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Cambridge Examination FCE

Cavendish School of English
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Course description

Our Examination courses are ideal for students wishing to achieve a qualification in English over a 4 - 12 weeks period..

Our Cambridge Examination course comprises 20 General English lessons AM + 5 Intensive English PM + 4 Free conversation lessons on Fridays

1 lesson is 45 minutes. Maximum class size is 8 or 12 students, depending on package booked.
Lesson times are Monday to Thursday from 8:45 to 13:00 plus our conversation club on Fridays. If more than 20 lessons per week have been booked lessons will continue in the afternoons from 13:30. Conversation Club is every Friday for 4 lessons (3 hours). In our Conversation Club you will sit together with other students and teachers and have an informal conversation, together with a cup of coffee or tea and some biscuits. You can ask your teacher anything about your lessons - maybe you didn't understand something during your regular lesson - or you can have a political discussion with your fellow students - of course all in English. Our Conversation Club is about using what you have learned throughout the week. Our Conversation Club is voluntary but very popular.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
29 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
14 Dec 2024 - 02 Jan 2025

Cavendish School of English does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
08:45 AM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Bournemouth.

Class size

Average 7 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 28 years old
(22 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Cavendish School of English is very proud of the high standards of our English language courses that we offer. All of our teachers are qualified professionals who are also very friendly and approachable, and really want to help you make the most of your time at our language school.

We strive to ensure that our students are happy and relaxed. Getting to know each student by their name regardless of the group size is a priority for us. We are a family-run business with 6 family members actively involved with the day-to-day running of the school and we personally take responsibility for each student. We also have a Welfare Officer who is entirely dedicated to looking after Cavendish students.

Established in 1983, we have over 35 years of experience in teaching English to foreign students.

Year opened
1983
Number of classrooms
30

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
Over 50%
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
Over 50%

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Cavendish School of English varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 28. In the summer, the average age is 22.

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
14 Dec 2024 - 02 Jan 2025

School location

Cavendish School of English is situated in three elegant Victorian buildings in a beautiful leafy suburb of Bournemouth, on the south coast of England. The charming three-storey buildings and gardens have recently been modernised and refurbished, and are the ideal location for students to study in a relaxed, friendly and informal atmosphere.

The quiet, residential area where the school is located offers a safe and peaceful studying environment.

The town centre is only 5 minutes away by foot. The many attractions of Bournemouth including the famous golden beaches and entertaining nightlife are also very close by.

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reviews

Reviews

50% recommend

based on 2 reviews
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4 stars
1
3 stars
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"It was ok but a bit unorganized"

Gerhard Graf, student from Switzerland

some teachers are very committed with a high level of energy and try their best for supporting us in our learning process;

Impression: teachers are left alone from administration and other teaching colleagues

I am not sure to recommend the school for others

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
School location
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
1 Aug 2022 - 12 Aug 2022
Would you recommend this school?
No
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"The most beautiful month of study"

Faris Ali A Alzhrani, student from Saudi Arabia

My experience in improving my English language was great, the teachers and the classes were helpful, some of the teachers were wonderful, some were good in fact, each teacher had his own teaching method, and my only problem was the quality of eating. But in general it was a wonderful study period that introduced new friends and other cultures. My first visit to the UK is a nice country and good people have come back to you in the coming years to improve my language more
Thank you for your interest

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
4 Mar 2019 - 29 Mar 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
housing

Housing

Cavendish School of English offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner - 2 students must book together

NZ$ 348
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 348
Hosts are carefully selected and closely monitored to ensure high standards are maintained.

Breakfast and evening meals are provided Monday to Friday.

Breakfast, a light lunch and an evening meal are provided on Saturday and Sunday.

We will try to place our adult students within walking distance. If that’s not possible the school can be reached within a maximum of 30 minutes by public transport.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 394
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 394
Hosts are carefully selected and closely monitored to ensure high standards are maintained.

Breakfast and evening meals are provided Monday to Friday.

Breakfast, a light lunch and an evening meal are provided on Saturday and Sunday.

We will try to place our adult students within walking distance. If that’s not possible the school can be reached within a maximum of 30 minutes by public transport.

Executive Homestay - Single-person ensuite room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 568
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Wireless internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 568
H/B, large single room, en-suite, TV in room, free Internet access.

Hosts are carefully selected and closely monitored to ensure high standards are maintained.

Breakfast and evening meals are provided Monday to Friday.

Breakfast, a light lunch and an evening meal are provided on Saturday and Sunday.

We will try to place our adult students within walking distance. If that’s not possible the school can be reached within a maximum of 30 minutes by public transport.
student-residence

Babbacombe Lodge

NZ$ 452
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Westcliff
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 24 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
NZ$ 452
Babbacombe Lodge is located in the West Cliff area of Bournemouth and is a five minute walk from the beach and town centre and 25 minutes to Cavendish School.

It has a large, fully equipped communal kitchen for the use of self-catering students, as well as a satellite kitchen for light meals. Additionally laundry facilities for washing and drying are available.

Twin, double or single bedrooms are available and all have a desk, chair, wardrobe, and television; as well as kettles to make hot beverages with.

All rooms are en-suite with a bath or shower and bed linen is provided and laundered weekly.

Please note that all residences for adults incur a deposit against damages of £150 (refundable) + £45 enrolment fee (non-refundable) + £30 cleaning fee (nonrefundable)
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from . Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 60 when you register.

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Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Bournemouth based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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