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Language school : Frances King

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Frances King school is one of London's most popular and well-known language schools.
The goal of Frances King is to provide English as a foreign language training that is effective, enjoyable and of lasting personal value.
When you book a course, you will become a member of FK Online, which includes a 4 week online course that you can take before, during or after your course in London.

Course description

Frances King has 2 schools open all year in the heart of London, located very close to Kensington Palace and Kings Road :
Gloucester Road School: This school is near many of London's most popular museums in the fashionable area of Kensington and Chelsea. It is close to the Gloucester Road metro stop.
Wetherby Gardens: This school is just a short distance from Buckingham Palace. Hyde Park and Victoria Station are just a 2 minute walk away . It is close to the Gloucester Road metro stop.
There are also two summer schools at Frances King: one for adults in Marylebone and one for juniors in Kensington.
All schools are in Travel Zone 1, close to underground stations and tourist attractions.
Students meet at the Gloucester Road School the first day, and then take classes either there or Wetherby Gardens, depending on their language level.

Pedagogy

All our teachers have a TEFL certificate or diploma and a minimum of 1 year of experience.
Learning is a partnership between teacher and student.
In addition to on-site courses, Frances King offers a unique online course option where you can start learning online with a Frances King teacher before you come to London, and continue learning with the same program after your courses in London end.

Activities

A social program is organized each month by the Social Coordinator. The program is run with a team of of teachers, and helps you get to know other students and members of staff and enjoy the culture and entertainment of London and Britain.

Equipment

The school is well equipped and allows you to keep working outside of classroom.
Study centers are available to use even after classes end. Here our assistants will help you learn independently and truly profit from your time at Frances King.
  • Minimum age : 16 years and 8 for certain programs
  • Capacity : 150 - 300 p.
  • Number of classrooms : 35
  • Services : internet access, library, multi-media center, student lounge, Video library, wifi
  • Environment : Town Center
  • Transportation : Bus, Metro
  • In proximity : Bars, Restaurants, Groceries
  • Leisure activities : Cinema, Theater, Tourist sites

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Frances King is a school on the cutting edge of new technology for teaching English as well as offering quality courses. It puts personal tools at the disposal of its students, which few other schools offer. Frances King is a very good school that is well located and will make you appreciate life in London.

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Standard Course

This program is recommended for those who wish to learn a language and also be able to do other activities. Improve your communication skills through application in a variety of everyday situations. This course enables you to improve your grammatical knowledge, your vocabulary and your pronunciation.
The standard general language course is suitable for those who want to learn or improve a language, while having the opportunity to practice it everyday in the country where it is spoken.

Available to : high school student, college student, adult, professional, business, adult 50+
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Intensive Course

Both the standard and intensive language course increase your general knowledge of the language, and allow you to acquire everyday communication skills. The intensive language course is great for those who prefer a more focused and intensive environment in which to learn a language.
Available to : high school student, college student, adult, professional, business, adult 50+
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One-to-One Course

This program offers personalized teaching in individual language courses in order to accomplish specified goals in a short amount of time.
This is the perfect option for those who have certain goals or a time limit. It is particularly useful for professionals who would like to prepare for a presentation, negotiations or a trip abroad. This is a tailor-made course in which you may evolve at your own pace and work at your own level.

Available to : high school student, college student, adult, professional, business, adult 50+
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Mini Group Course

Small group courses are ideal for you if you are really motivated, yet do not have a lot of time to study.
This training guarantees a maximum amount of progress in a short amount of time. Courses are organized in a seminar style with a maximum of 6 students.
The course will help you develop your general English skills in several key areas, including conversation, listening, reading and grammar.
The intensive course option also offers a business option.
Available to : college student, adult, professional, business, adult 50+
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Mini Group Course - Business English

Choose a small group course to focus intensively on your own needs.
A mini group course is ideal for highly motivated people who have only a short period of time to study. You will improve your speaking and listening skills, and correct and develop what you have already learned.
This training guarantees a maximum amount of progress in a short amount of time. Courses are organized in a seminar style with a maximum of 6 students.
The course will help you develop your general English skills in several key areas, including conversation, listening, reading and grammar.
Available to : college student, adult, professional, business, adult 50+
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TOEFL Preparation Course

The Intensive TOEFL Preparation Course is designed to help students acquire the skills and confidence necessary to get a high TOEFL score.
TOEFL is recognized throughout the world by universities and businesses as a measure of English proficiency. A high TOEFL score is required of international students by most U.S. colleges and universities for admission.
Available to : high school student, college student, adult, professional
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Pre-masters courses

This is the ideal language program if you have a university degree of the second cycle of studies and need to improve your English skills at the university level before beginning training for the third cycle of studies.
Available to : college student, adult
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IELTS Preparation

The IELTS test meets the highest international standards of language assessment and a great indicator of Enlish language proficency. It covers the four basic language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. IELTS is recognized by universities and employers in many countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and the USA.
Available to : high school student, college student
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English + IELTS

This program allows you to perfect your English while also preparing for the IELTS, which is designed to assess the language ability of people who need to work or study where English is used as the primary language of communication. IELTS is accepted by educational institutions in the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, and increasingly in Canada, the USA and other countries.
You will take the standard language class in the morning and test preparation classes in the afternoon.
Available to : high school student, college student, professional
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General English + TOEIC Preparation

This program allows you to perfect your English while also preparing for the TOEIC. The TOEIC test measures the ability of non-native English-speaking people to use English in everyday work activities as well as their language proficency.
You will take a standard language class in the morning and test preparation classes in the afternoon.
Available to : college student, adult, professional, business
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FCE Preparation Course - First Certificate in English

The FCE indicates level of English proficency and practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs in many industries, particularly tourism, where contact with English speakers is required. Successful candidates must have the ability to handle routine letters and telephone inquiries.
After passing the exam, you will receive a certificate awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
Available to : college student, adult, professional, business
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CAE Preparation Course - Certificate in Advanced English

CAE is ideal if you want to work or study abroad or if you wish to follow a career path that requires strong language skills (e.g. business, medicine or engineering).
Upon passing the exam, you will receive a certificate that indicates your language proficency, This certificate is awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This CAE certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
Available to : college student, adult, professional, business
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CPE Preparation Course - Certificate Of Proficiency in English

The CPE test is ideal if you want to work or study abroad, or if you want to develop a career that requires language skills (e.g. business, medicine or engineering) Upon passing the exam, you will receive a certificate awarded by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. The CPE certificate is recognized by thousands of universities and employers throughout the world.
Available to : college student, adult, professional, business
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Language Course + Training

The internship program has been designed specifically for students and professionals of intermediate or advanced level who wish to improve and put into practice their language skills with a true work experience in an American environment.
Available to : college student, adult
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Mini Group Course - English for Law

This program offers highly intensive learning in groups of 8 students. This course in designed for law students, and recently qualified lawyers. The program is adapted to reflect the needs and interests of each individual.
Available to : college student, adult, professional, business
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General English + Business English

This program offers the student both general English language courses and courses in English used frequently in a business setting.
The main objective of this program is to help students understand English, and improve their ability to communicate with confidence, especially within a business situation.
This course introduces key business concepts, while allowing students to develop practical skills within real business scenarios such as presentations, negotiations, telephone conversations, meetings and discussions. This is a specialized language program that caters to your professional needs!
Available to : college student, adult, professional, business
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Family Course

This is a great opportunity for both parents and children to take advantage of a family language program abroad! This program’s popularity grows every year. It’s a relaxing way for the whole family to enjoy a nice vacation in London while benefiting from English courses at the same time!
While their children are at school in the morning, parents and other adult family members have the option of taking a course at Frances King. This course takes place in our Gloucester Road school in Kensington.
Available to : junior 7-12 years old, 13 - 17 teenagers, adult, professional, family
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Long-term Courses - 3 to 5 Months

Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!
Available to : high school student, college student, adult
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Semester Program Abroad

Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!
Available to : high school student, college student, adult
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Academic Year Abroad

Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!
Available to : high school student, college student
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