Studio Cambridge |
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Cambridge, United Kingdom |
Established in 1954, Studio Cambridge is the oldest language school in the city. Recognised by the British Council and a member of English UK, we are also an authorised centre for the CELTA course. We have had a CELTA teacher training programme for over 20 years and we currently offer intensive, 4-week CELTA courses in February and November each year.
The CELTA course is intensive, running from approximately 0915 to 1730 hours each day, Monday to Friday. The evenings and weekends will be spent on written assignments and on lesson planning.
Input Sessions
There will be approximately 60 hours of input sessions focusing on language awareness, teaching skills, methodology, phonology and professional development. This will mirror the teaching techniques trainees will be expected to use themselves in Teaching Practice.
Observations
There will be 6 – 7 hours of observation of lessons given by experienced teachers. While you will be required to teach only at two levels, generally Pre-intermediate and Upper Intermediate, you will have the opportunity to observe a broader range of levels.
Assessment
Assessment on the CELTA course is continuous and integrated. The assessed components of the course are the teaching practice and the assignments. Trainees are kept up to date with their development and you should be in no doubt as to how you are doing throughout the course. You will receive both written and spoken feedback on teaching practice and on assignments, as well as in tutorials.
Small classes
The course is limited to twelve participants with two to three tutors who will share the input sessions and the supervision of teaching practice.
Personal support and encouragement
You will find your tutors approachable and supportive. They will be on hand for advice and encouragement.
In the final week of the course, candidates have sessions on Cultural Awareness, Professional Development and on Teaching at Home and Abroad. Extensive advice is given as to where the newly qualified teachers can find job-related information. This includes publications, web sites, organisations etc.
Studio is proud of its CELTA graduates and has a long history of offering
many of them work, particularly in the busy summer period. This has been a most rewarding experience and to the mutual satisfaction of everyone concerned.
We have the following accommodation options available at extra cost:
• self-catering in the Tripos Court residence (£290 per week)
• half-board homestay accommodation (from £196 - £287 per week)
• Host family Bed and Breakfast : £155.00 per week
Please see our website for more details:
Cancellations and withdrawals:
After the payment of the Registration and assessment fee has been made, there are no refunds for the cancellation of the course, for a no-show, or for early withdrawal from the course.
Under very limited circumstances, such as serious illness, or bereavement in your family, Studio Cambridge will consider allowing you to withdraw and re-take the course at a later date. If this is allowed, the replacement course will be offered at no additional cost or at a reduced additional cost according to individual circumstances.
In order to provide you with the best service possible, Studio Cambridge needs to know a little about your specific situation. If you have questions, please first select a course from the list on the this page. You can always change course dates later.
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Studio Cambridge is a lovely school which is very supportive. The tutors are excellent.
I have had an amazing experience at the Studio Cambridge in Cambridge and I’m grateful to my teachers and my courses colleagues. I owe them a lot for my progress on this course and my career in general.
It ran smoothly, the tutors were supportive and ensured we completed everything on time.
Celta is a very intensive and highly demanding course, without the support and competence of tutors it would be impossible to pass. At Studio Cambridge tutors and staff are helpful and always available. It has been a fantastic experience. Thank you!
It’s been a very challenging month but I have learn so many useful and practical things. I would recommend this course to anyone who is really passionate about teaching!
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I thought the course was fantastic and the tutors were all incredibly supportive, enthusiastic and honest with feedback. The course was really challenging but very rewarding and I feel ready to teach!
I really enjoyed the course. The tutors were prepared to answer any question or doubt and they helped me a lot during my TP's feedback. I really recommend this school for future Celta trainees.
I found the course extremely intense and stressful. I felt that the time pressures for every assignment and lesson plan were the main source of stress. It often felt as though there was not enough time to plan the lessons as thoroughly as I would have liked. Having said this, I thought the course was fantastic. We learnt so many useful skills and such useful knowledge which I feel is essential to my competence and confidence as a teacher. I entered the course never having taught before, and left feeling that I know what to do, and how to approach teaching in a constructive way. The tutors were extremely supportive and knowledgeable. I feel like I learnt from excellent, experienced teachers. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone who asks me.
Very good course with friendly and helpful staff.
Very intense and without tutors support it will be impossible to achieved.
Really friendly and helpful tutors, interesting mix of students, good facilities and convenient location. Would reccomend
A truly intensive and very thorough course, given the length of time - far superior to other ways of getting a TEFL qualification
Very good overall, great tutors and everything clearly explained and detailed throughout the course
Great structure ans great tutors
I learned so much from this course. The tutors were fantastic - very knowledgeable about teaching and about the linguistic elements. Studio Cambridge had a fun and collegial atmosphere.
I definitely gained a lot more from the course than had originally expected. Teaching students of different levels was very beneficial and the morning sessions were very informative with alternative approaches to teaching methods, particularly towards differences in cultures within the same class.
The course exceeded my expectations. I was especially impressed by the calibre of the course tutors. Definitely recommended.
The course exceeded my expectations! I am very much satisfied with it. The Instructors / Trainers: • were helpful when I had difficulties or questions • provided meaningful feedback on my work • provided meaningful guidance on my progress/work • encouraged student contributions • provided opportunities for class participation • encouraged critical engagement with the material • encouraged student questions and participation The course • provided an appropriate balance between instruction and practice • provided a mixture of explanation and practice • The course instructions (including, manuals, handouts, etc.) were clear • developed my ability to interact with diverse groups of people • helped me make progress in my acquisition of the language • developed my communication/presentation skills • gave me a deeper insight into the topic
Inspiring, supportive and enthusiastic tutors, in a beautiful school that is very accessible.
Really helpful, interesting and enjoying experience!
Had a wonderful time and met some great people. TP was my favourite part.
Excellent tutors and an enjoyable course. Loved it.
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