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Spinnaker School Of EnglishPortsmouth, England UK

2 Isambard Brunel Road - PO1 2DU Portsmouth - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Free snacks in the student lounge area.
Age of students
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.

Location: Spinnaker School of English Portsmouth is located in the port city of Portsmouth, on England's South Coast. The school is housed in the city centre, surrounded by commercial shopping, eateries, restaurants and several of the city's attractions. Sites of interest within walking distance of the school include Victoria Park, the Cascades Shopping Centre, the Gunwharf Quays commercial centre, the Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery, and the HMS Warrior Museum.

Course selection: The school supplies a variety of English courses suitable for students of all levels. In addition to General English programmes taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides Exam Preparation programmes (FCE, CAE, CPE, Trinity, IELTS) and Junior Summer programmes for students aged 7 to 15 years of age. Private tuition is also available independently or in conjunction with any other course.

Social and cultural: The school arranges many activities and excursions for students to enjoy. Excursions arranged by the school can include trips to London, Brighton and the Isle of Wight. Local activities include historical sightseeing and social activities such as sports, bowling, cinema and more.

School facilities: The school facilities include a movie room, games room, lounge area, free WIFI, a library and a computer lab.

Associations and accreditations: The school is a registered exam centre for the IELTS and Trinity exams.

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress

Our prices for Spinnaker School Of English include

  • 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
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free local SIM card
  • INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs

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Spinnaker School Of English

“You will learn and make new friends at our caring and enriching school. ”
Mark Green
– 
Mark Green
Director of Spinnaker School Of English
Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Spinnaker School Of English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Year of school foundation
2007
Legal name/parent company
Gateway global Education Limited | Tax registration ID: 7920261
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Student support desk

  • Lounge

  • Games room

  • Movie room

  • Movie rental

  • Library

  • Computer lab

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Arabic homestays available

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 8
    • Number of public PC workstations: 10

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 3
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 14 years
Throughout the year: 20 years

Top student nationalities

Information for all courses offered by Spinnaker School Of English

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
100.00 £
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

The registration fee includes:

  • Coursebook (if relevant) and study materials,
  • Entry Level Test (written and oral),
  • Student ID card,
  • Library access (books and DVDs),
  • Free Wi-Fi access,
  • Certificate of course completion.

    Courses for 10 hours/week are not available for international students.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 45 £. 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, 10 Apr 2024, 13 Apr 2024, 25 May 2024, 31 Aug 2024.
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.

Airport transfer

London Heathrow Airport:
85 £ one way
145 £ return (both ways)
Southampton / Weather Centre:
50 £ one way
100 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
85 £ one way
145 £ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Portsmouth and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Portsmouth page. For flight comparisons to Portsmouth, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
10 £
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 possibledistance from school
Cricket1 km
Dancing2 km
Diving1 km
Football (soccer)0.1 km
Golf5 km
Horse riding5 km
Music1 km
Sailing1 km
Swimming2 km
Table Tennis2 km
Volleyball2 km
Yoga2 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Not offered.

Adults - Paid activities

Not offered.

Junior - Free activities

Not offered.

Junior - Paid activities

Not offered.

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FAQ about Spinnaker School Of English, Portsmouth

  • English courses at Spinnaker School Of English start at 167 £ for English Language Skills Course course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (85 £), Southampton / Weather Centre (50 £), London Gatwick Airport (85 £)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Spinnaker School Of English varies from 10 students (General English Course 20) to 10 students (General English Course 20)
  • 100% of teachers at Spinnaker School Of English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Spinnaker School Of English comes from Saudi Arabia with a 30% representation, followed by students from Spain (20%) and France (10%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Spinnaker School Of English offers courses from 7 years (Junior Summer Course, 10 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 14 during the summer and 20 for the rest of the year.
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