English course in Cambridge

Why take a English course in Cambridge?

Study on an English course in Cambridge, widely regarded as one of England’s most beautiful, characterful and historic towns. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel the city’s unique blend of academic prestige, timeless architecture and relaxed riverside charm. Cambridge is famously home to the world-renowned University of Cambridge, where legendary figures such as Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin and Oliver Cromwell once studied, adding to the sense that you’re learning in a place that has shaped history.

Between classes, you can immerse yourself in everyday Cambridge life by joining hundreds of locals and students cycling through the city’s cobbled lanes and leafy avenues. Take time to go punting on the River Cam in a traditional flat-bottomed boat, drifting past stunning college buildings and elegant bridges as you admire the skyline rising above the water. Along the way, you’ll discover magnificent courtyards and towers, with the unforgettable King’s College Chapel standing out as the town’s iconic symbol. Its soaring Gothic design, intricate stonework and extraordinary stained glass make it a must-see for anyone visiting Cambridge.

After your English lessons, the city offers plenty of ways to unwind and keep practising your language skills in real-life situations. Enjoy a relaxed lunch in a traditional English pub, browse independent shops, or wander the medieval backstreets filled with charming cafés and hidden corners. Art lovers can admire galleries and historic collections, while culture seekers will appreciate museums such as the outstanding Fitzwilliam Museum, packed with world-class paintings, antiquities and exhibitions.

If you’re keen to explore beyond the city, Cambridge is perfectly placed. It’s only around 50 miles from London, making day trips quick and easy, and it also serves as the gateway to the wonderfully unspoilt landscapes of East Anglia. From historic villages to open countryside and coastal escapes, you’ll have endless opportunities to discover more of England while building confidence in your English.

About our school in Cambridge

Our English language school in Cambridge is just a 15–20 minute walk from the city centre. It is based in an impressive 19th-century building with excellent facilities for learning English. As the building is over 100 years old, spans four floors, and has no lift, access for wheelchair users is unfortunately limited.

The school has 16 classrooms and a Learning Centre with a library, computers, multimedia resources, and free internet access, including Wi‑Fi. You can also relax between classes in our café or garden.

Location of our school in Cambridge

What accommodation is available in Cambridge?

Available accommodation

The most effective way to learn English is to constantly expose yourself to the language. With this in mind, our school arranges accommodation for students with local host families. Not only will you receive breakfast and dinner each day, but you’ll also get all the English practice you could wish for! Only the friendliest, most capable families are chosen, guaranteeing you a pleasant stay in England.

If you are over 18 the school offers Student Residence accommodation. The building is a large and modern student residence, all rooms include en-suite facilities, shared cooking facilities, a laundry room. Bed linen provided and changed on a weekly basis.

Available activities in Cambridge

To supplement your English course in Cambridge, our school runs a varied program of activities, taking place in the afternoons, evenings and at weekends. Play sports, watch English language movies, socialise at school parties and enjoy nights out in Cambridge. Weekend excursions take in places like London, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick and Bath. Our school also arranges longer duration trips to York and Scotland!

How to get to our school in Cambridge

If you like, our school can collect you from the airport, although this service is not included.

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College city: Cambridge

Internationally known and respected for its colleges, Cambridge has built up quite the reputation as an academic centre. But it wouldn’t be fair to say that Cambridge has nothing else on offer besides its schooling. While the University's college buildings are truly stunning and will definitely fill your heart with awe, there is much more to see and do in this famous English city. If you want to know more about this national treasure, read more and find out why Cambridge might just be the right place for you to learn English, have fun, and find out more about the culture of England. Read more...