Best English schools in London by category - student age group, leisure/fun
82 language schools in London from 77£ for a 1 week English course
Nacel English School
4.8 9 ratings |
4.7 | Quality of teaching |
4.4 | Leisure program |
- Top rated social activities(4.4)
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- E-learning platform.
EC English
4.7 25 ratings |
4.5 | Quality of teaching |
4.5 | Leisure program |
- Free listening and pronunciation clinic.
- Top rated social activities(4.5)
- Top rated school facilities
Influent
5.0 2 ratings |
4.5 | Quality of teaching |
1 week incl. taxes and other school fees |
Price at school | 1170£ |
Offer! | 1112£ |
1359US$ |
Oxford International Education
4.2 104 ratings |
4.2 | Quality of teaching |
3.9 | Leisure program |
- University counselling offered.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 12.7% of students.
Rose of York
4.6 22 ratings |
4.5 | Quality of teaching |
2.9 | Leisure program |
- Specialist courses offered such as Aviation English and Legal English.
- Students get a Rose of York student card which gives you discounts at selected high street stores and tourist attractions.
Burlington School
4.6 37 ratings |
4.5 | Quality of teaching |
4.2 | Leisure program |
- Apartment - shared / Residence accommodation very close to school
- Top rated school facilities
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 5% of students.
EC English 30+
4.4 5 ratings |
4.6 | Quality of teaching |
4.2 | Leisure program |
- Free language workshops.
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 14% of students.
Bayswater
4.5 32 ratings |
4.2 | Quality of teaching |
3.8 | Leisure program |
- Four student lounges with games rooms.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Kings
4.3 26 ratings |
4.2 | Quality of teaching |
4.0 | Leisure program |
- Elegant Suburb only 17 minutes by train to Central London
- Most homestays within walking distance
- TOP 8% highest inspection scores among all UK schools in British Council inspection (Gazette 2021/2022).
Centre of English Studies (CES)
4.2 60 ratings |
4.4 | Quality of teaching |
3.8 | Leisure program |
- Private student garden and patio area.
- Students have access to tennis courts.
- Tennis courts.
UK College of English
4.4 9 ratings |
4.6 | Quality of teaching |
3.4 | Leisure program |
- UKCE students get a discount on cinemas and some shops and restaurants in the UK.
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Twin School
4.3 19 ratings |
4.1 | Quality of teaching |
3.8 | Leisure program |
- On-site indoor swimming pool.
- Fully equipped gym.
- E-learning platform.
West London English School
4.8 11 ratings |
4.7 | Quality of teaching |
3.7 | Leisure program |
- Excellent rating of teaching quality(4.7)
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation
- E-learning platform.
Home Language International - HLI
4.2 19 ratings |
4.3 | Quality of teaching |
3.7 | Leisure program |
1 week incl. taxes and other school fees |
Price at school | 1195£ |
Offer! | 1136£ |
1388US$ |
OHC English - Oxford St
4.2 9 ratings |
4.0 | Quality of teaching |
4.6 | Leisure program |
- Rooftop café with views over London’s historic Soho.
- Freshly-made sandwiches and snacks daily.
- Top rated social activities(4.6)
Stafford House International
4.2 13 ratings |
4.2 | Quality of teaching |
4.3 | Leisure program |
- Top rated social activities(4.3)
- Top rated school facilities
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
- Optional language workshops.
Islington Centre for English
4.1 10 ratings |
4.3 | Quality of teaching |
2.2 | Leisure program |
- Great location, right opposite the Angel underground station.
- Free ICE English learning app.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 13% of students.
LSI - Language Studies International - Central
4.1 99 ratings |
4.0 | Quality of teaching |
3.7 | Leisure program |
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
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- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
St Giles International - Central
4.5 4 ratings |
4.5 | Quality of teaching |
3.5 | Leisure program |
- 12 months free elearning zone
- TOP 8% highest ranking among UK language schools according to British Council inspections (ranking 2021/2022).
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
LSI - Language Studies International - Hampstead
4.0 34 ratings |
4.1 | Quality of teaching |
3.8 | Leisure program |
- Hampstead is a beautiful and exclusive part of London only 10-15 minutes from the centre of London by tube.
- Beautiful private garden.
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
The English Studio
4.2 5 ratings |
4.5 | Quality of teaching |
3.7 | Leisure program |
- The school is within walking distance to many of London’s famous attractions, sights and museums including Covent Garden and the British Museum.
- Free language clubs and workshops.
- Free walking tours in the city.
Speak Up
4.3 86 ratings |
4.3 | Quality of teaching |
3.9 | Leisure program |
- Great location in Oxford Street, one of London’s most famous locations.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 8% of students.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
EF International Language Center
5.0 2 ratings |
5.0 | Quality of teaching |
4.5 | Leisure program |
- Large outdoor courtyard with café seating, ping-pong tables and pool table.
- Best rated school in London(5.0)
- Excellent rating of teaching quality(5.0)
Skola
3.9 15 ratings |
4.0 | Quality of teaching |
3.9 | Leisure program |
- The only junior summer school inside a royal park.
- Sports, music, art activities and parties included in the junior programmes.
- Fresh fruit served at break times.
BSGS College
4.4 16 ratings |
3.9 | Quality of teaching |
2.0 | Leisure program |
- University campus with sports facilities on-site.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 12% of students.
- Tennis courts.
- Great location on the Thames south bank.
- Only a short walk from Borough Market, the Globe and Tate Modern.
- Located in the heart of the upmarket Bloomsbury, close to transport links and the excitement and buzz of the capital.
- School café and canteen onsite.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 9% of students.
English Path
- EP Masterclass Programme: Free weekly workshop or lecture sessions offered to all EP students.
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Learning progress guarantee.
- EP Masterclass Programme: Free weekly workshop or lecture sessions offered to all EP students.
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Learning progress guarantee.
- Modern campus featuring the latest technology-based classrooms and outdoor spaces.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 12% of students.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
St Giles International - Highgate
3.6 7 ratings |
3.7 | Quality of teaching |
3.6 | Leisure program |
- Great location, surrounded by its own quiet English garden.
- Outdoor picnic area for students to relax.
- TOP 8% highest ranking among UK language schools according to British Council inspections (ranking 2021/2022).
Malvern House
3.2 5 ratings |
3.2 | Quality of teaching |
2.4 | Leisure program |
- Free seminars and careers counselling.
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Green areas and gardens around the campus.
- On-site bus stop with free transfers for students.
- Dance sessions with professional choreographers.
- Welcome and farewell party.
- Excellent sports facilities including a sports hall, outdoor pitches and football, basketball and volleyball courts.
- Students are provided with a daily travelcard on their planned visits to London.
- Award-winning language school.
- Lessons are for 70 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Learning progress guarantee.
- Learn from the convenience of your home.
- Lessons are recorded and available for viewing throughout the week.
Sterling College
- Excursions to the London Eye, the Thames river cruise and The Tower of London.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 13% of students.
- Rooftop terrace
- University Style Campus.
- Enriching leisure programme.
- Healthy and nutritious full board included.
- Open green spaces.
- Students stay in a single ensuite rooms.
- Learning progress guarantee.
- Award-winning summer programmes.
- Lifetime Learning Partner: Students can continue their journey with Immerse long after their programme finishes.
International House
3.0 1 rating |
- Best value courses in Central London, rated by the EL Gazette (a magazine for language teachers).
- A full lending library and resource centre with over 10 000 books, journals and digital resources.
- TOP 2% highest inspection scores among all UK schools in British Council inspection (Gazette 2021/2022).
- Frequent networking events and lectures available from exciting guest speakers.
- Bespoke social program including art gallery and museum visits, river cruises and VIP activities upon request.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 12% of students.
Kaplan International Languages - Covent Garden
4.0 1 rating |
4.0 | Quality of teaching |
5.0 | Leisure program |
- Optional access to K+ : online platform
- Assistance with University Placement Services.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 14% of students.
Tti School of English
5.0 1 rating |
5.0 | Quality of teaching |
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 9% of students.
- E-learning platform.
- Optional language workshops.
- Located in the well-known Skyline Business Village only a minute’s walk from South Quay DLR station and less than 10 minutes from Canary Wharf.
- Lessons are for 70 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Cultural visits and walks around some of the great parks.
- Students can complete an Ingla Internship alongside their course.
- Blended learning approach including face-to-face lectures, tutor support and online resources.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
- Coffee bar and student lounge.
- Free Frances King guided walks through the city.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
KKCL
3.0 4 ratings |
3.5 | Quality of teaching |
3.2 | Leisure program |
- Go Create! Media Workshops
- First TELC English test center in the UK
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Set in a safe tranquil park overlooking the lake.
- Sidcup Leisure Centre: exclusive use of the facility including swimming, five-a-side football, basketball and table tennis.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- The Cyprus station of the Docklands Light Railway is on campus.
- Discover London’s historic locations through interesting walking tours.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Exclusive group tutorials.
- Tech support at your fingertips.
- Small class sizes
Embassy Junior Centre - Mile End
4.0 1 rating |
4.0 | Quality of teaching |
4.0 | Leisure program |
- Large indoor multi-purpose sports hall on campus.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
- Beautiful and historic central location.
- Complimentary airport transfer service on transfer days.
- Offer a diverse range of classroom activities, from lectures and seminars to workshops.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
- The school specialises in pronunciation and intonation.
- ST Star Awards (Study Travel) for Junior Courses – various years.
- Most preferred summer language schools – Euroasia Awards - various years.
- Located on the Olympic Park.
- On-site coffee shop, restaurant and cafes.
- Indoor swimming pool
1 week incl. taxes and other school fees |
Price at school | 1214£ |
Offer! | 1187£ |
1450US$ |
- Linguarama Connect Online Business Coach: provides ongoing support for all learners.
- Linguarama Connect e-learning platform.
- TOP 5% highest ranking among UK language schools according to British Council inspections (ranking 2021/2022).
InTuition
5.0 1 rating |
5.0 | Quality of teaching |
- World-renowned sports programmes offered.
- Excellent sports facilities.
- Tennis courts.
Anglo
- A variety of coffee shops, supermarket and ATM on campus.
- Lessons are for 70 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Surrounded by 100 acres of green spaces.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 14% of students.
- Indoor swimming pool
- Set in a 54-acre parkland campus beautiful woodland paths and serene lakeside views.
- On campus accommodation offered
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
Sol Camps
- Fresh, healthy and tasty meals served daily.
- Located at a historic campus with world-class facilities.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
Mill Hill
- English learning with either Science and Mathematics or Sport.
- Indoor swimming pool
- One of the oldest English schools in London founded in 1807
ES Summer Camp
- All-inclusive Summer Camp.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 12% of students.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- All-inclusive Summer Camp.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 12% of students.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Modern campus with large green gardens and open spaces.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 12% of students.
- Study inside a British Higher Education Institution.
- A packed social programme with fun daily activities and excursions.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
InterCamps
- Located just a 5-minute walk from the elegant Russell Square.
- London travel cards/oysters included.
- Full programme of sports, activities and cultural visits.
Discovery Summer
5.0 1 rating |
3.0 | Quality of teaching |
5.0 | Leisure program |
- EL Gazette Centre of Excellence 2023-2024.
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
- Learning progress guarantee.
- SCL students get discounts across London.
- Free weekly social events, sports and games.
West London English School Junior Centre
2.0 2 ratings |
3.0 | Quality of teaching |
1.0 | Leisure program |
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- E-learning platform.
- Exciting social programmes.
- Central location in London.
English course types in London
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General English courses
General adult courses cover the main elements of the English language for all levels and have various options including number of lessons per week and course duration.- Learn English & Live with Teacher - London (181)
- (142)
- English & Culture - London (58)
- Afternoon - London (45)
- Combi: Group + Private - London (41)
- Students aged 30+ - London (33)
- Small Group (max 6 students) - London (27)
- Super Intensive English (+35h) - London (18)
- Evening - London (17)
- English Conversation / Communication - London (16)
- Language Year - London (14)
- Senior (50 plus) - London (11)
- Weekend - London (7)
- Travelling Classroom - London (2)
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English exam preparation courses
English exam preparation courses are for students who need a certification of their English level for University entry, employment or immigration.- IELTS - London (105)
- Cambridge First - London (56)
- Cambridge Advanced - London (49)
- Cambridge Proficiency - London (14)
- TOEFL - London (9)
- CELTA - London (5)
- Other exams - London (5)
- TOEIC - London (3)
- Cambridge Preliminary - London (1)
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Junior English courses
For students under 18 years of age who want to study English, there are a selection of day courses, week packages with accommodation choices and whole family programmes. -
Business English courses
Business people can enhance their English language used within this field by selecting a group or private class, which focuses solely on using English in the business context.- Business English Group - London (53)
- Business English Private - London (31)
- Medical English - London (8)
- Legal English - London (7)
- English for IT - London (6)
- Banking & Finance - London (2)
- English for Fashion - London (1)
- English for Tourism & Hospitality - London (1)
- English for Secretaries - London (1)
- English for Engineers - London (1)
- English for Aviation - London (1)
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Private English courses
One-to-one classes in English are available in bundles which can be added to general English courses or as a stand alone course. -
English plus activity courses
Make the most of your time when studying abroad by adding an extra curriculum experience, such as a sport or cultural activity, to learning English.- English & Football - London (10)
- English & Golf - London (8)
- English & Sports - London (8)
- English & Horse Riding - London (6)
- English & Tennis - London (5)
- English & Rowing - London (4)
- English & Fitness - London (4)
- English & Arts - London (4)
- English & Cooking - London (2)
- English & Dancing - London (2)
- English & Acting - London (2)
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Specialty courses English
Lessons that do not follow the normal structure of a English language course in a classroom are found in the Specialty course category. -
Work & Study English programmes
Work & Study programmes are designed to improve the student's English level and provide real life work experience in English to enhance their CV and stand out from competition. -
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London ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in London
What our students said about London
It rains a lot in London. The sun goes down early. It's 4 o'clock. Of course, it's winter. Prices were too high. Most of the meals were expensive and tasteless. Unless you go grocery shopping, you will encounter fish and chips and fast food. I tried other menus, but they were not good for being expensive and expensive. I couldn't shop freely because I couldn't do duty-free, and it was hard to get around a lot because the weather was bad. Subway is very crowded. There are many places without street lights
Ich mag die Stadt, mit den vielen Parks und Museen und weiteren Sehenswürdigkeiten. Außerdem sind die öffentlichen Verkehrsmittel sehr organisiert und obwohl es z.B sehr viele verschiedene Bahn-Linien gab, kann man sich in London nie wirklich verlaufen.
London is simply fascinating, insanely diverse mixed architecture, great food there is super much to see and experience. London is very expensive, but there are also many free activities and you can save money through meal deals or cooking yourself.
I love London. This is the fifth time I visit the city, diversity, (yes in winter I have not visited it I say this because of the weather), at the forefront of everything, I would have liked to come with 20 years and I'm sure I'm still living there.
London is diverse, lively, international and simply great. Many opportunities to experience culture, excursions, parks and beautiful areas. Large museums can be visited free of charge. Transport system very good, but more expensive than usual.
A diverse, exciting city, but very expensive. It's great that most of the museums are free (donation). I also liked the variety of food markets and opportunities to discover new things. London is also very green with its parks.
I'll be going back for a holiday and staying in a hotel. There are lots of things to see and do, and I discovered London, which is magnificent. After that it's expensive, so you have to have a budget. I would highly recommend
London is the best destination to learn English for me. In this place we can find all what we need: history, multiculture, the greatest theatres, galleries, museums, good entertainment and many beautiful places.
It is definitely worth a visit to experience everything for yourself. The skyline at night from Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, Elizabeth Tower/Big Ben etc. is fantastic!
Very many different things to do. The guided city tours are also great for learning the language. Tourist attractions very expensive, but museums, parks etc. free.
What language school directors said about London
Fantastic location for studying English: full of culture and excitement: excellent shopping, theatres, cinemas, restaurants and bars and world-famous galleries and museums. Enjoy all the sights that London has to offer.
Truly one of the world’s great cultural and financial capitals – an unforgettable experience.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in London
I did not take part in the activities on offer. Different teachers have different teaching methods. The school endeavoured to meet the wishes of each individual.
14 October 2024
Course: General English 30 - 2 weeks
Student age: 68 years
We met a lot of other students of different nationalities, and we formed bonds that I'll never forget. The teachers are very good overall, they have different ways of teaching, each with their own learning style.
30 September 2024
Course: GE Standard - 4 weeks
Student age: 40 years
Good environment and location.
Good School.
24 September 2024
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Student age: 16 years