Summer courses
We offer summer courses in general English for people aged 16 or over. Younger children may be exceptionally accepted if they are accompanied by a family member. The courses are at different levels to suit individual needs. Classes are composed of small groups. The courses give special emphasis to these areas:
- speaking and listening
- reading skills
- grammar in a real context
- everyday English
On your first day there will be an entrance test so that we can place you in the most appropriate group. The test will consist of a series of written exercises, followed by a short oral interview. It is very important to study at the right level because you will progress more rapidly when faced with the appropriate degree of challenge.
You will be provided free of charge with a course book, consisting of a student book and workbook. In addition, your teacher will give you supplementary photocopied material, which will be specifically selected to suit the needs and interests of you and the others in your group.
Because class sizes are small, there are plenty of opportunities to practise your speaking skills and to receive a high degree of individual attention from your teacher.
The English summer courses are in general English, but specialized courses in areas such as Business English are also possible. Please contact us for details.
Teaching staff
Your teachers are highly qualified and have vast experience of teaching English to speakers of other languages. They have taught in various European countries in schools, companies and institutions of higher education. They will make sure that you learn in a friendly, relaxed environment and that your stay will be a happy and rewarding one.
Course dates
Courses are available in the following weeks:
| July 16th - July 20th |
| July 23rd - July 27th |
| July 30th - August 3rd |
| August 6th - August 10th |
| August 13th - August 17th |
| August 20th - August 24th |
Hours of tuition
There are 15 hours of tuition per week (20 lessons), from 9.00 to 10.30 and 10.45 to 12.15 Monday to Friday. In the afternoons the school offers you a variety of interesting trips and activities.
Fees
The cost of tuition is as follows:
| Lessons per week | 20 |
| Cost per week | £180 (approx 270 euros) | Registration fee | £40 (approx 60 euros) |
| Total for one week | £220 (approx 330 euros) |
| Total for two weeks | £400 (approx 600 euros) |
Discounts for group bookings
There are generous discounts for groups, as detailed below:
| ONE WEEK | TWO WEEKS | |
| 2-4 people: 10% discount |
Cost for one week: 297,00 euros (saving 33,00 euros per person) |
Cost for two weeks: 540,00 euros (saving 60,00 euros per person) |
| 5-9 people: 15% discount |
Cost for one week: 280,00 euros (saving 49,50 euros per person) |
Cost for two weeks: 510,00 euros (saving 90,00 euros per person) |
| 10-14 people: 20% discount |
Cost for one week: 264,00 euros (saving 66,00 euros per person) |
Cost for two weeks: 480,00 euros (saving 120,00 euros per person) |
| 15-19 people: 25% discount |
Cost for one week: 247,00 euros (saving 82,50 euros per person) |
Cost for two weeks: 450,00 euros (saving 150,00 euros per person) |
| 20+ people: 30% discount |
Cost for one week: 231,00 euros (saving 99,00 euros per person) |
Cost for two weeks: 420,00 euros (saving 180,00 euros per person) |
What do I get for my money?
The course fees include:
- Tuition and material
- FREE pick up service each morning from students’ accommodation, if this is required.
Additional services
- A pick up service from and to the airports of Bristol, Cardiff and Birmingham is also available at an extra cost of 100 euros per person.
- Activities and afternoon trips to places of interest. Click here for details.
- Day-care activity camp for children aged 5-13 , from 8.30 am - 5.30 pm at a cost of £15 per day. Part days are also possible. The activities are held in the Monmouth School Sports Complex and supervised by qualified and experience staff. Activities include a range of sports such as ball games, cycling and swimming, as well as fun art and craft activities.
- The Beacons School can organize accommodation for students if required. Typical B&B accommodation will cost approximately 210 euros per week.
- The Beacons School can also arrange car hire if required. Costs are as follows: approximately 26,00 euros per day, all inclusive or approximately 225,00 euros per week, all inclusive
How much will I spend? An example package
The cost of a complete “package” without discount is as follows:
| ONE WEEK | TWO WEEKS | |
| FLIGHT | 300,00 euros (approx) | 300,00 euros (approx) |
| AIRPORT PICK UP AND RETURN | 100,00 euros | 100,00 euros |
| COURSE FEES (*) | 330,00 euros | 600,00 euros |
| PICK UP FROM AND RETURN TO ACCOMMODATION, IF REQUIRED |
Free | Free |
| OPTIONAL AFTERNOON TRIPS | Cost dependent on trip and size of group | Cost dependent on trip and size of group |
| ACCOMMODATION | 210,00 euros (approx) | 420,00 euros (approx) |
| TOTAL | 940,00 EUROS | 1.420,00 EUROS |
(*) Discounts apply as in the table above
Terms and conditions
Method of payment:
Payment is by bank transfer and payable in UK pounds. Bank details will be supplied when you book your course.
Terms of payment:
| On booking your course: | £40 (approx 60 euros) registration fee + £100 (approx 150 euros) deposit |
| 30 days before the start of your course: | Balance of course fee |
The £100 deposit is part of your course fee and it will be deducted from the total amount due for your course.
Cancellation
Provided written notice of cancellation is received 30 days before the start of the course, the deposit of £100 will be refunded, but not the registration fee. There will be no refund for any cancellation made after 30 days before the start of the course.
Insurance
Students and their possessions are not insured by The Beacons School. Personal insurance should be arranged before arrival and The Beacons School cannot accept any liability whatsoever for any loss, accident or injury, howsoever caused or sustained.
FULLY COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL INSURANCE IS OBLIGATORY if you do not come from a country with reciprocal arrangements with Britain (eg EU countries).