Supervision and Safety

The British Council
'English Country Schools' has been running for over 20 years and is Accredited by The British Council. Inspectors visit to examine the premises, teaching, food, welfare, etc. This encourages excellence and ensures that your child will be well taught and cared for. For further information please see The British Council's web site

24 hour supervision
Students are under the constant care and attention of experienced staff from arrival to departure. Safety is an absolute priority. Each boarding house has its own House Parent to oversee the supervision and welfare of the children. The atmosphere is friendly and caring and a local doctor is available 24 hours. Our Child Protection Policy document is available here. 

English UK
'English Country Schools' is a member of the language teaching association English UK and a founder member of its Young Learners special interest group. Membership provides additional safeguards and benefits for students.
 
Regular reporting
Parents will receive a 'settling in' report from their child within the first few days of attending the course. They will also receive a teacher's report at the end of each full teaching week and a report from activity staff and house parents at the end of the child's stay.
 
Parental contacts
A list of parental contacts worldwide is available here. Any of the parents will be willing to discuss their child's experience of the course.

Insurance
Comprehensive insurance is included in the course fee. Further details here