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ELC London Hampstead
ELC London Hampstead offers superb facilities and quality English learning in one of the world’s most exciting cities.
Overview
ELC London Hampstead School was founded in 1977, and since then we have become one of London's top English language schools. All our students receive close personal attention and we aim to help you make maximum progress in English during an unforgettable stay in London.
Our large school is located close to the wealthy residential area of Hampstead, a lovely area and within walking distance of Hampstead, one of London's best-preserved old villages. ELC London Hampstead is the perfect location to study an English language course while exploring Britain’s vibrant capital.
Our School – A typical day
A typical day at our school is filled with plenty to do; there are activities in the morning, afternoon and evening. Come and experience English with us.
Mornings
Lessons start at 9.15 and finish at 12.30 with a 15 minute break.
The classes we teach in the morning include General English, Executive English, Academic English, and Cambridge exam courses.
Afternoons
Lessons take place between 12.40 and 16.35 with a 10-minute break at 14.50. The classes we teach include General English specialist skills, exam courses e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, Business English and Executive English. We also offer a homework club and a pronunciation workshop. If you are in the long-term student pogramme, you will meet regularly with your fellow students and have tutorials with a senior teacher to offer you additional study support.
Evenings
A range of activities feature each week on the social programme. Every Tuesday we run a pub night where you can go to our local pub with a teacher. On Thursdays we run another teacher-led activity, for example a trip to a museum, an art gallery, a guided walk or a visit to an interesting part of the city. We also offer additional teacher-led activities frequently which change depending on the time of year and events in London.
Facilities
Our London Hampstead school offers excellent facilities including:
- 41 classrooms, 21 of which have interactive projectors or interactive whiteboards
- Computer room with 24 computers and Internet access
- Well-stocked student library with a wide range of graded learning materials, exam practice materials and audio-visual resources
- Wi-Fi throughout the school
- Professional Suite with VIP facilities our executive courses: free internet, printing, scanning, faxing, free Wi-Fi, daily newspapers, TV, free tea and coffee and a member of staff always available
- Canteen serving hot and cold food throughout the day
- Coffee room
- Two beautiful outdoor patios for you to relax and socialise in
Courses in
London
Academic English
- General Qualification:
- Academic English
- Course Level:
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 15 hours per week
BEC
- General Qualification:
- BEC Premium
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 10 or 15 per week
Business Communications English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
Business English
- General Qualification:
- Business English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Advanced (C1)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
Cambridge Exam CAE
- General Qualification:
- Cambridge Exam CAE
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Advanced (C1)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
Cambridge Exam CPE
- General Qualification:
- Cambridge Exam CPE
- Course Level:
-
C2This course is suitable for Proficiency level (C2)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
Cambridge Exam FCE
- General Qualification:
- Cambridge Exam FCE
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate level (B2)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
CELTANew Location - London
- General Qualification:
- CELTA
- Course Level:
-
C1This course is suitable for Advanced (C1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Minimum 120 hours
Diplomatic English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
Engineering English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
English Plus Excursions
- General Qualification:
- General English
- Course Level:
-
A1This course is suitable for Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C1)
- Course hours:
- 15 hours per week
Executive English
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 15 hours per week
Family Packages
- General Qualification:
- Depending on course
- Course Level:
-
A1This course is suitable for Beginners (A1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
Financial English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
General English
- General Qualification:
- General English
- Course Level:
-
A1This course is suitable for Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C1)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
Giving Presentations in English
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
Hospitality English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
IELTS
- General Qualification:
- IELTS
- Course Level:
-
B1This course is suitable for Intermediate (B1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
Insurance English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
Legal English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
Medical English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
Military English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
Pharmaceutical English for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
B2This course is suitable for Upper-intermediate (B2) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week*
Private Tuition
- General Qualification:
- Depending on course
- Course Level:
-
A1This course is suitable for Beginners (A1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Minimum 1 hour per week
Private Tuition for Executives
- General Qualification:
- Executive English
- Course Level:
-
A1This course is suitable for Beginners (A1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
Study Year
- General Qualification:
- Depending on course
- Course Level:
-
A1This course is suitable for Beginners (A1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20 or 25 hours per week
Teacher Immersion Course
- General Qualification:
- Teacher Training
- Course Level:
-
B1This course is suitable for Intermediate (B1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- Up to 30 hours per week
TOEFL
- General Qualification:
- TOEFL
- Course Level:
-
B1This course is suitable for Intermediate (B1) to Advanced (C1)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
TOEIC
- General Qualification:
- TOEIC
- Course Level:
-
B1This course is suitable for Intermediate (B1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours per week
University Course Preparation
- General Qualification:
- University Course Preparation
- Course Level:
-
B1This course is suitable for Intermediate (B1) to Proficiency (C2)
- Course hours:
- 27 hours per week
Accommodation
We understand how important it is to have a safe, comfortable and welcoming place to stay during your time with us. For that reason we have dedicated staff in our centres to help you arrange the accommodation option that suits you best:
The images displayed below represent the overall standard and quality of each accommodation. Students are not guaranteed to stay in the exact place photographed.
Studios
We have a variety of studio apartments available if you want complete independence and to stay on a self-catering basis.
Facilities
Our studio accommodation includes:Homestay accommodation
Stay with a local host. Living with a host and their family gives you even more contact with English speakers and a real insight into life in London. Our hosts treat each student as a new member of the family, eating together and sharing the common living areas. No more than four students will be accommodated in homestay accommodation at any one time.
Facilities
Homestay facilities include:Private home accommodation
More than four adult students may be accommodated in a private home; there may be less direct contact with the host(s) and your stay may be self-catered. This is an inexpensive option, ideal if you would like the comfort of a home, while having the freedom to live independently.
Facilities
Private home accommodation facilities include:Student residences
Stay in a student residence with shared kitchen / restaurant facilities and social spaces, offering independence as well as a real international experience with fellow students.
Facilities
Student residence facilities includeHotels
If you prefer the comfort of a hotel or guesthouse, we can recommend a range of hotel accommodation in the local area to suit different budgets.
Facilities
Hotel facilities includeExplore London
London needs little introduction. One of the most exciting cities in the world, the UK’s capital is well known for its unique multicultural environment, as well as its many famous historical figures and landmarks.
Being a student in London can be a rewarding and stimulating experience. It is important that you are aware of regulations related to your student status, and also the discounts and benefits that may be available to you.
Our exciting social programme reflects the vibrant life of London: cultural events and activities, as well as weekly pub nights as part of the social programme. We also encourage you and help you plan activities to enjoy everything that London has to offer.
London has such a wide choice of cinemas, theatres, great museums and exhibitions, street markets, concerts, musicals, ice skating and lots of shopping.
