Learn English in our Partner School in Cambridge, England, UK - Improve your English with a Language Course in Cambridge, England - English Language School in Cambridge

The city of Cambridge is an old English university town, located 80 km north-northeast of London and is surrounded by a number of smaller towns and villages. It is also at the heart of the high-technology centre known as Silicon Fen.

Cambridge is a compact, friendly city, making it easy to travel around on foot, by bus or by bicycle. It has a relaxed yet cosmopolitan feel. The city has a large student population, making it an ideal place to study English. The centre of Cambridge has the charm of a market town, with numerous shops, colourful market stalls and quaint old pubs. The town is rich in culture and has a wonderful historical atmosphere. Cambridge is a fantastic base from which to explore the UK ; London is less than an hour by train.

The school was established in 1983 and is the most centrally located language school in the city. It is situated right in the heart of the historic university town, less than 100 metres from Market Square and the Central City Library. The famous King’s College Chapel and the main bus station are only 3 minute walk. You will find the school in a charming period building dating back to 1820.

The school holds an “Open-Door Policy”, which means students are welcome to discuss any aspect of their course, at any time, with the Director of Studies.

Our partner school takes pride in the quality of their service. The welfare and administrative staff, teachers, accommodation team and social leaders are all committed to the highest standards of Quality. The school is accredited by the British Council and is a member of English UK .

All courses include:

• Course book and materials
• Welcome lunch/dinner
• Weekly social program
  
• Evening activities (only in the summer)
• Internet and email access
• English activities and workshops
• Certificate at the end of the course providing the student has attended all lessons
  

The Standard English Course is a General English Course which offers good solid foundation in all aspects of the English language.

The course provides the essential structures and vocabulary, using a course book and supplementary materials and also gives a lot of practice in all four language skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing.

With regular Speaking and Listening practice and new language input, the course is designed to improve the student’s level and to maximise their ability to use the English.

Students will have two teachers, one of whom will be the class teacher who will look after the student’s academic progress throughout the stay.

Details:

• Starts every Monday throughout the year
• All levels accepted from beginner to advanced
• Minimum duration 1 week
• 30 lessons per week (22.5 hours)
• 1 lesson = 45 minutes
• Timetable: 09:00 – 13.45 with two breaks in the middle. The school reserves the right to introduce a double banking schedule, alternating between morning and afternoon sessions, with lessons commencing at either 09:00 or 14:30.
• Max. students per class 12 (14 in high season)

The Academic Year is specifically designed for students studying 6 months or more and is highly structured and comprehensive to enable you to devote yourself to your studies and to maximise your progress over an extended period of time.

Choose to study 20 lessons or the intensive option of 30 lessons each week. With 6 to 12 months of dedicated English language study you can progress at least two complete language levels. With dedication and commitment you can advance up to four levels.

Option: Multi-Destination Academic Year
Due to the uniform structure at our partner schools in Cambridge and Brighton, you have the opportunity, when booked in advance, to study in more than one destination, with a minimum of 12 weeks at each school. 

One-to-One lessons is the ultimate course for making maximum progress during a short period of time. This is a highly intensive course which is 100% focused on the student’s English language requirements and designed by the teachers to match specific needs.

This is the most flexible and personal course available.

Students can choose to study 20, 30 or 40 lessons per week or combine One-to-One lessons with a group course. This combination gives you the advantage of the interaction of a group in the morning and individually tailored lessons in the afternoon.

You can choose to take 5 or 10 lessons after your group course.

We provide a number of Exam Preparation Courses which are guaranteed to improve your English and prepare you for your chosen examination.

The primary focus of the course is to ensure that you attain or surpass the level of English you require to sit your chosen exam. The more time you dedicate to learning English, the more you will improve and can therefore achieve your desired exam score. You will also receive exam preparation skills specific to your chosen exam, ensuring that you are 100% prepared on the day of your examination. We know that every student is different, which is why we combine a structured course with a personal study plan, individual tutorials and a personal reading program, to ensure that you maximise your personal potential.

To thoroughly prepare for the exam we recommend a 10-12 week study period. Exam Preparation Courses available are: IELTS , and Cambridge ESOL examinations , including FCE, CAE and CPE.

Details:

• Starting Dates: 1st Monday of every month from February to November
• Duration: 4 weeks*
• Levels accepted: intermediate to advanced
• 30 lessons per week
• Minimum 8 weeks
• Timetable: 09:00 – 13.45 with two breaks in the middle. The school reserves the right to introduce a double banking schedule, alternating between morning and afternoon sessions, with lessons commencing at either 09:00 or 14:30.

Maximise your time by taking a course specifically created for you. Following your needs analysis and after discussing your language requirements, we will design a course exclusively for you.

You could choose to concentrate on a number of core professional skills, or focus on a particular project. We encourage you to bring materials from your workplace in order to refine specific documents or presentations while you are at the school. Our partner school can provide specialised One-to-One lessons specific to your profession, for example: English for Marketing, Accountancy, Human Resources, Advertising, Finance, Banking, Tourism and Law.

This is the ideal course for making rapid progress in a limited period of time.

The University of Cambridge organises many events throughout the year, such as rowing races and football matches. Although these are not usually open to members of the public, they still make for an excellent afternoon's entertainment as a spectator. Alternatively, you may wish to visit one of the city’s two sports' centers, both of which boast sporting facilities of all kinds, ranging from basketball to trampolining and swimming pools.

The Colleges of Cambridge University are perhaps the main attraction for many of the city’s visitors. They are everything you might imagine of an ancient, world-renowned university city. For your first sightseeing excursion, a tour around one or more of the colleges is a must.