EC English 30+
Islington, North London, UK, N1 9LQ
About School
Rating :
Accreditations :
No. of classrooms :
4
School Description :
EC English London is located in central London, next to Euston Train Station and Euston Square Gardens. Students can study here year-round, with attractions like Regent's Park and The British Museum nearby. The city centre, including Buckingham Palace and Big Ben, is just a 20-minute train ride away. The school offers top-notch facilities such as electronic whiteboards, air-conditioned classrooms, a computer lab, cafeteria, library, and student support desk. Courses range from Business English to Exam Preparation, with options for adults and juniors. Accommodation in Homestay and Residence is available, and EC English is part of EC Holdings Ltd., ensuring high-quality education across their global schools.
School facilities :
EC London boasts top-notch facilities designed to ensure student comfort both inside and outside the classrooms. Each classroom features electronic whiteboards, air conditioning, heating, and plenty of natural light for an ideal learning environment. The school also offers interactive TVs, a library, a self-study area, and a student lounge.
School opening dates :
All year
Public holidays :
This Year Holidays (2025)
- 01 January 2025
- 18 April 2025
- 21 April 2025
- 05 May 2025
- 26 May 2025
- 25 August 2025
- 25 December 2025
- 26 December 2025
Next Year Holidays (2026)
All courses
General English
Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon 14:45 - 18:00
Description :
General English 20 (20 lessons per week) provides practical English language training, aiming to build fluency and boost confidence through comprehensive communication skills development.
Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 14:30
Afternoon 13:00 - 18:00
Description :
This course features Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus Classes on Tuesday and Thursday. It emphasizes:
- Real English: Learn practical language used by native speakers through dynamic classroom activities.
- Improved Fluency: Enhance natural communication skills, making it easier to think and speak in English.
- Topic-Based Lessons: Study English within the context of various topics for practical application.
- Support: Receive individualized feedback and guidance from teachers.
- Great Classroom Atmosphere: Enjoy a positive, supportive learning environment.
- Authentic Materials: Benefit from high-quality resources that complement lessons.
- Learn by Doing: Engage in active practice to refine your English skills.
Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 14:30
Afternoon 13:00 - 18:00
Description :
Course Overview
Real English: Learn practical English used by native speakers with engaging lessons that bring textbook themes to life.
Improve Your Fluency: Enhance your communication skills to make speaking and understanding English more natural.
Topic-Based Lessons: Study specific topics to learn relevant language skills in a clear and practical way.
Support: Receive personalized feedback and guidance from teachers to boost your progress.
Great Classroom Atmosphere: Enjoy a supportive and confident-building classroom environment.
Authentic Materials: Benefit from high-quality materials that complement your lessons and enhance learning.
Learn by Doing: Actively participate in class activities to practice and perfect your English skills.
Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 14:30
Afternoon 13:00 - 18:00
Description :
Course Summary
- Total Lessons: 30 per week (22.5 hours).
- Core: 20 general English lessons.
- Special Focus: 10 lessons per week with options like speaking with confidence, real-life listening, vocabulary expansion, and global awareness.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday.
Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon 14:45 - 18:00
Description :
This course lets students tailor their learning to specific needs. Additional one-to-one lessons are available for GBP 135 each, offering personalized attention and progress-focused instruction designed to meet individual requirements.
Business English
Category :
Business English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon 14:45 - 18:00
Description :
Course for Upper-Intermediate to Advanced English Learners
Target Audience: English speakers at Upper-intermediate (B2) to Advanced (C1) levels aiming for international careers.
Course Structure:
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday: Use a course book to build essential business English skills.
- Tuesday and Thursday: Explore business topics to practice English in context.
Professional Focus:
- Skills Covered: Communication, crisis management, team building, finance, international business, and business ethics.
- Goal: Equip you with the language and skills needed for a successful global business career.
Benefits:
- Career Advancement: Enhance your fluency and gain valuable skills for international workplaces.
- Networking: Connect with global professionals and improve your business English.
Category :
Business English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 14:30
Afternoon 13:00 - 18:00
Description :
Course Overview
- Structure: 20 general English lessons and 10 English for work lessons per week.
- Focus: Skills for English-speaking work environments, including negotiations, management, HR, branding, promotional strategies, project management, business ethics, presentations, and interview preparation.
- Assessments: Includes classroom and assignment assessments, 5 weekly progress tests, 5 weekly tutorials, progress reports, and an exit test.
- Special Focus Lessons: Practice language for meetings, emails, negotiations, management, HR, branding, project management, business ethics, presentations, and interviews.
- Goal: Build confidence and professional skills to advance your career with business English.
Category :
Business English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon 14:45 - 18:00
Description :
If you want to boost your career or business, consider One-to-One Executive Coaching. This service is available for students who have booked an English language course. Sessions are led by a qualified coach and can be booked with your main course or during it.
Benefits of Executive Coaching:
- Objective Perspective: Get unbiased feedback on your goals and areas for improvement.
- Personalized Support: Your coach helps you stay motivated and on track.
- New Skills: Learn strategies to advance your career or business.
- Self-Awareness: Become more aware of your strengths and weaknesses.
- Increased Confidence: Build confidence through coaching results.
Who Should Try It?
- Professionals wanting to change their career, such as new roles, promotions, or job changes. It can also help with focus, leadership, and adapting to change.
Coaching Objectives:
- Discover your true purpose.
- Achieve work-life balance.
- Enhance adaptability and fit in better.
Accommodation
Living in homestay accommodation is an excellent way for students to practice English outside the classroom. Youll be welcomed as a close friend by your hosts while having your own freedom, provided you respect their rules. Homestays may include adult couples (with or without children) or single adults, and sometimes up to three other students from different native language backgrounds. Accommodations can vary from houses and bungalows to flats. Despite the diversity, English will be the primary language spoken. These homestays are arranged by ECs partner, Hosts International, which is registered with the British Council.
Distance from school :
45-60 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
All year
Check-in :
Saturday
Check-out :
Saturday
Notes :
It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Minimum Age :
16
Living in a homestay in the UK is a great way for students to practice English outside the classroom. Students are welcomed as close friends and have the freedom to enjoy their stay while respecting house rules. Homestays may include adult couples, singles, or families, and might also house up to three other students who speak different native languages. Housing options vary from houses and bungalows to flats. Although hosts come from diverse backgrounds, English is the primary language spoken. Homestays are arranged by EC accommodation partner Hosts International, which is registered with the British Council.
Distance from school :
45-60 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
All year
Check-in :
Saturday
Check-out :
Saturday
Notes :
It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Minimum Age :
18
Living in a homestay in the UK is an excellent way to practice English outside the classroom. Youll be treated as a close friend by your hosts and will enjoy freedom while respecting their rules. Homestays may include adult couples, families, or single adults, and might also have up to three other students who speak different native languages. Accommodations vary from houses and bungalows to flats. While hosts come from diverse backgrounds, English is the main language spoken. Homestays are arranged through ECs partner, Hosts International, which is registered with the British Council.
Distance from school :
20-45 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
All year
Check-in :
Saturday
Check-out :
Saturday
Notes :
It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Minimum Age :
18
Living in homestay accommodation offers students an immersive experience to practice English outside the classroom. You will be welcomed warmly by your hosts, who may be an adult couple, a single adult, or a family. Accommodations can range from houses and bungalows to flats, and may include up to three other students from different language backgrounds. While homestays in London are diverse, English is the primary language spoken. EC partners with Hosts International, a British Council-registered agency, to arrange these homestays.
Distance from school :
45-60 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
All year
Check-in :
Saturday
Check-out :
Saturday
Notes :
It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Minimum Age :
18
Living in a homestay in the UK is an excellent way to practice English outside the classroom. Youll be welcomed as a close friend by your hosts, enjoying freedom while respecting their rules. Homestays may include adult couples, families, or single adults, and sometimes up to three other students who speak different native languages. Accommodations can range from houses and bungalows to flats. Despite the diversity of backgrounds, English will be the main language spoken. These homestays are arranged through ECs partner, Hosts International, which is registered with the British Council.
Distance from school :
20-45 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
All year
Check-in :
Saturday
Check-out :
Saturday
Notes :
It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Minimum Age :
18
Living in homestay accommodation is an excellent way for students to practice English beyond the classroom. In a homestay, students are treated like close friends of their hosts, with freedom to enjoy their stay while respecting household rules. Homestay options in the UK can include adult couples, singles, or families with children, and might also have up to three other students from different language backgrounds. Accommodations vary from houses to flats, and the primary language spoken will be English. EC accommodation partner Hosts International, registered with the British Council, arranges these homestays.
Distance from school :
20-45 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
All year
Check-in :
Saturday
Check-out :
Saturday
Notes :
It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Minimum Age :
18
- Laundry: 7 washing machines and 9 dryers; GBP 3.40 per wash, GBP 1.50 per drying cycle.
- Cleaning: Initial room cleaning and weekly common area cleaning included; additional room cleaning GBP 12.90, linen changing GBP 10.92.
- Rooms: Recently refurbished with small double beds, underbed storage, study areas, and USB charging points.
- Facilities: Shared kitchen, communal lounge, bike racks, free Wi-Fi, games and cinema rooms, vending machines.
Distance from school :
17 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
All year
Check-in :
Saturday 15:00 or later
Check-out :
Saturday
Notes :
It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Minimum Age :
16
- Location: iQ Shoreditch, near Old Street Tube, vibrant nightlife, and Brick Lane.
- Rooms: Refurbished studios with small double beds, kitchenettes, private bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi.
- Facilities: Fitness center, games room, cinema room, sky lounge, bike racks, and laundry (GBP 3 per wash, GBP 2 per drying). Utility bills included.
Distance from school :
20 minutes walking.
Available dates :
All year
Check-in :
Saturday 15:00 or later
Check-out :
Saturday
Notes :
It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Minimum Age :
16
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School location :
Islington, North London, London, UK, N1 9LQ
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