Kaplan International Languages - Leicester SquareLondon, England UK
Location: Right in the heart of the capital city is Kaplan International Languages Leicester Square school. It is a block behind Trafalgar Square and second from Leicester Square itself. There is plenty of activity year round here, with local events, bars, restaurants, shops and cafes.
Getting around: In five minutes, students can reach Charing Cross train station. This is a popular line for southern trains to Brighton and Gatwick Airport. There are a number of tube stations within a ten minute radius of the school, from here it is possible to navigate London easily. For those who prefer the bus, there are lots of bus stops with routes running throughout the capital city.
Things to see in London: Walking 20 minutes from the school, students can find Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and Wellington Arch. The River Thames is about 15 minutes from the school. Cross the Golden Jubilee Bridge, and students can take the London Eye for views over the city.
School chain: Kaplan Inc. is part of Graham Holdings, formerly of the Washington Post Company. A multinational group, Kaplan currently has schools in 9 countries throughout the world and has assisted over a million students in reaching their personal, professional and language goals.
With over 80 years of experience in the field, Kaplan schools are run to the highest of standards and have regularly been recognised with awards from within the Education Sector.
Kaplan is confident in their teaching methods, as is ensured with their "Kaplan Guaranteed Progress".
Kaplan International Languages is accredited by multiple international accreditors, including ACCET, the British Council, English Australia, Languages Canada, English New Zealand and ACELS.
- Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square operated previously under the name Kaplan International English, Aspect ILA.
- The language school Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square was founded in London, England UK in 2005.
- Legal name / parent company: Aspect Education Limited
- Tax registration ID: GB152088224
English Courses
This General English course of 20 lessons will help students to develop their core English skills, combine English lessons with their travels and learn with Kaplan’s unique K+ curriculum. The content focuses on reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation through an integrated skills approach. Students will also have access to K+ Online complementary learning materials.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
This Semi-Intensive English course consists of the General English course combined with 7 lessons of online teacher led study sessions totalling 27 lessons per week. The content focuses on reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation through an integrated skills approach. This includes access to K+ Online complementary learning materials as well as access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self‑directed study.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
This course consists of 40 lessons per week which prepare you to speak English in a professional setting and works towards developing good communication skills for the workplace.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
This programme is made up of 20 lessons in General English and 20 lessons in Business English
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
Immerse yourself in a new country and culture, and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with an academic semester course. This is an intensive course where you will receive a total of 35 lessons per week including 8 Specific Skill Lessons tailored to meet your specific learning needs. The classes focus on reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self‑directed study. This course includes 20 or 24 weeks of tuition and 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 21-23 weeks or 25-27 weeks.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
Immerse yourself in a new country and culture, and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with an academic semester course. This is an intensive course where you will receive a total of 35 lessons per week including 8 Specific Skill Lessons tailored to meet your specific learning needs. The classes focus on reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self‑directed study. This course includes 32 weeks of tuition and 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 34-35 weeks.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
This Intensive English course consistes of the General English course combined with 7 lessons of online teacher led study session plus 8 Specific Skills Lessons tailored to meet your specific learning needs coming to a total of 35 lessons per week. The content focuses on reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation through an integrated skills approach. Students will also have access to K+ Online complementary learning material as well as access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self‑directed study.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
Immerse yourself in a new country and culture and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with this academic year-long course. Each week you will receive 20 lessons in reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self‑directed study. This course includes 32 weeks of tuition and 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 34-35 weeks.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
Immerse yourself in a new country and culture and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with an academic semester course. Each week you will receive 20 lessons in reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self‑directed study. This course includes 20 or 24 weeks of tuition and 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 21-23 weeks or 25-27 weeks.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
Students can choose whether they wish to take the Business Supplementary or Business Intensive Course.
The Business Supplementary course consists of 20 General English lessons per week + 8 Business English lessons covering a range of subjects to increase your knowledge of business English terminology and working practices.
The Business Intensive course is 20 Business English lessons per week + 8 specific skill lessons tailored to meet your specific learning needs.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
This course prioritises career-focused English with 20 Business English lessons per week aimed at developing students communication skills for the workplace and business situations + 8 specific skill lessons tailored to meet your specific learning needs. Also included is 7 lessons of Kaplan PLUS materials which encompasses digital, text based and interpersonal teaching methods.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30-17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
IELTS is the most popular English language qualification and this course prepares you for higher education and university work. This course includes 20 English lessons per week covering reading, writing, listening and grammar through an integrated skill-set approach plus 8 IELTS specific Skills lessons to prepare you for the IELTS exam. Also included is 5+ hours of K+ material which encompasses digital , text based and interpersonal teaching methods.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
This course will help you towards a certificate accepted by top businesses and educational organisations throughout the world and is offered to 2 language levels (B1 & B2) so you can choose one that's suited to your abilities and ambitions. GBP 35 for Cambridge Materials.
In the peak weeks of July and August morning classes are 08.15 - 11.30 with afternoon classes 14.30 - 17.45
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
Information for all courses offered by Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square
Minimum age of students for each course is 25 years of age.
Course Supplements:
Upgrade your course:
Intensive Upgrade (6 hrs extra per week) GBP 90
Super Intensive Upgrade (9 hrs extra per week) GBP 135
K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 12 months access once departing from the school: GBP 99.
K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 3 months access once departing from the school: GBP 49.
Airport Taxi services to and from the following airports are available (prices are per person each way):
St Pancras Airport GBP 80.
If a two-way transfer is booked, a 10% discount applies to the return.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
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
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Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 12Number of public PC workstations: 20Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
190 £ return (both ways)
220 £ return (both ways)
200 £ return (both ways)
170 £ return (both ways)
220 £ return (both ways)
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FAQ about Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square, London
- Is airport pickup offered by Kaplan International?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (95 £), Luton Airport (110 £), London Gatwick Airport (100 £), London City Airport (85 £), London Stansted Airport (110 £)
- What is the number of students per class at Kaplan?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Kaplan varies from 15 students (General Course ) to 15 students (General Course )
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square?95% of teachers at Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square from?The highest Nationality percentage at Kaplan International Languages - Leicester Square comes from Brazil with a 13% representation, followed by students from Italy (9%) and China (5%).
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