English Christmas Course in London

English Christmas Course in London

What better way to learn English than in the heart of England’s capital, where history and culture surround you at every turn? Our Kensington school is one of the few English-language centres open over the festive season, allowing you to keep improving your language skills while exploring world-famous landmarks. Imagine practising English as you uncover the fascinating stories behind the Tower of London or the magnificence of Westminster Abbey - where monarchs are crowned and famous names including Charles Dickens, Isaac Newton, and Charles Darwin are buried. Just a short trip away, you can explore the wonders of the Natural History Museum, all while immersing yourself in the city’s unique charm.

London takes on a magical glow during the holiday season, with dazzling Christmas lights transforming the city’s iconic streets. There’s something special around every corner, from festive ice rinks, to famous seasonal markets like South Bank Market, where you can sample traditional treats and shop for unique gifts. Whether strolling through Hyde Park, gazing out over the city from Primrose Hill, or taking in the River Thames from the London Eye, you’ll have plenty of chances to use your English skills in real-world, unforgettable settings.

The city’s vibrant theatre scene truly shines during the holidays, offering classics such as The Nutcracker by the National Ballet and A Christmas Carol at the Old Vic. Whichever activities you choose, you’re sure to have an unforgettable English-language experience at Christmas and New Year, surrounded by London’s rich history, festive cheer, and countless opportunities to improve your skills in one of the world’s most iconic cities.

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Christmas and New Year courses in London

Experience the magic of London during the holiday season while enhancing your English skills through immersive, conversation-focused courses. Designed for adults of all ages, these programmes combine daily English language classes with optional leisure and sightseeing activities, making them ideal for those looking to boost their fluency in real-life situations while exploring one of the world’s most iconic cities. Each year offers a unique schedule and activity lineup.

Christmas & New Year Course 2024/2025


The Christmas and New Year course in London for 2024/2025 focuses on developing everyday English language skills-listening, speaking, reading, and writing-with a particular emphasis on conversation. Classes run from 9:00 AM to 12:50 PM, Monday through Friday, providing a flexible programme for one or two weeks.

In the first week of this special English Christmas course in London, students will attend 12 lessons, each lasting 50 minutes, for a total of 10 hours of instruction. Classes run from 09:00 to 12:50, with a short morning break, but there will be no classes on 25 and 26 December due to public holidays. Because of the reduced class time, Week 1 is priced lower than Week 2.

The second week offers 16 lessons, also 50 minutes each, for a total of 13 hours and 20 minutes. Lessons are held from 09:00 to 12:50, with a break included, and classes will pause on 1 January 2025 for New Year's Day. With more English tuition, Week 2 is priced slightly higher than Week 1.

This English course is open to English learners at all levels from A2 through to C1, with a maximum class size of 14 to ensure personalised attention. Students can choose to attend either week or stay for both to enjoy the full winter learning experience at the best value.

Included are a placement test, study materials, an activity programme (entrance charges may apply), and a certificate upon completion. These courses begin on 23 December 2024 (for one or two weeks), and 30 December 2024 (one week only).

Christmas & New Year Course 2025/2026

Similar to the previous year, the Christmas and New Year English course in London for 2025/2026 combines English language instruction with an engaging sightseeing and leisure schedule, making it ideal for those eager to practise English while immersing themselves in one of the world’s greatest cities.

Morning classes run from 9:00 AM to 12:50 PM, Monday to Friday, with two to three guided afternoon activities each week and a weekend day trip to Oxford by train. Highlights include a sightseeing tour of London, entry to the Tower of London with a guided tour, and themed walking tours, such as Harry Potter’s London.

The first week, starting on 22 December 2025, offers 10 hours of lessons over 12 sessions, with no classes on 25-26 December 2025 due to holidays.

The second week, beginning on 29 December 2025, offers 16 lessons, totalling 13 hours and 20 minutes, with a day off on 1 January 2026.

As before, this English course at Christmas welcomes students at levels A2 through to C1, with a maximum of 14 participants per class. Prices for Week 1 are slightly less than Week 2. The course fees cover all materials, a welcome pack, a school certificate, and a complete activity programme, with entrance fees included. Sessions begin on 22 December 2025 (for one or two weeks) and 29 December 2025 (for one week only).

This course offer an enriching way to spend the holiday season in London while making significant improvements in English fluency.

Accommodation can be included in this package as an added extra. Read on for further information.

Duration: 1 or 2 weeks
Course dates: 23 and 30 December 2024, or 22 and 29 December 2025
Age: Minimum 18 years
Level: This course is suitable for students who already have some experience with English, so is not appropriate for complete beginners. Tuition is available right up to advanced C1 level.

Please feel free to Contact us for further details or to make a booking.

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included in this package as standard but can be added for an additional fee.

For a well-rounded language experience, we highly recommend that you stay with a local Host Family. With this option, you’ll have a private bedroom and share the lounge and bathroom with your host(s) and any other students in the home. The standard homestay in London can be anywhere in zones 2 & 3. Some Host Family Plus options can also be found in zone 1, 2 & 3 and offer access to a private bathroom (subject to availability).

Meals are provided by your host; you can choose a bed & breakfast option or a half-board package. Dinnertime presents an excellent opportunity for socialising - giving you invaluable language practise outside the classroom - so we recommend that you select the half-board option for the most complete immersive experience. Your host(s) will clean your room once a week, though you should keep your space tidy throughout your stay. Hosts mays do your laundry for you, give you access to the home’s laundry facilities, or advise you on local public laundry services (not all London homes have a washing machine). Bed linens are included but towels are not, so you should bring your own. In a city the size of London, you should expect to travel up to one hour from your accommodation to the school.

Alternatively, we can add accommodation in the school’s Studio Apartment which is suitable for executives and families. These apartments offer modern self-catering studios with one or two bedrooms in the trendy Chelsea area of London. Each unit includes a private kitchen, en-suite bathroom, and amenities like a flat-screen TV and safe. One-bedroom apartments accommodate up to three people, and two-bedroom units fit up to four, using a sofa bed. Located near shops, restaurants, and museums, our studio apartments in London are only a 15-20 minute walk from our English school and is ideal for Christmas and New Year language programmes.

The property provides daily cleaning, weekly linen changes, and optional extra cleaning for an additional fee. Each kitchen is equipped with appliances, and Wi-Fi is available via vouchers. These studio apartments in Chelsea enforce quiet hours after 10 p.m., has strict non-smoking policies, and a penalty for violations. Check-in is from 3 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Guests can book stays with a travel card for convenient access to South Kensington’s bus and train lines.

If you prefer, you are welcome to book just your tuition with us and arrange your own lodging in London.

Please contact us for more information on these packages.

Activities

To complement your English language tuition at Christmas and New Year, our school also offers an extensive selection of seasonal social and cultural activities.

These may include:
• guided visits to local museums and monuments
• trips to local Christmas markets
• English film screenings
• river boat trip to Greenwich
• language workshops and seminars
• visit to Winter Wonderland and other seasonal attractions
• social events as organised by the school
• Christmas dinner with your teachers and fellow students
• trip to London’s New Year’s Day parade
• half-day excursions to local points of interest

All activities are conducted in English, which means you’ll be able to practise your language skills even when outside the classroom. Most of the activities offered in alongside this programme are Christmas-themed; you’ll therefore get a lot of insight into English festive traditions, as well as learning about London’s long history. Some activities may incur an additional fee to cover entrance and/or transportation costs.

How to get there

We will be happy to advise you on how to get to your chosen accommodation. Optional airport transfers to and/or from all local London airports can be arranged at an additional cost, which will pick you up from the airport and take you directly to your accommodation. Please contact us for more details about the cost and locations in which this service can be arranged.


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