Our English school in Bournemouth

  • Charming, intimate language school in a lively student neighbourhood, a 10-minute walk from downtown and Bournemouth Pier
  • Bright and cheerful classrooms.
  • Use the quiet study room, on-site cafeteria, and student lounge between classes
  • When the weather is fine, a spacious private garden with summer BBQ, table tennis and volleyball await you. Please note that the garden is undergoing major landscaping between March-May 2024.
  • Public transportation stops right outside the school
  • Typical weekend trips include Oxford, London, Brighton, Stonehenge, Scotland and Paris

The right English course in Bournemouth

It's not just the 7 miles of golden sands that attract people to beautiful Bournemouth. With a variety of course options to suit your level and learning requirements Bournemouth offers the opportunity to learn English whilst immersing yourself into local life in a lively seaside town.

So what sets our English courses apart? Our students come from all over the world and the diversity of the student body in Bournemouth means you have maximum exposure to English and plenty of opportunities to put your skills into practice with like minded learners.

Our English school in Bournemouth is set in a typically English Victorian building boasting fantastic facilities. A spacious private garden, bright, classrooms, a large student lounge with consoles, pool table, air hockey and large TV for you to relax and enjoy with your new friends. On top of this, our onsite cafeteria offers fantastic food and drink options throughout the school day.

You can easily spend all day in our English school, and we'd encourage you to! The cosy, family atmosphere really makes you feel at home and our friendly staff are always available should you require assistance or simply want a chat to practice your English.

If this sounds like the right kind of English course for you, get in touch. We'd love to take you on a tour of our English school in Bournemouth so you can form your own opinion.

What makes learning English with us in Bournemouth so different?

The main thing that sets our English school in Bournemouth apart from so many others is that 100% of our students are studying English full time. That means everyone spends lots of time at school and goes on excursions together outside of class. There's a real sense of community. Our Bournemouth English school isn't gigantic. It's just the right size for you to get lots of personal attention from your teachers and meet pretty much everybody else who's studying there at the same time you are. If you'd like to join a positive and engaging English school in Bournemouth, get in touch.

English courses in Bournemouth

Accommodation options in Bournemouth

Your English course in Bournemouth includes accommodation in a twin room with a carefully selected local host, half-board Monday to Friday, and all meals on weekends. If you prefer to stay in a student residence, we can arrange a multi room at Ullswater Residence for a supplement of £150/week or a twin room for a supplement of £175/week, with ensuite facilities and self-catering.

If you already have your own accommodation in Bournemouth, ask us for a personalized price quote for your English course. Prices given below won't be accurate because they all include homestay accommodation for the duration of your course.
*Some twin and multi rooms may have adult size bunk beds.

Events, activities & excursions

Of course you could just go home after your English lessons are finished, but wouldn't it be a lot better to socialize with your classmates? Wouldn't you practice your English more? Wouldn't you learn faster? Our answer is a resounding YES! That's why we organize several activities and outings a week exclusively for our students. Get the most out of your English course in Bournemouth by joining in the fun.

  • Local activities range from free - £50
  • Day excursions range from £15 - £65
  • Evening events range from free - £50
  • Overnight excursions range from £95 - £250

English course prices in Bournemouth

The prices given below for English courses in Bournemouth are guidelines, but to get an exact price for your own custom course, it's best to contact us. There are lots of options, extensions, and customizations. So get in touch and we'll build your ideal English course in Bournemouth with you.

Included in the price of every English course in Bournemouth

  • 20, 26 or 32 English lessons of 40 minutes per week with the EF EF Method Learning System
  • Twin room in a homestay
  • Breakfast and dinner Monday-Friday and all meals on weekends with your host
  • Digital learning media and online academic materials
  • EF SET Placement Test and progress tracker
  • EF Course Certificate and EF SET Certificate of Achievement
  • Access to Campus Connect from enrolment
  • English post-course for up to 6 months (depending on course type)
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet access at our language school in Bournemouth
  • Free weekly activities and student clubs

Prices include accommodation.

Weeks Basic General Intensive Cambridge Exams
2 wks £950 £1,030 £1,110
3 wks £1,425 £1,545 £1,665
4 wks £1,900 £2,060 £2,220
5 wks £2,375 £2,575 £2,775
6 wks £2,850 £3,090 £3,330
8 wks £3,800 £4,120 £4,440
10 wks £4,660 £5,040 £5,440 £5,540
12 wks £5,960 £6,440 £6,560
16 wks £7,800 £8,440 £8,600
20 wks £9,640 £10,440 £10,640
+ 1 * wks £460 £500 £510

Please note, prices shown above exclude enrolment fee and course material which students are required to have. Contact us to request a personalised quotation.

Accreditations / memberships

english uk member

Authorised exam centre

Additional travel, school and price information

Please refer to the Additional information page for further information regarding English course prices, travel and Bournemouth English school policies.

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