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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
School's administrative fee
80.00 £
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

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 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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Riviera English School

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UKWYSE/FIYTOPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
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
Visa - logoMastercard - logoEurocard - logoJCB - logoBank Transfer - logo

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.

Map  

Hagley House, 38-40 The Terrace - TQ11BN Torquay
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FAQ about Riviera English School,

  • English courses at Riviera English School start at 0 £ for course with lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • 90% of teachers at Riviera English School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Riviera English School comes from Spain with a 10% representation, followed by students from Germany (10%) and France (10%).

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