American Academy Limassol
Description of American Academy Limassol
- Founded: in 1986
- Location: Limassol, Cyprus
- Age of students: 2-18 years
- Type of accommodation: guest-house
- Type of education: joint (mixed)
- Language of instruction: English.
American Academy Limassol (American Academy of Limassol) is an international school of joint education, which opens its doors every year for students from different countries. The school first earned in 1986 for the first 50 students.
The Academy works on the British educational program. It received accreditation in international centers EDEXCEL and City & Guilds, is a member of the Association of British private boarding schools. During the educational period, students are educated for the GCSE / IGCSE (International Certificate of Secondary Education) examinations and TOEFL / IELTS (International English Language Test).
American Academy Limassol deals with all levels of education - from preschool to senior classes. The school accepts for education children from 2 years. At the Academy there is a private kindergarten, which helps to prepare for the school, it takes 2-4 years.
Then students go to primary school, where they are educated for 6 years at the age from 5 to 10 years. Students study such disciplines as literature, natural history, history, mathematics, geography, art history, computer science, Greek and French, and many others.
Senior classes are engaged in education students aged 11 to 18 years and their preparation for the passing of international examinations.
Principles on which the American Academy of Limassol is built:
- Highly qualified teachers who know their subject well
- Active participation of the student in all aspects of education
- The factor of motivation and involvement of the student in the education process is the level of his interaction with teachers
- Responsibility of students for their education
- Use of modern methods and relevant information
- Possibility of feedback from students
- An important stage in education is the acquisition of practical experience.
Upon completion of the training, students can obtain a state certificate of the Republic of Cyprus, a GCSE certificate (the English equivalent of a certificate required for admission to an English-language university), a TOEFL or IELTS certificate to confirm the level of English proficiency, an A-level certificate for confirming the pre-university level for selected subjects.
98% of students who graduated from the academy in Limassol, enrolled in universities around the world.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in American Academy Limassol
Ιmmersion English
The Immersion English program is suitable for students aged 11 years and the language level from the initial. It is an additional opportunity to learn the language and is combined with the main program.
- Duration from 3 months to 2 years.
- The price for one student is 25,000 € per year.
GCSE
GCSE (The General Certificate of Secondary Education) is a British study program that allows you to prepare for the passing of the secondary education examination. The certificate of completion of this course is recognized all over the world and gives the opportunity to enter the A-level or IB Diploma programs.
- The age of students is from 14 to 16 years.
- The level of English is from advanced.
- Duration - 2 years.
- The price for one student is 25,000 € per year.
Pre-A-level
The program for preparing for admission to the A-level is aimed at expanding academic knowledge and improving the level of English. The course includes the study of several subjects required for admission to the A-level at a high level. The study of English is combined with the subjects of the GCSE curriculum.
- The age of students is 16 years.
- The level of English is from the initial level.
- Duration - 1 year.
- The price for one student is 25,000 € per year.
A-level
A-level is the world-famous gold standard of British education. This course is aimed at preparing for entering universities around the world. Upon completion of the course, all students take an exam for the selected subjects and receive a certificate of education.
- The age of students is from 14 to 16 years.
- The level of English is from advanced.
- Duration - 2 years.
- The price for one student is 25,000 € per year.
Foundation
The Foundation program is aimed at preparing foreign students for admission to the English-speaking university. This course was accredited by the University of Greenwich. Students will expand their vocabulary, study specialized vocabulary and pass education in the chosen direction (business, economics and finance, law, political science and sociology, engineering faculties related to engineering, civil engineering, computer systems, electrical engineering and electronics, chemistry, physics, mathematics or biology).
Particular attention (80% of the time of education) in the program is given to special terms and academic English, which is much more complicated than conversational.
- The age of students is 18 years.
- The level of English is from the average.
- Duration - 1 year.
- The price for one student is 25,000 € per year.
Summer holidays in Cyprus with American Academy Limassol
The American Academy, in cooperation with the University of Nicosia, based on world practice and teaching experience, organized the International Summer School of the American Academy. It provides an opportunity to improve the level of the English language and to receive an unforgettable practical experience of communicating with students from around the world.
The course takes into account individual goals and desires, the initial level and the knowledge base of students. Highly qualified teachers will help in the study of the language and answer all questions. A feature of the course is the presence of a rich cultural and entertainment and sports program.
Students have the opportunity to visit the laboratories of the University of Nicosia on a weekly basis. Once a week, students attend university laboratories at the University of Nicosia. Also, students can take the Ariston Careers Test, specially designed for students, to help determine the choice of future profession.
The curriculum includes:
- 40 academic hours per week (grammar, reading, writing, spelling)
- Visual and audio program using computer and interactive tools.
The age of students is from 11 to 18 years.
The level of English is from the initial level.
Price per student:
- Two-week program - 1,600 €
- Four-week - 2,800 €.
Accommodation, meals, prices
The Academy has its own boarding school, where students can live comfortably. On the territory of the residence there is a beautiful garden where students can enjoy nature, a recreation area where it is nice to chat with friends, and an outdoor swimming pool. The building of the guesthouse is located just minutes from the academy, which allows students to use the equipment after classes and on weekends.
Students live in comfortable rooms with air conditioning and Internet access. Each room is designed for 2 people. All rooms have their own bathroom and a cozy balcony.
The school provides delicious four meals a day and weekly laundry services. Another plus of this accommodation option will be the complete safety of students - 24 hours a day on site.
Students who live in a boarding house are supervised by a personal mentor who monitors their progress and informs parents of the child's achievements.
Subjects and sports
Activities American Academy Limassol
The school pays attention not only to the educational, but also to the entertainment program. In the week students have the opportunity to enjoy the following sports:
- Basketball
- Football
- Handball
- Swimming
- Golf
- Volleyball
- Beach volleyball
- Tennis.
Also, at the request of the student, he can visit the excursion programs - they are aimed at acquaintance of students with the ancient history and fascinating culture of Cyprus. Students can visit the most interesting places:
- Monastery in Kykkos
- Royal Tombs
- An ancient Greco-Roman amphitheater in Curium and much more.
Advantages
Getting an education at the American Academy has several advantages:
- Education takes place in English
- Constant communication and development of English speech
- Acquaintance with traditions and culture of different nationalities
- Integration into European culture
- Living in a safe country
- Possibility of obtaining additional education
- A huge number of interesting activities and excursions
- Mild climate
- Wellness programs on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
Facilities and equipment at American Academy Limassol
The Academy has excellent infrastructure and equipment:
- Bright and cozy classrooms with the latest equipment
- Modern computer class with free Internet access
- Iso-studio
- Sports facilities, including a swimming pool.
Admission dates and extra charges
The cost of the educational program, including full boarding, for the year is 25,000 € per year.
The cost includes:
- Education
- Educational materials, stationery
- School Uniforms
- Transfers from / to the airport
- School Transportation
- Study tours of the program
- Accommodation (2 people in a room)
- Full board
- Extracurricular Activities
Additional paid:
- Registration fee
- Deposit confirming the place - 1,000 €
- Examination cards
- Payment of accommodation
- Family placement allowance in high season
- Food
- Compulsory health insurance
- Visa fees and services, translation and certification of documents
- Transfers
- Meeting / seeing off at the airport
- Additional lessons (optional)
- Additional leisure activities and excursions (optional)
- Pocket costs.
Extras:
- Transfer (return)
- Study materials
- Visa fees
- Flight tickets
- Medical insurance
- Consular fee
- Pocket money
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
Students from 2 to 18 years old with a low level of English proficiency take part in the education.
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about American Academy Limassol
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
