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Academic centre in Portsmouth

The English school in Portsmouth is in the shopping centre in the city, on a street full of shops and restaurants, and is very close to the nearest attractions - it is a few minutes walk from the train station. Amongst the facilities at the school, we have comfortable classrooms and areas for students, a terrace perfect for relaxing and getting to know new friends, internet connection and wifi, recreation areas with tea and coffee available for all students.

The academy is accredited by the British Council, guaranteeing a high level of teaching and facilities.

Facilities at the school:

Comfortable classrooms
Student areas
A terrace
Internet and wifi connection
Recreation areas with tea and coffee for all students

Characteristics

Internet
Library
Computer room
Cafe
Tea or coffee machine
Garden
Wifi
Student lounge
Prayer room
Kitchenette
Support deparment for the students

Accreditations

The school is accredited by:

Study English in Portsmouth

Nearly 200,000 inhabitants populate this cosmopolitan city which has all the attractions of a big city whilst also having the advantages of a small and welcoming place. It is a relatively small city with a wide and diverse selection of attractions. The best way to get around the city is on foot. The historical centre has many shops, bars and restaurants. In the port area, you can watch the fishing and leisure boats.

It is one of the most interesting cities on the South coast of England; it offers a variety of tourist, cultural and recreation attractions such as: beaches, clubs, shopping centres, concert halls etc.

The heritage

Portsmouth has 11 fascinating museums that will tell you about the history. Visit the historic Dockyar and the Royal Marines Museum, and get to know Charles Dickens, the famous writer in the same place that he was born.

Activities

Spinnaker tower is a great place to start your visit, being 170m tall you will be able to see the whole city. You will be able to visit the port and if you dare, walk on the largest glass floor in Europe.

Bars and restaurants

Portsmouth has various award-winning restuarants and has two food festivals. There are markets where farmers in the area sell their products and establishments to sample the local food.

Shopping

Portsmouth has many places to go shopping, with three main areas. The city centre has all of the well known brands. Enjoy an indoor shopping centre called Cascades and a street market that has been around for centuries. Southsea has an impressive selection of specialised shops, as well as two large warehouses. Or you can go to Gunwharf Quays and discover more than 95 designer brand outlets.

Sport

In Fratton Park, you will be ale to see football matches. Every October, Portsmouth organises the Great South Run, a 16km road race.

Music and nightlife

A good option to see the Portsmouth groups is to visit Southsea concert hall, Wedgewood Rooms. Also, Gunwharf Quays has more than 30 bars and restaurants, the perfect place to enjoy your evenings.

Standard English course in Portsmouth

The standard course covers all the basic language skills and the method is communicative.

The focus of the course is to improve speaking skills to gain fluency and to learn vocabulary.

There is availability for all levels.

The classes are in the morning from 09:00-12:45.

Characteristics

Course duration from 1 week
Horas per Week 15
Duration of Classes 60 Minutes
Timetables Morning
Level test Yes
Accredited Diploma Yes
Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.
Maximum students per class in summer 14
Average during the rest of year 10
Minimum age 16

Intensive English course in Portsmouth

The structure of the course is the same as the general course + 1 extra hour in the afternoon.

This extra hour of class every day can be focused on improving communication skills (listening or speaking practice) or on preparing for official exams (Cambridge or IELTS)

Timetable of the class 09:00-12:45; extra hour from 13:00-14:00

Characteristics

Course duration from 2 weeks
Horas per Week 20
Duration of Classes 60 Minutes
Timetables Mornings from 09:00-14:00
Level test Yes
Accredited Diploma Yes
Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.
Maximum students per class in summer 14
Average during the rest of year 10
Minimum age 16

Super intensive course in Portsmouth

The structure of the course is the same as the intensive course. This course is a combination between the general course + 2 hours extra per day: one communication class and the other for preparation for official exams (IELTS or Cambridge).

Timetable of class: general course from 09:00-12:45
Communication class: 13:00-14:00
Preparation class: 14:30-15:30

Characteristics

Course duration from 2 weeks
Horas per Week 35
Duration of Classes Minutes
Timetables Morning and afternoon
Level test Yes
Accredited Diploma Yes
Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.
Maximum students per class in summer 14
Average during the rest of year 10
Minimum age 16

Extra-curricular Activities

What to do in Portsmouth

In Portsmouth school, they know that when learning English, it is necessary to practice it outside the classroom.

An activity programme is organised. Here you have an example of the events that are usually organised in the afternoons and at night:

Pub nights, bars and disco
Full day excursions to other cities such as Winchester, Chichester, Bournemouth, Bath, Oxford, Brighton and London.
Trekking in the new forest and trips to the Isle of Wight.
Trips to museums
Cinema afternoons
Bowling
Sports competitions

What to visit in the day

Visit three of the most important ships ever built: the HMS Warrior 1860, the HMS Victory and the Mary Rose.
Admire the best views of the city from the Spinnaker tower in Portsmouth.
Walk around the three commerical areas of the city: Gunwharf Quays, the city centre and Southsea.
Take a walk on the Southsea promenade, with great views of the green spaces.
Don´t forget the exhibition in the museum.

What to visit at night

Listen to the best music in the concert halls in Wedgewood Rooms, The Cellars or Portsmouth Guildhall.
Take part in a ghost tour (Dark Encounters) to discover the sinister side of Portsmouth
Go to one of the theatre productions in the city: The New Royal Theatre or The Kings Theatre.
Visit traditional pubs in Portsmouth to eat and drink.

Accommodation

Family

Staying in a family home is probably the best way to practice English and in general get to know the British way of life.

We try very hard to ensure that the students are located within a 2km radius from the school, but it may be that some houses are a bit further from the school.

You will have your own key, so you can come in and leave when you want. You can reserve accommodation with half board (breakfast and dinner every day and full board at weekends), or reserve a bedroom without food (only for those older than 18). In this case, you will be able to use the kitchen to cook what you want.

There is also availability for bedrooms with ensuite.

Availability: All year

Room Type: single rom

School distance: 10-40 minutes in public transport

Check-in: Sunday

Check-out: Saturday

Characteristics

Internet
Private bathroom
Laundry facilities
Cleaning service
Wifi
Kitchen
Kithchen Utensils
Security service
Bed-linen
Towels
Breakfast
Half Board
Full Board

Residence

The residence is located in the city centre, and it has many bus connections. All of the bedrooms have ensuite. There is a reception with a receptionist and security service 24 hours a day.

Each bedroom has a single bed, a wardrobe and a desk. It has central heating throughout the apartment and this can be controlled independently in each bedroom. Internet access is available throughout the building. The bedrooms are well ventilated and are very bright.

A bedding packet is available by paying a single fee. There is an onsite laundry for washing and drying.

The communal area is made up of a kitchen/dining room and living room. Pans, crockery and utensils are provided in the kitchen. The cleaning service of the common rooms is done by the landlord. The cleaning of each apartment is your responsibility.

Availability: throughout the year

Room Type: single room

Characteristics

Internet
Private bathroom
Laundry facilities
Cleaning service
Wifi
Kitchen
Kithchen Utensils
Security service
Bed-linen
Towels
Breakfast
Half Board
Full Board

How to get there

How to get to Portsmouth

The most important airports are Gatwick and Heathrow, both 60 miles (100km) from Portsmouth. Southampton International Airport is the closest airport to Portsmouth, and is just 22 miles away.

From Gatwick airport:

There is a direct train from the airport to Southsea, Portsmouth station. The journey takes one hour.

From Heathrow airport:

There is a shuttle bus every 30 minutes and a train every 2 hours to Portsmouth and Southsea (approximately 70 minutes). There is also a direct bus from Heathrow to Portsmouth.

From Southampton Eastleigh airport

You can get a train from Southampton station to Portsmouth. There is a train every 2 hours.

Useful information:

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If you want, you can get a transfer service from the airport or you can get to your accommodation by yourself with public transport or taxi.

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