Bournemouth is a vibrant coastal resort town in southern England. With stunning beaches, a lively atmosphere, and pleasant weather, the town offers seven miles of sandy coastline for seaside activities and relaxation. There are plenty of great shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The Southbourne area provides a tranquil escape with access to beautiful beaches. Bournemouth is an ideal destination for language learners, offering a dynamic environment. Immerse yourself in English while enjoying the coastal charm.
Southbourne School of English
Southbourne School of English is a respected language school in Southbourne, Bournemouth. It offers English language courses for international students. The school provides a supportive learning environment. With experienced teachers and modern facilities, it aims to enhance language skills effectively. Programs include General English, Exam Preparation, and Business English. It's known for high-quality education and personalized attention to students.
where is it?
- Southbourne is situated in Bournemouth on the south coast of England – home to some of the finest beaches that the UK has to offer.
- Close to a variety of restaurants, cafes, clubs, bars and more. Smithson’s Fish & Chip Shop is not to be missed! Near to great nightlife to students of all ages.
where can i sleep?
- Homestay: All within easy walking distance, max 30/35 mins from school.
what can I study?
- General/Intensive English (15/21 hours per week)
- Cambridge exam preparation (FCE and CAE)
- IELTS exam preparation
good to know..
- Max class size: 14 in winter 16 in summer months
- Average class size: 8
- School capacity: 300 winter/330 summer
- Average Age: 24 for adults 14 for juniors
- Minimum Age: 10
- Lessons are 60 minutes
- 22 classrooms
- Student computers and free Wi-Fi
- Large student lounger with sofas, TV’s, table football, table tennis
- Airport transfer from LHR, LGW, Bristol, Stansted, Southampton and Bournemouth
- Registration for CAE or FCE exam
Activities
Everything you need is within walking distance of the residential area, so you can pack your day full of activities, without having to travel far.
- Beach activities: surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, beach volleyball, sailing, football
- Various day trips
- Bowling, golf, horse riding
- Film nights, quizzes, and games evenings.
- Music and comedy events at the Bournemouth International Centre
- Oceanarium (a journey around the waters of the world)
- Ice-skating.
- The Russell-Cotes Art & Gallery museum in Bournemouth
- Night clubs, such as Halo, Walkabout, Cameo & Myu Bar, Revolution among others
- German Christmas Market in winter
The Language House likes
Great in-school student facilities (including café, games room, cinema room), friendly family-run school. Plenty of activities and a great social scene.
Beet Language Centre
Beet School of English in Bournemouth is a leading language school with 45 years of expertise. It's family-run, focusing on comprehensive English programs for global students. Courses cover General English, Exam Prep, and Cambridge Certifications. Beet emphasizes student satisfaction, from lively classes to social activities and friendly host families. It stands out for high academic standards, experienced teachers, and personal attention, ensuring effective language learning.
where is it?
Located in Bournemouth, an award-winning seaside resort known for its 10kms of sandy beaches, vibrant university town atmosphere, and tons of activities. Bournemouth has an excellent nightlife, with live music venues, theatres, cinemas, restaurants, clubs, and bars.where can i sleep?
- Homestay
- Executive homestay
- Student house
- En-suite summer apartment
- All within maximum 20 minutes walking-distance from the school
what can I study?
- General English
- Cambridge English (FCE, CAE, CPE)
- IELTS Examination Preparation
- International Academic Year Courses
good to know…
- Max class size: 13 (14 in July & August)
- Average class size: 10
- School capacity: 250
- Average Age: 19 -25
- Minimum Age: 16
- Lessons are 45 minutes, combined to form 90-minute classes.
- 16 classrooms.
- Student computers and free Wi-Fi.
- Airport transfer from Bournemouth, Southampton, Luton, Bristol, and all London airports.
- Registration for CPE, CAE, FCE, and IELTS exams is possible.
- The school canteen offers fresh homemade food at low prices and is most famous for its legendary chocolate brownies.
- Library and bookshop.
- Student lounge equipped with sofas & TV where students are able to relax. We also have a computer room for the more studious!
- Outdoor area for breaks, with a marquee equipped with chairs and tables during summer.
Activities
Bournemouth is a dynamic university town with activities for every interest. From cafes and clubs to outdoor sports and trekking routes, there's always something to do. Water sports are particularly popular, thanks to the town's proximity to the sea and rivers.
- Watersports centres
- Climbing Walls
- Treetop Adventure Trails
- Bowling alleys
- Paintballing
- Boat trips to beautiful nearby islands
- Horse riding
- Indoor & outdoor water parks
- New Forest bike rides
BEET's free social programme includes live music, quizzes, karaoke, lectures, and art workshops, ensuring a full and engaging experience. Weekend excursions to London, Oxford, Cambridge, Bath, Brighton, and more offer further adventure.
The Language House likes
Top-notch academics with a fun, friendly, family-run vibe, in a lively town by the sea. Their homemade chocolate brownies are excellent. Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein is buried in a graveyard in Bournemouth’s town centre, JRR Tolkien, author of Lord of the Rings used to holiday here AND Christian Bale (Batman) grew up only 2 roads away from BEET! And another fact for you: Shelley wrote Frankenstein while she was living in Geneva!