English inMargate, England UK
- The school houses the Hawley Club, which is the social centre of the school.
- Specialist English courses for Nursing, Aviation, Law, Engineering, Tourism
- Excellent rating of teaching quality (5.0/5.0)
- Top rated social activities (5.0/5.0)
- Top rated school facilities (4.5/5.0)
- Margate is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- E-learning platform.
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Location: Margate is in the English county of Kent, to the South East of the country and is known for its sandy beach, a rarity in the UK. The town is not just popular with tourists, locals from the big cities often escape for a day trip to breathe in the fresh sea air.
Getting around: There are regular trains to both Canterbury and London, where students wanting to explore more that England has to offer can visit the beautiful cathedral or explore the capital.
Local attractions: English In Margate holds its premises in a beautiful, quaint old building centrally based in the town. The beach, with it’s amusing Dreamland theme park close by, is a mere 10 minute walk from the school, the perfect way to catch a break from concentrating on your studies. For the art lovers, the Turner Contemporary Art Gallery is a must see and there is an unusual grotto of shells that would make for an interesting photo snap opportunity. Whatever you may need for a great stay here is within walking distance of the school and Margate has lots to offer you during your stay.
Course structure: The school first opened its doors over 25 years ago and since then it has not failed to offer quality and effective English classes to adult learners. There are a wide array of courses on offer to attract different types of students including general English classes, exam preparation courses, business English lessons, English for nurses and English for Golf. There is a multimedia study centre open into the evening for students to interact with fellow peers and continue their studying in a productive setting outside of lesson time.
- The language school English in was founded in Margate, England UK in 1995.
- Legal name / parent company: Margate Language Centre Limited
- Tax registration ID: GB624949510
English Courses
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Price at school Our price | 320 304 | 640 608 | 960 912 | 1280 1216 | 1600 1520 | 1920 1824 | 2240 2128 | 2400 2280 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 | 300 285 |
The Intensive Course consists of General English in the mornings (as specified for the Standard Course) and a choice of either ‘Skills for Social Interactions, Travel & Work’ or ‘Business English’. This ‘Lifeskills’ or ‘Business English’ approach in the afternoons enables a varied course programme catering to particular needs and preferences.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 280 266 | 560 532 | 840 798 | 1120 1064 | 1400 1330 | 1680 1596 | 1960 1862 | 1920 1824 | 2400 2280 | 2880 2736 | 240 228 |
The Standard Course, which students can join on any Monday, focuses primarily on the key skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. Underlying this is an emphasis on the communicative approach in which we encourage students to develop conversational fluency. This course takes place every morning throughout the year and suits anyone wishing to have more free time in the afternoons to devote to private study or exploration of the local area. Please note students at the B2 and C1 levels may join FCE and CAE preparation classes instead.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
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Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2700 2565 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is for beginners only. The first 4 weeks will consist of 20 group lessons with guided self study and from week 5 onwards there students will have 30 group lessons per week.
This course is aimed at students with little or no previous experience of English language learning and is designed to enable a smooth transition into an Elementary class. The main focus is on oral communication, although the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking are all covered, together with grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
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Price at school Our price | 680 646 | 1360 1292 | 2040 1938 | 2720 2584 | 3400 3230 | 4080 3876 | 4760 4522 | 5120 4864 | 6400 6080 | 7680 7296 | 640 608 |
This is combination course of 20 group lessons with 8 private classes per week.
Includes free 15-minute pre-arrival interview with the academic staff.
This option combines the benefits of a morning Standard Course (20 lessons) with individual classes in the afternoons to meet your specific business, academic or general English language needs.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 21:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 880 836 | 1760 1672 | 2640 2508 | 3520 3344 | 4400 4180 | 5280 5016 | 6160 5852 | 6720 6384 | 8400 7980 | 10080 9576 | 840 798 |
This is a combination course of 20 group lessons and 12 private classes per week.
Includes free 15-minute pre-arrival interview with the academic staff.
This option combines the benefits of a morning Standard Course (20 lessons) with individual classes in the afternoons to meet your specific business, academic or general English language needs.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 21:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 1450 1414 | 2900 2828 | 4350 4242 | 5800 5655 | 7250 7069 | 8700 8483 | 10150 9897 | 11600 11310 | 14500 14138 | 17400 16965 | 1450 1414 |
- Lessons per week in Low Season (from 01 Jan to 14 Jun and from 02 Sep to 20 Dec): 18 individual + 10 group
- Lessons per week in High Season (from 17 Jun to 30 Aug): 10 individual + 20 group
Package includes: - 15-minute pre-arrival interview
- Standard course in mornings (20 lessons per week) and 10 individual lessons per week in the afternoons
- 3 restaurant lunches per week
- Executive homestay or self-catering apartment with private bathroom and wi-fi
- Half-day trip on Friday each week (transport included)
- Local area bus pass •
- Arrival and departure transfers (Includes Gatwick/ Heathrow/Stansted/City/Ashford/Ebbsfleet/Port of Dover/ Folkestone)
- Registration fee and accommodation placement fee
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 21:30
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Price in £ | 575 547 | 1000 950 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is for mature students ages 40 and above.
It includes:
- All course material and resources.
- Membership of Hawley Club and Free Internet Facilities.
- In-house programme of Social Activities year-round.
- Use of the self-study centre.
- Detailed end-of-course report.
- Access to the online learning platform "Let's Learn English" for the duration of the course.
The bespoke 40+ course is designed specifically for mature students wishing to study with people of a similar age from across the globe. The course combines confidence-building lessons with visits, activities and excursions in and around the beautiful Isle of Thanet.
Classes will consist of 20 lessons (15 hours) per week, where you will be given the chance to study with students of a similar age to yourself on the exclusive 40+ course. You will also join an exciting, and tailor made, 40+ social programme that gives you the chance to immerse yourself in all of the amazing social, cultural and sporting activities that Thanet, and Kent, have to offer.
Highlights of the programme: - Level test to see what English level you are at
- Morning classes followed by afternoon activities
- 1 full day excursion and 3 half day excursions per week
- End of course certificate and report
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
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Price at school Our price | -- | 860 817 | 1290 1226 | 1720 1634 | 2150 2043 | 2580 2451 | 3280 3116 | 4100 3895 | 4920 4674 | 5330 5064 | 5740 5453 |
It includes the Standard course plus:
- Local area bus pass.
- 5 afternoon activities or excursions (Weekdays).
- 1 full-day excursion on Saturday.
- 2 evening activities in the Social Club or in the local area.
London Gatwick airport return transfers is GBP 240 for Summer vacation’ students.
This option gives you the opportunity to explore the local area and learn more about Kent, the Garden of England, and its rich heritage and culture. Ideal for students who want to add a holiday feel to their English lessons.
Please note students under the age of 18 have to book an Intensive Course if this option is not chosen.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
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Price at school Our price | 900 855 | 1800 1710 | 2700 2565 | 3600 3420 | 4500 4275 | 5400 5130 | 6300 5985 | 7200 6840 | 9000 8550 | 10800 10260 | 900 855 |
This is a package of 20 private lessons per week.
Includes free 15-minute pre-arrival interview. This option provides you with your personal teaching team who designs the course programme around your specific language requirements. All group courses can be taken as a one-to-one option.
Available during Low Season only: from 01 Jan to 14 Jun and from 02 Sep to 20 Dec.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
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Price at school Our price | 1200 1140 | 2400 2280 | 3600 3420 | 4800 4560 | 6000 5700 | 7200 6840 | 8400 7980 | 9600 9120 | 12000 11400 | 14400 13680 | 1200 1140 |
This is a pack of 30 private lessons per week. Includes free 15-minute pre-arrival interview. This option provides you with your personal teaching team who designs the course programme around your specific language requirements. All group courses can be taken as a one-to-one option.
Available during Low Season only: from 01 Jan to 14 Jun and from 02 Sep to 20 Dec.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 16:45
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Price in £ | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course consists of 20 group lessons and 10 group lessons of English for a Specific Purpose. The afternoons will be taken up covering vocabulary in different job roles through the use of scenarios, role-plays and case studies. Occupations available for this course are business, aviation, law, nursing, engineering, tourism & catering, oil & Gas, banking and public speaking.
These afternoon options enable course participants to build upon existing specialist knowledge, and to enhance and consolidate work-related performance. Language skills from different professional fields, focusing on vocabulary, expressions and pronunciation, are developed by means of scenarios, role-plays and case studies. Four distinct units of work are presented
each week, enabling students to join at any time. The course can be taken in two stays of one week and can be added to a longer stay.
Professional Fields Available: aviation, law, engineering, tourism & catering, oil & gas, banking, nursing, public speaking.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 16:45
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Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | 1500 1425 | 1875 1782 | 2250 2138 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
FCE is suitable for people who need English for professional or study purposes. The exam requires knowledge of all the language skills and the ability to use everyday written and spoken English at B1 level and above. The aim of the course is to familiarise students with the specific format of the examination and to develop appropriate strategies for the skills involved.
Students not taking the exam can join the preparation course, provided they meet the entry-level requirements.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 16:45
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Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | 1500 1425 | 1875 1782 | 2250 2138 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
CAE is suitable for people who need English for professional or study purposes. The exam requires knowledge of all the language skills and the ability to use everyday written and spoken English at B2 level and above. The aim of the course is to familiarise students with the specific format of the examination and to develop appropriate strategies for the skills involved.
Students not taking the exam can join the preparation course, provided they meet the entry level requirements.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 16:45
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Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | 1500 1425 | 1875 1782 | 2250 2138 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is the required examination for entrance into the UK, Australian and New Zealand institutes of higher education, and is increasingly becoming one of the most important English exams for adult learners. The aims of the course are to familiarise you with the specific format of the examination and to develop appropriate strategies and skills. Please note, that students who are not taking the exam can join the preparation course, provided they meet the entry-level requirements.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 16:45
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Price in £ | 780 741 | 1560 1482 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
It includes: 3 rounds of golf per week, conversational English during rounds, transport to and from golf clubs. Playing partner is provided.
It is recommended that you bring your own set of golf clubs and a handicap certificate, otherwise clubs can be hired. Lessons or coaching can be arranged for an additional fee.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
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Price in £ | 680 646 | 1360 1292 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This Structured Training Course is recommended for non-/near-native teachers working with students aged 10+. It may also be of interest to teachers of other languages or CLIL, due to the extensive focus on methodology.
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Price in £ | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1275 1212 | 1700 1615 | 2125 2019 | 2550 2423 | 2975 2827 | 3400 3230 | -- | -- | -- |
The package includes 30 lessons of English language training, one half-day cultural visit per week, one full-day cultural visit every two weeks and one working lunch per week, excluding entrance fees and accommodation.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:00
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Price in £ | 650 618 | 1300 1235 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The English Language and Methodology Course is aimed at teachers working with students age 10+. Teachers can take courses for 1 or 2 weeks. This course combines 10 sessions focussing on professional development with 20 English language training.
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Price in £ | 750 713 | 1500 1425 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
It is aimed at primary and secondary teachers wanting to enhance their
communicative skills, classroom English usage and improve personal English skills for teaching. Participants will be seeking inspiration for thematic/ CLIL teaching in the primary or secondary school environment.
Information for all courses offered by English in
In high season from 17 Jun to 30 Aug, students aged 16 - 17 are requested to book either an Intensive Course or the Summer Vacation Option (when available).
Airport transfer:
Channel Ports: (Dover, Folkestone): GBP 90
Eurostar Station: (St Pancras International): GBP 150
(Please note that transfers may be shared).
Arrival transfer to London Gatwick Airport (South Terminal) at a fixed price of GBP 100 every Sunday.
(Meet at Costa Coffee opposite exit from baggage at 15:00. Students arriving at north terminal should take shuttle train to south terminal.
Students should request this service at time of booking and confirm flight details at least 2 weeks before arrival. Offer applies to stays of
four weeks or more.)
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
English in
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Garden
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
Heating in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 9
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Airport transfer
340 £ return (both ways)
320 £ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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Golf | |
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Swimming | |
Table Tennis | |
Tennis | |
Volleyball | |
Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Beach games
- Hawley Club (located on the school premises): movie nights, table tennis, games nights and karaoke nights
Adults - Paid activities
- Canterbury and Canterbury Catherdal
- Turner Contemporary Art Gallery
- Ramsgate Royal Harbour
- Discover Broadstairs
- Crazy golf and bowling
- Local sports centre
- Westwood Cross shopping centre
- Sandwich (one of the best preserved medieval towns in England)
Whitstable.
Junior - Free activities
- Richborough Roman Fort
- Westgate Cinema
- Paintballing
- Skate-park
- Bowling
- Margate Museum
- Turner Contemporary Art Gallery
- The Shell Grotto
Junior - Paid activities
Accommodation
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Price in £ | 185 | 370 | 555 | 740 | 925 | 1110 | 1295 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 185 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Students have a single room (unless 2 students booking together ask to share). During high season the school reserves the right to place a student aged under 18 in a twin room with another student of the same gender and a similar age but a different first language.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in £ | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1140 | 1425 | 1710 | 1995 | 2280 | 2850 | 3420 | 285 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
This guarantees a higher-quality home and above-average size bedroom with private bathroom facilities. In addition, many of the rooms have televisions. A weekly bus pass, offering unlimited travel around the local area, is included. There may be another student of a different nationality in the home at the same time.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in £ | 213 | 426 | 639 | 852 | 1065 | 1278 | 1491 | 1704 | 2130 | 2556 | 213 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Students have a single room (unless 2 students booking together ask to share). During high season the school reserves the right to place a student aged under 18 in a twin room with another student of the same gender and a similar age but a different first language.
Full-board option includes packed lunches on weekdays and on school day trips.
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Questions and answers about English in
- Can I start the 40+ course any Monday?“The 40+ course has specific starting dates that you can find in the course description. If you have trouble finding them or if you are looking for a course next year and cannot find any starting dates published yet, just let us know and we will be happy to check availability for you. ”Louise Granath, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 28, 2022
- Is there any minimum required English level to book the IELTS Exam Preparation?“The minimum required English level to book the IELTS exam preparation is B2 - upper-intermediate.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 19, 2023
- Is the exam fee included in the IELTS exam preparation?“The exam fee is not included in the price and it will have to be paid individually.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 19, 2023
FAQ about English in, Margate
- What is the best price for a course at English in Margate, Margate?English courses at English in Margate start at 266 £ for Standard Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by English in?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of English in
- Is airport pickup offered by English in Margate?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (170 £), London Gatwick Airport (160 £)
- What is the number of students per class at English in?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English in varies from 1 students (Individual Package 20) to 12 students (Intensive Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at English in?95% of teachers at English in hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of English in from?The highest Nationality percentage at English in comes from France with a 25% representation, followed by students from Spain (18%) and Italy (17%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- English in offers courses for which ages?English in offers courses from 14 years (Summer Vacation Course, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 29 for the rest of the year.