International students connecting

Find Your Tribe

Connect with like-minded international students through our buddy programs, practice groups, and community events designed to turn strangers into lifelong friends.

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Community Q&A

Get answers from students who've been through it all — choosing schools, sorting visas, and making London home.

How we connect

Community Programs

Buddy program meeting

Buddy Program

Get paired with a local London student or someone who's been here longer. Your buddy will help you navigate the city, practice English in real situations, and become your first friend in London. It's like having a local best friend from day one.

  • One-on-one matching based on interests and goals
  • Weekly meetups for conversation practice
  • London exploration and cultural exchange
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Practice Groups

Small, friendly groups that meet regularly to practice English in a relaxed, supportive environment. Whether you want to work on conversation, pronunciation, or just build confidence, there's a group perfect for you.

Conversation Circles

Weekly relaxed chats over coffee

Pronunciation Labs

Practice tricky sounds together

Business English

Professional communication skills

IELTS Support

Exam preparation with peers

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Practice group session

What's happening

Upcoming Community Events

London walk event
This Saturday, 2:00 PM

Hidden London Walking Tour

Discover secret spots in Central London while practicing English with fellow students. Free for community members!

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Cooking class
Tuesday, 6:30 PM

International Cooking Night

Share recipes from your home country while learning food vocabulary and making new friends. Bring an appetite!

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Game night
Friday, 7:00 PM

Game Night & Karaoke

Fun evening of board games and karaoke to practice English in the most relaxed way possible. Beginners welcome!

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What our community says

Real connections, real impact

"I joined the buddy program feeling nervous and shy. Three months later, I have a best friend, improved English, and I actually look forward to social events. This community changed my London experience completely."

Sofia from Spain

Sofia Martinez

From Spain, here 8 months

"The practice groups are amazing! It's not like school - we actually laugh, share stories, and help each other. My confidence in speaking English has grown so much since I started attending."

Chen from China

Chen Wei

From China, here 6 months