(Whitley Bay | England )
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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Claudia Casiello
studied English Summer CoursesBrilliant!
I've been taking my students to Whitley Bay from Italy for several years now and my satisfaction and appreciation has become greater and greater. Starting from the homestays, welcoming and patient. Wide range of activities that are fun and exciting. But, most of all the quality of the lessons at NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL.
My students attended PET & FCE prep. courses and successfully passed with brilliant results. My next plan on the list is to take them back for short stays during the cooler months so they can keep up to standards and keep on improving.
Keep Calm and go to Northumbria School!
posted 10 years ago
Florian Pulter Germany
studied English Summer CoursesGreat experience
I spent 2 weeks at the english + surfing course. It was a really great experience and I learned very much. The surfing was great, but also the after school activities and the trips to Newcastle. The lessons were very interesting and I took great advantage of them. Christine is very kind and cares about everybody. It was my second time there and it won´t be the last.
! It was a really great time !
posted 11 years ago
Mattia Fabris Italy
studied English Summer CoursesAwesome
I would strongly recommend this fantastic school in the north of England.
My experience was amazing. I met brilliant teachers and lots of new friends from all over the world.
The social programs are really great and truly engaging: Lots of different activites all of which greatly interesting and entertaining.
The actual school is cozy and Christine really cares about each and every student. Sort of a family in the end! :)
posted 11 years ago
Veronica Voevodina Russian Federation
studied English Summer Coursesreview
food, lessons, teachers and activities were great! I loved our trips to Edinburgh and other places and I hope to go there once again
posted 11 years ago
Jon Alharbi United Kingdom
studied English Summer CoursesMy awesome school
I love my Northumbria school because they were really helpful and friendly. I also liked their way of teaching and their tours castles,the stadium of Newcastle, shopping centers and lots of places. The food was great and my homestay were really helpful and amazing. I wish one day back to Newcastle again. love you xXx
posted 11 years ago
Dmitry Petrov Russian Federation
studied English Summer CoursesReview
I really loved food, our bedrooms, our activities after classes. I liked visiting football match. I hope I will go here once again!
posted 11 years ago
CD g Australia
studied General EnglishGostaria muito de aprender englesh
Ficaria muito grato em aprender com vocês
posted 7 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