ABLS Members
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ABC LANGUAGES (Cambridge)
ABC offers the highest quality teaching with a personal touch. Whether you are a beginner or advanced, a university student or a mature professional, you will find the course you are looking for. We provide a wide range of programmes from long-stay general/exam courses to intensive, personally-designed, professional options – all in the heart of Cambridge. We also welcome under-18s and families from June- September.
www.abclanguages.com
Accent English Language Centre (Guernsey)
Located on the beautiful Island of Guernsey our school provides a wide range of language programmes. We have a popular summer school for children, aged 12 to 17, and year round courses for adults including private tuition and business courses in groups. Through our combination of intensive study and a friendly relaxing atmosphere, students quickly improve their standard of English.
www.accent.guernsey.net
Bishopstrow College (Warminster, Wiltshire)
Set in beautiful grounds we prepare children from age 8 upwards for entry to UK preparatory and senior schools. Situated in Warminster which is within 90 minutes travelling time of Heathrow and many places of cultural and local interest. Visits at weekends to the surrounding area, including the coast, as well as cities such as Bath, Oxford and London.
www.bishopstrow.com
Castle Hill International Language Centre (Stamford, Lincolnshire)
We offer a range of language study courses based on Cambridge University English as a Foreign Language exams. Also, International English LanguageTesting System (IELTS), general English plus cultural programme, business English, as well as customised courses.
www.chilc.co.uk
Cavendish School of English
A family run organisation established in 1983. Located in a quiet residential area, in the heart of beautiful Bournemouth on the south coast of England. Bournemouth is a vibrant, cosmopolitan resort offering plenty of varied entertainment and many miles of golden sandy beaches. We offer a wide range of adult and junior courses in a friendly relaxing atmosphere. Our students are taught in small groups supported by well-qualified, enthusiastic English teaching professionals.
www.cavendishschool.com
Celtic
Located in the centre of Cardiff and just 5 minutes from the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff Castle and an excellent Shopping Centre. Maximum of 8 students to a class. Internet and self-study rooms, student lounge with free drinks machine. Classes available for all levels every morning, afternoon and evening. A friendly city with friendly host families.
www.celticschool.org.uk
CL English
Courses begin every Monday at all levels from elementary to advanced. Exam preparation, Business English and individual courses are also offered. Free level test & trial lesson. Hostel style accommodation is also available on the upper floors of the school building.
www.clenglish.co.uk
East London School of English
Open all year we offer a relaxed, friendly, but professional atmosphere with classes at all levels. We also have preparation courses for Cambridge and IELTS examinations at no extra cost. We offer extremely good value courses with a free level test & trial lesson. We are conveniently situated near to the financial heart of London and a short distance from The Tower of London. Minimum age 16 - no maximum.
www.elsenglish.com
Excel College Manchester (previous known as Manchester IELTS Centre)
A friendly school in Manchester city centre. It offers general English at all levels all year around, and specialises in IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge English exam preparation courses and Computer and IT courses, and is an authorised TOEFL iBT exam centre.
www.excel-college.com
Frisby's (Gt Yarmouth, Norfolk)
The school offers general and business English courses for adults as well as junior and teenage courses. Examination preparation with excellent results. Great courses -great location - Great Yarmouth!
www.homeofenglish.co.uk
Holme Park School
Located near Kendal in the Lake District we offer residential courses for children aged 8 – 14. On-site facilities: tennis, football, table-tennis, badminton, cricket and volleyball. Off-site activities: climbing, canoeing, mountain-biking, go-karting, ice-skating, aerial assault course, sailing, pottery and candle-making. Excellent international mix and small groups.
www.holme-park-school.com
ICS International Colleagues School of English (Norwich)
Established in 1978. The school is open all year. Minimum age 16 - no maximum. Travel to Norwich via Stansted. Flybe.com offers some flights to Norwich airport. Flexible start dates, general English, good nationality mix, kind families. Special au pair language programme.
www.icsenglish.com
inlingua Vacation Programmes
We offer junior English PLUS sport / activities vacation programmes at 4 unique locations in England. As an example, we have an English PLUS “elite” football programme with football coaching delivered by Premiership Football Club, Bolton Wanderers FC, and daily English lessons with classrooms inside the Reebok Stadium. We work hard to give the individual exactly what they want and need!
www.ij-tours.co.uk
International Language Homestays (home language tuition)
World specialists in one-to-one in the teacher's home - over 50 interesting locations in 20 countries, each location with our own Local Organiser - courses include Standard, Executive Plus, Examination Preparation, Special Summer Courses for Teenagers, Private Bathroom Option. Cultural options, city experience and special interests also offered.
www.ilh.com
Kingsley School of English
Owned by one family for over 15 years we are close to the centre of London in a pleasant residential area. Minimum age 16 – no maximum. We offer most levels, enthusiastic teachers, limited class sizes and excellent exam results .A great mix of nationalities, a very friendly atmosphere and a lively social programme.
www.kingsleyschoolofenglish.co.uk
Manchester Language School
A very English experience. Moor Cottage offers a tranquil learning environment in a dynamic city providing individualised programmes for business and pleasure. Clients' confidence and motivation are enhanced by professional and experienced staff, welcoming host families and a beautiful 18th century setting. Unforgettable!
www.manchesterlanguageschool.co.uk
New Century Study (home language tuition)
A family-run organisation which specialises in providing tailor-made English tuition courses (one-to-one and small groups) for any purpose and any age. All tuition is provided by qualified, specialist teachers of English as a foreign language (TEFL, TESOL or CELTA)
www.newcenturystudy.com
Oxford College of English
Organises English language courses in Edinburgh (16+), Milton Keynes (14+), Northampton (12+), Oxford (16+), Southend-on-Sea and Torquay (12+). We offer fully inclusive courses which include language tuition, accommodation and a full programme of activities, sports and excursions.
www.oxfordcollege.co.uk
Personal English Tutors (home language tuition)
An education service centred in Oxford providing intensive immersion in the English language. Our method is both relaxed and enjoyable, yet efficient and effective because you live and study in your own private teacher's house, follow a course specifically designed for your needs, do not meet anyone else from your own country, and have a great time living in a lovely home in the English countryside. Friendly, fast, and effective!
www.p-e-t.co.uk
Princes College of English
Located on Oxford Street. Open all year. We offer general and business English, IELTS and university foundation courses. Self-study and listening centre, library and lounge. Social programme.
www.princescollege.com
Regents English Language Centre (Cheshire)
We are a Christian College welcoming people of all faiths or none to learn general English at all levels, English with Theology or English for Mission with TEFL teacher training. Students study alongside Theology students from all over the world in a relaxed parkland setting.
www.regentsenglish.org.uk
South Chelsea College and School of English
Offers high quality, affordable English classes in a lively and trendy South London setting. Founded in 1985 it is a friendly, family-owned college which provides classes at all levels including preparation for examinations, academic year and summer courses. Computer and Business Studies options are also available.
www.southchelseacollege.co.uk
Southall School of Language and Missionary Orientation
We are an evangelical English Language School as part of the ministry of Southall Baptist Church. Our English course is available to students of every ability from Elementary to Advanced.
www.sslmo.co.uk
Suffolk Country Courses (near Cambridge)
The school is based in an English country house with extensive grounds close to Stansted airport and London. Facilities include, a hard tennis court, a heated swimming pool, paddocks, volley-ball and badminton. We teach EFL to teenagers and also prepare students for entry to English Public schools. Our classes are small, our families are kind and great care and attention is given to each student.
www.eclipse.co.uk/scc
SUL Language Schools
We have 25 years' experience providing English language and activity courses for foreign students. Our headquarters are in Cornwall, where we run our adult 1:1 courses for general and business English. We offer Junior courses in South-West England, the Midlands and Scotland. Our Holiday English courses run in Winter, Spring and Summer. Cultural visits and short EFL courses for schools are in term time.
www.sul-schools.com
The Bournemouth School of English
A small, friendly and personal school in the centre of Bournemouth which offers general English courses for students of any ability, from Beginner to Proficiency level and also caters for juniors. We can provide accommodation with English host families and we specialise in the Cambridge Examinations (FCE, CAE & CPE), producing consistently excellent results.
www.bsenglish.co.uk
The English Language Institute at Bristol
A small school offering quality courses designed to meet the individual needs of the student. Students are taught in small groups by well-qualified and experienced teachers. Progress is personally monitored with the emphasis on the high performance of each student. Intensive preparation for Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL and TOEIC examinations.
www.elibristol.com
The Northern School of Languages
A unique language school located in vibrant Leeds dedicated to individuals and businesses who recognise the importance of language learning. Study in a fun, friendly, yet professional, environment with a family feel. Small group classes from Beginner to Advanced levels. Qualified staff and IELTS specialists. Free internet access and coffee lounge.
www.northernlanguages.co.uk
Totnes European School (Totnes, Devon)
General English courses and Cambridge exam preparation courses in small classes. We specialise in providing a variety of work experience placements which can be taken in conjunction with an English language course. We are accredited for the University of Cambridge Work Experience Certificate.
www.totneseuropeanschool.co.uk
Waterloo School of English
Located in Bloomsbury near the British Museum and Oxford Street. Close to Tottenham Court Road and Holborn tube stations. Our school is small with an excellent atmosphere. We offer all levels of English language teaching, as well as Business English, IELTS and Cambridge Examination classes. Student lounge and a large sun terrace. Free internet access and a social programme which includes day trips and parties.
www.waterlooschoolelt.co.uk
Wellington Study Centre
Established 18 years ago, WSC is based in Wood Green, North London which is only 15 minutes from the centre of town by tube. A busy, but friendly school, WSC offers all levels of English with free internet access, Computing classes, social programme and students from an average of 55 countries! WSC rarely advertises, as most students come on the recommendation of previous students.
http://www.wellcollege.com