EF International Language CenterBournemouth, England UK
- Spacious private garden with foosball and ping pong table.
- Located just a few minutes walk from the city centre, the beach and the famous Bournemouth Pier.
- Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EF International Language Center Bournemouth is located in the coastal city of Bournemouth, in southern England. The school is situated in a lively student area, within a large detached building, on the outskirts of the city centre. Close by, there are several cafés, eateries, restaurants and supermarkets, ensuring that students have all they need to feel comfortable during their time in the city. Relaxing green spaces are never far away, with the Bournemouth Upper Gardens a 9-minute walk from the school. The attractions of the city centre and the Bournemouth coastline are also just a short walk away, such locations as the Bournemouth Pier, the Russell Coats Art Gallery, several bars and clubs, and the Oceanarium, all within a 20-minute walk of the school's front doors. Bournemouth International Airport is within an hours bus journey or 20-minute taxi from the school, ensuring all arrivals and departures can be made with ease.
School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students' all they may need to reach their language goals, in a comfortable environment. Classrooms have state-of-the-art technology, are spacious and have excellent lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a games room, a garden and a variety of games tables. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.
School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!
EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.
Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
- Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
- Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
- Abbreviated name of school: EF Bournemouth
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1170 1141 | 1755 1712 | 2340 2282 | 3330 3247 | 4440 4329 | 5450 5314 | 6540 6377 | 8560 8346 | 10700 10433 | 535 522 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This is a carefully composed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 13:15
Afternoon: 11:55 - 18:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1070 1017 | 1605 1525 | 2140 2033 | 3030 2879 | 4040 3838 | 4950 4703 | 5940 5643 | 7760 7372 | 9700 9215 | 485 461 |
If you would like to improve your English in the coastal area of Bournemouth on a schedule of roughly 17 hours per week, with cultural activities organised by the school, then EF Bournemouth’s General Course could be the perfect choice for you.
The school promises that if you complete all assignments that are asked of you, then you will improve by one course level every six weeks. To measure this, you will be asked to take a new placement test once every five weeks - so you are always having your English development monitored and evaluated.
Students on the General Course also get to take 4 Special Interest Lessons per week, which are based on a subject of the learner’s choosing. The school is situated just a 10 minute walk from Bournemouth’s city centre, beach and pier. Additionally, you can expect the school to occasionally organise weekend trips to major cities around Europe, which will give you a fun and adventurous context in which to put your English to the test!
This is a carefully composed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 13:15
Afternoon: 11:55 - 18:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1170 1112 | 1755 1668 | 2340 2223 | 3330 3164 | 4440 4218 | 5450 5178 | 6540 6213 | 8400 7980 | 10500 9975 | 525 499 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests. You will also benefit from 10 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 13:15
Afternoon: 14:15 - 18:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1270 1239 | 1905 1858 | 2540 2477 | 3630 3540 | 4840 4719 | 5950 5802 | 7140 6962 | 9200 8970 | 11500 11213 | 575 561 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests. You will also benefit from 10 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 13:15
Afternoon: 14:15 - 18:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 970 922 | 1455 1383 | 1940 1843 | 2325 2209 | 2790 2651 | 3255 3093 | 3720 3534 | 4005 3805 | 4450 4228 | 5340 5073 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive class time.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 11:40
Afternoon: 11:55 - 15:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1070 1044 | 1605 1565 | 2140 2087 | 2575 2511 | 3090 3013 | 3605 3515 | 4120 4017 | 4455 4344 | 4950 4827 | 5940 5792 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 11:40
Afternoon: 11:55 - 15:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | -- | 1070 1044 | 1605 1565 | 2140 2087 | 2575 2511 | 3090 3013 | 3605 3515 | 4120 4017 | 4455 4344 | -- | -- |
This package includes tuition, accommodation and is perfect for students who want to learn a new language and experience a new culture alongside classmates their age.
Mandatory supplements which are not included in the price are transfers, insurance, lunch and the EF fun pack (town tour, welcome party, picnic, sports, quiz night, beach BBQ, Harry Potter themed games, Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum, and Jurassic Coast walks).
Please note that this course is subject to an availability check at the time of booking, which the school will confirm.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive class time as well as a structures activities plan for free time.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 11:40
Afternoon: 11:55 - 15:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4520 4294 | -- | 5550 5273 | 6105 5800 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4920 4797 | -- | 6050 5899 | 6655 6489 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4520 4294 | 4995 4746 | 5550 5273 | 6105 5800 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4920 4797 | 5445 5309 | 6050 5899 | 6655 6489 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4520 4294 | 4995 4746 | -- | 6660 6327 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4920 4797 | 5445 5309 | -- | 7260 7079 |
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF International Language Center campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
Lessons per week:
- 16 General English lessons
- 8 Exam preparation lesson
- 2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
- 4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
- 1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3390 3221 | 4520 4294 | 5550 5273 | 6660 6327 | 8560 8132 | 10700 10165 | 535 509 |
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
8 Exam preparation lessons
2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is accepted as a proof of language proficiency for over 9.000 academic, professional and government organizations. It's required for admissions to universities and student visas in many English-speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 13:15
Afternoon: 14:15 - 18:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3690 3598 | 4920 4797 | 6050 5899 | 7260 7079 | 9360 9126 | 11700 11408 | 585 571 |
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
8 Exam preparation lessons
2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is accepted as a proof of language proficiency for over 9.000 academic, professional and government organizations. It's required for admissions to universities and student visas in many English-speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:45 - 13:15
Afternoon: 14:15 - 18:20
Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center
The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-6 weeks is EUR 55
7-12 weeks is EUR 95
13-18 weeks is EUR 145
19-24 weeks is EUR 195
25-30 weeks is EUR 245
31-36 weeks is EUR 295
37-42 weeks is EUR 345
43-48 weeks is EUR 395
49-52 weeks is EUR 445.
Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).
Students must book a travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Bournemouth. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:
- Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.
Accommodation: - The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 55 per week.
- Homestays are no further than 60 minutes by public transportation from school.
- Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and may change depending on availability and time of year. The 26 lessons is likely to follow the 20 lessons per week structure with the extra six lessons taking place after the morning classes or before the afternoon classes, two lessons on three days. In some cases four extra lessons could fall on the same day for course over 20 hours per week.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
EF International Language Center (EF)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Movie room
Games room
Garden
Copy machine
Video game console
Table tennis
Table soccer / football
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with organizing transportation
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Halal food offered at the school
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 18Number of public PC workstations: 75Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | |
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Basketball | |
Dancing | |
Football (soccer) | |
Horse riding | |
Table Tennis | |
Tennis | |
Volleyball | |
Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Student parties
- Football
- Basketball
- Movie Night
- Numerous other academic & non-academic clubs
- Weekly summer beach BBQ and bonfire
- Bingo Night
Adults - Paid activities
- Football (£3)
- Cinema (£10-18)
- Dinners (£15)
- Bowling (£8)
- Trips to London and Oxford (£65)
Junior - Free activities
- Karaoke
- Scavenger hunt
Junior - Paid activities
- Bowling
- Harry Potter
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | -- | 770 | 1155 | 1540 | 1925 | 2310 | 2695 | 3080 | 3850 | 4620 | 385 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Only available to book as an add-on for course options that don't already include accommodation.
- Anglo-Continental
- Bayswater
- BCC - Bournemouth City College
- BEET Language Centre, Charminster
- Bright School of English, Town Centre
- British School of Marketing International
- Capital School of English, Dorset
- Capital School of English Junior Centre
- Cavendish School of English
- ETC International College
- Europa School of English
- Influent
- International Projects Junior Summer School
- InTuition
- Kaplan International Languages
- English school in Bournemouth: Kings
- Kings - Young Learners Centre
- Richard Language College
- Southbourne School of English, Southbourne
- Stafford House International Junior Centre
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- The Bournemouth School of English
- The Language Training Co, Town Centre
- Westbourne Academy , Westbourne
FAQ about EF International Language Center, Bournemouth
- What is the best price for a course at EF Languages Abroad, Bournemouth?English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 461 € for Summer Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by EF Languages Abroad?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport ( €), Bournemouth Airport ( €), London Gatwick Airport ( €)
- What is the number of students per class at English First?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation ) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation )
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.