Excellent student support - before, during and after your course

Our multi-lingual customer service team can advise you on the best course and location to suit your needs and help answer any questions you may have.
Our dedicated accommodation services team help to organise your living arrangements, whether you choose homestay accommodation, self-catering, residential, hotel or guesthouse.
Once you have booked your course, you will have access to our student e-zone, which will help you prepare for all aspects of your study experience from finding out more about the location and centre to accessing online language practice exercises and the Bell student newsletter.
On arrival our academic and student services teams help you get the most from your study experience. We have an open door policy, which means students can speak to any member of staff at any time. We also have a 24 hour emergency helpline so you can get help at any hour of the day.
On departure we offer practical advice on how to continue improving your English. Further support is also available at Bell English Online which offers free access to over 300 language activities. You can also stay connected to the friends you make during your stay at Bell Connections.

Bedgebury attractions

Bedgebury is situated in Kent, an area of outstanding natural beauty, surrounded by attractive villages and towns. Royal Tunbridge Wells, a historic spa town, well-known for its beautiful architecture, restaurants and shops, is only 20 minutes away, while Hastings, a cosmopolitan coastal resort is just 30 minutes by train. London is easily accessible and there are also plenty of activities on offer in and around the extensive grounds of the Bedgebury estate.
Bedgebury estate – Generous facilities for sports and activities are available within the Bedgebury grounds. From tennis and football to kayaking and abseiling, there’s plenty for students to do in these beautiful surroundings. Next door, the tranquil Bedgebury Pinetum has a world-leading collection of conifers and an exciting treetop obstacle course.
Tunbridge Wells – Royal Tunbridge Wells has been attracting visitors for 400 years, since the chance discovery of the Chalybeate Spring by a young nobleman in 1606. The spa resort that developed here reached its height during the Regency period, giving large parts of the town beautiful architecture and lovely parkland. The Pantiles, an elegant colonnaded parade of shops is an icon of Georgian times and today is full of interesting boutiques and antique shops, open-air cafés, bars and restaurants.
Hastings – A pretty coastal resort, Hastings combines a fun day at the English seaside with several historic sights. Discover Regency architecture in Pelham Crescent by the castle ruins, 15th century timber-framed houses in All Saints Street and local history in the Fisherman’s Museum and Shipwreck Heritage Centre. Don’t forget to sample some fish and chips while you are here, a classic British meal.
Other places of interest – Kent has many castles and stately homes which make a great day out and introduction to British history. Hever Castle, Leeds Castle and Chartwell (Winston Churchill’s home) are among the many recommended sight

UK trips

As part of your Bell experience you receive two free trips every two weeks and some of these will be to destinations around the UK, such as Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton and Canterbury. If you’d like to explore further, our Student Services Executive will be happy to help.

Enrolment & Tuition Fees

Full fees are due 6 weeks before your course begins, or at time of booking if less than 6 weeks before the start.
If you book your course less than six weeks before it starts, you must pay all fees due at the time of booking.
Please note that the deposit of £215 is non-refundable and this includes the registration fee
You are responsible for ensuring that the fees are paid in full.
We cannot guarantee to hold your course / accommodation unless all fees are paid in full.
For certain long-stay bookings (eg. University Foundation Programme), payment can be made term by term. If you receive separate invoices for each term you may pay according to the due date on each invoice.
If full fees have not been received, leaving certificates will not be issued.

Course Bookings

We reserve the right to change course arrangements and prices if necessary. Please note that all courses are run subject to demand.
Once the course has started, we reserve the right to move students to another class more appropriate for their language level.
Tuition prices include:
All course tuition (plus talks by visiting speakers where applicable). Use of Bell study centres including complete access to audio, DVD and video libraries, all practice and test materials, books and Bell stationery. Use of Bell multimedia centres including free access to Bell Online, and free on-site internet and email access. Core social programme including regular weekday activities, arrival orientation tour, and at least one fullday and one half-day/evening trip every two weeks (additional paid trips and activities are offered at each centre)
Activities and trips that are offered as part of a published course programme. Additional activities and trips that are offered on public holidays when no classes are running. Bell entry tests and end of course certificate, Use of Bell’s sports and social amenities, Advice and support from Bell staff. Travel insurance. University Foundation Programme: visits to universities, one IELTS test fee, and English language and academic textbooks. English for Professionals courses: free meeting room hire (subject to availability). Transfers between UK centres (if booked in advance and part of a multi-centre course booking)
Tuition prices do not include:
Accommodation. Additional trips and activities outside the published inclusive social programme or course programme. Entrance fees to tourist attractions (eg. theatre tickets) unless specified in published course programme. Airport transfers - these can be arranged at an additional cost. Exam entrance fees (except one IELTS test provided on the University Foundation Programme and one FCE exam on the Summer FCE Exam Preparation) Bank charges for payments made by bank transfer. Classes on public holidays, or supplemental tuition to make up for missed classes on public holidays. A non-refundable Bell registration fee

Cancellations before the course start date

Notice of cancellation must be made in writing. Failure to provide written notification will result in charges being incurred.
If you cancel your course more than 4 weeks before arrival, we retain your deposit and registration fee.
If you cancel less than four weeks before your course starts, we also charge one week’s tuition fees.
If you cancel less than one week before your course starts, we will also charge one week’s accommodation fees if you have booked Homestay, or two weeks’ accommodation fees if you have booked residential.

Changes to confirmed bookings

Please note that all changes to confirmed bookings are subject to a £70 administration fee, with the exception of extensions to your course, or booking additional courses.

Course fees

If you decide to leave before the end of your period of study, or downgrade to a less expensive course, you will not be entitled to a refund of tuition fees. In exceptional circumstances a credit note may be offered.
Any credits on an account must be used within 12 months of the end of the course. Transfers of fees to other students are not allowed.
If you have a visa issued under Tier 4 of the Points Based System (General Student Visa or Child Student Visa) and leave before the end of your course, we are required to inform the UK Border Agency.

Accommodation

Please note that all changes to confirmed bookings are subject to a £70 administration fee, with the exception of extensions to your course, or booking additional courses.

Refund

Any refunds must be made in the same way and to the same source as the original payment. Fees paid by bank transfer must be refunded to the same account. Fees paid by credit card must be refunded to the same card.