Centre International d'Antibes Horticole — language school in France
Language School Centre International d'Antibes Horticole
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The Centre International d'Antibes Horticole welcomes students annually to its residence in Antibes. Its location by the sea in a small town of 70,000 inhabitants makes it easy for children and teenagers to explore the new area. The Horticole Campus has developed a perfectly adapted programme for study and relaxation amidst the beautiful natural surroundings of the Mediterranean coast. The campus is secure 24 hours a day.
In their spare time students can enjoy a rest and eat in the cafeteria and restaurant. There is a large swimming pool, volleyball, football, basketball, and ping-pong tables on the campus. Sailing lessons and movie nights are also organised for kids. In the evening there are games, barbecues and discos. At weekends students go to Monaco, Nice or a water park.
Children are accommodated in the residence in rooms of 2 to 4 students, each with shared bathroom facilities. The beach and the city centre are a 30-minute walk from the campus. The centre is surrounded by a garden. Meals are provided three times a day.
- The Centre International d’Antibes has been hosting junior language camps for more than 30 years!
- Antibes is a town where kids (5–7 and 8–11 years) and teens (12–17 years) can have fun and stay safe. It is easy to get around, everything is accessible on foot and the transport network serving Antibes and neighbouring localities is also well developed
- Local residents – the Antibois – are extremely welcoming and used to mixing with an international crowd thanks to year-round tourism
- Antibes is 18 km from Nice Airport, and the railway station offers a very frequent service to the entire French Riviera
- A sandy beach extends along the full length of the town
- By day and by night, the town centre and the old town both offer plenty of options for going out. Antibes is the most popular spot for young people between Nice and Cannes
- Thousands of parents have put their trust in us: nearly 2,000 young students study French in Antibes every year, representing more than 20 nationalities
- 90 rooms offering 200 beds in one building covering 4 floors
- An extensive garden of approx. 90 000 m²
- A clear and spacious self-service restaurant
- Modern classes
- A cafeteria with TV
- An amphitheatre for events in the evenings
- A cyber space
- Administration office supervising your staying at the school
- Free access to an educational website «Le Français et Vous»
- Sports grounds inside the campus (football, volleyball and basketball)
- A large swimming pool (16m x 4m)
- Ping-pong
- Badminton
- One full-day excursion at the weekend (the Lérins Islands, Nice or a nautical theme park)
- A half-day excursion during the week (Monaco, Cannes, Marineland)
- Games and shows
- BBQ
- Dance evenings
Programmes
The language programme at the centre is 15 hours or 20 lessons per week. Classes are held in the morning from 8.45 to 12.05. Classes have a maximum of 15 students and are formed according to the children's language level. On the day of arrival, all children should take a placement test in French. Each student gets access to the "Le Français et Vous" learning portal. Teachers create communicative situations in order to develop their communication skills in French and their confidence in using the language. Grammar is taught from a basic level. Teaching is possible at all levels.
- 15 hours French course per week.
- Accommodation for 2-4 students on campus
- Three meals a day
- Fun programme of activities and excursions
- Teaching material
- Bank charges
- Travel Class booking services
- Health insurance
- Airport pick up and drop off
Sample programme
Morning. French lessons
Day. City tour
Evening. Barbeque evening
Morning. French lessons
Day. Free afternoon
Evening. Casino evening
Morning. French lessons
Day. Sailing afternoon
Evening. Film evening
Morning. French Lessons
Day. Visit to Monaco
Evening. Cabaret
Morning. French lessons
Day. Sports afternoon
Evening. Disco evening
Morning. Departure
- Standard courses
- Full board
- Activity and excursion program
- Transfers
Sample programme
Morning. French lessons
Day. City tour
Evening. Barbeque evening
Morning. French lessons
Day. Free afternoon
Evening. Casino evening
Morning. French lessons
Day. Sailing afternoon
Evening. Film evening
Morning. French Lessons
Day. Visit to Monaco
Evening. Cabaret
Morning. French lessons
Day. Sports afternoon
Evening. Disco evening
Morning. Departure
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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
1285 Avenue Jules Grec, Antibes, France