British Learning Academy originated from Brockhurst and Marlston Houses, a preparatory school with over a hundred years of history.
Since 2011 the company has grown fast, widening its range of courses and including innovative project-based and business-oriented programmes for individuals, groups and multinational corporate clients.
At BLA we are committed to providing the best quality for every student – for a career without borders.
Our courses align with the CEFR European Framework and vary from Trinity, Cambridge and IELTS preparation and exam courses, to General English as well as a range of work-based practical English Courses.
At BLA, we emphasise learning through creativity, with a focus on fostering effective communication and teamwork amongst other transferable skills. We create a fun, stimulating and collaborative study environment.
Interactive programmes are designed so that students can develop and practise the language and skills required to communicate effectively in a range of international business contexts, preparing students for work in the industry and for a global career path.
British Learning Academy operates from two centres: Chichester University and Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools.
Chichester campus is 10 minutes walk from the town centre with its shops, cafes and restaurants.
Once a Roman settlement, Chichester is famous for its Cathedral, Festival Theatre, Roman city walls and much more. Students really enjoy spending their afternoons in the centre, shopping and sipping their coffees at Starbucks!
Chichester is also very close to Brighton and Portsmouth: full-day or half-day excursions to both destinations are often included in the package.
Brockhurst & Marlston House Schools is a private preparatory school and as such hosts, English children aged 4 to 14. During half terms and summer break its beautiful facilities are used by BLA for its language courses.
The closest town to the school is Newbury, a historic market town and the principal town in the west of Berkshire, famous for its rare medieval Cloth Hall and an adjoining half timbered granary as well as its many listed buildings.
Students are regularly taken into Newbury with the school bus to do their shopping and explore the town centre.
Oxford and Windsor are both easily reachable from Brockhurst and are typical weekend destinations for full-day excursions.
Chichester University campus is set in beautiful surroundings, with plenty of green space to relax.
Founded by William Otter, Bishop of Chichester, in 1839 the campus offers a combination of attractive, historic buildings together with excellent, modern facilities.
In Summer 2012, a major refurbishment of the building was completed to further enhance resources and introduce a café, complete with ample social study areas. This award-winning, modern facility has an extensive and regularly refreshed library, complete with a large range of books, papers and journals.
On campus, there is a large refectory (a buzzing meeting point at mealtimes), and a smaller café for students and staff called Holts.
The campus is equipped with very spacious classrooms and auditoriums, outdoor spaces, two indoor gyms, rock climbing wall, football pitches, tennis courts, and many communal areas where students can gather after lessons.
Bedrooms are all modern and well equipped. They are single study rooms with a wash hand basin, wardrobe and desk in the room. Bathroom facilities are shared between six people, with a ratio of 1:3.
Bathrooms and communal spaces are cleaned daily, bed linens and towels are changed weekly. Laundry service is available on campus. There is free Wi-fi all around the Uni.
The closest airport is Gatwick. A shuttle service is available upon request.
Nationality and age mix
The nationality and age mix at British Learning Academy varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 15. In the summer, the average age is 15.
BLA teaches students from all over the world, including:
School location
British Learning Academy operates from two centres: Chichester University and Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools.
Chichester campus is 10 minutes walk from the town centre with its shops, cafes and restaurants.
Once a Roman settlement, Chichester is famous for its Cathedral, Festival Theatre, Roman city walls and much more. Students really enjoy spending their afternoons in the centre, shopping and sipping their coffees at Starbucks!
Chichester is also very close to Brighton and Portsmouth: full day or half day excursions to both destinations are often included in the package.
Brockhurst & Marlston House Schools is a private preparatory school. During half terms and summer break its beautiful facilities are used by BLA for its language courses.
The closest town to the school is Newbury, a historic market town and the principal town in the west of Berkshire, famous for its rare medieval Cloth Hall and an adjoining half-timbered granary as well as its many listed buildings.
Students are regularly taken into Newbury with the school bus to do their shopping and explore the town centre.
Oxford and Windsor are both easily reachable from Brockhurst and are typical weekend destinations for full-day excursions together with London.
