Learn English on the English Riviera!
at Torquay International School in the South West of England where we have been teaching English since 1972.
What's New
TIS has been awarded a Highly Trusted Sponsor - Tier 4 licence by the UKBA (UK Border Agency). Sponsor licence number (SLN)OCF135F29.
We are sad to say goodbye to our Intern Marion Serre who has been here for several months learning English.; As part of her work experience she has been making short videos about English courses. Here is one about TIS and you can find the others here
Learn English in England
Torquay International School offers quality English Language courses in England. Small classes and individual attention are a speciality at this school.
Our courses include General English, General English with Business, Cambridge Examination (FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC Preliminary, Vantage and Higher courses and IELTS Preparation and the exams can be taken in Torquay.
There are also a wide range of courses in English for Business & Professional Purposes as well as English for Banking & Finance and 50+ English.
We arrange your Homestay, Hotel, Residence or Apartment for you.
The school is situated in the beautiful seaside resort of Torquay on the English Riviera in the lovely county of Devon. It would be hard to find a better place in which to study English.
TIS is accredited by the British Council and is a member of EnglishUK, Busines English UK and IALC. We are also a founder member of English UK South West.
Highly Intensive courses in English for professional and business purposes to help you communicate quickly and effectively in English.
General English Course, General English plus Options and Cambridge First Certificate, Cambridge Advanced Certificate and Cambridge Proficiency in English Examination Preparation Courses. All the above plus the social and activity programme, host families / homestays.
General information about the school, the English courses, the accommodation and our facilities, resources and services.
Torquay International School is an authorised TOEIC Test Centre.
Registered Office at:
Torquay International School Ltd.
15 St Marychurch Road
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 3HY
England
United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 (0) 1803 295576 / 298854
Fax: +44 (0) 1803 299062
What's New
Our own Hotel /Residence opposite the school:
Club TIS Hotel is a hotel residence for General English adults and Business English clients. This charming 11 bedroom hotel is less than 60 seconds on foot from the school. Hotel facilities include the TIS Club Café, south facing terrace across Torbay and a sunny secluded garden. The atmosphere at Club TIS is very special and it's a great place for lunch.
Torquay might just be the Friendliest Seaside Resort in the UK!
Torquay is up for an accolade as the Most Group-Friendly UK Destination in the Group Travel Awards. Torquay has been voted into the finals by readers of Group Travel magazine. The awards are an annual celebration of the very best suppliers to the group travel industry and each year readers are asked to vote in various categories, including the highly coveted Most Group-Friendly UK Destination award.
19th May 2010
FCE, CAE and CPE Courses and exam course information now available on the above link. Also IELTS and Cambridge BEC (Business English Certificate)
Agatha Christie's home, Greenway House is a must see whilst you are studying at TIS. This is a great opportunity to look into the life of one of the world's most famous bestselling, authors. The house overlooks the beautiful River Dart and is surrounded by 30 acres of wild and romantic gardens. Agatha set many of her stories on the English Riviera and at her home.
The English Riviera Geopark
In 2007 the English Riviera gained designated Global Geopark status and you can explore the wonders of the Geopark by foot. There are some stunning coastal walks which make up part of the beautiful South Devon Coastal Paths. Or you can take a boat trip and view the Geopark from the bay: www.youtube.com
Latest News
TIS is on Facebook! Check in and find old friends - if you are studying now or a former student then please join us as friends.
Torquay International School has been awarded an A-rating on the UK Border Agency Register of Sponsors.
Torquay Information
follow this link to the English Riviera in the beautiful county of Devon
We are members of the following organisations and accreditations:
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