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English school in Cambridge: EC

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345.- GBP

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Excellent historic and student town
Modern and well-equipped school located in a magnificent area
Competent teachers and welcoming atmosphere

The school

Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Exams: Cambridge (B2 First, C1 Advanced), IELTS
School size: L
Accommodations: Host family, Residence, Student house
Disabled access: Disabled access at school
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 16 years
Average age: 25 years
Nationality mix: Italy, South Korea, Switzerland, etc..
ratings: 253 authentic opinions

Located in the heart of Cambridge, our partner school offers a comfortable study environment in a building with spacious, modern classrooms. There is a wide choice of restaurants, cafés and shops nearby. Spread over 3 floors, the course centre is fitted with state-of-the-art audiovisual and learning facilities. The teachers are all highly qualified and carry on Cambridge's long-standing tradition of excellence in education. There are 14 bright classrooms with interactive whiteboards, a large reception area, a student lounge with 26 computers and free Wi-Fi available to students from all over the world.

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Optional language workshops
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Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:15 or 14:45-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates

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Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-14:30 or 13:00-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

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Starting dates

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Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes; (20 general + 10 English for Work)
Course duration: 1 - 23 week(s)
Levels: Lower intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-14:30 or 13:00-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

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Starting dates

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Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes; (20 general + 10 English in the City)
Course duration: 1 - 10 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-14:30 or 13:00-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Upper intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-14:30 or 13:00-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Exam dates: 22.08.2019

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Starting dates 4 wk

29.07.2019

Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 12 week(s); + 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-14:30 or 13:00-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Exam dates: 11.06, 03.12.2019

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Starting dates 12 wk

18.03 / 09.09.2019

Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 / 12 week(s)
Levels: Upper intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-14:30 or 13:00-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Exam dates: 23.08, 07.12.2019

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Starting dates 4 wk

29.07.2019

Starting dates 12 wk

16.09.2019

Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 12 week(s); + 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels: Upper intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-14:30 or 13:00-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Exam dates: 12.06.2019

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Starting dates 12 wk

18.03.2019

Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 - 23 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:15 or 14:45-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

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Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 - 23 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-14:30 or 13:00-18:00 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 06.05 / 27.05 / 26.08 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Host family: arrivals after 10pm may not be possible. Other accommodation options: arrivals between 8pm and 8am may not be possible.

Students arriving at the airport from 8pm to 8am must pre book an arrival transfer, or may check in after 9am.

Please contact us for further information

Options/Extras

One-to-one course (min. 2 lessons) (per lesson)	80 GBP
IELTS exam fee (to be paid on site) 2019 official prices to be confirmed
B2 First Cambridge exam fee (to be paid on site) 2019 official prices to be confirmed
C1 Advanced Cambridge exam fee (to be paid on site) 2019 official prices to be confirmed
Supplement Course high season (per wk.) (17.06-13.09.2019)	15 GBP
PLUS activities (per week) (06.07 - 17.08 ( 16 -17 Years old)) 3 half day activities per week+ 1 full day excursion to London ( minimum 2 week stay)	95 GBP
Additional night compulsory (C1 Advanced: 07.12.2019 (Price on request))
Student House Deposit (to be paid on site)	150 GBP
Residence deposit (to be paid on site) (Kite House )	150 GBP
Residence deposit (Jesus College Residence - credit card details)
Supplement Accommodation high season (per wk.) (15.06-14.09.2019: between 10 GBP and 30 GBP per week) Consult our online price calculator
Airport transfer (Stansted - one-way)	105 GBP
Airport transfer (Luton - one-way)	110 GBP
Airport transfer (Heathrow/London City - one-way)	175 GBP
Airport transfer (Southend - one-way)	150 GBP
Airport transfer (Gatwick - one-way)	210 GBP
Train station transfer (St. Pancras - one-way)	175 GBP
Free services offered by EC schools EC offers you a range of services free of charge, including conversation and pronunciation clubs, sightseeing visits, sports and cultural activities, discussions around a cup of coffee, a drink or a meal, movie evenings, outings and welcome parties for new students. Contact us for more information concerning the free academic extras offered at EC Cambridge.

Other accommodation options

Residence, single room, no meals (private bathroom) (Kite House)

Residence, single or shared room, half-board (Jesus College, 06.07 - 17.08 ( 16 -17 Years old))

Host family, double room, half board

Host family, single room, no meals

Host family, single room, breakfast

Host family, single room, half board (private bathroom)

Student house, double room, no meals

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100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

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94% of students recommending this school

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Shannons M.

20 years old - Switzerland

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Credo che in estate ci sia un ricambio di allievi e docenti troppo veloce ed è tutto un po' confusionario. Per lunghi periodi sconsiglierei l'estate se possibile. Oltretutto in estate aumenta molto il numero di chi parla italiano causa vacanze varie, nonostante la percentuale annuale risulti forse bassa.

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« La pratica nell'utilizzo della lingua è stata sicuramente d'aiuto, però credo che a livelli alti (da B2 circa) la maggior parte della grammatica debba essere considerata appresa, in modo che ci si possa concentrare su altri aspetti della lingua, in particolare il suo utilizzo da parte dei madrelingua. »

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« Molto centrale, docenti per lo più simpatici, staff disponibilissimo »

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Chiara P.

35 years old - Italy

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Questo è stato il secondo anno in cui ho partecipato a un soggiorno linguistico. L'esperienza è stata molto bella anche se all'inizio non è stato facile, a causa della differenza di età che c'era con gli altri studenti. Poi però con il passare dei giorni mi sono ambientata e il soggiorno linguistico si è rivelato molto positivo e interessante. Sia la scuola che i professori mi sono piaciuti molto: erano molto preparati e rendevano le lezioni attive e interessanti. C'era un dialogo positivo e continuo con gli insegnanti che si mostravano sempre pronti ad aiutarti. Il Residence Study Inn mi è stato consigliato dalla responsabile dell'agenzia con cui ho organizzato il viaggio. Ho trovato il residence adatto alle mie esigenze; inoltre si trova vicino alla scuola e vicino al centro storico, in una zona molto tranquilla. Anche la stanza mi è piaciuta tanto: era confortevole e con tutto il necessario.Lo staff si è mostrato sempre gentile e disponibile.

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« A scuola mi è piaciuto il clima positivo e sempre allegro che si respirava e le lezioni che sono state molto interessanti. Anche lo staff si è mostrato molto disponibile e gentile. »

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Chiara C.

21 years old - Italy

/ 5

Assistenza ESL ottima, io ho parlato con Jacopo Fossati nella sede di Monza. Mi ha spiegato tutto in modo molto dettagliato e completo. Prima della partenza mi hanno inviato tutte le informazioni e mi hanno fornito completa assistenza. Viaggio studio indimenticabile, credo che sicuramente sarò intenzionata a rifare un’esperienza del genere

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Do you think you've made progress?

« Penso di aver fatto dei progressi sia per quanto riguarda il miglioramento della lingua inglese, sia per quanto riguarda l’aver acquisito maggior indipendenza »

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« Ottima posizione, struttura molto valida, personale disponibile e cordiale, aule spaziose e pulite, mix di nazionalità per interagire con studenti di tutte le nazionalità, tante attività sia durante la settimana che durante il weekend »

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Laura L.

16 years old - Austria

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Die schule hat mir sehr gut gefallen Es war eine tolle erfahrung

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« Meine Alltagssprache hat sich verbessert und es fällt mir jetzt nach der Reise einfach leichter flüssig zu reden »

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« Die Schule war sehr modern eingerichtet und auch sehr übersichtlich gestaltet. »

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Testimonials

Nolwen Guilbaud

EC, Cambridge

I stayed at the EC school in Cambridge, which is a really good school. Located in a brand new building, the classrooms are all equipped with multimedia boards and a presenter. The lessons are playful and interesting, they will definitely allow you to make progress in English. Moreover, the welcoming staff as well as the teachers are really nice and will do everything to help you if you are facing any kind of problem. Which is really good. I was won over by this work method, which allows you to participate with all the students and even the teachers. There is a very good atmosphere in the classroom, which allows you to connect with the other students. This method allows you to make progress in the way you express yourself in English, in your understanding but also in your writing. I personally think I made progress in all these areas.

I am also very satisfied with the organization of ESL and with the staff who knows how to listen to you and does whatever is necessary to answer all your questions.

I personally loved my stay.

I only have one thing to say, thanks for this beautiful experience!

Theepan Ratneswaran

EC, Cambridge
Duration: 8 weeks

Punting, King’s College, Great St Mary’s – this is Cambridge. The central library in the shopping centre, the pub The Eagle, the place where DNA was discovered and many English schools – this is Cambridge too.

The renowned English university town, located 80 km to the north east of London and of the same size as Bern, is not famous for its parties, but rather for its teaching tradition. The EC school where I studied English is located in the town centre, right next to the venerable marketplace and the recently inaugurated Grand Arcade commercial centre. If you don’t want to give up parties, even though your course schedule is quite busy, you are welcome to visit the town’s numerous pubs, nightclubs and student houses. Despite the peaceful atmosphere of the place, you can have fun everywhere – because where there are students, there are parties!

Kathrin Gabriel-Jürgens

EC, Cambridge
Duration: 8 weeks

Spending 8 weeks in Cambridge is an incredible and unforgettable experience. The location of the EC school was just perfect. Right in the centre of the town, next to the shopping centre and to Market Square. At lunchtime, I would visit the market and taste some local specialties together with my friends from all over the world.

The teachers were extremely friendly and spent a lot of time with the students, even after classes. For instance, they often took part in the weekly football match in the park or went for a drink with the students.

The various leisure activities too leave no room for boredom: punting on the river Cam, visit of the colleges or of St Mary’s Tower, weekly outings to see musicals, or else weekend excursions to other English and Scottish cities! And of course, you will also enjoy the town of Cambridge, which is simply beautiful, with its narrow streets, its colleges and its numerous parks.

The EC school is a big family, which makes for a wonderful experience!

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Host family
Living with a host family is a fantastic way to make the most of your stay! Families live around 30-40 minutes from the school by bus. Being constantly immersed in the English language and culture allows you to make rapid progress. You'll stay in a single room, or twin for students travelling together. Families offer different meal options: half-board, breakfast only or self-catering.

NOTE: It is compulsory for students under 18 to book homestay accommodation, airport transfers (if arriving or leaving between 20:00 and 8:00), and provide a parental consent form.

Standard Student House (recommended 18-25 years)
This is a great social option! Students stay in single or double rooms and will share common areas, including the kitchen, living room, bathroom and laundry room. The student houses are located approximately 30-40 minutes' walking distance or a short bus ride from the school and are equipped with free Wi-Fi.

Kite House comfort residence (recommended 18-28 years)
Recently reconstructed, this student residence is ideally located in the town centre, just a 2 minute walk to the language school and close to a wide range of restaurants, cafés and shops. You will stay in a single room with a private bathroom and share the two large fully equipped kitchens with other residents from all over the world. Bedlinen is provided (but towels are not) and laundry facilities are available. Stay connected thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access!

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Jesus College residence (from 06.07.19 to 17.08.19 – 16 to 17 years only)
The residence is made up of gender-specific houses, where you’ll live in a traditional setting, in the heart of Cambridge. Surrounded by shops, cafés and sports facilities, the houses are only 8 minutes away from the school. You’ll stay in a single or twin room (assigned randomly) and share the bathroom with 3-5 students. This option includes half board; you’ll have breakfast in the common kitchen and dinner in the multiple restaurants in the area (vouchers provided). Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and bed linen are free, but you’ll have to bring your own towel.

Kite House

General information

The newly built residence is located in the city centre, very close to the school as well as a wide range of restaurants, cafes and shops.

School distance

Door-to-door travel time:: 1 minute
Means of transportation:: Walking
Average public transport cost:: ~14.50 GBP weekly ticket
Walking distance to public transport:: 5 minutes

Walking Distance

Supermarket:: 2 minutes
Coffee shops:: 2 minutes
Restaurants:: 1 minute
Shops:: 3 minutes
Pharmacy:: 3 minutes

Availability

All year round
Minimum age : 18+

Arrival and departure

	Check-in / Check-out Saturday from 2:00 pm Saturday until 10:00 am
	Entry card (building)
	Key (building)
	Code (building)
	Staff on-site 24h
	Deposit 150 GBP by credit card or cash

Meals

	Use of kitchen
	Meal-plan

Facilities

	Reception desk
	Smoking area
	Cafeteria
	Shared kitchen
	Oven
	Microwave
	Cutlery available
	Vending machine
	Laundry 1 washing machine/ dryer
	Common area/lounge
	Wi-Fi internet access
	Cable internet access
	TV in common room
	DVD-player in common room
	Balcony/terrace
	Garden
	BBQ area
	Wheelchair accessible
	Parking (cars)
	Parking (bicycles)
	Swimming pool
	Gym

Room types and facilities

Single

14 rooms
min.: 18 m²/ max.: 19 m²

	Air conditioning
	Heating
	Smoking
	Duvet and pillow provided
	Bed sheets provided
	Towels provided
	Toilet paper
	Ensuite toilet
	Ensuite shower
	Wash basin
	Shared toilets
	Shared showers
	Cleaning Weekly cleaning service provided, but students are responsible for washing up of all dishes, cleaning common areas and for keeping the house generally clean and tidy.
	Desk
	Wardrobe
	Cooking facilities
	Microwave
	TV
	Wi-Fi internet access
	Cable internet access
	Floor Wood
	Balcony
	Safe deposit box
	Room key provided

A varied programme of activities is offered each week. It is a great opportunity for students to get to know each other better while discovering the different places of interest in the town and the region. Sport also occupies an important place for those wishing to take advantage of the numerous possibilities that Cambridge has to offer. Trips to London, Leeds or York, either in a group or individually, are easily organised.