EF International Language CenterManchester, England UK
- Private garden space with summer BBQ patio.
- TOP 12% highest inspection scores among all UK schools in British Council inspection (Gazette 2021/2022).
- Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EF International Language Center Manchester is located in the industrial and vibrant city of Manchester, England. The school is housed in a fantastic stately Victorian building, right in the heart of the student hot spot of the Fallowfield area. Surrounding EF Manchester there are parks, universities, shops, eateries and much entertainment, ensuring a student's time inside and outside of the classroom is both exciting and informative. A short 30-minute journey from the city centre, students of the school are in an excellent position, 5km outside of the city centre, to enjoy Manchester and all it has to offer. The Manchester International airport is around a 60-minute journey from the school via public transport.
School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students' all they may need to reach their language goals in a comfortable environment. Classrooms have state-of-the-art technology, are spacious, and have excellent lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a games room, a garden and a variety of games tables. The school also has a patio and bbq area and excellent links to public transport. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.
Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available through the school in Homestay, Residence or local Hotel facilities.
School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!
EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.
Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
- Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
- Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
- Abbreviated name of school: EF Manchester
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1290 1258 | 1935 1887 | 2580 2516 | 3630 3540 | 4840 4719 | 5850 5704 | 7020 6845 | 9200 8970 | 11500 11213 | 575 561 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This carefully composed course of 26 weekly lessons, held in the morning and afternoon, is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You’ll also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1190 1131 | 1785 1696 | 2380 2261 | 2775 2637 | 3330 3164 | 4440 4218 | 5350 5083 | 6420 6099 | 8400 7980 | 10500 9975 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This carefully composed course of 26 weekly lessons, held in the morning and afternoon, is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You’ll also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1330 1264 | 1995 1896 | 2660 2527 | 3750 3563 | 5000 4750 | 5950 5653 | 7140 6783 | 9360 8892 | 11700 11115 | 585 556 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This course comprised of 32 morning and afternoon lessons a week, will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. It also offers the maximum number of Special Interest Lessons, to ensure you successfully achieve your goals while studying abroad.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1430 1395 | 2145 2092 | 2860 2789 | 4050 3949 | 5400 5265 | 6450 6289 | 7740 7547 | 10160 9906 | 12700 12383 | 635 620 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This course comprised of 32 morning and afternoon lessons a week, will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. It also offers the maximum number of Special Interest Lessons, to ensure you successfully achieve your goals while studying abroad.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1090 1036 | 1635 1554 | 2180 2071 | 2525 2399 | 3030 2879 | 3535 3359 | 4040 3838 | 4365 4147 | 4850 4608 | 7140 6783 |
Manchester is home to one of the UK’s largest student populations, so by taking EF Manchester’s Basic Course you will find yourself in the middle of a dynamic city that is already a welcoming environment for students. This option represents just 13 hours and 20 minutes of classroom time per week, giving you the free time you need to explore this city’s extensive live music scene and nightlife, or its numerous official cultural attractions.
The ideal profile for this course is someone who would like to quickly learn the fundamentals of English so that they can manage normal situations in everyday life, and also those people who know some English but would like to refresh their memories.
20 classes are delivered by the school’s friendly and motivated staff, of which 16 are general language lessons, 2 are project-based research sessions, and the remaining 2 are lecture sessions.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week.
This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You’ll benefit from comprehensive materials, personalised instruction and interactive class time.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1190 1161 | 1785 1741 | 2380 2321 | 2775 2706 | 3330 3247 | 3885 3788 | 4440 4329 | 4815 4695 | 5350 5217 | 6420 6260 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week.
This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You’ll benefit from comprehensive materials, personalised instruction and interactive class time.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 695 678 | 1390 1356 | 2085 2033 | 2780 2711 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The programme encourages adults over the age of 50 to learn a new language and study abroad, taking advantage of the language course and activity packages that the school has specifically designed for this purpose. Besides learning a new language, the course offers a perfect mix of excursions, cultural experiences, and fun activities to enjoy among peers.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1370 1302 | 2055 1953 | 2740 2603 | 3125 2969 | 3750 3563 | 5000 4750 | 6050 5748 | 7260 6897 | 9520 9044 | 14280 13566 |
This course helps students gain the tools and skills to succeed in business while achieving a solid understanding of business principles. From learning key vocabulary to mastering professional correspondence, they will learn how to communicate effectively.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1410 1375 | 2115 2063 | 2820 2750 | 3375 3291 | 4050 3949 | 5400 5265 | 6550 6387 | 7860 7664 | 10320 10062 | 15480 15093 |
This course helps students gain the tools and skills to succeed in business while achieving a solid understanding of business principles. From learning key vocabulary to mastering professional correspondence, they will learn how to communicate effectively.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5080 4826 | -- | 6050 5748 | 6655 6323 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:25 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:25 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5480 5343 | -- | 6550 6387 | 7205 7025 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5080 4826 | 5445 5173 | 6050 5748 | 6655 6323 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5480 5343 | 5895 5748 | 6550 6387 | 7205 7025 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:25 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5080 4826 | 5445 5173 | -- | 7260 6897 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5480 5343 | 5895 5748 | -- | 7860 7664 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3810 3620 | 5080 4826 | 6050 5748 | 7260 6897 | 9520 9044 | 11900 11305 | 595 566 |
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
10 Exam preparation lessons
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
Prepare yourself for language exam by refining your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4110 4008 | 5480 5343 | 6550 6387 | 7860 7664 | 10320 10062 | 12900 12578 | 655 639 |
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
10 Exam preparation lessons
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
Prepare yourself for language exam by refining your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center
The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-6 weeks is EUR 55
7-12 weeks is EUR 95
13-18 weeks is EUR 145
19-24 weeks is EUR 195
25-30 weeks is EUR 245
31-36 weeks is EUR 295
37-42 weeks is EUR 345
43-48 weeks is EUR 395
49-52 weeks is EUR 445.
Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).
Students must book a travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Manchester. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:
- Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.
Accommodation: - The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 55 per week.
- Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
- Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
EF International Language Center (EF)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Library
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Student support desk
Video game console
Table tennis
Free water dispenser
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with organizing transportation
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Halal food offered 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
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 14Number of public PC workstations: 50Free parking (<500m)
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | |
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Baseball | |
Cooking | |
Dancing | |
Football (soccer) | |
Golf | |
Horse riding | |
Mountainbiking | |
Music | |
Rugby | |
Skiing | |
Swimming | |
Table Tennis | |
Tennis | |
Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Some activities are free and take place in school, others have an additional cost and may take place in the city centre
- Welcome morning coffee
- Weekly city sightseeing tour
- Arts and Crafts e.g. drawing club, christmas card making, cross stitching, cupcake decorating, origami
- Guided tours of different areas of the city
- Shopping (markets, high street, alternative shops)
- Gallery and Museum visits
- Weekly wows in school - free giveaways including hot chocolate, British cheeses, candyfloss, chocolate fountain, wine tasting etc.
Adults - Paid activities
- Group restaurant meals (approx. GBP 10-30)
- Football Stadium Tours (approx. GBP 10-16)
- Salsa Classes (approx. GBP 2)
- Beer tasting (approx. GBP 8)
- Indoor Sky Diving (approx. GBP 30)
- Bowling (approx. GBP 5)
Action and Discovery Packs:
Action Pack:
Action Pack - Football Fanatics - (APMAN)
Action Pack - Fun Pack - (AP3MAN)
Ice Skating and Bowling
Discovery Pack:
Discovery Pack - Liverpool & York - (DCPMAN)
Visit Liverpool, the European Capital of Culture, and the city of the world famous Beatles. Visit the historical city of York and learn about the Vikings.
Discovery Pack - Lake District - (DCP2MAN)
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | -- | 770 | 1155 | 1540 | 1925 | 2310 | 2695 | 3080 | 3850 | 4620 | 385 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Only available to book as an add-on for course options that don't already include accommodation.
Please note that the final price will fluctuate depending on whether booking is during the high season or not. Price will be confirmed upon initial booking request before payment.
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- InTuition
- Kaplan International Languages
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- MC Academy
- NCG - New College Group
- NCG - New College Group - Junior Summer School
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
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FAQ about EF International Language Center, Manchester
- What is the best price for a course at EF Languages Abroad, Manchester?English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 518 € for Summer Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by EF Languages Abroad?Yes. The school offers pickup from Manchester Airport ( €)
- What is the number of students per class at English First?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation)
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.