9 Best Live Online English Courses

**Objectives** The core class is an integrated skills class. It covers reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary. In this class you'll improve your accuracy (how correct your English is) and fluency (how well you can communicate). Lessons have daily and weekly objectives so you know what you’ll learn and how you’ll learn it. The teachers provide you with regular assessments that allow you to keep track of your progress. Teachers use the Communicative Approach, so you'll learn English by using English, not by listening to grammar lectures and doing worksheets. They feel strongly that this is the most effective method to acquire English that students can use in the real world. The Syllabus for each level is mapped to the CEFR levels A1-C2. The levels define what you can do and Stafford House believes that language is for communication. Each of the Core Class Course Books is also mapped to the CEFR providing a consistent basis for developing your language skills. **Flexibility** From Standard to Intensive and Super Intensive, the range of English language courses offers you a choice on how intensively you want to study - whether that’s 20 lessons a week on a Standard course or 30 lessons a week on the Super Intensive. Plus with the school's range of modules you get to personalise your course to fit your needs. **How you learn** The school believes that you will learn faster and more effectively if your lessons are engaging, fun and relevant, that’s why the teachers use a range of techniques and develop classes that are motivating and build your confidence. This will allow time to focus on any areas of weakness. Any weekly programme is influenced not only by the course book syllabus but also by the learning goals and interests of the students in any one group. **Testing on arrival** On your first day you will take a language assessment, to assess your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary and how well you are able to understand and speak English. This helps teachers to understand the class you’ll be happiest and most successful in. **Monthly Tutorial** Every month you’ll have a one-to-one tutorial with a senior member of the academic team to make sure you are on track to achieve your goals and fulfil your potential. It’s a great opportunity to review your course choices and learning methods and to really make sure you achieve what you want to achieve. **Quality Assurance The Directors of Studies are based in all of the schools to ensure the programmes are of the highest possible quality, the average class sizes are small, and that the students leave having gained the maximum from their time with the school.

HLI’s home tuition programme gives you the unique opportunity to live with your English language teacher in their home, located in picturesque Canterbury. Your exact schedule is to be agreed upon with the school, and your classes can focus on anything you want. This might include preparation for an exam or even a job interview. Let your teacher know which areas of English you struggle with and they will create lessons based on overcoming these hurdles. Your host family will be happy to show you around Canterbury, but you can expect to find all manner of attractions in this cathedral city. Some features you might find of interest include the famous Canterbury Festival, comedy clubs, live music venues, and a diverse range of nightlight options. The host family provides you with three meals per day, and the school encourages students to take advantage of these moments to sit down with the family and have a conversation - in English. You will have the contact details of a HLI Local Organiser who is situated in Canterbury, who will resolve even any minor issues you might have. With this programme, you will be completely immersed in the target language and culture. The private lessons will take place at the teacher’s home and are tailored to your needs and interests. The programme also includes accommodation in a private bedroom (Sunday to Sunday) and 3 meals per day with the teacher’s family. You can customise your stay by booking additional lessons, activities, courses for specific purposes, private bathroom, accommodation of superior standard, airport transfer and close supervision for young students.

Also includes activity programme and excursions.Airport shuttle service: GBP 89 one way. Obligatory charges for students aged 14 years and under: - Assisted departure check-in charge: GBP 55. - Unaccompanied minor service: GBP 75. Daily transport to/from school is compulsory for students aged 11 and under and will be charged automatically: GBP 120 per week. Bus passes (weekly): - Standard: GBP 22. - Gold: GBP 35.It has a convenient city centre location with a variety of museums, local sports centres and swimming pool and family parks nearby. What is included in the programme: - 26 lessons per week - Daily activity programme - 1 half-day and 1 full-day excursion - 1 local visit - Accommodation in a host family, double room, full-board Homestay accommodation: - Bed, breakfast and dinner with hosts, plus a packed lunch - Students will be met on arrival by Homestay Organiser and hosts - School is 2 minutes’ walk from the bus station - Homestay area includes Canterbury, seaside towns of Whitstable, Herne Bay and surrounding countryside villages, all easily accessible by local bus

It is the most effective way to make rapid progress: you live with your teacher who will give you private language lessons and correct you at all times. It completely immerses you in the language you are learning as you put into practice what you have learnt during your lessons through social interactions and meal times with your host. The Home Tuition Programme includes: • 15 hours private language lessons per week • Accommodation in your teacher’s home • Meals and social interaction with your host Choose the number of language lessons you require and personalise your Programme according to your needs, interests and preferences with a multitude of options and specialisations to choose from. Some things cannot be learnt by studying in the traditional way, fluency is achieved through living the language, using the target language constantly and in your everyday life. Culture, entertainment, leisure and current events are embedded in people’s language and these are as much part of the language learning process as the lessons.

The Explorer Leisure Programme option includes: 5 half day activities, 1 full day trip and 7 evening activities.Nestled in historic England, Canterbury offers heritage, culture, and charm. Steeped in history, its streets and landmarks unite past and modern life. Canterbury’s neighborhoods echo its legacy, merging traditions and languages. From the majestic Cathedral to the tranquil River Stour and city center’s cobbles, history and vibrancy coalesce. Teens, join the English program to discover Canterbury’s allure and enhance language skills in its enchanting ambiance. Accommodation is provided in the city centre at the modern university student residence. The rooms are comfortable single bedrooms with a private bathroom for each student and common recreation areas throughout. All meals are provided in the university restaurants.

The General English lessons are designed to focus on building communication skills and confidence in using English inside and outside the classroom. It includes 2 full-day and 2 half-day excursions per week.The Junior package includes: - 20 lessons per week - 5 optional lessons of sport or more focused English practice - All meals, with plenty of variety. Special diets and requirements can be catered for upon request - A variety of fun afternoon, evening and weekend activities and excursions - All learning materials, end of course certificate - Close supervision and a 24-hour emergency telephone number - Travel and medical insurance.

Discover Canterbury, a historic city in Kent, boasting medieval streets, a renowned Cathedral, and UNESCO World Heritage status. Our centre sits on the University of Kent’s modern campus, close to the city center, offering superb sports facilities and expansive outdoor spaces for added activities. **Language Programme** - Taught by friendly and professional English teachers - 20 x 45 minute lessons per week morning or afternoon - Placement test on day 1 to ensure students in appropriate level - Maximum 17 students per class - Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities - Spacious modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards - Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills - Materials included as well as an end of course report and certificate **Accommodation** - Room Type: Single room with en-suite & standard rooms - Bathroom: Ratio 1:1 students - Room set up: Flats of 5 rooms - What’s in a room: Single bed, wardrobe, desk, chair - Common room: Yes - Cleaning: Weekly - Linen cleaning: Changed weekly - Towels: Students bring their own towels - Laundry: Available in residence (small fee) - Meals: On-site canteen, weekend packed lunch - Distance to classes: On campus **Activities** Activities are organised in between lessons and during the evenings. These activities could be on-site and near to the centre. These may include: - Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball or basketball. - Daytime activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops. - Evening activities such as karaoke, talent show, and team games.