Portsmouth ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Portsmouth
What our students said about Portsmouth
Portsmouth is lovely city with seaside view. The city is safe, green and good for students. Good location: about 1.5 by train from Portsmouth to London.
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What school directors said about Portsmouth

Only 1.5 hours from London and cheaper to live and study than the capital. Miles of beaches and much history to explore.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Portsmouth

the building and the teaching method. I liked a lot the possibility to know and interact with people from all over the wolrd.
5 November 2012
Course: General English - 2 weeks
Student age: 31 years

The books, some teachers and the computer room.
Student should speak English all the time! The school should have more control about this!
8 August 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 30 years

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.
28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.
28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.
28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

The staff, the teachers and the organization.
I enjoyed a lot my 3 weekes in LSI. Funny teachers, lovely staff and a good organization make this school one of the best.
28 May 2012
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

people from every country, very interesting!
5 September 2011
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years

the teachers are great, because they are also partners in the same situation as you and we help each other and new people coming every Monday and Friday is going one, so many people know.
23 November 2009
Course: Intensive General English - 6 weeks
Student age: 27 years

The teachers, the possibility to stay with students that come from every part of the world.
Great service, helpful, always friendly and fast.
4 September 2009
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years

they are very nice, and very good teachers
25 October 2008
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Student age: 55 years

If you want beach and sun Portsmouth is the best choice
19 August 2008
Course: General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 21 years

Very friendly
Don't hesitate to participate in the proposed activities, but it is not always free
10 April 2008
Course: Intensive General English - 3 weeks
Student age: 37 years
Information about Portsmouth
Key Facts about Portsmouth
- Price index excluding rent: 80* (20% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 57* (43% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:60* (40% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (England UK average):
3.50 £ (14% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Events in Portsmouth

August 2024Victorious Festival is a three day festival held in the beautiful seafront town of Portsmouth. An amazing music festival for all ages that will without a doubt give you beautiful moments to remember.

October 2024Between the 10 kilometres and the half-marathon, the Great South run is a running race held across a 10 mile distance. You can also choose to run for a charity which is a good motivation !
What to do in Portsmouth




Arrival airports
Public transportation to city center:
Every 30 minutes, 80 minutes.
Main stops: Southampton Airport Parkway, Eastleigh + Eastleigh, Porttsmouth & Southsea
Taxi: 25 minutes drive to city center of Portsmouth
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 70 minutes.
Main stops: Gatwick Airport, Portsmouth+Sout. TT
Taxi: 80 minutes drive to city center of Portsmouth
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 130 minutes.
Main stops: Heathrow Airport London, Woking + Woking, Portsmouth & Southsea
Taxi: 80 minutes drive to city center of Portsmouth
Q&A - Questions and answers about Portsmouth
- We are looking for a 4-week course for our 10-year-old daughter. I am also interested in attending an adult course in the same school in Portsmouth. Do you have any options?“In Portsmouth Spinnaker School Of English offers English lessons for students aged 16 and up year-round and Junior lessons for students from 7 to 15 years old in the summer.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 03, 2023I need a school for my mother, 60 years old. Do you offer English lessons for students of all ages?“In Portsmouth, the schools are open year-round and students can start their English programs on any Monday.
The groups are organized according to the English level and teachers have plenty of experience in having students of all ages and adapting the content and rhythm of the class to students regardless of their age.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 02, 2023FAQ about courses in Portsmouth
- What is the best language school for adults in Portsmouth?Language School in Portsmouth has received the best overall rating in Portsmouth.Which English school in Portsmouth has the best location?Language School in Portsmouth, located in 1-13 Lord Montgomery Way has been voted as the school with the best location in Portsmouth.How did students rate Portsmouth compared to other cities?Students rated Portsmouth with 4.1 stars out of 5.What is the best airport to arrive to in Portsmouth?Best airport to arrive to in Portsmouth is Southampton / Weather Centre (25.1 km from city center). Alternative airports: London Gatwick (75.1 km), London Heathrow (86.7 km). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Portsmouth.What type of business English courses are offered in Portsmouth?In Portsmouth the following courses are offered specifically for business English: Business English Group, Business English Private, Medical English.Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of English courses & camps for teenager and children in Portsmouth or other 31 different English course types in Portsmouth.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at English language schools in other cities in England UK such as Abingdon, Ardingly, Arundel, Ascot, Ashford ..., Bath, Bedford, Birmingham, Blackpool, Bournemouth, Bradford, Brighton, Bristol, Broadstairs, Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge, Canterbury, Caterham, Chelmsford, Cheltenham, Chester, Chichester, Cobham, Colchester, Cornwall, Cotswolds, Cottesmore, Crowthorne, Dover, Durham, Eastbourne, Egham, Exeter, Exmouth, Folkestone, Folkstone, Gloucester, Guilford, Hailsham, Hampshire, Hampstead, Hastings, Hatfield, Henley-On-Thames, Hereford, Hertford, Hook, Hove, Ilfracombe, Ipswich, Isle of Sheppey, Isle of Wight, Jersey, Kent, Kingston upon Thames, Lancashire, Lancing, Leamington Spa, Leeds, Lincolnshire, Liverpool, London, Loughborough, Luton, Maidstone, Malvern, Manchester, Margate, Milton Keynes, Moulton, Newcastle, Newquay, Norwich, Nottingham, Oakham, Oxford, Paignton, Peterborough, Plymouth, Preston, Ramsgate, Reading, Ringwood, Rochester, Salisbury, Scarborough, Sheffield, Sherbourne, Shrewsbury, Skegness, Southampton, Stratford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Suffolk, Surrey, Tiverton, Torquay, Totnes, Truro, Uppingham, Walhampton, Watford, Weymouth, Winchester, Windlesham, Windsor, Woburn, Woking, Woldingham, Woodbridge, Woodcote, Worcester, Worthing, York or see our list of all schools in England UK. You may also want to consult options outside England UK for learning English.Show more