The following sections cover details such as school facilities, academic questions, what is included in prices, general advice for students, visa information etc. The information can also be found in the agents manuals which are available for download in the agents area. If you have any additional questions or queries please contact us at the schools or on info@lalgroup.com.

SCHOOL FACTS

Name: LAL Cape Town
Address: 319 Main Road, Sea Point, 8005, Cape Town, South Africa

Tel:  +27 21 439 7410
Fax: +27 21 439 1222
Email: southafrica@lalgroup.com

Location
Set in the heart of fashionable Sea Point, the centre is just a short drive to the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain and City Centre, and only 2 minutes from the famous Clifton and Camps Bay beaches. The school is on Main Road, convenient for bus and taxi routes.

Recognized by
Licensed by the Department of Education. Founding member of ELTASA, the English Language Travel Association of South Africa.

Facilities of LAL Cape Town
• 24 Classrooms
• Language Laboratory
• Internet Room FREE ACCESS
• Video Room
• Library & TV Room + Video
• Tour Reservations Desk
• Swimming Pool
• Bar & Barbeque Area
• Student Lounge
• Pool Room
• Kitchen Facilities

Other information
• Private Day Centre with 24 classrooms, founded in 1993
• Teachers: Full time: 10, Part time 20.
• Maximum number of students: 180
• Average of students in summer (Nov-April): 100
• Average of students in winter (May to October): 40

Closing Dates in 2008: Jan 1, March 21 and 24, May 1, Aug 9, Sep 24, Dec 16, 25 and 26

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CLASS INFORMATION

Teaching Methodology
Our students want to be able to use English both accurately and fluently. Our methodology combines the best of traditional language teaching and the latest developments in teaching techniques. Students learn relevant language, which they can put to immediate practical use.

We teach the four fundamental language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking), with emphasis given according to the students’ needs. Carefully selected and individual fluency activities, such as role-plays, allow students to improve their pronunciation and speak with confidence in a wide variety of situations.

We also encourage students to develop effective learning strategies, which enable them to continue learning outside the classroom.

We offer students the opportunity to discuss their progress with their teachers regularly, and all students are encouraged to do appropriate homework, on a daily basis, to improve their language.

Our Teachers
LAL centres only employ teachers with a recognised teaching qualification such as the UCLES Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) or Trinity Certificate in teaching English to speakers of other languages. Many of our teachers also possess the RSA or Trinity Diploma and some a Masters degree in ESOL, EFL or Applied Linguistics, while others have a post-graduate certificate of education (PGCE).

Our Classes
We place importance on the students’ learning environment and therefore keep our class sizes small. We also attempt to have an appropriate balance of nationalities in each class.

Sample of the General English Course
1st Session
Grammar-based lesson using the relevant course book and supplementary material. Students learn the rules behind a particular grammar point and how to us it in spoken and written form.
2nd Session
Skills Based Lesson. One of the four skills is practiced in this session ie., writing, reading, speaking and listening and students get to use and practice the grammar points covered in the first session. Reading.

If the student has booked either the Intensive or Intensive English Plus course, their afternoon classes will place special emphasis on oral communication. The General English course provides an opportunity for the student to look at themes connected to their occupational, academic and personal interests.

First Mondays

Course Books
We give students a textbook appropriate for their level and age as part of their course, and recommend that students bring a dictionary. We give all students a certificate of attendance at the end of their course.

Headway or Murphy (Beginner)
Headway or Murphy (Elementary)
Headway or Murphy (Pre-Intermediate)
English Grammar in Use (Intermediate / Upper Intermediate)
Advanced English Grammar in Use (Advanced)
For details on the IELTS, TOEFL and CAMBRIDGE Examinations please contact LAL Cape Town.

Class Times
Group courses are provided in the morning and the Intensive English courses are both taken in the morning and afternoon:

Morning class
class 09:00 – 10:40
break 10:40 – 11:00
class 11:00 – 12:40

Afternoon class
class 13:30 – 14:20
No Break
class 14:20 – 15:10

Afternoon General English Classes
class 13:00 – 14:40
break 14:40 - 15:05
class 15:05 - 16:45

The times may vary when there is a weekday Public Holiday, as the time for the day lost will be made up as much as possible.

Class size
The maximum size for all adult courses at LAL Cape Town is only 10 students.
If a student is the only student enrolled on a particular course level, the student is offered a suitable alternative course.

Pricelists
• Our Prices show the cost of tuition and accommodation separately.
• Tuition prices are listed according to course type and include a registration fee
• Closed Group Young Learnerprices are also available upon request.

Included in the adult course tuition price:
• Registration Fee
• Arrival & Departure Transfer (if accommodation is booked through us)
• Tuition
• Tuition Materials (books loaned)
• Full assistance and welfare services
• Taxes (where applicable)

NOT included in the tuition price:
• Accommodation (see Accommodation Prices)
• Local transport (if required, is included in the accommodations fees though)
• Adult excursion programme
• Examination fees, if applicable

Please note
The fees shown in the brochure are GROSS, published prices. For commission rates, please contact the Central Marketing Office. Commission is payable on the full package price. Prices are quoted in Euros €, and a US dollar $ pricelist is also available on request.

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CITY INFORMATION

Location
Cape Town is located in the region of Western Cape at the Atlantic Ocean. It takes about 2 hours to get to the south to Cape of Good Hope and people often start to go on the famous Garden Route from Cape Town.
Population: 3 million (Cape Peninsula with Cape Town)

Transport
The best public transportation for our students is either the train system or the so-called "minibus" taxis (from 06:00 to 22:00). A one way trip will cost about R3.00 and is a cheap and efficient way of travelling. In South Africa driving is on the left.

Safety
Cape Town is a cosmopolitan city and on the whole generally safe. However, as with any major city, students should observe certain safety procedures, such as not travelling alone at night and to keep all valuables out of sight. Students are given full information on safety during their first day at centre.

Local Time
GMT + 2

Climate
Despite regional differences, South Africa's climate is generally mild throughout the year. Snowfall is limited to the highest mountain peaks. South Africa is on the whole, a dry country, and ranks high in the world as far as sunshine hours are concerned. The Cape Town region has a climate similar to the Mediterranean.

Spring (Sep-Nov) / Summer (Dec-Feb) / Autumn (Mar-May) / Winter (Jun-Aug)

TRAVELLER'S GUIDE ONLINE

Useful information of Cape Town and where to go:
www.cape-town.org
www.cape-town.info
www.capetourism.org
www.cape.info

Easy access to government information and services

For more information about South Africa click:
www.experiencesa.com, www.safrica.info, www.south-africa-travel.net

Responsible for the promotion of tourism to South Africa in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Scandinavia and Finland.

One of South Africa's leading news and information websites covering a wide variety of news, entertainment, sport, weather, money, computing, employment, chats, forums, health, leisure,...

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YOUNG LEARNERS PROGRAMME INFORMATION

Course Information
The first Monday of the course is regarded as information and introduction day and all students take the Placement test.

Every student will be issued with a card to be used as their identification during their stay. It will also provide important information concerning the name, address and telephone number of the student’s host family and emergency number of the school. Please ensure that your students are aware that they must carry their ‘Student Card’ at all times.

During the introductory morning the new students will be able to meet the key people involved in their stay such as the Activity Programme Manager, Welfare Assistants and Activity Staff and are shown the important, relevant aspects of the town i.e. Banks, Post Office, Bus Station, meeting points for the school, etc.

Procedures and Supervision
The activities take place both during the day and in the evenings, and are supervised and guided by our Activity Staff.

The Activity Staff are also available for the students to approach if they have any questions or problems of any nature (host families, illness, general information).

Activity Staff are responsible for the organisation and the welfare of the students in their particular group. The groups are generally of mixed nationalities in order to encourage the students to speak in English rather than their mother tongue and to make new friends and learn about other cultures.

Absentee Lists
Teaching staff will check attendance during lessons and Welfare if applicable, will establish the reasons for any absenteeism with the host family.

If the same student is absent without a valid reason for two days, the agency (or parents) will be informed.

Included in the Young Learner Programme package price
This programme includes full board residential accommodation, 16 English lessons per week, 4 half day tours per week, 2 full days tours per week (not to be included on days of arrival and departure), transportation to and from excursions, arrival and departure transfers.

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ADVICE FOR YOUNG LEARNERS

Laws of the country

All of these are offences for which the students can be arrested, and there is a strong possibility that the police may send students home to their country if they commit any crime.

School Rules

Advice to be given to students

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WORKERS
What are the main benefits of the new legislation?
It should take less time to obtain a work permit. You can obtain a work permit in South Africa and Permits are issued for longer (up to 3 years at a time)

Can I change my status in South Africa?
Yes, for example you can enter South Africa for vacation or study and apply for a work permit from within South Africa.

Do my family require permits as well?
Yes, each individual requires his/ her own permit.

Can my wife/husband automatically work if I have a work permit?
No, but they can apply for a work permit from within South Africa.

Do my children require study permits to attend centre and will these be issued automatically?
Yes, they do require study permits. Forms will have to be completed and an application lodged to obtain a study permit. They are normally granted for the same period as your permit.

Will it be easier to obtain a work permit?
Yes and no. It will take less time and it is possible to apply from South Africa but new requirements have been added. The penalties for non-compliance have increased and employers also have an obligation to report back if an employee leaves their service whilst the permit is still valid.

Is the choice simple with regard to the permit I require?
The new legislation offers a multitude of permits, which requires in-depth study to ascertain the best choice in your circumstances. Short and long-term plans will play an important role in determining the best category to apply for a permit.

Will I be fined if I forget to extend my permit or obtain the right permit?
Yes you probably will, and you may gain a criminal record.

Will I be deported if I forget to extend my work permit?
Yes, you probably will

Will I have the right to appeal?
Yes, South Africa applies the rules of natural justice and fair administrative procedure. You have the right to be heard.

What will happen to my employer?
He will face criminal charges if he continues to employ you after the expiry of your work permit.

What happens to my work permit when I change employment?
It becomes null and void.

Can my work permit application be refused?
Yes, but you have the right to know the reasons for the decision and may appeal.

Can I take my salary out of the country if I worked without a work permit?
No, the banks will not allow such transfer if you are unable to prove you worked in South Africa legally.

Will I be forced to apply for permanent residence after a number of years in South Africa?
No

Once I become a permanent resident, can I loose it again?
Yes, under certain conditions such as an absence of 3 years or longer from South Africa.

July 2003
Copyright Pricewaterhouse Coopers Tax Advisory Services (Pty) Limited. All rights reserved. This booklet may not be reproduced in part or as a whole, or redistributed by any means whatsoever, without the express permission of
Pricewaterhouse Coopers Tax Advisory Services (Pty) Limited. Linda Lamprecht, Tax and Legal Services, cape Town South Africa

Schedule C
Countries Whose Nationals Are Exempt From Visas

1. The citizens of the foreign countries listed in the relevant items of this Schedule are not required to hold a visa in order to report for an examination to a port of entry, subject to the terms and conditions set out in this Schedule, including inter alia the intended period of stay in the Republic.
2. The holder of a South African passport, travel document and document for travel purposes are not required to hold a visa to enter the Republic.
3. (a) holder of passports of
- Australia
- the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland,
- the British Islands Bailiwick of Guernsey and Jersey, Isle of Man and Virgin Islands,
- the Republic of Ireland, and
- British Overseas Territories
does not require a visa.
(b) national of the British Dependent Territories, including Anguilla,
Bermuda, British Antarctic Territory, British Indian Ocean Territory, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Montserrat, Pitcairn, Henderson, Cucie and Oeno Islands, the Sovereign Base Area of Akrotiri and Dhekelia and the Turks and Caicos Islands is required to hold a visa.
4. The holder of a passport of the following countries is not required to hold a visa in respect of purposes for which a visitor's permit may be issued for an intended stay of 90 days or less and when in transit
Andorra, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Paraguay, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, Spain, St Vincent & the Grenadines, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan (Republic of China), Uruguay, Venezuela, United States of America
5. The holder of a passport of the following countries is not required to hold a visa in respect of purposes for which a visitor's permit may be issued for an intended stay of 30 days or less and when in transit.
Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Bolivia, Cape Verde, Costa Rica, Cyprus(provided that diplomatic and official passport holders are exempt for an up to 90 day stay), Gabon, Guyana, Hong Kong(: only with regard to holders of Hong Kong British National-Overseas passports and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passports), Hungary (provided that diplomatic and official passport holders are exempt for an up to 120 day stay), Jordan, Lesotho, Macau (only with regard to holders of Macau Special Administrative Region passports (MSAR)), Malaysia, Malawi, Maldives, Mauritius, Namibia, Poland, Peru, Seychelles, Slovak Republic, South Korea, Swaziland, Thailand, Turkey, Zambia, Zimbabwe(: only in respect of government Officials, including police on cross border investigation)
6. Holders of diplomatic and official passports of the following countries do not require visas in respect of purposes for which a visitor's permit may be issued for an intended stay of 90 days or less and transit.
Egypt, Malta, Morocco, Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Tunisia
7. Notwithstanding this Schedule, a foreigner whose visa exemptions have been withdrawn shall comply with visa requirement until notified by the Department that his or her visa exemption has been re-instituted by the Department on petition or of its own accord.
8. Visas are not required by passport holders of Lesotho, Swaziland, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Malawi who are entering the Republic as commercial heavy-duty vehicle drivers provided their visits do not exceed 15 days and on condition that they can produce a letter confirming their employment with a transport company on entry.
9. Staff members of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) who travel on SADC laissez-passers are exempt from visa requirements for bona fide official business visits of up to 90 days and transit.
10. Holders of United Nations (UN) laissez-passer are exempt from visa requirements when visiting the Republic for periods not exceeding 90 days for purposes for which a visitor's permit may be issued, and for official business purposes and transits and when accredited for placement at a UN mission in the Republic for the duration of their accreditation. Volunteers attached to UN agencies and travelling on ordinary passports are exempt from visa requirements, provided that they are in possession of the relevant letters or identification documents to identify themselves at ports of entry as personnel of a UN agency.

Schedule D
Countries Whose Nationals Are Subject To Visa Fees
Fees for the issuance of a visa shall be collected in respect of passport holders of the following foreign countries

Aden, Afghanistan, Albania, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Armenia, Aruba, Ascension, Azerbaijan, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bahrain, Belarus, Belau (Palau), Belgium, Belize*, Byelorussia, Benin (Dahomey)*, Bhutan, Bosnia/Herzegovina, Bouvet Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burma (Myanmar), Burundi, Cambodia (Kampuchea), Cameroon, Canada Central African Republic, Chad, China (People's Republic), Comoros, Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Croatia, Cuba, Denmark, Dahomey (Benin), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Diego Garcia, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Eastern Caribbean, El Salvador, Ellice Island (Tuvalu), Equatorial Guinea*, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Finland, France, French Guiana, French Polynesia, Gabon*, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Gilbert Island(Kiribati), Greece, Greenland, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guam, Guatemala, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong*, Iceland, Indonesia, Iran (Persia), Iraq, Italy, Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire), Jamaica, Japan, Kampuchea (Cambodia), Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kirghizstan, Kiribati (Gilbert Island), Korea (People's Republic/North), Korea (Republic of/South)*, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malaysia*, Mali, Martinique, Marshall Island, Mauritania, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldavia, Monaco, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar (Burma), Nauru, Nepal, Netherlands (Kingdom of), Netherlands Antilles, New Guinea, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Northern Marianas, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palaci, Palau (Belau), Panama, Papua New Guinea, Persia (Iran), Philippines*, Pitcairn Islands, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Reunion, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda, San Marino, Sao Tome & Principe, Saudi Arabia, Sicily, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovenia, Somalia, Spain, Sri Lanka, St Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla, St Lucia, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand*, Tibet, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tristan da Cunha, Tunisia, Turkey*, Turkmenistan, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tuvalu (Ellice Islands), Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City, Venezuela, Vietnam, Western Sahara, Yemen (Arab Republic of), Yemen (People's Republic of ), Yugoslavia (Federal Republic of),

* In respect of visits intended to exceed thirty days.

Schedule G
FEES
1. The Department may levy fees in respect of the applications for permits, certificates, visas or other services in terms of the provisions of the Act, as set out in the following table. Fee exacted outside the Republic shall be paid in the legal tender of the foreign country concerned.
2. The amounts are amended every year in April .