FAQs: All
- Do I need a Visa to come to Melton College?
UK visa regulations can seem complicated but there is a UK Government website that will help you: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
- Can we come as a family?
Yes! Melton College almost always runs Gold Courses (for those aged 40+) and Young Learners’ Courses at the same time! This means parents can join the Gold Course and kids the Young Learners’ Course.
- Am I an adult if I turn 18 during the course?
If you are under 18 on the first Sunday you arrive, the College will consider you a child even if you turn 18 during the course. This means that the curfews and rules for under 18s will apply during your time at the college.
- What are the College Booking Conditions?
·Full fees must be received five weeks in advance ·If you wish to cancel a course and/or accommodation, you must give five weeks’ written notice ·No place can be definitely reserved, and no accommodation arranged, until the fees have been received ·The College strongly advises that all students aged 18 and older have adequate, appropriate…
Read More- What is there for Breakfast at Melton Guest House?
We offer a very full, continental breakfast (with additional items at the weekend)!
- What is the Homestay accommodation like?
Homestay accommodation is a room in a local family’s house, sometimes on your own and sometimes shared with another student at Melton college.
- What can you expect from Homestay?
Staying in Homestay accommodation means that you will live as a part of a local household, you will eat with the family and be able to join in with family life.
- How much will it cost to get from my Homestay to the College?
Some of our homestays are within walking distance. If your homestay is more than 2Km from the college, a local bus pass is included Please have a look at First Bus York for up to date bus fare prices.
- How long will it take to get from my Homestay to the College?
Go to google maps, put in the homestay address and college address . Choose either walking or catching the bus. It will show the length of time it takes.
- Is food provided in Melton Guest House?
Students staying in Melton Guest House receive a continental breakfast and a simple evening meal everyday. Children staying with their family in Melton Guest House also receive lunch at the College during the week.
- What is a mini-stay course?
Mini-stay courses are short group courses for closed groups. For more information head to our group courses page or search our FAQs
- Do you have a Coronavirus (COVID-19) policy?
Yes, we do. We are constantly updating and making sure our policy is in accordance with the UK government guidelines. For more information, please use the following web address for the government website at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-public
- How do I become a host?
Follow the link to our “become a host” page or contact our Accommodation Manager, Denise by calling 01904 622250 or emailing studentservices@meltoncollege.co.uk
- What happens when I apply to be a host?
Once for have filled in the applications form, Denise will arrange to visit the room/s you are offering. If everything is suitable you can sign a formal agreement and officially become a host
- What does a Homestay host provide?
Requirements for providing homestay accommodation.
Read More- When does the College require Homestay accommodation?
All year round except for 2 weeks over Christmas when the College is closed. Please note if the room is not available in July, August or September we will be unlikely to use that room.
- Do you organise accommodation?
Yes, we provide Homestay with families in York or you can stay at our hotel, Melton Guest House.
- What is Melton Guest House?
Melton Guest House is our own family run hotel directly next to the College. Formerly York’s top Bed and Breakfast Hotel (winner of the Visit York Tourism awards “Best B&B”)
- What can you expect at Melton Guest House?
Bishop’s is our residence next door to the College. Formerly York’s top Bed and Breakfast Hotel (winner the Visit York Tourism awards “Best B&B”), now owned and managed by Melton College
- Who can stay at Melton Guest House?
Melton Guest House is available for adult students and families, where a child is accompanied by a parent. As well as single rooms, the hotel has a number of twins and double rooms so couples or friends can also stay
- How does the College look after the welfare of its students?
All Students Melton College places great emphasis on the welfare of all of our students, not just those under 18. If you need to see a doctor or a dentist during your stay, we can arrange this. If you have any problems, or are unhappy, about anything during your stay students are welcome to speak…
Read More- What are the minimum and maximum ages for courses at the College?
Gold: 40+.
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Young Learners: 11-19. (10 if coming with a parent)- What time is curfew?
When at Melton College, if you are under 18, the College will, in certain circumstances, make decisions on behalf of your parents. The College has decided that all students under the age of 18 should return home by certain curfew times. See ‘Read More’ for details.
Read More- How far is York from London?
York is two hours from London by train.
- How long will it take to get from Melton Guest House to the college?
Melton Guest House is directly next door to the College! Melton Guest House’s garden leads directly to the College garden.
- Will I have to share a room in Homestay?
Student’s over 18 will have a single room. Student’s under 18 may be required to share a room with a student from a different language group.
- My child is on a course at Melton College, what do I do if I am worried about anything?
We appriciate it can be stressful when your child is away from home, especially if it is the first time.
Read More- What extra care and support is given to students under 18?
Although the welfare of all students is important to us, Melton College has a number of extra welfare regulations set in place for students under 18. Please ‘Read More’ for details.
Read More- What does the College do?
Our aim is to help our students communicate. We do this by providing a caring environment where we know our students needs. We do this celebrating our history, our size and our location; making the most of what we can offer. Download our mission statement to see our aims for each of our courses!
Read More- Does Melton College offer airport transfers?
The College can arrange airport transfers for students for a fee. (only Sundays, from given airports at given times)
