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  • Mont Orgueil castle, Jersey
  • St Ouen's bay in Jersey
  • Beauport bay in Jersey
  • St Brelade's bay, Jersey
  • Grosnez castle in Jersey
  • North coast in Jersey
  • St Ouen's bay in Jersey
  • Napoleonic fort in Jersey
  • English students at dinner
  • English students on banana ride
  • English students on RIB tour
  • St Ouen's bay in Jersey

The island of Jersey

Discover the beauty and excitement that Jersey has to offer

Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands, a distinctive collection of British islands located between France and England.

Breathtaking beaches with golden sands and rocky landscapes define the coastline, providing a haven for outdoor living. Remnants of Jersey’s unique history can be seen from its castles, Napoleonic fortresses and World War II fortifications along the coastline and Neolithic burial sites found amongst the lush inland countryside.

The lively main town of St Helier has a pedestrianised area with shops for varying tastes and plenty of restaurants serving local seafood and international cuisines.

The island provides a warm and welcoming setting for our English courses, with locals known for their open & friendly attitude. Although it is relatively small, it has a sizeable international population and varied tourist attractions.

SOCIAL PROGRAMME

The social programme plays an important part in the programme, giving students the opportunity to discover what the island has to offer, meet people from around the world and practise English in an informal setting.

On an island with such an abundance of clean and well lifeguarded beaches, watersports are an obvious choice for our summer activity programme for juniors. Jersey’s rich heritage has also not been overlooked, with year-round cultural visits to our historic castles, Jersey Zoo & Neolithic dolmens.

Jersey’s heritage and varied natural environment allow for a broad and unparalleled leisure programme for adults. The striking coastline is a key feature with breathtaking coastal walks and castles included regularly, along with other attractions, such as Neolithic dolmens & museums.

Getting to Jersey

As a prominent offshore financial centre Jersey is well connected to Europe, with regular ferries from France and direct flights from Germany & Switzerland.

  • From France: The high-speed TGV travels from Paris to Rennes, where a regional train then connects to St Malo or Granville. Reach Jersey by ferry from St Malo with Condor Ferries or from Granville with Manche Iles Express. St Brelade’s College offers a chaperone service on certain sailings from St Malo.
  • From Germany & Switzerland: Blue Islands, Eurowings, Lufthansa & Rolf Meier Reisen operate direct flights from certain cities (Bern, Düsseldorf, Munich, Zurich).
  • Via England: Fly to Jersey via most British airports, including London (Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton), Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Exeter, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle & Southampton. Airlines include British Airways, Blue Islands, easyJet and Jet2. There are also frequent coach transfers between British airports.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why should I choose Jersey?

Jersey is known to be a safe, clean and beautiful island with miles of sandy beaches. It has a unique and interesting history with many cultural sites. Our programmes take advantage of Jersey’s most popular and impressive sights.

When is the best time to come to Jersey?

The busiest time of year – both at the school and in Jersey – is from May to September. At this time of year, you will be able to take advantage of the better weather and outdoor activities. If you prefer a quieter environment, you should consider coming in April or October.

What form of ID is needed for travel?

A valid passport is required to enter Jersey. An ID card is no longer accepted.

Is a visa needed to travel to Jersey?

  • Visitors coming to Jersey via UK will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) from April 2025.
  • Visitors coming directly to Jersey from the E.U. e.g. via ferry from St Malo or by plane from Dusseldorf will not need an ETA until late 2025.
  • The simplest way to apply for the ETA is by downloading the UK ETA app on your smartphone from the Appstore.
  • You can also apply by visiting the UK Gov website. The ETA costs £10 and lasts for 2 years. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible. ETA’s should be processed within 3 working days but they may take longer.

Who should I contact to book a ferry from St Malo?

You can call Condor Ferries in France on +33 (0)2 99 40 78 10.

My child is under 16. Can they travel alone?

Children under 16 cannot travel alone with Condor Ferries. St Brelade’s College offers a chaperone service on certain sailings from St Malo. If you are interested in arranging this then please contact our office and we can provide you with more details.

School information & resources

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Travel documentation

A passport is required for all visitors to Jersey. You should ensure there is sufficient validity on your passport to cover your trip.

Visitors coming to Jersey via UK will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) from April 2025. Visitors coming directly to Jersey from the E.U. will not need an ETA until late 2025.

You should check the travel requirements with your travel agent or airline / ferry operator.

Payment terms & conditions

Once your course has been confirmed you will need to pay a deposit of £200. At least 4 weeks before the course starts you will need to pay the remainder of the course fee. St Brelade’s College reserves the right to refuse to provide services to students if the course fees have not been paid.

CANCELLATION FEE

22+ days notice: £200 deposit
8 – 21 days notice: 1 week (tuition & homestay/residence fees) + £200 deposit
1 – 7 days notice: Full fee payable (tuition & homestay/residence fees)
Separate cancellation fees apply to private accommodation. Please refer to the individual hotel terms.

Course fee refunds are made in £GBP to the same card or account used to make the original payment. St Brelade's College accepts no responsibility for any difference in the final amount received due to changes in the underlying exchange rate.

INSURANCE

We strongly advise students to take out insurance at the time of booking the trip. This should ensure cover if the student needs to cancel the course before departure or during their stay due to factors such as illness (e.g. Covid-19), emergency medical expenses, travel costs and personal belongings etc. Special insurance for language course students can be purchased from some insurance providers.

VISA STUDENTS

Students must pay at least 25% deposit in advance and the balance at least 4 weeks before arrival. In the event that the application is unsuccessful the deposit is returned less a £100 administration fee.

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