What we like about the school
- Residence on campus, only 1 minute walk to classes
- Best rated school in Boston
- Excellent rating of teaching quality
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation
- Top rated social activities
- Top rated school facilities
Kings
The language school Kings was founded in Boston, USA in 2011. The school is located on the beautiful wooded campus of Pine Manor College, in the exclusive suburb of Brookline. The campus location ensures safe, attractive surroundings and means that students have access to a huge range of facilities, with the attractions of downtown Boston a short metro ride away. The nearest T-station is Chestnut Hill, just a 15-minute walk from the school.
The school address is: Pine Manor College Campus, 400 Heath Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 - Boston, USA (see on map)
Accreditations and Quality seals
School Size:
Facilities
Cafeteria
Restaurant
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Auditorium
Student support desk
Gym
Volleyball court
Basketball court
Soccer field / football pitch
Tennis courts
Table tennis
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Wheelchair access to classroom
Disabled toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
Number of classrooms:
14Number of public PC workstations:
15Prices include
- Organized activities
- Internet access and use of school computers
- Wireless LAN zone at school
- Free certificate of course attendance
- Language level placement test at first day of classes
- For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by qualified consultant
Course material:
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 120
- Adult courses throughout the year: 70
Average age of students
- in summer: 19 years
- throughout the year: 22 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 8
- Adult courses throughout the year: 6
Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- 12 years for specific Junior courses
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):
5
8
5
7
2
4
9
11
10
2
6
5
2
3
Optional airport transfer
Best arrival airport is General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS).
Logan International Airport:185 US$ pick up
289 US$ return (both ways)
Days without class
In 2018 (including national and regional bank holidays): 15.Jan.2018, 28.May.2018, 04.Jul.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 22.Nov.2018, 23.Nov.2018In 2019 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2019 - 06.Jan.2019 - 21.Jan.2019, 21.Jan.2019, 27.May.2019, 04.Jul.2019, 02.Sep.2019, 28.Nov.2019 - 29.Nov.2019If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are classes recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
English Courses
Lessons per week: 28
| Max. group size: 15
Less
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 980 931 | 1470 1397 | 1960 1862 | 2450 2328 | 2940 2793 | 3430 3259 | 3920 3724 | 4900 4655 | 5460 5187 | 455 433 |
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Students booking 12 weeks or more qualify for up to 4 additional guided/facilitated study sessions per week.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 05.Feb.2018, 05.Mar.2018, 02.Apr.2018, 07.May.2018, 04.Jun.2018, 02.Jul.2018, 06.Aug.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 01.Oct.2018, 05.Nov.2018, 03.Dec.2018, 07.Jan.2019, 04.Feb.2019, 04.Mar.2019, 01.Apr.2019, 06.May.2019, 03.Jun.2019, 01.Jul.2019, 05.Aug.2019, 02.Sep.2019, 07.Oct.2019, 04.Nov.2019, 02.Dec.2019
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 05.Feb.2018, 05.Mar.2018, 02.Apr.2018, 07.May.2018, 04.Jun.2018, 02.Jul.2018, 06.Aug.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 01.Oct.2018, 05.Nov.2018, 03.Dec.2018, 07.Jan.2019, 04.Feb.2019, 04.Mar.2019, 01.Apr.2019, 06.May.2019, 03.Jun.2019, 01.Jul.2019, 05.Aug.2019, 02.Sep.2019, 07.Oct.2019, 04.Nov.2019, 02.Dec.2019
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
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Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 15
Less
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 780 741 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 1950 1853 | 2340 2223 | 2730 2594 | 3120 2964 | 3900 3705 | 4524 4298 | 8520 8094 |
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20 lessons of English + 4 guided independent study lessons per week.
During high season, you might have lessons in the mornings, afternoons, or a combination of both.
During high season, you might have lessons in the mornings, afternoons, or a combination of both.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
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Lessons per week: 28
| Max. group size: 15
357 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 24 weeks)
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 9000 8550 |
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20 lessons General English + 8 lessons Special Interest Groups + up to 4 guided/facilitated self-study sessions per week.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 05.Feb.2018, 05.Mar.2018, 02.Apr.2018, 07.May.2018, 04.Jun.2018, 02.Jul.2018, 06.Aug.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 01.Oct.2018, 05.Nov.2018, 03.Dec.2018, 07.Jan.2019, 04.Feb.2019, 04.Mar.2019, 01.Apr.2019, 06.May.2019, 03.Jun.2019, 01.Jul.2019, 05.Aug.2019, 02.Sep.2019, 07.Oct.2019, 04.Nov.2019, 02.Dec.2019
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 05.Feb.2018, 05.Mar.2018, 02.Apr.2018, 07.May.2018, 04.Jun.2018, 02.Jul.2018, 06.Aug.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 01.Oct.2018, 05.Nov.2018, 03.Dec.2018, 07.Jan.2019, 04.Feb.2019, 04.Mar.2019, 01.Apr.2019, 06.May.2019, 03.Jun.2019, 01.Jul.2019, 05.Aug.2019, 02.Sep.2019, 07.Oct.2019, 04.Nov.2019, 02.Dec.2019
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
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Lessons per week: 32
| Max. group size: 15
0 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6732 6396 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
This course enables you to transfer directly to the first year of a US undergraduate program. It combines English language and academic study skills with extracurricular projects.
Entry requirements: must have completed High School with documented proof of good grades. Minimum age: 16.
25+ hours of lessons per week plus 12–15 hours of independent study.
Course length: 1–6 terms as required (1 term lasts 11-13 weeks). Price is $6732 per term.
Entry requirements: must have completed High School with documented proof of good grades. Minimum age: 16.
25+ hours of lessons per week plus 12–15 hours of independent study.
Course length: 1–6 terms as required (1 term lasts 11-13 weeks). Price is $6732 per term.
Starting dates
2018: 26.Mar.2018, 18.Jun.2018, 17.Sep.2018.
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Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 15
1088 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | 1115 1088 | 2230 2175 | 3345 3262 | 4460 4349 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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Course price includes accommodation
On campus, Double room, Breakfast & lunch & dinner
It includes 3 half-day excursions and 1 full-day excursion per week. Price includes
Supervision 24/7
On campus, Double room, Breakfast & lunch & dinner
It includes 3 half-day excursions and 1 full-day excursion per week. Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Starting dates
2018: 01.Jul.2018, 08.Jul.2018, 15.Jul.2018, 22.Jul.2018.
2019: 30.Jun.2019, 07.Jul.2019, 14.Jul.2019, 21.Jul.2019.
2019: 30.Jun.2019, 07.Jul.2019, 14.Jul.2019, 21.Jul.2019.
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Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 15
352 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 740 703 | 1110 1055 | 1480 1406 | 1850 1758 | 2220 2109 | 2590 2461 | 2960 2812 | 3330 3164 | 3700 3515 | 4440 4218 |
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Visa waiver programme -20 lessons of English language lessons per week + programme of optional sports and social activities, plus a weekly full-day excursion (available at additional cost).
Starting dates
Every Monday .
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Lessons per week: 28
| Max. group size: 15
477 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 2008 1908 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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This course combines 20 lessons of general and business English with 8 lessons
of entrepreneurship-related topics per week, with information about US entrepreneurial culture. Includes lectures from local entrepreneurs and visits to local companies and universities.
Starting dates
2018: 02.Jan.2018, 05.Feb.2018, 05.Mar.2018, 02.Apr.2018, 07.May.2018, 04.Jun.2018, 02.Jul.2018, 06.Aug.2018, 04.Sep.2018, 01.Oct.2018, 05.Nov.2018.
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Lessons per week: 35
| Max. group size: 15
466 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 980 931 | 1470 1397 | 1960 1862 | 2450 2328 | 2940 2793 | 3430 3259 | 3920 3724 | 4410 4190 | 4900 4655 | 5460 5187 |
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The course comprises 20 instructor-led lessons, 8 guided structured study sessions, and 7 targeted practice sessions per week. You will be expected to complete at least five hours of self-study assignments each week. Also included are regular progress tests and mock exams. Students are responsible for booking their own exam dates. Test fee is subject to change and is not included in the price.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Exam fee
200 US$
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Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 15
352 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 740 703 | 1110 1055 | 1480 1406 | 1850 1758 | 2220 2109 | 2590 2461 | 2960 2812 | 3330 3164 | 3700 3515 | 4440 4218 |
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The TOEFL iBT preparation course is designed to improve students’ overall English language proficiency, build academic vocabulary, and enhance student performance on academic tasks in all four sections of the exam. 20 instructor-led lessons per week. Students are responsible for booking their own exam dates. Test fee is subject to change and is not included in the price.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
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Lessons per week: 35
| Max. group size: 15
483 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 1016 966 | 1524 1448 | 2032 1931 | 2540 2413 | 3048 2896 | 3556 3379 | 4064 3861 | 4572 4344 | 5080 4826 | 5664 5381 |
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20 instructor-led TOEFL skills practice lessons + 8 instructor-led TOEFL-focussed lessons + 7 targeted practice sessions per week plus homework.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
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Lessons per week: 28
| Max. group size: 15
433 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 12 weeks)
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5460 5187 |
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Prices 2018
20 lessons of General English + 8 lessons of exam preparation per week.
Minimum of 5 hours of homework per week. Two sets of mock exams before the exam. Test fee is subject to change and is not included in the price. Students are responsible for submitting exam application forms.
Minimum of 5 hours of homework per week. Two sets of mock exams before the exam. Test fee is subject to change and is not included in the price. Students are responsible for submitting exam application forms.
Starting dates
2018: 19.Mar.2018, 10.Sep.2018.
2019: 09.Sep.2019.
2019: 09.Sep.2019.
Exam dates
12.Jun.2018, 04.Dec.2018
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Lessons per week: 28
| Max. group size: 12
433 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 12 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5460 5187 |
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Prices 2018
20 lessons of General English + 8 lessons of exam preparation per week.
Minimum of 5 hours of homework per week. Two sets of mock exams before the exam. Test fee is subject to change and is not included in the price. Students are responsible for submitting exam application forms.
Minimum of 5 hours of homework per week. Two sets of mock exams before the exam. Test fee is subject to change and is not included in the price. Students are responsible for submitting exam application forms.
Starting dates
2018: 19.Mar.2018, 10.Sep.2018.
2019: 09.Sep.2019.
2019: 09.Sep.2019.
Exam dates
13.Jun.2018, 05.Dec.2018
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Note: All courses offered by Kings, Boston can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration: 45 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 75 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Comments about courses:Included:
ClassMate: supplementary online learning to help you to develop fluency. Multimedia projects and exercises which integrate with class-based lessons.
ClassMate: supplementary online learning to help you to develop fluency. Multimedia projects and exercises which integrate with class-based lessons.
Accommodation
In high demand!
Double room, Full board on weekdays, half board on weekends
| Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1260 US$ per month
Less
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 630 | 945 | 1260 | -- | 200 |
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Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
The residence offers good quality single and twin rooms with 6 students sharing a central bathroom area. There is also a common room on each floor. Communal areas are cleaned bi-weekly, students clean their own rooms.
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Double room.
Distance from school:
1 minutes walking
Includes:
Towels, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Full board on weekdays, half board on weekends, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 16
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
| Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1580 US$ per month
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 790 | 1185 | 1580 | -- |
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Internet included subject to our fair usage policy, except for high season when it is not guaranteed.
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 16
Dates
High season dates 22.Dec.2018 - 30.Dec.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 70 US$ Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Twin room, Breakfast & 1 meal
| Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1360 US$ per month
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 680 | 1020 | 1360 | -- |
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
During low season, twin rooms are only available for two people travelling together.
Internet included subject to our fair usage policy; cannot be guaranteed in high season. No extra nights bookable.
Internet included subject to our fair usage policy; cannot be guaranteed in high season. No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Twin room.
Includes:
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 16
Single room, Full board on weekdays, half board on weekends
| Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1580 US$ per month
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 790 | 1185 | 1580 | -- | 200 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
The residence offers good quality single and twin rooms with 6 students sharing a central bathroom area. There is also a common room on each floor. Communal areas are cleaned bi-weekly, students clean their own rooms.
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Distance from school:
1 minutes walking
Includes:
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Full board on weekdays, half board on weekends, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 16
- Homestay:
Some homestays might be up to 60 minutes away by public transport.
Christmas supplement: USD 70 per week.
Students under 18 years old can stay a maximum of 3 weeks.
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 5 km |
| Baseball | | |
| Basketball | | |
| Dancing | | 5.5 km |
| Football (soccer) | | |
| Golf | | 2 km |
| Horse riding | | 20 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 10 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 10 km |
| Music | | |
| Sailing | | 10 km |
| Skiing | | 15 km |
| Swimming | | 5 km |
| Table Tennis | | |
| Tennis | | 1 km |
| Volleyball | | |
| Windsurfing | | 10 km |
| Yoga | | 2 km |
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Overall rating
1 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usCity
5.0/5.0
Organisation
5.0/5.0
Facilities
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Course quality / Progress in language
5.0/5.0
Value for money
3.0/5.0
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