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Northumbria School of English
About Northumbria School of English
Founded 2008 by Christine Goodwin in 2008, the Northumbria School of english offers a safe, friendly and welcoming learning environment, combining family atmosphere outside the classroom high professional standards within the classroom. Our professionals provide a unique mix of learning experiences for students of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds. Our students appreciate the attractive English seaside location, the friendliness of the northern people, the quality of life and the advantageous cost of living. Our language learning experience is connected with many opportunities to meet local residents at events, festivals and clubs and they also enjoy the shops or nightlife in Newcastle, an exciting and vibrant city which is only a short metro-ride away. We also offer a variety of social and cultural experiences, for example: visiting Hadrian's Wall, Durham Castle and Cathedral (World Heritage Sites), Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island and other treasures of Northumberland, a region which is often referred to as 'Britain's Best-kept Secret'. In addition we offer sport activities for all interests from calligraphy to surfing and abseiling as well as outings to the cinema, theatre and concerts. Our most popular programs are the General English Plus IELTS and our Junior Group Programmes but we also have a variety of specialist programmes including English Plus Film-making, English Plus Junior Reporter Skills and an Adventure Holiday at Kielder Water and Forest Park. Very exciting! Please email us for full details.
Sports
- Climbing
- Football/Soccer
- Golf
- Riding
- Tennis
- Diving
- Squash
Additional Services
- Water sports
- Airport/Station transfer
- Student counselling
- Visa support
Accommodation
- Host family accommodation
- Own apartment
- In hotel/guesthouse
- On campus
Work and Further Studies
- Language and Au pair study
- Work experience / internship with local companies
Activities
- Dancing
- Film
- Literature
- Music
- Theatre
- Art / Painting
- Cooking
- Cultural tourism (theater, museum, etc.)
- Historical sightseeing
- History
- Photography
- On campus events
- Volunteering
- Rock climbing
- Professional Sports events
- Culture Shock presentation
- Local cultural events (festivals, etc.)
Courses
General Italian
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This course is for students aged: 16-70
General English - 15- hours per week or intensive course with 25 hours per week
General English
89% 14 Reviews
This course is for students aged: 16-70
Levels: Advanced, Basic, Intermediate
Italian Exam Preparation
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This course is for students aged: 16-70
Levels: Advanced, Basic, Intermediate
Class Sizes: Medium, 6-10 students
Weekly Hours: General 15-25 hrs/wk, Intensive 25+ hrs/wk
We specialise in the Cambridge ESOL Exams e.g. KET, PET, FCE, IELTS and also TKT.
Italian Summer Courses
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This course is for students aged: 16-70
Levels: Intermediate
Class Sizes: Large, 11-20 students
Weekly Hours: Relaxed 10-15 hrs/wk
Our residential Junior Summer programmes are for groups and individuals, offering 15 hours of English and a full, varied and exciting social programme.
English Summer Courses
96% 6 Reviews
This course is for students aged: 16-70
Levels: Advanced, Basic, Intermediate
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CD g Australia
studied General EnglishGostaria muito de aprender englesh
Ficaria muito grato em aprender com vocês
posted 8 years ago
Konzentraining Praxis Germany
studied General EnglishGreat stay at Northumbria School
We were two families with 5 children altogether coming from Munich and we spent one wonderful week at the school. This was very convenient and nearly like a stay at a family. Christine was always there helping us with everything, giving us advice for excursions and taking care for a wonderful breakfast.This region offers a lot, the beaches are lovely and the people are very nice. The children enjoyed learning in this special setting with wonderful teachers. Even our 7 year old child had fun learning some basics. We really recommend this school, especially for families.Every family member gets his or her own attention such as a personally tailored English course. We surely come back!
posted 8 years ago
Christopher Kilian Austria
studied General EnglishOutstanding
I know, it seems like everyone is writing the same review, but there's really nothing else to say about this place. Let me help you end your ruminating over which English school you should choose: GO TO THE NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL OF ENGLISH
And if you do I promise you fantastic teachers, an amazing town/village (it's small but well connected and let's be honest, who doesn't love a quirky, little place by the sea), just the atmosphere and everything I can't put it into words (I mean I totally could put it very eloquently, since I learned my English from the NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL OF- you get the idea). Just go there, trust me! If you don't like it you can send me hate mail and I'll give you a refund. (just kidding, please don't do that)
Okay one last time: NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL OF ENGLISH!
posted 9 years ago
Valentina Di Bitetto Italy
studied General Englishthe best school ever
i cannot but say northumbria is an excellent school because it does have great teachers and also links with different enterprises. i had the opportunity to both study and have a workexperience with northumbria. people in new castle are also really nice and open. i'd sureally come back if i had the chance
posted 9 years ago
Jon Al-harbi Saudi Arabia
studied General EnglishThe best School
In this lovely school I met the best teachers who taught me how can I speak English fluently as well as the best friends who came from everywhere. There're lots and lots of nationalities. In this school I found my little family I felt everyone care about the other when my birthday came the principle and my teachers and friends were celebrating and giving me lots of presents I really miss Northumbria School I promise one day I'll be back my lovely school
posted 9 years ago
Bryan Jones France
studied General EnglishMy stay at the Northumbria school
I spent a nice stay at the Northumbria School, the courses I had were very interesting, I learnt a lot of things and it will help me, so for everyone who wants to learn english, to spend soma amazing time and to met nice people, you just have to choose this wonderful school
posted 10 years ago
Bryan Jones France
studied General Englishabout the Northumbria school of english
My stay at the Northumbria school of english had been a really great experience for me, I met some amazing people like friends and teachers as well, so, for anyone who likes to learn english in a good atmosphere, this school can be the one to choose !
posted 10 years ago
Fran Ziska China
studied General EnglishAlways again!
I did an internship for six months at the Northumbria English School in 2008. At the beginning it is always hard to learn a foreign language. Sometimes you feel like it would be a waste of time and you want to give up. But Christine always helped me, showed me my improvements and encouraged me to keep practicing. So I did not give up and my English did improve a lot. Thanks to Christine. Moreover, she did not only help me with learning English she helped me with all other problems I had while living there, too. I never felt alone. During the stay I learned the language and the culture. As I did an internship I learned about the school business and could take part in different meetings, took care of students and helped running the business. It was a very interesting and varying work! The stay was one of my best choices I have made so far and I did not regret a single moment. I would always choose to do it again. And even after more than five years we are still in touch. I can highly recommend it!
posted 11 years ago
Feras Alahmadi Senegal
studied General EnglishA great school in
It was a great experience in such an amazing school that gives an equal attention to all students.
I recommend this school for anyone who likes to learn English in a quite beautiful place. It is just the right choise !
posted 11 years ago
Ariane Barreto Brazil
studied General EnglishExcellente school
I strongly recommend the Northumbria School of English. The staff are really kind, helpful and patient. The way the teachers explain things to us is amazing! They are really creative and dynamic!
It is the second time I have attended a course there, one to one, and this time I requested a specific course, about health and safety, such as: vocabulary, reports and the basic expressions to be used at work.
And it couldn't have been a better decision!
I really appreciated it, and next year, for sure, the Northumbria School of English will be my choice again.
posted 11 years ago