Purley Language CollegeLondon, England UK
Location: Purley Language College is located in the cosmopolitan and diverse city of London, England. Housed in a residential area of Purley in Croydon, a 20-minute train ride from London city centre, students have everything they need in terms of supermarkets, shops, eateries and sports complexes close by, ensuring students have a memorable and engaging time in London. The Purley train station is a short 7-minute walk from the school, warranting that all of London's attractions are just a short journey away.
Course selection: A school with over 90 years of teaching experience, Purley is a family-owned and run school that is unique unto itself. Course selection is varied and includes something for students of all levels and various disciplines. General English (adults, teenagers and children) and IELTS Preparation programmes are available all year round, with specialised Junior Packages available throughout the summer months.
Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available through the school, with options in Residence and Homestay suitable for individual students or travelling companions.
School facilities: The facilities of the school are of a very high standard, as can be seen through its accreditation by the British Council. Purley Language College is housed within a renovated Victorian-style house and accommodates facilities such as a garden, free after-class access to language learning software, a library, a computer lab, a recreational area and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise.
- The language school Purley Language College was founded in London, England UK in 1928.
- Legal name / parent company: Purley Language College Ltd
- Tax registration ID: 4157059
English Courses
This is the standard course offered by Purley Language College, and participants can expect to work on all basic language skills such as: Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking, Grammar, and Vocabulary expansion.
Tests are conducted every 3 weeks to measure progress.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
This course combines group lessons with private one-to-one tutoring.
This is the standard course offered by Purley Language College, and participants can expect to work on all basic language skills such as: Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking, Grammar, and Vocabulary expansion.
In addition to the content of the general English course, participants also take private lessons focused on the subjects of their choosing.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
The classes for teenagers and young adults use materials that are appropriate for their age. Themes are selected that will interest them, such as food, fashion or sport, and encourage the students to practise speaking the language as much as possible. The school does lots of pronunciation work and teaches useful language that can be used in real situations.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
This experience offers young learners:
- Monday to Friday tuition from 09:00 am to 12:15 pm
- Airport transfer - Arrival and departure (Gatwick or Heathrow)
- 7 nights homestay accommodation, full board, shared room
- Daily transfer to and from college and homestay
- 5 half day excursions (between Monday-Friday)
- 1 full day excursion on Saturdays
- 2 evening activities
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 18:30
16 lessons per week specifically designed to help students prepare for the IELTS exam.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:25
19 lessons per week specifically designed to help students prepare for the IELTS exam.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:25
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:25
This course combines the General English course with specific IELTS lessons to help students prepare for the exam and improve their language abilities.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:30
This course combines the General English course with specific IELTS lessons to help students prepare for the exam and improve their language abilities.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:25
Information for all courses offered by Purley Language College
Bookings starting in 2020: we are offering our 2019/2020 prices until 31 August 2020.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- 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 Free local SIM card
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
Purley Language College
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Garden
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Table tennis
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
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 most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 9Number of public PC workstations: 25Free parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age
Airport transfer
210 £ return (both ways)
300 £ return (both ways)
140 £ return (both ways)
260 £ return (both ways)
270 £ return (both ways)
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FAQ about Purley Language College, London
- Is airport pickup offered by Purley Language College?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (110 £), Luton Airport (155 £), London Gatwick Airport (75 £), London City Airport (135 £), London Stansted Airport (140 £)
- What is the number of students per class at Purley Language College?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Purley Language College varies from 15 students (General English - GEAM15) to 15 students (General English - GEAM15)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Purley Language College?90% of teachers at Purley Language College hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Purley Language College offers courses for which ages?Purley Language College offers courses from 8 years (Junior course , 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 15 during the summer and 29 for the rest of the year.