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THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE

Bristol

Bristol to London

160km 2h 10m 1h 40m 2h 40m

Student Ages 2016

Average age: 23 (Minimum age 16

Student Nationalities 2016

Percentages fluctuate according to season

Student Numbers 2016

An average of 165 students from 25 different countries

Student Nationalities 2016

Percentages fluctuate according to season

Thailand Japan Taiwan South Korea Middle East Other Latin America Netherlands Spain Turkey Italy Switzerland

Student Ages 2016

Average age: 23 (Minimum age 16

Student Ages 2016

Average age: 23 (Minimum age 16

Student Ages 2016

Average age: 23 (Minimum age 16

Student Ages 2016

Average age: 23 (Minimum age 16

31+ 26-30 21-25 18-20 16-17

50 100 150 200 250 May June July August September October November December January February March April

BRISTOL

• With a population of 442,500, it is the second

largest city in the south after London

• A lively university city with more than 


50,000 students

• Bristol International Airport has flights to 


117 cities in 35 countries 2017

• 2017 Best UK City To Live In (Sunday Times)
• Bristol was the European Green Capital for 2015

(the first British city to win this award)

• Highest employment rate amongst UK’s 


Core Cities

• Home of Banksy and the world famous 


Balloon Fiesta

• A port city with lots of restaurants and nightlife 

• n the harbour side and numerous music, 


art and food festivals

• A family-run school established in 1969
• The #1 ranked school in the UK based

upon British Council Inspectors’ publishable statements

• Located in two fine old buildings close to

the university in Clifton, one of Bristol’s most attractive areas.

• Accredited by the British Council and

inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI)

• A member of TEN, a group of 10

independent schools with a reputation for quality and personal service.

THE SCHOOL

COURSES

• 21 full hours of classroom time per week plus daily

homework

• 4 hours per week optional supervised self-study
• Average class size: 10 (maximum 14)
• General English has 6 levels from A2

(Elementary) to C2 (Advanced), with more than

• ne class at most levels
• As part of your course, depending on your level,

you can prepare for the Cambridge English First, Advanced and Proficiency exams, 
 IELTS or BULATS

• Minimum Level: A2 (Elementary) for General

English, B1 (Intermediate) for exam preparation

• Optional free language activities including

Conversation Club, Job Club, Friday Film Club and guest speakers

• Free e-learning from the time of registration up to

12 weeks after the end of the course

SUMMER COURSES

• The summer courses run from June to

September.

• During July and August we open an additional

study centre in Clifton College, just 2 minutes’ walk from Pembroke House

• The summer centre has spacious classrooms, 


a beautiful garden and wonderful facilities.

• The courses include 21 full teaching hours 


per week

• They are run in the same way as our courses

throughout the year with intensive General English and examination preparation

• The summer courses are suitable for motivated

students aged 16+

• During July and August, lunch is an option in 


the college for all our students

ACCOMMODATION

3 options, one price

• Homestay families (all year)
• Student residencies (all year)
• Goldney Hall (summer only)

ELC Student Residences

Residence No. Stud En-suite Walking Distance Photos

• St. John's House

28 No 3 - 7 minutes Photos Granby Hill 9 Yes 15 - 20 minutes Photos Wellington Park 7 Showers and basin,
 2 shared toilets 5 - 10 minutes Photos

• St. Paul's Road

7 Yes 10 - 15 minutes Photos Mortimer Road 4/5 Showers and basin,
 2 shared toilets 10 - 15 minutes Photos Clyde Cottage 3 No 10 - 15 minutes Photos

Accommodation Page on website

SOCIAL PROGRAMME

• Led by the teachers
• At least two activities during the week
• A full day excursion every Saturday
• Football match against the teachers on Thursday

Examples of activities: International Food Party, pub tour, music at the Old Duke, theatre, pub quiz, visit to BBC studios, Laser Fusion, pool, Salsa Night, Banksy Tour (Graffiti), Bristol Beer Factory Tour, Friday Lunch Club, Afternoon Tea at Browns, school parties, Bowling, ELC’s Got Talent, etc. Examples of Excursions: Cambridge, London, Oxford, Bath, Glastonbury, Harry Potter Studios, Cardiff, Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Gower Peninsula, Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon. Website link to Summer Social Programme

STUDENT’S UNION – BRISTOL UNIVERSITY

ELC students are able to join Bristol University clubs run by the student union. The perfect way to make English friends.

Popular clubs and societies

Badminton, Ballroom Dancing, Basketball, Capoeira, Choir, Climbing, Cycling, Film, Fine Arts, Football, Futsal, Hip Hop/ Street Dance, Hockey, Hot Air Ballooning, Kick Boxing, Kite surfing, Law, Marketing, Meditation, Muay Thai, Music, Philosophy, Photography, Public Speaking, Running, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Trampoline, Volleyball, Wine Circle, Yoga.

"A great way to make English friends!"

OTHER INFORMATION AND USEFUL LINKS

ELC Brochure Dates and Fees Online test Online enrolment form ELC Bristol #1 School in the UK Facebook Page Instagram More information about Bristol University Clubs & Societies ELC Bristol Marketing Manager: Neil Mullens
 neil.mullens@elcbristol.co.uk