The Codrington Language CentreChrist Church, Barbados
- Beautiful island location.
- Exciting excursions around Barbados and throughout the Caribbean.
- Christ Church is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 40% of students are from Switzerland
Location: The Codington Language Centre in Christ Church is located on the South Coast of the beautiful Caribbean island of Barbados. Within a 10-minute walk from Rockley Beach and several bars and restaurants along the Marina, it is in a fantastic location to enjoy the island and all it has to offer.
Course selection: Whether you are looking for a Standard Course, a holiday programme or would like a course that has more to offer in the way of Business, Medical, Aviation or Golf, The Codington Language Centre has the course for you. Courses are available for students with an Elementary (A2) level and above and are designed to give students the most fulfilling and productive time in Barbados. You will be sure to be made welcome by the school's experienced staff.
Social and Cultural: Barbados is a very attractive location and has some exceptional options for excursions and activities on land, sea and air! The school will be happy to help you arrange your stay with their great connections within the local community. Excursions that can be found within the school's "Holiday Course", include Speightstown and Arlington House, Harrison's Cave, Garrison Savannah Tour and George Washington House, Gully's and Gardens, visiting Welchman Hall and Hunte's Gardens. These activities and excursions can also be added as a supplementary to any course.
Additional information: The Codrington Language Centre Christ Church is a school with highly qualified and committed teaching professionals. They are comfortable teaching students from anywhere in the world and are confident in ensuring each student is given the personal attention needed, to complete their learning goals.
- The language school The Codrington Language Centre was founded in Christ Church, Barbados in 2007.
- Legal name / parent company: The Codrington Language Centre Inc.
- Tax registration ID: 20289096
English Courses
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Price at School Our price | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1350 1283 | 1800 1710 | 2125 2019 | 2550 2423 | 2975 2827 | 3400 3230 | 4250 4038 | 5100 4845 | 5200 4940 |
Beginners are only accepted for individual tuition. If after initial acceptance a student is found to be a Beginner they will be offered the cost-equivalent number of individual lessons or the possibility of transferring to a full-time programme of individual lessons at extra cost.
Clients for Bildungsurlaub in Germany will have an additional 15 hours of TOEFL preparation from 13:15 PM - 16:30 PM
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
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Price at School Our price | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1350 1283 | 1800 1710 | 2125 2019 | 2550 2423 | 2975 2827 | 3400 3230 | 4250 4038 | 5100 4845 | 5200 4940 |
There are 2 half-day events weekly included in the course.
Optional full day excursion: USD 200 per week.
Tuition on this course also features an inclusive social programme introducing students to the life, scenic, cultural and tourist attractions of Barbados. There is an optional full-day excursion offered at the weekend at extra cost.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 |
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Price at School Our price | 825 784 | 1650 1568 | 2475 2352 | 3300 3135 | 4000 3800 | 4800 4560 | 5600 5320 | 6400 6080 | 8000 7600 | 9600 9120 | 10075 9572 |
This course includes 15 group lessons and 5 individual lessons per week. This course prepares the student for an English language exam, helps to improve their English in a business or work-related context or to have lessons in English for Special Purposes e.g. Business English, Medical English, Aviation English, English & Golf.
This is the Standard 18+ English Language Course with additional individual lessons to meet the specific language needs of the client. Between 1 and 10 hours of individual lessons can be booked each week. Individual tuition is available for students who want:
- To prepare for an English language examination e.g. TOEFL, CPE
- To improve their English in a business or work-related context
- To have lessons in English for Special Purposes e.g. Business English, English & Golf
- To practice their spoken English in a relaxed and informal setting
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at School Our price | 750 713 | 1500 1425 | 2250 2138 | 3000 2850 | 3750 3563 | 4500 4275 | 5250 4988 | 6000 5700 | 6750 6413 | 7500 7125 | 9000 8550 |
Private English course delivered online. Dropbox is used for the transfer of documents.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in US$ | 1200 1140 | 2400 2280 | 3600 3420 | 4800 4560 | 5875 5582 | 7050 6698 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The school offers 4 different options for how to approach this course. Prospective students should consult the school directly for more details.
This course offers the opportunity for personnel working in the airline industry to practice speaking, listening, reading and writing to improve their aviation English in selected topic areas. Students will read texts, listen to dialogues, answer questions, write reports and summaries and enter into dialogues on a range of aviation related topics such as: airport layout, medical and other emergencies, extreme weather conditions and pilot/air traffic control communication.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:00
Information for all courses offered by The Codrington Language Centre
01 Jan 2024, 22 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 01 Aug 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 23 Dec 2024, 24 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 27 Dec 2024, 28 Dec 2024, 29 Dec 2024, 30 Dec 2024, 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
The Codrington Language Centre
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Library
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Bike rental
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 3Number of public PC workstations: 3
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
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Price in US$ | 490 | 980 | 1470 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 3430 | 3920 | 4900 | 5880 | 490 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Living with a Homestay family is an excellent way of accelerating your language learning goals, as well as your cultural knowledge about your new location.
Students are driven to the school by their host on their first day. On the second day they take the bus, which is easy and cheap (1.75 USD to anywhere on the island).
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 693 | 1386 | 2079 | 2772 | 3465 | 4158 | 4851 | 5544 | 6930 | 8316 | 693 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Rockley Resort is within walking distance of The Codrington Language Centre, beautiful beaches and a variety of restaurants, shops, banks and hotels.
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Student opinions about The Codrington Language Centre, Christ Church
Questions and answers about The Codrington Language Centre
- I need information for a General English course for my 14-year-old son.“The Codrington Language Centre offers courses only to students over the age of 18, so they cannot offer anything for your child.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.net - Sep 08, 2022
FAQ about The Codrington Language Centre,
- Could you tell me when the course starts?“You can start your course on any Monday of the year.
”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 22, 2023 - What is the level required to attend the course?“The school accepts students from level A2 (i.e. elementary level).”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 22, 2023
- Is breakfast included in the Rockley Resort accommodation option?“For this accommodation option, breakfast is not included. This option is a single room, without meals. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 26, 2023
- Is there a discount for long-term stays?“Yes, from 6 weeks onwards, you benefit from a reduction in the price of the course, in addition to our 5% discount on the price of the course. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 26, 2023
- Are excursions included in the price?
“If you would like to opt for a course with activities included, I would recommend the Intensive Holiday Course. This course also includes a social programme which allows students to discover the life, culture and tourist attractions of Barbados. An optional full-day excursion is available at the weekend at an additional cost.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 24, 2023 - I would like to take my lessons in the morning rather than in the afternoon
“The best way to do this is to opt for standard courses, which runs from 9:00 to 12:15.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 24, 2023 - Is it worth taking a language trip for a complete beginner who doesn't know the language at all?
“Yes, I think it's very worthwhile for someone at a beginner's level to go on a language study holiday abroad. That way, you'll make much more progress, as you're starting from scratch. It takes courage and commitment, but it's a very rewarding experience. So I advise you to try this language immersion adventure. You'll be amazed at the progress you'll make in such a short time!”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 09, 2023 - Which is the nearest airport?“The most accessible airport is Grantly Adams International Airport.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 06, 2023
- Do host families collect students from the airport?“Hosts are no longer able to collect students from the airport on arrival but the return transfer at the end of their stay is still offered.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 06, 2023