For partners LSI London Hampstead Center
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In the process of preparing the material, we referenced the following sources: The Good Schools Guide, Hampstead London
Programs and prices, tuition fees in LSI London Hampstead Center
Youth program with accommodation in a family (double room) (in winter)
Please see the course description.
- 16/20 lessons per week
- Afternoon classes on interests / excursions.
This course is conducted during the winter months and is aimed at independent teens who want to improve their language skills and usefully rest, participating in a variety of cultural and social events. The program of the course includes accommodation in a host family with full meals.
A course for young people at LSI London Hampstead is a summer / winter English course in the UK that takes place at our language center in Hampstead, a green and picturesque residential suburb in north London, which is just 15 minutes by metro to the city center. Our English course for children and teenagers aged 13-17 includes English language studying and summer camp activities that will help young students to improve their English skills and have a great time in England, to meet new friends and explore all London sights. The center also offers English language programs for adults, so younger students who come with their parents or older siblings will be able to take part in activities in the summer language camp while the older family members are in class in the same building as part of our family program.
Main features of the program are:
- 20 lessons of 50 minutes a week (16.7 hours);
- The maximum group of 16 people;
- Levels from elementary to advanced;
- International composition;
- Organized daytime leisure and Saturday excursions;
- Accommodation in a double room with full board in the host family;
- Arrival and departure on Sunday;
- Age of students: 13-17 years old;
- Recommended length of stay: 1-4 weeks;
- Insurance: Included.
If there are no double rooms available, single rooms will be offered for the same price.
The price of the program includes:
- Computer room / lounge with Wi-Fi;
- Garden;
- Far stores and cafes;
- Insurance included.
English - Youth Program with Homestay (Double Room) (Summer) - London - Hampstead
This course is conducted in the summer months and is aimed at independent teens who want to improve their language skills and usefully rest, participating in a variety of cultural and social events. The program of the course includes accommodation in a host family with full meals.
This accommodation option is only possible if two students reserve a course for the same dates.
| Location | London - Hampstead |
| Program | Youth program with accommodation in a family (double room) (in summer) |
| Duration | 1-4 weeks, 20x50 min / lesson at week- 16.7 hours per week. |
| Level | Elementary to Advanced |
General english
- Language of instruction: English
- Age: 16+
- Duration: 1-50 weeks
- Training load: 8 hours 20 minutes / 16 hours 40 minutes per week
- Number of lessons: 10 or 20 lessons per week.
General English is a standard English language course that covers all language skills: reading, speaking, writing, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and listening.
Program Options:
- Afternoon 10. The course is designed for those who want to improve their pronunciation, expand their vocabulary and speak more fluently. During training, the emphasis is on spoken English, which is used in everyday situations. In the lessons, students participate in a thematic discussion. Possible topics for discussion:
- Policy
- Cinema
- Culture
- Internet influence
- Theater.
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Lessons per week |
Study load |
Training level |
Course duration |
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10 |
8 hours 20 minutes a week
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Lower-Intermediate - Advanced |
1 to 11 weeks |
- General 20. During the course, you will quickly master the communication skill for everyday situations. Every day, students attend two classes, covering grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The next two lessons will focus on practice: speaking, reading, writing, and listening. In the lessons, students use educational materials, a wide range of authentic sources - magazines, newspapers, interviews and participation in role-playing games.
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Lessons per week |
Study load |
Training level |
Course duration |
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20 (lesson duration 50 minutes). |
16 hours 4 0 minutes per week |
From Elementary to Advanced |
1 to 50 weeks |
Intensive English
- Language of instruction: English
- Age: 16+
- Duration: 1-50 weeks
- Training load: 20-30 hours per week
- Number of lessons: 24 lessons per week.
An intensive program consists of a large number of lessons and is carried out in groups. An accelerated program of the course is suitable for those who are willing to devote a lot of attention and effort to learning English.
Course Options:
- Intensive 24
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Lessons per week |
Study load |
Training level |
Course duration |
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24 lessons or 20 hours a week |
2 days a week: 6 lessons 3 days a week: 4 lessons |
From Elementary to Advanced |
1 to 50 weeks |
- Intensive 30
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Lessons per week |
Study load |
Training level |
Course duration |
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30 lessons of h |
25 hours a week (1 lesson lasts 50 minutes) |
From Elementary to Advanced |
1 to 50 weeks |
The intensive course will allow you to focus on the study of all areas necessary to achieve fluency in a short period of time. The program is perfect for those who want to study according to a rich curriculum, to deeply study culture and language. The timetable is similar to the General 20 curriculum: students study grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation daily (2 lessons per day), and then consolidate their knowledge in practice, mastering the skills of speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension. In addition to lesson 5 and 6, students study selected elective courses - they are offered a wide list of subjects suitable for students with any level of knowledge and interests.
Business English
- Language of instruction: English
- Age: 16+
- Study load: 10 lessons per week (25 hours)
- Required Language Level: Intermediate-Advanced
- Duration: 1-23 weeks.
The training program is built on a modular method: every week students learn a new module. During this time, students will be able to learn one of the most important aspects of English as an international business language. The course focuses on the communication skill, the ability to reasonably negotiate, presentations and discussions. In the morning hours, program participants learn the basic language skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension - and in the afternoon they study the modules:
- Banking
- Stock exchange
- Marketing
- Advertising
- Business meeting
- HR
Course participants can choose modules that are close to their professional activities or interests, or go through the entire program.
TOEFL Preparation
- Language of instruction: English
- Age: 16+
- Study load: 30 lessons per week
- Required Language Level: Intermediate-Advanced
- Duration: 1-23 weeks.
The program will help to qualitatively prepare for the international exam to determine the level of English proficiency. The course includes 20 lessons in which students will focus on complex grammar and improving language skills, plus 10 specialized lessons aimed at mastering the techniques for passing the exam successfully.
Individual English
- Language of instruction: English
- Age: 16+
- Required Level of Training: Beginner to Advanced
- Duration: from 1 week.
Individual lessons are recognized as the fastest way to master language skills, because they are fully focused on the interests and needs of the student. Individual lessons are ideal for students with specific goals that you need to achieve as soon as possible. The course is also suitable for businessmen or specialists from various fields.
Program Options:
- 5 lessons per week (3 hours 45 minutes per week)
- 10 lessons per week (7 hours 30 minutes per week)
- 20 lessons per week (15 hours per week)
- 30 lessons per week (22.5 hours per week)
- 40 lessons per week (30 hours per week)
- 50 lessons per week (37 hours 30 minutes per week).
Description of LSI London Hampstead Center
LSI London Hampstead Center is a famous and prestigious language center in the picturesque Hampstead district. The latter is among most recommended for sightseeing in London. The area is full of boutiques and restaurants. The largest London park is also located here. From the school it takes near 20 minutes walk to get to the city center.
Language Studies International (LSI) opened its first school in Kensington, London, in 1965. Its network now includes 14 schools in 7 countries and has taught hundreds of thousands of students.
LSI London Hampstead Center occupies a historic Victorian-era building. The school offers a wide range of English courses. Students can study conversational and academic English, prepare for IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, and Cambridge FCE, CAE, CPE, and BEC exams, and take Business English electives. LSI also offers ESL/EFL programs.
LSI has over 60 years of experience in language education and participates in national industry accreditation schemes.
In 2023, about 1.5 billion people spoke English as a first or second language. English is widely used in business, tourism, aviation, science, and media.
Accommodation, meals, prices
LSI offers homestays, student residences, self-catering apartments, and residence hotels. Homestay hosts are selected by LSI to provide a welcoming environment. Students receive daily meals and laundry service and can practice the language every day.
Student residences offer single or twin rooms, most with private bathrooms, as well as shared spaces and laundry facilities. Residences are cleaned regularly and may host evening activities. In some junior residences, LSI staff live on site and provide 24-hour support.
In London, shared self-catering apartments accommodate 4 to 6 students, include equipped kitchens and modern living areas, and are centrally located. Residence hotels offer weekly housekeeping and optional kitchen facilities.
Subjects and sports
Activities LSI London Hampstead Center
Courses at LSI London Hampstead Center include social and cultural activities. Students can choose walking tours, film screenings, museum and gallery visits, and trips to Cambridge, Oxford, and other British cities.
Weekend excursions
In addition to the weekly social program, LSI organizes weekend excursions. Options include day trips, overnight trips, and longer excursions lasting three to five days. The Edinburgh & York Tour lasts 3 days and 2 nights and includes Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and a guided walk through medieval York. The Edinburgh & Loch Ness Tour lasts 3 days and 2 nights and includes a guided bus tour of Edinburgh's historic sites and an optional visit to Loch Ness. The Liverpool & Manchester Tour lasts 2 days and 1 night and includes Anfield Road, Penny Lane, the Cavern Club, and an optional visit to Manchester United's stadium.
Traditional pubs in Hampstead
Hampstead has traditional pubs where students can sample wine, British ale, and classic British snacks. Many pubs have gardens for summer and fireplaces for winter.
Walking tour of Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, and Trafalgar Square
The tour starts at Westminster Abbey, the Gothic church where British monarchs are crowned and buried. Students then walk past Downing Street to Whitehall, where they can see the Royal Horse Guards parade. The tour ends at Trafalgar Square.
Shopping trip to Oxford Street and Regent Street
Students can shop on Oxford Street and Regent Street, relax in a West End pub, and attend a musical in London's theater district.
Advantages
LSI London Hampstead Center gives students access to the school's technical and teaching resources. Facilities include modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards, a language lab, a library, a computer room, and campus Wi-Fi.
Facilities and equipment at LSI London Hampstead Center
LSI schools are in city-center locations and have modern facilities with technology for language learning.
Classes have no more than 16 students, with a maximum of 15 in the UK. LSI teachers are skilled, and staff are selected to provide students with friendly, helpful support.
Admission dates and extra charges
Additional fees:
- School registration fees,
- Accommodation fee,
- Courier service,
- Health insurance,
- One-way transfer.
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 180 GBP
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
General and Intensive courses are available for students aged 16 or older and suit all language levels. At beginner level, the minimum course length is 8 weeks.
Entry requirements vary by program:
- Academic English requires an intermediate to advanced level and is available from age 16,
- For Exam Preparation, an intermediate to upper-intermediate level is recommended, and the minimum age is 16,
- Pathways requires at least an intermediate level. Students below this level may take a general language program until they are ready.
Pathways applicants must complete LSI's free online English test and submit a pre-study evaluation form.
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about LSI London Hampstead Center
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
