This is for you if you want to learn English in a relaxed, non-classroom environment and you would like to know more about English culture and history. Based on a carefully-designed in-house syllabus and materials, Cultural Experience offers an alternative and unique way to increase your confidence in speaking and listening and to improve your vocabulary on a wide range of topics not generally covered in classroom-based lessons.
Elke (68 years) from Germany (May 2019) said:
'At the beginning of the week I could not understand the museum information- today (in Exeter Cathedral) I read and understood about Scott of the Antarctic!". Here is Elke's testimonial.
Lessons are taught outside the school and all transport is in our very own hybrid Outlander vehicle, driven by our teacher, so learning takes place from the beginning to the end of your outing. For a sample programme click here- please note that the programme varies depending on the season and any specific interests you may have.
If you only have 1 week available, this course is ideal for you and will ensure you make the most of your time with us. If you are coming for longer, we recommend you combine this course with one of our other programmes.
Cultural Experience in action- click here!

English in Totnes
Gate House, 2 High St, Totnes, United Kingdom TQ9 5RZ
High School Programme
South Devon Steiner School
We are delighted to be the sole recruiter of international students for the South Devon Steiner School in Dartington, Totnes.
We currently offer up to 6 months high school attendance with accommodation in our carefully-selected homestays, with students under the English in Totnes provision of pastoral care and welfare. Please note we are not currently claiming British Council accreditation for this initiative.
Start your journey with us into a new academic life!


Course details
Available start dates:
We offer a 1 week induction on arrival for all our high school programmes to cover academic English and study skills, and orientation, as well as weekly English coaching.
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Maximum 6 months stay (24 weeks)
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Age range 15-19 years
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Term dates include half-term holidays. You are welcome to book additional English classes at EiT if you would like to- contact us to discuss.
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Please contact us if you would like to book individual packages.
1. Option 1
Summer term 2022
Tuition
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Tuesday 19th April-Friday 22 April
Academic induction course at English in Totnes
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Monday 25th April - Friday 15th July
Summer term at South Devon Steiner School with one hour per week English support from EiT staff
Homestay
Single room, full board in a carefully-selected local family registered as foster parents from Sunday 17th April to Sunday 17th July
Total price (including registration fee, academic induction course, Steiner term fees and homestay): £7047
2. Option 2
Autumn/spring term 2022-2023
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Tuesday 30th August - Tuesday 6 September
Academic induction course at English in Totnes
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Wednesday 7 September - 14th December
Autumn/spring term at South Devon Steiner School with one hour per week English support from EiT staff
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5th January 2023 - Friday 10th February 2023
Homestay
Single room, full board in a carefully-selected local family registered as foster parents from Sunday 28th August 2022 to Sunday 12th February 2023
Total price (including registration fee, academic induction course, Steiner term fees and homestay): £13079
3. Option 3
Spring/ Summer term 2023
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Monday 13th February 2023- Friday 17th February 2023
Academic induction course at English in Totnes
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Monday 20th February 2023 - 14th July 2023
Spring/summer term at South Devon Steiner School with one hour per week English support from EiT staff
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5th January 2023 - Friday 10th February 2023
Homestay
Single room, full board in a carefully-selected local family registered as foster parents from Sunday 12th February to Sunday 16th July 2023
Total price (including registration fee, academic induction course, Steiner term fees and homestay): £11626
Further information
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South Devon Steiner School offers the prestigious international Level 3 qualification of NZCSE (New Zealand Certificate for Steiner Education). You can accrue points towards this qualification during your stay here which you can use when applying for further education. Or if you currently attend a Steiner School which offers this qualification, you can take the points gained during your course in the UK and add them to your total.
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For a look around the South Devon Steiner School, click here.