English school in Canterbury: Concorde International
- Top grades in the ISI inspection
- Only 50 minutes by fast train to London
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
Location: Concorde International is situated in the beautifully striking and historic city of Canterbury in the southeast of England. An independent, family-owned school with a difference, Concorde International is housed close to the Great Stour River and within walking distance of such UNESCO World Heritage sites as the Canterbury Cathedral, St Martin's Church and St Augustine's Abbey. The high street shopping of Whitefriars Shopping mall, many restaurants, cafés and supermarkets, are all close by, ensuring students have all they need to have a fantastic time in Canterbury, whilst reaching their language goals.
Ethos of school: With over 45 years of experience in supplying English language programmes to the highest standards, Concorde International pay keen attention to each student, ensuring both their language goals and learning experiences are met, with expectations exceeded.
Course selection: Course selection with the school is extensive, offering tuition to students of all levels, all year round. Programmes are available for Adults, Juniors and Families, with several courses incorporating local culture and activities. Exam preparation programmes are available for several exams (FCE, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL, BEC), over various schedules, with Teacher Development, Business English and University Pathway programmes, also popular.
School facilities: Concorde International has excellent facilities, including everything a student may need to feel welcomed and integrated into a friendly and open learning environment. These facilities include a cafeteria, library, lounge area, movie room, free after-class access to language learning software, and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with heating and have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
- The language school Concorde International was founded in Canterbury, England UK in 1972.
- Legal name / parent company: Concorde International LTD
- Tax registration ID: 577/C718
English Courses
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Price at school Our price | 336 320 | 672 639 | 1008 958 | 1344 1277 | 1610 1530 | 1932 1836 | 2576 2448 | 3220 3059 | 3696 3512 | 6468 6145 | 9114 8659 |
Learn English with Concorde International on their General English course - in this case on a schedule of 21 hours per week. You will use a modern course book in order to follow a structured curriculum, with additional activities and materials being provided by the school’s professional and experienced team of teachers.
Every week you will be able to have a progress meeting with your teacher, which is intended to monitor your progress and ensure that you are happy and on track with your language journey within the academy.
Class types are divided into two broad categories: Grammar and accuracy, and Communication skills and fluency. This approach is to give students the tools they need to comprehend and create progressively more complex language structures, and then give them the opportunity to truly put it into practice with dedicated communication sessions.
This course provides a balance of grammar, reading, listening, speaking and writing to improve both accuracy and communication skills.
Morning classes focus on the accurate use of English. Students learn and practise new grammar, functions and vocabulary, and also develop their knowledge of English using set course books and authentic materials:
- Grammar in real-life contexts
- Pronunciation practice
- Written and spoken accuracy
- Skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking
Afternoon classes focus on improving oral communication and fluency, vocabulary extension and skills for real-life purposes.
Weekly tutorials assist your progress and motivation!
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:15
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Price at school Our price | 356 339 | 712 677 | 1068 1015 | 1424 1353 | 1700 1615 | 2040 1938 | 2720 2584 | 3400 3230 | 3888 3694 | 6804 6464 | 9548 9071 |
This course provides a balance of grammar, reading, listening, speaking and writing to improve both accuracy and communication skills. This course can also be used as a route to IELTS and university entry preparation.
The morning classes focus on the accurate use of English. Students learn and practise new grammar, functions and vocabulary, and also develop their knowledge of English using set course books and authentic materials:
- Grammar in real-life contexts
- Pronunciation practice
- Written and spoken accuracy
- Skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking
Afternoon classes focus on improving oral communication and fluency, vocabulary extension and skills for real-life purposes.
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jul 2024 - 25 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price at school Our price | 272 259 | 544 517 | 816 776 | 1088 1034 | 1300 1235 | 1560 1482 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 2976 2828 | 5208 4948 | 7316 6951 |
This is a hybrid course. The lessons are live and allow on-site students and online students to participate in the same class.
This course provides a balance of grammar, reading, listening, speaking and writing to improve both accuracy and communication skills.
The classes focus on the accurate use of English. Students learn and practise new grammar, functions and vocabulary, and also develop their knowledge of English using set course books and authentic materials:
- Grammar in real-life contexts.
- Pronunciation practice.
- Written and spoken accuracy.
- Skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jul 2024 - 25 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 512 487 | 1024 973 | 1536 1460 | 2048 1946 | 2560 2432 | 3072 2919 | 3584 3405 | 4096 3892 | -- | -- | -- |
These courses are particularly for those clients who have only a short time available and require maximum input of English for general, business or specialist English.
Clients may choose the dynamic of a small group for their programme or may select an intensive combination option with the One-to-One Master Class with an exclusive, individual tutor.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 682 648 | 1364 1296 | 2046 1944 | 2728 2592 | 3410 3240 | 4092 3888 | 4774 4536 | 5456 5184 | -- | -- | -- |
These courses are particularly for those clients who have only a short time available and require maximum input of English for general, business or specialist English.
Clients may choose the dynamic of a small group for their programme or may select an intensive combination option with the One-to-One Master Class with an exclusive, individual tutor.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price in £ | 512 487 | 1024 973 | 1536 1460 | 2048 1946 | 2560 2432 | 3072 2919 | 3584 3405 | 4096 3892 | -- | -- | -- |
This course is particularly for those clients who have only a short time available and require maximum input of English for general English.
Course aims:
- To develop your active and passive skills in small group workshops.
- To practise grammar, listening, reading and speaking.
- To focus on English for social situations.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 682 648 | 1364 1296 | 2046 1944 | 2728 2592 | 3410 3240 | 4092 3888 | 4774 4536 | 5456 5184 | -- | -- | -- |
This course is particularly for those clients who have only a short time available and require maximum input of English for general English.
Course aims:
- To develop your active and passive skills in small group workshops
- To practise grammar, listening, reading and speaking
- To focus on English for social situations
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price in £ | 1096 1069 | 2192 2138 | 3288 3206 | 4384 4275 | 5480 5343 | 6576 6412 | 7672 7481 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes 15 language lessons per week, one full-day and one half-day excursion and two locals visits.
Programme features:
- 15 hours of tuition each week
- ‘Conversation Club’ each Tuesday for debates and discussions
- Small classes up to 12 students with 6 language levels available
- Focus on speaking, listening, pronunciation and aspects of British contemporary life
Activities & Excursions: - One full-day and one half-day excursions per week to a cultural destination
- Orientation tour of Canterbury City Centre on first afternoon
- Local visits include the famous Cathedral, Westgate Towers, River Tour
- Two evening activities per week including BBQ
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 1033 1008 | 2066 2015 | 3099 3022 | 4132 4029 | 5165 5036 | 6198 6044 | 7231 7051 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes 15 language lessons per week, one full-day and one half-day excursion and two locals visits.
Programme features:
- 15 hours of tuition each week
- ‘Conversation Club’ each Tuesday for debates and discussions
- Small classes up to 12 students with 6 language levels available
- Focus on speaking, listening, pronunciation and aspects of British contemporary life
Activities & Excursions: - One full-day and one half-day excursions per week to a cultural destination
- Orientation tour of Canterbury City Centre on first afternoon
- Local visits include the famous Cathedral, Westgate Towers, River Tour
- Two evening activities per week including BBQ
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 916 894 | 1832 1787 | 2748 2680 | 3664 3573 | 4580 4466 | 5496 5359 | 6412 6252 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes 15 language lessons per week, one full-day and one half-day excursion and two locals visits.
Programme features:
- 15 hours of tuition each week
- ‘Conversation Club’ each Tuesday for debates and discussions
- Small classes up to 12 students with 6 language levels available
- Focus on speaking, listening, pronunciation and aspects of British contemporary life
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 239 228 | 478 455 | 717 682 | 956 909 | 1195 1136 | 1434 1363 | 1673 1590 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Programme features:
- 15 hours of tuition each week
- ‘Conversation Club’ each Tuesday for debates and discussions
- Small classes up to 12 students with 6 language levels available
- Focus on speaking, listening, pronunciation and aspects of British contemporary life
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 312 297 | 624 593 | 936 890 | 1248 1186 | 1560 1482 | 1872 1779 | 2184 2075 | 2496 2372 | -- | -- | -- |
The 15 hour programme provides study practice of the four essential skills- speaking, listening, reading and writing. The afternoons are free to visit the city or the surrounding countryside and beaches.
The modern university campus is a few minutes' walk from the centre of Canterbury and provides an ideal atmosphere for study and relaxation during your course.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 384 365 | 768 730 | 1152 1095 | 1536 1460 | 1920 1824 | 2304 2189 | 2688 2554 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The 25-hour programme is suitable for those who want an exciting and stimulating course. It combines language learning and practice in the morning with a variety of interesting, up to date topics in the afternoon. Students will have the option to choose from British Culture and Customs, International News and current Affairs, Business English.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price at school Our price | -- | 1024 973 | 1536 1460 | 2048 1946 | 2560 2432 | 3072 2919 | 3584 3405 | 4096 3892 | 4608 4378 | 5120 4864 | 6144 5837 |
This course is for clients with only a short time available and require maximum input of English for general purposes.
Course aims:
- To develop your active and passive skills in small group workshops
- To practise grammar, listening, reading and speaking
- To focus on English for social situations
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in £ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1364 1296 | 2046 1944 | 2728 2592 | 3410 3240 | 4092 3888 | 4774 4536 | 5456 5184 | 6138 5832 | 6820 6479 | 8184 7775 |
This course is particularly for students with only a short time available and require maximum input of English for general purposes.
Course aims:
- To develop your active and passive skills in small group workshops
- To practise grammar, listening, reading and speaking
- To focus on English for social situations
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in £ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 168 160 | 336 320 | 504 479 | 672 639 | 840 798 | 1008 958 | 1176 1118 | 1344 1277 | 1512 1437 | 1680 1596 | 2016 1916 |
Afternoon classes focus on improving oral communication and fluency, vocabulary extension and skills for real-life purposes.
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price in £ | 318 303 | 636 605 | 954 907 | 1272 1209 | 1590 1511 | 1908 1813 | 2226 2115 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This programme includes 15 hours of tuition for the kids.
There is an additional supplement for the Family Activity Programme: GBP 239.
The Activity programme consists of afternoon activities, 2 excursions and 2 evening activities.
The school arranges "English Playtime" for children aged 5 to 7 years, and Junior Summer School for children aged 8 to 17 years.
Parents can study General English at our Adult Summer Centre, or Business English at the Business School.
Two options for families with children: Tuition Only or Tuition & Family Activity Programme.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 557 530 | 1114 1059 | 1671 1588 | 2228 2117 | 2785 2646 | 3342 3175 | 3899 3705 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This programme includes 15 hours of tuition for the kids.
There is an additional supplement for the Family Activity Programme: GBP 239.
The Activity programme consists of afternoon activities, 2 excursions and 2 evening activities.
The school arranges "English Playtime" for children aged 5 to 7 years, and Junior Summer School for children aged 8 to 17 years.
Parents can study General English at our Adult Summer Centre, or Business English at the Business School.
Two options for families with children: Tuition Only or Tuition & Family Activity Programme.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 591 562 | 1182 1123 | 1773 1685 | 2364 2246 | 2955 2808 | 3546 3369 | 4137 3931 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This programme includes 20 hours of tuition for juniors.
There is an additional supplement for the Family Activity Programme: GBP 239.
The Activity programme consists of afternoon activities, 2 excursions and 2 evening activities.
The school arranges "English Playtime" for children aged 5 to 7 years, and Junior Summer School for children aged 8 to 17 years.
Parents can study General English at our Adult Summer Centre, or Business English at the Business School.
Two options for families with children: Tuition Only or Tuition & Family Activity Programme.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | 352 335 | 704 669 | 1056 1004 | 1408 1338 | 1760 1672 | 2112 2007 | 2464 2341 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This programme includes 20 hours of tuition for juniors.
There is an additional supplement for the Family Activity Programme: GBP 239.
The Activity programme consists of afternoon activities, 2 excursions and 2 evening activities.
The school arranges "English Playtime" for children aged 5 to 7 years, and Junior Summer School for children aged 8 to 17 years.
Parents can study General English at our Adult Summer Centre, or Business English at the Business School.
Two options for families with children: Tuition Only or Tuition & Family Activity Programme.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3888 3694 | 7776 7388 |
To access a university in the UK, a good English communication level must be demonstrated, and an ability to participate in seminars, to write essays and to submit assignments or research papers.
These Pathways to University offer a clear route to successful undergraduate or postgraduate entry by achieving the English levels required for different degree disciplines: Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, Business, Natural Sciences.
Start dates:
- 03.01: 24 weeks
Entry requirement: IELTS 4.5; TOEFL 447-483 - 03.04: 12 weeks
Entry requirement: IELTS 5.5; TOEFL 533-570
The University Access Programme is essential preparation for students entering higher education at a British university for foundation, undergraduate or master’s level study. The programme is accepted by local universities for entry to degree-level courses.
The programme has a strong emphasis on: - Academic Study Skills.
- Library Skills.
- Research Methods.
- Note-Taking.
- Presentation Skills.
- Listening to Gist and Main Ideas.
- Summarising and Paraphrasing.
- Reading For Academic Genres.
- IELTS Preparation.
Students will be expected to contribute to class seminars, take part in structured debates and build up their presentation skills.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price at school Our price | -- | 1024 973 | 1536 1460 | 2048 1946 | 2560 2432 | 3072 2919 | 3584 3405 | 4096 3892 | 4608 4378 | 5120 4864 | 6144 5837 |
This courses focuses on business English.
This course is particularly for those clients who have only a short time available and require maximum input of English for business English.
Course helps to develop:
- your confidence in the professional world
- your business skills: socialising, holding meetings, presentations, telephoning negotiation, project management, letter and report writing.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price in £ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1364 1296 | 2046 1944 | 2728 2592 | 3410 3240 | 4092 3888 | 4774 4536 | 5456 5184 | 6138 5832 | 6820 6479 | 8184 7775 |
This courses focuses on business English.
This course is particularly for those clients who have only a short time available and require maximum input of English for business English.
Course helps to develop:
- your confidence in the professional world
- your business skills: socialising, holding meetings, presentations, telephoning negotiation, project management, letter and report writing.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school Our price | -- | 336 320 | 504 479 | 672 639 | 840 798 | 1008 958 | 1176 1118 | 1344 1277 | 1512 1437 | 1680 1596 | 2016 1916 |
This courses focuses on business English.
Course features:
- Career planning: identifying strengths/weaknesses
- How to write an effective CV: matching skills to employer’s needs
- Interview preparation: how to market yourself and answer questions effectively - Strategies for interviews: body language, research
- Assistance in job search
Outcomes: - Practical and pragmatic course to build confidence in the job market
- Ability to self- present confidently
- Understanding what employers require and adapt to their needs
- Increased progress in English usage in the place of work
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price at school Our price | 764 726 | 1528 1452 | 2292 2178 | 3056 2904 | 3820 3629 | 4584 4355 | 5348 5081 | 6112 5807 | 6876 6533 | 7640 7258 | 9168 8710 |
Courses specifically designed for workers of the following fields: Finance, Business Communications, Engineering and Construction, Health and Safety, Medical and Nursing, Oil and Gas, Maritime Industry, Aviation, Tourism and Hospitality.
This course is suitable for professionals in particular sectors who want to develop their English language skills. Each course is designed to meet the group’s specific needs, and is therefore highly suitable for organisations that require specialist language training for their employees.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price in £ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 336 320 | 504 479 | 672 639 | 840 798 | 1008 958 | 1176 1118 | 1344 1277 | 1512 1437 | 1680 1596 | 2016 1916 |
This course prepares students for the PET exam.
Features of the course:
- Intensive preparation with practice exam papers.
- Practise with academic tests.
- Special coaching for examination techniques.
- External examinations can be arranged with examining boards.
- Regular opportunities to enter for examinations.
- Individual counselling for exams.
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in £ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 336 320 | 504 479 | 672 639 | 840 798 | 1008 958 | 1176 1118 | 1344 1277 | 1512 1437 | 1680 1596 | 2016 1916 |
This course prepares students for the FCE exam.
Features of the course:
- Intensive preparation with practice exam papers
- Practise with academic tests
- Special coaching for examination techniques
- External examinations can be arranged with examining boards
- Regular opportunities to enter for examinations
- Individual counselling for exams
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in £ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 336 320 | 504 479 | 672 639 | 840 798 | 1008 958 | 1176 1118 | 1344 1277 | 1512 1437 | 1680 1596 | 2016 1916 |
This course prepares students for the CAE exam.
Features of the course:
- Intensive preparation with practice exam papers
- Practise with academic tests
- Special coaching for examination techniques
- External examinations can be arranged with examining boards
- Regular opportunities to enter for examinations
- Individual counselling for exams
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in £ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 336 320 | 504 479 | 672 639 | 840 798 | 1008 958 | 1176 1118 | 1344 1277 | 1512 1437 | 1680 1596 | 2016 1916 |
This course prepares students for the IELTS exam.
Features of the course:
- Intensive preparation with practice exam papers
- Practise with academic tests
- Special coaching for examination techniques
- External examinations can be arranged with examining boards
- Regular opportunities to enter for examinations
- Individual counselling for exams
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
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Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | 1400 1330 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is addressed to people with little or no previous teaching experience. You will improve both your language and professional skills.
It is a 4 week highly intensive, full time course.
It includes:
- 120 contact hours
- 6 hours of assessed teaching practice
- 6 hours observation of qualified teachers
- 4 written assignments.
- Independent Cambridge Assessor
- Graduation certificate
- Assistance with applying to overseas schools
The school is an accredited Cambridge Teacher Training Centre for CELTA externally validated by Cambridge English Language Assessment.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 9:00 - 16:30
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Price in £ | -- | 872 829 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is designed for primary and secondary school teachers focusing on TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) or CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning).
The course is an excellent combination of theory and practical ideas for busy teachers. Seminars focus on methods and approaches to all areas of English language teaching and learning.
CLIL sessions develop awareness of CLIL methodology and assist teachers in designing activities. The school´s trainers consult with course participants to ensure that seminars are useful, relevant and full of tips to improve your teaching skills and effectiveness in the classroom.
Teachers attending this course will:
- Improve language skills and confidence
- Improve ability to plan CLIL lessons (primary and secondary, all subjects)
- Learn methods to teach vocabulary and skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening)
- Practise adapting materials for use in CLIL lessons
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 16:30
Information for all courses offered by Concorde International
Summer Shuttle Service operates only from 30 Jun to 18 Aug only from Gatwick and Heathrow airports: GBP 175 (one way.
Students booking 21 weeks or more will have a free airport transfer on arrival from Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports.
01 Jan 2024, 02 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024.
Lessons needed per English language 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: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Concorde International
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
- We welcome Muslim students here and we have homestay families who are accustomed to hosting them. The food offered to a Muslim student is usually vegetarian occasionally halal if it is a Muslim homestay.
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 22Number of public PC workstations: 24Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
380 £ return (both ways)
360 £ return (both ways)
340 £ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Dancing | | 7 km |
Football (soccer) | | 1 km |
Golf | | 20 km |
Horse riding | | 30 km |
Sailing | | 30 km |
Squash | | 2 km |
Swimming | | 1 km |
Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | 1 km |
Windsurfing | | 7 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Museum exhibitions
- Beach on sunny days/evenings
- Parks and Gardens
- City cultural events, e.g. International Food Festival in autumn and Canterbury Festival.
Adults - Paid activities
- Ghost tour of Canterbury
- Guided tour of Canterbury
- Concerts at the Cathedral Museum
- Art exhibitions
- Excursions to London, Greenwich, River Thames, London, Oxford, Cambridge, and Brighton
Junior - Free activities
Junior - Paid activities
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in £ | 196 | 392 | 588 | 784 | 980 | 1176 | 1372 | 1568 | 1960 | 2352 | 196 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Christmas supplement (22 Dec to 05 Jan): GBP 40 per week.
Students have a single room and the host provides breakfast and dinner each day. Students enjoy the opportunity to practise their English outside the classroom and experience life in a British home.
Students of the same nationality are placed in different homes unless friends ask to be placed together.
The hosts are located throughout Canterbury, and in the nearby seaside towns of Whitstable and Herne Bay. They are visited and checked by the school´s homestay team.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in £ | 217 | 434 | 651 | 868 | 1085 | 1302 | 1519 | 1736 | 2170 | 2604 | 217 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Students have a single room and the host provides breakfast and dinner each day. Students enjoy the opportunity to practise their English outside the classroom and experience life in a British home.
Students of the same nationality are placed in different homes unless friends ask to be placed together.
The hosts are located throughout Canterbury, and in the nearby seaside towns of Whitstable and Herne Bay. They are visited and checked by the school's homestay team.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in £ | 315 | 630 | 945 | 1260 | 1575 | 1890 | 2205 | 2520 | 3150 | 3780 | 315 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet supplement: GBP 30.
Students have a single room and the host provides breakfast and dinner each day. Students enjoy the opportunity to practise their English outside the classroom and experience life in a British home.
Students of the same nationality are placed in different homes unless friends ask to be placed together.
The hosts are located throughout Canterbury, and in the nearby seaside towns of Whitstable and Herne Bay. They are visited and checked by the school´s homestay team.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in £ | 384 | 768 | 1152 | 1536 | 1920 | 2304 | 2688 | 3072 | 3840 | 4608 | -- |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in £ | 278 | 556 | 834 | 1112 | 1390 | 1668 | 1946 | 2224 | 2780 | 3336 | 278 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Single room and shared facilities or en-suite rooms, subject to availability.
Located within a short walking distance from Canterbury city centre. Canterbury is a vibrant city with 40,000 students at 3 universities. There is a wide range of self-catering options available to students coming to Canterbury to study.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in £ | 189 | 378 | 567 | 756 | 945 | 1134 | 1323 | 1512 | 1890 | 2268 | 189 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Single room and shared facilities or en-suite rooms, subject to availability.
Located within a short walking distance from Canterbury city centre. Canterbury is a vibrant city with 40,000 students at 3 universities. There is a wide range of self-catering options available to students coming to Canterbury to study.
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Price in £ | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 900 | 1080 | 1260 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 180 |
Prices based on accommodation from Monday to Saturday
Price per person
Students choosing to stay in the University Village residential accommodation enjoy independent living and making friends with other international students.
This is budget accommodation, with students sharing the kitchen/dining area.
The communal areas and study bedrooms are serviced weekly.
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Price in £ | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 1960 | 2240 | 2800 | 3360 | 280 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in £ | 364 | 728 | 1092 | 1456 | 1820 | 2184 | 2548 | 2912 | 2640 | 4368 | 364 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
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Student opinions about Concorde International, Canterbury
Student Testimonial Videos
Questions and answers about Concorde International
- I have already passed the B2 and now I am preparing for the C1. Which course should I choose?“If you are looking for a general English course, you can choose any of the school's 15, 21 or 25 lessons/week courses. You will take a level test, either online or in person, on the first day of your course, which will let the school know what your current level is. The school can then place you in the most suitable group. The other students in your class will be at a similar level to you.
However, if you are looking for a CAE (C1) exam preparation course, you should book their Exam Preparation Course - CAE. This course prepares students for the CAE exam.
”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 07, 2023 - What is the ratio between staff and students on campus?“We have a staff-to-student ratio of 1:8 for Young Learners at our schools – I do not include the management teams in this number but if I do then the ratio is typically 1:5 when on school premises.”Danny Bowles, General Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) from Concorde International - Mar 12, 2023
- Can I choose which adolescent centre my child will attend or will the school choose?“Subject to availability, you can choose which school your child will attend.
Concorde International offers courses for teenagers at Canterbury itself, as well as at Ashford School, Kent College and Kingswood School. On our website you can consult the characteristics and dates of these different junior programmes.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023
FAQ about Concorde International, Canterbury
- Do you offer Junior Programs in Spring and Summer?“We have junior programmes running from the end of May to the end of August. This could be extended if there are enough interested students.
We also do year-round High School Integration programmes for juniors who want an authentic experience in an English secondary school and be placed with an English study buddy. We have already placed over 20 students this year alone until the end of February!
Also, our Home Tuition programme can offer English with a teacher in their homes.”Cherry, from Concorde International - Mar 16, 2022 - I'm interested in the Junior: Ashford School - Residential (8 to 17 years old) programme offered by the Concorde International school. What are the arrival and departure days?“Arrival is on Sunday and departure is on Sunday as well. Lessons will be scheduled from Monday to Friday. ”Angela Ligartova, from LanguageCourse.net - May 20, 2022
- I want to travel with my grandchild. Can we stay in the same homestay even if she attends the junior classes and I take the adult course?“Of course, as long as we find a family that has availability for you it is not a problem to arrange homestay in the same family.”Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 12, 2024
- Is the airport transfer fee per person?“Up to 3 students can share the same transfer, for the same price.”Vanessa Johnson, Employee from Concorde International - Jan 30, 2024
- Can I book courses and activities without accommodation for my children so that we can stay together and arrange accommodation on our own?“Yes, of course! You can book the day programme for the children and stay with them outside of the lesson hours. ”Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 14, 2024
- Which countries are students of Concorde International from?The highest Nationality percentage at Concorde International comes from Italy with a 18% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (12%) and Spain (11%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Concorde International offers courses for which ages?Concorde International offers courses from 5 years (Family Study & Activity Programme English Playtime - Tuition only , 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.