Live & learn Arabic in Rabat
for mature teenagers looking to study with older international students with very limited supervision after classes

PROGRAM CHECKLIST:
ARABIC FOR TEENAGERS AGED 16 +

>> Dates 2009
(All Year) study for as many weeks as you wish / for all Arabic language levels / with a mix of older international students
>> Unsupervised Program (Level - NONE)
Unsupervised program / including meals / no curfews / study & live with older students / emergency & pre departure support
>> Options
Airport transfers (arrival Sunday - departure Saturday) / insurance

Rabat is the capital of the Kingdom of Morocco.

The society of Rabat is comprised of Sunni Muslims of Arab, Berber decent, and a mixed group of Arab-Berber groups. Arabic is the local native language of the region.

Rabat has been loyal to its age-old traditions and cultures, not only in lifestyles, but in its architectural style. Rabat have managed to modernize without losing the richness and beauty of the past and is a quiet and safe city without the hustle of the larger cities.

Due to Rabat's central location, it is perfectly located to allow students to explore other great Moroccan cities at the weekends. Casablanca and the Imperial Moroccan capitals of Meknes, Marrakech, and Fes are within easy reach by bus or train.

Our school is an oasis within the city of Rabat. Located in the up scale neighborhood of Souissi, it is a 10 minute ride by taxi to the center of the city and the Medina.

Housed in a spacious (4,000 sq ft) facility and enclosed within it's own tranquil garden, our school offers plenty of study space and offers the student a place for quiet study or reflection, away from the every day hustle and bustle of city life in Morocco.

The school building is an architects dream, combining new architectural style with old. Each room offers a different feeling with moroccan mosaics decorating the walls or ceilings, off setting the new hardwood floors and carpets. The school offers AC throughout. The school garden is the perfect place to relax between or after classes and our students really enjoy this tranquil oasis.

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IMPORTANT: This program is designed for very mature, age 16+ students; for well-traveled, independent thinking teenagers- who enjoy and can handle NO supervision; can mix and study with adult students, travel to/from school alone, after class and on the weekends.

A dress code is required for both males and females at school: shirts should have sleeves, no exposed mid driffs or underwear, knees should be covered.

Choose between these course options:

Colloquial Moroccan Arabic (CMA) Courses:
Standard: 4 lessons daily (20 lessons per week)
Intensive: 6 lessons daily (30 lessons per week)
Private: choice of 4/6 private lessons daily

Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) Courses:
Standard: 4 group lessons daily (20 lessons per week)
Intensive: 6 group lessons daily (30 lessons per week)
Private: choice of 4/6 private lessons daily

On the first day of school a placement test is administered to determine the student's level of Spanish. This way, students can start lessons straight away after they have been placed at the appropriate level. If a student is an absolute beginner, they do not have to take a test, and they can start lessons immediately.

After classes are over for the day, our program allows the student plenty of time for cultural and social activities. Our Arabic courses are supplemented with a wide variety of fascinating opportunities to learn about Arab and Moroccan culture including 4 afternoon activities per week.

The various activities could include: Lectures on Moroccan or Arab culture, video showings of Arabic films, school bbq in garden, bowling, visits to Maamore forest, Exotic Gardens, madina souks, the Oudaya, Hasaan Tower, the Royal Palace, Museum of Art, Medina and perhaps a boat trip on the Bou regreg (river). These activities are conducted in both Arabic and English.

Excursions at the weekends: (examples could include):
> The historic city of Fez
> Meknes a UNESCO world heritage site
> Kenitra only one hour by train
> The famous city of Volubilis with it's roman ruins
> Casablanca only 50 Minutes by train

School Residence: (private room, breakfast Monday - Friday)

Our school residences are located on or off-campus. The rooms are large, nicely decorated with upgraded bathroom facilities. Students will be expected to live to a code of conduct set out by our school. This accommodation includes 24 hour security and has lots of amenities all within a 10- minute walk. The building is fully air-conditioned; school garden & terrace can be used as well as high-speed internet access. There is a cleaning service. Breakfast is included Monday through Friday, self-catering at the weekends. Students have access to a large kitchen to prepare meals.

Booking a program online is easy using our ONLINE SECURE PAYMENT METHOD
(scroll up to the top right of this page and follow the steps)

The following is required for enrollment in a program and must be signed by the parents or legal guardians of the teenager, students may only enroll directly if 18 or older.

A non-refundable deposit of $300.00
A completed enrollment form (N/A if booking online)
A Teenager under age waiver form
We must be informed of any health conditions requiring special attention or special diets

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