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7 English Language Schools in Portsmouth Ranking 2024

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Best English schools in Portsmouth by category - student age group, value for money

TOP Rated by
Students 18-30 years
Language School in Portsmouth
Students 18-30 years
4.2

Rating: 4.2

(24)
TOP Rated by
Students 31-49 years
Language School in Portsmouth
Students 31-49 years
4.2

Rating: 4.2

(13)
TOP Rated by
Students 50+ years
Language School in Portsmouth
Students 50+ years
4.7

Rating: 4.7

(6)
TOP Rated by
Students all ages
ILC - International Language Centres
Students all ages
4.5

Rating: 4.5

(2)
TOP Rated by
Quality of teaching
ILC - International Language Centres
Quality of teaching
4.5

Rating: 4.5

(2)
TOP Rated by
Leisure programme
ILC - International Language Centres
Leisure programme
4.5

Rating: 4.5

(2)
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Value for money
ILC - International Language Centres
Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5

(2)

Portsmouth's language schools ranking

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Portsmouth ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Portsmouth

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Portsmouth
60 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Portsmouth
Nightlife
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Interesing things to do
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Geographic setting
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Public transport
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Climate
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Cleanliness
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Affordability
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shopping
3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Safety
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

What our students said about Portsmouth

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Portsmouth is lovely city with seaside view. The city is safe, green and good for students. Good location: about 1.5 by train from Portsmouth to London.

Alina
Russia

What school directors said about Portsmouth

Mark Green

Only 1.5 hours from London and cheaper to live and study than the capital. Miles of beaches and much history to explore.

Mark GreenDirector of Spinnaker School Of English, lives in Portsmouth since 2014

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Portsmouth

Language School in Portsmouth

the building and the teaching method. I liked a lot the possibility to know and interact with people from all over the wolrd.

5 November 2012
Course: General English - 2 weeks
Student age: 31 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

The books, some teachers and the computer room.
Student should speak English all the time! The school should have more control about this!

8 August 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 30 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.

28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.

28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.

28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.

28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

people from every country, very interesting!

5 September 2011
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

the teachers are great, because they are also partners in the same situation as you and we help each other and new people coming every Monday and Friday is going one, so many people know.

23 November 2009
Course: Intensive General English - 6 weeks
Student age: 27 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

The teachers, the possibility to stay with students that come from every part of the world.
Great service, helpful, always friendly and fast.

4 September 2009
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

they are very nice, and very good teachers

25 October 2008
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Student age: 55 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

If you want beach and sun Portsmouth is the best choice

19 August 2008
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 21 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews
Language School in Portsmouth

Very friendly
Don't hesitate to participate in the proposed activities, but it is not always free

10 April 2008
Course: Intensive General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 37 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 51 reviews

Information about Portsmouth

Why Portsmouth? Portsmouth is situated on the south coast of England, close to Southampton and The Isle of Wight. The city is famous for its maritime history. Portsmouth also has a number of beaches and a university, therefore a large population of younger people (and several internet cafes).There are excellent connections by road and rail to London.
Population:   195,000
Time zone: +10h. (GMT +0)
Region: England, Portsmouth
Currency: GBP (1 GBP = 1.2744 USD)
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. Documentation regarding purpose of visit must be shown at the border in order to enter the country. For Study purposes: letter of enrolment from school, accommodation arrangements and proof of payments to the relevant institutions. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (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): 345 £
Average course price per week (Low season): 239 £
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Price index excluding rent: 80* (20% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index including rent: 57* (43% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:60* (40% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (England UK average): 3.48 £
    (14% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type G
  • Residential voltage: 230 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Portsmouth City Museum
Portsmouth City Museum
Spinnaker Tower
Spinnaker Tower
Portsmouth
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Southampton / Weather Centre (SOU) - 25 km. from Portsmouth city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 30 minutes, 80 minutes.

Main stops: Southampton Airport Parkway, Eastleigh + Eastleigh, Porttsmouth & Southsea

Taxi: 25 minutes drive to city center of Portsmouth

London Gatwick (LGW) - 75 km. from Portsmouth city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 60 minutes, 70 minutes.

Main stops: Gatwick Airport, Portsmouth+Sout. TT

Taxi: 80 minutes drive to city center of Portsmouth

London Heathrow (LHR) - 86 km. from Portsmouth city center

Public transportation to city center:

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Every 60 minutes, 130 minutes.

Main stops: Heathrow Airport London, Woking + Woking, Portsmouth & Southsea

Taxi: 80 minutes drive to city center of Portsmouth

Q&A - Questions and answers about Portsmouth

  • In Portsmouth Spinnaker School Of English offers English lessons for students aged 16 and up year-round and Junior lessons for students from 7 to 15 years old in the summer.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 03, 2023
  • In Portsmouth, the schools are open year-round and students can start their English programs on any Monday.
    The groups are organized according to the English level and teachers have plenty of experience in having students of all ages and adapting the content and rhythm of the class to students regardless of their age.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 02, 2023

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