Connect English AcademyCardiff, Wales
Location: Connect English Academy is located in the boisterous Welsh Capital city of Cardiff. Housed on the outskirts of Cardiff's beautiful Castle Quarter, the surrounding area of the school offers students all they need in terms of supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and attractions, ensuring they have a memorable time whilst achieving their language goals. The Cardiff Queen Street Train station is within a 2-minute walk of the school with the 11th century Cardiff Castle also within a 12-minute walk of the school's front doors.
Course selection: Course selection with Connect English Academy is very straightforward in that there are General courses (Intensive/Standard/Evening) and Exam Preparation programmes in FCE, CAE and IELTS. Private lessons are also available individually or in conjunction with any other course, ensuring students meet their language goals whilst studying with the school.
Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available throughout the year, with the school having several local Homestay facilities at their disposal.
Social and Cultural: Connect English Academy has a credible social events calendar, taking full advantage of the many activities and social events that happen in Cardiff throughout the year. Activities can include trips to Cardiff Castle, ice skating, day trips to Cardiff International White Water and much more!
Accreditations and Associations: Connect English Academy is accredited by the British Council for its excellent standards of tuition and student care. The school is also a registered Exam Preparation Centre for Cambridge exams and is a member of EnglishUK.
- The language school Connect English Academy was founded in Cardiff, Wales in 2015.
- Legal name / parent company: Connect English Academy Ltd.
- Tax registration ID: 12351846
English Courses
This course includes 15 hours of General English plus 6 hours of Skills Sessions.
This course is for students who want to be able to communicate in English in everyday social and professional situations.
It will give students the solid foundation they need, developing their fluency and accuracy. General classes include grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and the four main skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing.
It includes 15 hours of General English lessons and 6 hours of Skills lessons.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
This course is for students who want to be able to communicate in English in everyday social and professional situations.
It will give students the solid foundation they need, developing their fluency and accuracy. General classes include grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and the four main skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
This course is for students who want to be able to communicate in English in everyday social and professional situations.
It will give students the solid foundation they need, developing their fluency and accuracy. General classes include grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and the four main skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Afternoon: 18:00 - 20:00
These sessions are a unique opportunity to focus 100% on your needs.
If you want to work on specific areas of improving your English or feel that the other courses might not be suitable for you, one-to-one lessons might be the perfect option for you.
One-to-one lessons are customised to improve your specific weaknesses, while also working on your overall English ability. In these lessons, you will be able to work more intensively with the teacher’s undivided attention. Therefore, progress is much faster than in a normal class.
The lessons will be prepared to suit the student and include a variety of topics and skills. The content can be negotiated between the teacher and the student.
This course gives students the opportunity to practice the necessary skills and test-taking
techniques to pass the Cambridge exams.
Cambridge FCE (Frist Certificate) is the best exam to prove you can use every day written and spoken English for work or study purposes.
This preparation course gives you the opportunity to practice the necessary skills and test-taking techniques for the Cambridge exams.
An FCE qualification proves you have the language skills to live and work independently in an English-speaking country or to study on courses taught in English.
The course’s outcome is for you to understand the different type of exam tasks and techniques of each part of the FCE test, and improve your reading, writing, speaking and understanding a wide range of practical English, as well as enhance your communication skills and the ability to understand and produce a wide range of spoken and written tasks.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
This course gives students the opportunity to practice the necessary skills and test-taking
techniques to pass the Cambridge exams. This course includes 15 hours of FCE Preparation plus 6 hours of Skills Sessions.
Cambridge FCE (Frist Certificate) is the best exam to prove you can use every day written and spoken English for work or study purposes.
This preparation course gives you the opportunity to practice the necessary skills and test-taking techniques for the Cambridge exams.
An FCE qualification proves you have the language skills to live and work independently in an English-speaking country or to study on courses taught in English.
The course’s outcome is for you to understand the different type of exam tasks and techniques of each part of the FCE test, and improve your reading, writing, speaking and understanding a wide range of practical English, as well as enhance your communication skills and the ability to understand and produce a wide range of spoken and written tasks.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
This course gives students the opportunity to practice the necessary skills and test-taking
techniques to pass the Cambridge exams.
This preparation course gives you the opportunity to practice the necessary skills and test-taking techniques for the Cambridge exams.
A CAE qualification demonstrates that you can follow an academic course at university level, communicate effectively at a managerial and professional level, and express yourself with a high level of fluency.
The course’s outcome is for you to understand the different type of exam tasks and techniques of each part of the CAE test, and improve your reading, writing, speaking and understanding a wide range of practical English, as well as enhance your communication skills and the ability to understand and produce a wide range of spoken and written tasks.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
This course gives students the opportunity to practice the necessary skills and test-taking
techniques to pass the Cambridge exams. This course includes 15 hours of CAE Preparation plus 6 hours of Skills Sessions.
This preparation course gives you the opportunity to practice the necessary skills and test-taking techniques for the Cambridge exams.
A CAE qualification demonstrates that you can follow an academic course at university level, communicate effectively at a managerial and professional level, and express yourself with a high level of fluency.
The course’s outcome is for you to understand the different type of exam tasks and techniques of each part of the CAE test, and improve your reading, writing, speaking and understanding a wide range of practical English, as well as enhance your communication skills and the ability to understand and produce a wide range of spoken and written tasks.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
In this course, students will receive all the information they need about IELTS and learn
skills and strategies to maximise their score in the exam.
In this IELTS Preparation course, you will receive all the information you need about IELTS and learn techniques and strategies to maximise your score in the exam.
During your study, your teacher will give you regular IELTS practice tests, followed by feedback and advice on how to improve.
All lessons are focused on developing techniques necessary for the IELTS exam.
This course’s outcome is for you to understand the exam technique and strategies for each part of the IELTS test. Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, and enhance your English language in an academic context.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
In this course, students will receive all the information they need about IELTS and learn
skills and strategies to maximise their score in the exam. This course includes 15 hours of IELTS Preparation plus 6 hours of Skills Sessions.
In this IELTS Preparation course, you will receive all the information you need about IELTS and learn techniques and strategies to maximise your score in the exam.
During your study, your teacher will give you regular IELTS practice tests, followed by feedback and advice on how to improve.
This course includes general English and IELTS exam preparation skills sessions. The skills lessons are focused on developing skills and knowledge necessary.
This course’s outcome is for you to understand the exam technique and strategies for each part of the IELTS test. Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, and enhance your English language in an academic context.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
Information for all courses offered by Connect English Academy
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Connect English Academy
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Daily press
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 4
Student Age
Airport transfer
340 £ return (both ways)
70 £ return (both ways)
150 £ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
---|---|---|
Ballet | - | 1 km |
Baseball | | 1 km |
Basketball | | 1 km |
Cooking | - | 1 km |
Cricket | | 1 km |
Dancing | | - |
Diving | | 2 km |
Field Hockey | - | 1 km |
Football (soccer) | | 1 km |
Golf | | 2 km |
Horse riding | | 2 km |
Ice Hockey | | 1 km |
Mountainbiking | | 4 km |
Music | | - |
Rugby | | 1 km |
Sailing | | 1 km |
Skiing | | 2 km |
Squash | | 1 km |
Swimming | | 1 km |
Table Tennis | | - |
Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | 1 km |
Windsurfing | - | 2 km |
Yoga | | - |
FAQ about Connect English Academy, Cardiff
- Is airport pickup offered by Connect English?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (175 £), Cardiff Airport (40 £), Bristol Airport (80 £)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Connect English Academy?100% of teachers at Connect English Academy hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Connect English Academy offers courses for which ages?Connect English Academy offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.