Worcester - the perfect place to study!
Worcester is a beautiful cathedral city of 95,000 people. It is located in the centre of England, 40 km south of Birmingham and 150 km north-west of London. It is the perfect place to study English because...
Reasons for choosing Worcester!
- It is big enough to have everything you need but small enough to get to know easily.
- It is a safe, friendly city with a clear neutral accent.
- The centre is compact which means the homestays are not too far away from the school.
- Kingsway is the only permanent EFL school in Worcester so our students are welcomed as valuable and interesting visitors.
- It is so easy to get to – just 2 hours from London or 30 minutes from Birmingham. We will meet you by car if you wish.
Worcester Facts
- Worcester is situated on the River Severn, the longest river in Britain.
- The cathedral dates from the 11th century and contains the tomb of King John who signed the Magna Carta in 1215.
- Oliver Cromwell defeated Prince Charles (son of the executed King Charles 1) at the Battle of Worcester in 1651.
- The famous British composer, Edward Elgar, was born in Worcester.
- The world famous Royal Worcester porcelain factory is in the city and has amazing bargains in its “seconds shop” (not perfect quality but only an expert would know!)
- The world famous Worcestershire Sauce is still made at the Lea & Perrins factory in the city.
- The world famous Morgan car factory is in Malvern – close to Worcester. Kingsway can often arrange tours of the factory.
