Lessons
The day after arrival at The Abbey College, students take a written test and are placed in classes according to age and English language ability.
EFL teachers teach general English, involving the key skills of:
- Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
A new topic and grammar point are introduced every week, allowing new students to start afresh from the week they arrive.
English Language Lessons
All students receive at least 16 hours per week in class, with adults receiving over 20 hours. Attendance is compulsory for all students.
Lessons normally take place in the morning, with afternoon lessons for younger students. Additional conversation classes can be taken on some days, free of charge, for any student, instead of activities.
The maximum class size is 16, with 12 being the average. At the end of the course every student receives an Abbey College certificate, together with a teacher report on his or her progress.
