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5 Traditional British Foods You Should Try When You Learn English in the UK
Despite its poor reputation, the UK is actually a fantastic place to visit and to try new dishes. In this blog post we list the top 5 ‘traditional’ meals we think you should try when you’re studying English in Britain.
The Importance Of Etiquette
From an early age, we are taught about the importance of ‘good etiquette’. We’re taught to be polite, to be considerate, to eat properly, walk correctly, talk in a certain way. But what is etiquette, what is it for and how can it help you learn a language?
How does learning a new language improve your brain?
How does learning a language physically shape our brains? Read our latest blog post to find out how learning a language is like going to a gym… for your brain!
How To Choose The Right English Language School
We know that choosing a language school requires careful research and there are some crucial factors to consider before you select a specific school. In this blog post we offer some of the most important considerations before you choose a language school....
Summer 2016 was super!
We would like to start 2017 with a short review of one of our most successful years recently. 2016 as a fantastic summer for us, and we hope the students, agents and staff all agree. Firstly, we welcomed a very wide range of nationalities last summer. During 1 week...
The highest standards of ELT professional development at IATEFL
See it online here The bad news is that none of the MC directors or teachers can attend IATEFL this year. But the good news, is that like the past few years, much of it can be watched online. It is not as much fun, but there is still a lot to be learnt. The range of...
Remembering the 2015 experience. Expecting new 2016 experiences.
We welcome 2016 with lots of exciting news for this coming year, and with reviews from a very successful 2015. We began 2015, as many students and staff know, with plans to celebrate our 45 years of history. We introduced a new temporary logo to incorporate the UK...
Cisco’s story, from student to staff, and his love of language
The Friend`s English It has been about nine years since I first came to the United Kingdom. This is the fifth time that I come to this country, my first as a member of staff for Manor Courses. The most amazing thing is that I am having as much fun and learn just as...
A little look at our Lessons
We are proud of the variety of lessons, topics and target language that are in place in the English programme. And some of the work the students create is always entertaining. New classes will begin tomorrow, yesterday we had our last big groups arrive. This morning...
14th July 2015…so much going on as we near the end of week 1
Today we celebrated many things. Traditionally this date is a French celebration and we know our French students have enjoyed some Bastille Day festivities, and may do so again later tonight. But this year Manor Courses also celebrate our 45th anniversary....
