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Kaplan International LanguagesTorquay, England UK

From 230£ per week
What we like about the school
  • Optional access to K+ : online platform
  • Beautiful school grounds with a private swimming pool, an on-site cafe and a gazebo with lovely views out to sea.
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Location: Kaplan International Languages in Torquay is located on the outskirts of the city. It is in a quiet residential neighbourhood, with a smattering of local shops and pubs.

Getting around: The centre of Torquay is a 20-minute walk from the school entrance. There are also buses that get to the centre. The stops are a short walk from the school, and the total journey time is around 15 minutes depending on the time of day.

Local attractions: The small beach resort of Torquay offers its visitors museums to learn more about the area, shops, cafes and local restaurants. The area has a number of interesting natural attractions especially along the coastline. The other side of the coast sits Babbacombe Beach and Oddicombe Beach. These are next to each other, and are both around 30 minutes by public transport, or a 35-minute walk from the school.

Courses: There are general English courses, an IELTS supplementary class, a business supplementary course and long term English programmes.

40+ Programme: Kaplan in Torquay offers a specific programme for those over 40 years old. This is a two week course that includes activities during the week and one full day excursion.

School facilities: The school has modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards, a student lounge, study centre, a swimming pool and wifi throughout.

School chain: Kaplan Inc. is part of Graham Holdings, formerly of the Washington Post Company. A multinational group, Kaplan currently has schools in 9 countries throughout the world and has assisted over a million students in reaching their personal, professional and language goals.
With over 80 years of experience in the field, Kaplan schools are run to the highest of standards and have regularly been recognised with awards from within the Education Sector.
Kaplan is confident in their teaching methods, as is ensured with their "Kaplan Guaranteed Progress".
Kaplan International Languages is accredited by multiple international accreditors, including ACCET, the British Council, English Australia, Languages Canada, English New Zealand and ACELS.
  • Kaplan International Languages operated previously under the name Kaplan International English, Aspect ILA.
  • The language school Kaplan International Languages was founded in Torquay, England UK in 1992.
  • Legal name / parent company: Aspect Education Limited
  • Tax registration ID: GB152088224

English Courses

General Language
Business
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by Kaplan International Languages

Comments about courses

Optional add-ons:

  • Access to K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 12 months after departure: GBP 100.
  • Access to K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 3 months after departure: GBP 50.

    Extras:
  • Medical & Travel insurance: GBP 10 per week.
  • Change fee: GBP 70 (if changes are made after arrival).

    -Booking with confidence Plus: GBP 40.

    The times are a sample timetable and may change, lessons may vary from morning to afternoon, depending on availability.

    Orientation starts every Monday at 09:15.
Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
135.00 £
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 80 £. 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 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 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
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Kaplan International Languages

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOBritish councilEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
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 9:15
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Kaplan International Languages and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • 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)

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in most classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 10
    Number of public PC workstations: 20

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7

Top student nationalities

Age of students

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)
40 £
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
Ballet2 km
Basketball1 km
Cooking-
Cricket1 km
Dancing1 km
Diving2 km
Field Hockey1 km
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf3 km
Horse riding8 km
Mountainbiking12 km
Music1 km
Rugby1 km
Sailing3 km
Skiing4 km
Squash2 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis-
Tennis1 km
Volleyball1 km
Windsurfing2 km
Yoga2 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

School does not offer this.

Adults - Paid activities

National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth: GBP 25–40
Water Sports: GBP 10-35
Dartmoor National Park: GBP 30-40
Bowling: GBP 7
Cornwall Trip: GBP 30–40
Boat Trip around Torbay: GBP 10-35
Agatha Christie Tour: GBP 20-30

Accommodation

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30 Ash Hill Road - TQ1 3HZ Torquay
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FAQ about Kaplan International Languages,

  • At Kaplan International, Torquay, the minimum stay with a host family is 2 weeks.
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 16, 2023
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Kaplan
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Kaplan varies from 15 students (Semi-Intensive English) to 15 students (Semi-Intensive English)
  • 100% of teachers at Kaplan International Languages hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Kaplan International Languages comes from Italy with a 28% representation, followed by students from Spain (22%) and France (21%).

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