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St Giles InternationalEastbourne, England UK

13 Silverdale Road - BN20 7AJ Eastbourne - see on map
What we like about the school
  • School building is surrounded by award winning gardens and patios for relaxing outside.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 20%
18-24 years 30%
25-34 years 50%
35-50 years 0%
>50 years 0%
The average age outside summer is 14 years higher than in summer.

Location: St Giles International Eastbourne is located in the coastal resort town of Eastbourne, on the southeast coast of England. Housed within a stand-alone building with a surrounding garden, St Giles Eastbourne is within walking distance of the town centre and several shops, eateries, supermarkets and local attractions. The school is within 200m of the Western Lawns garden area and is only a short 15-minute walk from the Eastbourne Pier and Beach. With Brighton only a 30-minute journey away and London a 90-minute trip via public transport, students of ST Giles Eastbourne have excellent links to public transport and Eastbourne's neighbouring cities.

School facilities: The school has excellent facilities for students of various needs, for all levels of study. These facilities include an onsite cafeteria and dining area, a garden terrace, a student bookshop, free after-class access to language learning software, a library, a computer lab and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with televisions, electronic whiteboards, air conditioning, heating, and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.

Additional information: St Giles International Eastbourne is an examination centre for the Cambridge FCE and CAE exams.

School chain: St Giles Schools Languages Ltd has numerous schools worldwide, offering junior, adult and senior students, quality English tuition and student care for over 65 years.

Originating from Soho, London, St Giles now has schools in England, Canada and the USA.

St Giles schools are fully regulated and accredited by the British Council in the UK and Language Canada in Canada. They are also members of EnglishUK.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
General English Course 28 Recommended English course
28 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
376£
Course Details
General English Course 20 - Morning Popular English course
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
297£
Course Details
English for Beginners 20
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
269£
Course Details
English for Beginners 28
28 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
339£
Course Details
General English plus English for University Studies
28 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
423£
Course Details
General English plus Leadership
28 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
469£
Course Details
English Plus (20 group + 5 private)
25 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
656£
Course Details
General English Course 20 - Afternoon
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
223£
Course Details
Junior
General English Junior Course (14 to 17 years old)
28 lessons per week
|
10 students (max)
from
424£
Course Details
Junior Winter Course - Homestay (12 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
886£
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Private
Private Lessons 15
15 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
from
907£
Course Details
Private Lessons 20
20 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
from
1413£
Course Details
Business
General English plus English for Business
28 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
423£
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE Preparation Course 20Recommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
253£
Course Details
FCE Preparation Course 28Recommended English course
28 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
319£
Course Details
CAE Preparation Course 20Recommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
253£
Course Details
CAE Preparation Course 28Recommended English course
28 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
319£
Course Details
IELTS Preparation Course 20Recommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
297£
Course Details
IELTS Preparation Course 28 Recommended English course
28 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
376£
Course Details

Our prices for St Giles International include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • 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 Free local SIM card

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St Giles International

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEAQUALSEnglish 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
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at St Giles International and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1955
Legal name/parent company
St Giles Schools Languages Ltd | Tax registration ID: 596651
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Garden

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Free parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • 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

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 22
    • Number of public PC workstations: 6

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Additional comment about facilities of school
Street parking depending on availability

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 500
Throughout the year: 300
Junior courses - In summer: 150
Minimum age of students
16 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 16 years
Throughout the year: 30 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Switzerland 24%
Italy 16%
Turkey 8%
Brazil 4%
Germany 4%
France 4%
Spain 3%
Other nationalities 37%

Information for all courses offered by St Giles International

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
85.00 £
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 55 £ per course level.
Comments about courses

Airport transfers, one way:

  • London Heathrow GBP 180,
  • London City GBP 190,
  • London Gatwick GBP 145,
  • Stansted and Luton GBP 230.

    Course materials price ranges from GBP 25 to GBP 55.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 74 £. 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 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025.
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 at the school on the first day of the course.
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.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Russia require a visa to enter and study in England UK.
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)
37 £
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
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Music
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Job Club: CVs, Interviews & Tips, Board games, Debate Club, Art Gallery, Conversation Club, and more

Adults - Paid activities

Old Town Walk: Eastbourne History & Coffee, trampoline park, laser tag, painting classes, and more.

Junior - Free activities

Board games, Debate Club, Art Gallery, Conversation Club, and more

Junior - Paid activities

Mini golf, baking classes, trampoline park, laser tag, painting classes, and more.

Accommodation

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Tip: Type of accommodation. What is best for you?
Standard Homestay (14-17 years) Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
from
194 £
Standard Homestay 18+ Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
184 £
Standard Homestay (14-17 years)
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
from
159 £
Standard Homestay 18+
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
from
150 £
Standard Homestay 18+
Single room, Breakfast
from
142 £
Standard Homestay 18+
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
118 £
Lansdowne Hotel****
Single room, Breakfast
from
770 £
The Hadleigh***
Single room, No meals
from
1890 £
The Majestic**
Single room, Breakfast
from
1652 £
The Majestic**
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
from
1302 £
The West Rocks**
Single room, No meals
from
1890 £
The West Rocks**
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
from
1645 £

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Questions and answers about St Giles International

  • “Lunch in the canteen can be added for an extra charge.”
    Katie Wash, Principal from St. Giles Eastbourne - May 19, 2023

FAQ about St Giles International, Eastbourne

  • English courses at St Giles International start at 223 £ for General English Course 20 - Afternoon course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • The accommodation Standard Homestay (14-17 years) is the most popular among all our clients of St Giles
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at St Giles varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 15) to 12 students (General English Course 28 )
  • The highest Nationality percentage at St Giles International comes from Switzerland with a 24% representation, followed by students from Italy (16%) and Turkey (8%).
  • St Giles International offers courses from 12 years (Junior Winter Course - Homestay , 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 16 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.

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