Study English in the Summer Holidays
Summer - from 13 June to 29 August
For all students (from 10 years old)
Belaf has over 20 years of experience working with a number of schools with teaching and supervision of the highest standards, particularly those situated in the pleasant seaside resort of Bournemouth town, a few minutes from the beach, the school has modern, well equipped classrooms, an excellent team of teachers and a dynamic director.
Belaf summer vacation courses include:
- 15 hours of lessons per week in school
- text books and education material
- full day excursion per week
- programme of sports and leisure activities each week including entrance fees
- supervision by local representative throughout stay
- full board in carefully selected family
- certificate of attendance and progress report
As an educational travel agent specialising in language study holidays with 30 years experience we can offer a wide range of courses and holiday activities to suit the individual student (e.g. riding, tennis, golf, residential summer camps etc).
We also organise school group visits tailored to suit the teacher’s requirements.
Choice of Courses and Locations
- Southbourne (for 10+ year olds)
- Language and Activity Holidays, Cork, Ireland (for 11 to 18 year olds)
- Kings Summer Camps: Edinburgh, Reading and Shrewsbury (students 10+)
- Kings School, Bournemouth or London (for 14 to 18 years, and 16 to 25 years)
- Kings School, Oxford (students from 16+)
- Bristol International House (students 12+)
- Instituto Hemingway, Bilbao, SPAIN (for 15 to 19 year olds)
The Schools
- Kings School, Oxford
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Kings Oxford is famous for its high academic standards and prestigious university foundation course. The school also has an excellent reputation for IELTS preparation and is one of the largest IELTS testing centres in England. The school itself is situated in a pretty residential area of Oxford only 10 minutes by bus from Oxford City Centre. Kings Oxford combines modern and spacious classrooms with charming historical features.
The school offers excellent facilities including a computer centre, self-access study centre, free internet, large restaurant and student centre, library, private study rooms, lecture hall and games room. Host family accommodation is available all year and the majority of students can walk to school from their host family. Residential accommodation (in a university student residence) is available in the summer. Airport transfers are available from all London airports. In addition there are excellent bus and train connections to central London and the airports.
- Kings School, Bournemouth
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Bournemouth is an exciting and cosmopolitan university town and holiday resort on the south coast of England only 2 hours from central London. Bournemouth is famous for its long sandy beaches, beautiful public gardens and vibrant international atmosphere. The town offers an excellent selection of restaurants, coffee shops, clubs, pubs, bars and shops. Bournemouth provides easy access to the beautiful coastline of southern England and to the New Forest, Bath, Oxford, Salisbury, Stonehenge, Winchester and Brighton. Kings School Bournemouth, accredited by the British Council, is open all year and is situated in a smart residential area only 5 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth town centre.
The school offers year-round courses for adults and also summer holiday courses for students aged 14+. In addition to general English courses, Kings offers exam preparation and Business English courses. Classes are small with normally 12-15 students per class. Students can choose between homestay and residential accommodation. The school has a study centre, 2 restaurants, free email and internet, sports facilities and holds regular sports and social events.
- Kings School, London
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Kings London is situated in Beckenham, an elegant and green suburb of south-east London only 15 -20 minutes by train from central London. Kings London is a welcoming school which combines a relaxed atmosphere with excellent teaching and high academic standards. The school has a high proportion of long-term students and an excellent nationality mix.
The school has a large and attractive garden, a cafeteria and internet facilities (broadband and wi-fi) and is only 2 minutes’ walk from a sports centre and library. One of the UK’s largest shopping centres is a short bus ride from the school. Kings London has an excellent selection of host families and the majority of students can walk to school. Airport transfers are available from all London airports. In addition there are excellent bus and train connections to central London and the airports.
- International House, Bristol
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Bristol is the largest city in South-West England and home to a vibrant cultural scene. Its famous univerisity attracts a large student population catered for by numerous restaurants, music venues, theatres, art gallieries and beautiful parks.
Bristol's a safe and friendly place with a long and colourful history. It's got two universities, so it's a youthful, dynamic city. It's easy to get to the coast from Bristol but also London (only 90 mins by train!).
There are several festivals in Bristol including Europe's biggest free music festival and one of Britain's most famous street carnivals in the St. Paul's area. There's also a world-famous balloon fiesta.International House is situated in a beautiful street in Clifton, Bristol's most desirable area. It is a short walk from the centre and easily reachable by public transport.
The Language Project offers a great selection of courses including General English, Work Placement courses, English Exam courses and some excellent Junior Summer courses. - Leeds Languages, Leeds
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Leeds Languages is a British Council accredited private language school based in the centre of Leeds, a vibrant city at the heart of England.
The beautiful Yorkshire Dales are just minutes away, including Ilkley Moor, Haworth and scores of scenic towns and villages. For those who prefer the city life, Leeds has just about everything you could want.
There are over 200 bars and restaurants in the city centre alone, catering for all tastes from Spanish and Italian to Chinese, Thai and traditional English food. There are 3 cinema complexes, 3 theatres, Leeds United Football Club, Leeds Rhinos rugby league, ten-pin bowling, 5 art galleries, museums to suit all interests, and an international swimming pool. On average rent, food and drink are anything between 20-60% cheaper than London and the South-East. - Cork English College, Cork
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Cork English College is located in the centre of Cork City, on the banks of the River Lee. Cork is Ireland's second city and capital of the ancient province of Munster. It is a small city with a population of 150,000 and a compact city centre. Yet, is has all the facilities of a modern city, as befits its status as the commercial, cultural and political capital of the South.
Cork is located on the South Coast and is accessible through Cork international Airport and Ferryport as well as through an excellent Bus and Rail Network departing from all major Irish Cities. It is you ideal base for learning English and exploring Ireland and its culture.
Cork English College offers a wide range of English courses for student aged 16+ including:
General English, Intensive General English, General Business English, Intensive Business English, Cambridge Exam Preparation , General Combination English Course, Intensive Combination English Course and One - to - One. Also offered are Business Plus Programme s, Teacher Refresher Courses, Aviation English Programme - ICAO , Military English Programme - STANAG and Work Experience Courses
- Southbourne School of English, Bournemouth
- Southbourne School is a family-run business founded in 1966. It occupies purpose-built premises situated in the middle of a typical English suburb with only a ten-minute walk away from the sea. The school is open all year and caters for students of all ages, levels and nationalities. It provides an informal, friendly atmosphere in which to study.
- Kings Summer Camps,
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There are 4 excellent Residential Summer camps to chose from throughout the UK.
Farringtons School (London)
Moreton Hall (Wales)
Pangbourne College (Reading)
Warwick College (Warwick)
Each has exceptional facilities and a wide range of sports and activities. Specialist activities are available at each Camp as shown below.
These Camps are ideal for younger teenagers looking for learning and fun in secure, self-contained surrounding.
Each Summer Camp provide:
- 20 lessons per week (15 hours) in international classes
- One full-day excursion per week including entrance fees (if applicable)
- One half-day excursion per week including entrance fees (if applicable)
- Weekly 3/4 –day shopping trip
- Fantastic sports and activity programme including evening activities
- Residential accommodation in single, twin, triple or multi-bedded rooms
- Weekly laundry
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening snack)
- Test on arrival and regular progress tests
- Syllabus and course certificates linked to the Common European Framework
- Teaching materials, Kings study file and use of course books
- Email / Internet access at least 3 times per week
- Full supervision with a staff: student ratio of 1:10.
- 1 group leaders’ place per 12 students.
- The English Studio, London
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Accredited by the British Council, The English Language Studio in central London offers a range of high-quality English courses at affordable rates. The level of teaching is excellent with highly qualified and experienced English teachers. Lessons are always fun and the social programme will show you the very best of London! There is a choice of long and short-term English courses and an excellent Summer Course for children aged 12-18 years old.