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ICS - International Colleagues School of English
Norwich, England UK

17-19 St John Maddermarket - NR2 1DN Norwich - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
  • On campus accommodation offered
  • Norwich is one of the top destinations our students liked most
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
  • Average age of students is a bit higher than at most schools. Great for students 25 years or older.

Location: The school is located near Norwich Castle. It is within walking distance of Chapelfield Gardens where students can enjoy a lovely stroll. There are many public transport links near the school for students to easily explore the city and its surrounds.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 14 21
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 400 380 800 760 1,200 1,140 1,600 1,520 2,000 1,900 2,400 2,280 3,040 2,888 3,800 3,610 4,560 4,332 5,180 4,921 7,560 7,182
Price in US$ 512 1,024 1,535 2,047 2,559 3,070 3,889 4,861 5,833 6,627 9,671
Starting dates
Every Monday

For rapid progress and noticeable results, this course combines the benefits of group work in General English with a personalised afternoon study program tailored specifically to you. The morning sessions focus on interactive group activities that cover all aspects of the language—grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing. These collaborative sessions provide a supportive environment to practice and learn with others at your level.

In the afternoon, you'll shift to one-to-one lessons, offering a focused and customised learning experience. These lessons are designed around your unique needs, learning style, and personal interests, allowing you to target areas where you need the most improvement. Whether you want to refine your speaking skills, enhance your writing, or work on specific vocabulary, the individualised sessions ensure that you're making the most out of your study time.

This combination of group dynamics and personalised attention accelerates your language learning, ensuring quicker improvement and a deeper understanding of English. You’ll not only build confidence but also gain the specific skills that matter most to you in real-world situations.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 14 21
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 225 214 450 428 675 642 900 855 1,125 1,069 1,350 1,283 1,600 1,520 2,000 1,900 2,400 2,280 2,520 2,394 3,570 3,392
Price in US$ 288 576 864 1,152 1,440 1,727 2,047 2,559 3,070 3,224 4,567
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 225 214 450 428 675 642 900 855 1,125 1,069 1,350 1,283 1,400 1,330 1,600 1,520 1,800 1,710 2,000 1,900 2,400 2,280
Price in US$ 288 576 864 1,152 1,440 1,727 1,791 2,047 2,303 2,559 3,070
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 470 447 940 893 1,410 1,340 1,880 1,786 2,350 2,233 2,820 2,679 3,150 2,993 3,600 3,420 4,050 3,848 4,500 4,275 5,400 5,130
Price in US$ 602 1,203 1,804 2,405 3,007 3,608 4,030 4,605 5,181 5,757 6,908

Make the most of your summer by improving your English in the mornings and practicing conversation in the afternoons.

Morning Sessions:
You’ll focus on all aspects of English—grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing—through interactive lessons that build a strong foundation and increase your confidence in using English in everyday situations.

Afternoon Conversation Classes:
In the afternoons, you’ll put what you’ve learned into practice with conversation classes. These sessions focus on speaking fluently and confidently, discussing a variety of topics and improving pronunciation in a relaxed, informal setting.

This balanced approach will help you progress quickly, improving both your language skills and your ability to communicate effectively in real-world situations.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 13
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 420 399 840 798 1,260 1,197 1,680 1,596 2,100 1,995 2,520 2,394 2,800 2,660 3,200 3,040 4,000 3,800 4,800 4,560 5,200 4,940
Price in US$ 538 1,075 1,612 2,149 2,687 3,224 3,582 4,094 5,117 6,140 6,652

Make the most of your summer by improving your English in the mornings and practicing conversation in the afternoons, with the added benefit of personalised one-to-one lessons.

Morning Sessions:
In the mornings, you'll focus on all aspects of English—grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing—through interactive lessons that build a strong foundation and boost your confidence in using English in everyday situations.

Afternoon Conversation Classes:
In the afternoons, you'll engage in conversation classes, focusing on speaking fluently and confidently while discussing a range of topics and refining your pronunciation in a relaxed setting.

One-to-One Lessons:
Additionally, you'll have personalised one-to-one lessons tailored specifically to your needs and interests. These sessions allow you to target areas where you want to improve, accelerating your progress and helping you learn English more quickly.

This combination of group learning, conversation practice, and personalised attention ensures fast improvement and equips you to communicate effectively in real-world situations.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
60 min
Online
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 0 0 0 80 76 100 95 120 114 140 133 160 152 180 171 200 190 240 228
Price in US$ 103 128 154 180 205 231 256 307
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
60 min
Language Plus Activity
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 350 333 700 665 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 448 896
Starting dates
2026: 27 Jul 2026

Includes 3 afternoon activities and 1 trip.

Prices
Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
14 years
Age range:
14 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 510 485 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 653
Starting dates
2026: 20 Jul 2026

Students will study 24 hours per week: 15 hours of morning lessons, including 3 hours on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoon. Included in the course are 2 afternoon activities, and 1 trip.

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday from 9:30 – 13:00.
  • Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoon from 14:00 to 17:00.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
14 years
Age range:
14 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 410 390 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 525
Starting dates
2026: 13 Jul 2026

Students will study 21 hours per week: 15 hours of morning lessons including 3 hours on a Wednesday afternoon, and 3 hours on a Friday afternoon. Included in the course are 2 afternoon activities, and 1 trip.

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday from 9:30 – 13:00.
  • Wednesday and Friday afternoon from 14:00 to 17:00.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Age range:
16 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 410 390 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 525
Starting dates
2026: 06 Jul 2026

Students will study 21 hours per week: 15 hours of morning lessons including 3 hours on a Tuesday afternoon, and 3 hours on a Friday afternoon. Included in the course are 2 afternoon activities, and 1 trip.

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday from 9:30 – 13:00.
  • Tuesday and Friday afternoon from 14:00 to 17:00.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Age range:
16 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min

Our prices for ICS - International Colleagues School of English include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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  • Drama with our Mystery person
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  • Creating your own mug
    Creating your own mug4/12
  • Visiting London
    Visiting London5/12
  • Final day of class
    Final day of class6/12
  • A plot and a murder!
    A plot and a murder!7/12
  • Trafalgar Square
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ICS - International Colleagues School of English

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
99% hold a university degree
50% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at ICS - International Colleagues School of English and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1978

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Self-study areas

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 5
    • Number of public PC workstations: 3

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Adapted for blind students

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • We have also inclusive toilets
Additional comment about facilities of school
After school classes at 1pm, our students sit twice a week with a 'buddy' in small groups of 3/4 to speak English with a native speaker in a more social atmosphere.

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Spain 32%
Saudi Arabia 32%
Italy 10%
Japan 8%
Germany 5%
Other nationalities 13%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 30%
18-24 years 30%
25-34 years 10%
35-50 years 20%
>50 years 10%
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 15
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses - In summer: 15
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 5
Minimum age of students
18 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Junior courses In summer: 7
Junior courses Throughout the year: 2
Average age of students
In summer: 30 years
Throughout the year: 15 years

Information for all courses offered by ICS - International Colleagues School of English

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
£100
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately £35 per course level.
Comments about courses

All courses include:

  • Internet access
  • Placement testing
  • Exam Preparation
  • Homework
  • Progress report
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Social programme
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 60 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 19 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Weekly social programme including:
- pub
- museums
- cultural and historic walks
- treasure trails
- orientation

Adults - Paid activities

Students are responsible for paying entrance fees to attractions, the cinema, and shows.
Weekly social programme including:
- cinema
- circus
- pubs
- theatre
- museums
- treasure trails
- underground tours
- bowling
- laser-tag
- trampolining
- ghost walks
- pot party
- mug creation
- bell ringing
- adventure parks
- climbing
- raft building
- canoeing
- Ceilidh dance
- Boxing
- visit to seaside towns, such as Cromer, great estates like Blickling.

Junior - Free activities

Weekly social programme including:
- museums,
- cultural and historic walks,
- treasure trails,
- football,
- orientation.

Junior - Paid activities

Weekly social programme including:
- cinema
- circus
- pubs
- theatre
- museums
- treasure trails
- underground tours
- bowling
- laser-tag
- trampolining
- ghost walks
- pot party
- mug creation
- bell ringing
- adventure parks
- climbing
- raft building
- canoeing
- Ceilidh dance
- visit to seaside towns, such as Cromer, great estates like Blickling.
activity possibledistance from school
Basketball5 km
Cooking10 km
Cricket-
Dancing10 km
Football (soccer)5 km
Golf0.5 km
Music-
Sailing8 km
Skiing8 km
Swimming8 km
Table Tennis3 km
Tennis8 km
Volleyball8 km
Yoga5 km

Accommodation

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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 229 458 687 916 1145 1374 1603 1832 2290 2748 229 80
Price in US$ 309 617 926 1,234 1,542 1,851 2,159 2,467 3,084 3,701 309 108
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Special diet supplement: GBP 25 per week.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80£.
Price extra night
£32 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
14
Maximum age of students
77
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 290 580 870 1160 1450 1740 2030 2320 2900 3480 290 80
Price in US$ 391 781 1,172 1,562 1,953 2,343 2,734 3,124 3,905 4,686 391 108
Price per person
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80£.
Price extra night
£42 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
77

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FAQ about ICS - International Colleagues School of English, Norwich

What is the best price for a course at ICS - International Colleagues School of English, Norwich?
“English courses at ICS - International Colleagues School of English start at 19 £ for Online Conversation Course course with 2 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the number of students per class at ICS - International Colleagues School of English?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at ICS - International Colleagues School of English varies from 6 (Online Conversation Course) to 12 students (Summer Junior Course + Basic Filmmaking)”
Which countries are students of ICS - International Colleagues School of English from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at ICS - International Colleagues School of English comes from Spain with a 32% representation, followed by students from Saudi Arabia (32%) and Italy (10%).”
ICS - International Colleagues School of English offers courses for which ages?
“ICS - International Colleagues School of English offers courses from 14 years to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 15 for the rest of the year.”

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Terms of ICS - International Colleagues School of English

First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:20
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 04683625

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 16. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
300 £
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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