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NCG - New College GroupLiverpool, England UK

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4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of NCG - New College Group, Liverpool
Ranked #2 of 10 English schools in Liverpool
School
Location of the school
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Facilities
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Social activities
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

(4)
Students 18-30 years
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

(6)
Students 31-49 years
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

(4)
Students 50+ years
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

(1)
What we like about the school
  • One free organised social activity per week.
  • Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (5.0/5.0)
  • Top rated social activities (4.3/5.0)
  • Welcome dinner.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
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: This school is located in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, so students can access anything that they need in an instant. There are plenty of shopping options, restaurants, bars, museums, theatres and cafes around NCG, and The St Johns Shopping Centre is under 10 minutes by foot from the school.

Travelling around Liverpool: The school is around the corner from James Street train station, which runs through the city and to surrounding cities on the Merseyrail Line. The Central Liverpool Train Station is another option and just 7 minutes by foot from the school. Bus routes run past the school entrance, and are an excellent way to navigate the city. The main area of Liverpool is very accessible by foot.

Main attractions: Due to its location, NCG is close to all the main attractions that are in the centre of Liverpool. The Liverpool Beatles Museum is just 3 minutes away from the school, whilst the pier is 8 minutes by foot. On the edge of the River Mersey is the Museum of Liverpool, Tate Liverpool, Maritime Museum and Titanic Memorial Liverpool.

Course structure: NCG provides a range of English classes; general English in a range of intensities and IELTS exam preparation courses for those that would like to pass this important English exam.

Accommodation: NCG has a wide range of homestay options so that students can fully immerse themselves in the English language and culture during their stay by staying with a local family. They also offer a residence for students who prefer to interact with other students and like minded people whilst they improve their English.

Chain school: NCG - New College Group is a collection of English language schools located in the UK and Ireland. The teaching technique used is student-based, regardless of the course, so that each student is treated as an individual and able to reach their full learning potential. They are accredited by the British Council for teaching English in their UK schools, and accredited by ACELS in Ireland.
  • The language school NCG - New College Group was founded in Liverpool, England UK in 2015.
  • Legal name / parent company: NCG Holdings Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: GB108488203
  • Abbreviated name of school: NCG Liverpool

English Courses

General Language
Private
Business
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by NCG - New College Group

Comments about courses

Students under 18 are required to submit a parental consent form and must book homestay and airport transfers.

  • Medical and Travel Insurance: GBP 7.5 (per week).
  • Change school fee: GBP 100.
  • Manchester Airport transfer: GBP 120 (one way), GBP 240 (return).

    Course material price:
  • 1-8 weeks: GBP 40
  • 9-16 weeks: GBP 70
  • 17-24 weeks: GBP 100
  • 25-35 weeks: GBP 130
  • 36+ weeks: GBP 160.
Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
75.00 £
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 40 £ per course level.
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.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.

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 Welcome dinner
  • 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 NCG - New College Group, Liverpool 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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  • NCG Reception
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  • NCG - Liverpool
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  • Student area
    Student area6/11
  • Time to relax!
    Time to relax!7/11
  • In class
    In class8/11
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NCG - New College Group (NCG)

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
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at NCG - New College Group and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoEurocard - logoAmerican Express - logoPayPal - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Video game console

  • Table soccer / football

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • 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

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 13
    Number of public PC workstations: 20

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Throughout the year: 100
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 21 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Liverpool Airport:
60 £ one way
120 £ return (both ways)
More information about airports around Liverpool and how to get from the airport to Liverpool on your own here on our Liverpool 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.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
75 £

Leisure activities

activity possible
Ballet
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Diving
Field Hockey
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Music
Rugby
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Conversation club, debate club, student council, sporting activities, arts & crafts, etc

Adults - Paid activities

National park visits, live music, bowling, go karting, Anfield stadium visit

Accommodation

Ratings of NCG - New College Group compared to ratings of all schools in England UK

 NCG - New College Group LiverpoolAverage of all other schools in England UK
Overall school rating4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Value for money4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared flat4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Student opinions about NCG - New College Group, Liverpool

Liked
Friendly and comfortable atmosphere
Insider tips about what future students should not miss If you are a sociable person, I recommend choosing a student residence accommodation option, it's close to the school and there are always other students around.
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
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City Centre Student Residence - Standard.
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Super-Intensive English  - 6 weeks
28. Jan. 2019
Liked
How friendly and helpful staff were
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)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: General English - 5 weeks
29. Aug. 2018
Liked
The teacher is very good.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Online: General English (15) [English] - 5 weeks
5. May. 2021
Liked
Classrooms for recreation
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The school is well organized, with excellent teachers prepared and welcoming
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
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: IELTS Exam Preparation [Inglese] - 3 weeks
16. Jul. 2018
Liked
Lessons and activities.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

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
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Intensive English  - 2 weeks
23. Jul. 2019
Liked
Cordiality
Disliked
Classrooms a bit dirty
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Super-Intensive English  - 3 weeks
7. Nov. 2022

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Merchant's Court, 2-12 Lord Street, - L2 1TS Liverpool
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Questions and answers about NCG - New College Group

  • Group courses are booked on a weekly basis. If you are unable to attend classes every day, you can book some private lessons.
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - May 30, 2023

FAQ about NCG - New College Group,

  • English courses at NCG - New College Group start at 233 £ for General English course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation City Centre Student Residence - Standard. is the most popular among all our clients of New College Group
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Liverpool Airport (60 £)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at New College Group varies from 1 students (One-to-One Lessons) to 15 students (Intensive English )
  • 100% of teachers at NCG - New College Group hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at NCG - New College Group comes from Saudi Arabia with a 23.26% representation, followed by students from Spain (18.22%) and France (15.50%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • NCG - New College Group offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 21 for the rest of the year.

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