NCG - New College GroupManchester, England UK
- Top rated social activities (4.6/5.0)
- Top rated school facilities (4.6/5.0)
- Welcome dinner.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 45.26% of students are from
Location: NCG - New College Group is to the east of the centre of Manchester, close to Piccadilly Gardens. It is just outside the Northern Quarter of the city, which has a bohemian feel with boutiques, restaurants and a selection of live music bars. The central retail district is a 10-minute walk from the school. The National Football Museum is also found in this area.
Getting around Manchester: The Piccadily Gardens Tram Stop is across the road from the school. The purple and blue line both run from this station. It reaches the centre of Manchester in five minutes. By foot, the centre of the city is 11 minutes. The school is in a good position for bus stations, for those who prefer to use this mode of transportation.
Things to do in Manchester: The Science and Industry Museum, Manchester Art Gallery and John Rylands Research Institute and Library are all located in the heart of Manchester. These are all around a 15-minutes walk from NCG. Old Trafford Football Stadium and IWM North Museum are both 30 minutes away by tram from the school.
Course structure: There are general group English courses in a selection of durations. Students can prepare for the IELTS exam as a package programme or attach it to a general English class. Business English is also available as an add on to a general English programme. NCG has private classes for those who prefer a more personalised experience with the teacher.
Junior programmes: The school runs young learner programmes throughout the summer months in another location from the main adult school building.
- The language school NCG - New College Group was founded in Manchester, England UK in 2010.
- Legal name / parent company: NCG Holdings Ltd
- Tax registration ID: GB108488203
- Abbreviated name of school: NCG Manchester
English Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 28 | 36 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 305 290 | 610 580 | 915 870 | 1220 1159 | 1830 1739 | 2440 2318 | 3050 2898 | 5900 5605 | 7980 7581 | 9900 9405 | 12100 11495 |
The Intensive General English course aims to improve your ability to use English by developing your core language skills – speaking, listening, writing and reading. The school aims to help increase your overall general knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary, developing your skills for international communication.
The General English course is ideal for you if you are Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1) level and want to improve your English skills. From day-to-day life, to further studies or business, this course will help you to gain new skills and improve your confidence to speak English with people from around the world in any context.
What’s included?
- Placement test on arrival
- Relevant course materials
- Regular progress tests & feedback
- 24/7 student support
- Extra-curricular activities
Delve deeper into the English language and extend your studies with additional English skills classes, including dedicated content focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Take either 5 additional hours per week to make your course intensive.
Skills classes are a great way to supplement your English tuition, allowing you to improve your language skills quicker and in a more focused environment.
Morning: 8:45 - 13:15
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 28 | 36 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 345 328 | 690 656 | 1035 984 | 1380 1311 | 2070 1967 | 2760 2622 | 3450 3278 | 6700 6365 | 9100 8645 | 11340 10773 | 13860 13167 |
The Super-Intensive General English course aims to improve your ability to use English by developing your core language skills – speaking, listening, writing and reading. The school aims to help increase your overall general knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary, developing your skills for international communication.
The General English course is ideal for you if you are Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1) level and want to improve your English skills. From day-to-day life, to further studies or business, this course will help you to gain new skills and improve your confidence to speak English with people from around the world in any context.
What’s included?
- Placement test on arrival
- Relevant course materials
- Regular progress tests & feedback
- 24/7 student support
- Extra-curricular activities
Delve deeper into the English language and extend your studies with additional English skills classes, including dedicated content focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Take either 10 additional hours per week to make your course intensive.
Skills classes are a great way to supplement your English tuition, allowing you to improve your language skills quicker and in a more focused environment.
Morning: 8:45 - 14:30
Afternoon: 12:15 - 18:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 28 | 36 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 265 252 | 530 504 | 795 756 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2120 2014 | 2650 2518 | 5000 4750 | 6720 6384 | 8280 7866 | 10120 9614 |
The General English course aims to improve your ability to use English by developing your core language skills – speaking, listening, writing and reading. The school aims to help increase your overall general knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary, developing your skills for international communication.
The General English course is ideal for you if you are Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1) level and want to improve your English skills. From day-to-day life to further studies or business, this course will help you to gain new skills and improve your confidence to speak English with people from around the world in any context.
What’s included?
- Placement test on arrival.
- Relevant course materials.
- Regular progress tests & feedback.
- 24/7 student support.
- Extra-curricular activities.
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 18:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 28 | 36 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 610 580 | 915 870 | 1220 1159 | 1830 1739 | 2440 2318 | 3050 2898 | 5900 5605 | 7980 7581 | 9900 9405 | 12100 11495 |
This is a combination of General English and Business English classes.
The General English course aims to improve your ability to use English by developing your core language skills – speaking, listening, writing and reading. The school aims to help increase your overall general knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary, developing your skills for international communication.
The General English course is ideal for you if you are Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1) level and want to improve your English skills. From day-to-day life to further studies or business, this course will help you to gain new skills and improve your confidence to speak English with people from around the world in any context.
What’s included?
- Placement test on arrival.
- Relevant course materials.
- Regular progress tests & feedback.
- 24/7 student support.
- Extra-curricular activities.
Delve deeper into the English language and extend your studies with additional English skills classes, including dedicated content focusing on business. Take either 5 additional hours per week to make your course intensive.
Skills classes are a great way to supplement your English tuition, allowing you to improve your language skills quickly and in a more focused environment.
Morning: 8:45 - 13:15
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00
Information for all courses offered by NCG - New College Group
Students under 18 are required to submit a parental consent form and must book homestay and airport transfers.
- Medical and Travel Insurance: GBP 8 (per week).
- Change school fee: GBP 100.
Course material price: - 1-8 weeks: GBP 40
- 9-16 weeks: GBP 70
- 17-24 weeks: GBP 100
- 25-35 weeks: GBP 130
- 36+ weeks: GBP 160.
Choose between morning or afternoon classes (a specific timetable cannot be guaranteed).
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 Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Welcome dinner
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
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NCG - New College Group (NCG)
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Video game console
Table soccer / football
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
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
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 15Number of public PC workstations: 25Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
160 £ return (both ways)
240 £ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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| Ballet | |
| Baseball | |
| Basketball | |
| Cooking | |
| Dancing | |
| Diving | |
| Field Hockey | |
| Football (soccer) | |
| Golf | |
| Horse riding | |
| Mountainbiking | |
| Music | |
| Rugby | |
| Swimming | |
| Table Tennis | |
| Tennis | |
| Volleyball | |
| Windsurfing | |
| Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 560 | 840 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 1960 | 2240 | 2800 | 3360 | 280 | 75 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Why residence?
By living in residential accommodation, you will have the chance to meet and spend time with students from all over the world outside of your classes. The residential accommodation providers are within walking distance or a short commute, and are perfect for students looking to make new friends whilst enjoying independence during their studies.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 | 75 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Why homestay?
By choosing to live at a homestay, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in English culture, spending time with your hosts and practising English outside of the classroom.
You’ll live in a home with a local host and up to three other students. Your host may be a single person or a couple with or without children, and the host’s age, nationality, and background may vary, but the school makes sure that the main language spoken in the house is English.
The food
Half-board meals are included Monday to Friday and full-board meals on weekends as standard. Menu and meal times will depend on your host. Special dietary requirements or food allergies must be declared at the time of booking so that the host can be advised accordingly.
Your space
You will have access to common areas such as the kitchen and living room. You will share the bathroom. Your bedroom will have a bed and some storage space for your clothes. A desk and chair will be also be available within the house. Please ensure you are clean and tidy and respect your host’s space.
Getting around
You will have to use public transport to travel to and from the school. The average travel time is up to 45 minutes, but it can increase due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. roadworks) or in busy periods.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 380 | 570 | 760 | 950 | 1140 | 1330 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 190 | 75 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Why homestay?
By choosing to live at a homestay, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in English culture, spending time with your hosts and practising English outside of the classroom.
You’ll live in a home with a local host and up to three other students. Your host may be a single person or a couple with or without children, and the host’s age, nationality, and background may vary, but the school makes sure that the main language spoken in the house is English.
The food
Half-board meals are included Monday to Friday and full-board meals on weekends as standard. Menu and meal times will depend on your host. Special dietary requirements or food allergies must be declared at the time of booking so that the host can be advised accordingly.
Your space
You will have access to common areas such as the kitchen and living room. You will share the bathroom. Your bedroom will have a bed and some storage space for your clothes. A desk and chair will be also be available within the house. Please ensure you are clean and tidy and respect your host’s space.
Getting around
You will have to use public transport to travel to and from the school. The average travel time is up to 45 minutes, but it can increase due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. roadworks) or in busy periods.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 520 | 780 | 1040 | 1300 | 1560 | 1820 | 2080 | 2600 | 3120 | 260 | 75 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Why homestay?
By choosing to live at a homestay, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in English culture, spending time with your hosts and practising English outside of the classroom.
You’ll live in a home with a local host and up to three other students. Your host may be a single person or a couple with or without children, and the host’s age, nationality, and background may vary, but the school makes sure that the main language spoken in the house is English.
The food
Half-board meals are included Monday to Friday and full-board meals on weekends as standard. Menu and meal times will depend on your host. Special dietary requirements or food allergies must be declared at the time of booking so that the host can be advised accordingly.
Your space
You will have access to common areas such as the kitchen and living room. You will share the bathroom. Your bedroom will have a bed and some storage space for your clothes. A desk and chair will be also be available within the house. Please ensure you are clean and tidy and respect your host’s space.
Getting around
You will have to use public transport to travel to and from the school. The average travel time is up to 45 minutes, but it can increase due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. roadworks) or in busy periods.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 460 | 690 | 920 | 1150 | 1380 | 1610 | 1840 | 2300 | 2760 | 230 | 75 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Why homestay?
By choosing to live at a homestay, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in English culture, spending time with your hosts and practising English outside of the classroom.
You’ll live in a home with a local host and up to three other students. Your host may be a single person or a couple with or without children, and the host’s age, nationality, and background may vary, but the school makes sure that the main language spoken in the house is English.
The food
Half-board meals are included Monday to Friday and full-board meals on weekends as standard. Menu and meal times will depend on your host. Special dietary requirements or food allergies must be declared at the time of booking so that the host can be advised accordingly.
Your space
You will have access to common areas such as the kitchen and living room. You will share the bathroom. Your bedroom will have a bed and some storage space for your clothes. A desk and chair will be also be available within the house. Please ensure you are clean and tidy and respect your host’s space.
Getting around
You will have to use public transport to travel to and from the school. The average travel time is up to 45 minutes, but it can increase due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. roadworks) or in busy periods.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 75 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Why homestay?
By choosing to live at a homestay, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in English culture, spending time with your hosts and practising English outside of the classroom.
You’ll live in a home with a local host and up to three other students. Your host may be a single person or a couple with or without children, and the host’s age, nationality, and background may vary, but the school makes sure that the main language spoken in the house is English.
The food
Half-board meals are included Monday to Friday and full-board meals on weekends as standard. Menu and meal times will depend on your host. Special dietary requirements or food allergies must be declared at the time of booking so that the host can be advised accordingly.
Your space
You will have access to common areas such as the kitchen and living room. You will share the bathroom. Your bedroom will have a bed and some storage space for your clothes. A desk and chair will be also be available within the house. Please ensure you are clean and tidy and respect your host’s space.
Getting around
You will have to use public transport to travel to and from the school. The average travel time is up to 45 minutes, but it can increase due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. roadworks) or in busy periods.
Ratings of NCG - New College Group compared to ratings of all schools in England UK
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Student opinions about NCG - New College Group, Manchester
- English school in Manchester: Berlitz
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- EC English
- EF International Language Center
- English Path
- Express English College, Manchester
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- InTuition
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- NCG - New College Group - Junior Summer School
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- The Essential English Centre
Questions and answers about NCG - New College Group
- I see that in the comments of the courses it is written: "Change of school fee: GBP 100". What does it mean?
“NCG has schools in Manchester, Liverpool and Dublin. There is a school change fee of GBP 100, at the current time of writing, which is generally only charged if the student is currently studying with us. If someone makes a new booking of, for example, 4 weeks in Manchester and then 4 weeks in Liverpool, we do not charge a change of school fee.”Jake Jones, Head of Admissions NCG from NCG - New College Group - Jan 30, 2023
FAQ about NCG - New College Group,
- What is the best price for a course at NCG - New College Group, Manchester?English courses at NCG - New College Group start at 252 £ for General English course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by New College Group?The accommodation City Centre Student Residence is the most popular among all our clients of New College Group
- Is airport pickup offered by NCG - New College Group?Yes. The school offers pickup from Manchester Airport (80 £), Liverpool Airport (120 £)
- What is the number of students per class at New College Group?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at New College Group varies from 15 students (Intensive English ) to 15 students (Intensive English )
- What is the qualification of the teachers at NCG - New College Group?100% of teachers at NCG - New College Group hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of NCG - New College Group from?The highest Nationality percentage at NCG - New College Group comes from Saudi Arabia with a 42.26% representation, followed by students from Spain (10.14%) and France (6.15%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- NCG - New College Group offers courses for which ages?NCG - New College Group offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.
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