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Twin HQ Greenwich, London Welcome to Twin We have been growing our expertise for more than 25 years and will continue to provide exciting and unforgettable opportunities for learners from around the world. We’ve come a long way 25 Years service since we first opened our doors, giving thousands of students unforgettable experiences while improving their English language skills. We promise to continue giving you quality language courses at our carefully selected summer locations. Family business Year-round English centres in London, Eastbourne & Dublin Irish summer centres accredited by EAQUALS and ACELS UK summer centres accredited by British Council Bespoke School Group Travel Accredited centres Work experience placements in the UK and Ireland Committed and qualified academic team Value for money While the last year has brought about many changes, we are very excited to be welcoming students back to our Summer Centres in 2022 and even have new centres on offer. We are dedicated to Committed ensuring our students have the best possible experiences with us to safety in 2022 and in the future. - Caroline and Jacqui Fox - founders of Twin
Twin’s commitment to safeguarding The safety and well-being of students is our highest Contents priority. Our centres are accredited, and our safeguarding Summer Experience 04 standards are enforced with the following: Programme Guide 06 • 24/7 support service Eastbourne 08 • 16.1 student to staff ratio in lessons and activities Harrow 10 • Students aged 13 and under are accompanied at all times during excursions Leamington Spa 12 • Boys and girls stay in separate areas in residential Manchester 14 accommodation or in separate homestay rooms Woldingham 16 • Nominated welfare person in each centre Dublin Residential 18 • Dedicated Welfare Manager in HQ Dublin Homestay 20 • Dedicated Safeguarding Lead in HQ and nominated staff in each centre Accommodation 22 • Mentor for individual students Extra Services 24 • Weekly welfare tutorials for individual students uar • Police and DBS checks on all staff eg d ing o t Saf C en m mitm Twin Covid-Safe Operations Twin is committed to safe operations of all our offerings to international students. We have policies and procedures put in place for all potential phases of a student visit to Twin, from pre- arrival, to in-centre (school) operations. We make sure that all third-party providers meet all the specifications set out for safe operations, including accommodation, transport and activities/attractions. This guidance is under constant review, in line with evolving UK guidance, which is also the subject of intensive UK Government communication to all UK individuals and organisations. You can find further details at https://2in.uk/policy. MEMBER 2021/22
SUMMER CENTRES Students in class Summer Experiences Our summer programmes combine learning, exploration and action packed opportunities throughout the year, Education across the UK and Ireland. In 2022 we have 7 carefully selected summer centres, based on location, facilities and welcoming atmosphere. Because we know that variety is important for our customers, students can study in vibrant cities, Exploration seaside towns or rural settings across England and Ireland. As always, our goal is to engage and educate students through a syllabus of English tuition and exciting activities. We have British Council accredited Adventure tuition in the UK, ACELS and EAQUALS accreditation in Ireland. We also offer a variety of excursion destinations and activities to choose from, and are proud of the range of experiences Scotland Enjoyment we offer our young learners. Nr. Ireland 961 km UK Length top to bottom Dublin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 UK & Dublin locations Ireland 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 2Eastbourne 3 4 5 6 Coast) (South 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 England 1 2 3 4 Harrow 5 6 (London) School 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 2 3 4Leamington 5 6 7Spa8(Warwickshire) 9 10 11 12 13 Wales 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8(North Manchester 9 England) 10 11 12 13 414 km London IRE Length top to bottom 1 2 3 4 5 6Woldingham 7 8 9(Surrey) 10 11 12 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Ireland Dublin, 9 10 (Residential/ 11 12 13Homestay) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 Our sales team can help you choose the right location 4 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
Sovereign Harbour - Eastbourne Summer Tuition and Activities Our Summer Programmes are developed to offer enjoyable student experiences by combining tuition with comfortable accommodation, fun activities and excursions. We use the communicative teaching method to create a fun and entertaining teaching approach for students. Our courses will help them learn language skills they can use outside of the classroom, in the real world. Our teachers aim to help students: Stu en d ts • Develop their English skills pla yin g o ut • Build their confidence in using and understanding English do or sp rts o • Improve their pronunciation and expand their vocabulary Activities We design our activities to support our tuition. The Activity Programme aims to ensure that every student has an enjoyable experience while encouraging them to practise their English outside of the classroom. Sports, film nights, arts and crafts, photography club and scavenger hunts are just some activities that keep them busy in between lessons. We also have fun games and activities to keep students busy during the evening hours. Students can dance the evenings away at discos, show off their more competitive side in quiz nights or socialise with their new friends at a talent show. Student excursions Students have the chance to see more of the UK or Ireland with exciting weekly excursions. These vary by centre, but students can visit popular and historic areas, such as Oxford, Brighton, Cambridge, Glendalough, Ardgillan or Skerries to discover more about the history and culture of the UK or Ireland. Our excursions and activities are linked to the lesson plans and give students more opportunity to socialise while practising their new language skills. Walking tour - Ireland Our sales team can help you choose the right location +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 5
SUMMER CENTRES Students in class Programme Guide Standard Programme – Summer programme of 20 General English lessons* with both afternoon and evening activities, Entertaining & fun and excursions. Intensive Programme – (Dublin, Eastbourne, Leamington Spa) 28 Intensive English lessons* including Trinity preparation options, with both afternoon and evening activities and excursions. Accredited courses Gold Programme – (Harrow School) A new programme at the historic Harrow School - offering 20 General English lessons* with a range of walking tours, Diverse portfolio entrance to famous tourist attractions and both afternoon and evening activities. Course information Minimum Max class Accommodation Programme Centre Tuition* Age Country English level size option** Eastbourne, Dublin , 20 Please see Residential or Standard Programme Leamington Spa, (45 minute) Beginner 16 UK, Ireland centre Homestay Manchester, lessons pages Woldingham Eastbourne, 28 Please see Residential or Intensive Programme Dublin, (45 minute) Beginner 16 UK, Ireland centre Homestay Leamington Spa lessons pages 20 Gold Programme Harrow School (45 minute) Beginner 16 10-17 UK Residential lessons *Each lesson is 45 minutes **Please see centre page for accommodation options and programme offering. Our sales team can help you choose the right Summer Programme 6 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
SUMMER CENTRES I’m having a lot of fun and learning new things. I have made good friends here! - Axel, Germany Students enjoying sports activities in an all weather sports hall +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 7
SUMMER CENTRES London Docklands Our central London centre is located at the Docklands Campus of the University of East London, which is next to the River Thames opposite London City Airport. From the modern residence buildings you will get a great view of London’s iconic skyline and easy access to central London when you want to explore the city. Age: 12-18* Indoor sports halll Café Wi-Fi Dance Studio Dates: 3rd July - 31st July Student communal area Max class size: 15 Centre highlights • Vibrant university campus with easy access to central London Notable nearby cities: Brighton 1 hr • Modern facilities Oxford 1 hr 30 mins Cambridge 2 hrs • Excursion options include historic and coastal locations • Zig zag programme alternates tuition with walking tours • Discover London’s historic locations through interesting walking tours Programme information Programmes Discover London Accommodation Residential: single en-suite Brighton including Brighton Pavilion; Communal area Full-day excursions Cambridge, including entrance to a notable college Full-day London Five full-day walking tours - walking tours in and outdoor activities included Heathrow: 1 hr 20 mins Airport transfers Gatwick: 1 hr 10 mins (at additional cost) Stansted: 45 mins Dorm, accommodation Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more *18 year olds will only be accepted as part of a group and will have lessons/activities with those aged 16+ 8 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
Multi purpose sports hall Sample Programme, London Docklands, Zig Zag Programme* Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Week 1 Full day in 09:00- Full Day in London 12:30 London Thames River Tower of Cruise, Big Full day London, Ben, Houses excursion Arrival/Meet & Tower Bridge, of Parliament, to Brighton Greet. Arrival English English HMS Belfast, English Westminster with entrance icebreaker and lessons lessons Southbank, lessons Abbey, St to Brighton social games. Shakespeare's James's Park, Pavilion (return 13:00- Globe, Tate Buckingham at 8 pm) 17:00 Modern (with Palace, entrance), Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square 16:00- Welcome Newspaper Building Music Quiz Social Games Scavenger Hunt Film Night 17:00 Evening Fashion Show Competition Week 2 Full Day in 09:00- London 12:30 Full Day in Royal London Full Day in Observatory Madame London and Greenwich Tussauds, British Museum Full day Park, National Harrods, (with entrance), excursion to On-site activities Maritime English Science English Tottenham Court Cambridge with or optional Museum (with lessons Museum (with lessons Road, Regent entrance to a excursions entrance), entrance), The Street, Carnaby College (return Greenwich Albert Memorial, Street, Oxford at 8 pm) 13:00- Market, Hyde Park, Street, Covent 17:00 University of Kensington Garden Greenwich, Cutty Palace Sark, Canary Wharf 16:00- Students vs Twin's Got Photo Staff vs Quiz Mystery Night Disco 17:00 Staff Talent competition Students *This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may be subject to change. Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 9
SUMMER CENTRES Eastbourne Our Eastbourne Junior Summer Centre is located at our Eastbourne premises – an 18th century mansion that was home to Dukes, Duchesses and a Prime Minister. Students can enjoy studying at a popular seaside location, in a historic building with modern facilities. Age: 10-17 Adults & juniors Outdoor sports Wi-Fi Central location Dates: 26th June - 28th August Twin Eastbourne Max class size: 16 Centre highlights Notable nearby cities: • Great South Coast location Hastings - 50mins • Excursion choices include London and Brighton Brighton - 1hr London - 1hr 30mins • 10-hectare private grounds with tennis courts and football pitch • Rich architectural and social history Programme information Programmes Standard, Intensive Accommodation Residential, homestay Full-day* Portsmouth tour On-site residential accommodation excursions London tour Herstmonceux Castle, Observatory Half-day* & Science Centre excursions Hastings; including the Smuggler’s Cave Heathrow - 1 hr 45 mins Airport transfers Gatwick - 1 hr 10 mins (at additional cost) Stansted - 2 hrs 20 mins Sports activities, playing field & tennis courts Study at Summer Centre with Royal connections ** *Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) and Princess Margaret stayed here in 1946 10 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
SUMMER CENTRES Twin Eastbourne classroom Eastbourne programme At Twin Eastbourne, students can choose between Standard or Intensive course programmes. Compton Place offers an ideal location, exciting activities and extra language tuition with a variety of topics that will be discussed and explored. The Intensive programme option provides eight extra lessons over two afternoons. There will still be plenty of time to enjoy the range of planned activities, as well as half-day and full-day excursions to famous locations in the UK. Sample Programme, Eastbourne Intensive programme* Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Week 1 09.00 - Arrival English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons 12.30 12.30 Lunch break 14:00 - Laser Quest Day trip to 15.30 or Bowling London Trip to Brighton Arrival / Orientation tour English lessons and the Royal English lessons Meet and greet of Eastbourne 15.30 - Pavilion Activities with 17:30 social team 18:00 Evening meal at Twin Eastbourne 19.00 - Welcome Activities with Special theme Free evening Movie night Arts and crafts Free evening 22:00 activities social team night Week 2 Supervised 09.00 - shopping / Arts English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons 12.30 and crafts 12.30 Lunch break Day trip to 14:00 - Laser Quest or Chichester and 15.30 Trip to Bowling Arundel Castle Supervised Arts and crafts/ Herstmonceux shopping / Arts Activities with English lessons Castle & English lessons 15:30 - and crafts social team Observatory Activities with Science Centre 17:30 social team 18.00 Evening meal at Twin Eastbourne 19.00 - Activities with Special theme Games night Movie night Arts and crafts Disco Free evening 21.30 social team night Need help to find the right centre for your client? *This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may be subject to change. +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 11
SUMMER CENTRES Harrow School With over 400 years of history, Harrow School is one of the most respected boarding schools in Britain. It is set on a 121-hectare estate in north-west London offering beautiful views over the city. Harrow School has some of the best leisure and sporting facilities on-site, making it the perfect location for a summer school. Age: 10-17 Canteen Common areas Wi-Fi Local Attractions Dates: 10th July-7th August The historic Harrow-on-the-Hill school Max class size: 16 Centre highlights • Historic location in the beautiful village of Harrow-on-the-Hill Notable nearby cities: Central London – 25 mins • Modern facilities in a state-of-the-art building Brighton - 2hrs 30 mins Oxford - 1hr 15 mins • Sports centre, tennis courts, indoor swimming pool, football pitch Cambridge - 1hr 30 mins • Beautiful views across London • Exciting walking tours and entrance to famous attractions Programme information Programmes Gold Accommodation Residential Elmfield Bill hall – communal area Brighton with entrance to Pavilion; Cambridge Full-day excursions with entrance to college; Oxford with entrance to college Harry Potter themed walking tour; Half-day London Walking tour with Thames river cruise; excursions Notting Hill walking tour; Walking tour with Madame Tussauds entrance Heathrow - 30 mins Airport transfers Gatwick - 1 hr 15 mins (at additional cost) Sports hall Stansted - 60 mins Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more 12 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
SUMMER CENTRES SUMMER CENTRES Harrow School is situated close to central London Harrow School programme Our new Harrow School programme is packed with activities, walking tours and entrance into famous attractions and is only available at this first-class Summer Centre. It’s ideal location ensures that students get the most out of their stay in the capital. They will have the chance to see all of the best sights that London has to offer, have lots of fun and take home plenty of unforgettable memories. Sample Programme, Harrow School* Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Week 1 Meet & Greet 09:00 - 12:30 / Orientation Testing/lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons Tour Full day excursion to Photography Drama Brighton with 14:00 - 15:30 Social games Dodgeball Club Harry Potter Walking tour workshop entrance to themed walking with river Pavilion Board game tour Yoga & cruise Instagram 16:00 - 17:00 Escape Room afternoon Mindfulness Competition Welcome Building com- Paper Fashion 19:00 - 21:00 Music Quiz Quiz Night Dancing Film Night Evening petition Show Week 2 09:00 - 12:30 English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons Full day excursion to Full day Jewellery excursion to 14:00 - 15:30 Oxford with Blogging Walking tour making Cambridge with entrance to Notting Hill with Madame college Creative Writing entrance to Twin's Got walking tour Tussauds 16:00 - 17:00 Talent Outdoor games entrance college Preparation (return at the centre at 20.00) Departure Staff vs Twin's Got Photo 19:00 - 21:00 Mystery Night Scavenger Hunt Ceremony & students Talent Competition Farewell Disco *This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may be subject to change. Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 13
SUMMER CENTRES Leamington Spa Royal Leamington Spa is filled with beautiful buildings, parks and interesting boutiques. Our centre is positioned next to the River Leam and Victoria Park, providing an opportunity for students to experience charming outdoor scenery. Age: 10-18* Junior only* Canteen Common areas Wi-Fi Sports hall Dates: 6th July - 17th August Leamington Spa Summer Centre Max class size: 16 Centre highlights • Walking distance to town centre Notable nearby cities: Oxford - 1hr 20 mins • Activities in the nearby Victoria Park Stratford-upon-Avon - 35 mins Birmingham - 1hr • Modern accommodation • Sports hall • Exciting full-day and half-day excursions Programme information Programmes Standard, Intensive Accommodation Residential single en-suite Residential accommodation Oxford tour Full-day excursions London, including a Thames River Cruise Warwick Castle including entrance Half-day Stratford-upon-Avon including entrance excursions to Shakespeare’s Birthplace Birmingham - 40 mins Airport transfers East Midlands - 1 hr 30 mins (at additional cost) London Heathrow - 1 hr 30 mins On-site café Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more *18 year olds will only be accepted as part of a group and will have lessons/activities with those aged 16+ 14 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
SUMMER CENTRES On-site residential accommodation Leamington Spa programme Our Leamington Spa Summer Centre provides students with the option to study either the Standard or Intensive programme. The Intensive programme gives students the chance to improve their English even more by offering eight extra lessons over two afternoons per week of English tuition. Students will also have the opportunity to prepare for the Trinity GCSE Exam* so they Will leave the UK with proof of their hard work and language skills. Sample Programme, Leamington Spa, Intensive Programme** Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Week 1 09.00 - Testing Meet & greet English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons 12.30 / lessons 14.00 - Full-day Social games Half-day excursion 15.30 Intensive Intensive excursion to to Oxford Opt-out English / GESE English / GESE Drama club Warwick Castle afternoon 16.00 - Board games preparation preparation (with entrance) 17.30 afternoon 20.00 - Welcome Building Staff versus Photo Quiz night Film night Karaoke night 22.00 evening competition students competition Week 2 Social games 09.00 - / Optional English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons 12.30 excursion 14.00 - Conversation Full-day Half-day 15.30 club excursion to excursion to London with Intensive Stratford-upon- Intensive Thames River Opt-out Leamington Spa English / GESE Avon English / GESE Cruise afternoon treasure hunt preparation with entrance to preparation 16.00 - (with return to Escape room Shakespeare's 17.30 the centre at Birthplace 20:00) 20.00 - Paper fashion Twin's Departure Scavenger hunt Mystery night Music quiz 22.00 show got talent ceremony *Exam can be arranged at an additional fee **This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may be subject to change. Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 15
SUMMER CENTRES Manchester Manchester is a modern, dynamic city with a welcoming and energetic atmosphere. It offers modern buildings, interesting museums, and exciting attractions. Our Manchester Summer Centre is right in the heart of this exiting city. Age: 10-18* Dates: 3rd July - 31st July Modern campus Common area Wi-Fi Basketball courts Student communal area Max class size: 16 Centre highlights Notable nearby cities: • 10 bright, modern classrooms Leeds - 1hr • Up-to-date computer suite Liverpool - 1hr Birmingham - 1hr 40 mins • Sports hall, with various sporting equipment • Communal social spaces Programme information Programmes Standard Accommodation Residential: single en-suite Liverpool with entrance to the Beatles Story Sports hall Full-day excursions Blackpool with entrance to Blackpool Tower Eye Half-day Chester excursions Tatton Park with entrance to the house Airport transfers Manchester – 20 mins (at additional cost) Liverpool – 1hr Communal area Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more *18 year olds will only be accepted as part of a group and will have lessons/activities with those aged 16+ 16 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
SUMMER CENTRES Manchester Metropolitan University Manchester programme Our Manchester Summer Centre is located at the Manchester Metropolitan University which offers our Standard programme of 20 English lessons per week in state-of-the-art facilities. Our activities programme will keep students entertained outside the classroom, while also encouraging them to further develop their English skills. With both half-day and full-day excursions to famous locations across the north, this centre offers the perfect location for students to experience more of the UK’s culture. Sample Programme, Manchester, Standard Programme* Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Week 1 09:00- Meet & Greet / Testing/lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons 12:30 Orientation Tour 14:00- Conversation Conversation Full day Social games 15:30 club club excursion to Liverpool with Half day Walking tour in entrance to the excursion to Drama club Manchester Beatles Story 16:00- Board game Blogging Chester Social games 17:00 afternoon workshop 19:00- Welcome Building Photo Film Night / Staff vs students Quiz night Karaoke night 21:00 evening competition competition Opt-out evening Week 2 Sign up / 09:00- Social Games English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons 12:30 / Optional excursion 14:00- Conversation Conversation Full day 15:30 club Club excursion to Half day Blackpool with Creative writing excursion to Opt-out entrance to (Intermediate+) Manchester Tatton Park with afternoon / Twin Blackpool Tower / Manchester Treasure Hunt 16:00- Twin's got talent entrance to the Olympics Eye (return to Escape room Museum 17:00 preparation house the centre at 20.00) Departure 19:00- Paper fashion Scavenger hunt Mystery night Twin's got talent Music quiz ceremony & 21:00 show Farewell disco *This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may be subject to change. Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 17
SUMMER CENTRES Woldingham Our centre in Woldingham is located 37 km south of Central London but is deep in the English countryside. Surrounded by beautiful fields and forests, students can enjoy the school’s many facilities, including a swimming pool, comfortable common rooms and large outdoor areas. Age: 8-17 Sports hall + Gym Historic building Wi-Fi Swimming pool Common areas Dates: 10th July - 7th August A student exploring Max class size: 16 Centre highlights • Swimming pool, sports hall, gymnasium and tennis courts Notable nearby cities: • In the heart of the countryside Brighton - 1hr London city centre - 30 mins • Spacious common residential areas • Extensive lawns including large play area • Modern dining space Programme information Programmes Standard On-site sports hall Accommodation Residential Brighton Full-day excursions London, including Thames River Cruise Half-day London, Greenwich excursions Royal Tunbridge Wells Gatwick Airport: 20 min Airport transfers Heathrow Airport: 45 min (at additional cost) Stansted: 1hr 30mins On-site swimming pool Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more *Dependent on student interest 18 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
SUMMER CENTRES Set in 283 hectares of beautiful countryside Woldingham programme At Woldingham Summer Centre we offer a Standard programme - designed to keep students entertained inside and outside of the classroom. Students can look forward to 20 English lessons per week, and we developed an activity programme which is packed with fun things to do in the afternoons and evenings. We also have half-day and full-day excursions to famous locations close to Woldingham. Sample Programme, Woldingham, Standard Programme* Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Week 1 09:00 - Meet & greet / Testing / lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons 12:30 orientation tour 14:00 - Half-day Full-day Social games Gym Dance Twin Olympics Volleyball 15:30 excursion to excursion to Brighton / Picture hunt London with (wet weather 16:00 - Board game Thames River Yoga & Twin's got talent Swimming option) 17:30 afternoon Cruise mindfulness preparation 20:00 - Welcome Building Photo Quiz night Staff vs students Film night Twin's got talent 22:00 evening competition competition Week 2 Sign up / 09:00 - Social games Testing / lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons 12:30 / Optional excursion Full-day excursion 14:00 - to London with Football Cricket Half-day Basketball Swimming 15:30 Thames River excursion to Cruise Football Royal Tunbridge tournament 16:00 - Wells Gym Tennis Swimming Gym 17:30 Departure 20:00 - Paper fashion Scavenger hunt Mystery night Music quiz Zombie night Ceilidh dancing ceremony & 22:00 show farewell disco *This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may be subject to change. Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 19
SUMMER CENTRES Dublin Residential Our Dublin Residential Programme is run at King’s Hospital College, which occupies a 40 hectare wooded site on the banks of the River Liffey. It offers beautiful views of the woods and river and is located 20 minutes from the city centre and the airport. Age: 11-16 Sports hall + Gym Modern campus Wi-Fi Swimming pool Common areas Dates: 26th June - 31st July Making friends - Dublin Max class size: 16 Centre highlights • Heated indoor swimming pool Notable nearby cities: Galway - 2hrs 30 mins • Extensive sports facilities include rugby, football, volleyball pitches, Kilkenny - 2hrs basketball and tennis courts, and a state-of-the-art indoor gymnasium • Theatre and music rooms • Large enclosed campus grounds with plenty of green areas Programme information Programmes Standard, Intensive Residential 5 or 6 bedded en-suite Accommodation Residential accommodation - Dormitory or twin en-suite rooms Causey Farm Full-day excursions Ardgillan & Skerries Half-day Dublin - Science Gallery or EPIC Museum excursions Dalkey Castle or Howth Airport transfers Dublin Airport – 20 mins (at additional cost) On-site indoor swimming pool Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more 20 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
SUMMER CENTRES Residential accommodation at Kings Hospital College Dublin programme Our Dublin Residential centre offers students different programme options to learn new skills, improve their English and enjoy a fun-filled activity and excursion programme. Students have the option to enrol for the Standard English programme, which includes 20 English lessons per week, or choose the Intensive Programme which offers 28 English lessons per week. Sample Programme, Dublin Residential, Standard programme* Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Week 1 English English 09:00-12:30 English lessons English lessons English lessons lessons lessons Free time in Full-day Dublin city excursion to Half-day excursion Half-day centre with Glendalough Campus Campus SnapChat 14:00-17:00 to Archaeology excursion to group leaders activities activities challenge Museum EPIC Museum / Additional trip to Howth available on 18:00-19:00 Dinner request 19:00-21:00 Movie night Archery Games night Irish music Irish sports Disco Karaoke Week 2 09:00-12:30 English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons Full-day excursion to Free time in Half-day Half-day Causey Farm Magic Campus Team Olympics Dublin city 14:00-17:00 excursion to excursion to workshop activities challenge centre with Dalkey Castle Howth group leaders 18:00-19:00 Dinner 19:00-21:00 Movie night Fencing Talent show Shopping Irish dancing Disco Casino night *This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may be subject to change. Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 21
SUMMER CENTRES Dublin Homestay Our Homestay Centre is located at St. Tiernan’s Community School in the safe, middle-class residential suburb of Dundrum – home to one of the largest shopping malls in Europe. It offers the ideal setting for a language school because all host families are within walking distance of the school so students can come and go to school on foot, in groups, each day. Age: 13-17 Sports hall + Gym Modern campus Wi-Fi Swimming pool Common areas Students on a walking tour Dates: 26th June - 31st July Centre highlights Max class size: 16 • 15 bright, airy classrooms with modern computer labs • Basketball court and table tennis tables Notable nearby cities: Galway - 2hrs 30 mins • Sports fields for football, volleyball or baseball and Irish Kilkenny - 2hrs sports (Hurling and Gaelic football) • Homestays give students even more chance to practice their English Programme information Programmes Standard, Intensive Accommodation Twin or triple rooms Waterford City Typical homestay family Full-day excursions Ardgillan Castle & Skerries Half-day Dublin - National History Museum excursions Dalkey Castle or Bray Airport transfers Dublin Airport – 40 min (at additional cost) Students at homestay Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more 22 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
SUMMER CENTRES A typical homestay accommodation Dublin Homestay programme Students can choose between the Standard programme, which includes 20 English lessons per week or they can select Intensive English which has 28 lessons per week. Luckily, summer is also about more than just lessons. We have an engaging programme of both activities and excursions that enable students to explore and experience the Irish culture on a greater scale. Sample Programme, Dublin Homestay, Standard programme* Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Week 1 English English 09:00-12:30 English lessons English lessons English lessons lessons lessons Full-day Free time in excursion to Half-day Dublin city Waterford City Campus Dublin walking Campus SnapChat 14:00-17:00 excursion to centre with activities tour activities challenge group leaders GPO Museum 18:00-19:00 Dinner with homestay host Ice breakers Fencing/Irish 19:00-21:00 - and welcome Movie night - - - sports party Week 1 09:00-12:30 English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons English lessons Full-day excursion to Free time in Ardgillan Castle Half-day Half-day Dublin city and Skerries Campus Campus Team Olympics 14:00-17:00 excursion to excursion to centre with Town activities activities challenge Dublinia GAA Museum group leaders 18:00-19:00 Dinner with homestay host Irish music and Casino and 19:00-21:00 - Disco - - - Irish dancing games night *This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may be subject to change. Please contact a member of our friendly sales team to learn more +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 23
ACCOMMODATION King’s Hospital residential accommodation Accommodation We want our students to be as comfortable and happy as possible, and we understand that living arrangements can be as important as studying. Our options are carefully chosen to make sure the standards meet our students’ Great locations expectations. Our accommodation options for summer include, homestay and residential, and includes three meals per day. Homestay accommodation Quality & comfort When students stay in homestay accommodation, they have an opportunity to practise their English outside of the classroom while living in a nice environment. Our accommodation team sources friendly and welcoming homestay options in Eastbourne and Dublin. We also work with organisers to make sure that homestay accommodation meets our high standards, and our Competitive rates students are safe, comfortable and happy with their hosts. Residential accommodation Our accommodation is different from centre to centre. While some Committed centres offer single or double en-suite, others offer shared rooms and to safety shared bathrooms. All include a weekly laundry service, common areas for students to enjoy and plenty of outside space is available for activities. Students can look forward to spending more time with their new friends and sharing mealtimes. Accommodation explained • Bed and board included (three meals per day) • Welcoming and comfortable environment • Communal areas for relaxing and socialising • One laundry and linen service per week 24 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
This is my third summer at Twin and I love it! - Veronica, Russia In summer 2019 our Eastbourne homestay hosts received 4 and a half stars. #twinliving Students on a walking tour - Eastbourne +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 25
EXTRA SERVICES Walking tour - London Extra Services At Twin we like to make sure we handle all of our customers’ requirements. In addition to our courses, accommodation, Transfers excursions and attractions, we can also arrange: Airport transfers and meet & greet service We can make sure students have a smooth arrival and departure by taking care of their travel to and from their airport. Guides tours Optional excursions & attractions We can arrange transfers for a number of locations and entrance tickets for attractions across the UK and Ireland. Ask for our Optional Excursions lists. Tickets Blue Badge Guides These guides are some of the best available and offer tours in London of exceptional quality. Insurance Travel and medical insurance Twin can provide travel and medical insurance through a licensed partner. We can help you to make your stay extra special 26 twinuk.com +44 (0) 8269 5678
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It is magnificent to make friends with people from all over Europe. Davide, Italy
Students in London Our summer Centres Minimum English Centre Dates Age Programme Accommodation class size level • UK Based Centres Residential Homestay Eastbourne 26th June - Standard & 10-17 10 Beginner • • (South Coast) 28th August Intensive Harrow School 10th July - 10-17 10 Beginner Gold • - (London) 7th August Leamington Spa 6th July - Standard & 10-18* 10 Beginner • - (Warwickshire) 17th August Intensive Manchester 3rd July - Standard 10-18* 10 Beginner • - (North England) 31st July Programme Woldingham 10th July - Standard 8-17 10 Beginner • - (Surrey) 7th August Programme • Ireland Based Centre Residential Homestay Dublin 26th June - Standard & 11-16 10 Elementary • - Residential 31st July Intensive Dublin 26th June - Standard & 13-17 10 Elementary - • Homestay 31st July Intensive *18 year olds will only be accepted as part of a group and will have lessons/activities with those aged 16+ +44 (0) 8269 5678 twinuk.com 29
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