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Hello, we are Celtic English Academy 2-3
We have been teaching English language courses for over 15 years.
Junior Summer Programme 4 - 11
Set in historic Bangor University in North Wales.
Junior Winter Programme 12 - 13
Homestay, English lessons and activities in Cardiff, in January.
School Immersion Programme 14
Experience the British school system and improve your English.
English Plus Sports 15
Choose a bespoke football or rugby programme.
English for Work 16
Practical English, skills workshops and company visits.
Tailor-made Groups 17
We can be flexible to suit your needs.
Location 18-19
Year-round centre in Cardiff and summer centre in North Wales.
All information in this brochure is correct at the time of printing in August 2019.
Images are © Celtic English Academy’s own, © Andrew Hazard, courtesy of Visit Cardiff,
© Crown copyright, Visit Wales, © Storm and Shelter, © Shutterstock, © Inspiresport,
© Martin Vaughan Photography, © Zip World, © Bangor University.
3 Hello, we are Celtic English Academy We are experienced at teaching English and have been providing English courses for over 15 years. At our main centre in Cardiff, we offer a range of year-round programmes for teenage learners, adults and groups. We also have a dedicated Junior Summer Centre in North Wales for younger learners and teens. In order to get the best results, we provide tuition in small learning groups that help to accelerate students’ progress, while our individual care and attention will help them acquire English both inside and outside the classroom.
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Junior Summer Programme
A1 A2 B1 B1+ B2 C1 INDIVIDUALS GROUPS
An outstanding location, engaging English lessons and a diverse
activity schedule make our Junior Summer Programme at
Bangor university campus in North Wales unique.
What’s provided?
• 15 hours of General English per week with • Single room with private bathroom
morning lessons from Monday to Friday • Full-board, 3 meals a day
• 4 sports, crafts or cultural activities per week • Weekly laundry
• 6 evening activities per week • Free WiFi access in the accommodation
Junior Summer Programme - Bangor
• 2 half-day excursions per week eturn airport transfers (at a separate cost)
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• 1 full-day excursion per week with arrivals and departures on Sundays
Course Details:
Class size: Maximum 15 students
Dates: 5th July – 9th August 2020
Course length: 2 – 5 weeks
Minimum age: 11 – 17 years old
Note:
For students born between 10/08/2002 and 04/07/2009
Students can’t have their 18th birthday during the course
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Location
Situated between the sea and mountains, the historic city of Bangor
is home to our Junior Summer Programme in North Wales.
Liverpool
Manchester
Bangor is a safe, small and historic British city in North Wales, easy to reach from Manchester or Liverpool Bangor
airports. North Wales is a great location for teenagers to experience a language learning adventure and was
rated as a Top 10 Region of the World to Visit (Lonely Planet, 2017). Wales is an exceptional country, recognised
as one of The Most Beautiful Countries in the World (Rough Guides, 2019) and awarded the Best UK Youth
Birmingham
Travel Destination (British Youth Travel Awards, 2016)
Wales
Cardiff London
Chester Liverpool Manchester Leeds Birmingham
1 hour 15 minutes 1 hour 30 2 hours 2 hours 30 minutes 3 hours
minutes
Junior Summer Programme - Bangor
Conwy Castle, UNESCO World Heritage Site Llandudno Bangor
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Programmes
Everyone is different so as well as our standard programme we have special options for watersports,
drama, rugby and global communication skills.
Junior Summer Programme - Bangor
Standard Programme Watersports Academy Drama Academy
Combine English language lessons every morning, with Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, make Improve your English and performance skills with
activities and excursions in the afternoon. Improve your the most of the fantastic location in North Wales. You confidence-building music and drama sessions
communication skills and confidence using the English could enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding or windsurfing, three times a week. We can also organise Trinity
language. twice a week in the afternoons. Drama exams at the end of the course.
Availability (level A2 - B2): Availability (level A2 - B2): Availability (level B1 - B2):
Individuals Individuals Individuals
2 – 5 weeks (5th July – 9th August) 2 weeks (5th July – 9th August) 2 weeks (19th July – 2nd August)
Minimum 2 weeks’ recommended Subject to demand, minimum 3 students Subject to demand, minimum 5 students
Groups Groups Groups
2 – 5 weeks (5th July – 9th August)
Anytime, minimum group size 5 students Anytime, minimum group size 5 students
Anytime, minimum group size 5 students
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Standard Watersports Drama Rugby Global Competence Tailor-made
Junior Summer Programme - Bangor
Rugby Academy Global Skills Academy Tailor-made Programmes
Try out Wales’ national sport, rugby, or advance your Improve your understanding of the people and We can organise specialised programmes like surfing,
skills if you already know the sport. We organise on and cultures of the world, as well as your understanding horse riding or music, thanks to great facilities in the
off-site coaching three times a week, in the afternoons. of British culture. Receive the recognised Global local area. Please enquire for any special requests.
Competence Certificate (GCC) on completion.
Availability (level A2 - B2): Availability (level B1 - B2): Availability (level A2 - B2):
Individuals Individuals Individuals
2 weeks (19th July – 2nd August) 4 weeks (5th July – 2nd August)
Not available, unless there is a special request
Subject to demand, minimum 5 students Subject to demand, minimum 5 students
Groups Groups Groups
Anytime, minimum group size 5 students Anytime, minimum group size 5 students Anytime, minimum group size 5 students
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Your timetable
We have carefully designed our timetable so that there is a good
balance of English lessons and social activities for young learners.
Time Monday to Friday Saturday Sunday
07:00 - 08:00 Wake up! Enjoy a full-day Arrival Days
Have a shower and get ready for the day ahead. excursion each
If Sunday is your
Saturday.
arrival day, you will:
08:00 - 08:45 Breakfast
Enjoy cereal, toast, cheese, fresh fruit and yoghurt in your flat. • Be greeted by our
friendly centre
English Lessons staff
09:00 - 12:30
Improve your English with 3 hours of English lessons each morning. Relax during • Have time to
two 15-minute breaks. unpack
12:30 - 13:30 Lunch • Receive a
Hot lunches on campus days and packed lunches on excursion days. welcome
presentation
City Excursions
Junior Summer Programme - Bangor
13:30 - 17:00 Afternoon Activities • Join the next
Enjoy sports such as football, badminton and climbing; or creative activities like • Manchester mealtime
cake decorating, on campus. • Liverpool with all students
• Chester (if the mealtime
Half-day Excursions has passed, you
Twice a week there will also be cultural excursions and adventure activities. will have a
packed lunch)
17:00 - 18:00 Free Time
Rest, contact your family or share time with your new friends.
During Your Stay
Enjoy some free
18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
time and a half-day
Enjoy a hot dinner with a salad bar, dessert and fresh fruit.
excursion to a local
Evening Activities place of interest.
19:30 - 21:30
These could include quiz nights, games, movie nights, fashion shows, talent
shows or parties. Nature & Outdoors Departure Days
You will have time to
21:30 - 22:30 Free Time • Anglesey Island finish packing and
Relax with your new friends after a fun-filled day. • Snowdonia say goodbye to your
National Park friends before the
22:30 - 23:00 Bed Time journey home.
Get ready for bed and look forward to the next day!
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Social programme
Half-Day Activities
Surf Snowdonia Zip World Bounce Below
The world’s first in-land surfing lagoon where you can The world’s biggest aerial zip wire zone where you can fly The world’s biggest underground trampoline park
have fun on the water and experience a surfing lesson. like a bird, or be up in the trees on the forest zip safari. where you can jump from net to net in a large cavern.
Junior Summer Programme - Bangor
Full-Day Excursions
Snowdonia National Park, Wales Chester, England Manchester, England
The largest National Park in Wales with the tallest The beautiful, historic city situated on the The major industrial and cosmopolitan city in the
mountain, Snowdon. Wales-England border. North of England.
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Facilities Winner of Best Student
Accomodation
(WhatUni Awards, 2018)
Our Junior Summer Centre offers excellent campus facilities so
that we can ensure our young learners have a safe and enjoyable
experience.
Accommodation Meals
University residence accomodation with On-site dining providing 3 meals a day
single rooms and a private bathroom. with a balanced and varied menu.
Classrooms 24/7 on-site security
For up to 15 students, with friendly Live-in residential staff and on-site
Junior Summer Programme - Bangor
teachers who have a native level of security during the night.
English.
Leisure & Sports Free WiFi
Indoor sports halls, playing fields, outdoor WiFi available in the accommodation
Astroturf pitch and a climbing wall. and across the campus.
Student areas Coastal location
Relax, study or socialise in the common Only 5 minutes’ walk into Bangor town
areas with your friends during free time. centre and 10 minutes’ to see the sea!11
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Junior Winter Programme
A1 A2 B1 B1+ B2 C1 INDIVIDUALS GROUPS
A capital city location, engaging English lessons and an exciting
social and cultural activity schedule for our Junior Winter
Programme in Cardiff.
What’s provided?
• 15 hours of General English per week, from • Shared homestay accommodation
Monday to Friday • Full-board meal plan (3 meals a day)
• 1 Global Communication & Culture workshop • Local bus or train pass
per week
• Weekly laundry
• 4 leisure or cultural activities per week
• Return airport transfers (at a separate cost) with
Junior Winter Programme - Cardiff
• 1 full-day excursion per week on Saturday arrival and departures on Sundays
• Free WiFi access in the Academy
Course Details:
Class size: Maximum 10 students
Dates: 5th January – 2nd February 2020
3rd January – 31st January 2021
Course length: 2 or 4 weeks
Minimum age: 14 – 17 years old
Note:
We can receive group requests for alternative durations
or for younger students from age 11+13
Programmes More Information:
Please refer to the Junior Winter Programme
The standard Junior Winter Programme combines English language lessons every morning, with activities and booklet for further information including sample
excursions in the afternoon. We also have the following special programmes which combine the standard English schedules, dates and pricing.
programme with Football or School Immersion.
Junior Winter Programme - Cardiff
Standard Programme Football Programme School Immersion Programme
Whatever your level, improve your communication skills Combine English language lessons with a football Study English at Celtic, then integrate into lessons at
and confidence using the English language inside and training programme at Cardiff City Football Club’s Kings Monkton independent school, only 10 minutes’
outside the classroom. facilities, provided by Cardiff City. walk away from the Academy.
Availability (level A2 – B2): Availability (level A2 – B2): Availability (level B1 – C1):
Individuals Individuals Individuals
2 or 4 weeks 4 weeks (2 weeks Celtic + 2 weeks Kings Monkton)
2 or 4 weeks
Subject to demand, minimum 5 students Subject to demand, minimum 5 students
Groups Groups Groups
2 or 4 weeks 2 or 4 weeks 4 weeks (2 weeks Celtic + 2 weeks Kings Monkton)
Anytime, minimum group size 5 students Anytime, minimum group size 5 students Anytime, minimum group size 5 students14
School Immersion Programme
Kings Monkton School, Cardiff
A1 A2 B1 B1+ B2 C1 GROUPS
Improve your English and experience studying at the independent
Kings Monkton School, in Cardiff city centre.
We are offering a unique opportunity to study English with us at Celtic English Academy then integrate into
lessons at Kings Monkton school, only 10 minutes’ walk from Celtic English Academy. Kings Monkton is an
independent school for boys and girls from 3 to 18 years of age.
School Immersion Programme - Cardiff
Who is it for? What are the benefits?
Course Details:
• A
ny nationality (providing the relevant visa is • Join classes with students of the same age as you
Start date: During the UK term time
obtained, if required) • Experience student-life in the British school system
Course length: 2 – 4 weeks
• School groups or small groups • Be immersed in different subject classes Group size: 5 – 15 students
• Students aged 11 – 17 • Grow in confidence and make new friends Age: 11 – 17 years old
• Have an academic, intercultural experience English level: Recommended minimum B115
English Plus Sports
A1 A2 B1 B1+ B2 C1 GROUPS
Combine English language lessons with a bespoke rugby
or football programme at Cardiff’s premier sporting facilities.
Cardiff is an important destination for international sports events, having hosted the UEFA Champions Cup
football final (2017) and the Rugby World Cup (2015). Make the most of this fantastic opportunity to combine
improving your English with a bespoke football or rugby programme.
Who is it for? What can be included?
Course Details:
• S
chool groups • 15 hours (20 lessons) General English
Start date: On request
• Football, rugby or sports clubs • Professional coaching sessions
Course length: 1 – 4 weeks
• Sports teachers, coaches or referees • Training sessions using first team training facilities
Age: 11+ years old
• Players or enthusiasts • Nutritional and fitness talks English level: Any
• Player question and answer sessions, with photos Sports options: Football and rugby
• Fixtures vs. local school or club opposition Additional sports on request
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English for Work
A1 A2 B1 B1+ B2 C1 GROUPS
Prepare for the future by improving your English skills and Course Details:
Start date: On request
knowledge of the workplace. Course length: 1 – 4 weeks
Age: 14+ years old
In our globalised world of today, young people need to be even more prepared for the future. English for Work
English level: Recommended minimum B1
gives young people exposure to the world of business, alongside the communication and interpersonal skills to
improve their employability for when they start work. Note: No actual work or volunteering takes place as part
of this programme
Who is it for? What are the benefits?
• Any nationality (since no actual work or volunteering • Improve your practical English for the workplace
takes place as part of this programme) • Learn about enterprise, industry and innovation
• School groups or small groups • Explore and understand different organisations with
• European projects (Erasmus+, PON, Alternanza first-hand visits
Scuola Lavoro) • Develop specific skills like presenting, negotiating
and team-building
• Enrich your employability and include the Global
Competence Certificate to be prepared for the
international workplace of today
English For Work
General & Industry Global
Business
English
+ Company
presentations + & cultural
visits
+ Skills
workshops + Competence
Certificate (GCC)17
Tailor-made Groups General English or specialised courses
for instance, Trinity GESE exam
preparation or Travel & Tourism.
A1 A2 B1 B1+ B2 C1 GROUPS
Wales is a great place to bring your group to study English and experience the British Social programme tailored to the
and Welsh Culture. Did you know that Wales was voted in the Top 10 Most Beautiful budget, interest and age of the
Countries in the World to Visit (Rough Guides, 2019) and awarded the Best UK students.
Youth Travel Destination (British Youth Travel Awards, 2016)?
We are delighted to welcome international groups for English courses throughout
the year. The start date, course type, accommodation type, duration and number of
hours of tuition are flexible to suit your requirements. Homestay or residence accommodation
to suit your preferences.
Who is it for?
• Minimum number of 5 students
• Students from age 11+ (please request first if your students are younger)
• Specialised groups We can provide a bus pass or train pass
for travel around the city.
• School groups supervised by teachers
• PON, INPS, Erasmus+ or other funded programmes
Full-board meal plan is compulsory for
under 18s. Hot lunches can be provided
on request.
Tailor-made Groups
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Great Britain
Bangor
Great Britain is the largest
island in the United Kingdom.
Great Britain is made up of England,
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Scotland Wales
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Each country has its own capital city:
Wales
Population: 3,138,600.
The capital city is Cardiff.
Cardiff
England
Population: 55,977,200.
The capital city is London.
Scotland Wales
Population: 5,438, 100. England
The capital city is Edinburgh.
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