Positively Languages English School Manchester Guide 2026

ACCOMMODATION IN MANCHESTER

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HEALTH & SAFETY MEDICAL INSURANCE: All students must have

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within the UK legal framework and criteria of our educational oversight and accrediting bodies. We endeavor to ensure a safe, positive and pleasant study and home environment for all students. We show an additional duty of care towards our students who are legally minors, monitoring them more closely than other students and requesting all parents or legal guardians of Under 18s to sign a Parent/Legal Guardian Consent Form. • All Positively Languages staff and hosts adhere to our Safeguarding Policy, which includes training and regular guidance • All staff and hosts in regular contact with Under 18s are subject to rigorous recruitment procedures and necessary police checks • Each Positively school has a named contact person for Under 18s who meets the students on a regular basis, explains the legal status of Under 18s, monitors any accommodation issues and liaises with the homestay and students’ parents if necessary • We ensure there are activities in the school which are suitable for Under 18s to participate in and inform Under 18s about learning and socializing outside of the classroom

medical insurance for the duration of their stay in the UK. You need to organize your own medical insurance before you travel. Positively Languages does not offer travel and medical insurance in the UK, but you can either use the link on the Positively Languages website to book travel and medical insurance directly with an insurance provider, or can choose your own. IF YOU GET SICK: If you fall ill while in the UK you should visit a doctor. You can ask the Student Services Manager or your host where the nearest doctor is. If you have a minor illness you can ask staff at a local pharmacy for advice. Remember to bring any relevant insurance or medical documentation with you. You may need to register with a local doctor. PROTECTING YOUR BELONGINGS: We strongly recommend you take out insurance for your personal belongings, especially cameras, mobile phones and laptops. Personal items cannot be covered by Positively Languages homestay or residence insurance. UNDER 18 STATEMENT: Positively Languages recognizes its responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of students aged under 18,

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VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED? Yes, 3 nights maximum. All visitors must sign in and out at reception daily SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE? No, outside in the designated smoking area only NOISE RESTRICTIONS? Yes, after 23:00 24-HOUR SECURITY? Yes, an out of hours team is available on site ROOM CLEANING: On arrival only LINEN CHANGING: On arrival only MINIMUM AGE: Over 18s only AVAILABILITY: From 30/08/2025 to 06/09/2026 MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS: One week CHECK-IN: From 16:00 on Saturdays and anytime on Sundays. CHECK-OUT: On Saturdays by 10:00 ROOM DEPOSIT? No, but all students must sign a Code of Conduct on their first day

ADDRESS: First Street, 13 Jack Rosenthal Street, Manchester, M15 4FN ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Private studio rooms with kitchenette and ensuite bathroom BEDROOM: Small double bed, wardrobe, desk, chair, mirror, lamp, storage and ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet and sink. All bedding is provided and included in the price. Towels and hairdryers are not provided KITCHEN: Oven / hob / microwave, fridge, freezer and all crockery and utensils provided SERVICES: Wi-Fi, laundry room (£2.80 per wash and £3.50 per dry) FACILITIES: Gym, picnic area, bike room, café, grab and go breakfast. Toaster is available at the breakfast bar between 7:00 and 10:00 all week. There is access to a 24-hour coffee machine which supplies hot water. Use of an iron and ironing board can be requested from reception LANDMARKS NEARBY: John Rylands Library, Media City, Old Trafford and Etihad football stadiums

MEDICAL COSTS Medical costs are at the discretion of your local doctor or hospital. Minimum medical costs are as follows: CONSULTATION WITH A DOCTOR: £40 PRESCRIPTIONS AT A CHEMIST: £9.90 per item DENTAL TREATMENT: £50 EYE TEST OR NEW GLASSES: £50

EMERGENCY SERVICES Call 999 in case of fire, medical emergency or if you need the police Call 111 for non urgent medical advice

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