Parents/guardians and students aged
under 18 should understand and agree that:

They will inform Beet if the student has any mental health history or other existing medical condition which would affect his/her ability to follow the course.

They will give details of any medication that he/she is taking before he/she arrives in the UK.

Students under the age of 18 will stay in homestay accommodation provided by the school.

They will provide next-of-kin and full 24-hour contact details for Beet Language Centre to use if there is an emergency.

Students will need to attend a meeting with the Safeguarding Officer on his/her first day. After the first week, students can choose to come to the weekly meeting with a Safeguarding member of staff. There is a compulsory one-to-one monthly meeting for all students under 18 with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

As Beet is an adult school, students under 18 are not supervised outside lesson times. They are also not supervised while travelling between their homestay and school, during lesson breaks, or when travelling to or from social activities.

Students are able to to remain in school after their lessons have finished, and are welcome to access our facilities until the school closes at 5pm (6pm during peak times of year).

All weekend excursions are teacher-led, it is normal for students to have unsupervised time for shopping etc.

The student should bring enough pocket money for his/her stay at the school.
Because the school does not provide lunches for free to students, they will need to buy their own lunch either from the Beet canteen or from a local shop.

Students must attend all their classes and must contact the school by phone or e-mail immediately if they are not going to attend a lesson for any reason.

Students should tell their homestay hosts if they are not going to be present for a meal (for example, because they want to eat out with friends).

Students must return to their homestays by 11pm from Sunday to Thursday, and by 12 midnight on Friday and Saturday night.

Students under 18 must not buy or consume alcohol or buy cigarettes.

Beet Language Centre must have written permission from parents or guardians before an under-18 student can stay out overnight.

Students Aged 15 

At Beet Language Centre, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, particularly those aged 15, as they adapt to their new educational environment.

Parental Consent and Travel Arrangements

For students aged 15 and under, a comprehensive consent form must be completed by parents or legal guardians before the student’s arrival. This ensures that parents are fully informed about the school’s expectations and the arrangements we have in place to create a secure and supportive experience.

Students are required to travel to and from the UK as part of a group, accompanied by a group leader or an adult family member aged 18 or over. Solo travel between the school and homestay is not permitted without explicit parental consent. Accommodation is arranged through Beet and is typically homestay-based. Students must adhere to school and homestay rules, including a 10:00 p.m. curfew and notifying their hosts in advance if they will miss a meal.

Safeguarding and Supervision

A safeguarding meeting is conducted on the first day, and monthly one-to-one check-ins with the Designated Safeguarding Lead help ensure the safety of all under-18 students. It’s important to note that while students are supervised during class times, they are unsupervised outside of class, during travel, breaks, and non-academic hours.

Excursions, Activities, and Supervised Time

Parental consent is required for participation in excursions, activities, and any overnight stays away from the homestay. Any unsupervised time on weekends or evenings must be approved by parents and will be subject to curfew regulations.

Health and Attendance

Parents must inform the school of any health conditions or medications their child may need. With parental consent, non-prescription medication can be given for minor issues. In case of an emergency, Beet will seek parental approval for medical treatment whenever possible. Attendance at all classes and activities is mandatory, and students must comply with Beet’s rules and UK laws regarding age-restricted activities such as smoking and drinking.

Identification and Media Use

To ensure student safety, all under-18 students are required to wear an identifying blue band. Additionally, students may be photographed or filmed during school activities, and such images may be used for promotional purposes with parental consent.

Please note: Beet strongly advises that all students book a return airport transfer, and that personal insurance for their travel and time in the UK is arranged before they travel.