SPRACHCAFFE - ENGLISH IN LONDON
Sprachcaffe London is one of our language schools, offering British English Courses. When choosing a place to study English in England, London is always near the top of the list, if it is not at the top of the list.
Standard, intensive, one-to-one and afternoon courses are offered at our London school, so whether you're thinking of participating in an intensive course during your holidays, preparing for an exam or you simply wish to study a language in a relaxed environment, our London School surely can fulfil your English learning needs. Studying in London will allow you to utilise your new found English skills at local pubs, restaurants and shops.
SPRACHCAFFE LONDON - ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL IN LONDON
Location of the London School: The London branch of Sprachcaffe Languages School / TA Edwards Language School, was founded in 1990 and is recognized by the British Council. It is close to the school in London zones 3 or 4, just a walking distance away or a bus ride away.
It is an easily accessible area and a very pleasant place to reside and study. Students enjoy close shopping centres, a public library, cinemas, international restaurants, and splendid parks and gardens, making Ealing the greenest area in all of London.
SPRACHCAFFE LONDON - INSIDE THE LANGUAGE SCHOOL
The London school is fully equipped with: Reception / Patio garden area for outdoor lounging / Classrooms / Common rooms and areas dedicated to our students / Library / Study room
SPRACHCAFFE LONDON – ACTIVITIES: One thing is certain: you will never get bored in London. Just take a look at the "Time Out" pages - a leisure magazine widely consulted in London, and you will get an instant update of all the activities and events happening in London. Want to spend a night at the theatre? Great! London is considered the world-wide theatres' capital: music, art, sightseeing, the possibilities are endless!
English Courses in London: In our school in London we offer English courses for all levels from absolute beginner to advanced. On the first day, you will take a test and will be placed in the level most suitable for you.
The courses are held from Monday to Friday: educational material on loan will be given during class. There are no classes during holidays.
OUR TEACHERS: Our teachers are all native speakers, highly qualified and have an academic education. After the lessons, they are available to give advice and assistance on any problems with the language and to awnser questions about local cultural and sporting events. They may spend their free time with our guests and, of course, for students taking a business language course, they will provide special materials for class.
Teaching method: Our teaching method is based on the "principle of conversation" because the study of language should be aimed mainly at putting into practice the grammatical and lexical aspects of the language:
Lessons: The class is based essentially on the principle of conversation. This is achieved through intensive training in structured role-play, guided dialogs, audio-listening and reading cultural, social, and political essays and articles related to the host country.
Certificate: At the end of the course each student will receive a certificate attesting to the number of lessons taken and the language level achieved.
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Types of courses
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Standard course
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Intensive course
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Private instruction
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Business course
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Academic course
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Lessons per week
(1 lesson = 45 min)
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20
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30
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10/20/30
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30
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20/30
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Minimum length
(weeks)
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2
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1
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1
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2
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12
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Maximum length
(weeks)
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unlimited
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unlimited
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unlimited
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unlimited
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unlimited
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Number of maximum students
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10
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10
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1
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10
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10
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Minimum age
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18
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18
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18
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18
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18
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STANDARD LANGUAGE COURSE: Whether you are a complete beginner or simply wish to brush up on your English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German or Chinese, a Standard Language Course at any of Sprachcaffe / Languages PLUS schools around the world is bound to meet your requirements.
This is the perfect compromise between learning the language and enjoying your free time. Four daily lessons guarantee effective learning, while the morning or afternoon remains free for extra-curricular activities.
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Course Duration
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Minimum 2 weeks - unlimited
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Lessons per day
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4 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
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Class Size
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Ranges between 8-15 students per class, depending on destination
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Minimum Age
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18 years; 16-18 accepted with parental or guardian authorization
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Levels
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Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
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INTENSIVE LANGUAGE COURSE: An Intensive Language Course at Sprachcaffe / Languages PLUS in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German or Chinese is the ideal choice for a more in-depth focus on the language. Whether you are a complete beginner or simply wish to brush up on your languages, this course is bound to meet your requirements.
In this case, more emphasis is placed on learning, thus leaving less free time for extra curricular activities. Six daily lessons guarantee effective progress in a much shorter time.
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Course Duration
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Minimum 1 week - unlimited
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Lessons per day
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6 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
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Class Size
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Ranges between 8-12 students per class, depending on destination
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Minimum Age
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18 years; 16-8 accepted with parental or guardian authorization
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Levels
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Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
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ACADEMIC LANGUAGE COURSE: The Academic Term / Exam Preparation Course at Sprachcaffe / Language PLUS is structured similar to the Standard Language Course, however the goals and objectives are structured for long term study. Thus it is ideal for students who which to attain a more in-depth and continuous study of the language and also for those interested in sitting for any of the major language exams, such as the PET, FCE, CAE, CPE, TOEFL, DELE, DELF, DALF, CILS and DSH. The examination fees are not included in the course price and students have to pay extra for materials.
Completing an Academic Term at Sprachcaffe / Language PLUS will help earn important qualifications and is perfect for those seeking the challenges and goals of meeting university entrance requirements.
Spending several months abroad is the ideal way to completely immerse yourself in another language. Chose to study at one of our Sprachcaffe centers around the world for 3, 6 or even better, 9 months!
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Course Duration
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Minimum 8 weeks - unlimited
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Lessons per day
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4 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
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Class Size
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Ranges between 8-12 students per class, depending on destination
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Minimum Age
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18 years; 16-18 accepted with parental or guardian authorization
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Levels
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Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
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MINIGROUP LANGUAGE COURSE: Whether you are a complete beginner or simply wish to brush up on your English, Spanish or French, a Mini group Language Course at Sprachcaffe / Language PLUS is bound to meet your requirements. The important feature in this course is class size which is reduced considerably allowing for greater personalized attention by the teacher.
This is the perfect compromise between learning the language and enjoying your free time. Four daily lessons guarantee effective learning, while the morning or afternoon remains free for extra-curricular activities.
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Course Duration
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Minimum 2 weeks - unlimited
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Lessons per day
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4 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
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Class Size
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Maximum 6 students per class
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Minimum Age
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18 years; 16-8 accepted with parental or guardian authorization
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Levels
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Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
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Availability
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Not available during high season (Check schools for specific dates)
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COLLEGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: For students who book a language program of 3, 6 or 9 months in Brighton, Madrid, Nice, Florence or Frankfurt, we offer a free university placement service. Our staffs provides assistance with applications to universities, the choice of university courses and will always be ready to clear up any doubts and give the best possible advice.
HOWEVER we can give no guarantee that the student will be accepted. Getting to know a different culture and language, another education, university and research system, will most definitely be of immense advantage to you in your later life!
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Application Requirements
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• Participation in a language course with a duration of at least 3 months at the Sprachcaffe Language/PLUS School in one of the five cities mentioned above.
• Minimum age is 18 years for all universities
• Students must satisfy the particular entry requirements for the University and course of choice.
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Dates
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Entry all year round, ideally beginning at least 7 months before the semester starts at the chosen destination
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VACATION LANGUAGE COURSE: A Vacation Language Course in Spanish or Italian at Sprachcaffe / Language PLUS schools is sure to provide you with some insight into the language and its cultural setting. Two daily lessons will leave you with a lot of spare time to enjoy your vacation and discover the host countries on a cultural level. Whether you are a complete beginner or simply wish to brush up on your languages, this course is bound to meet your requirements, letting you focus primarily on your travelling and touring activities.
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Course Duration
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Minimum 2 weeks - unlimited
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Lessons per day
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2 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
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Class Size
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Ranges between 8-12 students per class, depending on destination
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Minimum Age
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18 years; 16-8 accepted with parental or guardian authorization
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Levels
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Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
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PRIVATE INSTRUCTION: One-to-one language training is the quickest and most intensive way to learn a language or to improve your language skills. The format of the lessons is totally determined by the needs and desires of the student. The hours of this course are flexible which makes it possible to book such a course together with another course option.
This course is also ideal as a tutoring or support course to focus on problem areas. You decide the number of daily lessons: two, four or six. All aspects of the language are taught in as short a time possible without being overly demanding.
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Course Duration
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Minimum 1 week - unlimited
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Lessons per day
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2, 4 or 6 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
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Class Size
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Individual
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Minimum Age
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18 years; 16-8 accepted with parental or guardian authorization
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Levels
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Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
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BUSINESS LANGUAGE COURSE: The Business Course is ideal for students and professionals who need to use a language for business communication in their daily routine. The course combines 4 lessons per day made up of the Standard Language Course and is followed by 2 lessons per day specializing in business topics. We cover a range of current and relevant work-related issues.
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Course Duration
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Minimum 2 weeks - unlimited
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Lessons per day
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6 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
4 Standard English lessons, 2 Business English lessons
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Class Size
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Maximum 6 students per class
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Minimum Age
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18 years; 16-8 accepted with parental or guardian authorization
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Levels
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Intermediate, Advanced
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AFTERNOON ENGLISH COURSE: Afternoon English classes practise all the language skills: reading and writing, speaking and listening, and develop knowledge of grammar and vocabulary. Students joining these classes are assessed for level and allocated to an appropriate class.
This is the perfect compromise between learning the language and enjoying your free time. Two daily lessons a week guarantee effective learning, and are convenient for students who work during the day.
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Course Duration
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Minimum 12 week - unlimited
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Lessons per day
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4 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
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Class Size
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Ranges between 8-18 students per class, depending on destination
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Minimum Age
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18 years; 16-18 accepted with parental or guardian authorization
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Levels
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Beginners, Elementary, Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate, Advanced and Proficiency.
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Price
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£50 per week , minimum 12 weeks - £600 (In Brighton)
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SPRACHCAFFE LONDON - ACCOMMODATION IN LONDON
In London we offer three types of accommodation, you may choose the option that suits you best depending on your needs. In all the options you may interact with other people and be able to practice what has been studied in class. For more information click on one of the options:
HOST FAMILY IN LONDON: We offer lodging with host families carefully selected by the Sprachcaffe staff. Should you decide on this option, you will not only have the ability to practice your language skills outside of class, you will come to know first hand the culture and the customs of Londoners.
We carefully select host families based on the following factors:
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Shortest possible travel distance between the host family and our school
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Highest possible comfort level of host family accommodation
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Availability of host family accommodation
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Single or double beds
APARTMENTS IN LONDON: London apartments have been newly renovated in 2005, and here is what they include:
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Single or shared rooms with basic furniture
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Equipped kitchen
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Equipped shared bathrooms
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Self-catering
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Cleaning Service: regularly
HOTEL IN LONDON: We also offer a hotel*** in London to those who prefer greater comfort and privacy. The hotel in London includes:
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Single rooms (double rooms are only available to students traveling together)
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Private en-suite bathrooms
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Television and telephone
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Breakfast
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Cleaning Service: frequent
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Internet Corner: 3 computers with free internet access
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Junior Programs - English