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English courses in Alicante

Alicante will always stop you in your tracks. Stunning sunrises to walk along the white beaches, taking a picture of Santa Barbara castle reflecting on the sea, buying art and crafts in Explanada de España, where the floor emulates sea waves. It’s all part of life here!

English courses in Alicante
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English courses in Alicante: The international language taught in Spanish sunshine

Learn English in a city that earns its reputation. Alicante's castillo looms over terracotta rooftops, the Explanada stretches down to the bluest water you've seen outside a postcard, and the locals treat every evening like an occasion worth celebrating. Study in the morning, live the rest of the day.

But what makes it a good spot to learn English? Well, foreigners make up over 27% of the population, and you’ll find that English is often used as the “common language” to communicate. This international environment makes it one of the best and most welcoming spots to learn English under the Mediterranean sun.

  • Sun, sea and "turrón". If you are a sweet tooth, this is your place!

  • Courses from one week to a year (and everything in between)

  • Personalised guidance and English progress to not miss your language goals

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Pick your dream English school to reach your goals in no time

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Juniors (8 - 17)

Schools for all ages

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Alicante Summer Camp (12-17)

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Adapt your English course in Alicante to your needs

Whether you just want to brush up on English lessons while enjoying the beautiful Spanish coast, or you want to combine your course with sailing lessons or watersports, we have the course for you!

Junior & Teen Programmes

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: 8

  • Class size: 12-15

  • Entry level: Beginner - Advanced

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Living and Learning in Alicante

The English comes faster than you expect in Alicante, with over 100,000 British nationals in the city, you’ll never lack a practise partner. Mornings in the Mercado Central haggling over oranges, afternoons lost in the Santa Cruz neighbourhood, a boat out to Tabarca island before the week is done. Every conversation is a lesson you didn't see coming.

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How transport works while studying abroad in Alicante

Alicante is an easy city to get around in. The tram connects you to the nearby beaches, buses cover the rest cheaply, and the old town is compact enough to navigate entirely on foot. Trains run regularly to Valencia and Murcia if you fancy a change of scene at the weekend. You won't need a car, and you probably won't want one.

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Accommodation in Alicante

Student residence accommodation with single and double rooms is available depending on your preference. Clean, comfortable, and well-located, it's a solid base to return to after a full day of English immersion.

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Attractions in Alicante

Alicante doesn't keep its best things hidden. The Postiguet beach is five minutes from the city centre, the MARQ archaeology museum is worth an afternoon, and the beautiful coast is perfect for sailing, surfing, or paddleboarding. Head out to Tabarca Island on a clear day, or follow the coast in either direction.

Choose the best neighbourhood in Alicante for you

Sant Vicent del Raspeig

A quiet and affordable base with easy connections to the city centre when you're ready for the beach, the castle, or everything else the city has to offer.

Book your English course with ESL to get expert assistance at no extra cost

It may feel like magic, but studying English in Alicante doesn’t come at the click of your fingers! It takes a lot of planning, logistics and hard work to make an experience worthwhile; that’s why it’s handy to have our experienced team of experts at your side! 

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We have over 30 years of experience, starting our story as a small Swiss language school, and now one of the top language travel agencies in Europe

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Our services are completely free, and if you find your programme cheaper elsewhere, we’ll refund you the difference.

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Our agency status has been accredited by the most prestigious organisations in the language travel industry, including ICEF, WYSE, IALC, ALTO, and many more!

Getting your visa for an English course in Alicante

Visa requirements for Alicante are simple for most students. EU citizens have nothing to arrange, and nationals from many countries, including the UK, USA, and Australia, can join a short course on a standard tourist visa without any additional paperwork. For longer courses or less straightforward situations, our team will be happy to help you obtain the visa you need. 

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The best price, or your money back!

If you find your programme somewhere else for a lower price, we’ll refund you the difference!

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Our expert assistance comes at no extra cost!
 

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