Accommodation
1. Host Family
2. Host Family Rates
3. Hall of Residence
4. Student Houses
5. Hotels & Guest Houses
Host Family
Well-selected accommodation is a vitally important factor in the success of an English language course in England. Staying with a British host family is the most efficient way to absorb those idiomatic English expressions which only occur in their natural setting in the home.
HOMESTAY
- Single room guaranteed if requested.
- No other student of the same mother tongue in the house.
- Half-board Monday to Friday (lunches are available at the College).
- Full-board Saturday and Sunday.
- The washing of light laundry - shirts, socks, underwear etc. (ironing is not included).
- The washing of heavy clothes such as jumpers and jeans is the responsibility of the student.
- Full laundry service available to Executive Homestay, ETH, Integra Summer Intensive and CLAS courses.
- Same sex, different nationality Twin Room share possible for Integra Summer Intensive.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Each family signs a formal agreement containing Richard Language College conditions for welcoming students.
- Please indicate carefully special requirements such as medical problems or allergies/diet requests.
QUALITY GUARANTEED
- Families situated within maximum one bus ride away.
- Special arrangements for couples (double room).
- Heating provided in the student's bedroom in the colder months.
- Careful completion of the enrolment form by the student enables the Accommodation & Welfare Officer to match the student's requirements as closely as possible with the host family receiving them.
- All accommodation selected personally by our own Accommodation & Welfare Officer.
- Each family visited/inspected by our Accommodation & Welfare Officer, who maintains a close liaison with families and students. We re-inspect our families at least once every two years to maintain quality.
- No external agency is used.
- Host family accommodation is not like being in a hotel; the student must adapt to a different way of life and family routine. Despite all the careful efforts to place appropriately, occasionally there may be 'personality clashes', which are treated sympathetically by our staff.
2. Host Family Rates
The College acts strictly as the student's agent in the provision of a Host Family.
Host Families
Accommodation is normally reserved and charged from 12.00 noon Saturday to 12.00 noon Saturday. Students wishing to arrive and depart on a Sunday may do so by prior arrangement with the College. Students arriving on a Sunday and leaving on a Saturday will be charged the weekly rate.
Extra nights booked will be charged at a nightly, pro-rata rate.
2010 Single Room Rates (Per Week)
| CATEGORY | Description | Winter Rate | Summer Rate |
| A | Adults | £105.00 | £120.00 |
B | Executive | £160.00 | £160.00 |
| BEN | Executive En Suite | £205.00 | £205.00 |
C | 'Integra' | £125.00 | £125.00 |
| D | CLAS | £125.00 | £125.00 |
It is the policy of the College for students to be accommodated in a single room, which is not shared with any other person. However, if a student specifically requests to share a room with a friend/spouse travelling with him/her, notice must be given to us at the time of enrolment. The accommodation rates are as follows:
2010 Sharing Room Rates (Per Week)
CATEGORY | Description | Winter Rate | Summer Rate |
| AS | Adults | £105 | £105 |
| BS | Executive | £150.00 | £150.00 |
| BENS | Executive En Suite | £185.00 | £185.00 |
| CS | 'Integra' | £115.00 | £115.00 |
| DS | CLAS | £110.00 | £110.00 |
Integra students only may choose to share a twin room with a student of a different nationality.
| CATEGORY | Description | Winter Rate | Summer Rate |
| CS | 'Integra' | £115.00 | £115.00 |
Category Definitions
| CATEGORY ( x=included ) | |||||
A /AS | B/BS | BEN/BENS | C/CS | D/DS | |
X | X | X | X | X | No other student of same mother tongue |
X | X | X | X | X | Half-board Monday - Friday |
X | X | X | X | X | Full-board at weekends |
X | X | X | X | X | Bathroom Towels |
X | Sole use of Bathroom | ||||
X | En-Suite Bathroom | ||||
X | Light Laundry Only ( No Ironing) | ||||
X | X | X | X | Full Laundry (including ironing) | |
X | Packed Lunch | ||||
Early booking, especially for the summer, gives the best possible chance of finding a family closely suited to the students' needs.
3. Hall of Residence (Summer Only)
Hall of Residence accomodation suits clients such as Integra students who take their course at Bournemouth University, or adults seeking more independence. The rooms have en suite bathroom and a desk for study. Students benefit from a communal kitchen where they can prepare dinner together. The University Library is usually available.
- Availability: from July to mid August
- All bedding and linen is provided
- Breakfast provided as optional extra
- Price per week: £100 - £120
Numbers are limited and will apply on a first-come first-served basis. If you need further information please contact enquiry@rlc.co.uk
4. Richard Language College Self-Catering
Self-Catering Accommodation is another option for students to remain independent whilst sharing the community life with students of various nationalities. Self-Catering Accommodation Advantages:
- More independence & mature students
- International students of different cultures
- 5 minutes walk from the learning centre
- Clean, comfortable rooms
- Affordable prices
- Close to shops and cash machine
Available all year
- Single, double, twin and triple rooms within easy reach of Richard Language College
- Study bedrooms in multi-occupancy private student houses
- Holiday flats ideally suited to families wanting short-term lets
For more information, please call: 0044 (0)1202 555932 or e-mail: enquiry@rlc.co.uk
5. Hotel Accommodation
The College is happy to assist with hotel bookings, but the contract is strictly between client and the hotel. It is the client’s responsibility to make full payment. Please ensure you have adequate travel insurance to in-clude cancellation charges. Prices listed below are approximate and are correct as at 11.09.09, but subject to change without notice. Contact your chosen hotel.
Carlton Hotel East Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, BH1 3DN
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 552011 Fax: +44 (0) 1202 299573 Travel by taxi - 10mins, £10.00 - £12.00 Travel by bus - 15mins, £1.50p 20mins walk
Royal Bath Hotel, Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2EW
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 555555 Fax: +44 (0) 01202 554158 Travel by taxi - 10mins, £10.00 - £12.00 Travel by bus - 15mins, £1.50p 20mins walk http://www.devereonline.co.uk/ or royal.bath@devere-hotels.com
Norfolk Royale Hotel, Richmond Hill, Bournemouth, BH2 6EN
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 551521 Fax: +44 (0) 1202 299729 or 294031 Travel by taxi - 5 mins, £10.00 - £12.00 Travel by bus - 15mins, £1.50p 20mins walk norfolkroyale@englishrosehotels.co.uk
Hotel Piccadilly, Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2NN
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 298024 Fax: +44 (0) 1202 298235 Travel by taxi - 10mins, £10.00 - £12.00 Travel by bus - 15mins, £1.50 20mins walk http://www.hotelpiccadilly.co.uk/ or enquiries@hotelpiccadilly.co.uk
Grosvenor Hotel, Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2EN
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 558858 Fax: +44 (0) 1202 294699 Travel by taxi - 10mins, £5.00 - £6.00 Travel by bus - 15mins, £1.50 20mins walk
Mayfair Hotel, Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2NW
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 551983 Fax: +44 (0) 1202 551002 Travel by taxi - 10mins, £10.00 - £12.00 Travel by bus - 15mins, £1.50 20mins walk http://www.themayfair.com/ or info@themayfair.com
The Anglo Swiss Hotel, Gervis Road, East Cliff, Bournemouth, BH1 3EQ Email: info@angloswisshotel.com Tel: +44 (0) 1202 554794 Fax: +44 (0) 1202 299615 Travel by taxi - 10mins, £10.00 - £12.00 Travel by bus - 15mins, £1.50 10mins walk
San Simeon Hotel, 52 Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, BH3 7AE
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 551935 Fax: +44 (0) 1202 551935
Thornhill Hotel, 1 Meyrick Park Crescent, Bournemouth, BH3 7AG
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 554304
Ramada Encore Hotel, 22 Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2NS
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 291266 Fax: +44 (0) 1202 291854 Email: enquiries@ramadaencorebournemouth.co.uk