Kings Bournemouth

58 Braidley Road, Bournemouth, Dorset BH2 6LD, UK
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"It was a nice experience. I loved my trip to Bournemouth."

Vanessa Rudin, student from Switzerland

Overall I liked the school, teachers and everything. The stuff from school were very kind. On my first day the organsisation wasn't very good. We had to wait to do the photo but noone came so we asked them and they said we can go home because the woman who should do the photo isn't here. Some teacher I really loved but some not. Some of them weren't motivated. They came into the classroom and everyone want to go home. Also some of them let us go home earlier because they wanted to go home.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
7 weeks
Date of study
19 Jun 2023 - 11 Aug 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"I met a lot of nice people, most from Central America"

Emi-Lilith Meister, student from Germany

I had a good time, and met wonderful people.
Most other students in my school where from central or South America and stayed for up to a year there. The course in itself didn’t help me that much with my englisch but speaking to the other students did. If your englisch isn’t that good in the beginning the course definitely will help. If you are kind of advanced the system they use there doesn’t help that much, because you learn with books and do it chapter by chapter even tho you might already know the stuff.
In addition it doesn’t really help with you individual problems like writing or grammar.
I would recommend the course because I had a great time with the other students and teachers but would stay for longer- because everyone else does. Also I would only recommend it if your englisch isn’t that good.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
22 May 2023 - 2 Jun 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Amazing experience."

Yuliya Danilenko

Having studied at Kings College Bournemouth for 9 months on and off and living in such a peaceful and amazing city like Bournemouth has proven to be a wonderful and invaluable experience for me. From my perspective, coming such a long way from my country and immersing yourself in a new culture is a great catalyst for personal growth. Not only has my English improved but I have also learned a lot about life in the UK. The school in general is great and academic structure is excellent, so new students should make sure to get the most out of everything that is offered. The teachers are very versatile and professional while the administrative staff is friendly, attentive and always on hand. There are always lots of amazing activities one can participate in. All in all, everything is great! The only thing I'd like to tell the new students is to enjoy every minute because time goes really fast and for sure it will be the best experience of their lives. I will never forget the people I met here, the city I was living in and the teachers who gave me such invaluable knowledge! Thanks for everything!

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
51 weeks
Date of study
16 Sep 2012 - 8 Sep 2013
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"The best 3 months abroad I ever had!"

Celina Paulsson

When I first arrived, it was a Saturday night and I didn't know anybody. The following day, I felt really lonely and just wanted to go back home. But my host sister and host dad were really kind and we got along great. Then my first day of school arrived. I was introduced to my class (I arrived a week late for my advanced class) and I already made friends. From then on, it was such a lovely time. I always looked forward to meeting my friends at school and also being with them in my spare time. We went to a lot of pubs, enjoyed nights out and always said to ourselves, "If we can go out tonight, we can also get up tomorrow." We hardly ever missed a day of school because we wanted to be there and learn! Linda and Kate made it easy to love coming to class every day and we still laugh about jokes that our assistant teacher Desmond made.
I'm really grateful that I passed my certificate, only because I was prepared really well! It never felt like a burden to study!
The extra curricular activities were a great way to spend some time with people who didn't usually go out with us. I still remember the day we took the photo in front of the new building when celebrating the queens jubilee.

Since then I have stayed friends with some of my classmates and even had some of them visiting me in Switzerland and vice-versa. It was a great experience! Thank you!

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Duration of study
12 weeks
Date of study
23 Mar 2012 - 16 Jun 2012
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"Elise and her Winderband"

Elise Potentier

I began my leap year on September 18, 2011.
I first stayed in the best host family of the school, as they said. However, I just turned 18, and didn't know how to live away from my family and friends. So i just stayed home by myself on weekends, and did not have a lot of friends.
But then somebody invited me to some party, and then I was busy and out all weekends, and met plenty of people. Amazing people from all over the world!
At first, I thought that I would learn a lot by studying at school, but when the very last day came, I realized that I had learnt a lot more speaking with other people, and going out.
Furthermore, I felt really lonely the first three months, but I did not go out much. I remember all too well every day out, because it was like an adventure day, once in a while, when compared to the other six months. I have had so much fun that I can only talk about a few stories that happened to me, more parties than I will ever have and the best people by my side.

Some experiences cannot be told, they can only be lived.

Two years after I left, I still consider some of these people as my best friends, and they are the reason for my travels through the world.

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Duration of study
39 weeks
Date of study
18 Sep 2011 - 17 Jun 2012
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"50-50"

SAE HEE WHANG

* Classes
The main classes were good, and the teachers helped me improve my English. The Special Interest Group, on the other hand, was 50-50. Some of the SIG classes had poor teaching and were boring, without focusing on a main subject, while other SIG classes were good.

The best and worst class depends on the discretion of the teacher and class atmosphere.


* Housing
I have never been at a home-stay that was as worse as Bournemouth's homestay. That homestay was the lowest of the low that I've ever experienced. It had poor facilities and meals - they didn't consider vegetarians. We were not allowed to use the kitchen (even tap water). There was low water pressure; We couldn't walk normally in the room with the low and strange ceiling. It was extremely COLD (they turned on the heater for only four hours per day). They also didn't seem to have interest in me, and there were cold and indifferent.

Overall, they weren't a suitable home-stay house.

Because of this, I suggest that Kings' accommodation office has to systematically examine and assess their suitability for homestays.

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Duration of study
10 weeks
Date of study
17 Feb 2014 - 2 May 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
housing

Housing

Kings Bournemouth offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Twin - Half Board

A$ 353
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
A$ 353
Homestay is a wonderful way to experience the true culture of England in a safe and secure environment.

Every Kings college has strong, long-term relationships with many local hosts including working families, couples, single people and retired people.

Our homestays are all carefully selected and regularly inspected by our experienced Accommodation Officers.

Included in the price:

- Comfortable, welcoming accommodation
- Single rooms available year-round. Twins available during the summer months (and during low season only to groups and couples/friends who request to share)
- Fully furnished room
- Bed linen provided
- Internet usage
- One clothes wash per week
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Average location from college: up to 30 minutes' walk or short bus ride.

Please note:

- Accommodation is available from Sunday to Sunday
- Bedding is provided but you should bring your own towels.

Homestay - Single - Half Board

A$ 404
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
A$ 404
Homestay is a wonderful way to experience the true culture of England in a safe and secure environment.

Every Kings college has strong, long-term relationships with many local hosts including working families, couples, single people and retired people.

Our homestays are all carefully selected and regularly inspected by our experienced Accommodation Officers.

Included in the price:

- Comfortable, welcoming accommodation
- Single rooms available year-round. Twins available during the summer months (and during low season only to groups and couples/friends who request to share)
- Fully furnished room
- Bed linen provided
- Internet usage
- One clothes wash per week
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Average location from college: up to 30 minutes' walk or short bus ride.

Please note:

- Accommodation is available from Sunday to Sunday
- Bedding is provided but you should bring your own towels.

Homestay Extra - Single - En Suite - Half Board

A$ 612
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, free internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
A$ 612
Homestay Extra has all the benefits of Homestay with some added home comforts.

Included in the price.

- Comfortable, welcoming accommodation
- Large, well-furnished bedroom
- Double bed
- Television in the bedroom
- Private bathroom or shower room
- Bed linen provided
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Average location from school: Up to 30 minutes' walk or short bus ride.

Please note:

Accommodation is available from Sunday to Sunday
Bedding is provided but you should bring your own towels.
student-residence

Town Centre: Post Office Road Residence - Twin - Self Catering

A$ 373
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 11 Post Office Road (1st and 2nd floors) , Bournemouth, Dorset BH1 1BB, United Kingdom
Location: In the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, secure bike storage, and live-in warden
Distance to school: 10 - 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
A$ 373
A premium residence in the heart of Bournemouth town centre, just 10 minutes’ walk from Kings Bournemouth and Bournemouth Beach. The residence is a lovely historic building (the old Post Office) and offers 13 light and spacious single and twin bedrooms, all with en suite shower room. The residence is self-catering and has a fully equipped kitchen/ dining room. Exclusively for Kings students, minimum age 18.

Town Centre: Post Office Road Residence - Single - Self Catering

A$ 581
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 11 Post Office Road (1st and 2nd floors) , Bournemouth, Dorset BH1 1BB, United Kingdom
Location: In the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, secure bike storage, and live-in warden
Distance to school: 10 - 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
A$ 581
A premium residence in the heart of Bournemouth town centre, just 10 minutes’ walk from Kings Bournemouth and Bournemouth Beach. The residence is a lovely historic building (the old Post Office) and offers 13 light and spacious single and twin bedrooms, all with en suite shower room. The residence is self-catering and has a fully equipped kitchen/ dining room. Exclusively for Kings students, minimum age 18.

Town Centre: St. Peters Residence - Single - Self catering

A$ 581
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: St Peter's Road, Bournemouth BH1 2AD, United Kingdom
Location: In the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, heating, and common room
Distance to school: 1 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
A$ 581
The St. Peters Residence is based right in the heart of Bournemouth town centre in the same building as Kings Bournemouth's St. Peters campus teaching rooms. It features single en suite rooms throughout, plus two student lounges, two shared kitchen diners and a communal laundry. The residence is just a 10-minute walk from Kings' Braidley Road campus and from Bournemouth beach. All the attractions of Bournemouth town centre, and local healthcare facilities, are right on your doorstep.

Charminster Residence - Single - Half Board

A$ 757
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Address: 4 St. Leonards Road Charminster , Bournemouth , Dorset BH8 8PR, United Kingdom
Location: Outside the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 20 - 25 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
A$ 757
Kings Charminster is a purpose-built premium student residence just 20 minutes' walk from Kings Bournemouth (Braidley Road campus — 25 minutes from St. Peters Quarter and the town centre).

The residence offers 41 single and twin bedrooms, all with en suite shower rooms and furnished to a high standard. The residence is half-board with breakfast and dinner freshly prepared by our chefs. Students are supervised by the full-time residence warden.

This residence is suitable for students aged 14+, with separate areas for students aged over and under 18.

Lulworth Summer Residence - Single - Ensuite - Half-board

A$ 809
weekly
Age range: 14 - 18 years old
Address: 4 – 6 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth BH1 3LT, United Kingdom
Location: In the city center of Bournemouth
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, 24/7 supervision, and common room
Distance to school: 10 - 15 minutes by walk
Availability: 28 Jun 2020 - 02 Aug 2020, 26 Jun 2022 - 07 Aug 2022, 25 Jun 2023 - 06 Aug 2023, 30 Jun 2023 - 11 Aug 2023, 30 Jun 2024 - 11 Aug 2024
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
A$ 809
The Kings Bournemouth Lulworth Residence is brand new and an exciting change for Kings Bournemouth. The residence offers single en suite rooms which also feature a small double bed and a small number of studios. Each flat can accommodate between 6 – 8 students, who share a large kitchen/lounge area, with windows and doors designed to get as much air and light as possible. Some rooms offer a sea view. There is also a communal restaurant and study area on site where students can dine and socialise. 24/7 security was a key factor in the building of this residence.

Situated just a 10-minute walk from the town centre in a safe environment, with access to local transport, shops, restaurants, and local healthcare facilities, this is an ideal location for Kings Students.

En suite studios are also available at a supplement

Age range
16 – 18
(13+ for groups with a group leader)
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from . Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 65 when you register.

Learn more about how to get a UK visa »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Bournemouth based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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58 Braidley Road
Bournemouth
Dorset BH2 6LD
UK

School location

Bournemouth is one of the UK’s most popular seaside towns. Kings offers elegance and tradition in the second oldest language school in Bournemouth, perfectly situated just 5-10 minutes walk from the town centre and the beautiful beach. The school has two impressive buildings surrounded by luxurious gardens and patios, with its own on-site sports court, cafeteria and activity hall. Classrooms are spacious, many with interactive whiteboards, and there is a computer centre and free WIFI throughout.

We also have a second campus located in the city centres - St Peters Quarter – an easy 10 - 15 minute walk from the Braidley Road site.

We offer high-quality year-round en suite residences within walking distance of the school, as well as a great network of homestay families.

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"I am interested in being a host family from January next year. Please could you contact me to give more details. Thank you."

Louise Rowland, student from UK
Amy, Kings Education school representative (Marketing Manager)

Hello there, sorry for the late reply! Please can you provide your contact details?

Alternatively, you can send us a message via our website and someone will get back to you with more info.

Thank you!

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