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Our centre is located just one subway ride away from Manhattan. The breathtaking iconic skyline of New York can be viewed from Brooklyn Heights and everything that the city has to offer is within easy reach. This is the perfect location if you want to experience "The Big Apple” but also discover more genuine parts of the city.
The classroom is at the heart of your New York Junior English Course. English Lessons are student-centred and encourage the development of relevant language skills.
- 20 x 45-minute lessons per week
- Taught by friendly and professional English teachers
- Placement test on day 1 to ensure students in appropriate level
- Maximum 17 students per class
- Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities
- Standard classrooms
- Classrooms are located on campus
- Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills
- Materials included as well as an end-of-course report and certificate
✓ Rooms are located in Hoyt Halls. Hoyt Hall residence is located less than a 5-minute walk from the central LIU Brooklyn campus
✓ Students stay in quad en-suite rooms or standard twin/triple rooms
✓ Each room is furnished with a wardrobe, desk and chair
✓ Laundry available in both residence buildings, $1.50 for cleaning and $1.50 for drying
✓ The communal facilities are cleaned daily
✓ All rooms have air-conditioning and linen changed weekly
✓ Towel and washcloth are provided
✓ Students are responsible for keeping their rooms clean and tidy, bathrooms are cleaned daily
Activities and excursions are scheduled in the mornings, afternoons or evenings, with full-day trips at the weekend. All activities are designed to continue learning in a fun and enjoyable way, encouraging you to develop life skills and make new friends through sports, activities and socially interactive games.
Activities
Sports: With a choice of football, mini Olympics, volleyball and basketball.
Drama: Drama and performance activities, such as drama workshops and scavenger hunts.
Evening: Activities such as karaoke, a talent show, team games and Manhattan by-night walking tours.
Half-Day Trips
Our local half-day trips take students to places of interest such as the Brooklyn Bridge, Times Square and Central Park.
Full-Day Excursions
- Coney Island: The original Brooklyn Beach theme park.
- Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island: Students can take a ferry ride to Liberty Island and view this iconic statue. Visit Ellis Island the former gateway of millions of people who immigrated to the USA.
- Empire Outlets: NYC’s only outlet shopping destination with high-quality clothes and shoes from the biggest brands.
- Macy’s 34th Street: More shopping in what is known as ‘the world’s largest store’!
- Nearby park for games and activities
- Communal lounges on each floor of the residence building
- The residential buildings are close to teaching facilities and dining hall
- Wi-Fi available throughout
Programmes
- English course
- Residential accommodation
- Full-board
- Certificate
- Excursions and Activities
Sample programme
Day. Arrivals,
Tour DT Brooklyn, Shopping/Provisions or Visit Little Island @Pier 55 w/ Games
Evening. WELCOME PARTY
Getting to Know You Games and snacks!
OR
Cable Car to Roosevelt Island
Morning. Lessons
Day. Infamous Macy's 34th Street Shopping
Evening. 4th of July Celebration Baseball Game!
July 18th On Site: Ice Cream Social followed by Jeopardy Game Night (Prizes!!) or Soccer in the Park
Morning. Lessons
Day. Visit Bryant Park & New York City Library
Evening. Walk the High Line and Chelsea Market
Morning. Lessons
Day. Walking Tour Outside United Nations & Secrets of Grand Central Station with Team Scavenger Hunt
Evening. Explore South Street Seaport Shopping and Try New Foods!
Morning. Lessons
Day. Explore Central Park: Belvedere Castle, Strawberry Fields & Most Creative Photo Contest!!
Evening. Dance Party
Morning. Lessons
Day. Campus Tour & University Life, Culture Club
New York City, & Provisions Run
Evening. Times Square by Night!
Morning. Day Trip to Coney Island Beach Volleyball, Swimming, Boardwalk Shopping Packed Picnic Lunch $Optional Luna Amusement Park
Day. Day Trip to Coney Island Beach Volleyball, Swimming, Boardwalk Shopping Packed Picnic Lunch $Optional Luna Amusement Park
Evening. Dinner on the Beach or Dinner at the Game
Morning. HAVING FUN IN NEW YORK!
Day. Site seeing in China Town,
So Ho & Little Italy
OR
(Optional All Day)
Six Flags, Broadway Show
Evening. Explore Near the Empire State Building
from Below
& Grab a Second Chance
in Times Square!
Morning. Lessons
Day. Greenwich Village & Washington Sq Park
Evening. Walk the Brooklyn Bridge & Explore DUMBO
Morning. Lessons
Day. Visit South Central Park, Columbus Circle & Photo Scavenger Hunt
Evening. Sports in the Park OR Activity Club w/ Arts & Crafts, Music & More!
Morning. Lessons
Day. Financial District Walking Tour 9-11 Memorial & Oculus
(Optional) 911 Memorial Museum
Evening. Visit and viewing from 911 - One World Observatory
Morning. Lessons
Day. Visit Barclay Center and Shopping @ Atlantic Terminal
Evening. Brooklyn Heights & Shop on Montague Street
Followed by Onsite Personal Reflection Time
Morning. Lessons
Day. Walking Tour of St Patrick’s Cathedral,
Shop on 5th Ave, View Trump Tower
& Rockefeller Center
Evening. Celebration!
Graduation, Birthdays
& Karaoke Night
Morning. Day Trip to the Statue of Liberty
& Ellis Island
(Packed Lunch)
Day. Day Trip to the Statue of Liberty
& Ellis Island
(Packed Lunch)
Evening. Dinner at the Shake Shack. Visit the Guggenheim Museum
Recommended arrival cities
FAQ
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If canceled at least two weeks in advance, you will be refunded the amount paid except for:
- Travel Class services for booking 55 EUR;
- ticket refunds are made according to the airline's rules (unless otherwise requested, tickets are purchased by default at the most favorable, usually non-refundable fare).
If canceled less than two weeks before the start of the program, additionally will be taken:
- the first week of the Program at the School;
- additional services (medical insurance, meeting at the airport, additional excursions), if they have already been ordered.
No, el primer día se realizará una prueba de nivel para ubicar al estudiante en la clase más adecuada, tomando en cuenta sus habilidades y conocimientos previos.
1. Parents check in their child for the flight. Airlines usually allow independent flights from the age of 12. You can order an escort service for a minor (100-150 euros) so that an airport employee accompanies the child at the airport.
2. If you book a transfer, the child will be met at the airport by a school representative with a sign with the student's name.
Yes, flight tickets from Spain and Italy are included.
Todos nuestros destinos, alojamientos y actividades están cuidadosamente seleccionados siguiendo protocolos estrictos de supervisión.
Durante toda la estancia, los estudiantes cuentan con la presencia constante de staff local y monitores, disponibles las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana. Los chicos nunca están solos: están acompañados en clase, durante las comidas, en las actividades deportivas, las excursiones y también durante la noche en las residencias. Todo el personal está formado en primeros auxilios y tiene experiencia trabajando con adolescentes.
Las familias tienen total tranquilidad gracias a nuestro teléfono de emergencia 24/7.
Trabajamos únicamente con colegios y organizaciones con años de trayectoria comprobada. Tenemos procedimientos claros para cualquier tipo de emergencia médica o situación que pueda surgir.
Muchas familias nos eligen precisamente por la tranquilidad que les proporciona saber que sus hijos están seguros y bien cuidados en todo momento.
Durante toda la estancia tendrá los contactos principales:
- Nuestro número de emergencia 24/7
- El director del centro (se lo facilitamos antes de la salida)
- El monitor si viajan en grupo
Location
1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, NY, USA
