDIATEEquivalent to: Cambridge FCE, IELTS 5.5-6.0, TOEFL iBT 66–85
You can communicate effectively in most situations, discussing and expressing opinions on a wide range of topics. You will continue to broaden your vocabulary to become more fluent and accurate.
12-22 weeks 12-20 weeks 12-18 weeks
4INTERMEDIATEEquivalent to: Cambridge PET, IELTS 4.5–5.0, TOEFL iBT 35–45
You are a confident speaker and understand much of what you read and hear. You have a reasonable vocabulary and can survive well in most situations. You now need to become more fluent and accurate, use more complex structures and sophisticated vocabulary.
12-22 weeks 12-20 weeks 12-18 weeks
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3PRE-INTERMEDIATEEquivalent to: IELTS 4
You can communicate well in everyday social and travel situations and understand some of what is said. You are familiar with basic grammar but need to develop this further. You need to build your vocabulary and listening skills.
10-12 weeks 9-10 weeks 8 weeks
2ELEMENTARYEquivalent to: Cambridge KET, IELTS 3
You have a small, basic vocabulary and can communicate on a simple level. You can survive in everyday situations such as shopping, greeting and travelling. You make a lot of mistakes but people can understand you.
9 weeks 7-8 weeks 6 weeks
1BEGINNER
You only know a few words of English. 6 weeks 5 weeks
4 weeks
PROFESSIONALBusiness English
Career Preparation Activity
Professional Certificates
Marketing.&.Advertising
Business.Management
Project.Management
ACADEMICTOEFL Preparation
IELTS Preparation
Cambridge Examinations
University Pathways
We.also.offer.One-to-One English.and.Group courses.that.can.be.completely.tailor.made.according.to.your.needs.and.objectives.
EVERYDAY ENGLISH
General English
Standard.(20.lessons)
Intensive.(25.lessons)
Super.Intensive.(30.lessons)
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TESTIMONIALS“..I.love.everything.
about.the.school,..I.love.how.the.teachers.teach,.they.explain.everything.and.if.I.don’t.understand.they.will.explain.it.until.I.understand,.all.the.people.are.friendly..I.love.this.school.so.much..I.will.take.TOEFL.when.I’m.finished.studying.here,.I.will.go.to.Virginia.to.study.in.university..The.course.has.helped.me.with.my.future.goals;.you.can’t.go.to.university.and.not.speak.English!”
. Sofya, Russia
“.Stafford.House.is.a.great.school!.I’m.doing.very.well,.my.English.is.progressing.very.fast..Teachers.here.are.amazing.and.lessons.are.fun.–.we.are.playing.games.and.doing.exercises.but.at.the.same.time.learning.English.and.grammar!.I’ve.made.a.lot.of.friends.here.from.different.nationalities..We.hang.out.a.lot.to.practise.our.English.more..”
Ali, Qatar
“ ..Staying.with.a.host.family.was.the.best.experience.for.me..Living.with.a.family.helped.speed.up.my.learning.process,.because.we.talked.a.lot.during.dinners.”
. Daniel, Brazil.
“.Studying.in.San.
Diego.has.been.
an.amazing.and.
important.experience.in.my.life..
Teachers.are.highly.motivated.and.
well.educated..Nobody.has.to.
hesitate.to.ask,.if.something..
was.unclear.” Cagla, Turkey
“.I.really.enjoyed.
being.exposed.to.
challenging.materials.
and.participating.in.
in-class.activities.that.
pushed.me.outside.of.
my.comfort.zone.”
“.Staff.in.the.school.
is.very.helpful,.
I’ve.just.changed.
accommodation.
and.now.live.in.a.
student.house.with.
a.lot.of.international.
students.which.is.great.
because.I’ve.made.a.lot.of.friends..
There.are.a.lot.of.activities.in.the.
afternoon.every.day.and.we.are.
having.a.great.time.here!”
“.I.like.Stafford.House,.
teachers.are.very.
nice,.my.host.family.
is.great.and.I.get.to.
spend.a.lot.of.time.
with.my.international.
friends.at.social.programme..
It’s.my.first.time.in.Europe.
and.it’s.been.an.amazing.
experience.so.far.–.I.
would.recommend.it.to.my.
friends!”
Shoko, Japan
Nataly, Switzerland
Hee-Young, South.Korea
“.I.was.in.Stafford.
House.for.3.months.
and.it.was.the.best.time.of.my.life!.
Here.you.can.find.students.from.
all.over.the.world.and.teachers.
who.have.great.interests.and.great.
knowledge..They.all.take.you.under.
their.wings.and.they.become.a.part.
of.your.life!.And.the.worst.part.is.
you.have.to.leave.them.behind….I.
enjoyed.everything.–.every.single.
moment.of.my.lessons,.my.breaks,.
my.teachers.and.my.friends.so..
I.hope.to.come.back.again!” Tuana, Turkey
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CHICAGO
LONDON
SAN FRANCISCOSAN DIEGO BRIGHTON
CANTERBURY
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SOCIAL PROGRAMMEThe unique Stafford House social programme is designed directly in response to students’ wishes and requests. Wherever the students want to go or whatever they want to do, we do our best to make it happen.
All.of.our.activity.leaders.are.chosen.because.they.live.locally.and.are.passionate.about.showing.off.their.city.and.all.it.has.to.offer..This.allows.students.to.gain.a.deeper.insight.and.understanding.of.the.city.they.live.in.
Ancient.pubs.tucked.away.deep.in.the.city,.quirky.markets.nestled.in.the.midst.of.local.communities.or.festivals,.museums.and.events.that.could.be.left.off.the.student.to-do.list;.we.try.to.put.the.Stafford.House.student.in.touch.with.the.city.they.hope.to.discover.
We.design.a.lot.of.activities.that.aim.to.encourage.our.students.on.trips.to.extend.their.knowledge.of.English.beyond.the.classroom..This.could.take.the.form.of.a.local.culture.and.history.quiz,.language.that.can.be.used.in.an.art.gallery.or.an.activity.looking.at.architecture.vocabulary..
In.short,.our.social.programme.aims.to.bridge.the.gap.between.the.classroom.and.the.world.outside..Our.students.can.enjoy.a.wide.choice.of.activities,.knowledgeable.activity.leaders.and.a.team.that.encourages.you.to.use.your.English.at.all.levels.in.all.of.our.incredible.cities.
Concerts
City Breaks
Movie Nights
Volleyball
Beach SportsMuseum Visits
Walking Tours
PhotographyGallery Visits
Activity Days
Day Trips
Games Days
Beach Barbecue
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London Student Residence
Brighton Student House
San Francisco Student Residence
Boston Homestay
YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Where you live is key to your happiness and
academic success.Whether.you.prefer.the.independence..
of.a.student.residence.or.the.familiarity.of.homestay,.our.accommodation.options.are.chosen.to.offer.you.the.flexibility.of.choice.
and.quality.you.deserve.
HOMESTAY*One.of.our.most.popular.accommodation.options,.homestay.allows.you.to.integrate.into.family.life.and.practise.your.English.language.outside.the.classroom,.over.dinner.and.throughout.the.weekend.with.your.welcoming.hosts..This.is.a.unique.way.to.live.and.study.at.your.chosen.destination.
SUPERIOR HOMESTAY (UK ONLY)This.option.offers.you.all.the.benefits.of.homestay,.but.with.the.comfort.and.convenience.of.a.personal.bathroom.and.a.higher.standard..of.accommodation.
RESIDENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONOffering.you.more.space.to.yourself,.our.hand-picked.student.residences.provide.the.chance.to.live.more.independently.with.like-minded.people.from.all.over.the.world..Residences.are.modern.and.often.include.24.hour.reception,.laundry.facilities,.bike.storage,.common.room,.and.Wi-Fi.internet.access,.conveniently.located.for.easy.access.to.school..
STUDENT HOUSESSimilar.to.a.residence.but.offering.more.independence,.you.will.live.with.other.students.but.on.a.smaller.scale.than.in.a.residence,.allowing.you.to.build.lasting.friendships.with.your.house.mates..Fully.furnished.and.
equipped.for.self-catering.
PRIVATE OPTIONSAs.all.of.our.schools.are.in.popular.student.cities,.there.is.a.wealth.of.private.accommodation.to.rent,.to.suit.all.requirements.and.budgets..Our.staff.will.be.happy.to.help.in.any.way..
*London.homestay.accommodation.is.provided.by.third.party.agencies.
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BOSTONBoston.is.one.of.the.most.historic,.wealthy.and.influential.cities.in.the.USA..A.unique.waterfront.city.that.you’ll.fall.in.love.with.the.very.first.time.you.visit..Filled.with.historical.sights,.a.plethora.of.museums,.sports.fan-fare.and.lively.marketplaces,.your.inner.culture.vulture.is.waiting.to.be.unleashed.in.Boston.
Known.as.America’s.college.town,.it.is.home.to.over.50.colleges.and.universities.and.has.a.strong.tradition.of.learning..With.world-ranked.universities.such.as.MIT,.Harvard.and.Boston.College,.it.is.considered.by.many.to.be.the.education.capital.of.America..The.city.is.a.popular.destination.for.students.from.all.over.the.world.who.are.met.with.a.warm.welcome.to.this.beautiful.and.friendly.city.
SAN FRANCISCO
Known.for.its.international.culture,.many.high-tech.companies,.free.music.festivals,.and.delicious.California.food,.the.San.Francisco.Bay.Area.is.one.of.the.top.travel.and.business.destinations.in.the.world..San.Francisco.is.the.City.by.the.Bay,.home.to.beautiful.landmarks.like.the.Golden.Gate.Bridge,.cable.cars,.and.Fisherman’s.Wharf.
SAN DIEGOStudents.say.our.San.Diego.school.is.like.a.big.family..San.Diego.is.famous.for.its.active.outdoor.lifestyle,.including.boating,.surfing,.parks.and.professional.sports..It’s.also.home.to.Sea.World.and.the.largest.zoo.in.the.world..If.you.like.warm.beaches,.a.relaxed.atmosphere.and.a.smaller.city.feel,.San.Diego.is.the.right.place.for.you.
CHICAGO Famous.for.its.many.museums,.exciting.nightlife.and.friendly.culture,.Chicago.is.an.All-American.city..With.festivals.every.weekend,.live.music.every.night,.and.beautiful.parks.and.beaches.beckoning.every.day—Chicago.buzzes.with.energy.and.excitement.all.year.long..Listen.to.free.jazz.concerts.in.Grant.Park.and.modern.music.concerts.in.Millennium.Park..Visit.the.Willis.(Sears).Tower,.the.Field.Museum.and.the.Art.Institute.of.Chicago..Chicago.is.also.famous.for.its.world.class.architecture,.food.and.shopping.
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From the historic cobblestone streets of Boston to
the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, the USA offers unique
destinations from coast to coast.USA
FENWAY PARK
BOSTON COMMON
NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM
THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO
NAVY PIER
LINCOLN PARK ZOO
BEAUTIFUL COASTLINES
GASLAMP QUARTER
BALBOA PARK
ALCATRAZ ISLAND
GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE
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Over.250,000.students.from.all.over.the.world.help.give.Boston.this.title.and.with.Harvard.and.MIT.close.by.it’s.easy.to.see.why.
Our.central.downtown.school.is.just.moments.from.the.green.space.of.Boston.Common,.historic.Faneuil.Hall.Marketplace.and.even.Macy’s.which.is.over.the.road..Our.ultra-modern.school.includes.all.the.facilities.you.need.for.that.all.American.adventure.
CAPACITY
240
CLASSROOMS
15
STUDENT COMPUTERS
15
LESSONS
45.mins.long
STUDENTS IN CLASS
Average.11.(max.15)
BOSTON AMENITIES
... Student.lounge
.. IT.lounge
.. Free.Wi-Fi
.. Library
.. Interactive.whiteboards
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
•. Homestay.
•. Student.House.
•. Student.Residence.
•. Summer.Residence
TOP 5 NATIONALITIES
•. Saudi.Arabian.
•. Brazilian.
•. Colombian.
•. Italian.
•. Chinese
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SCHOOLKEY FACTS
“ I really like Stafford House! There are many activities and our activity leaders are very cool... I’m always socialising and traveling around - my teachers are all very different but I like all of them.”
Victoria, Spain
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GREAT PLACES TO VISIT!•.The.Freedom.Trail•..Fenway.Park.(home.of.
the.Boston.Red.Sox)•.Harvard.University•.Boston.Common•.Whale.watching
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CAPACITY
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CLASSROOMS
20
STUDENT COMPUTERS
40
LESSONS
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STUDENTS IN CLASS
Average.10.(max.15)
CHICAGO AMENITIES
... Student.lounge
.. IT.lounge
.. Free.Wi-Fi
.. Student.kitchen
.. Self.Study.area
.. Multimedia.classroom
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
•. Homestay.
•. Student.Residence
TOP 5 NATIONALITIES
•. Saudi.Arabian.
•. Thai.
•. Brazilian.
•. Korean.
•. Taiwanese
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Our.Chicago.center.is.located.on.Michigan.Avenue.with.views.of.the.lake.and.the.Art.Institute.of.Chicago.The.center.provides.great.and.modern.facilities.with.easy.access.to.public.transportation,.local.services.and.shopping..Chicago.students.love.visiting.the.nearby.museums,.attending.sporting.events.and.eating.at.famous.restaurants..Every.month.the.activities.schedule.includes.trips.to.top.landmarks,.game.nights.and.tours.of.the.unique.neighborhoods.throughout.the.city.
GREAT PLACES TO VISIT!•..The.Cloud.Gate.(bean.sculpture)•.Art.Institute.of.Chicago.•.Navy.Pier.•.Millennium.Park.•.Lincoln.Park.Zoo
“ Chicago is a diverse city, so I had many chances to communicate with people who have different backgrounds. The knowledges that I got there helps me to be more active in classes at University now. ”
Yuichi, Japan
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SAN DIEGO
CAPACITY
170
CLASSROOMS
16
STU DENT COMPUTERS
23
LESSONS
45.mins.long
STUDENTS IN CLASS
Average.10.(max.15)
SAN DIEGO AMENITIES
... Student.lounge
.. IT.lounge
.. Free.Wi-Fi
.. Student.Kitchen
.. Self.Study.area
.. Multimedia.Classroom
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
•. Homestay.
•. Student.Residence
TOP 5 NATIONALITIES
•. Saudi.Arabian.
•. Brazilian.
•. Japanese.
•. Turkish.
•. Korean
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SCHOOLKEY FACTS
The.San.Diego.Center.is.located.near.vibrant.downtown..The.school.has.a.comfortable.student.lounge.with.sofas,.a.foosball.table,.and.a.student.kitchen.with.vending.machines..Students.in.San.Diego.soak.up.the.California.sun.year-round.at.outdoor.activities.including.the.world.famous.San.Diego.Zoo,.baseball.games.and.playing.soccer.at.Balboa.Park..One.of.our.most.popular.activities.are.the.beach.bonfires.where.students.can.watch.the.sunset.and.socialize.in.beautiful.Ocean.Beach.
GREAT PLACES TO VISIT!•.San.Diego.Zoo.•.Balboa.Park.•.The.Gaslamp.Quarter.•.Beautiful.beaches.•.Seaport.Village
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“ When I came to the USA to take some classes I couldn’t imagine how it would change my life. When I went back to Brazil I got the job I wanted because my English was better.”
Cindi, Brazil
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SAN FRANCISCO
CAPACITY
300
CLASSROOMS
21
STUDENT COMPUTERS
14
LESSONS
45.mins.long
STUDENTS IN CLASS
Average.10.(max.15)
SAN FRANCISCO AMENITIES
... Student.lounge
.. IT.lounge
.. Free.Wi-Fi
.. Student.Kitchen
.. Self.Study.area
.. Interactive.Whiteboards
.. Global.Learning.Center.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
•. Homestay.
•. Student.Residence
TOP 5 NATIONALITIES
•. Brazilian.
•. Korean.
•. Japanese.
•. Thai.
•. Saudi.Arabian
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Carolina, Brazil
The.Stafford.House.San.Francisco.center.is.located.in.the.Financial.District,.close.to.all.public.transportation.including.the.world.famous.cable.cars.and.Union.Square.shopping..The.school.has.study.lounges,.a.student.kitchen,.and.a.Global.Learning.Center..Students.in.San.Francisco.never.miss.an.opportunity.to.visit.the.Golden.Gate.Bridge,.tour.Fisherman’s.Wharf,.or.explore.San.Francisco’s.many.diverse.neighborhoods.
GREAT PLACES TO VISIT!•.Golden.Gate.Bridge.•.Cable.Cars.•.Alcatraz.Island.•.Fisherman’s.Wharf.•.Lombard.Street
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CANTERBURY Canterbury.Cathedral,.cream.teas.and.river.punting.-.if.you.are.looking.for.that.traditional.English.experience.then.look.no.further.than.Stafford.House.Canterbury..
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CAMBRIDGE World.class.University.City,.Cambridge.has.the.edge.when.it.comes.to.beauty,.history.and.culture..This.elegant.yet.compact.city.boasts.spectacular.architecture.in.the.shape.of.colleges,.chapels,.churches.and.courtyards.combined.with.green.parks,.wide.open.spaces.and.the.River.Cam,.which.winds.through.its.heart.
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LONDONLondon.doesn’t.need.introductions.-.it.is.one.of.the.world’s.greatest,.most.exciting.cities.-.a.truly.multi-cultural.melting.pot.combining.centuries.of.tradition.with.being.the.centre.of.new.global.thinking.and.trends..
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BRIGHTONWith.the.beach.in.one.direction.and.town.the.other,.the.school.is.located.in.the.heart.of.the.action..Situated.in.a.beautiful.Regency.building,.for.which.Brighton.is.famous,.our.light,.bright.classrooms.and.bespoke.student.zones.offer.the.perfect.combination.of.study,.fun.and.socialising.space!
GREAT PLACES TO VISIT!•.Brighton.Pier.•.Brighton.Pavilion..•.The.Lanes.•.Brighton.Wheel.•.Brighton.Marina
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BRIGHTON AMENITIES
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ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
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“ The school is great – I enjoy the classes and we have a nice student lounge where we can spend time with our friends, have lunch, play football table! I enjoy exploring the city and find interesting hidden galleries, shops and pubs ”
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CLASSROOMS
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LESSONS
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CAMBRIDGE AMENITIES
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ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
•. Homestay.
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Stafford.House.Cambridge.is.located.in.the.heart.of.the.storied.city..The.school’s.modern.classrooms,.canteen.and.student.access.centre.in.the.old.city.are.just.steps.away.from.the.most.famous.colleges.in.the.world..Students.in.Cambridge.love.taking.advantage.of.the.unique.activities.that.make.this.corner.of.the.UK.famous:.punting.on.the.river.Cam,.tours.of.St.John’s.College,.Evensong.at.King’s.College.Chapel,.and.exploring.the.theatres.and.boutiques.in.the.city.centre.
GREAT PLACES TO VISIT!•.Punting.•.Kings.College.Chapel.•.Trinity.Great.Court.•.The.Round.Church.•.Fitzwilliam.Museum
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“ Teachers here are very experienced and they are very supportive! They listen to everyone and organise lessons in a way that it is useful to all. My vocabulary is growing and that’s very important for my future studies. I am very confident in my progress.”
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CLASSROOMS
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STUDENT COMPUTERS
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LESSONS
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STUDENTS IN CLASS
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CANTERBURY AMENITIES
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ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
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Canterbury.is.in.the.heart.of.the.Kent.countryside,.which.is.known.as.‘The.Garden.of.England’..This.corner.of.England.is.rich.in.history.because.it.is.so.close.to.mainland.Europe.–.you.will.find.castles.everywhere.you.go!.Paris.and.Brussels.are.just.a.short.journey.away.
Our.light,.bright.school.is.just.moments.from.the.centre.of.this.medieval.city,.awash.with.history.yet.vibrant.with.student.life.from.the.three.popular.universities.that.also.reside.here.
GREAT PLACES TO VISIT!•.Canterbury.Cathedral.•.Trips.on.the.river•.Leeds.castle.•.Dover.Castle.•.Paris.by.Eurostar
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“I think I’m ready to start my university studies and that means I’ve achieved my goal. I’ve passed the exams to start my pre-sessional course so Stafford House helped me to get into university that I wanted.”
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CLASSROOMS
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STUDENT COMPUTERS
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LESSONS
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STUDENTS IN CLASS
Average.11.(max.14)
LONDON AMENITIES
... Student.lounge
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ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
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•. Student.House.
•. Student.Residence.
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•. Turkish.
•. Swiss.
•. Brazilian.
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The.school.is.located.in.the.heart.of.upmarket.Bloomsbury,.central.London,.with.all.the.transport..links.to.the.rest.of.the.capital.you.could.ever.need.at.your.feet..Our.historic.buildings.are.full.of.character,.light-filled.and.packed.with.the.latest.technology..
Situated.in.between.some.of.the.world’s.top.universities,.you’ll.also.find.all.the.academic..inspiration.you.need.around.you.
GREAT PLACES TO VISIT!•.The.London.Eye.•.Buckingham.Palace.•.Big.Ben.•.Tower.of.London.•.British.Museum
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“ I’m really happy here, all the teachers that I have are very good and now that I’ve passed more time in the school and from the marks on different tests I can see that I’m progressing.”
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CHOOSE YOUR COURSEFLEXIBILITY
From.Standard.to.Intensive.or.Super.Intensive,.our.range.of.English.language.courses.offers.you.a.choice.on.how.intensively.you.want.to.study.whether.that’s.20.lessons.a.week.on.a.Standard.course.or.30.lessons.a.week.on.our.Super.Intensive..Plus.with.our.range.of.modules.you.get.to.personalise.your.course.totally.to.fit.your.needs.
HOW YOU LEARN
We.believe.that.you.will.learn.faster.and.more.effectively.if.your.lessons.are.engaging,.fun.and.relevant,.that’s.why.our.teachers.use.a.range.of.techniques.and.develop.classes.that.are.motivating.and.build.your.confidence..This.will.allow.time.to.focus.on.any.areas.of.weakness..
Any.weekly.programme.is.influenced.not.only.by.the.course.book.syllabus.but.also.by.the.learning.goals.and.interests.of.the.students.in.any.one.group.
TESTING ON ARRIVAL
On.your.first.day.you.will.take.a.language.assessment,.to.assess.your.knowledge.of.grammar.and.vocabulary.and.how.well.you..are.able.to.understand.and.speak.English...This.helps.us.to.understand.the.class.you’ll..be.happiest.and.most.successful.in..
MONTHLY TUTORIALS
Every.month.you’ll.have.a.one-to-one.tutorial.with.a.senior.member.of.the.academic.team.to.make.sure.you.are.on.track.to.achieve.your.goals.and.fulfil.your.potential..It’s.a.great.opportunity.to.review.your.course.choices.and.learning.methods.and.to.really.make.sure.you.achieve.what.you.want.to.achieve..
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Our.Directors.of.Studies.are.based.in.all.of.our.schools.to.ensure.our.programmes.are.of.the.highest.possible.quality,.our.class.sizes.are.small.and.that.our.students.leave.having..gained.the.maximum.from.their.time.with.us.
GENERAL ENGLISH We.offer.an.exciting.range.of.General.English.courses..for.all.levels,.from.beginner.to.proficiency,.and.to.suit.different.budgets..We.also.offer.timetables.that.give.you.the.flexibility.to.choose.a.course.that.best.suits.your.needs.from.1-36+.weeks.
STANDARD (20.lessons)
STANDARD FLEX (20.lessons)
INTENSIVE (25.lessons)
SUPER INTENSIVE (30.lessons)
MODULESAll.students.on.our.Intensive.and.Super.Intensive.courses.can.personalise.their.learning.through.the.addition.of.specific.modules..These.modules.allow.students.to.study.topics.that.best.fit.with.their.learning.goals.
Below.are.just.a.few.for.you.to.think.about:
EXPERIENCE AMERICA
Practice.English.with.Americans!.Take.weekly.field.trips.to.cultural.places,.volunteer.organizations.and.neighborhoods.
CAREER PREPARATION
Write.a.professional.American-style.résumé.(CV).and.cover.letter..Learn.interview.skills.and.U.S..business.practices.
CURRENT EVENTS AND DEBATE
Learn.to.speak.your.opinion.confidently..Debate.current.world.news.and.business.topics.
POPULAR ENGLISH
Study.popular.slang.and.idioms.from.TV.shows,.movies.and.songs..Develop.vocabulary.to.help.you.communicate.in.all.situations.
SOCIAL MEDIA AT WORK
Improve.your.social.media.skills.to.market.yourself.and.build.your.network..Study.how.Americans.use.social.media.in.their.professional.lives.
NEWS AND NEWSPAPERS
Explore.different.types.of.printed.media.and.discuss.the.raised.issues.of.current.affairs.incorporating.useful.language.and.vocabulary.at.Upper-Intermediate.-.Advanced.level..Students.learn.and.develop.reading.and.critical.thinking.skills.to.help.them.become.informed.and.involved.in.the.future..
HOW TO WIN FRIENDS AND INFLUENCE PEOPLE
A.study.in.register,.form,.and.audience..This.module.is.a.business.inspired.look.at.communication..As.necessary,.it.will.address.the.business.English.needs.around.networking,.correspondence,.socializing,.meetings,.etc..It.is.also.very.much.for.non-Business.English.students.ready.to.examine.the.effect.their.language.has.on.their.interlocutor..
PRE-IELTS: GRAMMAR
A.scintillating.taste.of.grammar.in.the.context.of.the.IELTS.exam..This.could.entail.any.part.of.the.exam.and.will.focus.on.the.variety.of.grammatical.knowledge.necessary.to.achieve.top.marks.
GLOBAL ISSUES
A.mid-level.offering.for.students.to.improve.their.speaking.skills.particularly.when.it.comes.to.expressing.opinion,.agreeing.&.disagreeing,.exercising.diplomacy.and.politeness,.and.being.able.to.talk.about.subjects.that.are.important..to.them..
PRONUNCIATION CLINIC
Isolated.sounds,.intonation,.stressed.syllables,.sentence.stress..Speaking.and.listening.activities.to.help.the.students.identify.the.differences.between.students’.first.language.and.English.and.offer.opportunities.to.practice..
LOCATION:
Standard, Intensive,
Super Intensive:. All.centres..
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Standard flex:. Cambridge.
. . . London
START DATES
Every.Monday
MINIMUM LEVEL.
Beginners
AGE.
16+.
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EXAM PREPARATIONAll.our.exam.preparation.courses.cover.the.areas.of.your.chosen.exam.in.detail.ensuring.you.learn.the.skills.and.English.language.through.the.use.of.past.papers.and.exam.technique.to.achieve.exam.success...Preparation.courses.available.for.Cambridge.Exams,.IELTS,.and.TOEFL.
OBJECTIVES
•.Goal-oriented.and.highly.focussed.preparation.programme
•.Develop.the.skills.needed.to.succeed.in.the.exam
•.Develop.strategies.to.maximise.your.score.in.the.exam
HOW YOU WILL LEARN
•.Skim.reading.for.meaning,.scanning.for.detail,.paraphrasing,.making.inferences,.and.more
•.Methods.and.strategies.for.successful.integrated.and.independent.writing
•.The.skills.needed.to.speak.confidently.and.succeed.in.a.one-to-one.interview
•.Listening.strategies.such.as.listening.for.gist.and.for.detail
•.With.sample.papers.and.continuous.practice.of.specific.tasks,.you.will.become.familiar.with.the.exam.you.are.taking.and.learn.how.to.answer.the.questions.as.effectively.as.possible
QUICK FACTSLOCATION:
UK:. All.Centres.
USA:. San.Diego.
. San.Francisco.
LEVEL:
Upper.Intermediate.to.Proficiency
AGE:
16+
TOEFL PREPARATIONTaken.by.over.25.million.English.language.learners,.the.TOEFL.test.is.a.widely.respected.English.language.test.
It.measures.your.ability.to.use.English.at.university.level.and.is.recognised.by.over.8,000.institutions.in.more.than.130.countries,.including.the.majority.of.North.American.universities.
•.Start.dates:.Every.Monday
•.Minimum.Level:.Upper.Intermediate
•. Location:.USA.Centres
IELTS PREPARATIONThese.courses.will.develop.your.English.skills.and.improve.your.exam.technique.in.preparation.for.the.IELTS.(International.English.Language.Testing.System).exam.–.ideal.for.students.who.require.a.specific.level.of.IELTS.for.university.entrance.or.a.specific.level.by.a.certain.date.
•. Full-time,.Intensive.and.Super.Intensive
•.Start.dates:.any.Monday,.1-36+.weeks
•.Minimum.Level:.Intermediate.
•. Lessons.per.week:. 25.lessons.(21.hours).. 30.lessons.(25.hours)
•.Age:.16+
•. Location:.UK.Centres
CAMBRIDGE EXAM PREPARATIONCambridge.English.exams.are.recognised.by.schools,.universities.and.employers.worldwide,.they.do.not.expire.and.there.are.three.to.choose.from:.First.Certificate.in.English.(FCE),.Advanced.(CAE).and.Proficiency.(CPE).
FCE FCE.proves.you.have.reached.B2.(Upper.Intermediate).level.of.English.and.can.use.every.day.written.and.spoken.English.for.work.or.study.purposes..The.programme.will.develop.every.aspect.of.your.English.through.engaging.lessons.and.activities,.from.studying.idioms.and.modal.verbs.to.debating.ideas.and.writing.essays.at.a.high.language.level.
CAE.CAE.demonstrates.that.you.are.at.C1.(Advanced).level.of.English.needed.for.academic.and.professional.success..As.you.prepare.for.the.exam,.you’ll.study.complex.grammar.and.advanced-level.vocabulary.and.learn.how.to.write.proposals,.conduct.research.and.communicate.effectively.in.an.international.workplace.
CPE.CPE.(UK.only).demonstrates.that.you.have.the.advanced.skills.necessary.to.function.effectively.in.almost.every.English.speaking.context..As.you.prepare.for.the.exam,.you’ll.need.to.be.ready.to.think.intensively.about.the.English.language.in.a.variety.of.professional.and.academic.contexts,.transposing.your.thoughts.into.different.registers.of.language,.looking.for.the.most.suitable.phrasing.for.each.situation.
“ The school is perfectly located and has a great timetable! The teachers here are very good! I’m confident in my progress and hope to get a higher IELTS score than what I actually need for University.”
Ghusun, Saudi Arabia
3736 3736
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATESLearn.business.concepts.and.apply.your.advanced.English.skills.to.team.projects.and.business.case.studies..This.English.program.is.for.students.who.want.to.explore.and.develop.their.careers.
•. Talk.with.professionals.from.successful.companies
•. Learn.from.visits.to.U.S..companies
•. Work.on.team.projects.and.complete.business.case.studies
BUSINESS ENGLISHThis.course.will.develop.your.English.skills.and.confidence.for.a.variety.of.business.contexts.such.as.presentations,.meetings.and.negotiations..The.syllabus.combines.practical.skills.with.business.and.industry.specific.language.tailored.to.your.needs.so.you.make.the.right.impact.with.your.future.clients.and.colleagues..
HOW YOU LEARN Your.English.language.fluency.will.improve.as.you.study.business.vocabulary,.grammar.and.pronunciation.relating.to.a.range.of.topics.that.include.sales,.marketing.and.advertising,.human.resources,.administration,.finance.and.management.
Your.language.and.practical.skills.will.grow.through.various.activities.such.as.reading.correspondence.and.reports,.writing.letters.and.emails,.negotiating,.preparing.and.delivering.presentations.and.socialising.and.networking.
KEY FEATURES•. Full-time,.Intensive.or.Super.Intensive.course.with.specialist.modules.
introducing.functional.business.vocabulary.for.applied.use.in.the.workplace
•.Develops.the.listening,.speaking,.reading.and.writing.skills.needed.in.the.commercial.world
•. Improves.grammar.and.extends.business.vocabulary
LOCATION:
USA:. All.Centres..
UK:. London.only
START DATES
Every.Monday
MINIMUM LEVEL.
Intermediate
AGE.
18+.
PROJECT MANAGEMENTMinimum.Level:.Upper.Intermediate
Start.dates:..Jan.4,.Apr.4,.Jul.5,.Oct.3
•.Managing.schedules,.budgets..and.risks
•.How.to.build.a.business.case
•.How.to.analyze.new.projects
•.How.to.track.and.communicate.progress
MARKETING & ADVERTISING*Minimum.Level:.Upper.Intermediate
Start.dates:..Feb.29,.May.31,.Aug.29,.Nov.28
•. Team.Project:.Create.and.present..a.marketing.plan
•.Product.development,.lifecycle.and.planning
•.How.to.develop.sales,.promotion.and.advertising.strategies
BUSINESS MANAGEMENTMinimum.Level:.Upper.Intermediate
Start.dates:..Feb.1,.May.2,.Aug.1,.Oct.31
•. The.role.of.management.and.leadership.within.an.organization
•.How.to.develop.your.own..leadership.skills
•.How.to.develop.professional.
relationships
*Marketing.&.Advertising.is.a.5.week.certificate.(others.are.4.weeks)..
“ I am taking Professional Certificates as regular classes along with CPA elective. I think it will help me when I look for a job because I wish to work for an international company in the future and it is good to know what American workplace is as well as how a global company works.”
Riku, Japan
CAREER PREPARATION ACTIVITYPractice.English.and.experience.American.business..culture.by.spending.time.at.a.U.S..company..The.Career.Preparation.Activity.places.you.with.a.host.company.
•.Become.more.confident.speaking.English.in.a.work.setting
•. Learn.industry-specific.vocabulary.and.the.casual.English.used.in.an.American.workplace
•.Apply.your.skills.to.projects.in.the.host.company
•.Develop.interview.skills.and.build.confidence
The.Career.Preparation.Activity.is.an.unpaid.host.company.placement.in.a.U.S..company..Students.must.maintain.full-time.study.at.Stafford.House.during.their.time.with.the.host.company..Host.company.placement.is.up.to.15.hours.per.week.and.can.last.from.8-48.weeks.
PLACEMENT FIELDS:
•.Social.Services.
•.Business.Administration.
•.Marketing.
•.Hospitality.
•.Sales
REQUIREMENTS:
F1.visa.
12.week.minimum.enrolment
AGE:
18+.
MINIMUM LEVEL:
Upper.Intermediate.
Must.be.enrolled.in.at.least.a.
Standard.Schedule.during.host.
company.placement
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JUNIOR GROUPS AND INDIVIDUALS Stafford.House.Study.Holidays.provides.high.quality.English.and.activity.courses.for.young.learners..We.enjoy.a.reputation.for.providing.effective.language.lessons.and.running.well-organised.activities.and.excursions,.in.safe.and.friendly.environments.through.the.UK.and.USA.
We.give.equal.importance.to.both.the.academic.and.leisure.parts.of.the.programme.and.encourage.students.to.use.the.English.language.rather.than.to.‘learn.about.it’..For.more.information.on.our.centres,.as.well.as.further.information.on.the.courses.available,.please.explore.www.studyholidays.com..
START DATES:
Every.Monday
MINIMUM LEVEL:
Beginner.
MINIMUM BOOKING:
5.lessons.
AGE:
16+
UK.Lessons.are.50.minutes.
USA.Lessons.are.45.minutes
ONE-TO-ONE ENGLISHOur.One-to-One.English.courses.can.be.completely.tailor.made.according.to.your.needs.and.objectives..This.course.is.particularly.useful.for.students.who.have.a.very.particular.need.or.for.students.who.wish.to.learn.very.intensively.
It.is.ideal.for.students.who.wish.to.take.the.premium.route.to.English.success.through.personalised.one-to-one.tuition.
Course.content.tailored.to.your.needs.-.highly.personalised.tuition.to.help.you.succeed.in.your.goals..Working.with.your.own.personal.teacher,.you.will.identify.the.specific.language.areas.and.skills.that.you.wish.to.improve.and.together.create.your.own.special.programme.of.learning.
Our.teachers.will.provide.suitable.materials.for.the.focus.you.have.chosen.
KEY FEATURES
•.Can.be.added.to.ANY.course,.or.as.a.stand-alone.programme
•.Develops.listening,.speaking,.reading.and.writing.skills
•. Improves.grammar.and.extends.vocabulary
•.Greater.flexibility.to.pursue.preferred.interests.and.focus
ADULT GROUPS Our.schools.are.open.for.a.minimum.of.50.weeks.of.the.year..Stafford.House.is.a.specialist.in.providing.bespoke.group.services..We.offer.a.complete.package.that.can.be.adapted.to.your.needs..Ideal.for.groups.of.students.who.wish.to.improve.their.language.skills.in.a.particular.field.of.interest..In.the.past,.we.have.run.courses.for.a.wide.range.of.students,.including.teachers,.tourism.industry.professionals,.soldiers,.agriculture.students.and.groups.of.students.seeking.a.course.of.cultural.interest.
High.school.groups.and.groups.of.students.preparing.for.exams.can.also.request.a.programme.focussed.on.preparation.or.revision.of.particular.areas.of.interest.
The.content.of.the.classes.and.visits.can.be.discussed.in.advance.to.make.a.programme.that.is.just.right.for.you..For.adult.groups.of.students.who.wish.to.follow.the.courses.detailed.earlier.in.this.brochure,.we.can.organise.to.integrate.a.group.of.students.for.some.of,.or.their.entire,.programme.
ADDITIONAL
QUICK FACTS
OPTIONS
CLASSIC COURSEThis.summer.programme.is.one.of.a.number.of.courses.we.run.throughout.the.UK.andUSA..It.offers.a.lively.combination.of.English.language.lessons,.activities.and.excursions.
AVAILABLE IN Centres.across.the.UK.and.USA
START DATES Weekly.between.June.-.September
LEVEL Elementary.to.Advanced
LESSONS PER WEEK 20.(15.hours)
MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE 16.students
COURSE LENGTH 1.-.4.weeks
AGE.9.-.18.years.(depending.on.centre)
AVAILABLE INCLUDE:GENERAL ENGLISH COURSES
•. Intensive.English
•. London.Explorer
SPECIALIST COURSES
•.Art.&.Design
•.Drama
•.Arsenal.Soccer.School
•.Parent.&.Child
•.Leadership.Program
SPECIALIST SPORTS SUPPLEMENTS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN CERTAIN CENTRES
•. Tennis
•. Football
•.Rugby
•.Golf
•.Horse.Riding
•.Art
•.Basketball
These.centres.offer.a.range.of.academic,.creative.and.language.programmes.
which.are.allaccredited.by.the.respective.bodies.and.associations..
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UK: BRIGHTON • CANTERBURY • CAMBRIDGE • LONDON
USA: BOSTON • CHICAGO • SAN DIEGO • SAN FRANCISCO
Part of Cambridge Education Group.
www.staffordhouse.com
UK: BRIGHTON • CANTERBURY • CAMBRIDGE • LONDON
USA: BOSTON • CHICAGO • SAN DIEGO • SAN FRANCISCO
Part of Cambridge Education Group.
www.staffordhouse.com