Learn English in Brighton
History and culture
Brighton & Hove, a vibrant cosmopolitan city of 250,000 people, is an ideal place for international students to live and study.
In the city students will find several cinemas, concert halls, theatres, museums and art galleries. The Royal Pavilion, one of the most fascinating palaces in England with its Indian-style exterior and mainly Chinese interior, is the highlight of any visit to Brighton & Hove.
The city offers a great environment to study in and is only 80 kilometres from London, with easy access to Heathrow and Gatwick airports.
The Language School in Brighton
In Brighton we recommend:
ELC - The English Language Center.
Since 1962, the school has grown to become one of the leading schools in the UK through providing quality English language teaching to international students.
ELC provides up-to-date facilities in a historic setting.
The English Language Centre has been based at 33 Palmeira Mansions since it was founded in 1962. The building itself has a long history and still maintains many of its original fixtures. In 1978 it was listed as Grade II* for its magnificent interior.
At ELC you will find:
- a friendly, caring and safe learning environment
- highly experienced and professional teachers
- mixed-nationality classes
- a full programme of social activities and excursions
- a student lounge, with food and refreshment facilities
- free WLAN throughout the main buildings
- a spacious Self-Study Centre with computerised language laboratory, free internet access and connections for laptops
Courses
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General English
Schedule 09.00 - 12.30 Monday - Friday Starting dates May/14/2012, May/21/2012, May/28/2012, Jun/04/2012, Jun/11/2012, Jun/18/2012, Jun/25/2012, Jul/02/2012, Jul/09/2012, Jul/16/2012, Jul/23/2012, Jul/30/2012, Aug/06/2012, Aug/13/2012, Aug/20/2012, Aug/27/2012, Sep/03/2012, Sep/10/2012, Sep/17/2012, Sep/24/2012, Oct/01/2012, Oct/08/2012, Oct/15/2012, Oct/22/2012, Oct/29/2012, Nov/05/2012, Nov/12/2012, Nov/19/2012, Nov/26/2012, Dec/03/2012, Dec/10/2012, Dec/17/2012, Dec/31/2012, Jan/07/2013, Jan/14/2013, Jan/21/2013, Jan/28/2013, Feb/04/2013, Feb/11/2013, Feb/18/2013, Feb/25/2013, Mar/04/2013, Mar/11/2013, Mar/18/2013, Mar/25/2013, Apr/01/2013, Apr/08/2013, Apr/15/2013, Apr/22/2013, Apr/29/2013, May/06/2013 Minimum level Absolute Beginner Lessons / Week 25, 30 Duration 2 - 24 weeks Age Group 17+ (16 in January & February) Students per Class Max: 12 Check Prices -
Combination Course
Schedule 09.00 - 12.30 & 13.15 - 14.45 Monday - Friday Starting dates May/14/2012, May/21/2012, May/28/2012, Jun/04/2012, Jun/11/2012, Jun/18/2012, Jun/25/2012, Jul/02/2012, Jul/09/2012, Jul/16/2012, Jul/23/2012, Jul/30/2012, Aug/06/2012, Aug/13/2012, Aug/20/2012, Aug/27/2012, Sep/03/2012, Sep/10/2012, Sep/17/2012, Sep/24/2012, Oct/01/2012, Oct/08/2012, Oct/15/2012, Oct/22/2012, Oct/29/2012, Nov/05/2012, Nov/12/2012, Nov/19/2012, Nov/26/2012, Dec/03/2012, Dec/10/2012, Dec/17/2012, Dec/31/2012, Jan/07/2013, Jan/14/2013, Jan/21/2013, Jan/28/2013, Feb/04/2013, Feb/11/2013, Feb/18/2013, Feb/25/2013, Mar/04/2013, Mar/11/2013, Mar/18/2013, Mar/25/2013, Apr/01/2013, Apr/08/2013, Apr/15/2013, Apr/22/2013, Apr/29/2013, May/06/2013 Minimum level Absolute Beginner Lessons / Week 20+10 Duration 2 - 12 weeks Age Group 17+ (16 in January & February) Students per Class Max: 12 Check Prices -
CAE Preparation (4 weeks)
Schedule 09.00 - 12.30 Monday - Friday Starting dates Jul/02/2012, Jul/30/2012 Minimum level Advanced (C1) Lessons / Week 30 Duration 4 weeks Age Group 17+ Students per Class Maximum 12 Check Prices -
FCE Preparation (12 weeks)
Schedule 09.00 - 12.30 Monday - Friday Starting dates Sep/17/2012 Minimum level Intermediate 2 (B2) Lessons / Week 25 Duration 12 weeks Age Group 17+ Students per Class Maximum 12 Check Prices -
One-to-One Course
Schedule Free schedule Mon - Fri within school opening hours. Starting dates May/14/2012, May/21/2012, May/28/2012, Jun/04/2012, Jun/11/2012, Jun/18/2012, Jun/25/2012, Jul/02/2012, Jul/09/2012, Jul/16/2012, Jul/23/2012, Jul/30/2012, Aug/06/2012, Aug/13/2012, Aug/20/2012, Aug/27/2012, Sep/03/2012, Sep/10/2012, Sep/17/2012, Sep/24/2012, Oct/01/2012, Oct/08/2012, Oct/15/2012, Oct/22/2012, Oct/29/2012, Nov/05/2012, Nov/12/2012, Nov/19/2012, Nov/26/2012, Dec/03/2012, Dec/10/2012, Dec/17/2012, Dec/31/2012, Jan/07/2013, Jan/14/2013, Jan/21/2013, Jan/28/2013, Feb/04/2013, Feb/11/2013, Feb/18/2013, Feb/25/2013, Mar/04/2013, Mar/11/2013, Mar/18/2013, Mar/25/2013, Apr/01/2013, Apr/08/2013, Apr/15/2013, Apr/22/2013, Apr/29/2013, May/06/2013 Minimum level Absolute Beginner Lessons / Week 20, 30, 40 Duration 1 - 8 weeks Age Group 17+ Students per Class 1 Check Prices -
Cambridge Preparation Course
Schedule 09.00 - 12.30 Monday - Friday Starting dates Jul/02/2012, Jul/30/2012 Minimum level Intermediate 2 (B2) Lessons / Week 30 Duration 4 weeks Age Group 17+ Students per Class Maximum 12 Check Prices -
IELTS Preparation
Schedule 09.00 - 12.30 Monday - Friday Starting dates Jun/04/2012, Jul/02/2012, Jul/30/2012, Aug/27/2012, Nov/05/2012 Minimum level Intermediate 1 (B1) Lessons / Week 25 Duration 4 weeks Age Group 17+ Students per Class Maximum 12 Check Prices -
Business English + LCCI Preparation
Starting dates Oct/08/2012 Minimum level Intermediate 1 (B1) Lessons / Week 25 Duration 4 weeks Check Prices -
Business English Mini Group
Schedule 09.00 - 12.20 & 13.00 - 14.30 Monday - Friday Starting dates May/14/2012, May/21/2012, May/28/2012, Jun/04/2012, Jun/11/2012, Jun/18/2012, Jun/25/2012, Jul/02/2012, Jul/09/2012, Jul/16/2012, Jul/23/2012, Jul/30/2012, Aug/06/2012, Aug/13/2012, Aug/20/2012, Aug/27/2012, Sep/03/2012, Sep/10/2012, Sep/17/2012, Sep/24/2012, Oct/01/2012, Oct/08/2012, Oct/15/2012, Oct/22/2012, Oct/29/2012, Nov/05/2012, Nov/12/2012, Nov/19/2012, Nov/26/2012, Dec/03/2012, Dec/10/2012, Dec/17/2012, Dec/31/2012, Jan/07/2013, Jan/14/2013, Jan/21/2013, Jan/28/2013, Feb/04/2013, Feb/11/2013, Feb/18/2013, Feb/25/2013, Mar/04/2013, Mar/11/2013, Mar/18/2013, Mar/25/2013, Apr/01/2013, Apr/08/2013, Apr/15/2013, Apr/22/2013, Apr/29/2013, May/06/2013 Minimum level Intermediate 1 (B1) Lessons / Week 30, 30+10 Duration 1 - 8 weeks Age Group 21+ Students per Class Maximum 4 Check Prices
Accommodation
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Host family
Room Single room Bath Shared Bathroom Board Half board Availability all year Kitchen No Notes Age: 17+
Cleaning: Yes, weekly
Laundry: Yes, once a week
Towels: Yes, provided
Internet: Yes -
Host family - Executive
Room Single room Bath Private Bathroom Board Half board Availability all year Kitchen No Notes Age: 17+
Cleaning: Yes, weekly
Laundry: Yes, once a week
Towels: Yes, provided
Internet: Yes
Location
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English school in Brighton

At a Glance:
City feature:
- Vibrant, Cultured & Fun
Located:
- South coast of England (50 minutes by train from London)
School established in:
- 1962
Age of students:
- 24 (minimum age 17)
Students per class:
- 12 Maximum
Nationality balance:
- 13% Korea; 12% Spain; 11% Arabia; 10% Switzerland; 8% Italy; 8% Germany, 6% Colombia, 32% others
Internet:
- Free wi-fi throughout the school. Computer room with free broadband internet acces
Activities:
- Local trips to museums and beauty spots, and excursions to nearby historic villages and towns, weekend trips to popular tourist destinations, football in the local park, table tennis, volleyball, ten-pin bowling, DVD evenings, student disco.
Teaching Method:
- Communicative approach, covering 4 skills + essential grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation
Teachers:
- Very experienced, well-qualified
Dates & Fees:
- Check prices and availability above





