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Riviera English School 
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Riviera English School in Torquay
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Riviera English School 
Riviera English School was established in 1996 and is an independent, family-owned school. 
 
Most of our students come to us through personal recommendation from others who have studied here. Many students come back to attend our courses year after year.We are open all year, except for Christmas and New Year. The maximum class size is 12 in the adult school, and 15 in the junior centre - but the adult average is much fewer, especially in the winter, when typically class numbers will be between 4-8 students. There are four full-time office staff and a varying number of teachers, depending on the time of year. 
 
The classrooms are well-equipped, with whiteboards, tape recorders and tv/dvd/video. We have a drinks machine and private courtyard for coffee breaks. There is a computer room with free internet access plus Free Wifi access in the building. 
 
Riviera English School has a growing reputation for offering excellent standards of tuition at reasonable prices. The school is superbly located, with views over the harbour and bay - in fact it is Torquay's best business address. It is just a 50-metre walk from the main shopping street and Torquay harbour, close to restaurants, beaches and the night life of the town. Riviera English School is a small school with small class sizes, but even so, we have had students from over 30 different countries. There is a pleasant, friendly atmosphere and visitors will always get a warm welcome. 
 
During the summer, we also have a Junior Centre for the Summer Course for Juniors and Teenagers. Centrally located with games room, gardens and a hall for bad weather days. Shops, and cafes are on the doorstep. 
 
For school groups, or groups with specific requirements, we have a new ministay centre. It is situated close to the town centre, with gardens to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine during breaktimes. Just a short walk to the main beach. 
 
Contact 
Riviera English School 
48 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DE, England 
T +44 (0)1803 212132  
F +44 (0)1803 212139 
Courses 
English for Adults 
General English 
20 lessons of 45 minutes in small groups (maximum 12, average 6 students). Focus on communication skills and improving confidence in using English. 
Long and short-term bookings are welcome. 
Course Factfile 
Length: 
1-50 weeks 
Age: 
17+ 
Tuition: 
15 hours per week 
Maximum Class Size: 
12 students 
Levels: 
Elementary-Advanced 
Start Dates: 
January to December 
Price: 
£104-£134 per week 
Course Enquiry: 
Intensive General English 
20 lessons of General English in the mornings plus 8 small-group lessons in the afternoons. There is a maximum of 6 students in the afternoon classes. Lessons can include business English. 
Course Factfile 
Length: 
1-50 weeks 
Age: 
17+ 
Tuition: 
21 hours per week 
Maximum Class Size: 
12 students/ 6 students 
Levels: 
Elementary-Advanced 
Start Dates: 
January to December 
Price: 
£150-£180 per week 
Course Enquiry: 
One-to-One  
Choose between 4 and 8 lessons of one-to-one as an addition to the General English lessons in the mornings. 
During these lessons, we can focus on your needs, this could be grammar, speaking, reading, essay writing, examination practice or many other areas of the language. 
Course Factfile 
Length: 
1-5017 weeks 
Age: 
17+ 
Tuition: 
18-21 hours per week 
Maximum Class Size: 
1 
Levels: 
Elementary-Advanced 
Start Dates: 
January to December 
Price: 
£214-£244 per week 
Course Enquiry: 
Business English 
General English in the mornings, plus one-to-one lessons in the afternoons to concentrate on business English, or specialist English eg Medical English. We have clients from many world-famous international companies. 
Course Factfile 
Length: 
1-50 weeks 
Age: 
17+ 
Tuition: 
18-30 hours per week 
Maximum Class Size: 
1 student 
Levels: 
Elementary-Advanced 
Start Dates: 
January to December 
Price: 
From £266 per week 
Course Enquiry: 
Examination Courses 
We do examination preparation courses for the popular Cambridge Exams: IELTS, CAE, FCE. 
Course Factfile 
Length: 
6-12 weeks 
Age: 
17+ 
Tuition: 
15 hours per week 
Maximum Class Size: 
12 students 
Levels: 
Elementary-Advanced 
Start Dates: 
January to December 
Price: 
From £124 per week  
Course Enquiry: 
Courses for Groups: Ministay 
General English 
Our short courses in General English are great for improving confidence in using the language. As the courses focus on communication skills, students are actively encouraged to speak and take part in discussions. This helps them get over any reluctance and embarrassment of using the language in front of their peer group. 
 
We can also make an activity/excursion programme for you, which will reinforce areas covered during the lessons.  
 
Course Factfile 
Length: 
1 week 
Age: 
13+ 
Tuition: 
15 hours per week 
Maximum Class Size: 
15 students 
Levels: 
Elementary-Advanced 
Start Dates: 
January to December 
Price: 
From £179 per week (includes lessons and accommodation) 
Course Enquiry: 
English Cultural Studies 
Group organisers can choose from a menu of topics to learn about different aspects of life in England, such as Politics, Schooling, Food and cooking, Festivals, Famous figures past and present and much more. We can also make an activity/excursion programme for you, which will reinforce areas covered during the lessons. 
Course Factfile 
Length: 
1 weeks 
Age: 
13+ 
Tuition: 
15 hours per week 
Maximum Class Size: 
15 students 
Levels: 
Elementary-Advanced 
Start Dates: 
January to December 
Price: 
From £179 per week (includes lessons and accommodation) 
Course Enquiry: 
English for Juniors/Teenagers  
Summer Course 
High-quality package of lessons, acivities and homestay accommodation. Multi-national classes and fun-packed activity programme mean students come back year after year! 
Course Factfile 
Length: 
2-9 weeks 
Age: 
13+ 
Tuition: 
15 hours per week 
Maximum Class Size: 
15 students 
Levels: 
Elementary-Advanced 
Start Dates: 
Mid June - End of August 
Price: 
£375 per week 
Course Enquiry: