English Language Training & Academic Programmes 2021
Transcript of English Language Training & Academic Programmes 2021
Concorde lnternational
2021
Break the Language Barrier and Change Your Future
English Language Training & Academic Programmes
www.concorde-int.comCanterbury, UK
General English
IELTS & Cambridge Examination Preparation
University Pathway
Academic English Studies
English for Work
Business English
English for Specific Purposes
Group 4 Intensive
One-to-One Master Class™
University Summer Courses
Teachers’ Courses
Language & Culture Programme
Family Study Programme
Online Courses
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10 very good reasons to choose Concorde International
√ Accredited by the British Council, and a member of English UK
√ Excellent pass rates for exams and university places
√ Students value high quality of teaching
√ Outstanding range of curriculum options
√ Teachers’ knowledge and understanding of subjects is excellent
√ Personal and academic support for students is outstanding
√ Relationships throughout the school are excellent
√ Exceptionally well organised programmes
√ 48 years' experience providing high quality courses
√ City centre location
Europe
Asia & Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Americas
Make friends with fellow students from across the world!
Welcome to Concorde International The School
Contents
The School ......................................... 3
The location, Canterbury .................... 4-5
The teaching ...................................... 6-7
Accommodation.................................. 8
Student Life ....................................... 9
General English ................................. 10
Examination Preparation ................... 11
English for Work / Business English .. 12
ESP (English for Specific Purposes).... 13
University Pathway on site and online / Academic English Studies with IELTS Preparation ............................. 14
Group 4 Intensive & One-to-One ....... 15
Teachers' Course
Teacher Development Courses ...... 16
CELTA ........................................... 17
University Summer Courses .............. 18
Language & Culture .......................... 19
Family Study Programme ................... 20-21
Online Courses .................................. 22-23
Transfer Service ................................. 24
The world as we have known it is changing and so is Concorde International as we overcome challenges with the help of technology and our committed teachers who have gained experience teaching online and in hybrid classes.
CIAO…Concorde International Academy Online took flight initially for our summer schools and now offers you classes either in the mornings, afternoons or evenings to fit in with your time schedule.
For over 48 years Concorde has helped thousands of students to break their language barrier and more importantly to make friends with fellow students from all quarters of the world whether in safety online or here in Canterbury.
I am delighted that we have such a good mix of students for our live ‘face to face’ teaching, who appreciate the social atmosphere in the school, the personal contact at every level of our organisation, plus our welcoming homestay families; truly a 24/7 immersion enabling you to make the maximum progress during your stay.
The added opportunity to start your classes online and to consolidate your learning on your return home is something to embrace and will I believe be the future learning experience for so many of our students.
The contents of this brochure highlight the range of courses and accommodation that we offer to meet your individual needs.
I hope very much that we may welcome you either online or here in Canterbury, our heritage city so that you may explore the wonderful surrounding countryside and coastline.
Best Wishes
Colin StoneDirector
The Study Centre
Concorde International is located in historic buildings in the very centre of Canterbury. Many shops and restaurants are just around the corner.
Our friendly and helpful welfare team, academic team and support staff all work in these buildings and are always available to assist students.Teachers and Academic Staff are qualified to British Council Accreditation Scheme requirements. We care about ensuring that you make progress during your time studying with us.
Our classrooms are equipped with audio-visual learning equipment, some have been adapted to provide hybrid online and face to face teaching.
Students also enjoy free WiFi, a computer room with free internet access, coffee bar and student lounge.
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" It was a pleasure meeting you and to get to know the Concorde family. It is a great environment, welcoming, homely and friendly. In the school there is a real feel of the worldwide solidarity which unites in fraternity and friendship people from different cultures and languages, so that they become one family. This is also thanks to all the great people at Concorde who make this possible." - Giovanni Picciallo, from Italy
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Kent "The Garden of England" - where history comes to life!
"Best in Europe" Kent was named the top destination for family holidays by Lonely Planet.
1. Dover Castle and the iconic White Cliffs 2. Whitstable – famous for its oysters, seaside chalets and traditional harbour3. Broadstairs – “quintessential English seaside town” and former home to novelist Charles Dickens4. Leeds Castle – called “The loveliest castle in the world”5. Chilham village - film set for TV series of Agatha Christie’s famous detective "Poirot’’
6. Bluewater Shopping Centre Europe's biggest shopping centre. Shop 'til you drop!7. Deal & Sandwich – The origin of the sandwich. 8. Hever Castle – The childhood home of Anne Boleyn (2nd wife of Henry VIII)9. Chartwell- Country residence of Sir Winston Churchill. Now in the National Trust10. Royal Tunbridge Wells - Spa town and lovely historical town centre
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Canterbury
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Canterbury - A city for all seasons... Simply Inspirational!
Canterbury welcomes 3 million visitors every year.There is always something to see and do throughout the year. Concorde International is located in the heart of this vibrant city.
Canterbury is perfectly placed for easy access from/to the Continent with fast Eurostar trains to Paris (2hrs,30minutes); Brussels Central (3hrs,35minutes).London is only 55mins by High Speed train.
Travelling from/to Canterbury
Cities
London 0 h 55 mins
Paris 2 h 30 mins
Brussels 3 h 35 mins
Canterbury was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status with 3 world heritage sites all easy to visit on foot.
• Canterbury Cathedral
• St Augustine’s Abbey
• St Martin’s Church
1. UNESCO World Heritage City
3. Canterbury Festivals
• Spring Time Gardens and Morris Dancing
• Summer Street Bands and Mime Artistes
• September Food & Drink Festival
• October International Arts and Music Festival
• November/December Fireworks and Christmas Lights
• New Year Artisan Craft & Gift Fairs
2. Museums and historic sites
• Canterbury Tales• Westgate Towers• Beaney House of Art and
Knowledge
• Canterbury Castle• Canterbury Roman Museum• Eastbridge Hospital
Canterbury has 3 universities with a lively student population of over 40,000 students.
4. One of the safest cities in the UK for students
The centre of Canterbury is car-free, and everything is within walking distance. Buses to local destinations are frequent and cheap. Trains to London run approximately every 30 minutes during the day, and every 60 minutes in the evenings and at weekends.
5. Getting around is easy
6. Entertainment, Shopping & Restaurants
There are many busy cafés, bars, clubs, pubs and a modern shopping centre.
Eating OutCanterbury has a great choice of cafes and restaurants: English, French, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Indian, Mexican, Portuguese, Turkish, Moroccan, Thai... It's all on the doorstep!
Shopping and Banks• Shops are usually open 9am – 6pm (Monday to Saturday), and
10am to 4pm (Sunday). • Banks are open at the same times, Monday to Friday, and on
Saturday mornings.
7. ClimateCanterbury enjoys some of the best weather in the UK. Whitstable beach is a short bus ride away.
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Paris
LondonAmsterdam
Brussels
France
Luxembourg
Belgium
Netherlands
Germany
Westgate gardens
Stour river tour
Canterbury Cathedral
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The Teaching
Concorde Level 15 H p/w 21 H p/w 25 H p/w IELTS Cambridge Exams CEFR
Proficiency
9.0CPE
ProficiencyC2
Mastery8.5
8.0
Advanced
7.5CAE
Advanced
C1Effective
Operational user 7.0
6.5
Upper Intermediate
6.0 FCE
First CertificateB2
Vantage5.5
Intermediate
5.0
4.5 PET
Preliminary English B1Threshold4.0
Pre-Intermediate3.5
KET
Key English3.0
A2WaystageElementary
2.5
2.0
Beginner1 - 1.5 A1
Breakthrough0 - 0.5
12-15 weeks
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6-8 weeks
Progress
Your Progress
Concorde has an excellent track record in improving English
language skills. A Common European Framework (CEFR) level will be
completed in 8 – 9 weeks of full time study. To improve your IELTS
score by 1.0 point usually takes 10 -12 weeks.
We ensure that you make fast progress with the following measures:
IN THE SCHOOL• Small classes ensure individual attention
• Regular tests to embed learning
• A good mix of nationalities in classes
• Monthly 1-1 tutorials to check progress and set goals
• Experienced, dedicated and caring teachers
BY THE STUDENT• Attendance at all lessons
• Active participation in all lessons
• Completion of all course work
• Make the most of all opportunities available to practise English at
break times, lunch times and immersion in homestay and student
life and city events
• Qualified and experienced teachers who will do their bes t to help you succeed
• Personal academic counselling available from course tutors
• Continuous monitoring by your class tutors to check your progress
• A balanced programme of communication and comprehension
• Opportunity to take internationally recognised examinations
• Consistently excellent pass rates for exams and university placesProfessional Year-round
and Summer
Business skills, Marketing,Customer Service,
Finance, Management English for Specific Purposes
One-to-One Master Class™G4 Intensive : General
or Business EnglishTeachers' courses
Vocational Training
Volunteering
work placement for
EU and Tier 5 students
Business English +
Skills for employability
Career development and
international opportunities
Academic Courses
Entry to Undergraduate
degrees
International Diploma for Higher Education Studies / Academic English Studies with IELTS Preparation
Entry to Postgraduate
degrees
General English Year-round
and Examinations Preparation
Cambridge ExaminationsFCE, CAE
IELTS
10 Hours
15 Hours
21 Hours
25 Hours
Internationally recognised
qualifications
Course Pathways at Concorde International
“I love teaching at Concorde, because I get to share my passion for the English language with such a dynamic mix of students of all ages and a variety of nationalities."
- Tom Merriman, Teacher
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Accommodation Student Life
We understand that our clients have very different preferences when it comes to choosing their accommodation, and are pleased to offer the following choices in Canterbury.
Homestay Accommodation Most clients choose to stay with one of our hosts where a warm welcome is guaranteed. Students have a single room and the host provides breakfast and dinner each day.
Students enjoy the opportunity to practise their English outside the classroom and experience life in a British home.
Students of the same nationality are placed in different homes unless friends ask to be placed together.
Our hosts are located throughout Canterbury, and the nearby seaside towns of Whitstable and Herne Bay. They are visited and checked by the Concorde homestay team.
In Canterbury, some students will be able to walk to school each day. Others will need to take public transport.
Sample Social Programmes
London Coach Trip The British Museum
Saturday 30th July Drop off—British Museum • Pick up—Cleopatra’s Needle
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Summer Residential self-catering
University Student Village
Single study rooms, sharing facilities
Single study rooms, en-suite bathroom
University City Centre
Single study rooms, sharing facilities
4 Star accommodation, en-suite bathroom
Self-Catering Apartments and Houses
For 2 - 6 people (recommended for family groups)
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University of Kent
“ Host families are so kind and friendly and especially funny. Thanks to them, I could improve my English and I decided to stay in Canterbury for a long time! ”
- Tetsushi Ishimaru, from Japan
Halloween Pumpkin Carving Competition
Self-catering Accommodation
Student Self-catering AccommodationLocated within a short walking distance from Canterbury city centre. Canterbury is a vibrant city with 40,000 students at 3 universities. There is a wide range of self-catering options available to students coming to Canterbury to study:
Long term students (12weeks+)• Modern studios, duplex, and apartments, in the city
centre, and others located outside the city walls• Superior rooms have access to gym, cinema & 24hr
concierge• Standard rooms have access to private or shared kitchen,
and student cafeteria
Short term students (2-10 weeks)• Single or twin rooms, private bathroom, shared kitchen
facilities• Budget rooms – limited availability, please request
Self-catering Accommodation
Social Activities
Social Activities at the Study Centre
Concorde International staff are eager to share all the fun and adventure of Canterbury and the wonderful region of Kent, commonly known as The Garden of England. There are excursions are offered at weekends to including London, Cambridge, Brighton, Oxford, Windsor and Bicester Village Retail Outlet.
Kent has some wonderful historic castles and heritage houses, half day excursions can be arranged to Dover Castle, Leeds Castle and Sissinghurst, and the beach is only 25minutes away to seaside towns of Whitstable, Broadstairs and Folkestone.
Students are encouraged to continue practising their English with optional evening activities: 10-pin bowling and barbecues, Quiz night, plus a cultural programme of events introducing British festivals and holidays across Kent.
There is a free "Walk and Talk" programme most Friday afternoons visiting the nearby villages, coast and countryside with local people, another chance to keep using English!
All the weekly events are displayed on the Student Notice Board in the common room. See examples below. Many activities are free. Some afternoon and evening activities cost between £5-£15. Full day excursions at weekends cost £20-£35 depending on destination and mode of transport.
“ I really liked the ‘Walk and Talk’ afternoon with Colin.! " - Silvia from Spain
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General English
• For students aged 16+
• Elementary to Advanced Levels
• Beginners accepted at the start of a new term
This course provides a balance of grammar, reading, listening, speaking and writing to improve both accuracy and communicati on skills.
We use a mix of modern course books and authentic materials to meet students' needs.
Tutors meet weekly to discuss the progress of the students in their classes. Monthly individual tutorials are held to discuss progress and set aims for further study.
Features of the course• 15, 21, 25 hours per week• Average 8-10 students per class, maximum of 12• Flexible enrolments starting every Monday• Minimum 2 weeks: discounts for long term bookings • A good mix of nationalities: students from 50 different
countries attended our courses in 2019
• For students aged 16+
• Elementary to Advanced Levels
• PM 10 hours - Monday to Thursday
IELTSIELTS exams are held at regular intervals throughout the year.Examination fees vary and must be paid at the time of booking.
An IELTS score is generally required for entry into Univerisity or work in the UK
Features of the Course
• Intensive preparation with practice exam papers
• Practise with academic tests
• Special coaching for examination techniques
• External examinations can be arranged with examining boards
• Regular opportunities to enter for examinations
• Individual counselling for exams
“ The teachers always explain very well in the lessons, and they always want to help us if we have some problems with vocabulary." - Irena from Spain
Examination Preparation Courses
The Buttermarket
AM - Monday to Friday
9.00-10.30
Focus on Grammar
and Accuracy
10.30-11.00
Break
11.00-12.30
Focus on Skills
and Fluency
Morning classes focus on the accurate use of English. Students learn and practise new grammar, functions and vocabulary, and also develop their knowledge of English using set course books and authentic materials.• Grammar in real-life contexts• Pronunciation practice • Written and spoken accuracy• Skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking
PM - Monday to Thursday
13.45-15.15
Focus on Communication
15.15-15.30
Break
15.30-16.30
Focus on Skills
and Fluency
Afternoon classes focus on improving oral communication and fluency, vocabulary extension and skills for real-life purposes.
Lessons per week
Class 19:00-10:30
Class 2 11:00-12:30
Class 3 13:45-15:15
Class 4 15:30-16:30
Monday - Friday Monday - Thursday
25 hours √ √ √ √21 hours √ √ √15 hours √ √
PM - Monday to Thursday
13.45-15.15Lesson 1
15.15-15.30Break
15.30-16.30Lesson 2
At Concorde International you can choose to study for the IELTS and Cambridge examinations.
" Studying at Concorde International for 1 year was a great experience. I took General English and IELTS courses there. When I started the course, I wasn't confident and it was difficult to communicate in English, but I received great support from kind teachers and
school staff about my studies and life in Canterbury. Finally, I was able to reach IELTS 7.0! - Madoka Tomimoto, from Japan
Cambridge English Examinations - PET (B1 Preliminary), FCE (B2 First), CAE (C1 Adveanced)
Exam Dates 2021 PET FCE CAE
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun20 4 20 10 6 8 21 3 12
6 12 17 15 5 8 19
9 6 24 13 20 17 8 13 15 29 9 19
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec20 9 13 3
29 26 10 6 30 11
10 30 27 11 16 6 13 1 4 11
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• 10 hours per week
• Intermediate to Advanced Levels
Business English Course features:
• The language of business• Listening for information • Making presentations• Interjecting, disagreeing, summarising • Discussing real case studies• Analysis and interpretation of data; problem solving • SWOT analysis
English for WorkCourse features:
• Career planning: identifying strengths/weaknesses• How to write an effective CV: matching skills to employer’s
needs • Interview preparation: how to market yourself and answer
questions effectively• Strategies for interviews: body language, research• Intermediate to Advanced (CEFR B1+ to C2; IELTS 4.5 to 7.5+)
FinanceMaking
Effective Presentations
Marketing
Organising & Chairing Meetings
Skills for Starting a Business
Customer Service
Project management
Skills
How to Influence
& Negotiate
Telephoning & Leaving voicemails
Sample Modules
For Intermediate B1 to Advanced Levels, available to Tier 5 (YMS) students from Japan, Korea and Taiwan.
Work Experience - volunteering
Business English / English for Work
• Specialist vocabulary related to the industry• Flexible start dates and course length• Negotiated programmes to suit your needs • Online sessions available
These courses are suitable for pre-work students who are studying for a career in the industry or professionals wanting to develop their English language skills.
Each course is designed to meet the group’s specific needs, and therefore highly suitable for organisations that require specialist language training for their employees.
ESP - English for Specific Purposes
Canterbury Festival
Sample Modules
Telephoning &
leaving voicemails
Making effective
presentations
Presenting yourself &your ideas effectively
How to write an effective CV
& covering letter
Interview preparation
Writing to sell - advertising
&marketing
Building workingrelationships &being a team
player: showing initiative, sharingideas & problem-
solving, etc
Learning from others:
how to request & receive
feedback, making suggestions, etc
Communicationacross cultures:
international clients & colleagues,
protocols & bodylanguage, etc
FinanceHealth
& Safety
Business Communication
TourismNursing Secretarial
Maritime Industry
Engineering &
Construction
Leadership &
Entrepreneurs
Sample Modules
Skills for
Employability
Oil &
GasTeaching
We welcome requests from companies Here at Concorde International we understand working people have a limited time to improve their language skills.
Companies can opt for a short, highly intensive English language training programme or English for Specific Purposes in different sectors; eg Finance, Business Communications, Engineering, Health sector, Law, etc.
These options can be delivered via our Group Business programme or taught on the One to One Master Programme. The programme is exclusive to your company and can be delivered as and when you need it, either on-site or online.
We will ensure that you as professionals can communicate effectively in English in your specialised field of work.
“Excellent lesson... busy, versatile and interesting. Excellent explanations given by the teachers. High quality articles used!” - Irina, from Slovakia
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University Pathway on site and online / Academic English Studies with IELTS Preparation
This course is suitable for students who wish to improve their English fluency, and extend their knowledge in business-related subjects. It also provides the essential requirements for those who want to access university in the UK and other English-speaking countries.
Academic English Studies with IELTS PreparationWhat will the students learn?
• Intensive and Advanced English• Academic English – EAP• IELTS exam preparation• Study and communication skills• Culture studies
Our University Counsellor guides the students through the application process and provides advice and support.
Fact File
University Pathway
Start Dates September / January
Duration 37 weeks / 25 weeks
Hours/Week 25 (including IELTS Preparation)
Entry Requirements September: IELTS 4.5 (or equivalent) + Secondary School End-of-Year Report
January: IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) + Secondary School End-of-Year ReportApril: IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL(IBT) 65
Assessment Monthly testing, 5-6 assignments, 3 presentations, exams
Accreditation Externally accredited by NCC Education
“I felt super-nervous when I arrived but now I’m more confident than before. I think this course has helped me to understand how to do academic writing and research for university. If I had just gone straight to university without doing this course first, I don’t think I would have survived. I think it helped me to understand how university works and about university life. I’m going to apply to university next year."
- Pei Yu, from Taiwan
We have an excellent track record for improving students’ IELTS scores, enabling them to enter their chosen university upon successful completion of IELTS and/or NCC Pathway.
• For clients aged 21+• 15 or 25 hours per week• Maximum 4 participants per class• Business / General / Specialist English• Elementary to Advanced Levels
G4 Intensive Courses : General or Business English
These courses are particularly for those clients who have only a short time available and require maximum input of English for general, business or specialist English.
Clients may choose the dynamic of a small group for their programme or may select an intensive combination option with One-to-One Master Classes with an exclusive, individual tutor.
General English• Develop your active and passive skills in small group
workshops• Practise grammar, listening, reading and speaking• Focus on English for social situations
Business English Courses
• Develop your confidence in the professional world• Develop your business skills: socialising holding meetings presentations telephoning negotiation project management letter and report writing
Cambridge BEC Vantage Exam Preparation2-week programmes12 - 26 April / 09 - 23 August / 15 November - 29 November
One-to-One Master Class ™
The course is designed to meet your specific language and business needs.
The syllabus is negotiated between the teacher and client, following completion of a Needs Analysis form.
The Combination Course is intensive and can be up to a maximum of 30 hours per week with different subject tutors.
• For clients aged 21+• 5 to 30 hours per week• Business / General / Specialist English
• Beginner to Advanced Levels
Combination Options
One-to-One Master Classes may be combined with group classes either with General English or Group 4 Intensive Business English.
Group 4 Intensive & One-to-One
European validation: OFQUAL Level 3
Guaranteed entry to a UK UniversityWe have a first-class reputation for placing students at reputable universities.
University Pathway on site and online Core English Content• Intensive English (30 credits)• Advanced English (20 credits)• Academic English – EAP (10 credits)• IELTS Preparation • Study and Communication Skills (20 credits)
Business modules:
• Introduction to Business (10 credits)• Introduction to Accounting and Economics (10 credits)• Foundation Mathematics (10 credits)• Cultural studies (10 credits)
Exams taken in May/June 2021
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Teachers' Courses
“I have really enjoyed the lessons and I am certainly taking back lots of ideas and practical activities to do with my students!” - Laura Biosca, from Spain
Westgate Towers
Group programmes for teachersFor year-round courses, please email: [email protected]
• Classroom Management • Mixed Ability Classes • Error Correction • The Lexical Approach • Group & Pair Work • Pronunciation • Exploiting Course Books • Digital Classroom
The courses are an excellent combination of theory and practical ideas for busy teachers. Seminars focus on methods and approaches to all areas of English language teaching and learning.
CLIL sessions develop awareness of CLIL methodology and assist teachers in designing activities.
Our trainers consult with course participants to ensure that seminars are useful, relevant and full of tips to improve your teaching skills and effectiveness in the classroom.
The summer Teacher Development Courses are held in July and August in Canterbury. These are intensive courses of 25 hours per week.
• Using Grammar Games • Jigsaw Activities • Motivating students • The Education System • British Culture • CLIL ideas and activities • Phonology • Task Based Learning
The most popular topics from previous years have included:
Teachers will:
• Improve language skills and confidence• Improve ability to plan CLIL lessons (primary and secondary, all subjects)• Learn methods to teach vocabulary and skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening)• Practise adapting materials for use in CLIL lessons
CLIL(Content and Language Integrated Learning)
for Primary and Secondary teachers
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Teacher Development Courses (CLIL/TKT)
CELTA Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Concorde International is an accredited Cambridge Teacher Training Centre for CELTA externally validated by Cambridge English Language Assessment.
• It stands for Certificate in English language teaching to adults.
• It is an initial qualification for people with little or no previous teaching experience.
• It is awarded by Cambridge ESOL, part of the world-famous university of Cambridge, so you can rely on its quality and recognition.
Comments from previous trainees
• It is a 4 week highly intensive course.• 120 contact hours, including• 6 hours of assessed teaching practice.• 6 hours observation of qualified teachers.• 4 written assignments.• Graduation certificate.
“The amount of support you get from both tutors makes everything easier.”
“It’s a brilliant, well-organised course and you’ll learn lots of teaching strategies and techniques.”
“Seminars are really interesting and informative, as well as being interactive.”
“Your trainers are incredibly supportive and helpful, so don’t be afraid to ask for their help.”
“The standard of teaching is outstanding and the tutors are always available for advice and support.”
What is a Celta course?
Why choose us?
• We have been delivering CELTA courses since 1987.
• We have a small, highly experienced team who will be with you every step of the way.
• We pride ourselves on a high success rate.
Features of the course
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University Summer Courses, Canterbury
Campus
This modern university campus is a few minutes' walk from the centre of Canterbury and provides an ideal environment for study and relaxation during your course.• Seminar rooms and lecture theatres all to the highest technological standard• Comfortable single or double bedrooms with private or shared facilities• Self-service meals in college dining room offering a wide choice of international dishes. • Comfortable common rooms with televisions and a fully licensed barThe campus is situated next to two UNESCO World Heritage sites: St Augustine’s Abbey and the famous Canterbury Cathedral, close to the vibrant city centre full of restaurants, pubs and cafes, all easily accessible on foot.
General English 25 or 15 hours
Punting in Canterbury
“ I had a lot of fun studying at the university. I made friends all over the world and hope that I can come back next year! ”
- Adbulaziz Albayyat, from Saudi Arabia
Language & Culture
Sample 1 week programme
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
9.00-10.30
Arrival Day
Class Class Class Class Class
Full day excursion
to London
British Museum
and Walking
Tour
10.30-11.00 Break
11.00-12.30 Class Class Class Class Class
12.30-13.45 Lunch
13.45-16.30
Local visit
Orientation Tour
ConversationClub Local visit
Half day Excursion
ToLeeds Castle
Free afternoon
16.30-19.30 Free time & Dinner
Evening Activities
19.30-21.00
WelcomeBBQ
Free evening
Pub Quiz Night
Free evening
Free evening
Free evening
This programme is for example purposes only.
Classes Local visits Excursions Evening
Activities
Social programmeExcursions are arranged at weekends to Oxford, Cambridge, London, Brighton and Leeds Castle. These may be booked a few days in advance. There are optional evening activities throughout the summer.Some activities are free of charge. Excursion costs vary depending on location and entry fees, usually between £20-£30.
Full-day excursions• London• Cambridge
• Brighton • Oxford
Half-day excursions• Leeds Castle • Broadstairs
• Dover Castle• Ashford
Local visits• Orientation Tour • Canterbury Cathedral
• Canterbury Tales • River tour
Lessons per week
Monday to Friday Monday to Thursday
Class 19:00-10:30
Class 2 11:00-12:30
Class 3 13:45-15:15
Class 4 15:30-16:30
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General English Afternoon Options
15 hours√ √
Free afternoonGeneral English
25 hours per week
The 25-hour programme is suitable for those who want an exciting and stimulating course. It combines English language learning and practice in the morning with the study of a variety of interesting up-to-date topics in the afternoon:
Business English, British Culture, International News and Current Affairs.
15 hours per week
The 15-hour programme in the mornings provides study practice of essential skills - speaking, listening, reading and writing. You are free in the afternoon to visit the city, surrounding countryside and beaches.
Courses Timetable
• For students aged 16+• 15 hours of tuition each week• ‘Conversation Club’ each Tuesday for debates and
discussions• Small classes up to 12 students with 6 language levels
available• Focus on speaking, listening, pronunciation and British
culture
Activities & Excursions• One full-day and one half-day excursions per week to a
cultural destination• Orientation tour of Canterbury City Centre on first afternoon• Local visits include the famous Cathedral, Westgate Towers,
River Tour• Two evening activities per week including BBQ
Accommodation
• Choice of accommodation either with shared bathroom facility or en-suite study bedroom with supplement (£50 per week)
• Full board catering on nearby university campus• Half board option available (breakfast and dinner only)• Dedicated staff in residence to help students settle in, help
with meal times, supervision and accompany students on activities and excursions
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The School arranges ‘English Playtime’ for children aged 5 to 7 years, and Junior Summer School for children aged 8 to 17 years.
Parents can study General English at our Adult Summer Centre, or Business English at the Business School.
Two options for families with children: Tuition only or Tuition & Family Activity Programme
Canterbury provides an ideal environment for children with its pedestrianised centre, parks and gardens. The self-catering accommodation is within easy walking distance of the college and city centre. The local beach is only a short bus ride from Canterbury.
Family Study Programme
Course options
Adult Courses
• General English 15 or 25hours per
week
• G4 Intensive
• Teacher Development Course
• One-to-One Master Class™
Junior Courses
English Playtime : From 5- to 7-years-old*
• 15 hours' Tuition Only
• 15 hours' Tuition & Family Activity Programme
15 hours per week
Junior : From 8- to 17-years-old
• 20 hours' Tuition Only
• 20 hours' Tuition & Family Activity Programme
20 hours per week
* English Playtime is not accredited by British Council
Weekly Sample Tuition & Family Activity Programme
Morning Afternoon Evening
Sunday Arrival Day
Monday
Classes
OrientationTour
Family Welcome Party
Tuesday Free PM &Sports Activities Free evening
Wednesday British CultureClasses Disco
Thursday Half-DayExcursion Free evening
Friday Presentation &Performance Free evening
Saturday Full-Day Excursion Free evening
Sunday Arrivals and departures
Care of under -18s
All of Concorde's staff are DBS checked and have undergone safeguarding training. Please refer to our website and enrolment form for rules regarding under-18s.
For more information please contact: [email protected] High Street
Are you looking for a summer English Activity course for your family in a great city with a nice environment? Concorde International welcomes you and your family to our Family Study Programme.
• 1 full-day excursion per week to family-friendly locations with our staff
• 1 half-day excursion per week to somewhere very English!
• Orientation tour of Canterbury City Centre on first afternoon
• Family sports and games afternoon, and one evening activity
• Family graduation on final day• Meet other families and adult students at the
welcome BBQ
We can help you to book a range of university accommodation, all within easy walking distance of the city centre and schools. Families may select their own house or apartment offering:
• A choice of 2-7 beds, depending on the size of your family• Kitchen with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, pots and pans• Dining area and living room• WiFi throughout the accommodation
“The Family Study programme is a unique experience for parents and children. Every summer we come back, and we truly enjoy it!”Cristina from Italy
Self-Catering Accommodation Options in Canterbury
Canterbury is a safe city full of gardens and busy cafés which the entire family will enjoy. back next year! ” - Pablo and Christina, Juan and Maria
“ I think it’s a good idea to have this possibility of parents studying in a centre near their children’s school. We all learnt some English and we are coming
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C.I.A.O.Concorde lnternational Academy Online
Evening Classes (UK time)
Flexible hours to suit you, after work, or after College.Just 2 evenings a week, connect to your online class in the comfort of your own home, with a qualified English teacher from Concorde International.
Option 1
Course General English 2 hours per week
Level Beginner/Elementary-CEFR A1/A2to Advanced-C1
TimeMonday AND Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00 OR
18:00 - 19:00 OR19:00 - 20:00Tuesday AND Thursday
Option 2
Course Cambridge Exam (FCE or CAE) 3 hours per week
Level Intermediate-CEFR B1/2 to Advanced-C1
TimeMonday AND Wednesday 17:00-18:30
Tuesday AND Thursday 16:30-18:00
Morning Classes (UK time)
ONLINE English classes to your smartphone, tablet or computer, wherever you are!Connect today with regular English lessons taught by our own professionally qualified teachers here at Concorde International. These are LIVE classes not pre-recorded videos, you may join at your level, and you will receive a progress report with end of course Certificate.English for Specific Purposes is available LIVE ONLINE
Afternoon Classes (UK time)
Course General English 15 hours per week
Level Elementary-CEFR A2 to Advanced-C1
Date Monday to Friday
Time
Lesson 1 09:00 - 10:30
Break 10:30 - 11:00
Lesson 2 11:00 - 12:30
Course General English 10 hours per week
Level Elementary-CEFR A2 to Advanced-C1
Date Monday to Thursday
Time
Lesson 1 13:45 - 15:15
Break 15:15 - 15:30
Lesson 2 15:30 - 16:30
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LIVE ONLINE
"When I started Concorde online course the most I felt was that the teachers were so friendly and they made me more comfortable in the classes. - Megumi, from Japan
At times to meet your convenience
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Junior Courses
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Private Transfer Service
Individual transfers to and from Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted can be arranged. Train and coach information on request.
A transfer service is also available for the ports of Dover and Folkestone, and for Ashford International railway station.
Shuttle Bus Service during July and August
Shuttle buses and couriers are available on Sundays between 09.00 and 21.00 for transfers between Gatwick and Heathrow airports and our centres. Waiting times can vary between the shuttle transfers.
Concorde International couriers are available at each airport to provide assistance.
Public Transport (making your own way to Canterbury)
Times may vary. Please check the National Express and National Rail websites for the latest information.
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Aiports
Heathrow 1 h 30 mins
Gatwick 1 h 05 mins
Stansted 1 h 25 mins
PortsDover 0 h 30 mins
Folkestone 0 h 30 mins
International station
Ashford 0 h 30 mins
St Pancras 1 h 20 mins
Operating Times
Coach Train
Heathrow 05.35 - 22.10 05.20 - 21.40
Gatwick 05.30 - 21.30 05.05 - 21.50
Stansted 04.55 - 21.00 05.30 - 21.45
Arrival Shuttle 1 Shuttle 2 Shuttle 3
Heathrow 11:00 14:00 17:00
Gatwick 12:30 15:30 18:30
Departure 08:00 11:00 14:00
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Booking ConditionsPlease see our Safeguarding Policy statement and full Terms & Conditions which are on our website.
* These courses are not accredited by British Council