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Cheltenham Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 4 schools

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Inlingua

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Inlingua Cheltenham is located in the vibrant town of Cheltenham, in South West England's Gloucestershire region. The school is in the town centre, in a terraced building, close to several eateries, commercial shopping outlets and various attractions and sites of interest. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include the Brewery Quarter, Mr Mulligans Miniature Golf, the Everyman Theatre, the Imperial Square and Garden and Neptune Fountain. Inlingua Cheltenham has a wide range of courses suitable for students of all levels and various interests. In addition to General English taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides programmes in Business English, several specialist English for work programmes, Exam Preparation courses ( IELTS), and a choice of one-to-one learning packages. During the summer months, fully immersive junior courses are available and from May to September, senior courses including Garden Culture, which involves several trips to gardens of the local area, are readily available. The school arranges several social activities that students can optionally sign up for. Such activities can include international food parties, quiz nights, bowling, games nights, movie nights, eating evening meals and take-out foods together, and more. Excursions can include half-day trips to Stratford, go-karting, karaoke and full-day weekend trips to London or Oxford. Cheltenham Spa train station is a 30-minute walk or 15-minute bus journey from the school. The closest bus stop to the school is just a moment's walk away. More

4.5 11 reviews

Reviews by student age group

Students < 18 years

5.0(2)

Students 18-30 years

0.0(0)

Students 30-49 years

4.0(1)

Students 50+ years

4.4(8)

4.5	Quality of teaching
4.0	Leisure program

Course Categories (14)Accommodation (1)Facilities (30)

General English 20 (20 lessons per week)

	Offer!	355£	341£

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355£

341£

FREE cancellation

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	Offer!	745£	708£

Oxford Spires Junior Centre

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Oxford Spires Junior Centre accredited by ALTO

Oxford Spires Junior Centre accredited by British council

Oxford Spires Junior Centre accredited by English UK

Oxford Spires Junior Centre accredited by Young Learners English UK

Oxford Spires Junior Centre Oxford is located in the town of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England. The school is housed in the Cheltenham Ladies' College, a college with an esteemed reputation for its pioneering approach to education for over 160 years. The traditional boarding school is centrally located in Cheltenham and is within walking distance of several shops, attractions, supermarkets and links to public transport. In addition to the 15 hours of tuition included in the General English Summer programme, the Spires+ programme also provides an additional, optional and supplementary 6 hours of tuition on several subjects, with specific teachers and coaches. Such optional subjects on the Spires+ programme include maths, chemistry, dance, horse riding, history, active adventures, STEAM, English literature and more. All accommodation is full-board (includes three meals daily.) This school offers boarding school accommodation on campus and homestay options to be accommodated in local families. Twin, triple, and larger multiple rooms are available in the boarding school and homestay facilities. The school facilities include traditional boarding school accommodation and classrooms. There are also extensive on-site sporting facilities, such as an indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, outdoor playing fields and indoor sports halls. Varied weekly sports and leisure activity programmes are included in these junior summer programmes. More

Course Categories (2)Accommodation (1)Facilities (22)

Summer Programme - Residential (15 lessons per week)

	Offer!	1150£	1123£

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1150£

1123£

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	Offer!	1055£	1029£

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English course types in Cheltenham

General English courses
Conventional adult English courses come in a range of styles such as general courses, intensive courses, combination courses and long term courses.
Junior English courses
Junior English courses are available as a day course or as a package with accommodation and activities included. These are often divided into two age ranges; children and teens.
- Children & Teenager English Camps - Cheltenham (24)
- Family (Parent & Child) - Cheltenham (4)
Business English courses
Private or group business classes teach the English terminology in a general business environment or specialise in a particular field of interest.
English exam preparation courses
English exam preparation courses are available to help students to advance through the English levels and gain an official certificate on completion.
- Cambridge Advanced - Cheltenham (2)
- IELTS - Cheltenham (2)
- TOEFL - Cheltenham (1)
- TOEIC - Cheltenham (1)
- Cambridge First - Cheltenham (1)
- Cambridge Proficiency - Cheltenham (1)
- Other exams - Cheltenham (1)
Private English courses
Private English package courses can be taken either individually or with a friend who holds the same English level. Packages can be taken alone or with a general English course.
- Private lesson (One-to-One) - Cheltenham (6)
Specialty courses English
Teacher training programmes and school trips are just some of the English options students can take in the Specialty category.
- Teacher Training - Cheltenham (5)
- School Trips / Groups - Cheltenham (1)
Work & Study English programmes
Students who are learning English to further their career can choose a Work & Study package consisting of English classes with a volunteering programme or a work placement.
- English & Volunteering - Cheltenham (1)

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Cheltenham ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Cheltenham

4.7

Overall attractiveness of Cheltenham

11 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Cheltenham

Nightlife

3.5

Friendliness of locals

4.6

Interesing things to do

4.0

Geographic setting

4.5

Public transport

3.6

Climate

4.6

Cleanliness

4.4

Affordability

4.2

Shopping

4.7

Safety

4.8

What our students said about Cheltenham

5.0

Cheltenham is just the right size to get around easily and has very nice shops. However, the bus system is a disaster.

Susanne
Germany

5.0

I would like to get to know this special city better. I liked it very much.

Elisabeth
Germany

4.0

Cheltenham is a pretty spa town with character.

Claudia
Germany

What school directors said about Cheltenham

It is a typical English town where you can experience real English life and culture; a true immersion programme.

David Arrowsmith Director of Inlingua , lives in Cheltenham since 2003

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Cheltenham

Brilliant teachers who are very dedicated and motivating! Small classes and really friendly, helpful staff.

26 June 2023
Course: General English 30 - 2 weeks
Student age: 61 years

4.5 | 11 reviews

SusanneInlingua

friendly and serious atmosphere
Very well organized tour guides and very good, nice and very patient teachers!

4 July 2016
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Student age: 68 years

4.5 | 11 reviews

PatrickInlingua

Information about Cheltenham

Why Cheltenham? Cheltenham is a town in England and home to the renowned Cheltenham Festival, a 4 day horse racing event held annually in March at the Cheltenham Racecourse. Locals have a reputation for being wealthy and respectable, and a short walk along the Promenade will give you a first-class view of their wonderful houses, shops and gardens. But it wasn't always this way, Cheltnam was just your average, sleepy town before the discovery of a mineral spring in the 18th century, it is to this that the town owes much of its air of gracious refinement. It still boasts many graceful Regency buildings, theatres and manicured squares and you can find fine art at The Wilson museum. Cheltenham is in a great location to visit the Cotswolds, lying just west of the hills of this much-loved range. Think of the Cotswolds as unspoiled rolling countryside, cosy little villages, authentic market towns and houses built from the range’s golden oolitic limestone.

Key Facts about Cheltenham

Population: 117,000

Time zone: +10h. (GMT +0)

Region: England, Gloucestershire

Currency: GBP (1 GBP = 1.2200 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.

Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)

For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of England UK in your country. List of embassies and consulates of England UK on the official website - Government Digital Service.

High season: July

Low season: January

Average course price per week (High season): 728 £

Average course price per week (Low season): 240 C$

Cost of Living:

Big Mac price (England UK average): 3.64 £

(14% cheaper than in USA)

Mains electricity:

Residential voltage: 230 V
Frequency: 50 Hz

Weather in Cheltenham

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Events in Cheltenham

Best time to take a language course in Cheltenham

March

Jockey Club Racecourse

March 2024The second most important horse race in England, A Jockey Club Racecourse organises numerous horse races through themed days such as "Ladies Day", "St Patrick's Day" and "Gold Cup Day".

May

Cheltenham Jazz Festival

May 2024Every year in the middle of the British country side, the famous Cheltenham Jazz Festival welcomes the greatest jazz musicians for shows and concerts.

June

Science Festival

June 2024The Science Festival aims to popularize science through activities or exhibits about physics, biology, geology or many other scientific disciplines.

October

Literature Festival

October 2024One of the oldest events of the literary world, this unique festival features authors and intellectuals of the English speaking world to present their latest works of art.

Arrival airports

Birmingham (BHX) - 65 km. from Cheltenham city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 30 minutes, 70 minutes.

Main stops: Birmingham International Airport, Birmingham New Street + Birmngham New Street, Cheltenham Spa

Taxi: 90 minutes drive to city center of Cheltenham

London Heathrow (LHR) - 122 km. from Cheltenham city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 60 minutes, 270 minutes.

Main stops: Gatwick Airport Londdon, Heathrow Airport London + Heathrow Airport London, Cheltenham

Taxi: 105 minutes drive to city center of Cheltenham

London Gatwick (LGW) - 156 km. from Cheltenham city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 60 minutes, 240 minutes.

Main stops: Gatwick Airport London, Reading + Reading, Cheltenham Spa

Taxi: 220 minutes drive to city center of Cheltenham

Public transportation in Cheltenham

Q&A - Questions and answers about Cheltenham

I am 63 years old and I can speak pretty fluent English, although I would like to improve my language skills in an adult course. Can you suggest anything?
“In Cheltenham, there is a program specially designed for mature students. English lessons in the morning where students will talk about the afternoon trip: they will go through the vocabulary, sentences, and expressions that they are likely to encounter. Trips to gardens, Cotswolds Villages, cathedrals, river cruises, etc.”
Ana Carolina, LanguageCourse.net - Dec 01, 2021

FAQ about courses in Cheltenham

What is the best language school for adults in Cheltenham?
Inlingua has received the best overall rating in Cheltenham.
Which English school in Cheltenham has the best location?
Inlingua , located in Rodney Lodge has been voted as the school with the best location in Cheltenham.
How did students rate Cheltenham compared to other cities?
Students rated Cheltenham with 4.7 stars out of 5.
What is the best airport to arrive to in Cheltenham?
Best airport to arrive to in Cheltenham is Birmingham (65.6 km from city center). Alternative airports: London Heathrow (122.1 km), London Gatwick (156.3 km). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Cheltenham.
What type of business English courses are offered in Cheltenham?
In Cheltenham the following courses are offered specifically for business English: Business English Private, English for Aviation, Military English.

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