Riviera English SchoolTorquay, England UK
Riviera English School has ceased operations - Permanently closed down
Location: Riviera English School is located in the English seaside town of Torquay. Highlighted as part of the "English Riviera" and included in the UNESCO Global Geopark status given to the area, Torquay and its surrounding areas offer students beautiful beaches, vibrant green spaces and a collection of fascinating landscapes, rock formations and sites of geological interest. The Riviera English School is a medium-sized, family-owned school, housed in an iconic building in the heart of Torquay, surrounded by cafés, shops, and restaurants.
School facilities: A school with over 20 years of teaching English as a foreign language, Riviera English school is well equipped in terms of its curriculum as well as its facilities, to assist students in reaching their language goals in a comfortable and friendly environment. The school's facilities include a library, computer lab, free access to after-class language learning software, a movie room, lounge area, garden and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with televisions, heating and have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Course selection: Course selection includes General English, suitable for students of all levels, Business English, IELTS Exam Preparation and Junior programme during the summer months.
Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available through the school, in Homestays with local families.
Social and Cultural: Riviera English School offers a carefully selected programme of activities and excursions that take full advantage of Torquay as well as the surrounding areas.
- The language school Riviera English School was founded in Torquay, England UK in 1996.
- Legal name / parent company: Riviera English School Limited
- Tax registration ID: 4689439
English Courses
Information for all courses offered by Riviera English School
Comments about courses
Airport transfer:
(Heathrow-Torquay is GBP 75
Torquay-Heathrow is GBP 75
Return is GBP 150
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
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
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 Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Note: All courses offered by Riviera English School, Torquay can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Riviera English School
English teacher qualifications
90% 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 9:00
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Riviera English School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 11
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 30
Throughout the year: 15
Junior courses - In summer: 100
Minimum age of students
16 years
11 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Junior courses In summer: 4
Junior courses Throughout the year: 3
Top student nationalities
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
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.
FAQ about Riviera English School,
- What is the best price for a course at Riviera English School, Torquay?
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Riviera English School?90% of teachers at Riviera English School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Riviera English School from?The highest Nationality percentage at Riviera English School comes from Spain with a 10% representation, followed by students from Germany (10%) and France (10%).
Torquay
More information about Torquay including climate data and events on our Torquay page with a list of all 7 English schools in Torquay.