Learn English
Small Group English Language Courses for Teenagers
At Kingsdown House we are passionate about small group learning to help you achieve your best in English.
We will make sure you enjoy an exciting stay on the coast, where you will be safe and happy, in a caring English family environment.
Course Overview
You will be in learning in a small group of around 6 students in the mornings. Anita, your teacher, has over 15 years of experience teaching English; and has worked for many years as a specialist speech and language therapist.
- 30+ hours of English tuition
- Students aged from 12 to 18 years
- Stays of two weeks throughout the year
- Language-rich activities and trips
- Courses tailored to students’ requirements
- Students assessed on arrival
- Certificate of achievement at the end of the course
- Opportunities to learn about British culture and heritage
- Full board with delicious traditional British food
The Course
Your tutor is a highly specialist language teacher with experience of over 15 years teaching.
The English course at Kingsdown House will enable you to make significant improvement in all aspects of language and communication.
The small class size of usually 4 – 7 students, enables each learner to make maximum progress.
We assess you on arrival to find the areas where you need most help. We then tailor the teaching materials and lessons to the individual and to their preferences.
- Expand your vocabulary
- Improve your grammar, especially verb tenses
- Practise writing and spelling
- Work on pronunciation
- Opportunities to speak and listen to English
- Conversations with the family during the day
- 30+ hours of English tuition
| Weekday Programme | |
| 08:00 – 09:00 | Breakfast |
| 09:00 – 12:30 | Tuition (Four lessons) |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch (Light meal + fruit) |
| 14:00 – 18:00 | Trips/sports/activities |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Evening meal (Homemade & locally sourced where possible) |
| 19:00 – 22:00 | Trips/sports/activities |
| Saturday Programme | |
| 08:00 – Evening | Trip to London |
| Sunday Programme | |
| MorningAfternoon | Free timeTrip to a place of interest |
Hello, I’m Anita Branton, I would like to welcome you to Kingsdown House. If you have any questions you are always welcome to contact me directly.
Where is the School?
Ramsgate
It is a sunny seaside town situated in East Kent with wonderful sandy beaches and a beautiful Royal Harbour. There is a lot to do and see with something to suit everyone.
Very close to London
Within an hour’s reach of London, it is perfect for exciting excursions, enabling you to experience the best this world-class city has to offer.
Trips & Activities
We have an amazing programme of trips, sports & activities.
Trips
Trips
London, Dover Castle, Leeds Castle, Canterbury, St Augustine’s Abbey, Richborough Roman Fort, Charles Dickens House, Turner Contemporary Art Gallery, Coastal Areas and Sandy Beaches..
Sports
Sports
Archery, surfing, canoeing, paint-balling, tennis, badminton, croquet, table tennis, swimming, golf lessons, volley ball, football, basketball, mini-golf and cricket.
Activities
Activities
Watch popular British films, learn about British history, learn to cook well known British recipes, visit the cinema, do pottery painting, go fruit picking, visit a British law court.
Your Stay
The House
A charming 200-year-old house on the coast. There is a sitting room for relaxing and watching films in the evenings. A separate building in the garden is used as a classroom.
Bedrooms
The student bedrooms are spread across the three floors. The twin rooms are shared with sinks and have easy access to bathrooms.
Food
Full board with delicious traditional British food. We are able to cater to students’ food requirements. Please contact us for more details.
Facilities
Free Wi-Fi access
6.30am – 11.00pm
Washing service
available on request.
Getting Here
Most people come to us by plane, others by train, ferry or car. You can take a taxi or train from any of the London airports.
FAQ
If you have questions please check out our frequently asked questions page or contact us directly.
2024
Course Dates / Fees
2 Week Programme
30+ Hours Tuition
Please enquire for prices
May
- Sunday 19.05.2024 – Saturday 01.06.2024
July
- Sunday 07.07.2024 – Saturday 20.07.2024
- Sunday 21.07.2024 – Saturday 03.08.2024
August
- Sunday 04.08.2024 – Saturday 17.08.2024
Contact Us
Email us for more information and booking a place.
Host Tutor: Mrs Anita Branton
Address: Kingsdown House, 17 Albion Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 8DJ, England
Tel: +44 (0)789 0317 940
Member of the English Speaking Union, Dartmouth House, London
Member of the Thanet, East Kent and Dover Chamber of Commerce