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Brighton: local information
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School facts:
- Class size max 16 (12 exam classes)
- Number of students 300
- Number of teachers 28 - 40
- Minimum student age 16
- Average student age 23
- Internet There are 50 computers solely for students' use in the library and the internet room; there is also wireless internet access throughout the school.
- Facilities Library; computer room; cafeteria serving hot food (always with vegetarian and Halal options); shop selling snacks and basic provisions; barista cart selling premium coffees and pastries; exam hall which can also be used for social events; student common room with large plasma TV; interactive whiteboards.
- Accessibility Accessible to those in wheelchairs. Visual and hearing impaired students can generally be accommodated, but please notify us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
- Exams Embassy Brighton is an IELTS testing centre, so you can take your IELTS exam in this school.
- Nearest bus stop: 5 minutes' walk
- Nearest shopping centre: 10 minutes' walk
- Nearest bank: 10 minutes' walk
- Nearest post office: 10 minutes' walk
- Nearest mosque: 15 minutes' walk
- Nearest church: 5 minutes' walk
- Nearest newsagent: 5 minutes' walk
- Nearest café/restaurants: 5 minutes' walk
- Nearest supermarket: 5 minutes' walk
- Nearest park: 5 minutes' walk
Cost of Living
We currently advise that students should budget approximately GB £250 per week. This will cover all transport, food and entertainment costs.
A few sample prices (all in GB £):
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Item | Price |
| A cup of coffee (in a chain like Starbucks) | 2.50 – 2.70 |
| Can of Coca Cola | 0.65 |
| Big Mac hamburger | 1.99 |
| Hot meal in the school cafeteria with side salad, main course and dessert | 3.00 |
| Three course meal in a mid range restaurant | from 15.00. Add 10% tip. |
| Cinema ticket | 6.00 to 8.00 |
| Nightclub entrance | 5.00 – 15.00 |
| Taxi | 2.30 minimum and 20p for each additional minute (approx); more at night and weekends. It is usual to add a 10% or 15% tip. |
| Bus | 1.30 for a single trip within city centre; 1.60 for single trip beyond centre; 3.50 for one day unlimited bus travel; 16.00 for weekly ticket; one-month, three-month and 12-month passes also available. |
| Train | Train fares vary depending on the time of day, but it is possible to buy a return ticket to London Victoria station from GBP 13.50 (the usual price is approx 19.00, but avoid the rush hour, as prices rise). |
(information last updated July 2008)
Prices are in GB £. Access a currency converter here.
Download our Brighton Student Handbook [PDF] for lots more information.
How to reach Embassy Brighton
From London Victoria: Take any train to Brighton station – these usually depart from platform 18 or 19, on the extreme right of Victoria station beyond the departures display board. During peak times they depart at least twice an hour. Direct trains take approximately 50 minutes and only stop at major stations.
From Brighton station: Our school is right behind the station, three minutes' walk away. Turn left when you come out of the ticket barriers, and walk between them and the WH Smith shop. You will see a walkway alongside the tracks. Walk along it to the back of the station and then between the carpark and the Jurys Inn hotel. Our school is the big building behind the hotel (look for the Embassy sign).
By bus: Take one of the many buses to Brighton Station and then follow the directions above. The most frequent bus is the number 7, which runs every few minutes between Brighton Marina at the East end of the city and Hove at the West end, and stops along the route at North Street, Churchill Square and many other places.
Other buses stopping at the station are 6, 8, 12, 14, 21, 27, 37, 47, 52, 57, 59, 77, 78, 79, 8, 81A, and at night, N7 and N99.
By foot from the centre of Brighton: From the clocktower outside the large chemist, Boots, walk straight along Queen's Road for five to ten minutes. Brighton Station is at the end of Queen's Road; from there, follow the directions above.
(information last updated July 2008)
Links:
National Express The UK's largest coach company - visit their website to plan your journey and book tickets. Try the Funfares page for bargain tickets from GB £1.00.
National Rail Independent website featuring a journey planner, live station departure boards and information on service alterations, railcards and train companies.
The Train Line This website features a booking facility for trains, hotels and short holidays.
BAA Airports Official website for all UK airports - contains flight and terminal information, travel guides, and details on shopping and eating at the airports.
Megabus and Megatrain Bargain travel company offering train and coach seats from GB £1.50 - book in advance for lower prices.
Brighton & Hove Bus and Coach Company Timetables, a booking facility, maps and company information.
Streamline taxis Brighton's reliable local taxi firm.
Brighton facts
Hottest month July and August 71 - 90° F. Bring: summer clothes such as t-shirts, shorts and sandals, but be prepared for colder days, and even rain, with sweaters, light coats and jeans.
Coldest month January, 32 - 44 ° F. Bring: warm clothes, including sweaters, jeans, an outdoor coat or jacket, hat, scarf, gloves and good boots. Expect frequent rain, with a possibility of light snow.
Weather now Five-day forecast from the BBC
Time zone GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
Time now World Clock
Best known for a vibrant nightlife; tolerance towards alternative lifestyles; its beach; the Pavilion; Regency architecture; its status as 'London by the Sea'; its annual arts festival; the movies Brighton Rock and Quadrophenia; celebrity residents including Nick Cave, Norman Cook [Fatboy Slim] and Cate Blanchett.
