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Meridian School of EnglishPlymouth, England UK

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Location: Meridian School of English Plymouth is an English language school located in the popular coastal city of Plymouth, in southwestern England. The school is in the Swarthmore Education Centre, within walking distance of many eateries, convenience stores, supermarkets and sites of interest. Attractions within walking distance of the school include the Theatre Royal Plymouth, the Box, Central Park, the Armada shopping centre, the Greenery and more.

Social and cultural: Plymouth has several places of interest for students to enjoy. Plymouth's most popular sites of interest include the National Marine Aquarium and Hoe Park.

Getting around: The school is a moment's walk from several bus routes and is within a 15-minute walk of Plymouth train station. Bristol International Airport is around a 3-hour journey from the school via public transport.
  • The language school Meridian School of English was founded in Plymouth, England UK in 1979.
  • Legal name / parent company: Tellus Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: GB834874396

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
General English 15 Popular English course
15 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
General English 23
23 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Junior
Junior Bronze Programme (11-17)
Private
One-to-One Tuition
10 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Two-to-One Tuition
10 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Exam Preparation
FCE Preparation
23 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
CAE Preparation
23 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
CPE Preparation
23 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Specialty Courses
Preparation for Working Life
15 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Includes accommodation

Information for all courses offered by Meridian School of English

Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Please note that this school reserves the right to reduce the number of lessons if the minimum number of students is not reached.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.

Lessons needed per English language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week

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  • Excursions in Plymouth
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  • Touring Plymouth
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  • Excursions
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  • Trips
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  • Trips around Plymouth
    Trips around Plymouth8/22
  • Ocean
    Ocean9/22
  • Group photo in Plymouth
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  • Students in Plymouth
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  • Enjoying Plymouth
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  • Playing music
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  • Streets of Plymouth
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  • Walking around Plymouth
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  • Students at Meridian School of English
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  • Learning at Meridian School of English
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  • Meridian School of English staff
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  • Views of Plymouth
    Views of Plymouth20/22
  • Students exploring Plymouth
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  • Meridian School of English class
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Meridian School of English

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalHTS, NCFE
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Meridian School of English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Auditorium

  • Garden

  • Student support desk

  • Table tennis

  • Table soccer / football

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 13
    Number of public PC workstations: 10

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Disabled car park

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 65
Throughout the year: 35
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 18 years
Throughout the year: 23 years
Read our recommendations for students over 30.

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Bristol Airport:
175 £ one way
350 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Bristol.
More information about airports around Plymouth and how to get from the airport to Plymouth on your own here on our Plymouth page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. Documentation regarding purpose of visit must be shown at the border in order to enter the country. For Study purposes: letter of enrolment from school, accommodation arrangements and proof of payments to the relevant institutions.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
30 £
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Dancing1 km
Diving2 km
Football (soccer)5 km
Mountainbiking1 km
Music-
Sailing5 km
Table Tennis-
Tennis1 km
Windsurfing5 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Video about leisure activities at Meridian School of English Plymouth
Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
Schedule of activities - adults and juniors (PDF)
Schedule of activities - adults and juniors (PDF)

Student opinions about Meridian School of English, Plymouth

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
54 years
Liked
“Good location, safe city, adequate teachers”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss School not so much oriented to adult participants
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Student Residence
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments the class composition based on the level is not very accurate. Sufficient organization, good teachers (excellent Ashley!)
Course: General English 19  - 1 week
29. Jul. 2015
44 years
Liked
“The teachers”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss To request homework
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Social activities
1.0

Rating: 1/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Unhappy with social activities because were not done.
Course: General English 15 - 3 weeks
2. Aug. 2017
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Map  

Swarthmore Centre, 78 Mutley Plain - PL4 6LF Plymouth
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FAQ about Meridian School of English,

  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Bristol Airport (175 £)
  • 100% of teachers at Meridian School of English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Meridian School of English comes from Italy with a 30% representation, followed by students from Brazil (20%) and Saudi Arabia (10%).
  • Meridian School of English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 18 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.

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