Last updated: 24 June 2024

KAPLAN INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGESMANCHESTERWHY CHOOSE TO STUDY IN OUR MANCHESTER SCHOOL?
5 reasons to study here
• Located at the very heart of the vibrant City Centre with great views of the city
• Manchester has a large student population given it is home to two large
universities• Home to two world renowned football clubs, Manchester United & Manchester
City• Manchester has excellent transport links to many cities and beauty spots
across the UK• Manchester is a busy, cosmopolitan city but with much more affordable living
costs than the capital

Location and contact information
ADDRESS:

6th Floor, 1 Portland Street, Manchester, M13BE

PHONE:+44 (0)16 1219 8220

FAX:

N/A

EMERGENCY CONTACT:

44 (0)78 2729 9049

AT THIS ADDRESS SINCE:

2011

PROVIDING ENGLISH COURSESSINCE:

2011

School information
PRINCIPAL:

Kateryna Rimmer

TOTAL NUMBER OF
TEACHERS:

10–20 (Full time teachers: 4)

LANGUAGES SPOKEN BY
STAFF:

Polish, Spanish, Ukranian, Russian, Swahili

Accreditations and memberships

Disclaimer
All the information on this fact file is for reference. Please contact youradvisor for the latest information,.

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ABOUT THE SCHOOLNUMBER OF BUILDINGS:

1NUMBER OF FLOORS:1TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSROOMS:

11 (Classrooms without windows: 1)

SCHOOL FACILITIES:

Elevator, air conditioning, heating, Wi-Fi (free), SIM cards to buy, top up SIM cards, access tomultimedia/self study center upon request, drinks machine, prayer room, student lounge/ common room

WHEELCHAIR / DISABLED ACCESS:Yes

EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES:NoOTHER SERVICES PROVIDED:

Visa support, travel support, airport transfer, UPS (University Placement Service)

EXTRA COST OF OTHER SERVICES:

Airport transfer: £80

NUMBER OF COMPUTERS AVAILABLE:

15

LEVELS OF ENGLISH OFFERED:

Beginner, Elementary, Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, Higher Intermediate, Advanced

FIRST DAY AT SCHOOL:

Orientation starts every Monday from 08:00. Academic team will email pre-arrival test to the students one
week prior to arrival. If the student is tested and placed in AM timetable, they will joing the classes at 8:15.
If the student is not tested, they are asked to do the test and join the class in PM timetable or AM timetablefrom Tuesday. All students will join an academic induction and city tour on day one. The students are
expected to bring thier passports and visas on day one.

SAMPLE CLASS TIMETABLE
MorningAfternoon

CLASS:

08:15 - 09:35

CLASS:

14:30 - 16:00

BREAK:

09:35 - 09:50

BREAK:

16:00 - 16:15

09:50 - 11:30

CLASS:

16:15 - 17:45

CLASS:SAMPLE SPECIFIC SKILLS CLASS TIMETABLE
Morning class
Monday to Thursday

Afternoon class
Monday to Thursday

11:45 - 13:00 (Friday: 11:45 - 12:45)

13:05 - 14:20 (Friday: 13:15 - 14:15SCHOOL MATERIALSMATERIALS PROVIDED FOR STUDENTS:

K+ Course Books, K+ Learning Clubs, K+ Learning Space, K+ Extra,
Chromebooks, Interactive whiteboards
IS THERE A BOOK DEPOSIT?

No
IS THERE A MATERIALS FEE?

No

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Courses and students
COURSES PROVIDED AT THIS SCHOOL:

General English, Semi-Intensive English, Intensive English, Academic Year, Academic Semester, IELTS Exam
Preparation, Advanced (CAE) Preparation

SPECIAL / EXTRA COURSES PROVIDED:N/A

AVERAGE NUMBER OF STUDENTS PER CLASS:

12–15

MINIMUM AGE OF STUDENTS:

16

AVERAGE AGE OF STUDENTS:

26–30

STUDENTS PER AGE GROUP:

18-21: 29% / 22-25: 25% / 26-30: 20% / Over 30: 26%

TOP 10 STUDENT NATIONALITIES:

Saudi, China, Kuwait, Oman, Italy, France, Turkey, Spain, South Korea, Thailand, Venezuela, Brazil

School location and transport
By foot

By bike

By busBy subway/train

Time to the nearest café / restaurant:

1 minute

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest supermarket:

1 minute

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest post office:5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest ATM / bank:

1 minute

N/AN/A

N/A

Time to the nearest sports center:5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest hospital:

30 minutes

15 minutes

15 minutes

NATime to the city center:1 minute

N/A

N/A

N/A

Line or Number

Cost

Duration

Airport to city center by bus:

43£260 minutes

Airport to city center by train:

Manchester Piccadilly Station£515 minutes

International train station to city center:

N/A

N/A

N/A

AIRPORT TRANSPORT
CLOSEST AIRPORT:

Manchester Airport

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ABOUT MANCHESTERNAME OF LOCATION:

Manchester

FAMOUS LANDMARKS:

Manchester City Stadium, Manchester United Stadium, Manchester Cathedral, Salford Media City,Manchester University, Northern Quarter, Chinatown, Ancoats

CUISINES WITHIN A 20-MINUTE WALK:

American, British, Chinese, European, French, Greek, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Middle
Eastern, Seafood, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vegetarian, Vegan

TRANSPORT WITHIN A 10-MINUTE WALK:Train, tram, buses

TOP 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS CITY:World-famous football culture, big city living at low cost, close proximity to National Parks, near 3
universities with a large student population, situated right in the heart of the city center

WHAT MAKES THIS CITY UNIQUE?

Free buses in the city center

ALTERNATIVE THINGS TO DO:

Experience the thrill of indoor skiing and skydiving at Chill Factor, visit the independent shops, restaraunts,
and bars of the Northern Quarter

CITY PERSONALITY:

Active nightlife, big city, cosmopolitan, music, sports scene, university town, vibrant

Examples of nearby cities to visit
LONDON

Travel time: 2 hours, price of return ticket: from £50

LIVERPOOL

Travel time: 60 minutes, price of return ticket: £13

Regular social activities
PLAYING FOOTBALL (5 A SIDE)£6

MANCHESTER CITY TICKETS£42–65

LIVERPOOL TRIP

£35

LAKE DISTRICT TOUR

£39–£47.50

PUB CRAWLFreeCULTURAL CITY TOUR

FreeCHESTER & CHESHIRE OAKS DESIGNER OUTLET VILLAGE£35

Example social programme
Days

First week

Second week

MONWelcome tour

Round the world in 80 meals

TUE

K+ Club - Speaking

Language exchange

WEDManchester Art Gallery

Manchester City Champions
League match

THU

K+ Club - Watch & Discuss

Go karting

FRI

Football

Pub crawl & international party

SAT

North Wales Excursion

York tour

Number of Social activities per week: 4

LIVING COST (SAMPLE PRICES FOR ITEMS IN THIS CITY)
Bottle of water: £1.50

Coffee: £2.50

Can of coke: £1

Meal out for two: £15

Takeaway pizza: £8Sandwich: £2Local bus ticket: Free in city centerLocal train ticket: £3

Cinema ticket: £10 - student discount available

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ACCOMMODATION IN MANCHESTERLAMBERT & FAIRFIELDADDRESS:

Lambert and Fairfield House, Granby Row, Manchester, M60 7LH

WEBSITE:"Lambert & Fairfield House in Manchester | iQ Student Accommodation
Disclaimer: All the information on this residence file is for reference. Please contact your advisor for thelatest information."

ACCOMMODATION TYPE:

Residence - Standard and premium ensuites rooms

SERVICES AVAILABLE:

Laundy RoomEXTRA COST OF SERVICES:Wash and dry £6.00 (subject to change)

BEDROOM:"Premium ensuite - In the bedroom there is a small double bed, wardrobe, desk and chair, mirror, storage, amini-fridge and a microwave. There is an ensuite bathroom which has a shower, toilet and sink Standardensuite - In the bedroom there is a small double bed, wardrobe, desk and chair, mirror and storage. There isan ensuite bathroom which has a shower, toilet and sink"

KITCHEN:

The kitchen is spatious with a sofa and dining table. There is plenty of cupboard space for all students and afridge. Also in the kitchen there is a hob, oven, microwave and sink. All students will be provided with akitchen pack which will include plates, cutlery and pans.

FACILITIES:Social spaces, bowling alley, kareoke room, cinema room and gym

EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES:NoneFAMOUS LANDMARKS NEARBY:

Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Cathedral and the National Foodball Museum are all just a short distanceaway from the residence.

VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED?

YesNOISE RESTRICTIONS?

After 10pm

SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE?

No

24-HOUR SECURITY?

Yes

ROOM CLEANING:

On arrival only

LINEN CHANGING:

On arrival only

AVAILABILITY:

09/09/2023 - 01/09/2024

MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS?

Minimum stay of 2 weeks

CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES:

Check out is 10am on Saturdays only. Check In is from 15:00 on a Saturday or anytime on a Sunday

ROOM DEPOSIT?

No
By foot

By bike

By busBy subway/train

Time to the school:

9 minutes

4 minutes

5 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest café / restaurant:

4 minutes

3 minutes

4 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest supermarket:

4 minutes

3 minutes

3 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest post office:9 minutes

5 minutes

9 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest ATM / bank:

1 minute

1 minute

1 minute

N/A

Time to the nearest sports center:3 minutes

2 minutes

On-siteN/ATime to the nearest hospital:

24 minutes

8 minutes

18 minutes

N/A

Time to the city center:12 minutes

5 minutes

11 minutes

N/A

Time to the main airport (Manchester):

N/A

N/A

23 minutes

N/A

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ACCOMMODATION IN MANCHESTERVITA FIRST STREETADDRESS:First Street, 13 Jack Rosenthal Street, Manchester, M15 4FN

WEBSITE:"First Street | Student Studio Apartments Manchester | Vita (vitastudent.com)
Disclaimer: All the information on this residence file is for reference. Please contact your advisor for thelatest information."

ACCOMMODATION TYPE:

Residence - Studio Rooms

SERVICES AVAILABLE:

Laundy RoomEXTRA COST OF SERVICES:£5 wash and dry

BEDROOM:

Studios, double bed storage, desk and chair, en-suite bathroom with shower, private kitchen

KITCHEN:

In the kitchen there is microwave, oven, hob, toaster, kettle, fridge - all kitchen utensils are included

FACILITIES:

Gym, picnic area, bike room, café, grab and go breakfast

EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES:NoneFAMOUS LANDMARKS NEARBY:

Manchester Cathedral, Manchester university, Northern Quarter, Chinatown

VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED?

Yes - please speak to the residence prior to arrival

NOISE RESTRICTIONS?

After 10pm

SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE?

No

24-HOUR SECURITY?

Yes

ROOM CLEANING:

Common area

LINEN CHANGING:

On arrival only

AVAILABILITY:

02/09/2023 to 26/08/2024

MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS?

N/ACHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES:

Check out 10am Saturday & check in 2pm Saturday

ROOM DEPOSIT?

No
By foot

By bike

By busBy subway/train

Time to the school:

20 minutes

8 minutes

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest café / restaurant:

1 minute

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest supermarket:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest post office:15 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest ATM / bank:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest sports center:On-site

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest hospital:

30 minutes

20 minutes

15 minutes

N/A

Time to the city center:5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the main airport:

N/A

N/A

40 minutes

25 minutes

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ACCOMMODATION IN MANCHESTERHOMESTAY HOST INFORMATION

THINGS STUDENTS NEED TO BRING:

Toiletries, personal items to make their room feel like home, prescription medication

SERVICES INCLUDED:

Bed linen, towels, laundry once a week (free of charge), telephone use for emergencies

EXTRA COST OF SERVICES:NoMEALS PROVIDED:YesÂ€¢ BREAKFAST:

Breakfast is usually a light meal consisting of cereal, fruit, toast, juice, or coffee.
Hosts will usually ask you to prepare your own breakfast.

Â€¢ LUNCH:

You will be responsible for buying your own lunch at school, from a local
restaurant, or the local shops.

Â€¢ DINNER:

You will usually eat dinner with your host, unless you inform them otherwise.

WILL THE HOMESTAY ARRANGE TO PICK UP
THE STUDENT FROM THE AIRPORT?

No

TRANSPORT TO SCHOOL:

Your host will help you to find your way to and from school and will show you how to use public transport.

WHERE ARE THE HOST FAMILIES LOCATED?

All over Greater Manchester

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Homestays are 35–45 minutes of commute time to the school

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