English schools in Southend-on-Sea

18 Best English Language Schools in Southend-on-Sea in 2025 (from 213 €)

26 km away

Learn English & live in your private teacher's home around Chelmsford with Home Language International! Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including English lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in UK. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI. You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one English lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in Chelmsford. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in English. All of our teachers in UK have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in Chelmsford, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful. Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.

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1.072 €
26 km away

The host are located in Essex and surrounding areas.

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1.007 €
33 km away

The host are located in Maidstone and surrounding areas.

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1.007 €
35 km away

Learn English & live in your private teacher's home around Maidstone with Home Language International! Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including English lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in UK. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI. You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one English lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in Maidstone. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in English. All of our teachers in UK have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in Maidstone, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful. Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.

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1.072 €
38 km away

Canterbury is a historic cathedral city and UNESCO World Heritage Site in the county of Kent. Here you’ll find beautiful medieval streets, churches and many ancient buildings. Our centre is located on the modern campus of the University of Kent, within walking distance from the city centre. There are excellent sports facilities available as well as large outdoor spaces for additional activities. Key Facts Location: University of Kent Dates: 21 Jun - 09 Aug Ages: 11 - 17 Accommodation: Single en-suite or standard single rooms

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1.394 €
38 km away

Founded in 1992, Chaucer College is a British Council accredited language school with over 26 years’ experience in teaching English as a foreign language. Our purpose built study centre is located in the world renowned city of Canterbury, Kent – ‘The Garden of England’. We offer a range of courses for both groups and individuals throughout the year, from General English (both part-time and intensive) through to exam preparation and subject specific programmes. Our popular Junior Summer Camp offers a comprehensive course alongside a packed schedule of activities. -We are a British Council accredited English language school -Located in the world renowned City of Canterbury, in Kent – ‘The Garden of England’ -Just over 1 hour from London & easily accessible from all major London airports -Perfectly positioned in the South East for popular sightseeing locations -On-campus residential & nearby host family accommodation -Secure study centre with 24-hour monitored security cameras & on-duty porter -We have a wide variety of courses available for students of all ages & levels, groups & individuals -Fully adaptable courses to meet student needs. We work with you to provide exactly what you need -Flexible & caring approach with post-course support. We go above & beyond to ensure every student experience is exceptional

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336 €
40 km away

The host are located in Canterbury and surrounding areas.

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968 €
40 km away

ILC Colchester was established in 1969 by Oxford University Press. Colchester is famous for being Britain’s oldest recorded city. ILC Colchester offers programmes in General English, Exam Preparation, Work Experience and Junior Courses (11-17 years). ILC Colchester also focuses on specialised and tailored programmes. Since 1969, we have designed and run more than 1,250 specialised courses for a wide range of clients such as; nurses, engineers, diplomats and business professionals. We deliver learning opportunities of a high level to students who wish to improve their knowledge of English as a foreign language for academic or career purposes. We foster a learning environment which is friendly, supportive and professional. Our entire team takes pride in the welfare and support we provide to each individual to help them reach their goals. The Centre is open all year round for adult students aged 16 and over. ILC also runs year round closed group courses for students aged 11 – 17 and a junior summer programme under the name of International Language Holidays. We are proud to have homestay providers who have been working with us for more than 30 years. 99% of our homestay providers are native English speakers. By living with one of our carefully selected friendly and welcoming homestay providers, students will learn more about British life as well as improving their speaking and listening skills. This provides an important cultural immersion experience. The Centre is only 50 minutes by train to London and is easily accessible from London airports. This not only enables us to offer students a genuinely British cultural experience without distraction during their studies, but also provides an opportunity for them to travel easily to England’s capital. This makes us a popular base for international students.

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587 €
40 km away

Learn English & live in your private teacher's home around Colchester with Home Language International! Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including English lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in UK. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI. You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one English lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in Colchester. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in English. All of our teachers in UK have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in Colchester, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful. Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.

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1.072 €
40 km away

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Canterbury Cathedral, cream teas and river punting - if you are looking for that traditional English experience then look no further than Stafford House Canterbury Canterbury is in the heart of the Kent countryside, which is known as ‘The Garden of England’. This corner of England is rich in history because it is so close to mainland Europe – you will find castles everywhere you go! Paris and Brussels are just a short journey away. Our light, bright school is just moments from the centre of this medieval city, awash with history yet vibrant with student life from the three popular universities that also reside here.

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562 €
40 km away

Welcome to st giles JUNIORS Canterbury Located at The King's School •Live and learn in the grounds of Canterbury Cathedral •Safe and secure campus •Excellent sporting and leisure facilities The King’s School has a history dating back to 597AD, making it Britain’s oldest boarding school. The school is in the grounds of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine’s Abbey – both World Heritage Sites – right in the heart of the medieval town centre of Canterbury. Modern accommodation, teaching, and recreational facilities combined with the medieval school buildings and grounds offer a magical experience. Sporting facilities on offer at the nearby King’s School sports centre include an indoor swimming pool, gym, tennis and squash courts, and outdoor playing fields. Our English Plus Tennis and Fencing options are held at Canterbury. Students can opt to take 5 hours of professional tennis and/or 5 hours of fencing lessons for young learners.

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902 €
41 km away

Canterbury is a historic university city, close to the beaches of the south coast and within easy reach of London. Fun to explore and easy to walk around, Canterbury is a safe and comfortable place to study.

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2.719 €
42 km away

Welcome to SkillsTeacher Learning Academy! We run courses in English as a Foreign Language, Citizenship, English for Professionals, Medical English and Academic English. We prepare our clients for exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge ESOL Certificates, TOLES Legal English and Citizenship Exams. SkillsTeacher Learning Academy is a local college based on the successful concept of English language teaching developed by Frisby's College Ltd. All our courses include study and training materials which have been designed and produced with the benefit of 20 years experience in providing courses for English language students. At SkillsTeacher Learning Academy, you will receive excellent tuition provided by qualified and experienced teachers, as well as first-class study materials, guidance for exams and knowledgeable advice throughout your course.

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258 €
44 km away

Our centre is located at the campus of University of East London Docklands, by the famous river Thames and London Stadium, home of West Ham FC and 2012 Olympics. From the modern residence buildings, you’ll get a great view of London’s iconic skyline and you can enjoy easy access to public transport when you want to explore the sights and attractions of central London. Key Facts Location: University of East London, London Accommodation: Single en-suite rooms Sample excursions: Brighton, Cambridge and Canterbury

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1.704 €
46 km away

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At Twin Group we have been providing international students with high-quality English language tuition and enriching life experiences for over 20 years. Our English Schools is accredited by the British Council and inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, and our tuition programme has been designed to provide you with great teaching in an engaging and enjoyable way. Situated in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Eastbourne and Dublin. our English School in Greenwich offers you state-of-the-art classrooms and social areas in a dynamic learning environment. Our modern school is close to excellent transport links which can take you to Central London in just 15 minutes, and also has fantastic on-site facilities including a new leisure centre, a library and lots of cafes, restaurants and bars. Our English courses offer you the very highest educational standards whether you choose to study towards your IELTS exam, develop your business English or simply want to improve your general English in a friendly and supportive school. Each course is tailored to specific learning outcomes and focus on the four key language skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, to ensure that our students receive a rounded educational experience. As a student at Twin, you will have access to Twin e-Learning, our virtual learning platform, to use a range of online tools such as English tests, digital workbooks, and online lessons, all of which encourage learning and help you make the most of your time in the UK. We want you to have the best time possible when in the UK, which is why we offer an exciting social programme to all of our English students. Our social programme is packed with fun events, parties and excursions to top attractions, which will give you the chance to make new friends, fully experience the British culture and have a lot of fun. This programme will help you to practice your English skills during your leisure time in one of the most exciting cities in the world. What's on offer? Aside from the very best learning environment, teaching staff and facilities, Twin students benefit from: • Ideal location - our Greenwich school is just a 20-minute train journey away from Central London • Brand new school building fully-equipped with modern facilities • Qualified English teachers and friendly student services staff • Social Programme packed with great social events, parties and visits to top attractions • Fantastic student facilities including social areas, student computers and free Wi-Fi • Excellent range of student accommodation options; including homestay, residential (ask for locations and availability) and hostel/hotel accommodation • Maximum of 15 students per class to make sure students receive plenty of attention and support Subject Strengths Twin is an English language specialist and all our teachers are qualified in teaching English and academic subjects to international students like you. Whether you want to improve your General English, get an IELTS result for University entry or develop your Business English, we have the course for you. Facilities The following facilities are free for all enrolled students: • Modern social areas with student computers • Free Wi-Fi • Social programme • Access to Twin e-Learning, our online learning platform, including English tests, digital workbooks, online lessons and news • Discount cards for local restaurants and cafés Accommodation We know that accommodation is one of the most important parts of your stay in the UK, which is why we provide a range of comfortable and affordable accommodation options. In London, you can choose to stay in either homestay accommodation with carefully selected local host families or residential housing, which means that you can choose an option which suits your needs and budget.

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252 €
49 km away

Learn English & live in your private teacher's home around Tonbridge with Home Language International! Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including English lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in UK. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI. You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one English lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in Tonbridge. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in English. All of our teachers in UK have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in Tonbridge, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful. Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.

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1.072 €
49 km away

The host are located in Kent West (Tunbridge Wells) and surrounding areas.

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1.007 €
49 km away

EP London Canary Wharf 30+ Study English in one of the world’s top business and financial areas at EP Canary Wharf, a school just for students aged 30 and over. Whether you want to improve your General English or focus on a specialist English course, you will study with people your age in a modern and friendly environment. In and Around EP Canary Wharf Our campus is in East India Docks, East London, less than 20 minutes walk from the famous One Canada Square skyscraper. The area has amazing views of London’s skyline and is full of energy, with street food stalls, restaurants, and exciting events to enjoy. The modern campus has excellent facilities, giving you the perfect place to learn. It is close to Canary Wharf and the City of London, two of the world’s most important financial centres. Choose EP Canary Wharf to study English in a fantastic location where business and culture meet.

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213 €

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