English courses abroad
Take an English course abroad and speak like a local
In the modern world, learning English is no longer an option; it’s a necessity! With its wide use and position in international business and academia, you’ll find that learning English will help you no matter what path you choose.
When you choose to learn English overseas with ESL, your learning will extend beyond the classroom; you’ll be living and breathing it in your day-to-day. Start making local friends, consume local media, and live your best life, and afterwards you won’t speak like a student; you’ll speak like a local!
Why choose ESL: benefit from 30+ years of experience
Learning English abroad isn’t all sightseeing, Harry Potter, and fish and chips—it can be hard work to organise everything, find the right school, and stay on top of your progress! Luckily, when you study english abroad with ESL, you’ll have a team with 30+ years of experience at your side to make sure you’re getting the best trip possible.
Choose the perfect destination for your English course abroad to have an unforgettable trip
Adapt your English course to your needs
Whether you want to study for the IELTS or just have an amazing time with new friends, we have a wide range of courses from our qualified school partners.
General English
Balance your core English skills while still enjoying enough free time and activities to enjoy your destination.
General English
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.
Key information
Course duration: 1+ weeks
Minimum age: 16
Class size: 12-15
Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
Intensive Courses
Balance your core English skills while still enjoying enough free time and activities to enjoy your destination.
Intensive Courses
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.
Key information
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 London, we have the course for you!
Exam preparation
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.
Key information
Course duration: 1+ weeks
Minimum age: 16
Class size: 12-15
Entry level: Depends on chosen exam
Exams offered: IELTS, Cambridge Certificates
Business English
Improve your workplace fluency while preparing for international employment through our business English courses in London.
Business English
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.
Key information
Course duration: 1+ weeks
Minimum age: 18
Class size: 6-10
Entry level: Intermediate - Advanced
English courses for seniors
The learning never stops with ESL! Choose our 50+ courses to learn among students your own age.
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.
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!
Key information
Course duration: 1-2 weeks
Minimum age: 50
Class size: 8-12
Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
Junior & Teen Programs
Give your child an experience they’ll remember for the rest of their life, with daily activities and weekly excursions.
Junior & Teen Programs
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.
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!
Key information
Course duration: 1+ weeks
Minimum age: 7
Class size: 12-15
Entry level: Beginner - Advanced
We’ll be with you at every step of your English course abroad
Free advice & quote
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The first step of your adventure is to contact an ESL advisor! Alternatively, you can drop in at any of our 40+ offices and speak to us face-to-face. During our conversation, we’ll find out everything about your language needs: Are you learning English for your career or just to understand your favourite songs a bit better? Do you want to study close to home or travel the world? What’s your favourite hobby? Which accent do you prefer: posh London or movie star California?—and so much more!
Tailored course planning
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With the information we established from our conversation, we’ll create the perfect programme for you, including the course, accommodation, and any extra activities that you’ve told us you were looking for. If it’s not quite for you, don’t worry! We’ll keep trying until we’ve found something that makes you excited to travel.
Ongoing support during your stay
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The best part of our service? It doesn’t end until you come home happy! We’ll help guide you through the travel process, giving you personalised advice every step of the way, whether it’s securing your visa, booking your flights, or finding the best pub near your school! When you arrive, we’ll just be an email or a call away, ready to handle any issue you may have with your school or classes until you return home.
Learn about our programmes from your fellow students!
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