Frances King School of English (family program)

Location
London
Year of foundation
1973
Age
5—16 years old
Accomodation
Studio, Apartments, Hotel
For
Сhildren

Age:
Children's program - 6-16 years old (children from 5 years old can come in the summer).
The program for adults - from 16 years old.

The program runs throughout the year.
Duration of the course: from 1 week.

School Frances King School of English, founded in 1973, during its existence has become one of the leaders in the field of teaching English as a foreign language. The main educational building is located in a beautiful and prestigious area of ​​London - Kensington. The school building is surrounded by a picturesque garden, which has a playground for tennis, football and other sports games.

The family course takes place in the summer, autumn, winter and spring. It is intended for parents and their children who want to spend a joint holiday in London and improve their English. The summer program takes place on a campus in Belgravia. At other times of the year, programs take place at Kensington School.

A parent (or guardian) of a 5 or 6 year old must either take a course or remain in the school during lesson times. The minimum age for adult in charge is 21.

PROGRAM

Course for children

Children's programmes focus on spoken English and communication skills. Vocabulary, spoken English, idioms and grammar are all practised in small groups of up to 15 people. Creative activities and group games encourage young students to communicate in real life and quickly absorb the language material. After group classes, children can take individual English lessons.

Courses for children are held from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 12:50 or 15:30 (depending on the programme chosen) . Children aged 8-16 (8-11 for the summer programme) can stay for additional activities and excursions until 17:00 after their morning lessons.

Course for parents

There are courses for parents:

1. Standard. Classes are held from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 12:50. The course is designed for adults of all ages who want to achieve fluency and accuracy in everyday English. Four language skills are developed: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The language is studied and practised in real-life situations, with a focus on listening and speaking. The course includes 20 lessons per week. Each lesson lasts 50 minutes.

2. Intensive. Classes are held Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 15:30. This more intensive programme focuses on participation in communicative activities. Expand your vocabulary and develop your ability to act in real-life situations. Focus on international communication in English. Practise speaking and vocabulary through conversations and role-plays. Interesting topics are selected for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.

ACCOMMODATION

The school offers accommodation in studios, apartments or hotels. This is an ideal option for those who value their personal space, comfort and privacy. The school offers both more budget options (studios and apartments with a bathroom and kitchen), and more expensive (2, 3, 4 and 5-star hotels). All homes are located in central London, close to school campuses and metro stations.

Entertaining activities

The school offers a wide range of family activities, they may include:

  • Tower of London
  • Covent Garden
  • Harry Potter Walk
  • Madame Tussauds
  • Walk along the canal to Camden Town
  • Hamleys Toy Store
  • Museum of the Guard
  • River walk
  • Tower Bridge
  • London Zoo

COST, 2026

Children's programme:
1-3 weeks - £507 - £663 per week (depending on the programme chosen)
4-11 weeks - £456 - £597 per week
12 weeks - £431 - £564 per week

Children's programme + activities (summer only):
1-3 weeks - £921 per week
4-7 weeks - £829 per week
12 weeks - £783 per week

Adult programme:

1. Standard:
1-3 weeks - £447 per week
4-11 weeks - £402 per week
12 weeks - £379 per week

2. Intensive:
1-3 weeks - £555 per week
4-11 weeks - £500 per week
12 weeks - £472 per week

Included in cost

  • Teaching
  • Test to determine the level of knowledge of the language
  • Certificate
  • Some activities

Extra paid

  • Registration fees - £105 per person / £130 per family
  • Accommodation
  • Flight
  • Visa
  • Insurance
  • Transfers from and to the airport
  • Services of our company

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT FROM OTHER COMPANIES

  • We operate since 1996
  • Choose camps with a minimum number of Russian speakers
  • We place children only in camps which provides good accommodation
  • Conducted a personal inspection of almost all the schools that we offer
  • We do not work with the mass segment, only camps for discerning customers
  • You can call us 24/7
  • We inform you about the particularities of each course
  • What customers appreciate us for

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