General English

For adults of all ages who want to achieve fluency and accuracy in everyday English. Develop the four language skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing – by learning and practising language in real life situations, with a focus on listening and speaking.

  • Learn English for everyday life – travelling, emails, social media and much more.
  • Practise language using real life Everyday situations.
  • Choose our intensive course for rapid progress.

Parents of students under the age of 18 should read Information for Parents of Students aged 16 & 17.

Intensive Courses are eligible for the Bildungsurlaub in many German states.

Programme Name
Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You! Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
IELTS Choose IELTS and improve your language and skills for examination success.
- Experienced examination preparation course teachers.
- Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examination.
- Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises.
- Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score.
Price P/W (from)
 
Standard General English Morning
20
£311
Intensive General English
30
£387
Intensive with Business English
30
£438
Standard Academic Year Morning
20
£311
Intensive Academic Year
30
£387
Part-Time General English Afternoon
10
£156
Part-Time Business English Afternoon
10
£176

Programme Descriptions

Standard General English Morning E20

For adults of all ages who want to achieve fluency and accuracy in everyday English. Develop the four language skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - by learning and practising language in real life situations, with a focus on listening and speaking.

  • Intensity
  • 16h 40m per week
  • 09:00 - 12:50
    Monday to Friday
20 Lessons per week The number of lessons included per week.
Language Development Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You! Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
IELTS Choose IELTS and improve your language and skills for examination success.
- Experienced examination preparation course teachers.
- Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examination.
- Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises.
- Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score.

Timetable

  • 09:00 - 12:50 Language Development / Language Skills

Prices

  • £414 1-3 Weeks
  • £373 4-11 Weeks
  • £352 12-23 Weeks
  • £311 24+ Weeks
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100.

Information

  • Available: 1-24 Weeks
  • Levels: A2, B1, B2, C1
  • Minimum Age: 16
  • Maximum class size: 14 students
  • Each lesson is 50 minutes

More Information

Starts: Every Monday

Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50
Timetable includes break time.

The school will be closed on public holidays in 2024: January 1; March 29; April 1; May 6, 27; August 26; December 25, 26 and January 1 2025.
When Monday is a public holiday, classes start on the following Tuesday.

Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- activity programme
- school certificate


Intensive General English E30

This more intensive programme brings extra focus on taking part in communicative activities. Build vocabulary and your ability to operate in real life situations. Focus on international communication in English. Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays. Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.

  • Intensity
  • 25h per week
  • 09:00 - 15:30
    Monday to Friday 09:00 - 15:30. FK Lunch Club one day every 2 weeks.
30 Lessons per week The number of lessons included per week.
Language Development Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You! Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
IELTS Choose IELTS and improve your language and skills for examination success.
- Experienced examination preparation course teachers.
- Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examination.
- Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises.
- Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score.

Timetable

  • 09:00 - 12:50 Language Development / Language Skills
  • 12:50 - 13:45 Lunch Break
  • 13:45 - 15:30 Language for You!

Prices

  • £515 1-3 Weeks
  • £464 4-11 Weeks
  • £438 12-23 Weeks
  • £387 24+ Weeks
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100.

Information

  • Available: 1-24 Weeks
  • Levels: A2, B1, B2, C1
  • Minimum Age: 16
  • Maximum class size: 14 students
  • Each lesson is 50 minutes

More Information

Starts: Every Monday

Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50
Monday to Friday: 2 x 50m lessons 13:45-15:30
Timetable includes break time

The school will be closed on public holidays in 2024: January 1; March 29; April 1; May 6, 27; August 26; December 25, 26 and January 1 2025.
When Monday is a public holiday, classes start on the following Tuesday.

Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- activity programme
- school certificate
- lunch club one day every 2 weeks


Intensive with Business English IB30

This intensive programme includes language to use English as an international language at work, including business vocabulary, business writing and survival skills for English in the workplace.

  • Intensity
  • 25h per week
  • 09:00 - 15:30
    Monday to Friday 09:00 - 15:30. FK Lunch Club one day every 2 weeks.
30 Lessons per week The number of lessons included per week.
Language Development Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You! Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
IELTS Choose IELTS and improve your language and skills for examination success.
- Experienced examination preparation course teachers.
- Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examination.
- Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises.
- Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score.

Timetable

  • 09:00 - 12:50 Language Development / Language Skills
  • 12:50 - 13:45 Lunch Break
  • 13:45 - 15:30 Business English

Prices

  • £515 1-3 Weeks
  • £464 4-11 Weeks
  • £438 12 Weeks
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100.

Information

  • Available: 1-12 Weeks
  • Levels: B1, B2, C1
  • Minimum Age: 16
  • Maximum class size: 14 students
  • Each lesson is 50 minutes

More Information

Starts: Summer only. Every Monday between June 10 - August 30 2024.

Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50
Monday to Friday: 2 x 50m lessons 13:45-15:30
Timetable includes break time

The school will be closed on public holidays in 2024: August 26.
When Monday is a public holiday, classes start on the following Tuesday.

Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- activity programme
- school certificate
- lunch club one day every 2 weeks


Standard Academic Year Morning AY20

Long term programmes allow you to achieve fluency for future work and study through a long period of immersion in the English language. Build your study plan from the modules below with your student advisor. The programme includes General and you can prepare for the IELTS Examination.

  • Intensity
  • 16h 40m per week
  • 09:00 - 12:50
    Monday to Friday
per week per week £311 per week Enquire Now
20 Lessons per week The number of lessons included per week.
Language Development Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You! Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
IELTS Choose IELTS and improve your language and skills for examination success.
- Experienced examination preparation course teachers.
- Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examination.
- Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises.
- Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score.

Timetable

  • 09:00 - 12:50 Language Development / Language Skills OR IELTS preparation

Prices

  • £311 per week
Registration fee: £100.

Information

  • Available: 25-52 Weeks
  • Levels: A2, B1, B2, C1
  • Minimum Age: 16
  • Maximum class size: 14 students
  • Each lesson is 50 minutes

More Information

Starts: Every Monday

Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50
Timetable includes break time.

The school will be closed on public holidays in 2024: January 1; March 29; April 1; May 6, 27; August 26; December 25, 26 and January 1 2025.
When Monday is a public holiday, classes start on the following Tuesday.

Your study plan:
• At the beginning of your course, an academic advisor will plan your course programme with you.
• Students start with a General English course, including Language Development & Language Skills and progress to an IELTS Preparation Course once they reach level B1. The IELTS starting dates in 2024 are: 8-week course: February 5; July 8 and 4-week course: February 5; March 4; July 8; August 5. You must buy a course book for the examination course as directed by your teacher. Price guide: £35-£40 / 4-8 weeks.
• Your progress will be monitored in regular progress meetings with an academic advisor.

Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- study plan
- regular progress meeting
- activity programme
- school certificate


Intensive Academic Year IAY30

Long term programmes allow you to achieve fluency for future work and study through a long period of immersion in the English language. Build your study plan from the modules below with your student advisor. The programme includes General English and you can prepare for the IELTS Examination. You can join the Jump into English course in January and in summer.

  • Intensity
  • 25h per week
  • 09:00 - 15:30
    Monday to Friday 09:00 - 15:30. FK Lunch Club one day every 2 weeks.
per week per week £387 per week Enquire Now
30 Lessons per week The number of lessons included per week.
Language Development Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You! Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
IELTS Choose IELTS and improve your language and skills for examination success.
- Experienced examination preparation course teachers.
- Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examination.
- Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises.
- Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score.

Timetable

  • 09:00 - 12:50 Language Development / Language Skills OR IELTS Preparation
  • 12:50 - 13:45 Lunch Break
  • 13:45 - 15:30 Language for you! OR Business English OR IELTS Preparation

Prices

  • £387 per week
Registration fee: £100.

Information

  • Available 25-52 weeks
  • Levels: A2, B1, B2, C1
  • Minimum Age: 16
  • Maximum class size: 14 students
  • Each lesson is 50 minutes

More Information

Starts: Every Monday

Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50
Monday to Friday: 2 x 50m lessons 13:45-15:30
Timetable includes break time

The school will be closed on public holidays in 2024: January 1; March 29; April 1; May 6, 27; August 26; December 25, 26 and January 1 2025.
When Monday is a public holiday, classes start on the following Tuesday.

Your study plan:
• At the beginning of your course, an academic advisor will plan your course programme with you.
• Students start with a General English course, including Language Development & Language Skills and progress to an IELTS Preparation Course once they reach level B1. The IELTS starting dates in 2024 are: 8-week course: February 5; July 8 and 4-week course: February 5; March 4; July 8; August 5. You must buy a course book for the examination course as directed by your teacher. Price guide: £35-£40 / 4-8 weeks.
• Students taking an Intensive Academic Year course have the option of joining a Business English class or IELTS class in the afternoons once they reach level B1. The afternoon Business English class is available from June 10 to August 30 2024 for 1-12 weeks. The IELTS afternoon class is available all year round. You must buy a course book for the IELTS examination course as directed by your teacher. Price guide: £35-£40 / 8-12 weeks.
• Your progress will be monitored in regular progress meetings with an academic advisor.

Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- study plan
- regular progress meeting
- activity programme
- school certificate
- lunch club one day every 2 weeks


Part-Time General English Afternoon E10

Focus on international communication in English. Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays. Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.

  • Intensity
  • 8h 20m week
  • 13:45 - 15:30
    Monday to Friday 13:45 - 15:30
10 Lessons per week The number of lessons included per week.
Language Development Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You! Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
IELTS Choose IELTS and improve your language and skills for examination success.
- Experienced examination preparation course teachers.
- Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examination.
- Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises.
- Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score.

Timetable

  • 13:45 - 15:30 Language for you!

Prices

  • £207 1-3 Weeks
  • £187 4-11 Weeks
  • £176 12-23 Weeks
  • £156 24+ Weeks
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100.

Information

  • Available 1-24 weeks
  • Levels: A2, B1, B2, C1
  • Minimum Age: 16
  • Maximum class size: 14 students
  • Each lesson is 50 minutes

More Information

Starts: Every Monday

Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 2 x 50m lessons 13:45-15:30
Timetable includes break time

The school will be closed on public holidays in 2024: January 1; March 29; April 1; May 6, 27; August 26; December 25, 26 and January 1 2025.
When Monday is a public holiday, classes start on the following Tuesday.

Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- activity programme
- school certificate


Part-Time Business English Afternoon BE10

This programme includes language to use English as an international language at work, including business vocabulary, business writing and survival skills for English in the workplace.

  • Intensity
  • 8h 20m week
  • 13:45 - 15:30
    Monday to Friday 13:45 - 15:30
10 Lessons per week The number of lessons included per week.
Language Development Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
Language for You! Focus on international communication in English.
- Practise speaking and vocabulary with conversation and role-plays.
- Topics of interest are chosen for research, discussion, debate and task-based learning.
FK Lunch Club A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
IELTS Choose IELTS and improve your language and skills for examination success.
- Experienced examination preparation course teachers.
- Increase your confidence in using the language and all parts of the examination.
- Activate and improve your grammar and vocabulary in topic-based tasks and exercises.
- Regular practice tests help you develop strategies for a higher score.

Timetable

  • 13:45 - 15:30 Business English

Prices

  • £207 1-3 Weeks
  • £187 4-11 Weeks
  • £176 12 Weeks
Prices are per week. Registration fee: £100.

Information

  • Available: 1-12 Weeks
  • Levels: B1, B2, C1
  • 16
  • Maximum class size: 14 students
  • Each lesson is 50 minutes

More Information

Starts: Summer only. Every Monday between June 10 - August 30 2024.

Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 2 x 50m lessons 13:45-15:30
Timetable includes break time

The school will be closed on public holidays in 2024: August 26.
When Monday is a public holiday, classes start on the following Tuesday.

Course fees include:
- placement test and assessment
- welcome pack
- study guide
- activity programme
- school certificate


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Annina Manser

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