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Since 2000, over 40,000 students from across the globe have studied English in London with us. Today our state-of-the-art centre, located in the Kings Cross area of the city, offers students an oasis of learning in the heart of the UK’s capital city. GENERAL INFO Classrooms: 18 Minimum Age: 16 (12 for closed groups) Class size: 15 max School Capacity: 500 FACILITIES Interactive whiteboards in every classroom Well-equipped supervised study centre Free internet and wifi access On-site café and snack bar Leisure facilities Student lounge Study Centre Computer Suite * Academic year 2016/2017 17% Italy 12% Brazil 7% Korea 7% Turkey 6% Austria 6% Colombia 5% Morocco 5% Japan 4% Germany 3% France

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Page 1: GENERAL INFO FACILITIES - LLC Idiomas · Interactive whiteboards in every classroom Well-equipped supervised study centre Free internet and wifi access On-site café and snack bar

Since 2000, over 40,000 students from across the globe have studied English

in London with us. Today our state-of-the-art centre, located in the Kings

Cross area of the city, offers students an oasis of learning in the heart of the

UK’s capital city.

GENERAL INFO

• Classrooms: 18

• Minimum Age: 16 (12 for closed groups)

• Class size: 15 max

• School Capacity: 500

FACILITIES

Interactive whiteboards in every classroom

Well-equipped supervised study centre

Free internet and wifi access

On-site café and snack bar

Leisure facilities

Student lounge

Study Centre

Computer Suite

* Academic year 2016/2017

17% Italy

12% Brazil

7% Korea

7% Turkey

6% Austria

6% Colombia

5% Morocco

5% Japan

4% Germany

3% France

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Our London school is in the bustling Kings Cross area of the city: one of the largest areas of

regeneration in the whole city. We are just 5 minutes walk from the world famous train station, 7

minutes from the British Library, 8 minutes by underground from Oxford Circus, 6 minutes from

Camden Town by underground and within walking distance of over 200 restaurants, cafés and eateries.

• Central London location

• Excellent transport links

across the whole city

• State-of-the-art facilities

• Flexible study times

• Wide range of courses to

suit all needs

• Interactive whiteboard in

every classroom

• Regular course

counselling and advice

• Small classes

• Gateway to further study

in the UK

• High-quality teaching

• British Council and ISI

accreditation

• Online Academy

• Progress

Promise

• Helpful and welcoming staff

WHY CHOOSE US

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OVERSEAS TEACHERS’ COURSE

Methodology reviewand refresh

Our Overseas Teachers of English course is designed to meet the professional needs of teachers from around the world and enhance their English proficiency.

These practical tutorials are designed to keep you up-to date with developments in language teaching methodology and expand your range of teaching techniques using our state-of-the-art facilities.

As well as learning about British culture, discussing ideas and trends with international colleagues and improving your English - you will also take home a wide variety of practical teaching activities & techniques that can be adapted to your own classes.

Student Information Sheet

KEY FACTS

• 25 lessons per week for two weeks• Minimum age: 21 years old• Maximum class size: 10 students• English Level required CEFR C1-C2• 2018 Course Start dates:

12th February; 9th April;2nd July & 13th August

BENEFITS TO YOU

• Expand your range of teachingtechniques

• Learn about recent developments inmethodology

• Observe Malvern House teachers• Network with international colleagues• Brush-up your English fluency skills

WHY MALVERN HOUSE?

• Central London location• Fully accredited with dedicated

professional teachers• State-of-the-art teaching facilities• Excellent self-study resources &

materials• Erasmus +

CORE STUDY FOCUSThe Business English syllabus organises modules into three core categories, examples below.

Students work together to complete a practical project related to the modules each week.

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SAMPLE TIMETABLE

Time

CourseType

Monday

8:45 - 10:15 10:30 - 12:00

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Please note: These are a selection of sample lessons and actual programme may vary.

Teacher Training Course - Session one: An overview of the course and the plan for the week. Introductions to the teachers and staff members - and a needs analysis session.

Session two: Discussion of difficulties faced in the context teachers operate in - solutions to common problems which arise in the classroom.

Session one: Using different types of realia and media in the classroom. Making use of technology around us, such as mobile phones and applications.

Session two: Learning in museums, galleries, and other areas outside the classroom. Designing effective tasks to maximise the learning process.

Session one: Effective lesson planning techniques, considering learner outcomes and how to reach them.

Session two: Guided lesson planning, taking into consideration students' needs. Feedback from teacher trainer and additional guidance on meeting aims.

Session one: The "Flipped Classroom Approach" - theory and how to implement it in a real classroom.

Session two: Maximising the L2 while minimising the L1 in the classroom: allowing learners more access to the target-language.

Session one: Prepare tasks and activities for a variety of subjects using English as the main language in which to study the subject. Feedback and suggested improvements.

Session two: Designing homework that is engaging and effective - giving students a choice and personalising tasks.

Session three: Personalising tasks to engage teenage learners, motivating students, and working with difficult groups. Designing successful individual and group projects.

Session three: Exploring techniques for correcting spoken errors. Using task-based learning to develop speaking skills.

Session three: Looking at "blended-learning" and "learner autonomy" techniques, and discussing how to apply it to different types of courses and learning situations.

Session three: Syllabus and course design - looking at how to design an effective course with clear learning outcomes.

Session three: Analysing, exploring and discussing different methods of assessment.

12:15 - 13:00

Sessions 3Sessions 2Session 1

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Getting your accommodation right is one of the most important parts of our study travel experience, and at our London school we take seriously the responsibility of finding you a great place to stay. With Homestay, Residential and Student House options available all year round, and extra options available during the summer months, we have all bases covered in ensuring you a wonderful stay in London.

We have a wide range of university halls of residence available all year round, including a Premium Residence that is located next door to the school.

All residences are stylish & modern with excellent facilities available to students.

What’s included:• Single room with private bathroom• Linen Pack• Weekly clean and linen change• Toilet roll on arrival – after which the students

have to buy their own

What is not included:• Laundry service (coin laundry is available onsite)• Towels• Toiletries• Extra toilet roll• Hair Dryer• Kitchen Packs – £26 to be bought at the

residence

ACCOMMODATION

RESIDENCES

Chapter Kings Cross

Homestay accommodation gives you the opportunity to discover the rich variety of British culture. Staying with a family is an excellent way to practise your English.

Zone 1: Premium Option with travel time of 25-45 mins from Malvern House

Zone 2: Medium Option with travel time of 30-60 mins from Malvern House

Zone 3: Cost Effective Option with travel timeof 35-65 mins from Malvern House

Zones 4 & 5: Budget Option with travel timeof 40-70 mins from Malvern House

Options:• Single or Shared rooms.• Bed & Breakfast, Half-Board or Self-Catering• Half-Board Breakfast & Dinner Mon-Sun

What’s included:• Bed linen• Internet*

subject to availability• Laundry facilities.

HOMESTAY

Chapter Kings Cross

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Scape Shoreditch

Scape Shoreditch

Chapter Kings Cross

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Our regular social activities are a great chance to make new friends and find out more about the United Kingdom. Whether you want to visit local tourist sites, explore bars and clubs, enjoy sports or travel further afield, our weekly social programme has activities for everyone. In London there are lots of opportunities to make new friends, practise your English and find out more about the UK.

SOCIAL PROGRAMME

26

Over

100Cinemas

Over

300Museums

Over

5000Restaurants

Over

350Music Venues

Over

100Parks

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The National Gallery

“I really like all the museum and the monuments, especially the ones in Westminster.” – Martina, 17, Italy

• Walking toursacross the city

• The Changing ofthe Guard

• Pub nights• Typical restaurant

visits• International parties

GETTING TO KNOW LONDON

• Museum andgallery visits

• Notting Hill Carnival• The Tower of London• Musicals• Film nights

CULTURE & ARTS

• UK-wide - Bath, Oxford,Cambridge,Brighton, Edinburgh

• International -Amsterdam,Paris, Rome, Dublin

DAY/WEEKENDTRIPS

• Tea tasting• First Aid workshops• Festive celebrations• Beauty workshops• Guest speakers• And much more!

THE MALVERN HOUSE CLUB

A good variety of activities are planned each week - many free - including:

Oxford

Tower Bridge

Para más información contactar con Yolanda Comas Tel: 934100077/606414376

e.mail: [email protected]