English school in West Coast: English-in-Barbados
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Our language school in Barbados offers 4 different course locations on the west coast. The place where you will study depends on the type of course and accommodation that you choose according to your needs, specific requirements and expectations. English lessons, private or in small groups (4 students per class) take place in comfortable and high-rate hotels. You will therefore study English in your place of residence and will be able to fully enjoy all hotel facilities for winding down and relaxing after lessons. In fact, the "English in Barbados" philosophy is above all that you will be able to learn English in a serious and relaxed manner while enjoying unforgettable holidays on a dream island.
Information
Courses
Standard course
Lessons: 15 of 60 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 4 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:45-12:00
English course - 'Caribbean cocktail'
Lessons: 15 to 60 minutes
Duration of course: 1 to 4 weeks
Levels: Elementary to advanced
Members per class: Maximum 4 people
Minimum age: 18
Lesson times: 08.45-12.00
Course location:
'Southern Palms Beach Club' in St. Lawrence between Bridgetown and Oistins
or 'Amaryllis Beach Resort' to the South of Bridgetown
English course - private
Lessons: 5, 10 or 15 lessons of 60 minutes
Duration of course: 1 to 4 weeks
Levels: Beginners to advanced
Members per class: 1 person
Minimum age: 18 years
Lesson times: to determine with your teacher
Course location:
'Almond Beach Village' at St Peter near Speightstown
or 'Almond Beach Club & Spa' at St James near to Holetown
Lessons: 15 to 60 minutes
Duration of course: 1 to 4 weeks
Levels: Elementary to advanced
Members per class: Maximum 4 people
Minimum age: 18
Lesson times: 08.45-12.00
Course location:
'Southern Palms Beach Club' in St. Lawrence between Bridgetown and Oistins
or 'Amaryllis Beach Resort' to the South of Bridgetown
English course - private
Lessons: 5, 10 or 15 lessons of 60 minutes
Duration of course: 1 to 4 weeks
Levels: Beginners to advanced
Members per class: 1 person
Minimum age: 18 years
Lesson times: to determine with your teacher
Course location:
'Almond Beach Village' at St Peter near Speightstown
or 'Almond Beach Club & Spa' at St James near to Holetown
Accommodation
Hotels in Barbados
Our partner school is housed in the best hotels on the west coast of Barbados: the 'Southern Palms Beach Club', the 'Amaryllis Beach Resort', the 'Almond beach Village' and the 'Almond Beach & Spa'.
The first two (located between Bridgetown and Oistins) are designed for those wishing to follow the standard English course. All rooms have a patio and balcony, a private bathroom, and you will have access to various facilities: television, telephone, small refrigerator, hairdryer... If you choose a studio or a suite, you will also be able to enjoy a fully-equipped kitchenette. Internet access is available in the cybercafé; Wifi access is also possible from certain rooms or suites. With the beach, swimming pools and magnificent gardens, you will enjoy a dream setting for following 'Caribbean cocktail' language courses.
The other two are large deluxe hotels including full board and are also available to you for the 'tailor-made' programmes of private English courses: the 'Almond Beach Village' (in St Peter to the north of Speightstown) and the 'Almond Beach Club & Spa' (in St James to the south of Holetown). These two centres offer exceptional comfort for taking English courses: gardens, swimming pools, fitness centres, tennis, golf, bars, cafés, restaurants and discos. The 'Almond Beach Village' is particularly recommended if you come with children.
Please contact us for more detailed information on different hotels as well as for prices.
Our partner school is housed in the best hotels on the west coast of Barbados: the 'Southern Palms Beach Club', the 'Amaryllis Beach Resort', the 'Almond beach Village' and the 'Almond Beach & Spa'.
The first two (located between Bridgetown and Oistins) are designed for those wishing to follow the standard English course. All rooms have a patio and balcony, a private bathroom, and you will have access to various facilities: television, telephone, small refrigerator, hairdryer... If you choose a studio or a suite, you will also be able to enjoy a fully-equipped kitchenette. Internet access is available in the cybercafé; Wifi access is also possible from certain rooms or suites. With the beach, swimming pools and magnificent gardens, you will enjoy a dream setting for following 'Caribbean cocktail' language courses.
The other two are large deluxe hotels including full board and are also available to you for the 'tailor-made' programmes of private English courses: the 'Almond Beach Village' (in St Peter to the north of Speightstown) and the 'Almond Beach Club & Spa' (in St James to the south of Holetown). These two centres offer exceptional comfort for taking English courses: gardens, swimming pools, fitness centres, tennis, golf, bars, cafés, restaurants and discos. The 'Almond Beach Village' is particularly recommended if you come with children.
Please contact us for more detailed information on different hotels as well as for prices.
Leisure
There is no shortage of activities on this paradise island. First there is sport, with tennis, golf, sailing, diving (Barbados ranks 6th in the world for the best diving spots), so it is impossible to get bored! However, Barbados is also a place of culture where you can visit former plantations, the capital Bridgetown or even the island's nature reserve. These activities can be done as a part of or outside of the course programme and they will allow you to get to know many new people, both islanders and other international students.
At a glance
/ in summary...
| Number of inhabitants in Barbados |
290,000 |
| Size of language school |
M |
| Levels |
Beginners to advanced |
| Minimum age |
18 years |
| Accommodation in Barbados |
Hotel |
| English exams |
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Quality marks
/ language school English-in-Barbados
Key points
- A unique concept combining relaxation and culture
- Learning English in an unusual and paradisal location
- Being on holiday at the same time as progressing in English
- Lessons in small groups (max. 4 students)
Nationality Mix
Dates and Prices
/ Dates and prices in USD
(USD 1 ≈ EUR 0.7)
For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us.
| Starting dates: | every Monday, all year round |
| Bank holidays: | 21.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 28.04 / 01.05 / 24.05 / 01.08 / 02.08 / 30.11 .2010 |
| School holidays: | 17.12.2010 - 02.01.2011 |
Included in price:
- Language course & course material
- Hotel
- School enrolment fee & certificate
- Documents & travel guide
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
| Standard course | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week(s) | 1883 | 1676 |
| 2 week(s) | 3766 | 3352 |
| 3 week(s) | 5649 | 5028 |
| 4 week(s) | 7532 | 6704 |
| Extra week (4+) | 1883 | 1676 |
| Options/Extras | |
|---|---|
| One-to-one course (5 lessons/week) | 400 |
| One-to-one course (10 lessons/week) | 800 |
| Other Types of Accommodation | |
|---|---|
| Hotel/single room/no meals (Southern Palms Beach Club) | +1283/w. |
| Hotel/single room/no meals (Amaryllis Beach Resort) | -207/w. |
| Hotel/single room/breakfast (Southern Palms Beach Club) | +165/w. |
| Hotel/single room/breakfast (Amaryllis Beach Resort) | -60/w. |
| High season | |
|---|---|
| Hotel/single room/no meals (Southern Palms Beach Club) (04.01.10 - 17.04.10) | +902/w. |
| Hotel/single room/no meals (Amaryllis Beach Resort) (04.01.10 - 17.04.10) | +630/w. |
| Hotel/single room/breakfast (Southern Palms Beach Club) (04.01.10 - 17.04.10) | +902/w. |
| Hotel/single room/breakfast (Amaryllis Beach Resort) (04.01.10 - 17.04.10) | +630/w. |

