Central Language SchoolCambridge, England UK
- A variety of social activities offered such as museum visits, afternoon tea, film and games nights and more.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
Students from more than 90 different countries have studied at the school in which there is usually a good mix of nationalities and professions. All teachers are native speakers and are CELTA or DELTA qualified.
Location: Central Language School Cambridge is located in the famous, student-friendly city of Cambridge, England. The school is housed in the city centre, a short distance from many amenities, restaurants, eateries, colleges of the University of Cambridge and attractions. Attractions and sites of interest within walking distance of the school include the University Museum of zoology, the Fitzwilliam Museum, the River Cam, the Mathematical Bridge, the Cambridge University Botanic Gardens and the University of Cambridge.
Getting around: The school's central location is within walking distance of many of the city's sites and attractions. Bike rental services are also available locally. The Cambridge train station is within a 10-minute walk of the school, ensuring London is within an 80-minute trip of the school's front doors.
Course selection: In addition to General English taught over several schedules and intensities and available to students of all levels, the school also supplies Exam Preparation programmes (PET, FCE, CAE, CPE). Private tuition is available in conjunction with any other programme or independently.
- The language school Central Language School was founded in Cambridge, England UK in 1996.
- Legal name / parent company: Central Language School Cambridge
- Tax registration ID: Charity Registration No 105607
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 28 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 275 262 | 550 523 | 825 784 | 1045 993 | 1568 1490 | 2090 1986 | 3740 3553 | 4675 4442 | 5280 5016 | 6160 5852 | 220 209 |
Students of this course will join the General English classes in the morning. From Tuesdays to Thursdays there will be afternoon classes on different language skills.
The Intensive English course includes classes Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 13:00 and then on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 14:00 to 16:00. It is ideal for students who are studying for shorter periods so that they can maximise their study time, and also for students preparing for English exams. This course is only suitable for higher level students, usually B1 or higher. In the morning classes they use different coursebooks through the year and students practise speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, grammar and writing. In the afternoon classes, they use a range of different materials prepared by the teachers. Students can join some social activities outside lesson times and they will receive a Certificate and progress report at the end of the course.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 28 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 210 200 | 420 399 | 630 599 | 798 759 | 1197 1138 | 1596 1517 | 2856 2714 | 3570 3392 | 4032 3831 | 4704 4469 | 168 160 |
At the end of the course, a certificate and report will be given to full-time students who have studied for 2 weeks or longer.
A student has the option to study a special language topic such as Phrasal Verbs or Everyday Expressions.
Students taking exams like KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE, or IELTS may do exam practice.
The General English course includes classes Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 13:00. It is suitable for all ages of adults and levels of English from A2 to C1. In class they use different coursebooks through the year and students practise speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, grammar and writing. Students can join social activities some afternoons/evenings and they will receive a Certificate and progress report at the end of the course.
There is lots of interaction with other students. Teachers give each student a high level of individual attention.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 28 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 90 86 | 180 171 | 270 257 | 342 325 | 513 488 | 684 650 | 1224 1163 | 1530 1454 | 1728 1642 | 2016 1916 | 72 69 |
If you prefer to study only part-time, the Afternoon Course is for 6 hours per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 14:00 and 16:00. The school will need to check your English level first before they can offer you a place as the afternoon class levels are usually higher than morning classes.
The afternoon classes focus on different language skills:
Speaking, Listening and Pronunciation,
Reading and Use of English,
Writing.
A typical week may include:
How to find information in different texts,
How to write a formal and informal email,
Exam skills for B2 First, C1 Advanced or IELTS,
Useful language for everyday life,
There is also opportunity for discussion in pairs and groups.
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Information for all courses offered by Central Language School
Students will only pay for 4 days if they book a course in a week with a public holiday.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 20 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- 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
Central Language School
“When students finish their courses with us, they usually say we have been like a family to them! ”
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Copy machine
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 4Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
320 £ return (both ways)
380 £ return (both ways)
170 £ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | - |
Baseball | | - |
Basketball | | - |
Cooking | | - |
Cricket | | - |
Dancing | | - |
Diving | | 0.5 km |
Field Hockey | | - |
Football (soccer) | | - |
Golf | | 3 km |
Horse riding | | 10 km |
Ice Hockey | | - |
Music | | - |
Rugby | | - |
Squash | | 0.5 km |
Swimming | | 0.5 km |
Table Tennis | | - |
Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | - |
Windsurfing | | 5 km |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in £ | 195 | 390 | 585 | 780 | 975 | 1170 | 1365 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 195 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Half-board homestay is a great way to practise the English you have been learning in class and to experience British life and culture. The homestays have all been carefully selected by the School and are visited every 2 years. They also comply with the guidelines of the British Council Accreditation scheme. The homestays are located in different areas of Cambridge, not usually in the city centre. There may be a journey of about 15-20 minutes by bus or bicycle. Students usually need to share bathroom facilities with other students or members of the family home. Some homestays have pets. Some can provide for particular diets if requested. Students are made to feel very welcome and can spend time talking with hosts at mealtimes and in the evenings.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in £ | 160 | 320 | 480 | 640 | 800 | 960 | 1120 | 1280 | 1600 | 1920 | 160 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Please note you cannot cook your own food at this type of homestay. The homestays have all been carefully selected by the School and are visited every 2 years. They also comply with the guidelines of the British Council Accreditation scheme. The homestays are located in different areas of Cambridge, not usually in the city centre. There may be a journey of about 15-20 minutes by bus or bicycle. Students usually need to share bathroom facilities with other students or members of the family home. Some homestays have pets. Some and provide for particular diets if requested. Students are made to feel very welcome and can spend time talking with hosts.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in £ | 150 | 300 | 450 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1050 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 150 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The homestays have all been carefully selected by the School and are visited every 2 years. They also comply with the guidelines of the British Council Accreditation scheme. The homestays are located in different areas of Cambridge, not usually in the city centre. There may be a journey of about 15-20 minutes by bus or bicycle. Students usually need to share bathroom facilities with other students or members of the family home. Some homestays have pets. Students are made to feel very welcome and can spend time talking with hosts in the evenings.
Ratings of Central Language School compared to ratings of all schools in England UK
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Student opinions about Central Language School, Cambridge
- Cambridge Academy of English
- EC English
- EF International Language Center
- Embassy Junior Centre
- ILC - International Language Centres
- Influent
- InTuition
- Kaplan International Languages
- English school in Cambridge: LSI - Language Studies International
- LSI - Language Studies International Summer Centre
- OI Digital Institute Online English
- Select English
- Select English Summer Centre - Magdalene College
- Select English Summer Centre - St Andrews College
- St Giles International
- Stafford House International, Cambridgeshire
- Stafford House International Junior Centre
- Studio Cambridge
- Studio Cambridge Junior Centre - Sir George
- Studio Cambridge Summer Centre - Sir Christopher
- Studio Cambridge Summer Centre - Sir Edward
- Studio Cambridge Summer Centre - Sir Laurence
- Studio Cambridge Summer Centre - Sir Michael
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- The Cambridge Centre for Languages
Questions and answers about Central Language School
- Can we book accommodation for 1 week and after arrival book additional weeks?“Additional weeks of accommodation can be booked on the spot but are subject to availability.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 03, 2023
FAQ about Central Language School, Cambridge
- What is the best price for a course at Central Language School, Cambridge?English courses at Central Language School start at 86 £ for Afternoon English course with 6 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Central Language School?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Central Language School
- Is airport pickup offered by Central Language School?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (160 £), London Gatwick Airport (190 £), London Stansted Airport (100 £)
- What is the number of students per class at Central Language School?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Central Language School varies from 10 students (Intensive English) to 10 students (Intensive English)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Central Language School?100% of teachers at Central Language School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Central Language School from?The highest Nationality percentage at Central Language School comes from Italy with a 13% representation, followed by students from Spain (11%) and France (7%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Central Language School offers courses for which ages?Central Language School offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.