Courses

ELC courses

These courses are designed for students and mature students wishing to improve their English language skills for general use, Cambridge and / or IELTS exams. Also ‘ELC’ Trinity College London exam preparation. Trinity provides Secure English Language Tests (SELTs) across the UK. These tests are approved for applications to the UKVI for visas, British Citizenship and Leave to Remain. Graded Examinations in Spoken English (GESE) – A1, A2 and B1 tests. Integrated Skills in English (ISE) – B1 and B2 tests.

Our courses are designed to be practical, efficient and to encourage you to improve your English. They are well planned by our experienced and enthusiastic teachers, lively and fun, for you to make fast progress in English. All courses will allow you to activate your passive English and build on what you already know. A positive attitude to study, determination and motivation will help you gain your goal.

All students take an ‘ELC’ online placement test together with a student profile needs analysis, to determine their level of ability in English. They then join the group appropriate to their level. A Progress Test may be taken and must be passed before you move up a level. Alternatively you may be upgraded, by special recommendation, from your teacher.

A graded ‘ELC’ Certificate showing your CEFR English language level and ability in the 6 skills ( Speaking, Pronunciation, Listening, Reading, Writing and Motivation / Attitude) will be given at the end of the course – click to see a sample

‘Many students come to ‘ELC’ on a Short Term Study Visa for 6 or 11 months to prepare for the IELTS test to enable them to enter Higher Education or University in the UK.

Standard Visitor Visa:
Any visitor coming to the UK can study English for up to 6 months without any visa supporting documentation.
If you wish ‘ELC’ to provide supporting visa documentation, complete the online application form under ‘Apply Now’ on our website homepage. We shall invoice you for the period booked, the minimum period being 12 weeks for Non- EU students. On receipt of payment, we shall provide a stamped and signed ‘letter of confirmation’ of studies to assist your Standard Visitor Visa application for up to 6 months.

Visa Information
Prices 2024 Programme

Short Term Study Visa for up to 11 months:
On completion of the online application form ‘ELC’ will prepare the letter for your UKVI visa application. On receipt of fees for the minimum study period of 32 weeks (15 hours per week) we shall provide the signed and stamped ‘letter of acceptance’ for your visa.
Minimum study period of 32 weeks for the 11- month visa = Fees: £3,300.00

‘ELC’ Does not provide CAS visas nor CAS numbers.
Students who need a UKVI CAS visa for Higher Education or University in the UK will need an IELTS score of 4.0 in Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. The IELTS test must now be taken at an approved UKVI Secure English Language Test (SELT) centre in the UK or in your country – check: See PDF ..
The ‘ELC’ range of English language courses may lead to the following examinations e.g. IELTS, Cambridge (KET, PET, FCE)
Those students wishing to follow an IELTS and / or other examination course e.g. Cambridge First should have an Intermediate level of English equivalent to a minimum IELTS score of 4.5.
This is particularly if they wish to join a University International Foundation Programme in the future which will normally require and entry score of 5.5 or higher for a UK University.
A University Masters (MSc) course will normally require an IELTS entry level score of 6.5.
A doctorate (PhD) will require an IELTS entry score of minimum of 7.0 or higher.’

TOEFL for US University entrance minimum score of 100 on the iBT test, 250 on computer-based test, and 600 on paper-based test (PBT).

Students can start their courses on any day of the week and do not need to buy any books. ‘ELC’ provides all hand outs and materials which will include photo copies of standard texts, specifically prepared materials by ‘ELC’, use of the Internet and audio systems.

Courses are arranged during the morning and the afternoon.
Au pairs and busy people may attend classes 2, 3, or 4 days per week. ‘ELC’ has a safe and secure private bicycle park.

Term / Semester Dates 2024

Winter / Spring TermOpen: am 8th January
Closed: pm 29th March
Easter vacationClosed: 29th March
Open: am 8th April
Summer / Autumn TermOpen: am 8th April
Closed: pm 13th December
National Public Holidays29th March & 1st April, 6th & 27th May, 26th August.
2025Open: am 13th January 2025

Afraa

Dear Mr. Mc Burney,

I hope you are fine and in good health.
I am one of your students I had my best English course ever in 2011, you may not remember me but l'll never forget you. You just came across my mind and I can't stop smiling while remembering all that happy moments you let us feel. I really wish to study with you again and wish you all the best Mr. Mc Burney.

Afraa General English Course 2nd April 2024

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Adrien

I improved my English day after day. Thanks to ‘ELC’. Reading is a very nice town, great, lively and quiet. I chose ‘ELC’ as my best friend advised me.
I would recommend ‘ELC’ as it is interesting to meet people from different countries and there is nice, friendly atmosphere here.

Adrien, France General English Course 5th March 2015

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Husain Abdul Wahid

On my first day at ‘ELC’, I was afraid that I might not have what it takes to get the grade I needed, but as soon as I met the whole staff, teachers and the principal it all changed . I didn’t thought that they will be so friendly and helpful . When I started to study, teachers really helped me to work on my weak points and to improve what I am good at. Whenever I had a question they always make sure to give me that I need. I recommend ELC to any student who wants to learn English in an academic and a friendly environment. I am sure that all students will feel like home and if you are a student you will get excited to attend every class and every debate.

Husain Abdul Wahid General English Course 2nd April 2024

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Katharina

Ellie's class is perfect for me. I really like her and her teaching style and I learned a lot during my stay in 2012. Therefore, I am very happy to continue in Ellie's class. I haven't taken any of IELTS/TOEFL/Cambridge exams yet, because my University here in Germany didn't accept any of them. The University has its one placement examination which one has to pass in order to study English. Would you recommend that I take one of them? And if yes, which one?

I really look forward to coming back.

Katharina General English Course 2nd April 2024

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Gabriela

I have a great memory of all at ‘ELC’, excellent teachers, friendly staff and meeting lots of new friends.

Gabriela, Italy General English Course 5th March 2015

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Term / Semester Dates 2024

Winter / Spring TermOpen: am 8th January
Closed: pm 29th March
Easter vacationClosed: 29th March
Open: am 8th April
Summer / Autumn TermOpen: am 8th April
Closed: pm 13th December
National Public Holidays29th March & 1st April, 6th & 27th May, 26th August.
2025Open: am 13th January 2025
Levels:

CEFR A1+ False Beginner, CEFR A2 Low Elementary, CEFR B1 Pre-Intermediate, CEFR B2 Standard Intermediate, CEFR B2+ Upper Intermediate.