English School in

London

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English courses in London

Step outside this grand Georgian building and you’ll find all London’s delights and contradictions on your doorstep: ancient monuments and gleaming skyscrapers, pop-up fashion boutiques and majestic museums, enticing nightlife and Royal gardens. The hectic cobbled streets of London’s famous Covent Garden market are also just minutes away.

Centrally located
City
Excellent museums
Museum
England's capital city
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  • Our London Covent Garden English school is housed in a beautiful historic building with an outdoor courtyard for relaxing between classes
  • Take advantage of discounted tickets for award-winning West End musicals
  • Offers a rich social program, including organized monthly trips around Europe
  • Can accept junior students aged 14–17 in closed groups
Available courses

Available courses at this school

School Information

About our London English school

School facilities

Air conditioning
aircon
Classrooms
classroom
Interactive white boards
white board
Outdoor area
park
Student lounge
lounge
Study center
study room
WiFi
wifi

Location

3–4 Southampton Place
London
WC1A 2DA
United Kingdom

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3–4 Southampton Place
London
WC1A 2DA
United Kingdom

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  • University Placement Service

Our University Placement Service (UPS) allows you to benefit from our extensive network of partner universities and colleges. Combined with our wealth of experience, we help you gain entry to graduate and undergraduate courses. Learn more.

  • School holidays

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  • London school audit report

This school is frequently inspected by regulatory bodies. You can read the British Council's latest audit report online for both of our English schools in London

  • Minimum age

16+  

  • Entry level  

From Beginner to Intermediate depending on course

  • Courses 

General English, Business English, Semi-Intensive, Intensive, IELTS Exam Preparation, Cambridge Exam Preparation

  • Class size 

Average 12, maximum 16 students  

  • Course length

From 1 to 52 weeks. The longer you study, the more you’ll progress! 

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Accreditation & memberships

This Kaplan International Languages school is accredited by the British Council, and is a member of English UK. These are highly respected organizations that represent and help maintain the best English language schools in the country.

*Student recommendations are based on Kaplan students surveyed since 2018.

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Student accommodation in London

*Accommodation is sometimes arranged by an agency

Homestay

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  • Share meals with your hosts every day
  • Speak English in a relaxed, natural setting
  • A range of options including twin rooms, en-suite and private bathrooms
 
Homestay

Ideal for students who want to discover local culture and customs with a friendly host, in a home environment. 

  • Share meals with your hosts every day
  • Speak English in a relaxed, natural setting
  • A range of options including twin rooms, en-suite and private bathrooms

Scape Wembley

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  • Offers modern studio rooms

  • Private kitchens and bathrooms
  • Common spaces include a cinema room and communal kitchen
  • Private and shared bathrooms available
 
Scape Wembley

Located in Wembley Park, Scape Wembley has everything you need to stay in one of the most exciting cities in the world. A stone's throw from central London, Wembley Park is a melting pot of culture with many restaurants and bars lining the streets, including the famous Wembley Stadium, which hosts sports events and concerts all year. The residence itself offers modern studio rooms with private kitchens and bathrooms, meaning you can truly relax after a busy day in the capital. The beautiful common spaces include a cinema room and communal kitchen; perfect for socialising and practising your English after class and an on-site gym makes it easy to stay fit whilst you study.

  • Offers modern studio rooms

  • Private kitchens and bathrooms
  • Common spaces include a cinema room and communal kitchen
  • Private and shared bathrooms available
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Scape Canada Water

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  • Ensuite rooms

  • Communal kitchen

  • Cinema room

  • Onsite gym

  • Central location

 
Scape Canada Water

Located in Canada Water, Scape has everything you need to stay in one of the most exciting cities in the world. A stone's throw from central London and even closer to the iconic London Bridge area of the city, Canada Water is a riverside neighbourhood which enjoys close proximity to trendy Bermondsey, famed for it's street food markets and craft beer scene, as well as London Bridge, which is home to the famous Borough Market and The Shard. The residence itself offers modern ensuite rooms with bathrooms and shared kitchen. The beautiful common spaces include a cinema room and communal kitchen, as well as access to a gym

  • Ensuite rooms

  • Communal kitchen

  • Cinema room

  • Onsite gym

  • Central location

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IQ Shoreditch

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  • Offers luxurious accommodation with a suite of impressive social spaces including a sky lounge
  • Includes a gym, cinema room, art and dance studios, a courtyard
  • Studio rooms allow you to live independently and live the lifestyle that suits you
  • Close to some of London's best restaurants, bars and nightlife, and lovely Shoreditch Park and Regent's Canal
  • 2-minute walk from Old Street Tube
 
IQ Shoreditch

A 2-minute walk from Old Street Tube, IQ Shoreditch offers luxurious accommodation with a suite of impressive social spaces including a sky lounge. It’s studio rooms allow you to live independently and live the lifestyle that suits you. The accommodation is complemented by a range of excellent social and study areas. There is a gym, cinema room, art and dance studios, a courtyard, and a spacious top-floor sky lounge with incredible views across the city. IQ Shoreditch is just a short 20-minute tube to both schools. You will also be close to some of London's best restaurants, bars and nightlife, and lovely Shoreditch Park and Regent's Canal.

  • Offers luxurious accommodation with a suite of impressive social spaces including a sky lounge
  • Includes a gym, cinema room, art and dance studios, a courtyard
  • Studio rooms allow you to live independently and live the lifestyle that suits you
  • Close to some of London's best restaurants, bars and nightlife, and lovely Shoreditch Park and Regent's Canal
  • 2-minute walk from Old Street Tube
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Aldgate Residence

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  • Offers modern studio accommodation to students in London, with onsite social spaces 
  • Small double bed, desk & chair, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom 
  • Kitchen includes microwave, sink, hob, fridge, dining area with a chair 
  • Games room, sky lounge, karaoke room and cinema room 
  • Time to the school: 32 mins by tube / LBR - 24 mins by tube
 
Aldgate Residence
  • Offers modern studio accommodation to students in London, with onsite social spaces 
  • Small double bed, desk & chair, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom 
  • Kitchen includes microwave, sink, hob, fridge, dining area with a chair 
  • Games room, sky lounge, karaoke room and cinema room 
  • Time to the school: 32 mins by tube / LBR - 24 mins by tube
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Battersea Residence

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  • Ensuite rooms with shared kitchen 
  • Bedroom includes: bed, desk & chair, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom with shower 
  • Study areas and gym facilities are provided 
  • Kitchen includes: fridge / freezer, oven, dishwasher, microwave and spacious dining area 
  • Time to the school: Covent Garden - 18 mins by tube / London Bridge - 39 mins by tube
 
Battersea Residence

Based in a stunning part of the city just moments away from vibrant local attractions, students at Battersea Urban Nest have access to everything London has to offer. This modern residence features en-suite rooms with shared kitchens equipped with a fridge/freezer, oven, dishwasher, microwave, and a spacious dining area. Each room includes a comfortable bed, desk and chair, wardrobe, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The accommodation provides plenty of common areas, including a gym and study spaces, allowing you to socialize with fellow international students and university students, which will help you improve your English outside of class. There’s also 24/7 security, WiFi throughout the building, and a convenient laundry room.

  • Ensuite rooms with shared kitchen 
  • Bedroom includes: bed, desk & chair, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom with shower 
  • Study areas and gym facilities are provided 
  • Kitchen includes: fridge / freezer, oven, dishwasher, microwave and spacious dining area 
  • Time to the school: Covent Garden - 18 mins by tube / London Bridge - 39 mins by tube
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Social Activities

What to do in London

Our London Covent Garden school has a dedicated social program, designed to help you explore the city and build friendships, through organised events and activities.

 
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Frequently asked questions about studying English in London

Why learn English at our London school?

As the birthplace of the English language, studying English in London can offer you an exceptional educational and cultural experience unlike any other. 

You’ll learn at our school located in the heart of the city – Covent Garden – which not only allows you to immerse yourself in the language and really understand its nuances, but it also grants you easy access to some of the city’s best landmarks and attractions, including the British Musuem, the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and Hyde Park. 

London is also one of the business capitals of the world and a city that encourages worldwide collaboration, thus making it the perfect place for international students who want to improve their English skills as well as further their professional career. 

How much does it cost to learn English in London?

The cost of your trip depends entirely on the course you choose and where you stay. For a more accurate estimate of how much learning in London will cost, please use our quote tool. At Kaplan, we do our best to provide a range of courses and accommodation options that suit most budgets, but this is not always possible. 

Alternatively, you can also talk to one of our advisors who can help you create a custom package that suits your budget. 

Will I need a visa to study in London?

Depending on your nationality, you may need a visa to study in London. Please contact one of our advisors to find out more. 

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