A2Z School of English
Description
Manchester is right in the centre of the UK and A2Z School is right in the centre of Manchester! We have 14 classrooms filled with happy students all day learning English in many different ways. But most of all, we use the Callan Method, which makes us completely different to any other school in Manchester. In the Callan Method you will learn English by speaking for more than 70% of the lesson time. Each lessons is like a fast and intensive conversation with a native English speaking teacher; the teacher asks questions and you have to answer! Small groups of students, maximum 14 and average of 8 mean, that all students get lots of practice in speaking and listening. These go together with our other classes where you will practice reading, writing and grammar. Finally, you can master the English language by choosing Business (with a focus on TOEIC), IELTS for University or our Cambridge University Exam classes for the First Certificate or Advanced examination. We have an ENGLISH ONLY rule in all classes, and we have students of all nationalities and all ages, though most students are in their 20s. We look forward to meeting you soon!
English Language Courses
A2Z School of English offers 1 English language courses. Click on a course for more information.
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General and Intensive English
Callan Method -
Course Factfile Length: 1 - 50 weeks Age: 16+ Tuition: 3, 5, 8, 16, 20, 33 Maximum Class Size: 14 Levels: "Beginner-Advanced" Start Dates: Any day we are open Price: £100+ Callan Method
Price includes:
- English Lessons (50 minutes followed by a 10 minute break)
This type of class is different to traditional classes because more than 70% of the class is speaking and listening in a small group with a native English teacher. The teacher asks a question with new words of grammar, the student answers, and if the student makes a mistake the teacher corrects the student. This is similar to how people learn their first language as babies. For this reason many people find this method very interesting and helpful.
Accommodation
- Homestay
- We work together with an agency to organise homestay accommodation for students. This is living with an English speaking family in their home. It is not like staying in a hotel, it is completely different, and you are going to learn all about the culture and speak English all day! This is the best way to spend your time in England, and "Homestay" is the kind of accommodation we recommend to all students.
Our basic homestay package is £115 per week and includes breakfast and an evening meal everyday. There is lunch at the weekend, but not during the week. Lunch in England costs about £3 in a shop. Most families have an internet connection you can use in their house, and you will be able to use the family's washing machine. You will have a single room with a single bed and will not share your room with anyone else. You will eat with the family each evening and be like a member of the family! Most of our families live less than 30 minutes from the school by bus, train or tram.
Transfers
We can arrange transfers from all airports in the north west of England, though most students arrive at Manchester International airport.
Social Programme
We have social events all year organised by our director of fun, Sara. Most events are free but for some there is a small charge (usually around £5). Please visit our website or facebook page to find out more, but here is a sample of some events we hold;
Weekly football game
Weekly film club
Weekly Friday night trip to the pub
4 big school parties each year, Christmas, Valentines day, Summer and "Back to School"
Every two weeks we have a trip out somewhere in Manchester; Museums, Galleries, Nearby cities (like Liverpool), Music concerts, Manchester United Football ground etc.
This page was last updated by A2Z School of English on 8 Jan 2010. Please check the A2Z School of English website for latest course information before enrolling on a course.
