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English language schools in Canterbury

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Canterbury city rating by our language course clients

Overall4.7
Nightlife
3.9
Friendliness of locals
4.6
Interesting things to do
4.4
Geographic setting
4.3
Public transport
4.4
Safety
4.6
Climate
4.1
Cleanliness
4.2
Affordability
3.7
Shopping
4.4

12 language schools in Canterbury from £425 for a 1 week English course

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Stafford House International, Canterbury
Stafford House International, Canterbury
Concorde International, Canterbury
Concorde International, Canterbury
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Canterbury
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Canterbury
Concorde International Junior Centre, Canterbury
Concorde International Junior Centre, Canterbury
Concorde International Junior Centre - Christ Church University, Canterbury
Concorde International Junior Centre - Christ Church University, Canterbury
Concorde International Junior Centre - Kent College, Canterbury
Concorde International Junior Centre - Kent College, Canterbury
St Giles International Junior Centre, Canterbury
St Giles International Junior Centre, Canterbury
Influent, Canterbury
Influent, Canterbury
Embassy Junior Centre, Canterbury
Embassy Junior Centre, Canterbury
Concorde International Home Language Tuition, Canterbury
Concorde International Home Language Tuition, Canterbury
InTuition Languages, Canterbury
InTuition Languages, Canterbury
Anglophiles Home Language Tuition, Canterbury
Anglophiles Home Language Tuition, Canterbury

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Canterbury ratings & reviews

What our students said about Canterbury

It's not a very big city, but every time you wander around you'll discover something new. There's so much fun things to do, except maybe for clubs or dancings, but that didn't bother us the slightest.

5.0Joya Belgium

I absolutely love this city! History is all around you! It's small and medieval, there are city walls and it feels like you are in a fairy-tale.

5.0Anastasiia Russia

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Canterbury

Concorde International

They are very kind and friendly. I can communicate many people from various countries. If you feel any problems, you can ask them. They will pleasantly help you.

8 July 2024
Course: General English 21 - 2 weeks
Student age: 0 years

4.4| 101 reviews
Concorde International

The positive and friendly spirit between both teachers and students, while the teaching was professional. It was especially gratifying to see the unity among the students, given the differences in age and the fact that we came from all corners of the world.

1 July 2024
Course: General English 21 - 2 weeks
Student age: 73 years

4.4| 101 reviews
Influent

Excellent choice of teacher, location to suit our requirements

15 October 2023
Course: Home Tuition 15 - 2 weeks
Student age: 44 years

5.0| 1 review
Yuliya and Vladimir Influent
Concorde International

I've done the junior course before and really enjoyed it, so I wanted to come back. This time too it was a really great experience. Thank you to all of the people that made this happen! I'll definitely come back for more English courses. They're situated in the centre of Canterbury, so after class you can go wander around and explore Canterbury.

19 September 2022
Course: General English 15 - 1 week
Student age: 19 years

4.4| 101 reviews
Concorde International

I liked that the students were divided in groups based on skill and not on age. I learned a lot and the teachers were incredible!

26 July 2022
Course: General English 15 - 1 week
Student age: 16 years

4.4| 101 reviews

Information about Canterbury

Why Canterbury? Canterbury is a historic city, famous for its cathedral and medieval architecture. The city also offers a good deal of shopping, restaurants, a peaceful countryside, theatres and cinemas. London is only one and a half hours away by train.

Key facts about Canterbury

Population: S 56,000
Region: England, Kent
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short-term English courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 20. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 02 Jun 2026 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information, please consult with the embassy or consulate of England UK in your country. List of embassies and consulates of England UK on the official website - Government Digital Service.
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 768 £
Average course price per week (Low season): 556 £

Events in Canterbury

Best time to take a language course in Canterbury
October
Canterbury Festival
Canterbury Festival

18 October 2026 - 02 November 2026Organising over 200 events every autumn, the Canterbury Festival presents a varied cultural programme of theatre, music, and dance performances alongside talks, walks and family friendly fun.

What to do in Canterbury

Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral
West Gate Towers
West Gate Towers

Arrival airports

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 88 km. from Canterbury city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 30 minutes, 140 minutes.

Main stops: Gatwick Airport, London St. Pancras International LL + St. Pancras International, Canterbury West

Taxi: 70 minutes drive to city center of Canterbury

London Stansted Airport (STN) - 88 km. from Canterbury city center

Public transportation to city center:

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Every 30 minutes, 170 minutes.

Main stops: Stansted Airport, Coach Station, London King´s Cross St. Pancras + St. Pancras International, Canterbury West

Taxi: 90 minutes drive to city center of Canterbury

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 108 km. from Canterbury city center

Public transportation to city center:

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5+60, 155 minutes.

Main stops: Heathrow Terminals 1-2-3 Underground, King´s Cross St. Pancras Underground Station + St. Pancras International, Canterbury West

Taxi: 90 minutes drive to city center of Canterbury

Q&A - Questions about English courses and schools in Canterbury

I am interested in a refresher English teacher training course in Canterbury. What are the options?
In Canterbury, we work with many schools. For teachers, there is Concorde International Canterbury's teacher course, with start dates in July and August.
Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 15, 2023
I am a 52-year-old teacher from Germany and I would like to book a 1-week course in a mini group with no more than 5 adult students. Do you have any options?
In the summer, Concorde International offers a "Summer Adult Course" in a mini-group with 4 students. You can book a course with 15 or 25 lessons per week. Just let us know what your preferred start date is and we can send you more information.
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 19, 2023

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about English courses in Canterbury

As a junior, can I go to Canterbury, live with a host family and just play basketball, not take English lessons?
Unfortunately it is not possible to book basketball and host family only, but we have a programme with English, basketball and host family accommodation if you are interested in this.
Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 07, 2023

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