Enjoy a family study holiday in the heart of London
Our excellent family accommodation options and family activity programme make this the perfect study holiday for your family.
Experience an international environment, make friends and really use your English.
English for kids with a focus on communication for children aged 6-16.
Optional English language courses for parents and other family members.
Courses available in spring, summer, autumn and winter.
Parents and their children study in the same location in our Kensington school, opposite Gloucester Road station, or nearby annexe within walking distance.
Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development
Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills
Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You!
Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club
A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Junior course
Fun course designed for young learners.
- Emphasis on spoken English and communication.
- Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
- Visit to a local place of interest.
- Sports on Friday afternoon in Hyde Park.
Afternoon Supervised Activities
Guided and supervised activities, excursions and projects, 5 afternoons a week.
This fun course is designed for young learners. The emphasis is on spoken English and communication. Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning and there may be a visit to a local place of interest or sports on Friday afternoon in Hyde Park.
20Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development
Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language SkillsExpand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You!Focus on international communication in English. - Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays. - Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch ClubA light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Junior courseFun course designed for young learners.
- Emphasis on spoken English and communication.
- Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
- Visit to a local place of interest.
- Sports on Friday afternoon in Hyde Park.
Afternoon Supervised ActivitiesGuided and supervised activities, excursions and projects, 5 afternoons a week.
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100 per student or £125 per family. ***We will apply 2023 prices to courses starting in 2024 if you enrol and pay before 31 December 2023.***
Information
Available: 1-11 Weeks
Levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1
Children aged: 6-16 years
Maximum class size: 15 students
Each lesson is 50 minutes
More Information
Start dates: For dates, check "Additional Information" section below.
Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50
Timetable includes break time.
A parent (or guardian) of a 6 year old must either take a course or remain in the school during lesson times. The minimum age for adult in charge is 21.
Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- activity programme
- school certificate
This all day programme is for ages 12-16 in summer. Participants join the Family Junior Morning Course and in the afternoon there are activities, excursions and projects. Children should be dropped off at 8.45 and collected at 17.00. Students must bring a packed lunch and a travel card.
20+Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development
Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language SkillsExpand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You!Focus on international communication in English. - Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays. - Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch ClubA light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Junior courseFun course designed for young learners.
- Emphasis on spoken English and communication.
- Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
- Visit to a local place of interest.
- Sports on Friday afternoon in Hyde Park.
Afternoon Supervised ActivitiesGuided and supervised activities, excursions and projects, 5 afternoons a week.
16:45 - 17:00
Parents pick up children from school
Prices
£795
1-3 Weeks
£765
4-7 Weeks
£765
8-11 Weeks
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100 per student or £125 per family. ***We will apply 2023 prices to courses starting in 2024 if you enrol and pay before 31 December 2023.***
Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50
Lunchtime 12:50 -14:15
Activities/excursions 14:15-16:45
Timetable includes break time.
Children should be dropped off at 8.45 and collected at 17.00.
Parents must provide a packed lunch with drink every day and a travel card for Zone 1 & 2.
Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- school certificate
- supervision 8.45-17.00
- projects, activities, excursions in afternoons (all supervised)
- any entrance charges
London Family Adult - Standard General English FAS
While their children are at school, parents and other family members have the option of joining our Standard General English Morning course. Designed for adults of all ages who want to achieve fluency and accuracy in everyday English. Develop the four language skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - by learning and practising language in real life situations, with a focus on listening and speaking.
20Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development
Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language SkillsExpand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You!Focus on international communication in English. - Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays. - Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch ClubA light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Junior courseFun course designed for young learners.
- Emphasis on spoken English and communication.
- Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
- Visit to a local place of interest.
- Sports on Friday afternoon in Hyde Park.
Afternoon Supervised ActivitiesGuided and supervised activities, excursions and projects, 5 afternoons a week.
09:00 - 12:50
Language Development / Language Skills
Prices
£385
1-3 Weeks
£347
4-7 Weeks
£321
8-11 Weeks
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100 per student or £125 per family. ***We will apply 2023 prices to courses starting in 2024 if you enrol and pay before 31 December 2023.***
Information
Available: 1-11 Weeks
Levels: A2, B1, B2, C1
Adults of all ages; adult in charge minimum age: 21
Maximum class size: 14
Each lesson is 50 minutes
More Information
Start dates: For dates, check "Additional Information" section below.
Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50
Timetable includes break time.
Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- activity programme
- school certificate
London Family Adult - General English Afternoon FAS
While their children are at school, parents and other family members have the option of taking a course at Frances King. The afternoon option is for parents who are busy with child care in the mornings.
10Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development
Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language SkillsExpand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You!Focus on international communication in English. - Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays. - Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch ClubA light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Junior courseFun course designed for young learners.
- Emphasis on spoken English and communication.
- Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
- Visit to a local place of interest.
- Sports on Friday afternoon in Hyde Park.
Afternoon Supervised ActivitiesGuided and supervised activities, excursions and projects, 5 afternoons a week.
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100 per student or £125 per family. ***We will apply 2023 prices to courses starting in 2024 if you enrol and pay before 31 December 2023.***
Information
Available: 1-11 Weeks
Levels: A2, B1, B2, C1
Adults of all ages; adult in charge minimum age: 21
Maximum class size: 14
Each lesson is 50 minutes
More Information
Start dates: For dates, check "Additional Information" section below.
Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 2 x 50m lessons 13:45-15:30
Timetable includes break time
Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- activity programme
- school certificate
Parents and their children study in the same location in our Kensington school, opposite Gloucester Road station, or nearby annexe within walking distance.
Start Dates
Autumn Programme 2023
October 16 (1-3 weeks); October 23 (1-2 weeks); October 30 (1 week).
Winter Programme 2024
January 2 (1-5 weeks); January 8 (1-4 weeks); January 15 (1-3 weeks); January 22 (1 2 weeks); January 29 (1 week).
Week commencing January 2: 16 lessons/week. Monday, January 1 is a public holiday.
Spring Programme 2024
March 25 (1-6 weeks); April 2 (1-5 weeks); April 8 (1-4 weeks); April 15 (1-3 weeks); April 22 (1-2 weeks); April 29 (1 week).
Week commencing March 25: 16 lessons/week. Friday, March 29 is a public holiday.
Week commencing April 2: 16 lessons/week. Monday, April 1 is a public holiday.
Summer Programme 2024
June 10 (1-12 weeks); June 17 (1-11 weeks); June 24 (1-10 weeks); July 1 (1-9 weeks); July 8 (1-8 weeks); July 15 (1-7 weeks); July 22 (1-6 weeks); July 29 (1-5 weeks); August 5 (1-4 weeks); August 12 (1-3 weeks); August 19 (1-2 weeks); August 27 (1 week).
Week commencing August 27: 16 lessons/week. Monday, August 26 is a public holiday.
Autumn Programme 2024
October 7 (1-4 weeks); October 14 (1-3 weeks); October 21 (1-2 weeks); October 28 (1 week).
Winter Programme 2025
January 6 (1-5 weeks); January 13 (1-4 weeks); January 20 (1-3 weeks); January 27 (1-2 weeks); February 3 (1 week).
Monday to Friday. Private lessons in the afternoon, as requested.
Accommodation
We can offer a variety of accommodation suitable for families, all located in excellent central locations, close to public transport and our schools. We can offer Homestays, Studios and Apartments all year round.
When viewing our accommodation section, please look for the mention: “Suitable for students and families“.
We offer a range of family activities with each of our programmes. Activities are guided. Parents must accompany their children. Entrance charges are not included. The activity programme may include:
Tower of London (From £33.60/adult and £16.80/child under 18 years old)
Covent Garden Walk (Free)
Harry Potter Walk (Free)
Madame Tussauds (From £37/adult and £33/child aged 3-15 years old)
Canal Walk to Camden Town (Free)
Hamley’s Toy Shop (Free)
The Guards Museum (From £8/adult and free for child aged below 16 years old)
Climb the Monument (From£6/adult and £3/child aged 5-15 years old)
River Walk (Free)
Tower Bridge (Free)
Whispering Gallery (From £23/adult and £10/child under 18 years old)
River cruise to Tower Bridge (From £12.40/adult and £8.40/child)
London Zoo (From £31/adult and £21.70/child aged 3-15 years old)
Prices subject to change. Last updated: Sept 2023.
After group classes, we can also arrange private lessons for children, to concentrate on a particular skill or language area. We can also offer private lessons and Mini Group tuition for children at other times of the year.
Click here for more information on private lessons.
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What Students & Teachers Say...
Arne Wokittel
Student at Frances King School
At Frances King I met students from all over the world and then I worked in a dynamic international environment which will be great for my future.
Ceveagh Chan
Teacher at Frances King London School
As a teacher, Frances King is a wonderful place to work and is committed to ensuring each student is heard and looked after. It is a place where you can make friends for life and learn valuable lessons beyond the classroom. We are proud to play a part in students’ English language journey and strive to make it a memorable experience.
Our Accommodation
Browse our wide selection of accommodation for every budget, with easy access to our schools.
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We can offer a variety of accommodation suitable for families, all located in excellent central locations, close to public transport and our schools. We can offer Homestays, Studios and Apartments all year round.
