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English Courses

Award-winning courses from the joint number 1 English language school in the UK

To learn to use English confidently, you need an English school which focuses on your individual goals, has high-quality teaching, and a helpful environment. Founded in 1912, The London School of English provides just that.

Our clients rate their experience as 'Excellent' on Trustpilot because of our high-quality teaching by experienced trainers, award-winning courses, and course content to meet your needs. Find out more about why we are the best choice for your English language learning in London and online.

Our London centre in Holland Park Gardens offers immersion courses and received perfect scores from the British Council inspection with 14 out of 14 areas of strength, which ranks us as the joint number 1 English school in the UK. 

Our Virtual one-to-one classes enable you to experience the high quality training that we are known for. Delivered through virtual classrooms, our courses are ideal for people who want to learn new skills and be confident using English in a wide range of situations.

Choose your English course in the Course Finder below. 

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General English 20+

For adults 20+ years old. Content based on your needs. Small groups. Full immersion, social activities and lunches with trainers.

  • Location London
  • Maximum Students Max group size: 10
  • Course Age Min age: 20
  • Course Duration Min duration: 1 week
  • Course Price From £520 per week
  • Start Dates Any Monday

English Level

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Business and Professional English 25+

For professionals working internationally. Gain confidence speaking, understanding, presenting and negotiating. Content is customised to your needs. Small groups.

  • Location London
  • Maximum Students Max group size: 6
  • Course Age Min age: 25
  • Course Duration Min duration: 1 week
  • Course Price From £755 per week
  • Start Dates Every Monday

English Level

  • 1
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Legal English 20-30

This three-week legal English course is for newly qualified lawyers and law students aged 20-30 and covers a range of legal topics with a focus on contract drafting, legal case studies, negotiations and participation in meetings. There is an optional 4th week dedicated to TOLES Exam Preparation.

  • Location London
  • Maximum Students Max group size: 10
  • Course Age Min age: 20
  • Course Duration Min duration: 3 or 4 weeks
  • Course Price £2600 for 4 weeks
  • Start Dates Fixed (See start dates)

English Level

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IELTS Preparation

Prepares you for the academic IELTS exam. Hands-on practice, exam strategies, mock tests. 24 hours per week of intensive lessons.

  • Location London
  • Maximum Students Max group size: 10
  • Course Age Min age: 20
  • Course Duration Min duration: 4 weeks
  • Course Price From £2600 for 4 weeks
  • Start Dates Fixed (See start dates)

English Level

  • 1
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Individual English Training

One-to-one English lessons with a very experienced trainer. Your trainer will prepare an individualised plan after discussing your goals with you.

  • Location London
  • Location Online
  • Maximum Students Max group size: 1:1 or 2:1
  • Course Age Min age: 18 or 20
  • Course Duration Min duration: 5hrs (online) 15hrs face to face
  • Course Price From £70 / hr (online) or £99
  • Start Dates Flexible

English Level

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Level 1 (Beginner)

I do not speak any English.

Level 2 (Elementary)

I can say and understand a few things in English.

Level 3 (Pre-Intermediate)

I can communicate simply and understand in familiar situations but only with some difficulty.

Level 4 (Low Intermediate)

I can make simple sentences and can understand the main points of a conversation but need much more vocabulary.

Level 5 (Intermediate)

I can speak and understand reasonably well and can use basic tenses but have problems with more complex grammar and vocabulary.

Level 6 (Upper Intermediate)

I speak and understand well but still make mistakes and fail to make myself understood occasionally.

Level 7 (Pre-Advanced)

I speak and understand well but still make mistakes and fail to make myself understood occasionally.

Level 8 (Advanced)

I speak and understand very well but sometimes have problems with unfamiliar situations and vocabulary.

Level 9 (Very Advanced)

I speak and understand English completely fluently.