Learn English in Portsmouth

Why learn English in Portsmouth?

Are you searching for an English language course set on England’s stunning south coast, where learning happens alongside fresh sea air and coastal scenery? Would you enjoy studying in a welcoming, student-friendly city that blends a rich, fascinating history with a modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere, complete with stylish bars, independent cafés, and a wide choice of restaurants? If so, Portsmouth could be the ideal location for you.

Often described as the ‘waterfront city’, it’s famous for its historic dockyards, proud naval heritage, and enduring maritime legacy. With the sea never far away, Portsmouth offers an inspiring setting for lessons and life beyond the classroom—perfect for anyone who loves the coast, enjoys exploring, and wants a memorable place to study English

Our school in Portsmouth

Our English language school in Portsmouth is very centrally located in the university district of the city. There are 55 bright and airy classrooms and group sizes are small (typically 4-8 students, with a maximum class size of just 12 students per class), ensuring that you benefit from the very best learning environment.

The school offers excellent facilities for English language learning, including free WiFi access, well-equipped classrooms (many with inter-active white boards), a study centre filled with learning resources, 2 student lounges with flatscreen TV, pool table, table tennis and piano and a large student cafeteria, offering freshly prepared hot and cold food and an ideal place for socialising with other students in between your classes!

Location of our school in Portsmouth

Accommodation in Portsmouth

Available accommodation

In this location, you can stay with a local homestay host and receive a fully immersive English experience. Hosts are native English speakers and will speak only English to you in the home; you’ll also have access to English-language television, radio, and magazines, which will complement your classroom tuition and show you exactly how the language is used in real-life situations.

Rooms are available on a half-board basis, meaning breakfast and dinner is included each day as part of the accommodation package. This gives you guaranteed interaction with your hosts in the evening, which is a great opportunity for extra language practice! You will have a private single or twin* bedroom and share the home’s communal spaces like the living room and bathroom with your host(s) and any other students in the home. ‘Plus’ rooms with private bathroom access are available on request. Special diets can be accommodated on request and may incur a surcharge. Bed linens and a weekly laundry service are included in the accommodation package. You will have your own key to come and go as you please, but you must respect house rules and schedules.

*Twin rooms are only available to two students travelling together.

Available activities in Portsmouth

Activities are arranged every week in order for you to socialise with other students, get a taste of the local culture, practise your English and completely enjoy yourself! Examples of activities include: dinners in restaurants, quizzes, pub nights and trips to the cinema, to museums or to the theatre, amongst many others! Our school also organises regular excursions to local places of interest and further afield such as London, the Isle of Wight, Oxford, Stonehenge and Cambridge!

How to get to our school in Portsmouth

We are happy to arrange an airport transfer for you, although this is not included in the course price.

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Portsmouth – the UK island’s island city

Portsmouth is an island port city situated on Portsea Island in the county of Hampshire, England. Confused? Luckily we have included a picture. The city’s rich history has been influenced by its association with the sea and its proximity to London and mainland Europe. The Romans were the first to appreciate the sheltered natural harbour at Portsmouth - they used it as a strategic base when fighting pirates in the English Channel. As you might already know, it later became the home of the Royal Navy. Read more...