CATS College

CATS College is an independent private college for international students, founded in 1952 and located in three cities - Canterbury, Cambridge and London. The college helps students prepare for university entrance. CATS College prides itself on more than 60 years of experience in supporting international English students.

Cambridge:

• the city has one of the most prestigious universities in the world - Cambridge University
• every fourth Cambridge resident is a student, which creates an excellent learning atmosphere in the city
• 45 minutes’ drive to London

DIRECTOR (stand 2023)

Dominic Tomalin, Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences and Masters’ degrees in Economics and Education. 

KEY FACTORS

• From the first days, a team of university entry specialists begins working with CATS students to ensure admission to the most prestigious universities.
• Qualified teachers help students gain the necessary English skills for successful study at the university.
• 90% of CATS students live in secure student residences with all amenities.
• Based on the results of the Independent School Inspection (ISI) audit, CATS earned an Excellent degree in all areas.

EQUIPMENT

Cambridge is known to everyone as a university city. Only one fact - at present most of the Nobel Prize winners live in Cambridge than in any other place - it already gives a clear idea of ​​the special scientific and academic atmosphere that permeates every stone in this unusual city.

PROGRAMS

GCSE

Age: 14+
English level: IELTS 4.0+
Duration of the program: 6 or 5 semesters
Start dates: September, January

The GCSE course is suitable for children from 14 years of age and older who want to enrol in A Level or International Baccalaureate programs, but have not reached the required age or whose level of English is not high enough. The preparation program for admission to any school curriculum.

• Guaranteed transition to A-Level, IB, Pre-U upon successful completion of the course
• Students study 7-10 subjects.

Pre-A-level

Age: 15+
English level: IELTS 4.0+
Duration of the program: 3 or 2 semesters
Start dates: September, January

1 academic year during which students study English and 7-10 academic disciplines; Designed for students whose English is not high enough to start studying at A Level, IB programs. -7-10 subjects are studied for 1-3 semesters.

• Guaranteed admission to A-level, international undergraduate, Cambridge Pre-U or University Foundation upon successful completion of this program.
• Provides an excellent foundation for continuing education at our colleges.
• Assessment through IELTS exams. GCSE exams are taken if necessary.
• Completely free and unlimited teacher assistance.
• Weekly assessment and monitoring.
• Balanced teaching methods.
• Support for student skills.
• Daily meetings with your personal teacher.

A-level

Age: 15.5+
English level: IELTS 5.0+
Duration of the program: 2 years (6 semesters)
Start dates of training: September, January

• Ability to choose various subjects: natural sciences, mathematics, languages, humanities, art.
• 3-5 subjects are studied over 2 years.
• Evaluated coursework or exams for individual modules throughout the course.
• The most common program in the UK.
• Allows you to enter various universities.
• A unique program in medicine, veterinary medicine or dentistry.
• Individualized curricula.
• Completely free and unlimited teacher assistance.
• Weekly assessment and monitoring.
• Balanced teaching methods.
• Support for student skills.
• Daily meetings with your personal teacher.

University foundation

Age: 16.5+ (for those who start training in September), 17+ (for those who start training in January)
English level: IELTS 4.5+ (for those starting their studies in September), IELTS 5.0+ (for those starting their studies in January)
Duration of the program: 1 year (3 semesters)
Start dates: September, January

A one-year program for international students who want to have university entry options. In-depth study of the English language and 3 subjects selected depending on further specialization at the university.

• Assessment takes place through coursework, exams, and IELTS.
• Flexible program with a large selection of items.
• Not suitable for those who wish to study medicine / veterinary medicine.
• There are options for students who have a lower level of English.
• Completely free and unlimited teacher assistance.
• Weekly assessment and monitoring.
• Balanced teaching methods.
• Support for student skills.
• Daily meetings with your personal teacher.

High School Term

Age: 15+
English level: 4.0+ for Pre-A level or A level; 4.5+ for University Foundation; 5.5+ for IS
Duration of the program: 1, 2, 3 semesters.

This program is ideal for students wishing to gain international experience while studying at home. Activities are designed to complement the student's current studies and a notarized report may be prepared showing the student's individual progress and achievements.

The following programs are studied: Pre-programme, Pre-GCSE, A Level, International Baccalaureate.

ACCOMMODATION

• CATS Cambridge Campus has over 230 student accommodations.
• Whatever accommodation option a student chooses, whether on campus or elsewhere, he will always be able to enjoy a friendly and comfortable atmosphere where college staff are always happy to help students.
• Access to the common room for students and the kitchen where you can cook your own food.
• All meals for students who are served meals are served on campus.
• Picturesque campus area of ​​2.5 acres.
• From the historic city centre to the campus, only 15 minutes on foot.
• Each room in which students live is equipped with furniture and beds that meet high standards, which makes you feel at home
• WiFi, laundry services, medical services on campus.
• We also offer self-catering accommodation near the campus for students who are over 18 years old.

COST, 2023-2024

GCSE Program - £32,985 per year
Pre-A level - £32,985 per year
A Level - £32,985 per year
University Foundation Program - £32,985 per year
High School Term - £10,995 per term.

There are 3 semesters in the school year.

Accommodation:

Accommodation: £4,865 - £7,155 per semester (depending on location and type of accommodation)

Extra paid

• Registration fee - £500
• Deposit - £2,500
• Flights
• Transfers to / from the airport
• Visa
• Services of the company "Paradise"
• Guardianship (as required by British law)

SERVICES OF THE EDUCATIONAL COMPANY INCLUDE

• Selection of 5-6 schools that best meet the individual characteristics of the child, further goals, talents, with the desired environment. Help in the correct interpretation of school ratings, an explanation of why the school occupies one place or another. Help in obtaining reliable information about schools that are not included in the ratings, with an explanation of the reasons for non-participation in it.
• Admission to 1-3 schools, selected from the proposed. Which includes the preparation of the necessary documents, school reports, characteristics, recommendations. Selection and submission of tests to prepare the student for exam testing, assistance in preparing essays. Preparation for an interview with the teacher / principal, registration for the exam. The necessary list of recommendations when attending school for passing entrance examinations. Correspondence with the school (not all schools enter into correspondence with foreign parents, treat them with caution, trust only a trusted agent).
• Assistance in paying registration fees, deposits, bills. Clarification of school rules, including disciplinary and legal aspects.
• Filling out the required medical forms.
• Selection of guardians required by UK law.

Student supervision during the first month of study is provided as a gift: assistance in resolving issues related to resettlement, billing, etc.