Kensington Academy of EnglishLondon, England UK

This course helps you improve your grammar and accuracy. Students will learn how to develop their vocabulary by speaking, listening, reading and writing. Each week has specific vocabulary and grammar aims which are tested at the end of each week.

Classes start in the morning and finish at lunchtime, leaving the afternoons to enjoy London. Students will get 15 hours of lesson time per week. Regular homework and in class tests will be given.

The General English courses are the most popular kind of course. They will improve your overall English language ability. Teachers focus on all the key areas, such as speaking, reading, writing and listening. Foreign or international students take these courses each year for many reasons. Some wish to improve their English for work, others for study or simply for personal interest.

When you arrive at the college, teachers will put you in a class that is the right level for you. They will test your English skills and find out more about your goals. Homework will also be given to students after classes. After you finish a course, you will be given a report and certificate.

This semi-intensive course combines accuracy with fluency. In the mornings, students will increase their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary. In the afternoons, there are classes focused on improving communication skills. This style of teaching allows students learn the rules of English and then put them into practice straight away.

Students will get 21 hours of lesson time per week and regular homework. Classes start in the morning and continue into the middle of the afternoon.

The General English courses are the most popular kind of course. They will improve your overall English language ability. Teachers focus on all the key areas, such as speaking, reading, writing and listening. Foreign or international students take these courses each year for many reasons. Some wish to improve their English for work, others for study or simply for personal interest.

When you arrive at the college, teachers will put you in a class that is the right level for you. They will test your English skills and find out more about your goals. Homework will also be given to students after classes. After you finish a course, you will be given a report and certificate.

The intensive course is great for those that need to improve quickly. Students will learn how to use English clearly and accurately within a short period. This course will also educate students on how to use English naturally in everyday situations. Classes focus on accuracy, fluency and pronunciation.

A mixture of reading, writing, listening and speaking is used in class by experienced teachers. Unlike the Semi-Intensive English course, this course includes an extra hour per day to help you improve your pronunciation and your knowledge of natural expressions.

In the mornings lessons focus on grammar and English language use. In the afternoons, lessons focus on speaking, listening, reading, fluency and pronunciation. Students on this course should expect to make big improvements in their English skills.

Students will get 25 hours of lesson time per week and regular homework. Classes start in the morning and continue into the afternoon.

The General English courses are the most popular kind of course. They will improve your overall English language ability. Teachers focus on all the key areas, such as speaking, reading, writing and listening. Foreign or international students take these courses each year for many reasons. Some wish to improve their English for work, others for study or simply for personal interest.

When you arrive at the college, teachers will put you in a class that is the right level for you. They will test your English skills and find out more about your goals. Homework will also be given to students after classes. After you finish a course, you will be given a report and certificate.

This course includes 15 group lessons and 5 individual lessons per week.

These courses are ideal for students wishing to combine group lessons (maximum class size is 15) with 5 hours of One-to-One tuition in order to maximise their language learning. Your timetable depends on the number of one-to-one lessons.

One-to-one tuition is the most effective and rapid method for a student to improve their spoken and written command of the English language. From the start of the programme the teacher works with the student to design an individual plan that meets the student’s needs and caters for their specific language requirements. Students can choose to study General English or one of the specialist subject areas described below.

Business English: These lessons cover a wide range of business language skills, including the language of presentations, seminars, conferences and meetings, and describing tables and graphs. They also focus on speaking naturally in social situations, making appointments, corresponding by email and understanding commercial documents as part of a small group.

English for Medical Purposes: These lessons are designed to develop the communication skills and specialist medical English of doctors, nurses, dentists, healthcare assistants and carers working across a range of disciplines. They are also intended for those studying towards a career in the medical field.

Exam Preparation: These lessons involve an in-depth focus on the different parts of the exam the student is preparing to take, for example, IELTS, the Cambridge ESOL (KET, PET, FCE, CAE & CPE), TOEFL, TOEIC etc. In these sessions, the student receives targeted practice in the strategies needed to approach the different parts of the exam and tuition in the language and organisational skills required for the writing tasks.

Legal English: These lessons are intended for those already working in the legal profession and for those who have studied or are studying law. They focus on enabling students to understand legal documents written in English and on helping them to acquire the very specific language skills required to communicate well with other individuals in this area.

English for the Oil and Gas Industry: These lessons are taught through content specifically related to the oil and gas industry, and are suitable for anyone working within these fields. Emphasis is placed on improving and learning relevant technical vocabulary.

English for Engineering: These lessons are suitable for engineers and engineering technicians from any field. Special emphasis is placed on practising the language skills and relevant vocabulary across a wide range of technical contexts, such as for technical drawings, dimensions, causes and effects, and explaining technical problems.

The General English courses are the most popular kind of course. They will improve your overall English language ability. Teachers focus on all the key areas, such as speaking, reading, writing and listening. Foreign or international students take these courses each year for many reasons. Some wish to improve their English for work, others for study or simply for personal interest.

When you arrive at the college, teachers will put you in a class that is the right level for you. They will test your English skills and find out more about your goals. Homework will also be given to students after classes. After you finish a course, you will be given a report and certificate.

This is a course aimed at students who want to take the General Course 15 course but need the flexibility to study in the afternoons.

This course helps you improve your grammar and accuracy. Students will learn how to develop their vocabulary by speaking, listening, reading and writing. Each week has specific vocabulary and grammar aims which are tested at the end of each week.

Classes start in the afternoons until late afternoon so you can still enjoy London in the evening. Students will get 15 hours of lesson time per week. Regular homework and in class tests will be given.

The General English courses are the most popular kind of course. They will improve your overall English language ability. Teachers focus on all the key areas, such as speaking, reading, writing and listening. Foreign or international students take these courses each year for many reasons. Some wish to improve their English for work, others for study or simply for personal interest.

When you arrive at the college, teachers will put you in a class that is the right level for you. They will test your English skills and find out more about your goals. Homework will also be given to students after classes. After you finish a course, you will be given a report and certificate.

The teenage programme is an interactive project based course where the students work together on fun and interesting tasks, which allow them to practise their English as well as show how creative they can be. Over the course the students will have many opportunities to speak, listen and write in English through a series of different, engaging projects. In the classes the students will work on creating something new such as a school magazine or a product.

The Teenage Programme may be taken as course only or for an additional price social programme activities can be included. Weekend activities are only included in the course and social programme package price.

The family course is perfect for families who want to spend some time in the heart of London and improve their language skills. The location in the centre of London allows students to experience some of the best aspects of this amazing capital city with excellent transport facilities within walking distance. The school is surrounded by iconic sights such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and other historic and modern buildings in The City.

Parents and teenagers can study in morning classes where they will get lots of opportunities to practise their English and make new friends in an exciting and communicative environment.

In the afternoons parents can choose to participate in the varied adult social programme, while the teenagers take part in the fun and educational excursions and workshops. On these trips both parents and teenagers can further improve their speaking skills and see some fantastic sights in London. Families can also choose to explore this wonderful city on their own. This course offers the flexibility to plan a trip that suits everyone.

With the online one-to-one private English lessons, you can choose what you want to study. Experienced English language tutors will help you to make a plan based on your goals and timescale. You can choose any number of lessons and teachers will try to arrange them around your schedule. If you need to learn intensively, private lessons are a great way of maximising your time.

You may choose any area or topic in the English language you wish to improve on. Most of our students take private English lessons to improve on their General English (for example, pronunciation, grammar and speaking). However, many of our students have requested specific work-related topics. For example:

• Business English
  
• Medical English
  
• Exam Preparation (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL & Cambridge Exams)
  
• Legal English
  
• English for the Oil and Gas Industry
  
• English for Engineering
  
  Whatever you want to learn about, the teachers will take time to understand your needs and design a plan for you.
  
  You will need a computer or large tablet with camera and minimum 1.5 MB internet connection. Headphones are recommended.

With the one-to-one private English lessons, you can choose what you want to study. Experienced English language tutors will help you to make a plan based on your goals and timescale. You can choose any number of lessons and your teacher will try to arrange them around your schedule. If you need to learn intensively, private lessons are a great way of maximising your time.

You may choose any area or topic in the English language you wish to improve on. Most students take private English lessons to improve on their General English (for example, pronunciation, grammar and speaking). However, many of students have requested specific work-related topics. For example:

• Business English
  
• Medical English
  
• Exam Preparation (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL & Cambridge Exams)
  
• Legal English
  
• English for the Oil and Gas Industry
  
• English for Engineering
  
  Whatever you want to learn about, the teachers will take time to understand your needs and design a plan for you.

This course includes 15 general language lessons and 6 business English lessons per week.

The Business English Course is great for anyone that wants to use English for work. Many professionals and business students take this course to improve their skills and prospects. The course will help you develop your grammar, accuracy and vocabulary in the mornings. Then in the afternoons, you learn about English for business communication.

By the end of the course you should feel more confident answering business emails, telephone calls, messages, negotiating and presenting in English.

Classes start in the mornings and finish in the afternoons. Students will get 21 hours of lesson time per week. Regular homework and in class tests will be given.

The Business English Course is great for anyone that wants to use English for work. The courses are designed for professionals who are unable to study during the day. Many professionals take this course to improve their skills and prospects.

Course contents are based on individual needs covering areas such as; answering business emails, telephone calls, messages, negotiating and presenting in English.

Classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students will get 4 hours of lesson time per week. All classroom materials are included along with access to the Kensington e-learning website, a welcome pack and certificate of completion.

This course includes 15 general language lessons and 6 exam preparation lessons per week.

The General English and Cambridge exam preparation course is a combination course which runs all year around. In the morning classes you practise grammar, vocabulary, listening, reading, speaking, pronunciation and writing in a communicative environment using a set course book. Your progress in these classes is measured through weekly, mid-course and end of course tests. In the afternoon sessions teachers can help you prepare for the Cambridge exams.

The University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations are internationally recognised Certificates. They are a reliable measure of your English language ability. ‘ESOL’ is short for ‘English for Speakers of Other Languages’. These qualifications can be useful if you plan to study or work in an English speaking environment or just want to improve your skill set.

The experienced teachers will help you develop the language and exam skills required to do well in your exam.

Some of the key areas covered in the courses are:

• Speaking, pronunciation and fluency
  
• Grammar and how to use it
  
• Writing skills for various situations
  
• Knowledge of vocabulary
  
• Listening and reading skills
  
• An understanding of your Cambridge exam and the techniques required to do well
  
• Practice tests and mock exams

This course includes 15 general language lessons and 6 exam preparation lessons per week.

The General English and Cambridge exam preparation course is a combination course which runs all year around. In the morning classes you practise grammar, vocabulary, listening, reading, speaking, pronunciation and writing in a communicative environment using a set course book. Your progress in these classes is measured through weekly, mid-course and end of course tests. In the afternoon sessions teachers can help you prepare for the Cambridge exams.

The University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations are internationally recognised Certificates. They are a reliable measure of your English language ability. ‘ESOL’ is short for ‘English for Speakers of Other Languages’. These qualifications can be useful if you plan to study or work in an English speaking environment or just want to improve your skill set.

The experienced teachers will help you develop the language and exam skills required to do well in your exam.

Some of the key areas covered in the courses are:

• Speaking, pronunciation and fluency
  
• Grammar and how to use it
  
• Writing skills for various situations
  
• Knowledge of vocabulary
  
• Listening and reading skills
  
• An understanding of your Cambridge exam and the techniques required to do well
  
• Practice tests and mock exams

This course includes 15 general language lessons and 6 exam preparation lessons per week.