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English Language Schools in Bristol - Ranking 2022

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13 Best language schools in Bristol (ranked based on student reviews)

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This ranking of language schools in Bristol is 100% transparent. It is exclusively based on the objective criteria of authentic reviews of clients who booked their language course at our site, and whose attendance was verified. The primary ranking criteria is the average overall student satisfaction rating (detailed information about the methodology).
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Why Bristol? Bristol is a city in southwest England and is one of the UK's most ...
popular tourist destinations. It was named as the best city to live in the UK by the Sunday Times newspaper in 2014 and 2017 and it has also won awards for the European Green Capital. The city has two universities and a wide variety of artistic and sporting organisations and venues. The modern economy is built on the creative media, electronics and aerospace industries, and the harbour's 19th-century warehouses now contain restaurants, shops and the city-centre docks have been redeveloped as centres of heritage and culture and includes a contemporary art gallery.It is very well connected to London and other major UK cities by road and rail, and to the world by sea and air.
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What our students said about Bristol

Rating: 5/5

5.0

It is a fairly large city that offers many services, which is the idea that I carried.

Javier
Spain

How our students rated their experience in Bristol

4.7

Rating: 0.0/5.0

Overall city attractiveness
38 authentic reviews from students who reserved with us
Nightlife

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3
Friendliness of locals

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5
Interesing things to do

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2
Geographic setting

Rating: 3.9/5.0

3.9
Public transport

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5
Climate

Rating: 3.3/5.0

3.3
Cleanliness

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1
Affordability

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1
Shopping

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2
Safety

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.6

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Bristol

International House International House

Rating: 4.8

4.8 | 15 reviews

The excellent quality of teaching, both as regards the teachers, and the contents and teaching methods.
A meeting point for people from all over the world, with many different interests and a common passion for communication and good knowledge of English.

8 August 2018
Course: Intensive English - 2 weeks
Student age: 58 years

Angela
Italy
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

The classes were very pleasant, the teachers made an effort to make you see your mistakes and correct them.

24 July 2018
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Student age: 29 years

Marta
Spain
International House International House

Rating: 4.8

4.8 | 15 reviews

The education provided is of quality and the test given before arrival allows us to find ourselves in a class with an equivalent level
Social activities can help bound quickly

27 November 2017
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Student age: 32 years

Angéline
France
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

The teachers were open to questions, taught the lessons effectively and used various methods. There were lots of chances to talk- individually, in pair work and in class.
There was always a helpful staff member or a receptionist around if you wanted to ask questions.

24 October 2016
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Student age: 54 years

Manuela
Germany
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

wonderful, energetic, friendly teachers

23 August 2016
Course: Intensive English - 3 weeks
Student age: 61 years

Beatrice
Italy
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

The school´s location.
Few lessons. Plenty of free time left.

8 September 2015
Course: Intensive English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

Rushana
Russian Federation
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

the teachers and the organisation
the location is wonderful

31 August 2015
Course: Intensive English - 4 weeks
Student age: 60 years

Beatrice
Italy
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

Punctuality Availability of teachers

15 May 2015
Course: General English - 1 week
Student age: 57 years

André
France
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

The international mix of students, as well as the changes of teachers during the week and depending on the program.
I can not make more comments because I was staying with a friend and stayed with her at night.

11 September 2013
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Student age: 16 years

Lysa
France
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

The teachers and the activities in the evening.
The school and the city are absolutely lovely.

31 July 2012
Course: General English - 2 weeks
Student age: 24 years

Claudia
Espana
EC EnglishEC English

Rating: 4.4

4.4 | 15 reviews

The teaching and quality of teachers
well located, good staff

11 June 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 25 years

Jocelyn
France

Interesting information about Bristol

Key Facts about Bristol

Population: 431,000
Time zone: +10h. (GMT +0)
Region: England, Bristol
Currency: GBP (1 GBP = 1.2590 USD)
Visa: 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.
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 298 £
Average course price per week (Low season): 254 £
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Student price index excluding rent:77* (23% cheaper than New York)
  • Student price index including rent:59* (41% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:60* (40% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (England UK average):3.26 £ (29% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type G
  • Residential voltage: 230 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz

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Events in BristolBest time to take a language course in Bristol

May
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28 May 2022 - 29 May 2022Held in Bristol, Upfest is the largest art and graffiti festival in Europe. Each year it brings over 400 artists together and more than 50,000 visitors. Amazing paintings and colourful designs are displayed on walls at every corner. The beauty of this event is breath-taking!

What to do in Bristol

Clifton Suspension Bridge
Clifton Suspension Bridge
St Mary Redcliffe
St Mary Redcliffe
Brandon Hill Nature Park
Brandon Hill Nature Park
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Arrival Airports

Bristol (BRS) - 11 km. from Bristol city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 10 minutes, 10,00 GBP, 32 minutes.

Main stops: Bristol Airport, Old Market -Bond Street

Taxi: 16 £, 15 minutes drive to city center of Bristol

Direct international flights from:
  • United Kingdom: Aberdeen, Belfast International, Edinburgh, Glasgow International, Guernsey, Inverness, Jersey, Newcastle
  • Ireland: Cork, Dublin, Knock
London Heathrow (LHR) - 148 km. from Bristol city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 60 minutes, 30,00 GBP, 125 minutes.

Main stops: Heathrow Airport London, Bristol Coach Station

Every 20 minutes, 31,00 GBP, 150 minutes.

Main stops: Heathrow Terminal 2+3 to London Padington + London Paddington to Bristol Parkway + Bristol Parkway to Bristol Temple Meads

Taxi: 190 £, 100 minutes drive to city center of Bristol

Direct international flights from:
  • USA: Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Austin-Bergstrom, Baltimore Washington International, Boston Logan International, Charlotte Douglas, Chicago O'Hare International, Dallas Fort Worth International, Denver International, Detroit Wayne County, Houston George Bush Intercntl., Las Vegas Mccarran, Los Angeles International, Miami International, Minneapolis St Paul, New York John F. Kennedy, New York Newark, Philadelphia International, Phoenix Sky Harbor, Portland, Raleigh / Durham, Salt Lake City, San Diego International, San Francisco International, San Jose International, Seattle / Tacoma International, Washington Dulles
  • Canada: Calgary, Halifax International, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Ottawa International, St John's, Toronto Pearson International, Vancouver International
  • South Africa: Cape Town, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo
  • Singapore: Singapore Changi
London Gatwick (LGW) - 171 km. from Bristol city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 60 minutes, 14,00 GBP, 80 minutes.

Main stops: Gatwick Airport London, Heathrow Airport London, Bristol Coach Station

Taxi: 140 minutes drive to city center of Bristol

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FAQ about schools in Bristol

  • International House has received the best overall rating in Bristol.
  • BLC - Bristol Language Centre, located in 3 Portwall Lane, Redcliffe, Redcliffe has been voted as the school with the best location in Bristol.
  • Best airport to arrive to in Bristol is Bristol (11.7 km from city center). Alternative airports: London Heathrow (148.3 km), London Gatwick (171.9 km). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Bristol.
  • In Bristol the following courses are offered specifically for business English: Business English Private, Medical English.
  • Schools in Bristol offer specific preparation courses for the following exams: TOEFL, TOEIC, Cambridge First, Cambridge Advanced, Cambridge Proficiency, IELTS, CELTA, Other exams.
  • “We recommend arriving early afternoon to early evening. The host families are quite flexible and adapt to the arrival time of the students.”
    Sabine, German Travel Consultant from LCN

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