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EF International Language CenterManchester, England UK

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Price at School 545€
From 518€ per week
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What we like about the school
  • Private garden space with summer BBQ patio.
  • TOP 12% highest inspection scores among all UK schools in British Council inspection (Gazette 2021/2022).
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: EF International Language Center Manchester is located in the industrial and vibrant city of Manchester, England. The school is housed in a fantastic stately Victorian building, right in the heart of the student hot spot of the Fallowfield area. Surrounding EF Manchester there are parks, universities, shops, eateries and much entertainment, ensuring a student's time inside and outside of the classroom is both exciting and informative. A short 30-minute journey from the city centre, students of the school are in an excellent position, 5km outside of the city centre, to enjoy Manchester and all it has to offer. The Manchester International airport is around a 60-minute journey from the school via public transport.

School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students' all they may need to reach their language goals in a comfortable environment. Classrooms have state-of-the-art technology, are spacious, and have excellent lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a games room, a garden and a variety of games tables. The school also has a patio and bbq area and excellent links to public transport. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.

Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available through the school in Homestay, Residence or local Hotel facilities.

School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!

EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.

Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
  • Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
  • Abbreviated name of school: EF Manchester

English Courses

General Language
Business
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center

Comments about courses

The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-6 weeks is EUR 55
7-12 weeks is EUR 95
13-18 weeks is EUR 145
19-24 weeks is EUR 195
25-30 weeks is EUR 245
31-36 weeks is EUR 295
37-42 weeks is EUR 345
43-48 weeks is EUR 395
49-52 weeks is EUR 445.

Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).

Students must book a travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Manchester. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:

  • Two weeks: EUR 85.
  • Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
    Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.

    Accommodation:
  • The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 55 per week.
  • Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
  • Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
Lesson duration
40 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 €
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 120 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
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 before the start of the course via an online form.

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 Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
Note: All courses offered by EF International Language Center, Manchester 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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  • Reception in EF Manchester
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EF International Language Center (EF)

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalISI
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at EF International Language Center and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Student support desk

  • Video game console

  • Table tennis

  • Free water dispenser

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • 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

    • Arabic homestays available

  • Classroom equipment

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 14
    Number of public PC workstations: 50
    Free parking (<500m)

Additional comment about facilities of school

Gym, games room, library, gardens with decking, and multiple study rooms.

Student Age

Minimum age of students
16 years

Airport transfer

Manchester Airport:
115 € return (both ways)
More information about airports around Manchester and how to get from the airport to Manchester on your own here on our Manchester 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)
South America: 85 €
,
Africa: 85 €
,
Asia: 85 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possible
Baseball
Cooking
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Music
Rugby
Skiing
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Examples of free activities
- Some activities are free and take place in school, others have an additional cost and may take place in the city centre
- Welcome morning coffee
- Weekly city sightseeing tour
- Arts and Crafts e.g. drawing club, christmas card making, cross stitching, cupcake decorating, origami
- Guided tours of different areas of the city
- Shopping (markets, high street, alternative shops)
- Gallery and Museum visits
- Weekly wows in school - free giveaways including hot chocolate, British cheeses, candyfloss, chocolate fountain, wine tasting etc.

Adults - Paid activities

Examples of excursions and other activities:
- Group restaurant meals (approx. GBP 10-30)
- Football Stadium Tours (approx. GBP 10-16)
- Salsa Classes (approx. GBP 2)
- Beer tasting (approx. GBP 8)
- Indoor Sky Diving (approx. GBP 30)
- Bowling (approx. GBP 5)

Action and Discovery Packs:

Action Pack:

Action Pack - Football Fanatics - (APMAN)

Action Pack - Fun Pack - (AP3MAN)
Ice Skating and Bowling

Discovery Pack:

Discovery Pack - Liverpool & York - (DCPMAN)
Visit Liverpool, the European Capital of Culture, and the city of the world famous Beatles. Visit the historical city of York and learn about the Vikings.

Discovery Pack - Lake District - (DCP2MAN)

Accommodation

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26 Wilbraham Road - M14 6JX Manchester
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FAQ about EF International Language Center,

  • English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 518 € for Summer Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Manchester Airport ( €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation)
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.

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