SKOLA Accommodation

Junior Accommodation

LONDON

Homestay accommodation - Camden and Gloucester Gate

All our accommodation providers have been selected by our homestay provider after inspection and chosen for the warmth of their welcome rather than their proximity to the schools. They are situated in residential areas of London from where the journey to school by public transport is straightforward. They reflect the multi cultural aspect of Britain in general and London in particular. Although they can come from any number of ethnic backgrounds, English is the main language in the home. Juniors are accommodated on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch and evening meal), with the midday meal provided at school on school days and by the homestay provider at the weekend. There may be up to 3 students staying in the accommodation at the same time – but of different mother-tongues unless there is a specific request otherwise (e.g. if friends wish to be accommodated together). Accommodation is always single room unless two children who book and travel together request twin room accommodation.”

School Minibus Service

As London is a large city, and our schools are in Central London, we provide a SKOLA School Minibus Service which picks up students from their homes in the morning, and returns them to their front door at the end of the school day. Some of our accommodation is in residential areas some distance from the schools, so travelling time can be up to 45-60 minutes each way. This service is charged extra. If parents decide not to use our bus service, in order for children 14-16 to travel alone on public transport, we must receive written authority from them. We do not allow children under 14 to travel alone on public transport even with written authority from parents.

Parent and Child Accommodation

We can provide homestay accommodation for parents and children, but the parent is responsible for looking after the child outside school hours. The parent should either take the child to and from school, or be present in the house when the child leaves and returns on the minibus (if booked). The timetables in the adult and junior schools have been designed with this in mind.

Homestay Plus

This is only available for students attending our Hyde Park school and is the only homestay option available for this school. It provides accommodation with two host providers that are both run by fully qualified teachers (with Special Education Needs background). Both these Homestay Plus providers are located in different parts of a large Victorian house. This accommodation also includes the following features:

  • House opposite large park
  • Homestay Provider 1 - Large triple student room,
  • Homestay Provider 2 - 1 twin room and 2 single rooms,
  • Wooden floors throughout, no carpets
  • 3 student bathrooms
  • 2 staff flats
  • 1 main kitchen and 1 smaller kitchen
  • 2 Dining & lounge areas
  • 15 metre garden
  • Broadband Wi-Fi
  • Students will be supervised at all times by the Homestay Providers
  • Laundry service, school minibus and room cleaning included in the fees

The Homestay Plus accommodation is subject to the same monitoring procedures by our Accommodation Agency

ASCOT, BAWDSEY

Residential Accommodation

At Ascot and Bawdsey all students are accommodated in school residences on Campus. Boys and girls are in separate residences. During the Academic Year at Bawdsey, students are in single or 2-bedded room, but during summer courses all bedrooms have 2,3 or 4 beds. Unless requested otherwise by all parents involved, children sharing together will be of different mother tongues where possible. Most bedrooms contain washbasins, but bathroom and toilet facilities are shared. All accommodation is full-board with breakfast, lunch and evening meal provided and snacks are available.

WELFARE

Junior Programmes

24-hour emergency telephone numbers are issued to students and their parents as part of the Information Pack. A member of staff can be contacted at any time should students encounter any problem or difficulty. Medical support is always available, with First Aid trained staff on site.

Students are inducted on their first morning as to the school rules and are expected to follow them
The students and their welfare our or main priority. We maintain very close supervision of students at all times, to ensure their safety and well-being and that they obtain the maximum benefit from their course.

Insurance

We strongly advise you to take out your own travel insurance, but course prices in our junior schools do include provision of a Travel, Medical and Course Fees Protection Insurance. Please contact us for further details.

Adult Accommodation

EXETER

All our accommodation providers have been selected by the SKOLA member of staff responsible for accommodation after inspection and chosen for the warmth of their welcome rather than their proximity to the school. Many are however located within walking distance of the school. They reflect the multi cultural aspect of Britain in general. Although they can come from any number of ethnic backgrounds, they all speak native English and English is the main language in the home.

Homestay Accommodation

Students in homestay accommodation have an evening meal as well as Bed and Breakfast. As the evening meal is taken with the hosts, there is more contact – so more opportunity to practise their English. For this type of accommodation there may be up to 3 students at the same time – again of different mother-tongues unless a specific request is made to the contrary.

Shared Housing (Summer)

During the months of July and August we have student homes available with private bedrooms – but shared self-catering and bathroom facilities.

LONDON

All our accommodation providers have been selected by our homestay provider after inspection and chosen for the warmth of their welcome rather than their proximity to the schools. They are situated in residential areas of London from where the journey to school by public transport is straightforward. They reflect the multi cultural aspect of Britain in general and London in particular. Although they can come from any number of ethnic backgrounds, English is the main language in the home.

Private Home

Students who choose Private Home accommodation are provided with Bed and Breakfast. They are accommodated in homestay accommodation, but there is not much contact with the hosts. There can be up to 4 students staying in the house at the same time – but of different mother-tongues (unless a specific request is made to the contrary).

A choice of accommodation for adults is available as follows:- Standard (Homestay, private home and self catering) Situated in a suburban location in Zone 4, within walking distance of a bus stop or train/underground station. Superior (Homestay, private home and self catering) Located in Zones 2 or 3 closer to the city centre, within walking distance of a bus stop or train/underground station. It is essential that you inform us of any special requests for your homestay (allergies, diet, pets, location) at the time of booking and we will do our best to match your requirements.

Homestay Accommodation

Students in homestay accommodation have an evening meal in addition to Bed and Breakfast. As the evening meal is taken with the hosts, there is more contact – so more opportunity to practise their English. For this type of accommodation there may be up to 3 students at the same time – again of different mother-tongues unless a specific request is made to the contrary.

Self-catering

Students in self-catering accommodation will be staying in homestay accommodation but will be able to cook their own food in the kitchen. They will be able to use all the kitchen equipment (pots, pans, cooker, etc.) - but would be expected to arrange a timetable for use of the kitchen with the hosts. There may be up to 4 students staying in the house at the same time - but of different mother-tongues (unless a specific  request is made to the contrary).

Parent and child accommodation

We can provide homestay accommodation for parents and children, but would point out that the parent is responsible for looking after the child outside school hours. The parent should either take the child to and from school, or be present in the house when the child leaves and returns on the minibus (if booked). The timetables in the adult and junior schools have been designed with this in mind.

A choice of accommodation for adults is available as follows:-

Standard (Homestay, private home and self catering)
Situated in a suburban location in Zones 4 or 5, within walking distance of a bus stop or train/underground station.

Superior (Homestay, private home and self catering)
Located in Zones 2 or 3 closer to the city centre, within walking distance of a bus stop or train/underground station.

It is essential that you inform us of any special requests for your homestay (allergies, diet, pets, location) at the time of booking and we will do our best to match your requirements.

WELFARE

All students are provided with a contact number in case of emergency and are assisted with general support for matters such as housing and opening a bank account.