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Torquay International SchoolTorquay, England UK

5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

1 students - overall rating
15 St Marychurch Road - TQ1 3HY Torquay - see on map
What we like about the school
  • Located within easy access to Dartmoor National Park and the beautiful Devon countryside.
  • Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
  • E-learning platform.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
  • Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
  • Nationality mix could be more balanced. 40 of students are from Germany
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 12%
18-24 years 18%
25-34 years 15%
35-50 years 25%
>50 years 30%

Location: The school is located in the seaside town of Torquay. It is a 40-minute bus ride to Paignton Zoo and a 12-minute bus ride from Babbacombe Model Village.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
General English 30Recommended English course
30 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
630£
Course Details
General English 19Popular English course
19 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
from
390£
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General English 15
15 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
from
310£
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General English 23
23 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
465£
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Language Holiday (30+)
15 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
from
1030£
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Mini-Group Executive English 15
15 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
850£
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Mini-Group Executive English 19
19 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
1060£
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Mini-Group Executive English 23
23 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
1295£
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Mini-Group Executive English 30
30 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
1670£
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Mini-Group Intensive English 15
15 lessons per week
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4 students (max)
from
850£
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Mini-Group Intensive English 19
19 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
1060£
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Mini-Group Intensive English 23
23 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
1295£
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Mini-Group Intensive English 30
30 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
1670£
Course Details
Discover Devon for 50+
15 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
from
1030£
Course Details
Junior
Summer Young Learner Academy (14 to 17 years old)
15 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
from
1345£
Includes accommodation
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Winter Young Learner Academy (14 to 17 years old)
15 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
from
1040£
Includes accommodation
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English for Families
15 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
from
625£
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE PreparationRecommended English course
15 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
from
625£
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CAE PreparationRecommended English course
15 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
from
625£
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CPE PreparationRecommended English course
15 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
from
625£
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IELTS PreparationRecommended English course
15 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
from
625£
Course Details
Abitur Preparation Recommended English course
15 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
from
625£
Course Details
TOLES PreparationRecommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
720£
Course Details
Language Plus Activity
Premium English + Golf
15 lessons per week
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4 students (max)
from
1425£
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Premium English + Wellbeing
15 lessons per week
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4 students (max)
from
1425£
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Standard English + Golf
15 lessons per week
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4 students (max)
from
884£
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Standard English + Wellbeing
15 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
from
884£
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Our prices for Torquay International School include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform

Videos & Photos

  • Group class
    Group class1/11
  • Torquay International School building
    Torquay International School building2/11
  • In the classroom
    In the classroom3/11
  • Teacher and students
    Teacher and students 4/11
  • School building
    School building 5/11
  • Eating outside
    Eating outside 6/11
  • Study areas
    Study areas7/11
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen8/11
  • English and golf
    English and golf9/11
  • 50+ excursion
    50+ excursion 10/11
  • 11/11

Student opinions about Torquay International School, Torquay

5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating of
Torquay International School, Torquay
1 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Facilities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Social activities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
57 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Very friendly, supportive, positive staff; very positive atmosphere”
Insider tip: “If studenst would like to stay at a B & B, I warmly recommend "The Glenorleigh", a very nice place to stay with very nice, clean rooms, a garden with a pool and a very friendly and supportive owner. ”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Great teachers with a wonderful sense of humour.
Course: General English 15 [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 4. Sep. 2024 by Regina Lackner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Torquay International School

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEAQUALSEnglish UKIALCYoung Learners English UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
70% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:00
Student gender mix
30% male / 70% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Torquay International School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo
Legal name/parent company
Torquay International School Ltd | Tax registration ID: 08737177

General school facilities

  • Fridge for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Microwave for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Self-study areas

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 20
    • Number of public PC workstations: 4

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

    • Adapted for blind students

    • Adapted for deaf students

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 110
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 65
Junior courses - In summer: 190
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 120
Minimum age of students
21 years
6 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Junior courses In summer: 7
Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 46 years
Throughout the year: 39 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 40%
Spain 20%
Switzerland 20%
Italy 10%
France 6%
Japan 2%
Brazil 1%

Information for all courses offered by Torquay International School

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
75.00 £
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

The school is open with classes as usual on all other public holidays.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 95 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024 - 07 Jan 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 20 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 10. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
120 £
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
50 £
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possible
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Diving
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Music
Rugby
Sailing
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Guided walks, film club, volley-ball and football tournaments.

Adults - Paid activities

Activity prices vary each week, however, afternoon/evening activities normally cost between GBP 10 – GBP 20, whereas, full day excursions at the weekend will cost between GBP 25 – GBP 45.

Junior - Free activities

Orientation tour, coastal walk, quiz night, movie night, games night
Video about leisure activities at Torquay International School Torquay

Accommodation

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Premium Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
In high demand!
from
255 £
Premium Homestay
Twin room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
from
235 £
Standard Homestay
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
from
180 £
Standard Homestay
Twin room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
from
165 £
Apartment (One bedroom)
Single room, No meals
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
from
995 £
Apartment (Two bedroom)
Double room, No meals
from
1195 £
Ferndale Lodge
Single room, Breakfast
from
515 £
Ferndale Lodge
Twin room, Breakfast
from
445 £

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Questions and answers about Torquay International School

  • “Yes, this is possible, the price is reduced accordingly. Please feel free to enquire.”
    Karina Dixon, Admissions Officer from IH Torquay - Oct 17, 2024
  • “Yes, normally the children's classes are also in a group, but outside the summer the classes for children are very small (maybe 2-3 children per class). Of course we aim for the group class, but if the teacher feels that the group dynamic doesn't work, or if we don't have registrations from other children, then it will be 1:1.”
    Karina Dixon, Admission Officer from Torquay International School - Nov 21, 2024
  • “If the boy is a complete beginner this is totally fine and they can start on every Monday but if the dad is a complete beginner then they can only start in the beginning of the month. ”
    Karina Dixon, Admissions Officer from IH Torquay - Dec 13, 2024

FAQ about Torquay International School, Torquay

  • English courses at Torquay International School start at 310 £ for General English 15 course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • The accommodation Premium Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Torquay International School
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Torquay International School varies from 4 students (Mini-Group Executive English 15) to 15 students (Summer Young Learner Academy )
  • 70% of teachers at Torquay International School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Torquay International School comes from Germany with a 40% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (20%) and Spain (20%).
  • Torquay International School offers courses from 6 years to 99. Average age is 46 during the summer and 39 for the rest of the year.

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