Project Description
Brighton is a popular seaside city, with beautiful Georgian architecture, great beaches, hip cafés and trendy shops.
Known as ‘London by the sea’, Brighton is a multi-cultural city that welcomes students of all nationalities in warm and friendly way. Our centre is located on the campus of well-known University of Sussex, only a short bus or train journey away from the city centre.
Quick facts
Location: University of Sussex
Dates available: 27 Jun –15 Aug
Ages: 11–18 (18 year olds accepted as part of a group with a leader)
Accommodation: Single room with en-suite
Emergency Number: +44 7771 845978
Living
- Single en-suite rooms spread across multiple residence blocks
- Flats of 4 to 6 rooms
- Rooms furniture includes a wardrobe, desk and chair
- Laundry available in each residence area for a small fee. Payment is cashless via an app
- Comfortable kitchens in each flat
- Meals are served in a spacious canteen
- Bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas are cleaned weekly
- Bed linen is changed weekly, students must bring their own towel
- Wi-Fi throughout
- A deposit of £30 is required upon arrival and replacement of lost room key is £70
Dining & facilities
Meals are served in a large dining hall on campus
Breakfast
On some days students will get a hot breakfast (pancakes, sausages and cooked eggs) and/or a continental breakfast consisting of juice, coffee, toast, cereal, and fruit.
Lunch
This will consist of two courses with three options, including vegetarian and halal options.
Packed lunches (provided at weekends): this will consist of water, fruit, sandwich, crisps, and chocolate.
Evening Meal
This will consist of two courses with three options, including vegetarian and halal options.
Snacks
Vending machines are located around the campus.
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Facilities
- Shared lounge area in each flat
- Large indoor sports hall
- Plenty of outdoor areas for games and activities
- Mini supermarket and cafes are available on campus
- Cash machine (ATM)
- Wi-Fi available in all common areas
Learning
- Lessons are taught by professional and friendly English teachers
- 20×45 minute lessons per week, morning or afternoon
- Placement test on day 1 to ensure students are in a class of the appropriate level
- Maximum 17 students per class
- Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities
- Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills
- Many classrooms have interactive whiteboards
- Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills
- Materials included as well as an end of course report and certificate
- Classrooms are located in the Fulton Building
Programme
Arrival
Students will be welcomed upon arrival at the Fulton Building where they will register, check-in to their rooms and get their room keys.
Welcome
On the first evening, there will be a welcome activity which is designed to ensure students have the opportunity to meet the staff and the other students. They will get to know more about the campus, its facilities and other useful information which will help them during their stay.
Activities
Activities are organised before or after lessons and in the evenings. These activities could be on-site or near to the centre. They may include:
- Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball and basketball.
- Daytime activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops.
- Evening activities such as karaoke, talent shows, and team games
Getting to and From School Activities
Our students travel by coach or train for activities and excursions outside the centre.
Excursions and Trips
Our students get to explore exciting places such as Arundel Castle, Eastbourne, the historic town of Lewes as well as local visits to Brighton with the Sea Life Centre.
London: students explore this exciting capital city and take a walking tour of central London (Westminster) and visit the National Gallery.
Canterbury: visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most visited cities in the UK, filled with medieval buildings. Enjoy the gothic architecture of Canterbury Cathedral..
Windsor Castle: Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. It has been the family home of British kings and queens for almost 1,000 years and is today one of the official residences of His Majesty The King.
Thorpe Park: enjoy extreme rides and attractions at this popular theme park.
London: Madame Tussauds or Tower of London.
Portsmouth: explore the Historic Dockyard.
3 Week Sample Programmes
Extra
Each 14 night stay will include 3 to 4 visits to Brighton, 2 to 3 half-day trips to other local places/cities of interest and 2 full-day excursions to other cities such as London, Canterbury and Windsor. Transport for trips may be by private coach or public transport.
Students may have lessons either in the morning or in the afternoon in their first week, alternating weekly after that.
This programme is for illustrative purposes and activities and visits may change.
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