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Communicate School of EnglishManchester, England UK

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4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall school rating of Communicate School of English, Manchester
Ranked #3 of 15 English schools in Manchester
School
Location of the school
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Social activities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Organisation
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

(1)
Students 18-30 years
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

(9)
Students 31-49 years
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

(5)
Students 50+ years
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

(0)
What we like about the school
  • Interesting methodology with focus on speaking skills. Students speak for large part of class time.
  • Table tennis room, also with a Sony PlayStation.
  • Apartment - shared / Residence accommodation very close to school
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: Communicate School of English is located in the vibrant and creative city of Manchester, England. Housed in the city centre, a 2-minute walk from Piccadilly Gardens and the main bus station, the school is a short walk from the city's main shopping areas and the trendy Northern Quarter, which has many eateries, bars, pubs and events locations. Students have everything within proximity of the school to have an excellent time in Manchester, whilst achieving their language goals.

Course selection: Course selection includes General English, available to students of all levels, Junior courses, taught throughout the whole year, and Exam Preparation programmes for IELTS, CAE and FCE Exams. Evening and Private Tuition courses are also on hand, ensuring there is something available for all needs.

Accommodation: Accommodation in Homestays with local families are available for single or double occupancy. There is also a Luxury Residence within a 10-minute walk of the school which includes an onsite bowling alley, gym, cinema and games room.

School chain: Communicate School of English is part of the larger network of schools under Malvern International and work with the ethos of giving students a brighter, better future through language. Accredited by the British Council, Communicate School of English provides a very high standard of facilities, student care and tuition. Their student-centred lessons ensure that everyone plays an active part in class, through activities such as discussions, dialogues, role-plays, surveys and interviews.
  • The language school Communicate School of English was founded in Manchester, England UK in 2010.
  • Legal name / parent company: Communicate English School Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: 8565447

English Courses

General Language
Private
Exam Preparation
Specialty Courses

Information for all courses offered by Communicate School of English

Comments about courses

Medical and travel insurance: GBP 10 per week.

Beginner level students can start any time. If their level is much lower than the rest of the elementary class, the group lessons in the first two weeks will be changed to one-to-one lessons. There are no extra fees but the number of hours will be reduced. On average 3 lessons of group classes equal 1 lesson of one-to-one classes.

Students under 18 years of age must send a guardian or parental consent form before arrival.

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
80.00 £
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 40 £ per course level.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 85 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.

Lessons needed per English language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Note: All courses offered by Communicate School of English, Manchester can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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  • Enjoying the outdoors
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Communicate School of English

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UK
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:40
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Communicate School of English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoMaestro - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Video game console

  • Table tennis

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

    • Arabic homestays available

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 13
    Number of public PC workstations: 12
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 140
Throughout the year: 90
Minimum age of students
16 years
7 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 2
Junior courses Throughout the year: 2
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 29 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Manchester Airport:
65 £ one way
110 £ return (both ways)
Liverpool Airport:
95 £ one way
170 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Manchester.
More information about airports around Manchester and how to get from the airport to Manchester on your own here on our Manchester page.

Visa Documents

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.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
200 £
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
70 £

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Basketball1 km
Cooking0.2 km
Cricket-
Dancing0.2 km
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf-
Horse riding6 km
Music0.2 km
Rugby2 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis0.2 km
Tennis1 km
Volleyball1 km
Yoga0.2 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Visits to Science and Industry Museum, Police Museum Trip, Speaking Classes at Manchester Art Gallery, Imperial War Museum, Central Library.

Adults - Paid activities

Bowling, social meals in Manchester restaurants, go-karting.
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
 Sample of activities for adults (PDF)
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)

Accommodation

Ratings of Communicate School of English compared to ratings of all schools in England UK

 Communicate School of English ManchesterAverage of all other schools in England UK
Overall school rating4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared flat3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Student opinions about Communicate School of English, Manchester

Liked
Everyone at the school was super nice and helpful, both the teachers and the other students. I felt very comfortable there at all times. Thanks to the many activities on offer, you quickly get to know the city and new people.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Residence
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: General English 15 Hours AM - 4 weeks
5. Dec. 2022
Liked
It is my second time in this school and I recommend it everyone. Staff care about every student, teachers are very good and friendly. It is easy make friends with students from different nationalities.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: General English 24 - 1 week
19. Sep. 2017
Liked
The teaching method of some teachers; the staff makes you feel like you're in a big family every day!
Insider tips about what future students should not miss I recommend family accommodation, sharing this wonderful experience with them and being able to really immerse yourself in culture and the English language.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Newly built school, new spaces and very central location.
Course: General English + Conversation Intensive [Inglese] - 4 weeks
30. Aug. 2018
Liked
The location is very good for lunch after class.
Disliked
Classes start at noon and finish at 2.30 pm, which is a bit late.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: General English 18 - 1 week
8. Nov. 2022
Liked
Teachers are very friendly and patient.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments Organization and location is very good.
Course: General English + Conversation - 4 weeks
4. Feb. 2019
Liked
The professionalism of some teachers
Insider tips about what future students should not miss I recommend the residence accommodation instead of the homestay
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Flat Share
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: General English - Intensive - 2 weeks
6. Sep. 2016
Liked
Quality of education
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Flat Share
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: General English 18 - 10 weeks
25. Dec. 2017
Liked
Location
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: CAE Exam Preparation 24 - 2 weeks
20. Oct. 2018

Student Testimonial Videos

Note: The video testimonials of students from Communicate School of English have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at Communicate School of English.

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FAQ about Communicate School of English,

  • English courses at Communicate School of English start at 257 £ for General English 15 course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Communicate School
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Manchester Airport (65 £), Liverpool Airport (95 £)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Communicate School varies from 1 students (Individual Tuition) to 15 students (General English 25)
  • 100% of teachers at Communicate School of English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Communicate School of English comes from Poland with a 13% representation, followed by students from Spain (13%) and Italy (12%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Communicate School of English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 29 for the rest of the year.
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