Before you start your journey
We are here to help you with any questions you have. It is natural to be a bit anxious about travelling to another country. We want your experience and preparation for studying to be as relaxed as possible. This is why you are welcome to contact the school at any time. We will help you with your concerns.
We want your Castle School experience to be calm and positive from the start. We want you to feel happy on your English course in Brighton.
Arriving in the UK
After you have gone through immigration and customs you will be in the airport Arrivals Hall. There are several possibilities for traveling to Brighton. You may take a bus, an over-ground train, an underground train or a taxi. Below, you will find directions from the two main London airports – Heathrow and Gatwick. There are also directions from two other airports, Luton and Stansted.
From Heathrow Airport to Brighton
By bus you can take the National Express coach directly to Pool Valley Bus/Coach Station in Brighton. By train you can take the London Underground to Victoria Station and then an over-ground train to Brighton Station. If you prefer a taxi, the school can arrange to collect you at the airport, as taxi’s are expensive, this must be organised prior to arrival.
From Gatwick Airport to Brighton
The easiest method is to take the train directly from the main line Gatwick Airport Train Station to Brighton Station. Alternatively, if you prefer a taxi, remember that taxis are expensive, but the school can arrange to collect you at the airport if this is organised in advance and confirmed by you.
Stansted & Luton Airports to Brighton
Traveling from Stansted Airport to Brighton, the most convenient option is to take the National Express Coach, whereas, from Luton Airport to Brighton, the recommended route involves first taking a shuttle bus from Luton Airport to Luton Train Station, and then boarding a train to Brighton Station.
At the accommodation
You will receive a warm, friendly and personal welcome from your Homestay provider. They will be able to give you all the information and support you need to get to the school on the first day of your English course in Brighton.
- For any enquiries, you can contact the school on 01273 748185 during office hours, Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 18:00
- In case of emergencies outside of these hours, please call the emergency number at 07440 552596
- You can also reach out via email at info@castle-school.co.uk
Your first day at school
We want you to enjoy the first day of your English course in Brighton. You will be welcomed by our friendly and professional team. You will feel as comfortable and relaxed as possible.
We need to place you in a class that will give you the best possible opportunity to learn English successfully. Our Placement Tests are carefully designed to help us select the best class for your individual learning needs. The test will take about 45 minutes. They test your speaking, listening, writing, reading, vocabulary and grammar. Don’t worry! The tests are friendly and supportive.
Please remember to bring your Passport and Visa (for registration), and a pen and paper.
I would recommend this school, which is not just a school but more like a big family in which you will feel at home!
Laura Lozé