Reviews of St Giles International - Highgate, London, England UK

Total number of reviews: 7

NOTE: All reviews are authentic. Only students who booked their course through us can publish evaluations here, and only after the end of their programme. These evaluations then are not manipulated in any way, neither by us nor by the school, and can be trusted as honest opinions about personal experiences with the school.

Average Rating

Based on 7 reviews of former students of St Giles International - Highgate

Accommodation
Overall rating St Giles International - Highgate, London, England UK	3.6
City	4.8
Organisation	3.7
Facilities	2.9
Social activities	3.6
Quality of teaching	3.7
Value for money	3.3
Homestay	3.7
Shared Flat (apartment)	---
Other	---

Back to profile of St Giles International - Highgate, London

Individual Reviews

St Giles International - Highgate

26. Feb. 2024

1. Samy

101.Course: General English Junior Course [English] - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Detailed review

City/place

---

School organization

Facilities (library, classrooms)

Social activities

---

Quality of teaching / language progress

Accommodation

Standard Homestay (14-17 years)

17. Jul. 2023

2. Aldona (61 years)

102.Course: General English Course 28 - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Detailed review

City/place

School organization

Facilities (library, classrooms)

Social activities

Quality of teaching / language progress

---

Additional information

Positive aspects of school

Teachers' punctuality, preparation of some teachers for lessons

Negative aspects

The school did not offer me a course at a higher level. I started at level C1 and finished at this level, so I conclude that I wasted my time and money.

Other comments

Could the school verify my level of knowledge again based on the teachers' observation of me and my participation in class,can I expect any compensation from the school?

City/place

London is a beautiful city, I will definitely come here again, but certainly not on any more courses

Quality of teaching / language progress

I am disappointed, embittered and deceived by the fact that the school did not offer me a C2 course, I qualified for C1 on the basis of a test and finished the course at this level, which means that the course gave me nothing but a waste of my time and a lot of money.

Accommodation

Stuffy room in the attic, no TV and no door.

17. Jul. 2023

3. Aleksandra (61 years)

103.Course: General English Course 28 [Angielski] - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Detailed review

City/place

School organization

Facilities (library, classrooms)

Social activities

---

Quality of teaching / language progress

Accommodation

Standard Homestay 18+

Additional information

Positive aspects of school

Teachers' punctuality, preparation of some teachers for lessons

Negative aspects

Distance of accommodation from school - over 60 minutes one way, Afternoon classes with the same teacher, no individualised approach to the student.

Other comments

Lack of response to negative comments and request for change regarding accommodation.

City/place

Very interesting city.

Quality of teaching / language progress

The group was too big, too little teacher control over student work. I wanted to be in a different group to my sister, and I was together with her, even though I asked for it.

Accommodation

Attic room with no door 27 steps of stairs to get there

27. Sep. 2022

4. Yevgen (33 years) Germany
104.Course: General English Course 20 - Morning - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Detailed review

City/place

School organization

Facilities (library, classrooms)

Social activities

Quality of teaching / language progress

Accommodation

Standard Homestay 18+

Additional information

Positive aspects of school

Great location near tube station, beautiful old building, friendly staff, small groups. I really enjoyed the afternoon activities: bowling, pub nights, theatre and museum.

Negative aspects

I was looking for the school with students of my age group (around 30), but there were too many very young students. Our classroom was a small attic room with slanted walls and I hit support structure with my head two times. In my opinion there was not enough space for all students. Many times some disturbing noises came from other rooms.

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

Ask about age of students before you go. It can change depending on season.

Accommodation

My host was great. She did cooking very well and the house is beautiful. We were two students living in her house. She was very polite and I really enjoyed conversations with her and other family members.

22. Aug. 2022

5. Gorka (42 years)

105.Course: IELTS Preparation Course 28 [English] - 4 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Detailed review

City/place

School organization

Facilities (library, classrooms)

Social activities

Quality of teaching / language progress

1. Aug. 2022

6. Matilde (15 years) Italy
106.Course: General English Junior Course - 4 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Detailed review

City/place

School organization

Facilities (library, classrooms)

Social activities

Quality of teaching / language progress

Additional information

Positive aspects of school

Pretty much everything.

City/place

Very exciting and interesting.

1. Oct. 2019

7. Marina (31 years) Russia
107.Course: General English plus English for Business - 6 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Detailed review

City/place

School organization

Facilities (library, classrooms)

Social activities

Quality of teaching / language progress

Accommodation

Standard Homestay 18+

Additional information

Positive aspects of school

I liked the business lessons (I've chosen this course purposely to study Business English that's why it was the most interesting for me). Then I decided to try private lessons and was lucky that Sally found Sheila for me. Her lessons were very useful! What especially amazed me was that the staff and teachers were really willing to help with any problem. They listened and heard their students. I appreciated that very much!

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

As for tips for students: Do not be afraid of asking questions and to speak more even if it's difficult at the beginning. Respect teachers and each other and everything will be perfect!

Other comments

Great school. I've already recommended it to two ladies I know.

City/place

amazing town. seems like it has everything I want

Quality of teaching / language progress

Best of the best, I really love all teachers and staff, they are kind, friendly, ready to help and excellent professionals! I'm grateful for all help and support, all of them really care about their students!

Accommodation

I liked the house and everything there. I felt like I was at home

Back to profile of St Giles International - Highgate, London