40+ Years Experience in Teaching We’ll get you speaking English London & Dublin 2017 English Language Programmes
40+ Years
Experience in Teaching
We’ll get you speaking English
London & Dublin
2017 English Language Programmes
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Welcome
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.
One of the most exciting cities in the world, London offers a unique opportunity to explore your interests in art, fashion, music or business while improving your English. Famed for its welcoming atmosphere, our Dublin school is always full of life even outside class times as our students love to stay on and practise their English.
In both cities we offer a wide choice of accommodation options as well as interesting and varied activity programmes to help you make friends, explore London or Dublin and improve your English.
We look forward to welcoming you to Frances King in London or Dublin.
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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.
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Location
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 everything the UK or Ireland have to offer.
Activities
Our programmes are designed above all to improve your spoken English. You can also choose options for examination preparation, academic year and work-study and there are special programmes for professional people.
Programmes
Our experienced 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 through our skills, topics and task sessions.
Staff
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.
Accommodation
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The Experience of a Lifetime
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Before you arrive
Your first day at the school
Your class
Arrival in London or Dublin
• 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.
• Your 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.
• New language and skills are introduced and practised in interesting ways and as well as English you’ll learn about other cultures and lives.
• Groups are small and the teaching programme can be adapted to your individual needs.
• 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.
• Try to arrive 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.
Learning English at Frances King is an unforgettable experience. We’ll help you with all aspects of your stay. You’ll improve your fluency and confidence in English and discover our fascinating cities. You’ll make new friends and have many new experiences.
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Checking your progress
Your last day
• After class and in the evenings and weekends, you can discover London or Dublin with your teachers and other students.
• There’s something to do most days and evenings: guided walks, visits to museums and galleries, visits to well-known attractions as well as unusual places, sports activities, parties and a lot more. And most events are free of charge.
• When you complete your course you’ll receive a certificate.
5Lunch Club• If you are taking an Intensive Plus programme,
once a week lunch is included. Led by an English speaker, groups of students enjoy a light lunch in a local café or restaurant.
• From 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.
We 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• The activity programme offers great opportunities for practice
Activity Programme
Learning outside the class
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• 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.
The London ExperienceExperience London
Experience our Activity Programme
One of the world’s most exciting cities, London has everything to offer from culture and shopping to entertainment and food – whatever it is you love to do, you’ll find it here.
Social, sporting and cultural activities 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.
Experience England and Europe
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Location and Facilities
Meet our Friendly Staff
The school is in Kensington, a beautiful part of central London, near world-famous attractions. There are 22 classrooms with interactive whiteboards or computers. Nearby annexes have 12-18 classrooms. There is a coffee bar, comfortable common areas to socialise and study and Wi-Fi throughout.
Our friendly Student Services staff will provide you with information 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.
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The Dublin ExperienceExperience DublinDublin is a city like no other. Steeped in culture and history, it’s known as the city of a hundred thousand welcomes. Bursting with energy and entertaining people, it will feel like home in no time.
Our excellent social activity programme takes place every day. You can explore the exciting city of Dublin while practising your English with other students and local English speakers.
Weekend excursions are designed to take you further afield so you can explore more of this beautiful country while practising the English language skills you learnt in the classroom.
Experience Ireland
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Experience our Activity Programme
Location and Facilities
Meet our Friendly Staff
Located in Merrion Square at the heart of Dublin city, our impressive Georgian building has 11 spacious classrooms with modern teaching facilities. A self-access study centre, private outdoor terrace and common areas with refreshment facilities.
Our friendly Student Services staff are always available to help you during your time at Frances King.
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Frances KingSuccess Stories
“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
“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
“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
“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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“I improved my vocabulary and practical use of English which will help me keep in touch with my new friends all over the world.”
Emeric Lamaire, France
“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, Germany
“I am very happy to be in London and studying at Frances King. There are so many different nationalities and cultures and it’s easy to make friends. English is the common language to communicate and this motivates me a lot!”
Mert Onal, Turkey
“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
“The One-to-One course concentrated on my general English and business needs and has helped me to deal with my job more effectively and efficiently.”
Enea Zanetti, Italy
“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. I learn about myself by communicating with other students and teachers in class.”
Daiki Nakajima, Japan
Our greatest ambassadors are our students – here are some of the wonderful things they’ve said
about us.
“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. Dublin is a friendly city and I enjoyed discovering different Irish pubs and practising my English while socialising.”
Byeongpil Son, Korea
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Which is the Programme for you?
Whether you want to learn everyday English or English for your work or studies, or to prepare for an examination, you’ll find programmes adapted to your needs.
English for Everyday
For adults of all ages who want to achieve fluency in everyday English. Perfect if you’d like to be able to speak English when travelling, in social situations, read English books and magazines, and enjoy English online and in films.
IELTS Examination Preparation Designed for people who need to prepare for IELTS or for further study in English.
English for Business and Professional People
Programmes in London designed for business and professional people and other highly motivated learners. There is a higher minimum age of 24 and only 5-8 students in each class.
Cambridge Examination Preparation
For people who need to prepare for an internationally recognised examinations in English - Cambridge FCE or Cambridge CAE.
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The following pages show details of our various programmes which can be adapted to suit your needs.
Academic Year
Longer term programmes, minimum 25 weeks, tailored to your specific needs, allow you to achieve fluency for your future work or study through a long period of immersion in the English language.
One-to-One and One-to-Two
Suitable for people who want completely personal focus on their learning. For all ages - our teachers are experienced with children, young adults and professionals.
Work and Study Visa Programmes
Long term ILEP programmes in Dublin, minimum 25 weeks, which allow non-EEA students to apply for a Work & Study Visa in Ireland.
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Internship
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 company.
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A1 A2 B1
BeginnerI speak very little English
ElementaryI can understand and speak basic English in familiar situations
IntermediateI understand and speak quite well in familiar everyday situations
Upper IntermediateI speak well but not fluently in a variety of situations. I can express quite complex ideas, but I find it difficult to understand fast speech of native speakers
AdvancedI am fluent and confident in expressing myself although I sometimes have problems with more complex ideas or unfamiliar situations
ProficiencyI speak English fluently and understand almost everything, although I sometimes have difficulty with very colloquial English
B2 C1 C2
Guide to English Levels
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• Suitable for adults of all ages who want to achieve fluency in everyday English
• There is a focus on speaking and listening - by learning and practising language using real life situations, you will achieve greater fluency and accuracy
• An Everyday Skills Session focuses on language and skills for everyday English, giving you phrases for travel, writing emails and much more
• For more rapid progress you can choose our Everyday Topics and Tasks Sessions after lunch. These sessions offer a more intensive programme which stretches your learning and allows you to consolidate what you have learned during the day through relevant everyday topics and task-based activities including news and current affairs and writing and recording a podcast.
• If you choose an intensive course you will have ‘FK Lunch Club’ once a week where an English speaker takes you and a small group to lunch allowing you the opportunity to speak English in this relaxed environment
FOCUS ON SPEAKING
• The aim is to rapidly improve your speaking and listening
• Fluency and accuracy are developed through conversation, debates and projects around themes of popular interest
• Structured grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation input increase the range of your English and your teacher will help you reduce errors
• Sessions will include presentations and video and audio will be used
SKILLS SESSION
Focus on language and skills for Everyday English.
SKILLS MAY INCLUDE– Useful phrases for travel,
such as restaurants and hotels
– Writing informal emails – Posting on social media– Getting information from
notices, brochures and magazines
– Understanding announce-ments and radio programmes
– Understanding different accents
– Making your pronunciation sound more natural
TOPICS SESSION
Extended practice of language and skills for Everyday English.
TOPICS MAY INCLUDE– Entertainment and the Arts– Daily life (shopping, eating,
socialising etc.)– News and current affairs– Social media– Customs and events around
the world – Research and report on a
hobby or interest – Special interests - negotiated
with the teacher
TASKS SESSION
Consolidate and stretch your learning with task-based activities.
TASKS MAY INCLUDE– Giving a talk or presentation– Planning and promoting an
event– Teaching someone a new skill– Inventing and marketing a
product– Producing an information
sheet– Writing and recording a
podcast – Storyboarding a promotion
video
English for Everyday
FK LU
NCH CLUBA light lunch
once a week in a small group
with an English speaker.
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Group SizeAverage 12, Maximum 15.
AgeMinimum 16.
Start DatesEvery Monday. When Monday is a public holiday, courses begin on the following Tuesday. London: January 3; April 18; May 2, 30; August 29. Dublin: January 3; April 18; May 2; June 6; August 8; October 31.
Session Hours50 minutes’ tuition and a 10 minute break.
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Add One-to-One lessons at
reduced prices for individualised
learning. Pages 27-28
Christmas and New Year in London CN20 Notes
Our basic programme focuses on spoken English, with structured language input, and a skills session for Everyday English.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday
16h 40mTUITION TIME
A1MINIMUM LEVEL
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
£2701-3
WEEKS
£2454-7
WEEKS
£2258-11
WEEKS
£20012-24
WEEKS
€2001-3
WEEKS
€1904-7
WEEKS
€1708-11
WEEKS
€16012-24
WEEKS
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
StandardEnglish for Everyday E20
Combine study in London with a leisure and sightseeing programme in the afternoons and weekends. For students aged 18 and over special prices in centrally located student residences.
PROGRAMME FACTS
A2MINIMUM LEVEL
£250WEEK 1
£175WEEK 2
£5221-2 WEEKS
FROM
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK including special residential accommodation, single room, private bathroom, only 10-15 minutes to school.
9.00-13.00MONDAY TO FRIDAY
WEEK 1: 20 SESSIONS WEEK 2: 12 SESSIONS
START DATES: DECEMBER 18 (1-2 WEEKS), 27 (1 WEEK)
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10h-16h 40minTUITION TIME
1-2WEEKS
(London only) For students and working people living in London.
Programmes for English for Everyday, Work or Examination Preparation for IELTS or Cambridge Examinations.
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
18.30 - 20.30 Focus on Speaking or Examination Preparation Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
TUITION TIME
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
Part-Time Evening
£501-3
WEEKS
£424-7
WEEKS
£388-11
WEEKS
£3312-24
WEEKS
English for Everyday PTE6
This intensive programme for rapid progress has extra focus on communicative activities. ‘FK Lunch Club’ is included. Topics sessions increase vocabulary and at the end of the day there is a special task-based session - you and fellow students practise what you have learned earlier.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day) 13.40 - 14.30 Topics Session 14.35 - 15.25 Tasks Session Monday to Thursday
23h 20m TUITION TIME
A2MINIMUM LEVEL
28SESSIONSPER WEEK
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
£3381-3
WEEKS
£3064-7
WEEKS
£2818-11
WEEKS
£25012-24
WEEKS
€2651-3
WEEKS
€2554-7
WEEKS
€2358-11
WEEKS
€22012-24
WEEKS
English for Everyday E28
Intensive
The afternoon programme focuses on spoken English, with structured language input, and a skills session for Everyday English. The same quality as morning programmes with a lower price.
Focus on SpeakingSkills SessionSkills SessionTasks Session
LONDON TIMETABLE
DUBLIN TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
13.40 - 14.30 Topics Session 14.35 - 15.25 Tasks Session Monday to Thursday 15.40 - 17.30 Focus on Speaking Monday to Friday
Monday to Friday
13.00 - 14.00 Skills Session
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Standard Afternoon
£2161-3
WEEKS
£1964-7
WEEKS
£1808-11
WEEKS
£16012-24
WEEKS
€1601-3
WEEKS
€1524-7
WEEKS
€1368-11
WEEKS
€12812-24
WEEKS
English for Everyday EA20
15h LONDON TUITION TIME A1MINIMUM
LEVEL18/20
SESSIONSPER WEEK
5h TUITION TIME
A2MINIMUM LEVEL
6SESSIONSPER WEEK
14.00 - 17.00 Focus on Speaking
16h 40m DUBLIN TUITION TIME
• Designed for professional people and other mature, motivated learners – minimum age 24
• Small groups of 5-8 students for greater personal attention and interaction with your teacher
• For confident communication and fluency in English and opportunity to network with other professionals from all over the world
• Add One-to-One sessions for a more personalised programme, faster progress and to concentrate on a particular skill, language area or work project
• If you choose an Intensive programme, you will have ‘FK Lunch Club’ once a week where an English speaker takes you and a small group to lunch allowing you the opportunity to speak English in this relaxed environment
Frances King Corporate Clients
We have taught employees from many Embassies and organisations including: ABC International Bank, Accenture, Agip, Alitalia, Al Jawaby Oil Services, Al Jazeerah, Barclays, BBC World Service, BHP Billiton, BOC Gases, Bosch, BP, Chanel, Citibank, Clarins, Daimler-Benz, Deloitte & Touche, Deutsche Bank, ENI, Glaxo-smith Kline, Gucci, IKEA, IBM, ING, Itochu Corporation, Kelloggs, KPMG, La Guardia di Finanza, Louis Vuitton, Lufthansa, Lukoil, Macpetrol, Mobil, Monsanto, Nestlé, Nikko Europe, Nomura Research, Novartis, Ogilvy & Mather, Pernod-Ricard, Renault Finance, Saatchi & Saatchi, Saipem, Samsung, Santander, Schweppes, Shell, Sie-mens, Sonangol, Swiss Bank Corporation, Unilever, Volvo.
English for Business and Professional People(London Only)
FOCUS ON SPEAKING
• The aim is to rapidly improve your speaking and listening
• Fluency and accuracy are developed through conversation, debates and projects around themes of popular interest
• Structured grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation input increase the range of your English and your teacher will help you reduce errors
• Sessions will include presentations and video and audio will be used
SKILLS SESSION Focus on language and skills for professional people. SKILLS MAY INCLUDE– Useful phrases for travel,
such as restaurants and hotels
– Small talk to network at conferences and meetings
– Understanding different accents
– Making your pronunciation sound more natural
– Writing clear, polite formal and informal emails
– Understanding emails, magazines and other documents
TOPICS SESSION
Extended practice of language and skills for English for professional people.
TOPICS MAY INCLUDE– Language for HR, Finance,
Marketing– Job interviews– Business case studies and
role plays– Presentations and pitches– Cultural differences in
business– Managing people in English– Special interests – negotiated
with the teacher
TASKS SESSION
Consolidate and stretch your learning with task-based activities.
TASKS MAY INCLUDE– Giving a talk or presentation– Planning and promoting an
event– Teaching someone a new skill– Inventing and marketing a
product– Producing an information
sheet– Writing and recording a
podcast – Storyboarding a promotion
video
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Group Size5-8 students.
AgeMinimum 24.
Start DatesEvery Monday. When Monday is a public holiday, courses begin on the following Tuesday. London: January 3; April 18; May 2, 30; August 29.
Session Hours50 minutes’ tuition and a 10 minute break.
50
50
50
50
FIND
OUT ABOUTAdd One-to-
One lessons at reduced prices
for individualised learning.
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Our standard programme in a smaller group for greater personal attention. Focus on communicative activities with structured input and English for Everyday skills sessions.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday
TUITION TIME
£360 £300 £276
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
Club 8 Standard
Our standard programme in a smaller group and extra One-to-One sessions for rapid progress and to focus on your individual needs.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day) 13.40 - 15.25 One-to-One Sessions Days by arrangement
Club 8 Standard and One-to-One
More intensive programme for rapid progress in a smaller group. Extra focus on communicative activities. ‘FK Lunch Club’ is included. Topics sessions focus on English for Work and at the end of the day there is a special task-based session - you and fellow students practise what you have learned earlier.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day) 13.40 - 14.30 Topics Session 14.35 - 15.25 Tasks Session Monday to Thursday
£450 £375 £345
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK FOR GROUP SESSIONS. ADD £55 PER ONE-TO-ONE SESSION.
Club 8 Intensive
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FK LU
NCH CLUBA light lunch
once a week in a small group
with an English speaker.
1-3 WEEKS
1-3 WEEKS
4-7 WEEKS
4-7 WEEKS
8-12 WEEKS
8-12 WEEKS
£360+ £300+ £276+1-3
WEEKS4-7
WEEKS8-12
WEEKS
Business and Professional People C20 Business and Professional People C28 Business and Professional People C22+
16h 40mTUITION TIME
B1MINIMUM LEVEL
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
23h 20mTUITION TIME
B1MINIMUM LEVEL
28SESSIONSPER WEEK
21h 30m- 33h 20m
TUITION TIMEB1MINIMUM
LEVEL22-40
SESSIONSPER WEEK
IELTS Examination Preparation• Designed for adults 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
• Practice examinations with feedback from your teacher
• Add One-to-One sessions to an Examination programme for faster progress and to concentrate on a particular skill, language area or further examination preparation
IELTS PREPARATION
• The aim is to improve your language and examination skills for success in the IELTS examination
• Fluency and accuracy are developed along with reading and writing skills
• Structured grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation input increase the range of your English and your teacher will help you reduce errors
FOCUS ON SPEAKING
• The aim is to rapidly improve your speaking and listening• Fluency and accuracy are developed through conversation, debates and projects around themes of popular interest• Structured grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation input increase the range of your English and your teacher will help you reduce errors• Sessions will include presentations and video and audio will be used • Skills sessions include useful
phrases, practical writing and listening practice
TOPICS SESSION Extended practice of language and skills for Everyday English.
TOPICS MAY INCLUDE– Entertainment and the Arts – Daily life (shopping, eating,
socialising etc.) – News and current affairs – Social media – Customs and events around
the world – Research and report on a
hobby or interest – Special interests - negotiated
with the teacher
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TASKS SESSION
Consolidate and stretch your learning with task-based activities.
TASKS MAY INCLUDE– Giving a talk or presentation– Planning and promoting an
event– Teaching someone a new skill– Inventing and marketing a
product– Producing an information
sheet– Writing and recording a
podcast– Storyboarding a promotion
video
FK LU
NCH CLUBA light lunch
once a week in a small group
with an English speaker.
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Group SizeAverage 12, Maximum 15.
AgeMinimum 16.
Start DatesIntensive with IELTS and Part-Time IELTS Every Monday. When Monday is a public holiday, courses begin on the following Tuesday. London: January 3; April 18; May 2, 30; August 29. Dublin: January 3; April 18; May 2; June 6; August 8; October 31.
Standard and Intensive IELTS London 8 weeks: January 3, 30; February 27; March 27; April 24; May 22; July 3; August 29; September 25; October 23 4 weeks: July 3, 31.
Standard and Intensive IELTS Dublin 8 weeks: January 3; February 27; May 22; August 28; October 23 4 weeks: July 3,31.
Examination dates: Dates are subject to change. You can check here: London: http://www.francesking.com/ school-of-english-london/programmes/ english-for-examinations Dublin: http://www.francesking.com/ school-of-english-dublin/programmes/ english-for-examinations
Session Hours50 minutes’ tuition and a 10 minute break.
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50
50
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OUT ABOUTAdd One-to-
One lessons at reduced prices
for individualised learning.
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Examination fees
See page 35
Notes
Intensive programme with flexible start dates and course length for students who need English for their studies with focus on communicative activities with structured input and extra preparation for the IELTS examination.
Focus on SpeakingSkills SessionLunch ClubIELTS Preparation
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day) 13.40 - 15.25 IELTS Preparation Monday to Thursday
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
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£338 £281 £2501-3
WEEKS
£3064-7
WEEKS8-11
WEEKS12-24
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€265 €235 €2201-3
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€2554-7
WEEKS8-11
WEEKS12-24
WEEKS
IELTS Preparation E128
Our standard IELTS preparation programme with focus on preparation for all aspects of the examination and English for Study skills sessions.
Exam PreparationLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 12.45 IELTS Preparation Monday to Friday
£225£2454 WEEKS 8 WEEKS
€190 €1704 WEEKS 8 WEEKS
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Standard IELTS
IELTS Preparation I20
Our most intensive IELTS preparation programme for rapid progress. At the end of the day there is a special task-based session when you and fellow students will practise what you have learned earlier.
Exam PreparationLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00-12.45 IELTS Preparation Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day) 13.40 - 14.30 Topics Session 14.35 - 15.25 Tasks Session Monday to Thursday
TUITION TIME
£306 £2814 WEEKS 8 WEEKS
€255 €2354 WEEKS 8 WEEKS
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Intensive IELTS
IELTS Preparation I28
23h 20mTUITION TIME
B1MINIMUM LEVEL
28SESSIONSPER WEEK
16h 40mTUITION TIME
B1MINIMUM LEVEL
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
23h 20mTUITION TIME
B1MINIMUM LEVEL
28SESSIONSPER WEEK
Flexible part-time IELTS preparation.
IELTS Preparation
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
13.40 - 15.25 Monday to Thursday
6h 40mTUITION TIME
B1MINIMUM LEVEL
8SESSIONSPER WEEK
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
IELTS Preparation Part-time Afternoon
€901-3
WEEKS
€854-7
WEEKS
€758-11
WEEKS
€7012-24
WEEKS
£1081-3
WEEKS
£984-7
WEEKS
£908-11
WEEKS
£8012-24
WEEKS
IELTS Preparation I8
• Designed for adults who need to prepare for examinations in English for future employment or want to attend an English-speaking university
• Preparation for success in Cambridge and Examinations and achieve an international certificate which proves your English level
• Practice examinations with feedback from your teacher
• Catch up examination sessions for students joining later in the programme
• Add One-to-One sessions to an Examination programme for faster progress and to concentrate on a particular skill, language area or further examination preparation
Cambridge Examination Preparation
FK LU
NCH CLUBA light lunch
once a week in a small group
with an English speaker.
EXAMINATION PREPARATION
• The aim is to improve your language and examination skills for success in your chosen examination
• You will focus on one of FCE or CAE
• Fluency and accuracy are developed along with reading and writing skills
• Structured grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation input increase the range of your English and your teacher will help you reduce errors
SKILLS SESSION
Focus on language and skills for English for Examinations.
SKILLS MAY INCLUDE– Academic reading and
writing skills– Participating in academic
discussions / seminars– Planning and writing essays
effectively– Techniques to improve
examination scores– Study and research skills– Note-taking for lectures– Summarising academic
texts in English
TOPICS SESSION
Extended practice of language and skills for English for Examinations.
TOPICS MAY INCLUDE
– Common academic topics such as globalisation, technology and design
– University life and culture– Research and report on your
area of study– Reading, listening and
thinking critically– Describing and analysing data– Social media English for
students– Special interests – negotiated
with the teacher
TASKS SESSION Consolidate and stretch your learning with task-based activities.
TASKS MAY INCLUDE– Giving a talk or presentation– Planning and promoting an
event– Teaching someone a new skill– Inventing and marketing a
product– Producing an information
sheet– Writing and recording a
podcast– Storyboarding a promotion
video
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OUT ABOUTAdd One-to-
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for individualised learning.
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Group SizeAverage 12, Maximum 15.
AgeMinimum 16.
Session hours50 minutes’ tuition and a 10 minute break.
Intensive Cambridge FCE or CAE Start Dates LondonThe complete programme is 8 weeks, starting on the following dates, but students can join the programme on any Monday during the first 5 weeks. FCE: January 16; April 10; October 16.
CAE: January 16; May 2; October 16. When Monday is a public holiday, courses begin on the following Tuesday: May 2
Intensive Summer Cambridge Start Dates London and Dublin FCE - July 3, 31 CAE - June 26; July 31When Monday is a public holiday, courses begin on the following Tuesday: May 2
Examination dates Dates are subject to change. You can check here: London: http://www.francesking.com/ school-of-english-london/programmes/ english-for-examinations Dublin: http://www.francesking.com/school-of-english-dublin/
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Summer standard programme with focus on preparation for all aspects of the Cambridge examinations and English for Study skills sessions.
Exam PreparationLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00-12.45 FCE/CAE Preparation Monday to Friday
TUITION TIMETUITION TIME TUITION TIME44 4
WEEKSWEEKS WEEKS
£2454 WEEKS
€1904 WEEKS
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Standard Summer Cambridge FCE or CAE
More intensive summer programme with thorough preparation for all aspects of the Cambridge examinations and extra English for Study skills and topics sessions.
Exam PreparationLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00-12.45 FCE/CAE Preparation Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day) 13.40 - 14.30 Topics Session 14.35 - 15.25 Tasks Session Monday to Thursday
£306 4 WEEKS
€2554 WEEKS
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Intensive Summer Cambridge FCE or CAE
Cambridge Preparation SFCE20/SCAE20 Cambridge Preparation SFCE28/SCAE28
(London only) Intensive programme focusing on spoken English and structured input and preparation for all aspects of the Cambridge examinations.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubExamination Preparation
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day) 13.40 - 15.25 FCE/CAE Preparation Monday to Thursday
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
Intensive Cambridge FCE or CAE
£3064-7
WEEKS
£2818
WEEKS
Cambridge Preparation FCE 28/CAE 28
16h 40mTUITION TIME
23h 20mTUITION TIME
23h 20mTUITION TIME
B2MINIMUM LEVEL
B1MINIMUM LEVEL
B2MINIMUM LEVEL
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
28SESSIONSPER WEEK
28SESSIONSPER WEEK C1 C1
FCE CAE
FCE CAEC1
• These programmes allow you to achieve fluency for your future work or study through a long period of immersion in the English language
• Longer term programmes, 25 weeks, tailored to your specific needs
• Ideal for students taking a ‘Gap’ year in their work or studies
• Take holidays during your studies to travel around Ireland, the UK and Europe
• Students can also choose IELTS, FCE and CAE examination preparation programmes when available
FOCUS ON SPEAKING
• The aim is to rapidly improve your speaking and listening
• Fluency and accuracy are developed through conversation, debates and projects around themes of popular interest
• Structured grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation input increase the range of your English and your teacher will help you reduce errors
• Sessions will include presentations and video and audio will be used
SKILLS SESSION
Depending on your chosen programme you will focus on language and skills for Everyday English, English for Study or English for Work.
SKILLS MAY INCLUDE– Useful phrases for travel,
such as restaurants and hotels
– Writing informal emails – Producing a professional
looking CV – Understanding and partici-
pating in meetings – Reading, listening and
thinking critically – Academic reading and
writing skills
TOPICS SESSION
Depending on your chosen programme you will focus on extended practice of language and skills for Everyday English, English for Study or English for Work.
TOPICS MAY INCLUDE– Entertainment and the Arts– News and current affairs– Job interviews– Cultural differences in
business– Describing and analysing data– University life and culture
Academic Year Programmes
EXAM
PREPARATION Choose IELTS, FCE and CAE Examination
preparation at no extra cost.*
*Depends on programme booked and availability.
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FK LUNCH CLUB
A light lunch once a week in a small group
with an English speaker. Available with Intensive +
Programmes
Our basic long term programme for students who wish to achieve fluency for their work or study, focussing on spoken English with structured language input.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday
£17525-52
WEEKS
25-52 WEEKS
€150
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Standard
Our most intensive long term programme for rapid progress for students who wish to achieve fluency for their work or study. ‘FK Lunch Club’ is included. At the end of the day there is a special task-based session when you and fellow students will practise what you have learned earlier.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking 11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day) 13.40 - 14.30 Topics Session 14.35 - 15.25 Tasks Session Monday to Thursday
A2
MONDAY TO FRIDAY
£219
€200
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Intensive
Economy price for long term for students who wish to achieve fluency for their work or study, focussing on spoken English with structured language input.
Focus on SpeakingLunch ClubSkills SessionTopics SessionTasks Session
LONDON TIMETABLE
DUBLIN TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
13.40 - 14.30 Topics Session 14.35 - 15.25 Tasks Session Monday to Thursday 15.40 - 17.30 Focus on Speaking Monday to Friday
13.00 - 14.00 Skills Session 14.00 - 17.00 Focus on Speaking Monday to Friday
A1
£140
€120
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Standard Afternoon
Group SizeAverage 12, Maximum 15.
AgeMinimum 16.
Start DatesWhen Monday is a public holiday, courses begin on the following Tuesday. London: January 3; April 18; May 2, 30; August 29. Dublin: January 3; April 18; May 2; June 6; August 8; October 31.
Session Hours50 minutes’ tuition and a 10 minute break.
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50
50
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OUT ABOUTAdd One-to-
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for individualised learning.
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25-52 WEEKS
25-52 WEEKS
25-52 WEEKS
25-52 WEEKS
Academic Year Programmes AY20 Academic Year Programmes AY28 Academic Year Programmes AYA20
16h 40mTUITION TIME
23h 20mTUITION TIME
A1MINIMUM LEVEL A2MINIMUM
LEVEL A1MINIMUM LEVEL
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
28SESSIONSPER WEEK
18/20SESSIONSPER WEEK
15h LONDON 16h 40m DUBLIN
TUITION TIME
TUITION TIME
• These programmes are listed on the ILEP register and allow students to apply for an 8 month Work & Study Visa in Ireland
• Programmes are for non-EEA students only.
• With this visa, students can work for between 20 and 40 hours per week depending on the time of the year
• These programmes allow you to achieve fluency for your future work or study through a long period of immersion in the English language
• Longer term programmes, minimum 25 weeks, tailored to your specific needs
• Monthly tutorials check you progress and provide you with personal guidance to improve your studies
• All levels from beginners available
FOCUS ON SPEAKING
• The aim is to rapidly improve your speaking and listening
• Fluency and accuracy are developed through conversation, debates and projects around themes of popular interest
• Structured grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation input increase the range of your English and your teacher will help you reduce errors
• Sessions will include presentations and video and audio will be used
SKILLS SESSION
Depending on your chosen programme you will focus on language and skills for Everyday English, English for Study or English for Work.
SKILLS MAY INCLUDE– Useful phrases for travel,
such as restaurants and hotels
– Writing informal emails – Producing a professional
looking CV– Understanding and
participating in meetings– Reading, listening and
thinking critically– Academic reading and
writing skills
Work & Study Visa Programmes(Dublin Only)
PROG
RAMME PRICE INCLUDES
STUD
ENT SUPPORT
• Free Learner Protection Insurance• Free end-of-course
TIE exam
• Our staff will provide you with helpful information on finding accommodation and a job
• Take part in our afternoon curriculum vitae workshop
• 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 here: http://www.francesking.com/school-of-english-dublin
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PROG
RAMME PRICE INCLUDES
STUD
ENT SUPPORT
Our basic long term programme for students who wish to achieve fluency for their work or study, focussing on spoken English with structured language input.
Focus on SpeakingSkills Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 11.50 Focus on Speaking11.55 - 12.45 Skills Session Monday to Friday
WEEKS
€13625
WEEKS
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Standard
Group SizeAverage 12, Maximum 15.
AgeMinimum 18.
Start DatesWhen Monday is a public holiday, courses begin on the following Tuesday. Dublin: April 18; May 2; June 6; August 8; October 31.
Session Hours50 minutes’ tuition and a 10 minute break50
50
50
50
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OUT ABOUT
Notes
Add One-to-One lessons at reduced prices
for individualised learning.
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Economy price for long term students who wish to achieve fluency for their work or study, focussing on spoken English with structured language input.
Focus on SpeakingSkills Session
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
13.00 - 14.00 Skills Session 14.00 - 17.00 Focus on Speaking Monday to Friday
WEEKS
€10825
WEEKS
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Standard Afternoon
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Work & Study Visa Programmes WS20 Work & Study Visa Programmes WSA20
16h 40mTUITION TIME
A1MINIMUM LEVEL16h 40m
TUITION TIMEA1MINIMUM
LEVEL20
SESSIONSPER WEEK
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
• Suitable for anyone that wants a personal intensive focus on their learning. 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 lessons can be arranged for two friends, colleagues or family members of the same level that wish to study together.
One-to-One and One-to-Two Programmes
FK LU
NCH CLUBA light lunch
once a week in a small group
with an English speaker.
OUR ONE-TO-ONE CENTRE
In London, tuition takes place in our dedicated executive centre. There are 6 One-to-One teaching rooms arranged around a student area. In Dublin, tuition takes place in the main building. Facilities and services include:
• Computer access• Wireless Internet• TV, newspapers and
magazines • Help with planning your free
time in London or Dublin• Social events including dinner
with a teacher
ONE-TO-TWO PROGRAMMES
These programmes are for two friends, colleagues or family members with the same level of English who wish to study together.
WEEKENDS AND OUT OF HOURS
We are able to arrange One-to-One and One-to-Two lessons at weekends and out of normal school hours both at school and other central London and Dublin addresses such as a hotel or office. T
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One-to-One and One-to-Two Programmes
Standard programme for students that want to concentrate on their specific needs and improve their English quickly.
One-to-One sessionsLunch Cub
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 13.00 or by arrangement Monday to Friday
START DATES
Any Monday
€1,06020
SESSIONS
£1,30020
SESSIONS
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Standard
Age (adults): Minimum 16.
Age (children): Minimum 6. A guardian or sibling age 16 or over must either take a programme or wait at the school. Children must be accompanied to and from the school by a parent/guardian.
Session Hours50 minutes’ tuition and a 10 minute break.
When Monday is a public holiday, courses begin on the following Tuesday. London: January 3; April 18; May 2, 30; August 29. Dublin: January 3; April 18; May 2; June 6; August 8; October 31.
50
50
50
Notes
Our most intensive programme. Ideal for students that need to make rapid progress in a short time. The programme allows you to cover more or specialise.
One-to-One sessionsLunch Club
TIMETABLE
PROGRAMME FACTS
9.00 - 12.45 and 13.40-14.30 Monday to Friday 12.45 - 13.40 Lunch Club (one day)
SESSIONSPER WEEK
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER WEEK
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER WEEK
Intensive
• Choose this option if you want to add a few lessons of 1-1 to another programme. Use the time to work on the areas you want to improve most or for extra examination focus
• Special prices when you book 5 or more lessons per week
• Lessons, times, length and start dates are all by arrangement
£70/session. £55/session for 5 or more 1-1 sessions / week when you book a group programme for the same week
€55/session. €50/session for 5 or more 1-1 sessions / week when you book a group programme for the same week
LONDON FEE IN GB £ PER SESSION
DUBLIN FEE IN € PER SESSION
Flexitime One-to-One & One-to-Two
START DATES
Any Monday
OR BY ARRANGEMENT
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€1,50030
SESSIONS
50
£1,65030
SESSIONS
One-to-One Programmes 120 One-to-One Programmes 130 One-to-One Programmes 101 121
WEEKS16h 40mTUITION TIME
A1MINIMUM LEVEL
20SESSIONSPER WEEK
24hTUITION TIME
A1MINIMUM LEVEL
30SESSIONSPER WEEK
AccommodationChoosing 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
• 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
• Quality, serviced accommodation for young working people and professionals
• Your own apartment or share with other Frances King students
• The comforts of a hotel with private bathrooms and cooking facilities
• Excellent locations near our schools in London and Dublin - easy journeys by public transport or walking distance
• 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 a shared kitchen
Homestay Student Residences
Studios andApartments Flatshare
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• Our 3, 4 and 5 star hotels, offering breakfast every day, are carefully selected to offer good value and quality and are close to our schools in London and Dublin. Prices may vary seasonally depending on the time of year.
Hotels
Homestay• 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
• 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
• Internet access is usually available but please ask us when you book to be sure
London Dublin
• For professionals and students - special care in luxurious homes located in prime parts of our cities
• Private bathroom facilities
• For young professionals and students – superior homes in excellent areas
• Shared or private bathroom facilities
• For all students – good homes in pleasant areas with kind hosts
• Shared bathroom facilities
• Suitable for students on a budget who would like to be independent
• Live with friendly local people – no meals included but you have access to a kitchen
• Shared bathroom facilities
London: Zone 1, 2Dublin: mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, & South County Dublin
London: Zone 1, 2Dublin: mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12 & South County Dublin
London: Zone 1, 2 (and zone 3 from June-September)Dublin: mainly Dublin 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, 14, 16, 18 & South County Dublin
London: Zone 3Dublin: mainly 2, 4, 6, 6W, 12, 14, 16, 18 & South County Dublin
LOCATION LOCATION
LOCATION
LOCATION
PRICE PRICE
PRICE
PRICE
London £ per week per person London £ per week per person
London £ per week per person
London £ per week per person
Dublin € per week per person Dublin € per week per person
Dublin € per week per person
• London Special Offer for Zone 3 (January 1-June 10 and September 16-December 31)
Dublin € per week per person
£260 £191
£158
£241
£136
€280 €230
€195
£175
£294 £163
£143
£201
€260 €215
€185
£220
£179A13 Single Bed
and Breakfast
A7Single Bed
and Breakfast
A2Single Bed
and Breakfast
A10 Single
Half-Board
A1 Single
Self-catering
D8 Single
Half-Board
D1 Single
Half-BoardD5
Single Half-Board
D4 Single
Self-catering
A14 Single
3-Dinner Plan
A8 Twin Bed and
Breakfast
A3 Twin Bed and
Breakfast
A11 Twin
Half-Board
£199
£179
£172
£151
A5 Single Half-Board
B5 Single Half-Board
A6 Twin Half-Board
B6 Twin Half-Board
D9Twin
Half-Board
D2 Twin
Half-BoardD6
Twin Half-Board
A9 Single
4-Dinner Plan
A4 Single
4-Dinner Plan
£143 £124 £158
B2Single Bed
and Breakfast
B3 Twin Bed and
Breakfast
B4 Single
4-Dinner Plan
Deluxe **** Premium *** Standard ** Private Home**
(1) Private bathroom in Premium Homestays: supplement £45 / €30 per room, per week.
(2) Internet access available in most homestays, but must be requested at time of booking.
Key to Frances King Quality Rating
Standard Premium Deluxe
*********Key to Meal Plan
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.
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Accommodation in London Student residences, Studios, Apartments and Flatshares for age 18 and over
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
Buck
ingh
am P
alac
e Ro
ad
The Mall
Whitehall
Strand
Fleet Street
Gower Street
Tottenham Court Road
Regent SquarePark Lane
Piccadilly
Oxford Street
Marylebone H
igh Street
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 – Kensington
FRANCES KING ACCOMMODATION
1 Mansion Chelsea2 Pure Hammersmith3 The Curve4 London Solutions5 Chelsea Cloisters6 Citadines
• Modern, student residence – high quality, compact studios and twin rooms, suitable for students and young professionals
• Located in King’s Rd 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 with Gym, Cinema and Study Room
• 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. Games and study rooms and gym.
• Located in now fashionable east London, near cool shopping areas, Brick Lane and Spitalfields market
Zone 1, Sloane Square. About 15 minutes’ walk to Frances King, 10 minutes by bus.
Zone 2, Hammersmith. About 15 minutes by underground to Frances King.
Zone 1, Aldgate East. About 25 minutes by underground to Frances King.
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
PRICE/WEEK/PERSON PRICE/WEEK/PERSON PRICE/WEEK/PERSON
MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY
1 week, all year 1 week, all year 1 week, summer only
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)
£415 £345 £295£255 £255
A301Single Studio:
A306Single Studio:
A360Single Studio:
A302Twin room:
A302Twin share:
2 Pure Hammersmith *** 3 The Curve ***1 Mansion Chelsea ***
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FACILITIES
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
FACILITIES
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
FACILITIES
SHARED KITCHEN WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
• Attractively designed, self-catering serviced studios and 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, suitable for professionals
• 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
• Opportunity to meet other young people aged 18-30 – students, travellers and working people
• Modern, stylish, self-catering serviced studios and 1 bed apartments, suitable for professionals
• Located in Kensington, near fashionable restaurants, cafes and bars and a short walk to Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens and world-famous museums
• Frances King guests have free use of coffee machine, laundry and gym
Zone 1, South Kensington, 15 minutes’ walk to Frances King
Zones 1 and 2, in pleasant areas of central London, 15-20 minutes by underground to Frances King
Zone 1, Gloucester Road, less than 5 minutes’ walk to Frances King
LOCATIONLOCATION LOCATION
PRICE/NIGHT/APARTMENTPRICE/WEEK/PERSON PRICE/NIGHT/APARTMENT
MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITYMINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY
1 week, all year2 weeks, all year 1 week, all year
Prices are for bookings of 7 nights or more, 1-6 night prices on request
Prices are for bookings of 7 nights or more, 1-6 night prices on request
£199 £160£108£139 £231£148 £203
A501Single Studio:
A910Studio:
A410Studio:
A502Twin room:
A9121 Bed
Apartment
A4111 Bed
Apartment
A4122 Bed
Apartment
Key to Frances King Quality Rating
BudgetStandard Premium Deluxe
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Frances King Schools and Accommodation
1 Mansion Chelsea2 Pure Hammersmith3 The Curve4 London Solutions5 Chelsea Cloisters6 Citadines
AccommodationFacilities Fee, one payment: £70 per person or £120 per apartment or for 2 people booking together.We 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.
5 Chelsea Cloisters *** 4 London Solutions Flatshares * 6 Citadines ****
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FACILITIES
SHARED KITCHEN WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
FACILITIES
PRIVATE KITCHEN WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
FACILITIES
PRIVATE KITCHEN WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
Frances King – Kensington Programmes for adults all year
Accommodation in Dublin Residences, Flatshares, Studios and Apartments for age 18 and over
• Modern, student residence with single rooms for independent living
• Prime central location, surrounded by Dublin’s best bars, cafes, restaurants and shops
Dublin 2: 20 minutes’ walk to Frances King
LOCATION
PRICE/WEEK/PERSON:
• Utilities included
€290
D601Single Room:
3 Aungier Street ***
• Popular half-board residence with twin rooms shared with other young people of the same sex
• Study and TV rooms, free refreshments available all day
Dublin 2: 10 minutes’ walk to Frances King
LOCATION
PRICE/WEEK/PERSON:
• Food allergies can be catered for• Two people of the same sex coming together
can request to share the same room
€280
D302Twin room:
1 Baggot Street **
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• Budget flatshares in comfortable apartments and houses
• Suitable for students on a budget who want to meet other people and live independently
Multiple prime locations in the city centre with good transport connections to Frances King
LOCATION
PRICE/WEEK/PERSON:
MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY
1 week, summer only1 week, all year 1 week, all year
• Triples and quadruple rooms available• Private bathroom available on request
at an extra charge
€230 €180
D501Single Room:
D502Twin room:
2 Budget Flatshares *
FACILITIES
HALF BOARD WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
FACILITIES
SELF CATERING WI-FI SHARED
BATHROOM
FACILITIES
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
• Luxurious serviced 1,2,3 bedroom apartments and houses in excellent areas close to the school
• Perfect for families and groups of friends
Multiple locations, all within walking distance of Frances King and Dublin city centre
LOCATION
from €745 from €880 from €1090
D9021 bedroom
(1-3 people):
D9032 bedrooms (2-4 people):
D9043 bedrooms (3-6 people):
Frances King Schools and Accommodation
• Prices are for minimum occupancy. A charge of €90 per week applies for each additional occupant
• Prices may vary depending on duration of stay and time of the year
5 Serviced Apartments ***
• Modern, attractively designed serviced apartments with spacious living area shared with other Frances King students
• Suitable for friends, couples and individuals
Exclusive locations in South Dublin, 15-20 minutes walk to Frances King
LOCATION
PRICE/WEEK/PERSON:
• Utilities included• Bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and living
areas are cleaned every weekend• All rooms have double beds
€395 €280€365 €250
D201Single
occupancy, private bathroom
D203Double
occupancy, private bathroom
D202Single
occupancy, shared bathroom
D204Double
occupancy, shared bathroom
6 Serviced Apartments shared with Frances King students ***
PRICE/WEEK/APARTMENT:
• High quality self-contained studios offering single, double and twin beds
• Suitable for couples, friends coming together and professionals
Multiple locations, all within walking distance of Frances King and Dublin city centre
LOCATION
PRICE/WEEK/STUDIO:
• Price is for minimum occupancy. A charge of €90 per week applies for each additional occupant
• Prices vary depending on duration of stay, time of the year and standard of the studios
from €570
D901Studio:
4 Serviced Studios ***
Frances King – Merrion Square Programmes for adults all year
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MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY MINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITYMINIMUM STAY AND AVAILABILITY
1 week, all year 1 week, summer only 1 week, all year
Key to Frances King Quality Rating
BudgetStandard Premium
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FACILITIES
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
FACILITIES
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
FACILITIES
SELF CATERING WI-FI PRIVATE
BATHROOM
1 Baggot Street2 Budget Flat-Shares3 Aungier Street4 Serviced Studios5 Serviced Apartments 6 Serviced Apartments Shared with Frances King Students
AccommodationFacilities Fee, one payment: €70 per person or €120 per apartment or for 2 people booking together. We can also offer a range of 3 and 4 star hotels.
Our other programmes
FAMILY PROGRAMMES IN LONDON AND DUBLIN
English 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.
LONDON TEENAGER PROGRAMMES
English language programmes and activities in superb, self-contained residential campus in Kensington, central London, for ages 12-17.
Choose between
Day School
Residential Programme
DUBLIN TEENAGER PROGRAMMES
English language programmes and activities for teenagers in the beautiful coastal village of Dalkey, Dublin with excellent homestay accommodation all within walking distance of the school, for ages 12-17.
Choose between
Day School
Homestay Programme
DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMME
Secondary school programme in a Dublin school, benefitting from the excellent Irish education system living with a host family, for ages 12-18.
For more information please go to www.francesking.com or contact [email protected]
GROUPS
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]
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How to Enrol
Extra Information
What is NOT included: medical, travel and course insurance, airport transfers, bank charges, exam-ination fees, travel, excursions and some other social activities. Students must buy course books for Examination Preparation courses as directed by their teachers: London: Cambridge: £25, IELTS: £35. Dublin: Cambridge: €35 and IELTS: €35. Supplementary materials are included.
What is included: placement test and assessment, ‘Welcome Pack’, school certificates, use of Study Centres (normal opening hours 12.00-17.30) and some social activities. For academic/Career Programmes in London an examination fee.
What is included
What is NOT included
London Dublin
IELTS £180 €210
Cambridge FCE: £145 FCE: €190 CAE: £150 CAE: €195
4 week programmes: we will reserve a place for you when you book a course.
5-8 week programmes: register in Frances King reception in London during the first week of your course.
Examination fees:
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Holiday LONDON DUBLIN BOTH There are no classes for 2 weeks from December 18-29, except for the Christmas Course and Family Programme in London. In 2018 the schools will open again on Tuesday, January 2.
From/to For 1-3 people
Single transfer for 4-7 people
From/to For 1-3 people
Single transfer for 4-7 people
Heathrow
£95 single, £180 return
£120 London City Airport
£95 single, £180 return
£125
Gatwick £115 single, £215 return
£160 London Railway Stations
£80 single, £150 return
£110
Stansted/Luton
£140 single, £270 return
£160
From/to Single Transfer for 1-2 people
Single Transfer for 3-5 people
€75
€140
London Airports and Stations Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport
Transfer fees
2
1
25 26
1714
Transfers are to and from accommodation arranged by the school and for people travelling to the same address
Go to our website for more information. You can apply online or download an application form and send it by email, or post. You can also find details of our terms and conditions.
Email: [email protected] [email protected]
Tel: Dublin: +353 (0) 1 486 6000 London: +44 (0) 20 7870 6533
Live Chat: Go to our website for live chat www.francesking.com
Frances King School of English is accredited by The British Council for the teaching of English as a Foreign Language.
Frances King School of English is recognised by ACELS, a service of Quality and Qualifications Ireland, for English language teaching.
Frances King is a member of Quality English, the organisation of leading independent English language schools.
We are members of English UK, the organisation of accredited teaching establishments.
Our sister school in London provides school leavers and university graduates with the skills employers are looking for.www.questprofessional.co.uk
Frances King is also a member of IALC,the International Association of Language Centres.
Educational Tour Operator
Our school in London is also accredited by The British Council, inspected by the ISI and a member of EnglishUK.
Our school in Dublin is also recognised by ACELS.
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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