Teachers teach 20 X 45 minute lessons each week to groups no greater than 14 in size. Textbooks are used with a clear programme of work. There is a photocopier, computer and additional resource bank. Teachers are also involved in up to another 10 X 1.5 hours recreational activities over a 6 day period. House parents are employed to look after the students in the boarding houses.
Contracts are clear and fair.
Residential salaries are from 265 a week and include full board. International Language Holidays are the summer schools of Colchester English Study Centre, a large independent and accredited school.