Why choose England to study English?
- Football, theatre, music, and everything in between: Premier League matches, West End shows, festivals that invented entire genres of music. You’ve definitely seen British culture, now it’s time to live it!
- History isn't just in museums here, it's everywhere: Walk past Roman baths on your way to class, study in cities where Shakespeare set plays, grab lunch in pubs that have been serving since the 1600s. England doesn't just teach English; it shows you where the language came from.
- Every accent under one roof: Northern grit in Manchester, posh precision in Oxford, London's a mix of everything. England packs more diversity into one small country than anywhere else. You're not learning one accent; you're trying to understand them all.
- Learn English from its birthplace: This is where English started, where it evolved, where it's still spoken with the pride that comes from inventing it. Schools here don't teach English as a subject; they teach it as a living part of the culture you're standing in.
Learn English in England: where old meets new
England invented English, but that's not why most students fall in love with it. It's the friends you make in the first week who feel like lifelong “mates” by the end. The fish and chips wrapped in paper on a Friday night taste better than you think they should. The moment you realise you're dreaming in English, and you didn't even notice when it started.
You'll queue politely, complain about the weather with strangers, and develop opinions on tea strength you never knew mattered.
This is England, my good chap, you won’t find it anywhere else.
The best English schools in England to hit your goals inside and outside the class
Whether it’s learning Business English in the megacity, London, or earning an accredited language certificate in the student capital, Oxford. Just let us know what you’re looking for, and we’ll find it!
English study destinations in England
General English
Balance your core English skills while still enjoying enough free time and activities to enjoy your destination.
Course duration: 1+ weeks
Minimum age: 16
Balance your core English skills while still enjoying enough free time and activities to enjoy your destination.
Key information
Whether you’re looking to build a foundation for your new language, improve your current skills, or just looking for a fun, educational holiday, our general programme is for you! Have lessons throughout the week and spend your weekends and evenings doing fun activities and excursions to get an appreciation of your new destination.
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Course duration: 1+ weeks
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Minimum age: 16
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Class size: 12-15
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Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
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Intensive courses
Make the fastest progress possible through intensive lessons that will have you speaking perfect English in no time!
Course duration: 1+ weeks
Minimum age: 16
Make the fastest progress possible through intensive lessons that will have you speaking perfect English in no time!
Key Information
Our intensive course is based on the same model as the standard course, but at a faster pace and delivered with more depth to allow students to make faster progress.
- Course duration: 1+ weeks
- Minimum age: 16
- Class size: 12-15
- Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
Exam preparation
Whether you want to study for the IELTS or a Cambridge certificate in England, we have the preparation course for you! Earn an accredited language certificate in England with ESL.
Course duration: 1+ weeks
Minimum age: 16
Whether you want to study for the IELTS or a Cambridge certificate in England, we have the preparation course for you! Earn an accredited language certificate in England with ESL.
Key information
If you’re looking to transform your language skills into a marketable qualification, there’s no better option than a language certificate. Our exam preparation courses will give you dedicated lessons alongside tried and tested exam techniques to make sure you get the grade you need to get your dream job or get into your dream university.
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Course duration: 1+ weeks
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Minimum age: 16
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Class size: 12-15
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Entry level: Depends on chosen exam
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Exams offered: IELTS, Cambridge Certificates, TOEIC
Business English
Improve your workplace fluency while preparing for international employment through our business English courses in England.
Course duration: 1+ week
Minimum age: 18
Improve your workplace fluency while preparing for international employment through our business English courses in England.
Key information
Learn to work and thrive in an international company through our Business English course. Get dedicated industry vocabulary, interview and CV making skills, Networking alongside international peers, and everything else you need to function in the globalised modern world.
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Course duration: 1+ week
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Minimum age: 18
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Class size: 6-10
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Entry level: Intermediate - Advanced
Junior & Teen Programs
Give your child an unforgettable experience with fun activities, weekly trips, and real-world English practice.
Course duration: 1+ week
Minimum age: 7
Give your child an experience they’ll remember for the rest of their life, with daily activities and weekly excursions to help them explore, make friends, and practise their English in the real world.
Key information
Younger learners soak up knowledge like a sponge when you combine learning with fun activities and excursions. Our summer camps offer children engaging language lessons in the morning, alongside fun activities in the afternoon and at weekends. Each of our camps also has accommodation and meal options, alongside 24/7 supervision, so you can rest easy knowing we’re handling everything!
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Course duration: 1+ week
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Minimum age: 7
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Class size: Average 12–15
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Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
One-to-one lessons
With a fully customisable lesson plan designed around your needs, this programme will allow you to study towards your own personal goals and make dedicated progress.
Course duration: 1+ week
Minimum age: 16 (10 if including juniors)
Looking to achieve a specialised goal with your language course? Or do you just want a break from group classes? Our one-on-one courses offer you personalised tuition to fit your needs in a quiet environment — it’s the fastest way to achieve your goals. The best part? You can combine it with general classes, so you can still enjoy the social atmosphere of a group class while working on your personal goals in a private course.
Key information
With a fully customisable lesson plan designed around your needs, this programme will allow you to study towards your own personal goals and make dedicated progress.
- Course duration: 1+ week
- Minimum age: 16 (10 if including juniors)
- Class size: 1-2
- Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
Long-term Gap Programmes
Go beyond the standard classroom experience, make a life in England! Choose between a standard gap year or take your language skills to the ultimate level in an Academic Year Abroad.
Course duration: 2+ months
Minimum age: 16
Go beyond the standard classroom experience, make a life in England! Choose between a standard gap year or take your language skills to the ultimate level in an Academic Year Abroad.
Key information
Our long-term programmes offer you a way to go beyond the standard study abroad experience and will allow you to make a new life in England. Whether you choose to specialise your lessons towards a goal like exam preparation or professional skills through an Academic Year Abroad, or just extend your courses through a Gap Year, you’ll stop being a student and start being a local!
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Course duration: 2+ months
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Minimum age: 16
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Class size: 12-15
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Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
Academic Year Abroad - Exam preparation
Turn your Academic Year Abroad into a launchpad for your university journey by earning an accredited language certificate!
Course duration: 2+ months
Minimum age: 16
Once you have a B1 level in your chosen language, you can continue your Academic Year with a focus on exam preparation. This course is designed to give you the necessary assistance and coaching to help you ace the accredited language exam of your choice, and will help you secure your spot in a prestigious university. Alongside university campus visits, expert guest speakers, and unique access to our university partners, this programme is the perfect way to secure your academic future!
Key information
Turn your Academic Year Abroad into a launchpad for your university journey by earning an accredited language certificate!
- Course duration: 2+ months
- Minimum age: 16
- Class size: 12-15
- Entry level: B1 level - Advanced
English courses for seniors
The learning never stops with ESL! Choose our 50+ courses to learn among students your own age, with carefully tailored lessons designed with your age group in mind.
Course duration: 1-2 weeks
Minimum age: 50
The learning never stops with ESL! Choose our 50+ courses to learn among students your own age, with carefully tailored lessons designed with your age group in mind.
Key information
Our 50+ courses are designed with senior learners in mind. Each class will exclusively have students your own age and will feature activities for more mature learners in mind. Whether it’s learning about nature and local cuisine in Jersey or cream teas and tours of the beautiful centre of Bath, you’ll have an amazing experience abroad!
- Course duration: 1-2 weeks
- Minimum age: 50
- Class size: 8-12
- Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
Accreditations and memberships
What does it look like to study English in England as a student?
Student Life in England
England practically invented student culture as the world knows it. Join clubs, attend quiz nights that test your grasp of British pop culture, and make friends from every continent at international student events that happen weekly.
London students ride the tube to Camden's music scene and stumble into festivals like Notting Hill Carnival. Manchester means live gigs every night and chips with gravy on the walk home. Oxford? That's where Harry Potter was filmed, except it's real students living there now.
Safety and Healthcare in England
Crime rates in England are among the lower end of Europe, and student areas tend to be even safer. The NHS (National Health Service) covers emergencies for free, though you'll need private health insurance for full coverage; we'll sort that out before you land. Walking home after a late study session? Completely normal. Cities are well-lit, and locals have a knack for spotting when someone needs directions.
Getting around in England
Getting around England is simpler than the accent variations might suggest. London's Tube will get you anywhere in 30 minutes, trains connect cities fast (Manchester to London in two hours), and railcards knock a third off fares if you're under 30. Buses run everywhere that trains don't, contactless payment works on nearly everything, and everything is helpfully sign-posted. Just make sure you “Mind the Gap”.
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Book your English courses in England and get expert help free of charge
We’re passionate about languages, and since 1996, we’ve been helping others feel that same thrill we get from learning and travelling! Learning English in England is exciting, but it can take a lot of work; that’s why it helps to have an experienced agency by your side to help you navigate the challenges of your time abroad.
Getting your visa for an English course in England
Getting your visa sorted for England is easier than it sounds, and ESL will give you dedicated advice every step of the way. EU citizens just need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) - £16, which can be completed online in minutes, is good for two years, and includes stays of up to 6 months. Simple!
Certain nationalities and EU students visiting for over 6 months will need a student visa. For this, you’ll need:
Proof of acceptance from your language school
Proof you can support yourself (roughly £1,334 per month)
Aside from this, we’ll handle the paperwork with your school before you book flights, walk you through every step, and make sure you'll know exactly what you need well in advance. The process takes 2-3 weeks, which gives you time to pack properly instead of panic-buying adaptors at the airport.
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