Babel FishCornwall, England UK
- Babel Fish students get a discount on all food and drinks purchased at the Garden Café.
- Located at the Heritage Cottages in Trenance Gardens, with a small stream running past the school’s front door.
- Top rated school facilities (4.5/5.0)
- Cornwall is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- Do not offer favourable terms in the case of requesting a cancellation/refund.
Location: A unique small school situated in a beautifully maintained public park in Newquay, with no desire to be the biggest language school in England and instead focusing on providing a high standard of teaching. Close to the Atlantic, the 'Cornish Attitude' is based on enjoying a healthy and active lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty.
Additional information: Staff are very passionate about adding value to each and every language stay. You will not be just another student, you will be part of the family.
- The language school Babel Fish was founded in Cornwall, England UK in 2012.
- Legal name / parent company: Babel Fish Limited
- Tax registration ID: 11043311
English Courses
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Price at School Our price | 780 761 | 1560 1521 | 2340 2282 | 3120 3042 | 3900 3803 | 4680 4563 | 5460 5324 | 6240 6084 | 7800 7605 | 9360 9126 | 780 761 |
Course is comprised of minimum 15 hours classroom based English, covering a variety of topics and working on speaking, fluency and writing. Grammar topics will be covered as necessary. The other 15 hours are made up of conversational classes outside of the classroom - visiting historical and cultural sights with an English teacher who will be guiding students on the tour but also with their English.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:30
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Price at School Our price | 480 456 | 960 912 | 1440 1368 | 1920 1824 | 2400 2280 | 2880 2736 | 3360 3192 | 3840 3648 | 4800 4560 | 5760 5472 | 480 456 |
The course is comprised of 15 hours of classroom-based English, covering a variety of topics and working on speaking, fluency and writing. Grammar topics will be covered as necessary. The school promote debate and topical conversation drawing on the experiences of the students and the teachers.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
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Price in £ | 845 824 | 1690 1648 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Perfect for more mature students who wish to experience all the beautiful things that Cornwall has to offer, combining cultural visits with relevant English classes. It inlcudes the art galleries of St Ives, the cliff-top Minack Theatre, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, the Barbara Hepworth Museum, Lanhydrock House, St Micheal’s Mount, Camel Valley Vineyards, the Eden Project, and walking tours of the coastline to key Rosamaunde Pilcher and Poldark locations.
The course focuses on speaking, listening, reading and writing. The school works on grammar as and when necessary according to the needs of the students.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:00
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Price at School Our price | 795 776 | 1590 1551 | 2385 2326 | 3180 3101 | 3975 3876 | 4770 4651 | 5565 5426 | 6360 6201 | 7950 7752 | 9540 9302 | 795 776 |
The course is open to all ages and English levels. What makes this course different is that students are immersed in language all day, even when they’re out enjoying the sea. With the beautiful Atlantic coastline as the backdrop, taking this course is much more than just about English.
The course includes general topics of conversation to help students with the fundamentals of language - the school encourage debate and discussion and works on speaking, listening, writing and grammar.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:00
Information for all courses offered by Babel Fish
Transfers (each way):
Newquay bus/train station – Free
Newquay Airport – GBP 15
Bodmin Parkway train station – GBP 30
Exeter Airport – GBP 150
Bristol Airport – GBP 250
01 Jan 2024, 10 Apr 2024, 08 May 2024, 25 May 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 28 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Babel Fish
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Restaurant
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 4Number of public PC workstations: 1Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Basketball | | - |
Cooking | | - |
Diving | | 1 km |
Golf | | 1 km |
Horse riding | | - |
Mountainbiking | | 1 km |
Music | | - |
Squash | | - |
Swimming | | - |
Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | 1 km |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
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Price in £ | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 900 | 1080 | 1260 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 180 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Extra Dietary requirements: GBP 35 per week
There is no better way to unlock a new language than through using it.
By choosing to stay with one of our host families, not only do you extend your learning experience beyond the classroom, you also experience Newquay and Cornwall more fully.
The majority of our host families are within walking distance of the school. Although the type of house varies, you’re always welcomed into a friendly home, with your own room and with breakfast and dinner provided.
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Questions and answers about Babel Fish
- Is it true that the average age is very low in the summer?“Yes, in July the majority of students are teenagers but in August and September, they are adult students.”Alex Trumble, from Babel Fish - May 19, 2023
- Can I book the course " English with Surfing 15" without accommodation?“Yes, this is possible. We deduct the costs for the host family from the course price here.”Alex Trumble, Director from Babel Fish - Jun 21, 2023
- I have 3 children aged 9, 12 and 13 years. Can they participate in the course with surfing?“The age of 9 is too young for our English course, but it is ok for surfing. You can only book surf lessons.”Alex Trumble, Director from Babel Fish - Jun 21, 2023
FAQ about Babel Fish,
- What is the best price for a course at Babel Fish, Cornwall?English courses at Babel Fish start at 456 £ for General English 15 course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Babel Fish?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Babel Fish
- What is the number of students per class at Babel Fish?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Babel Fish varies from 10 students (Bildungsurlaub) to 10 students (Bildungsurlaub)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Babel Fish?100% of teachers at Babel Fish hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Babel Fish from?The highest Nationality percentage at Babel Fish comes from Germany with a 20% representation, followed by students from Italy (20%) and Switzerland (20%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Babel Fish offers courses for which ages?Babel Fish offers courses from 14 years to 99. Average age is 16 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.