Edgware Academy

Edgware Academy has provided high-quality individual and group English language courses in central London since 1997. The academy has taught more than 30,000 students from around the world and offers a personal learning experience for each student.

Many students return from year to year. The academy places students' education at the center of its teaching.

The school is in Zone 1 of Central London, close to Paddington Station, Marble Arch, and Oxford Street. Hyde Park, Madame Tussauds, Regent's Park, and Little Venice are within walking distance. After classes, students can explore the Thames waterfront, including its restaurants, theaters, museums, galleries, and other attractions.

In addition to English language courses, Edgware Academy offers Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs in Business Management, Marketing, Travel and Tourism, along with courses in Chinese, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.

Safe and affordable accommodation can support students while they study in London.

For more than 20 years, Edgware Academy has helped students from around the world find high-quality housing in London.

The academy works with agencies that specialize in finding suitable student housing in London.

Halls of Residence

Halls of residence suit students who prefer to live independently in the city center. They offer self-catered sleeping rooms with shared facilities, including bathrooms, kitchenettes, and lounge areas. Buildings are located in Zones 1, 2, and 3 of Central London. Single, double, and twin rooms are available with shared kitchens and bathrooms, and rooms with en-suite showers are also available.

Homestay accommodation

Homestay gives students an opportunity to live in a comfortable home with a host family, practice English outside school, and learn about English culture and daily life.

An extracurricular program is an important part of the student experience. Edgware Academy organizes activities, tours, and visits throughout the year as a scheduled part of almost all courses. Activities normally take place after class in the afternoon and evening.

Activities in London

• Visits to the London Eye, Tower Hill, and other landmarks,
• Themed walking tours, including Jack the Ripper tours,
• Weekly social meetings in cafes and city parks.

Day and weekend trips

• Trips to Oxford, Cambridge, Bath, Brighton, and Edinburgh,
• Weekend trips to Paris, Amsterdam, or Dublin.

• Qualified teachers who use a teacher-led, activity-based learning approach,
• Central London location in Zone 1, near Paddington and Oxford Street,
• Flexible programs lasting from one week to one year, with up to seven hours of lessons per day,
• Individual monthly tutorials for every student,
• Students from around the world,
• Accreditation by the British Council and the British Accreditation Council, with inspections every four years against strict criteria,
• Membership in English UK, the National Association of Accredited English Language Providers, and Study UK,
• Competitive prices,
• A rich extracurricular program.

The academy uses the Menu Syllabus approach, which lets students select weekly study topics according to their learning goals. Weekly progress tests track each student's development.

Courses offered

• General English from Beginner to Advanced,
• General English + Skills,
• Intensive English with 30 lessons per week,
• Super-Intensive English with 35 lessons per week,
• One-to-one lessons,
• IELTS preparation,
• Cambridge examination preparation for FCE and CAE,
• Business English,
• English for Specific Purposes (ESP),
• Junior Vacation English Language Courses,
• Family English Course.

The academy's premises in central London include:

• Bright, spacious classrooms,
• Wi-Fi throughout the building,
• A computer room,
• A student common area with complimentary tea and coffee.

The school is in Zone 1 near Paddington Station, with transport links across the city. Students can easily reach London's cultural attractions, parks, and shopping areas after classes.

Courses start every Monday throughout the year. Course lengths range from one week to one year, and students may enroll on any available Monday.

The school operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Extras:

• Transfer (one way) 150 GBP
• Registration fee (for a programme/course) 155 GBP

Edgware Academy accepts students ages 16 and older for its adult English language courses. Junior Vacation courses are available for younger learners.

Most courses do not require formal entry qualifications or prior English language qualifications. Students are placed at the appropriate level, from Beginner to Advanced, based on an assessment upon arrival.

Smapse specialists will guide students through every stage of the enrollment process.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision