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Price at school	320£

General English
Language School in Portsmouth

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The full-time General Course is intended to deliver 22.5 hours of English classes every week that cover all areas of language study evenly. The daily classes are divided into two broad types; the morning grammar and vocabulary sessions, and the afternoon conversation and listening sessions. This clear division of time ensures that equal importance is being given to each of these important areas of development, and lets you have a better idea of what to expect before you attend classes. Class sizes are kept to a maximum of 12 students, making participating in speaking activities more inviting for many people. Participants can expect regular homework and progress testing throughout this programme. The full-time General English course offers intensive study and practices across all areas of the language. The morning class focuses on improving your grammar with plenty of opportunities for speaking and using the language in context. Loosely following the syllabus of the course book, the school tries to give you what you can’t do easily in your own country: lots of focus on speaking and listening. While learning the grammar and vocabulary of the topic, you’ll get reading and writing practice. In the afternoon, you’ll practise English for everyday situations and use your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills to explore a range of interesting themes. The afternoon is a chance for you to immerse yourself in real-world English. Don’t be surprised if your teacher takes you out of the class and into town to complete a real-world speaking activity such as interviewing native English speakers on the street or ordering food and drink in a café. A chance to learn useful phrases will really increase your confidence in real-life social situations! Key Facts 22.5 hours (60 minutes) per week Start any Monday (except bank holidays) Minimum length 1 week Maximum students per class 12 (average 8) Minimum age 18 (average 23) Friday afternoons are free to study or explore the city. Free access to online learning platform Sensations English for 1 year

Lessons per week: 22.5 (60 minutes per lesson)

Max. students per class: 12

Starting dates: Every Monday

Required minimum language level: Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

General English (225 lessons per week)

Price at school	405£

Price at school

405£

FREE cancellation

FREE changes

Junior Summer School
NCG - New College Group - Junior Summer School

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This programme includes weekly activities and weekend excursions, course materials and an end of course certificate. Compulsory medical/travel insurance needs to be purchased, as well as unaccompanied minor meet & greet service.Unaccompanied minor charge: GBP 75Improve your English language skills and have a summer of fun with the Junior Summer School. Gain new skills, practise your English, and explore the city during your stay in the UK or Ireland. Why attend the English language summer school? It is never too early to start learning English. NCG is passionate about providing young people from around the world with fun experiences and high-quality teaching. The engaging classes and fun activities will help young learners not only develop their English language skills, but also build their confidence and make new friends from across the globe. Quality education and a summer of new experiences With experience teaching students from across the globe, NCG facilitates learning styles from a range of cultures. Through expertly created lessons, they provide the necessary skills young learners need to learn English, and the social programme offers students additional unmatched exposure to the language. The skilled staff are an important part of the Junior Summer School. All NCG educators are certified with the required skills to teach English. In addition, the staff go through background and safeguarding checks and complete health and safety training. What’s included? The school wants to provide young learners with the best English language summer school experience possible. That’s why, as part of the programme, all young learners will receive: - 15 hours’ English language lessons per week - Single room accommodation - Free and paid for excursions and activities - All relevant study materials - A course completion certificate

Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)

Max. students per class: 15

Starting dates: 23 Jun 2024, 30 Jun 2024, 07 Jul 2024, 14 Jul 2024, 21 Jul 2024, 28 Jul 2024, 04 Aug 2024, 11 Aug 2024

Required minimum language level: Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

Junior Summer School (15 lessons per week)

Price at school	1025£

Price at school

1025£

1002£

Includes accommodation

FREE cancellation

FREE changes

Price at school	425£

Standard 15
Home Language International - HLI

3.52 ratings - All Students

You will live and study in your teacher’s home in Portsmouth, where you’ll enjoy 15 hours of one-to-one classes that have been customised to your general, academic or professional goals. You’ll also be provided with your three daily meals by your host family, and these meals are an excellent opportunity to sit down together and socialise in English. A 15-hour-per-week schedule is fairly easy to manage, so you’ll have a lot of free time for exploring Portsmouth and finding out where all your favourite spots are. If history is what you want to take in first, you should check out the city’s two cathedrals, as well as the impressive Southsea Castle. If you prefer to know where all your entertainment and shopping possibilities are, then perhaps make a start with the Gunwharf Quays. All teachers possess a teaching qualification or a university degree related to education. Additionally, all home tuition houses are inspected by HLI to ensure that guests have the environment they need for learning in comfort. The school asks guests to get in contact with their Local Organiser if they ever have any issues during their stay. With this programme, you will be completely immersed in the target language and culture. The private lessons will take place at the teacher’s home and are tailored to your needs and interests. The programme also includes accommodation in a private bedroom (Sunday to Sunday) and 3 meals per day with the teacher’s family. You can customise your stay by booking additional lessons, activities, courses for specific purposes, private bathroom, accommodation of superior standard, airport transfer and close supervision for young students.

Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)

Max. students per class: 1

Starting dates: Every Monday

Required minimum language level: Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

Standard 15 (15 lessons per week)

Price at school	1030£

Price at school

1030£

979£

Includes accommodation

FREE cancellation

FREE changes

Summer Camp
Embassy English(EC)

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Nestled by Southsea’s seafront close to the University of Portsmouth, our centre and accommodation are a brief stroll from the Historic Dockyard, and Clarence Pier. Southsea’s top attractions include Spinnaker Tower and Southsea Castle, which are a stone’s throw away from the accommodation at Rees Hall. **Language Programme** - Taught by friendly and professional English teachers - 20 x 45 minute lessons per week morning or afternoon - Placement test on day 1 to ensure students in appropriate level - Maximum 17 students per class - Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities - Spacious modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards - Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills - Materials included as well as an end of course report and certificate **Accommodation** - Room Type: Single room with en-suite - Bathroom: Ratio 1:1 students - Room set up: Rooms laid out along corridors with a small communal kitchen facility on each floor - What’s in a room: Single bed, wardrobe, desk, chair - Common room: Yes - Cleaning: Weekly - Linen cleaning: Changed weekly - Towels: Students bring their own towels - Laundry: Available in residence - Meals: Served in on-site dining hall - Distance to classes: A pleasant 10 minute walk through the historic area of Southsea **Activities & excursions** All our programmes include a variety of full day and half day excursions, and students also have the opportunity to take part in additional trips (known as optional excursions) if they want to explore the locality further. When not out on excursions, we also offer our students a wide range of activities to enjoy. These activities vary differently from centre-to-centre and are very much dependent on the facilities available to us, but in general we always try to include a range of sporting and non-sporting events as well as larger, whole school, evening activities such as discos, karaoke and cultural quizzes. Our activity programme is designed to ensure that students maximise their opportunities to mix and meet with other students from all over the world in a less formal setting than a classroom, that they continue to use their English language outside of the classroom and that, most importantly they remain healthy, happy and have a fun experience!

Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)

Max. students per class: 17

Starting dates: 30 Jun 2024, 07 Jul 2024, 14 Jul 2024, 21 Jul 2024, 28 Jul 2024, 04 Aug 2024, 11 Aug 2024

Required minimum language level: Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

Summer Camp (20 lessons per week)

Price at school	1100£

Price at school

1100£

1075£

Includes accommodation

FREE cancellation

FREE changes

Price at school	1140£

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Reviews by former students who attended a course in Portsmouth

Organization, teachers, staff

10 December 2018
Course: IELTS Exam Preparation - 4 weeks
Student age: 34 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

DavideLanguage School in Portsmouth

The city and the teachers

9 August 2016
Course: General English - 2 weeks
Student age: 19 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

WilliamLanguage School in Portsmouth

The central location and the teachers

9 August 2016
Course: IELTS Exam Preparation - 3 weeks
Student age: 23 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

Angela MariannaLanguage School in Portsmouth

the building and the teaching method. I liked a lot the possibility to know and interact with people from all over the wolrd.

5 November 2012
Course: General English - 2 weeks
Student age: 31 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

FrancescoLanguage School in Portsmouth

The books, some teachers and the computer room.
Student should speak English all the time! The school should have more control about this!

8 August 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 30 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

Sara Language School in Portsmouth

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.

28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

FábioLanguage School in Portsmouth

4.2 | 51 reviews

FábioLanguage School in Portsmouth

4.2 | 51 reviews

FábioLanguage School in Portsmouth

4.2 | 51 reviews

FábioLanguage School in Portsmouth

people from every country, very interesting!

5 September 2011
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

Andrea Language School in Portsmouth

Good milieu; teachers are very pleasant and they try to made the lessons as fun as they can.
In my opinion the best way to learn English is staying with a Host family and try to speak as much as you can with them.

31 August 2011
Course: IELTS Exam Preparation - 4 weeks
Student age: 27 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

Francisco JavierLanguage School in Portsmouth

The education system.

31 August 2010
Course: Intensive General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 24 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

Alexandra Language School in Portsmouth

the teachers are great, because they are also partners in the same situation as you and we help each other and new people coming every Monday and Friday is going one, so many people know.

23 November 2009
Course: Intensive General English - 6 weeks
Student age: 27 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

PaulaLanguage School in Portsmouth

The opportunity to meet people from all around the world.
Some teachers are very very good, some others not. Good luck.

29 September 2009
Course: General English + Business English - 3 weeks
Student age: 30 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

GiovanniLanguage School in Portsmouth

The teachers, the possibility to stay with students that come from every part of the world.
Great service, helpful, always friendly and fast.

4 September 2009
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

DaniloLanguage School in Portsmouth

the teachers

16 April 2009
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Student age: 24 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

DanielaLanguage School in Portsmouth

Teacher

14 April 2009
Course: Intensive General English - 10 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

Claudia Language School in Portsmouth

You can always speak with the staff of the school, if something isn't good for you. And you can find some solutions together.
Please, Speak with all the students you meet! The more you speak, the more you can enjoy your trip and learn English! See you soon.

1 April 2009
Course: IELTS Exam Preparation - 2 weeks
Student age: 29 years

4.2 | 51 reviews

GeorgesLanguage School in Portsmouth

Q&A - Questions and answers about Portsmouth

We are looking for a 4-week course for our 10-year-old daughter. I am also interested in attending an adult course in the same school in Portsmouth. Do you have any options?
“In Portsmouth Spinnaker School Of English offers English lessons for students aged 16 and up year-round and Junior lessons for students from 7 to 15 years old in the summer.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 03, 2023
I need a school for my mother, 60 years old. Do you offer English lessons for students of all ages?
“In Portsmouth, the schools are open year-round and students can start their English programs on any Monday.
The groups are organized according to the English level and teachers have plenty of experience in having students of all ages and adapting the content and rhythm of the class to students regardless of their age.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 02, 2023

FAQ about courses in Portsmouth

What is the best language school for adults in Portsmouth?
ILC - International Language Centres has received the best overall rating in Portsmouth.
Which English school in Portsmouth has the best location?
ILC - International Language Centres, located in 7-9 Edinburgh Road has been voted as the school with the best location in Portsmouth.
How did students rate Portsmouth compared to other cities?
Students rated Portsmouth with 4.1 stars out of 5.
What is the best airport to arrive to in Portsmouth?
Best airport to arrive to in Portsmouth is Southampton / Weather Centre (25.1 km from city center). Alternative airports: London Gatwick (75.1 km), London Heathrow (86.7 km). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Portsmouth.
What type of business English courses are offered in Portsmouth?
In Portsmouth the following courses are offered specifically for business English: Business English Group, Business English Private, Banking & Finance, Medical English, Legal English, English for Aviation.