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Course description

This course is designed to provide a combination of English learning alongside a mixed leisure programme. The junior students have 15 hours of General English and 6 hours of Grammar and Active Communication skills per week. This is combined with 2 full day excursions and 2 half day excursions or activities with evening socials such as barbecues and discos also included!

Class schedule

Course duration
2-6 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
28 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

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 Shrewsbury.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 15 - 18 years old
Average 17 years old

Certificate

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

Severnvale believes that great teaching - in a great atmosphere - provide the keys for successful learning. We have a highly-qualified, enormously experienced group of teachers who inspire and guide you to make rapid progress in the language. This is adult language teaching at its best, with tutors who care deeply about ensuring that you achieve the language progress you desire and then that you have the confidence to use English in real situations - both professional and social.

Year opened
1982
Number of classrooms
10

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Cambridge Exam Center
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Severnvale Academy varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 17. In the summer, the average age is 17.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Germany
14%
Spain
11%
Russia
8%
Switzerland
8%
Italy
7%
Japan
7%
South Korea
6%
France
5%
Saudi Arabia
4%
Turkey
2%
Other
28%

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
None

School location

Located in the ancient center of one of England's most beautiful historical towns, Severnvale Academy is a Grade 1 listed Georgian Town House built in 1761 which retains most of its original architectural features. Surrounded by building from 7 different centuries, Severnvale offers English training in a uniquely picturesque setting. Shrewsbury - our town - is easily accessible in West Central England - perfect for weekend visits to Wales, Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon; even London is under 2.5 hours away by train. Here you can enjoy immersion in the real life and culture of England, without having to sacrifice sightseeing and tourism. Easily accessible from 4 major international airports, it's the perfect place to learn English.

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Reviews

100% recommend

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"Very good"

Maria, student from Spain

All was very worthy. And I highly recommend Severnvale. The teachers are very good. The location is perfect. And the academy is very familiar. Every weeks are social meeting in order to know each other better.
The village Shrewsbury is perfect to submerge in English culture. The host families are nice too.
All is perfect. For me, a very good experience.

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
6 Aug 2018 - 24 Aug 2018
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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housing

Housing

Severnvale Academy offers the following housing types:
homestay

Junior Homestay - Full Board

NZ$ 611
weekly
Age range: 13 - 17 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Shrewsbury
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by shuttle
Availability: 30 Jun 2024 - 11 Aug 2024
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 611
Our Junior students are provided with high quality, individually selected homestay with pleasant, welcoming hosts. Junior homestay accommodation includes all meals, with packed lunches on weekdays. All junior homestay families are police checked and regularly inspected by our own accommodation manager to ensure that our high standards are being maintained. Because Severnvale is the only language school in this beautiful town, our accommodation standards are believed to be the highest you will find anywhere. Our aim is to provide you with a real 'homes away from home' where you will feel relaxed, happy, and have lots of opportunities to communicate with your hosts so enhancing the enjoyment of your stay and your language progress.
student-residence

Junior Student Residence at Shrewsbury School - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner on weekdays, 3 meals on weekends

NZ$ 842
weekly
Age range: 13 - 16 years old
Address: 11 Ashton Road, Shrewsbury SY3 7BA, United Kingdom
Location: In the city center of Shrewsbury
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, 24/7 supervision, garden, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 5 minutes by walk
Availability: 30 Jun 2024 - 12 Aug 2024
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 842
Severnvale’s junior course is based at Shrewsbury School which offers residential accommodation within the school’s boarding houses; with a range of options including, single, twin and dormitory style bedrooms.

Meals at Shrewsbury are taken in the purpose-built catering hall, where students can choose from a wide variety of foods from the self-service counters.

The School’s multi-million pound sports complex offers a wide variety of choice for activities at Shrewsbury School during your stay with us. Alongside games, social space and TV rooms in the Boarding Houses we have other excellent leisure facilities which we are proud to offer.

The residential team are on hand throughout your stay to offer support, advice and daily catch ups to help assist you and feel at home. We are always happy to help and you can look forward to a warm welcome from our team.
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 £ 45 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 Shrewsbury 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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