2015 English Language & Activity Courses

Concorde lnternational

Breaking the Language Barrier

English language and activity courses for young people aged 8 - 17

2015Ashford School,Kent

The Royal Naval College,London

King’s School,Rochester

Canterbury Study Centre

Canterbury High School

Kent College,Canterbury

Folkestone Study Centre

The Perse School,Cambridge

Christ Church University,Broadstairs

East Kent College,Broadstairs

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With over 42 years’ experience, Concorde International provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn English, have fun and make friends across the world!

Welcome to Concorde International Summer Schools.

Thank you for choosing Concorde International for your Summer Study Programme. Concorde International has been providing Summer Schools for over 40 years, and welcomes students from many countries and cultures.

At each of our summer centres, the management teams, teachers and activity leaders, many of whom return each summer, work together to provide every student with the best possible experience.

From day one, students are fully occupied by the stimulating combination of the academic, social and cultural programmes, and certainly have no time to get bored! Whether performing a sketch to the rest of the school, learning about the cultural history of the local area, chatting and relaxing over lunch, or discovering the sights of London, students have every opportunity to mix with friends from other countries, practise their English and have fun together.

We do everything we can to ensure that you and your students have the best possible time, and that you take home some fantastic memories of your visit to England.


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Academic Programme 4

Activities & Excursions 4

Accommodation 5

Safety & Welfare 5

The Royal Naval College, London 6-7

The Perse School, Cambridge 8-9

King’s School, Rochester 10-11

Ashford School, Kent 12-13

Folkestone Study Centre 14-15

East Kent College and Christ Church University Broadstairs 16-17

Kent College and Easter Programme Canterbury 18-19

Canterbury Study Centre and Canterbury High School 20-21

Year-round Study Groups 22

Buddy Programme and Family Study Programme 23

ContentsResidential Centres

• The Royal Naval College

• King’s School

• Ashford School

• Christ Church University

• Kent College

• King’s School

• Ashford School

• The Perse School

• Folkestone Study Centre

• East Kent College

• Kent College

• Canterbury Study Centre

• Canterbury High School

Homestay Centres

Calais

DoverBroadstairs

FolkestoneAshford

Rochester

London

Cambridge

Luton

Heathrow

Gatwick

Stansted

Canterbury

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Morning

Welcome Party

Games Night

Sports & Games

Disco

Concorde’s Got Talent

English Fayre

Film Night

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sample weekly programme

Arrival Day

Evening in homestay

Evening in residenceAfternoon

Classes

Sunday

OrientationTour

Half DayExcursion

British CultureClasses

AfternoonActivities

Presentation &Performance

Full Day Excursion

Activities, arrivals and departures WelcomeParty

At home

At home

At home

At home

At home

At home

Please see our website for more details - additional activities & excursions available for groups

• Good nationality mix in classes

• 20 hours of lessons, including ‘English in Action’

• Task-based approach to learning

• Lessons linked in with activity and excursion programmes

• Language assessment test and induction lesson on students’ first day

• Continuous monitoring of students’ progress

• All academic resources and course books provided

• Colourful course handbook for every student

• Maximum class size of 15; average 10-12

• Internet access at most sites

• All teachers qualified to British Council standards

• Academic Manager at each school to oversee our Academic Programme

English in ActionStudents and teachers work together to choose an engaging project relative to their age, ability and shared interests. Using real-life situations, students have the opportunity to communicate with native English speakers and create an academic presentation. English in Action is an excellent way for students to use and develop their language skills.

Activities• 2 evening activities for Homestay students• 7 evening activities for residential students• Orientation tour in the first week• Optional excursion for groups available on

request

ExcursionsEvery week there are excursions by coach or train to well-known locationsFor example:

• London museum and sightseeing walk• Cambridge and King’s College Chapel• Brighton and Sea Life Centre• Oxford and Oxford Castle• Greenwich Observatory• Canterbury Cathedral• Leeds Castle• Dover Castle• Windsor and Eton• Bath and Roman Baths

Academic programme

Activities & Excursions

For more information and group bookings, please email [email protected] or tel +44 1227 451035 5

We take great care to ensure that the students who come to our summer centres have an enjoyable time and are well looked after in a safe environment.

• All staff recruited and trained to provide the best welfare possible• Experienced and dedicated Centre Director at each location responsible for all students• All of our Premier Boarding Schools and University Campuses are carefully selected for their safety and security• 24-hour welfare and support available including emergency phone number for students and parents• Local Homestay Organiser provides additional welfare for all Homestay students• Qualified First Aiders at each summer centre• Concorde International operates a full Child Protection Policy available on request

Accommodation

Safety & Welfare

HomestayLiving with local hosts is a great opportunity to improve their English and experience the British way of life.

• Our hosts are all experienced with welcoming international students• Hosts are carefully selected and inspected regularly by our dedicated Homestay Organisers• Bed linen and towels are provided; laundry arranged with host• Maximum 4 students per accommodation, maximum 3 students per room• Separate accommodation for boys and girls• Students allocated to accommodation with others from different nationalities (unless otherwise specified)• Breakfast and dinner provided with packed lunch or hot lunch at school• Students walk or take local bus to school each day. Bus passes available on request

ResidentialBoarding Schools : Ashford School, Kent College, King’s School• Traditional dormitory style bedrooms with 1, 2 or more beds • Shared bathrooms and common rooms• Separate areas for boys and girls supervised by residential staff

University Accommodation : Royal Naval College, Christ Church University, UCA Rochester • Single study en-suite bedrooms in university halls of residence• Shared common areas • Separate apartments for boys and girls supervised by residential staff

Laundry facilities available for all residential students, bed linen included. Students bring their own towels. Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided for all residential students. Concorde International staff provide 24-hour care and supervision.

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LondonThe Royal Naval CollegeWith residential accommodation

12 - 17YEARS

Location

• UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Prestigious university located in the Royal Naval College

• Film location for Sherlock Holmes and James Bond

• 20 minutes by London Underground to central London

• Home to the Cutty Sark and the Greenwich Meridian

Time Line

• Excellent location to explore the sights of London

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Heritage SiteI n W o rl d

“I really enjoyed my lessons and the excursions!”

Giorgio, from Italy


ResidentialThe Royal Naval CollegeAge range: 12 - 17 yearsDates: 8 July - 12 August

• In the centre of Greenwich, close to all amenities• A few minutes walk along the River Thames to the

school• 120 single study en-suite bedrooms in new flats • Each flat has 4 or 7 bedrooms, with kitchen and

common room • Full-board catering at university dining hall with

excellent menu

Accommodation in London

The Royal Naval College

Excursions from this centre

• Cambridge• Oxford

• Canterbury• Brighton

• London visits: Royal Observatory, Tate Modern & Millennium Bridge, Science Museum, Hyde Park, Harrods & Hard Rock Cafe, Camden Town, Regent’s Park, British Museum, Covent Garden, Bank of England, Tower Bridge, Oxford Street, Chinatown, Leicester Square, National History Museum, Westfield Shopping Centre, River Thames Tour, Houses of Parliament.

Premier Centre in a prime location, ideal for exploring London

• Based in Queen Mary Court in the heart of the college grounds

• 10 large, modern classrooms with CD / DVD players and TV

• Large common area for performances and activities

• Excellent computer room with internet access

• Large dining hall, and small cafe for snacks

• Safe, enclosed campus with outdoor space for breaks

• Chapel, museums and the famous Painted Hall on campus

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CambridgeThe Perse SchoolWith homestay accommodation

“Good activities, much to talk

about, appropriate themes for

us and a good atmosphere!”

Evelyn, from Austria

12 - 17YEARS

Location

• Safe residential area

• Prestigious school founded in 1615

• 10 minutes by local bus to Cambridge city centre

• 10 minutes walk to leisure park

• Excellent transport links to all major UK cities and

airports

The Perse School is a prestigious private school in Cambridge



The Perse School

• London• Ely & Bury St Edmunds• Greenwich

• Canterbury• Duxford• Norwich

Accommodation in Cambridge

• 10 large, modern classrooms with CD / DVD players and TV

• Large hall for performances, presentations and activities

• Computer room with internet access• Safe, enclosed campus with outdoor

space for breaks• Outstanding sports facilities including

sports hall, Astroturf, basketball court and 4 sports pitches

• Drama theatre and dance studio• Easy access to King’s College and

Fitzwilliam Museum• Nearby leisure centre with bowling and

cinema• Historic destination with magnificent

university colleges in city centre• Execellent transport links to all major

UK cities and airports

HomestayAge range: 12 - 17 yearsDates: 5 July - 16 August• Homestay accommodation for 120 students• Some homestays within walking distance of school • Hosts provide bed, breakfast and dinner• Hot lunch at school included in the fees• Students will be met on arrival by Homestay

Organiser and hosts

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Rochester

“I’ve had a great experience and I’ll come back!”

Silvia, from Italy

10 - 17YEARS

Location

• In the heart of historic Rochester with views of the castle

and the cathedral

• Historic destination with magnificent cathedral

• 2 minutes walk to Rochester city centre and shops

• 15 minutes walk to Rochester train station

• Easy access to central London

The King’s SchoolWith residential and homestay accommodation Additional en-suite accommodation at the nearby University College

The King’s School is the second oldest school in the UK, founded in 604 AD


HomestayAge range: 12 - 17 yearsDates: 8 July - 12 August• Homestay accommodation for 80 students • Daily transport provided for all students• Host provides bed, breakfast and dinner; hot lunch

at school included in fees • Students will be met on arrival by Homestay

Organiser and hosts

The King’s School

Accommodation in Rochester

ResidentialThe King’s SchoolAge range: 10 - 17 yearsDates: 8 July - 12 August• Girls’ House: 24 beds,

twin rooms, en-suite bathrooms and common room

• Boys’ House: 35 beds in single, twin and some triple rooms, with shared bathrooms and 2 common rooms with pool table and table tennis

• Priority given to younger students and individuals • Large common rooms with IT and internet access

University College ResidenceAge range: 12 - 17 yearsDates: 8 July - 12 August• Apartments with 120 single study en-suite

bedrooms with common area in each apartment • Some rooms with views over the River Medway • 15 minutes’ walk to school, accompanied by

Concorde International staff • All meals, classes and activities at King’s School


• London• Canterbury• Windsor Castle and Eton

• City centre location• Traditional English boarding school near

London • Large hall for performances, activities

and presentations• 15 classrooms, each with a whiteboard,

CD / DVD players and TV • Large sports field, sports hall and indoor

swimming pool on site • Spacious common rooms offering pool,

table tennis and TV• Famous Norman castle• Traditional historic city with shopping

centre• Excellent transport links to all major UK

cities and airports

• Brighton• Cambridge

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AshfordAshford School, KentWith residential and homestay accommodation

“There are many reasons I like

this school: new friends, new

culture and pleasant lessons. I like

my host family because they are

friendly, helpful and very nice!”

Danila, from Russia

8 - 17YEARS

Location

• Traditional market town with pedestrianised shopping centre

• Safe, enclosed campus in the heart of the town

• 2 minutes walk to Ashford high street

• 4 minutes walk to Ashford bus station

• 8 minutes walk to Ashford International train station

• 20 minutes drive to Canterbury or Dover

• Excellent train links to Canterbury, London & Europe


• Canterbury• Cambridge• Leeds Castle

• London• Brighton• Whitstable


HomestayAge range: 10 - 17 yearsDates: 12 July - 16 August

• Some homestays within walking distance of school

• Others in the desirable suburbs of Ashford • Bus station only 4 minutes walk from school • Host provides bed, breakfast, packed lunch and

dinner • Hot lunch available at school for additional fee • Students will be met on arrival by Homestay

Organiser and hosts

ResidentialAshford SchoolAge range: 8 - 17 yearsDates: 12 July - 16 August• 150 residential beds in 3

houses on secure campus • Separate houses for girls

and boys with 1, 2, 3 or 4 beds per room

• Large common rooms in each house for free time • Residences recently refurbished to a high standard • Full-board catering with excellent dining hall • Access to computer room during free time • All classes, accommodation & facilities on one site• Caters for individuals and groups

Accommodation in AshfordAshford School, founded in 1898, is one of the UK’s top 5 boarding schools

Ashford School

• Young Learners programme for 8 to 10 year olds

• Traditional English boarding school in safe residential location

• Eurostar train station with links to European cities

• 20 classrooms, each with a whiteboard, CD / DVD players and TV

• Large hall for performances and activities

• Extensive playing fields and Astroturf • Tennis courts, sports hall and indoor

swimming pool • Large dining hall with established

summer school menu • Excellent IT facilities and computer

room • Comfortable common rooms for

residential students

PROSPA PROGRAMME (Professional Sports & Performing Arts)

Age range: 10 - 17 years Dates: 26 July - 16 August

Choose one of our professional sports programmes in Soccer Academy, LTA Tennis, or

American Football. Each course is run by professional coaches and includes 12 hours per week of training.

Sports

Choose one of our exciting courses in dance and drama. Each course is run by professional coaches

and includes 12 hours per week of training and performing.

Performing Arts

Morning

Welcome Party

Mini Olympic

Disco

Talent Show

Quiz Night

Film Night

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday


Arrival Day

Evening in homestay


Sunday

PROSPA Programme

Half Day Excursion

PROSPA Programme

PROSPA Programme

PROSPA Programme

Full Day Excursion


At home

At home

At home

At home

At home

At home

Murder Mystery

Classes

Classes

Classes

Classes

Classes

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FolkestoneFolkestone Study CentreWith homestay accommodation

“Really cool, I love the seaside

and made lots of friends here!”

Jurgen, from Germany

10 - 17YEARS

Location


• 10 minutes walk to Folkestone high street

• 10 minutes walk to the beach


airports

• Ideal for students wishing to join Disneyland Paris

excursion

Folkestone Study Centre is conveniently located in the town centre


Folkestone Study CentreAccommodation in Folkestone

HomestayAge range: 10 - 17 yearsDates: 5 July - 9 August• Homestay accommodation for 150 students • Mostly within easy walking distance of the school • Some homestays a short bus journey away • Bus stop outside the study centre • Bed, breakfast and dinner with homestay, plus a

packed lunch • Students will be met on arrival by homestay

Organiser and hosts

• Long established summer seaside location

• Located in safe residential area• 12 classrooms, each with a whiteboard,

CD / DVD players and TV • Modern swimming pool and sports

centre nearby• Large hall for performances,

presentations and activities• Eurotunnel terminal with easy access to

Continental Europe


• London• Cambridge• Greenwich

• Canterbury• Leeds Castle• Dover Castle• Ashford

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BroadstairsEast Kent CollegeWith homestay accommodation

“I really like the places we go

to on the excursions!”

Milagros, from Argentina

12 - 17YEARS

Location

• A traditional seaside resort, popular with English

families, loved by the author Charles Dickens

• Choice of two study centres: East Kent College in

the town centre or Christ Church College next to

Westwood Cross shopping centre

• Both campuses are in safe residential areas


airports

Christ Church UniversityWith en-suite accommodation on university campus

Accommodation in Broadstairs

HomestayEast Kent College, BroadstairsAge range: 12 - 17 yearsDates: 5 July - 9 August• Homestay accommodation for 150 students• Some homestays within walking distance of school,

other families in nearby coastal towns • Students staying here will use public transport • Hosts provide bed, breakfast, packed lunch and

dinner • Hot lunch available in college for an additional fee • Students will be met on arrival by Homestay

Organiser and hosts


• London• Greenwich• Canterbury

• Cambridge• Margate• Dover Castle

East Kent College

• 3 minutes walk to the beach• 5 minutes’ walk to Broadstairs High

Street• Modern college in safe residential area

with outdoor space for break times• Specialist drama and art rooms• Excellent links to Canterbury, Margate

and London

East Kent College is perfect for students looking for a seaside destination


Christ Church University offers excellent residential accommodation

Christ Church University

• 5 minutes walk to Westwood Cross shopping centre• Modern university campus with bright and airy, well-

equipped classrooms and excellent IT facilities• Modern single study en-suite bedrooms• Spacious dining hall; good variety of meals• Large hall for performances, activities and presentations

ResidentialChrist Church University, BroadstairsAge range: 12 - 17 yearsDates: 5 July - 9 August

Ideal for groups and older students enrolled on Trinity Exam courses

• Quiet residential area • Safe campus with 24-hour security • Apartments with high quality en-suite bedrooms

on campus • 6 bedrooms in each apartment • Shared kitchen and common room • Staff in the same building provide supervision • Meals in newly refurbished self-service dining hall • Packed lunch provided for all full-day excursions • New cafe on site for snacks

Accommodation

Christ Church UniversityGroup Bookings

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CanterburyKent CollegeWith residential and homestay accommodation

8 - 17YEARS

Accommodation in Canterbury

HomestayAge range: 12 - 17 yearsDates: 8 July - 12 August• Homestays are located in the nearby seaside

town of Whitstable • Students will travel to school by bus (20

minutes); bus pass included in fees• Bus stop outside the school • Hot lunch in college included in course fees • Host provides bed, breakfast and dinner • Students will be met on arrival by Homestay

Organiser and hosts

ResidentialKent CollegeAge range: 8 - 17 yearsDates: 8 July - 12 August• 175 beds on secure campus • Separate houses for girls and boys • Full-board catering in large dining room • Large common rooms for relaxing during

free time • Access to computer room during free time • All classes, dining, accommodation and

facilities on one site

Location


• Outstanding boarding school founded in 1885

• 70 acres of grounds and sports facilities

• 5 minutes by local bus to Canterbury city centre


airports


Kent College is an outstanding boarding school overlooking the historic city of Canterbury

Kent College

• Young Learner’s programme for 8 to 11 year olds

• 20 classrooms, each with a whiteboard, CD / DVD players and TV

• Large hall for performances, presentation and activities

• Large sports field, modern sports hall, 4 lawn tennis courts and Astroturf on site

• Spacious common rooms with pool, table tennis and TV

• Large dining hall with established summer school menu

• Excellent mix of nationalities and age ranges

• Great for individual students and groups• Easy access to London and other

destinations


• London• Cambridge

• Greenwich• Brighton

• Leeds Castle & Bluewater• Kent’s Coastal Towns

Easter ProgrammeDate : 1 April - 15 April

Morning

Welcome Party

Casino Night

Disco

Talent Show

English Fayre

Murder Mystery

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday


Arrival Day

Evening in homestay


Wednesday

OrientationTour

Activities or Exam Preparation



Canterbury Cathedral

Full Day Excursion


At home

At home

At home

At home

At home

Film Night

At home

Classes

Classes

Classes

Classes

Classes

Residential / Age range: 8 - 17 years

Homestay / Age range: 12 - 17 years

• 15 hours of English language lessons each week• Average 12 students per class, maximum 15• English in Action project to include real life speaking

situations• Focus on the four skills; phonology; grammar; British

culture• Optional exam preparation courses available in the

afternoons• Maximum 8 students per class for exam preparation

classes• Cambridge & Trinity examinations available if

pre-booked• Customised programmes for school groups available

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CanterburyCanterbury Study Centre and Canterbury High SchoolWith homestay accommodation

“I like the lessons because the teachers are

friendly and kind. I feel like I am at home!!”Pedro Filipe, from Portugal

10 - 17YEARS

Location

• Canterbury is internationally famous for its two

UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the

magnificent cathedral

• 3 universities with more than 45,000 students

• Adjacent to Whitefriars Shopping Centre

• 5 minutes walk to Canterbury East train station

• 2 minutes walk to inter-city bus station

• Excellent transport links to London

• Dover Castle• Leeds Castle• Ashford

• London• Cambridge • Brighton• Wingham Wildlife Park

Excursions from these centres

Concorde International has been welcoming students to Canterbury since 1972

Canterbury Study Centre

• City centre location• Excellent for family groups• Variety of museums• Local sports centre and swimming pool• Family parks nearby • Easy access to London and other

destinations• Whitefriars Shopping Centre• Home to 2 UNESCO World Heritage

sites: famous Canterbury Cathedral and St. Augustine’s Abbey.

• School groups study here throughout the year

• Safe, pedestrianised shopping centre


Accommodation in Canterbury

HomestayAge range: 10 - 17 yearsDates : Canterbury Study Centre: 14 June - 30 AugustCanterbury High School: 05 July - 09 August• Homestay accommodation for 250 students • Homestays are located all around the city• Bed, breakfast and dinner with hosts, plus a packed

lunch • Students will be met on arrival by Homestay

Organiser and hosts • Families accommodate students all year round • School is 2 minutes walk from the bus station

Canterbury High School offers outstanding facilities for students to enjoy a wide range of activities

Canterbury High School

• Located in a safe residential area• 10 classrooms, each with a whiteboard,

CD / DVD players and TV • 15 minutes walk to the city centre• Excellent sports facilities including

modern sports hall, athletics track and beach volleyball on site

• Hot lunch available at an additional cost • Some activities + excursions with

Canterbury Study Centre• Great for groups• Easy access to London and other

destinations

Canterbury High SchoolGroup Bookings

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“Interesting, dynamic, funny – the students have

learnt a lot and worked hard!”

Group Leader, from Spain

There’s no doubt that being immersed in an English-speaking environment boosts students’ confidence, enhances their language skills and provides them with the motivation to continue studying the English language.

Design your own group programme

In addition to the summer programme, we welcome school groups to Canterbury Study Centre throughout the academic year.

With the year-round study courses we offer a truly personalised, tailor-made service. With our assistance you can design your programme to suit your requirements and help your students make the most of their new and exciting learning experience.

Courses can be designed to complement your school curriculum. We offer exam preparation courses and a variety of stimulating academic programmes on themes such as British culture, the environment and tourism. In addition to the EFL classes, a programme of activities, visits and excursions can be included to give your students the best possible experience during their stay. Courses can be for a few days or up to six weeks.

Year-round Study GroupsDesign your very own English study weekor Buddy Programme

Trinity exams and PON groups

We are a registered Trinity GESE centre and welcome groups who want to study for, and take the Trinity examination with us.


For 11 - 16 year olds during term time.

Buddy Programme Only 1 or 2 weeks’ full immersion in school with English Buddies.

Buddy Programme Plus 1 week with Concorde International EFL teachers plus 1 or 2 weeks’ full immersion in school with English Buddies.

Both programmes can incorporate cultural activities and excursions led by Concorde International staff, in addition to the time spent at the school. The choice is yours!

The ‘buddy’ will not usually be a member of a student’s host family, but will be specially selected by the school staff from among a group of motivated pupils who have chosen to be part of the Buddy Programme. Students and buddies are paired (one-to-one) for the duration of the programme, often resulting in friendships that last well beyond the flight home.

Each buddy school has a liaison officer who will assist the accompanying Group Leader during the programme, and a Concorde International member of staff will be available at all times.

Our unique Buddy Programme offers your students a fantastic opportunity to experience life in a British state school, attending regular classes such as Science, History or Maths alongside a ‘buddy’ with whom they share the school day: classes, lunch and break times, sports afternoons, and any extra-curricular activities.

Buddy ProgrammeAn integrated high school experience

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Family Study Programme Dates : 5 July - 23 AugustAdults : English Tuition + Activity ProgrammeChildren : English Playtime 5-7 years old* Juniors 8 - 17 years old

We have self-catering houses and apartments available, ideal for the whole family to come and enjoy a study holiday together. Canterbury provides an ideal environment for children, with its pedestrianised centre, parks and gardens.

* English Playtime is not accredited by British Council

Morning

Family Welcome Party

Disco

Family evening

Family evening

Family evening

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday


Arrival Day


Sunday

OrientationTour

Free PM & Sports Activities

British Culture Classes

Presentation & Performance

Half Day Excursion

Activities, arrivals and departures

Family evening

Classes

Classes

Classes

Classes

Full Day Excursion

Classes

Hawks Lane, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2NU, UKTel: +44 (0)1227 451035 Fax: +44 (0)1227 762760Email: [email protected] www.concorde-int.com


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