The Abbey College - English language school in Malvern (Worcestershire), United Kingdom

We offer a variety of programmes, categorised as Academic Courses, English All Year, Foundation Courses (including our unique Medical Programme) and Summer School/Vacation courses, which we have been running for over 30 years. A range of options are also available, such as combining different courses, one-to-one tuition and executive programmes. With our stunning 70 acre campus we are able to offer a huge range of sporting and social activities on site, whilst maintaining a peaceful place in which to study. At The Abbey College we provide an all inclusive package. We care for students from the moment of arrival to the moment of departure. Our prices include all food and accommodation, airport transfers, outings, welfare, pastoral care and a full range of on-site activities. The average class size is 6 - 7, enabling our fully qualified teachers to understand the needs of each individual. Overseas students on academic programmes are initially given intensive English lessons by our specialised English department. As the student's English improves, academic subjects are gradually introduced so that students can make maximum use of their time with us. The Abbey College has something to suit every need, for all ages and abilities, at all times of the year. We pride ourselves on providing what we believe to be one of the best possible education services in the country. Whatever your requirement, see for yourself how you can enjoy a brighter future in the heart of England.

Malvern has been a centre for private residential education for over a century, and is a cultural centre in its own right. Malvern is nationally famous for it's hills and scenery, as well as it's natural mineral water, which is exported worldwide. Malvern's proximity to Birmingham, which now houses many National cultural facilities originally in London, is an added advantage. Listed below are some of the many places regularly visited by the College, dependent on the time of year: Oxford, Bath, London, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cardiff, Liverpool, Birmingham, Royal Forest of Dean, Blenheim Palace, Natural History Museum (London), Ironbridge Museum, Royal Shakespeare Theatre (Stratford), Hippodrome Theatre (Birmingham), NEC (Birmingham - for music concerts), Alton Towers (Amusement Park), Malvern Festival Theatre. The Abbey College is located on the slopes of the beautiful Malvern Hills in Worcestershire, England. The nearest town is Great Malvern (4km), a historic spa town which offers a theatre, cinema, swimming pool, leisure clubs and a variety of shops and restaurants. Worcester and Cheltenham are less than 30 minutes by car. Great Malvern train station is two and a half hours from London Paddington. However, the most convenient way to reach the school from London Heathrow airport is by car (journey time 2-3 hours).

Course	Minimum duration	Maximum duration
English All Year	2 Weeks	>20 Weeks
Vacation Courses (Summer & Easter)	2 Weeks	>20 Weeks
G.C.S.E & I.G.C.S.E	20 Weeks	>20 Weeks
A-Level	20 Weeks	>20 Weeks
Foundation	20 Weeks	>20 Weeks

Host Family
Shared Flat
Student residence on campus
Student Residence off campus
Hotel

Facility	Free Access	Available at Extra Cost
Library
PC
Internet
Cafeteria
Bar
Sport Centre/Gym
airport
Snooker
Tennis Courts, Football Pitches, Badminton, Volleyball
Photo Lab
Number of classrooms : Not transmitted

	organised by school	possible near school	distance in km
Excursions			200 Km
Golf			2 Km
Sailing			60 Km
Parties
Cinema/Theatre
Volleyball
Football
Handball
Tennis
Skiing			150 Km
Climbing			2 Km
Hiking
Horse riding			2 Km
Surfing			60 Km
Dance classes
Music classes			10 Km
Arts and Crafts
Others 1
Others 2			2