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General English

The Bournemouth School of English
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Course description

We offer General English classes at all levels; we use a Communicative Approach to our lessons, which means that students should be actively involved and are encouraged to join in as much as possible, in English of course.

General English is perhaps the most flexible way of learning the language; there is something for everyone. Whether you want to improve your English for business purposes, to help with your education, or simply so that you can use it when you are travelling, you will find something for you. All of our classes cover every aspect of the English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary.

Our teachers prepare a course plan which means that you will have a variety of skills each week and no two weeks will be the same. The course plan is specifically designed to cater for a rolling enrolment, so that you can start school at any time.

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
10 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 90 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
23 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Bournemouth to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 25 years old
(21 in the summer)

Certificate

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

The Bournemouth School of English is a small, friendly language school with high standards; teaching General English and Exam Preparation classes. The school is accredited by the British Council and is a member of English UK.

Bournemouth is one of the most famous places in England and its popularity has grown hugely. The town has a large and lively student population and combines the excitement of a big city with the homeliness of a smaller town.
It is a great place to study and the town has something for everyone; 7 miles of beaches, a lively centre for shopping and culture as well as the fantastic nightlife in the many bars, pubs and clubs!

Our school is in the centre of Bournemouth, a vibrant and safe town on the south coast of England. When you're thinking about where to live, Bournemouth has many options to suit all budgets: homestay, residential, hotels, bed and breakfast, apartment, private rentals.

Year opened
1985
Number of classrooms
10

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Cambridge Exam Center
  • TV Room
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Studying Area

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 The Bournemouth School of English varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 21.

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
23 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025

School location

Our school is in the centre of Bournemouth, a vibrant and safe town on the south coast of England.
Bournemouth is one of the most famous places in England and its popularity has grown hugely. The town has a large and lively student population, and combines the excitement of a big city with the homeliness of a smaller town.

It is a great place to study and the town has something for everyone; 7 miles of beaches, a lively centre for shopping and culture as well as the fantastic nightlife in the many bars, pubs and clubs!

And you don't just have to take our word for it - take a look at the Bournemouth tourism website or the Lonely Planet entry.

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Reviews

100% recommend

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"The school and its teachers really helped me improve my English skills."

Alfredo Giangreco, student from Switzerland

Overall, I really enjoyed the classes and its diverse members. Every person was from a different part of the world which made conversations quite interesting. The teachers were nice and and helpful when I had a question. The subjects of the class were diverse and I learned a lof of new vocabulary. The school can be reached by bus and every trip costs only 2 pounds. Once or twice per week there were school trips for example to London, Oxford and so on and those were really entertaining. All in all a very goo experience which I can highly recommend.

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Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
1 Jul 2024 - 26 Jul 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Very nice school with kind and helpful teachers and staff"

Matteo Leaci, student from Switzerland

As a whole I really enjoyed my time at the Bournemouth School of English. I liked the different classes which focused on vocabulary, writing, speaking and culture. The location is also quite nice with the commercial centre of Bournemouth nearby. The school offers also a lot of different activities to get to know new cities and places of England.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
1 Jul 2024 - 26 Jul 2024
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

BSE offers the following housing types:
homestay

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

NZ$ 277
weekly
Age range: 18 - 80 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 277
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in London. These homes are on a regular bus route to the school by public transport.

Hosts usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 323
weekly
Age range: 18 - 80 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
NZ$ 323
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Bournemouth. These homes are on a regular bus route to the school by public transport.

Hosts usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance.
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 BSE. 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 £ 70 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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