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EF International Language CenterBournemouth, England UK

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What we like about the school
  • Spacious private garden with foosball and ping pong table.
  • Located just a few minutes walk from the city centre, the beach and the famous Bournemouth Pier.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: EF International Language Center Bournemouth is located in the coastal city of Bournemouth, in southern England. The school is situated in a lively student area, within a large detached building, on the outskirts of the city centre. Close by, there are several cafés, eateries, restaurants and supermarkets, ensuring that students have all they need to feel comfortable during their time in the city. Relaxing green spaces are never far away, with the Bournemouth Upper Gardens a 9-minute walk from the school. The attractions of the city centre and the Bournemouth coastline are also just a short walk away, such locations as the Bournemouth Pier, the Russell Coats Art Gallery, several bars and clubs, and the Oceanarium, all within a 20-minute walk of the school's front doors. Bournemouth International Airport is within an hours bus journey or 20-minute taxi from the school, ensuring all arrivals and departures can be made with ease.

School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students' all they may need to reach their language goals, in a comfortable environment. Classrooms have state-of-the-art technology, are spacious and have excellent lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a games room, a garden and a variety of games tables. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.

School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!

EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.

Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
  • Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
  • Abbreviated name of school: EF Bournemouth

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center

Comments about courses

The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-6 weeks is EUR 55
7-12 weeks is EUR 95
13-18 weeks is EUR 145
19-24 weeks is EUR 195
25-30 weeks is EUR 245
31-36 weeks is EUR 295
37-42 weeks is EUR 345
43-48 weeks is EUR 395
49-52 weeks is EUR 445.

Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).

Students must book a travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Bournemouth. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:

  • Two weeks: EUR 85.
  • Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
    Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.

    Accommodation:
  • The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 55 per week.
  • Homestays are no further than 60 minutes by public transportation from school.
  • Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
    Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and may change depending on availability and time of year. The 26 lessons is likely to follow the 20 lessons per week structure with the extra six lessons taking place after the morning classes or before the afternoon classes, two lessons on three days. In some cases four extra lessons could fall on the same day for course over 20 hours per week.
Lesson duration
40 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 €
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 120 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
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.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.

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 Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
Note: All courses offered by EF International Language Center, Bournemouth can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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EF International Language Center (EF)

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEAQUALSEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalISI
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
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 EF International Language Center and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Movie room

  • Games room

  • Garden

  • Copy machine

  • Video game console

  • Table tennis

  • Table soccer / football

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Halal food offered at the school

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

  • Classroom equipment

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 18
    Number of public PC workstations: 75

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

Additional comment about facilities of school

The school has a spacious student lounge with large TV, Pool table ,air hockey, consoles, arcade machines and a spacious garden areas for outside leisure and eating.

Student Age

Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses

Airport transfer

London Heathrow Airport:
295 € return (both ways)
Bournemouth Airport:
115 € return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
350 € return (both ways)
More information about airports around Bournemouth and how to get from the airport to Bournemouth on your own here on our Bournemouth 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
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
South America: 85 €
,
Africa: 85 €
,
Asia: 85 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
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 possible
Basketball
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Horse riding
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Examples of free activities
- Student parties
- Football
- Basketball
- Movie Night
- Numerous other academic & non-academic clubs
- Weekly summer beach BBQ and bonfire
- Bingo Night

Adults - Paid activities

Examples of excursions and other activities:
- Football (£3)
- Cinema (£10-18)
- Dinners (£15)
- Bowling (£8)
- Trips to London and Oxford (£65)

Junior - Free activities

- Disco
- Karaoke
- Scavenger hunt

Junior - Paid activities

- VR center
- Bowling
- Harry Potter

Accommodation

Map  

11 Poole Road - BH2 5QR Bournemouth
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FAQ about EF International Language Center,

  • English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 461 € for Summer Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport ( €), Bournemouth Airport ( €), London Gatwick Airport ( €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation ) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation )
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.

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