Southbourne School of English Bournemouth, England UK
30 Beaufort Road - BH6 5AL Bournemouth - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Located just a 10 minute walk to an award winning beach
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
- Top rated school facilities5
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Optional language workshops.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
- School does not accept credit card payments.
Venue: Southbourne School of English is located in the bustling seaside town of Bournemouth, on the southern coast of England. Housed in a purpose-built building in a pleasant residential area, the school offers students an excellent base to further their studies of English, whilst experiencing what Bournemouth and the surrounding areas have to offer. The school is very well situated within the town, just a 20-minute walk from the beach, with shops, cafés and eateries nearby.
School facilities: The facilities of Southbourne School of English are excellent, offering all a student needs to further their English studies and more. As a purpose-built school, students have great resources and facilities at their disposal, including a computer lab, movie room, library, after-class language learning software and a student support desk for any questions or queries. All classrooms have air conditioning, heating, electronic whiteboards and ample natural light to create the optimal learning environment.
Course selection: Adult courses are available throughout the whole year with General English, Cambridge Exam Preparation (B2 First (formerly FCE), C1 Advanced (formerly CAE), CPE) and IELTS Exam Preparation programmes all being very popular. For junior students, there are fully immersive programmes in spring, as well as throughout the summer months.
Accommodation: Accommodation is available locally via a selection of Homestay facilities.
Accreditations and Associations: The teaching and quality care of Southbourne School of English is highlighted and confirmed through their accreditation from the British Council.
English Courses
General Language
General Course
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£310£295 / week More
General Course
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 23 | 24 | 39 | 40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 310 295 | 620 589 | 930 884 | 1,240 1,178 | 1,860 1,767 | 2,480 2,356 | 3,100 2,945 | 6,440 6,118 | 5,880 5,586 | 9,555 9,078 | 9,400 8,930 |
| Price in US$ | 398 | 795 | 1,192 | 1,590 | 2,384 | 3,179 | 3,973 | 8,254 | 7,536 | 12,246 | 12,047 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 £
High season dates 28 Jun 2026 - 23 Aug 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 12:45 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive Course21 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£355£338 / week More
Intensive Course
21 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
£355£338 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 23 | 24 | 39 | 40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 355 338 | 710 675 | 1,065 1,012 | 1,420 1,349 | 2,130 2,024 | 2,840 2,698 | 3,550 3,373 | 7,475 7,102 | 6,960 6,612 | 11,310 10,745 | 11,200 10,640 |
| Price in US$ | 455 | 910 | 1,365 | 1,820 | 2,730 | 3,640 | 4,550 | 9,580 | 8,920 | 14,495 | 14,354 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 £
High season dates 28 Jun 2026 - 23 Aug 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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General Course + One-to-OneFor the summer, only limited places left!21 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£790£751 / week More
General Course + One-to-One
For the summer, only limited places left!
21 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
£790£751 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 790 751 | 1,580 1,501 | 2,370 2,252 | 3,160 3,002 | 3,950 3,753 | 4,740 4,503 | 5,530 5,254 | 6,320 6,004 | 7,110 6,755 | 7,900 7,505 | 9,120 8,664 |
| Price in US$ | 1,013 | 2,025 | 3,038 | 4,050 | 5,063 | 6,075 | 7,088 | 8,100 | 9,112 | 10,125 | 11,688 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
Junior Summer General Course (Activities + Homestay) (10 to 15 years old)15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from£825£805 / week Includes accommodationMore
Junior Summer General Course (Activities + Homestay) (10 to 15 years old)
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
£825£805 / week
Includes accommodation
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 825 805 | 1,650 1,609 | 2,475 2,414 | 3,600 3,510 | 4,500 4,388 | 5,400 5,265 | 6,300 6,143 | 7,200 7,020 | 8,100 7,898 | 9,000 8,775 |
| Price in US$ | 1,086 | 2,171 | 3,256 | 4,736 | 5,919 | 7,103 | 8,287 | 9,471 | 10,654 | 11,838 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 09 Aug 2026, 16 Aug 2026
This course includes 15 language lessons, an activity programme and 1 full-day excursion per week.
Students aged 10 to 15 staying longer than 27 nights will need to be placed with a family that is registered as a private foster family with social services. Price per week is GBP 330 (only homestay).
Extra fees
- Book supplement (1 wek courses): GBP 50.
- Under 12 surcharge: GBP 40.
- Special diets: GBP 45 per week.
- Change of host/course dates after registration/placement: GBP 25.
- Unaccompanied Minor Service (departure): GBP 120.
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 10 years
- Age range:
- 10 - 15 years
Students per class- Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 60 min
Student reviews about "Junior Summer General Course (Activities + Homestay)" at Southbourne School of English
Héctor
"Everything was perfect."
Additional information for all courses
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Junior Summer General Course (Activities) (9 to 15 years old)15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from£570£542 / week More
Junior Summer General Course (Activities) (9 to 15 years old)
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
£570£542 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 570 542 | 1,140 1,083 | 1,710 1,625 | 2,280 2,166 | 2,850 2,708 | 3,420 3,249 | 3,990 3,791 | 4,560 4,332 | 5,130 4,874 | 5,700 5,415 |
| Price in US$ | 731 | 1,461 | 2,192 | 2,922 | 3,653 | 4,383 | 5,114 | 5,844 | 6,575 | 7,305 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 09 Aug 2026, 16 Aug 2026
Students aged 10 to 15 who require homestay accommodation and are staying longer than 27 nights will need to be placed with a family that is registered as a private foster family with social services. Price per week is GBP 330 (only homestay).
Extra fees
- Book supplement (1 wek courses): GBP 50.
- Under 12 surcharge: GBP 40.
- Special diets: GBP 45 per week.
- Change of host/course dates after registration/placement: GBP 25.
- Unaccompanied Minor Service (departure): GBP 120.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 13:00
Afternoon: 15:15 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 9 years
- Age range:
- 9 - 15 years
Students per class- Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
B2 First Exam Preparation
21 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from£405£385 / week More
B2 First Exam Preparation
21 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
£405£385 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 1,620 1,539 |
| Price in US$ | 2,077 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 16 Feb 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 16 Nov 2026
Southbourne School of English is an examination centre for Cambridge First Certificate.
This course prepares students for the FCE exam.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 13 Mar 2026, 27 Aug 2026, 12 Dec 2026
- Exam fee
- 235 £
Additional information for all courses
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C1 Advanced Exam Preparation21 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from£405£385 / week More
C1 Advanced Exam Preparation
21 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
£405£385 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 1,620 1,539 |
| Price in US$ | 2,077 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 23 Feb 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 16 Nov 2026
This course prepares students for the CAE exam.
This course will only run if there's a minimum of 3 students enrolled.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 21 Mar 2026, 28 Aug 2026, 12 Dec 2026
- Exam fee
- 238 £
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Southbourne School of English include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Optional language workshops
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Students in class6/35
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Students in class8/35
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School building 16/35
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Beach18/35
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Main school21/35
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Wide nationality mix25/35
Beach26/35
Students by London Eye, London excursion27/35
Students by Brighton Pavilion28/35
Students by Buckingham Palace, London excursion29/35
Students outside castle, Lulworth Castle excursion30/35
Students by guard, London excursion31/35
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Student opinions about Southbourne School of English, Bournemouth
4.3
Overall school rating of
Southbourne School of English, Bournemouth
Southbourne School of English, Bournemouth
3 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Location of the school
Facilities
Social activities
Organisation
Course
Quality of teaching
Value for money
Accommodation
Homestay
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Héctor
10 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“On the last week of August there were few students, but they adapted the classes to just three students! The excursions were fascinating.”
“Everything was perfect.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Everything was perfect.
Verified
Course: Junior Summer General Course (Activities + Homestay) - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Aug. 2024
Mateja
44 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Grigory
17 yearsOverall rating
4.0
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Course: General Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 25. Jul. 2019
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Southbourne School of English
“We have been running language courses for over 53 years and as a family run school that is highly-accredited, we provide quality education for all”–Paul Gallina,Director of Southbourne School of English
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 80% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Southbourne School of English.
- Year of school foundation
- 1966
- The school is an official exam center
- The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Drink vending machine
Snack vending machine
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Table tennis
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Free parking
Free water dispenser
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Facilities for islamic students
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 20
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | 19% |
| China | 10% |
| Spain | 9% |
| Germany | 8% |
| Saudi Arabia | 8% |
| Italy | 7% |
| Japan | 6% |
| Thailand | 5% |
| France | 3% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 23% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 200Adult courses - Throughout the year: 200Junior courses - In summer: 300Junior courses - Throughout the year: 300
- Minimum age of students
- 15 years9 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 7Adult courses Throughout the year: 7Junior courses In summer: 7Junior courses Throughout the year: 7
- Average age of students
- In summer: 18 yearsThroughout the year: 23 years
Information for all courses offered by Southbourne School of English
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- £120
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Book supplement fee for students only studying one week: GBP 50.
Insurance: GBP 5 admin fee + GBP 7/week.
Summer season course supplement not charged for courses of 10+ weeks.
The minimum age for adult courses during the summer is 16 years old and 15 years old outside of summer. Students below the age of 16 will be able to enrol in the junior summer courses instead between June and August.- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 80 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 26 Mar 2027, 29 Mar 2027, 03 May 2027, 31 May 2027, 30 Aug 2027, 27 Dec 2027, 28 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- London Heathrow Airport:
- £220 one way
£440 return (both ways) - Bournemouth Airport:
- £60 one way
£120 return (both ways) - London Gatwick Airport:
- £245 one way
£490 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Heathrow.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- The school is open a couple of evenings per week. In the colder months students will have karaoke nights and play games together in the student lounge. Throughout the summer, students head down to the beach to play beach volleyball and enjoy toasted marshmallows with chocolate.
Adults - Paid activities
- The school offers a social programme, which varies from week to week. There are sporting activities like football or volleyball tournaments. The school opens in the evening for 3 nights a week for an evening activity such as a film night, quiz or game night. There are day trips planned to the surrounding major cities.
Junior - Free activities
- The school is open a couple of evenings per week. In the colder months students will have karaoke nights and play games together in the student lounge. Throughout the summer, students head down to the beach to play beach volleyball and enjoy toasted marshmallows with chocolate.
Junior - Paid activities
- The school offers a social programme, which varies from week to week. There are sporting activities like football or volleyball tournaments. The school opens in the evening for three nights a week for an evening activity such as a film night, quiz or game night. There are day trips planned to the surrounding major cities.
- Video about leisure activities at Southbourne School of English Bournemouth
Accommodation
Homestay
In high demand!
1 rating Twin room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends 
Shared bathroom
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£210/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
1 rating
Twin room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
£210/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | 210 | 420 | 630 | 840 | 1050 | 1260 | 1470 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 210 |
| Price in US$ | 284 | 567 | 850 | 1,134 | 1,417 | 1,700 | 1,984 | 2,267 | 2,833 | 3,400 | 284 |
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Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
During high season students under 18 year old may share a room with another student of a similar age, same gender and probably same nationality.
15-year-olds must follow a 22:00 curfew, 16/17-year-old students follow an 23:00 curfew.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Twin room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
- Minimum age of students
- 15
- Maximum age of students
- 99
- Dates
- High season dates: 28 Jun 2026 - 23 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 35 £
No extra nights bookable
Questions and answers about Southbourne School of English
I am interested in booking the junior programme for my kids, but we don't need accommodation. Would be possible to book a day programme?
“The school Southbourne School of English accepts registrations for a day programme in their Junior Programme in the summer. Let us know what your preferred dates and we can provide you with more information.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 13, 2024
When booking the Junior Programme without accommodation, is lunch included in the price?
“Lunch is not included in the price of the programme, but it can be included as a supplement fee. ”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 13, 2024
FAQ about Southbourne School of English, Bournemouth
What is the best price for a course at Southbourne School of English, Bournemouth?
“English courses at Southbourne School of English start at 295 £ for a General Course course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Southbourne School of English?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Southbourne School of English”
Is it possible to take a course at Southbourne School of English as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: General Course, Intensive Course”
Is airport pickup offered by Southbourne School of English?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (220 £), Bournemouth Airport (60 £), London Gatwick Airport (245 £)”
What is the number of students per class at Southbourne School of English?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Southbourne School of English varies from 10 (B2 First Exam Preparation) to 16 students (General Course)”
Which countries are students of Southbourne School of English from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Southbourne School of English comes from Switzerland with a 19% representation, followed by students from China (10%) and Spain (9%).”
Southbourne School of English offers courses for which ages?
“Southbourne School of English offers courses from 9 years (Junior Summer General Course (Activities), 15 lessons per week) to 99. The average age is 18 during the summer and 23 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Southbourne School of English
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Southbourne School of English Ltd | Tax registration ID: 1673616
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 20. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 50 £
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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This course includes 15 group general English lessons and 6 one-to-one lessons per week.