Established in 1983, Crest Schools of English offers courses to suit students of all levels studying English in London. Our small classes enable students to receive personal attention from our teachers and this encourages rapid progress in learning English. Students are encouraged to become confident in all aspects of the English language as well as learning about British culture and the British way of life.
Crest Schools of English is conveniently located in Edgware, a safe and very pleasant suburb of north-west London, very close to Edgware bus and underground station (Edgware is on the Northern Line). Canons Park station, on the Jubilee Line, is also nearby.
Facilities
video and audio equipment
latest ELT resources and materials
computer room
free internet and e-mail
student area
bright, airy classrooms
Student Information
School Location
Edgware is the ideal location for students who don’t want the pollution and stress of the big city but still want to be near Central London
Edgware bus and underground station (Edgware is on the Northern Line). Canons Park station, on the Jubilee Line, is also nearby.
Central London is very easy to access – it can be reached by underground in less than 30 minutes. Edgware is also served by numerous buses, including route 113 to Oxford Circus.
Crest Schools of English is in the town centre which has its own indoor shopping mall. There is a wide variety of shops, restaurants and cafes as well as a public library, fitness centre, parks, post office, many banks and a hospital. Other shopping malls and leisure centres, including cinemas and bowling alleys can be easily reached by bus or underground.
If Central London, with its famous sightseeing spots, is not what you’re looking for, there are many other attractions to visit around Edgware; for example, the Royal Air Force Museum, Wembley Stadium or Harrow Village. There are also historic places to visit such as St. Albans or Hampstead Village.
Teachers
All Crest Schools of English teachers are experienced and qualified to teach English as a foreign language. Students are encouraged to discuss their progress with teachers and school administrators who ensure they study at the correct level and receive the most appropriate tuition. Several of our teachers have also worked in areas such as Marketing, IT, Law, Business and Medicine, thereby bringing additional expertise and an extra dimension to their teaching.
Teaching methods
Our students enjoy learning in a relaxed, friendly and supportive environment with the best combination of up-to-date teaching and traditional approaches. Students are encouraged to become confident in all aspects of the English language, as well as learning about British culture and the British way of life. Our bright, comfortable and well-furnished classrooms seat an average of 12 students. Small classes enable students to receive personal attention from our teachers and this encourages rapid progress in learning English.
Terms
General
1. The minimum age, unless otherwise specified, is 16. There is no maximum age.
2. Tuition fees include all tuition charges, level assessment and progress tests, Welcome Pack, tutorial, free email and internet access, access to resource and listening materials, some social activities, advice and assistance where needed, course completion certificate.
3. Tuition fees do not include accommodation charges, registration fee, course books, airport pickup, exam fees, insurance, UK bank charges, postage/special delivery charges, travel, excursions and some social activities.
4. All fees must be paid in full before you start your course. You will not be permitted to stay in accommodation arranged through the school if fees have not been paid in full.
5. Our Terms & Conditions are binding on all students. Your registration, enrolment and deposit for any of our programmes constitute a binding agreement for you to pay fees in full.
6. When we have received your deposit or payment in full and processed your enrolment details we will email or post a letter of acceptance confirming your place on the course, details of accommodation if requested together with travel information, details of airport pick-up and/or insurance if required.
7. If we are unable to accept your booking request, we will either suggest an alternative or refund your payment.
Attendance
You are expected to attend lessons regularly and comply with all Home Office regulations regarding attendance, where required.
Students should only be absent from school in cases of sickness or authorised holiday.
Students are expected to arrive for classes on time and late entry to class is at the discretion of Crest Schools of English.
Crest Schools of English will award a course completion certificate only where a student has achieved a minimum 80% attendance.
Conduct
In the event of misconduct, unsatisfactory work or attendance, Crest Schools of English reserves the right to refuse admission, suspend or expel the student without refund. In such a case, the student will not be allowed to remain in accommodation arranged by the school.
Crest Schools of English does not tolerate aggressive verbal or physical behaviour towards other students or members of staff.
Students are expected to conduct themselves in an orderly and respectful manner.
Crest Schools of English will require students to pay for any damage caused to school property or in accommodation.
Cancellation of Courses
1. Before arrival
If you cancel your course more than 14 days before your course begins, at the sole discretion of Crest Schools of English we will refund your fees paid less your deposit and registration fee. If accommodation was requested we will refund the accommodation fees paid less the deposit and accommodation arrangement fee. You must notify the school in writing.
If you cancel your course less than 14 days before your course commences, at the sole discretion of Crest Schools of English we will refund your course fees less the deposit, registration fee, bank charges, accommodation arrangement fee and two weeks’ accommodation fee where applicable. You must notify the school in writing.
2. After arrival
If you cancel your course after your arrival in the UK no refund of tuition fees, registration fees, accommodation arrangement fees or accommodation fees will be made. At the sole discretion of Crest Schools of English tuition fees paid may be credited against the cost of another course at Crest Schools of English provided you start that other course within 12 months of your original course start date.
In the case of one-to-one tuition, fees are refundable only where more than 48 hours written notice is given.
Cancellation in the event of a Visa Refusal
If you have to cancel your course because your UK visa has been refused, before Crest Schools of English can consider a refund you must send us the official documentation of the visa refusal and the original letter of acceptance issued by the School at least 14 days before your course was due to begin. Where the UK Border Authority (UKBA), the British Embassy or a British Consulate has determined that an application is fraudulent in any way, no refund will be made.
Where a refund is to be made, full course fees minus the registration fee, tuition deposit, bank charges, CAS fee, two weeks’ accommodation charges and accommodation arrangement fee where applicable will be refunded.
Cancellation after arrival: Non-Visa Nationals
Crest Schools of English is unable to refund fees under any circumstances to visa national students who require a visa to study in the UK and who leave before the end of their course. Visas are issued on the understanding that the student will be taking a course at Crest Schools of English for the dates stated in the Letter of Acceptance for Studies issued to the student.
Changes and Extensions
If you wish to extend your homestay accommodation, provided there is availability, we will arrange accommodation with your host. If not, then we will try to arrange suitable alternative homestay accommodation.
If you wish to extend your course, we will not charge a registration fee. Fees must be paid in full in advance for the extended period of study required.
All changes requested by the student regarding course dates, accommodation, holiday arrangements will incur an administration charge of GBP 30 payable before the change is processed.
