Explore where English can take you

Explore where English can take you.

Your journey of discovery starts here.

On a Kings Discovery Programme you will develop your English skills in an exciting new location while having amazing new experiences.

You’ll discover the world and your own true potential.

Is this course for me?

This course is ideal for young adults seeking to enhance their English skills and enjoy new experiences in one of 4 fantastic destinations in the UK.
Students will improve their proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening—the four core language skills.
For students enrolled in the Intensive Course, there is a special opportunity to further develop their English abilities through various specialized subjects suchas Business, Culture, Art, and more.
Through complete immersion in an English-speaking country, students will acquire knowledge and build confidence.
The Discovery Programme includes a variety of exciting social activities and one full-day excursion per week, as well as all meals.

Key facts

Locations:
Bournemouth
Brighton
London
Oxford
Start dates:
Every Monday (except beginners who start on the first Monday of each month)

Length:
2 – 12 weeks
Lessons per week:
20 (15 hours) or 28 (21 hours)
Minimum entry level:
Kings Level 1 (Beginner)
If a Beginners level group is not available to join, students will be offered 8 hours per week of one-to-one lessons until they can join a suitable class

Maximum class size:
14
Minimum age:
16 (ideal for students aged 16 – 19)

General English

20 lessons (15 hours) per week of general English

Students focus on improving their English across the 4 key skill areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening

Each week, classes will be designed around a specific topic and students will build their understanding of the language and learn how to use their skills through the following areas: linguistic resource and awareness; communication skills; study skills; cultural and personal development skills.

28 lessons (21 hours) per week total — 20 lessons general English + 8 lessons Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
In the afternoons, students will take Special Interest Group (SIG) lessons. They can choose from a number of different options based on their interests and language learning goals.
Example classes include: Legal English; Business Fluency; IELTS Exam Preparation; Cambridge Exam Preparation; Discussion skills; Survival English; and many more options.

From just £645 per person, per week (depending on location)

All this is included in the price.

20 or 28 lessons per week (15 or 21 hours)
Welcome information pack
Course material
Placement test on arrival, weekly assignments, group participation and progress tests
Use of computer learning centre
Free Wi-Fi at school
End of school certificate (90% or higher attendance required)
One full day excursion per week
At least two afternoon or evening activities per week
Full access to school social programme
Host family, single room with full-board meals (breakfast and dinner with host family 7 days per week; lunches provided by school cafeteria Monday – Friday and host family at weekends, or by host family every day depending on location)
Optional residence upgrade: single room and full board included, details dependent on location.

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