Montpellier, France

Montpellier is a typical university town and home of the oldest university in France. With just 25 0,000 inhabitants, many of whom are students, the city has a friendly, youthful atmosphere and enjoys a wide range of cultural events all year round. The historic centre of the city has narrow picturesque streets; elegant mansions and tree-shaded cafés. The lovely mediterranean beaches are only a few miles away and the city has an excellent climate with over 300 days of sunshine each year.

Our school is located in a stunning 18th century private mansion right in the heart of the historic centre on a popular shopping street which is a pedestrian zone. The school has been totally renovated recently and provides facilities of a high standard including well-equipped classrooms with air conditioning, a student meeting room and a multi-media centre.

A typical itinerary...
> Return airport transfers on arrival and departure
> French lessons x 15 (55 mins. each), Mon-Fri
> Course tailor made in consultation with group leader
> All course materials provided
> Stay with host families, 6 nights, full board, twin rooms
> Four afternoon trips or activities to be included
> One full day trip
> All transport and entries for visits in the programme
> Free accommodation per 15 students for 1 teacher in 3*** hotel, single room, half board
Day trip from: Avignon, Pont du Gard, Camargue
Afternoon trips/activities from: Arles guided tour, Arles antiquties, Nimes, Aigues Mortes and Montpellier tour
Activities: Ice skating, Zoo, Planetarium, swimming, beach, cinema, museum and local chateau guided tour