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General English

Whether you are learning English for university, your job, or everyday communication, our General English course is designed to help you speak, understand, read, and write with confidence.

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Improve your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Study with global students, explore cultures and advance your
English skills with engaging and communicative lessons.

What you will learn?

The General English course helps you improve your English for daily life. You will learn grammar, new words, and how to communicate clearly. 

Grammar ✔ Writing
Vocabulary Reading 
Speaking Pronunciation
Listening  

 

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About this course

The course is available all year round.

Start Date: Begin any Monday
Course duration: Minimum 1 week
Levels: Elementary A1 to Advanced C1
Max class size: 12 students
Minimum age: 16 years old

 

Free English Test

Want to know your English level? Try our online test!

How many hours a week is this course?

The General English course offers three intensity levels: Standard, Semi-Intensive, and Intensive, with different weekly teaching hours to suit your learning needs and schedule.

Standard

15 hours per week

 

Study for a minimum of 2 weeks to 1 year.

Course Start:
Start Any Monday


Timetable:
09:30 to 13:00 (inc. breaks)


Price per week (from):
£150/week


Instalment options are available for this course. 

Semi Intensive

18 hours per week

 

Study for a minimum of 2 weeks to 1 year.

Course Start:
Start any Monday


Timetable:
09:30 – 13:00 (inc. breaks)
13:30 – 15:00 (2 afternoons)


Price per week (from):
£180/week


Instalment options are available for this course. 

Intensive

21 hours per week

 

Study for a minimum of 2 weeks to 1 year.

Course Start:
Start any Monday


Timetable:
09:30 – 16:00 (Mon-Fri)
13:30 - 15:00 (4 afternoons)


Price per week (from):
£210/week


Instalment options are available for this course. 

Frequently asked questions

Explore the most common questions from students like you to learn more about this course.

Can the school arrange homestay accommodation?

Yes, the school can arrange homestay accommodation for you.

You can live with a local family, which will allow you to practice English and learn about the culture. Your friendly hosts will help you get the most out of your English learning experience.

What course options can I choose from?

There are three-course options: Standard, Semi-Intensive, and Intensive, each with different weekly lesson hours. These options vary based on how much time you need to study each week.

  • The Standard course offers 15 hours per week, allowing you to improve your English while still having free time for other activities.
  • The Semi-Intensive course provides 18 hours per week, helping you progress faster while still offering some free time.
  • The Intensive course has 21 hours per week, giving you more classroom hours for faster progress, but also requires more study time.

When choosing a course, consider how quickly you want to improve, how much free time you want, how much time you can comfortably spend on studying, and your future goals.

If you're unsure, you can start with the Standard course and move to a more intensive option later.

When can I start my course?

You can start your course at any time during the year.

Courses start on Mondays. If Monday is a public holiday, your course will start on Tuesday instead.

How long should I study?

You can study for as long as you want, from one week to a year, depending on your goals and your current level of English.

It usually takes around 10 to 12 weeks to move from one level to the next.

Remember, 10 to 12 weeks is just an average. Each student learns at their own speed, so the time it takes to progress can be different for everyone.

How will you know what my English level is?

On your first day at school, you will take a full English-level assessment that tests your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

Before you arrive, you can also check your level by completing an online English test.

Student success stories

Discover how our students reached their goals and improved their English

Caring and focused

Caring and focused teachers were all very helpful, and I achieved the required grade before finishing my course.

Jichen Yan
Student, China

Wonderful people

All the staff are wonderful people, especially the teachers; they are very competent. Best school in Birmingham. 

Mohamed Adama
Student, Italian

Amazing experience

I had an amazing experience. I received all the necessary support to pass the IELTS test and enter the university.

Leopold Safo
Student, Angola

The best school

The best school for learning and improving your English. The teachers are wonderful, and they work really hard for the students.

Elena Monica
Student, Spain

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