English schools in London for French speakers

From Paris to Lyon to Brussels and Montréal, French speakers come to London year-round to improve their English. This guide compares the schools that work best for French speakers — with real prices, the neighbourhoods that suit you best, and an honest take on costs in 2026.

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What French speakers should look for in a London school

  • Nationality mix — French is one of the larger student groups, so check the school caps French students.
  • Pronunciation work on the 'h', the schwa, and English stress patterns (Romance speakers often share the same challenges).
  • Business English options if you're coming for a career switch or year abroad from your grande école.

Recommended schools for French speakers

Picked for nationality balance, course quality and value. Real prices from languagecourse.net.

Speak Up London
oxford street, London
★ 4.3

Conversation-first General English on Oxford Street.

From £252/wk View school →
Frances King School of English
kensington, London
★ 5.0

Focus on speaking skills in a prime Kensington location.

From £447/wk View school →
UK College of English
central, London
★ 4.4

Affordable General English and exam prep next to Liverpool Street.

From £309/wk View school →
St Giles International — Central
highgate, London
★ 4.5

Long-established with two London campuses and exam expertise.

From £424/wk View school →
Burlington School
balham, London
★ 4.6

High-quality English tuition plus a rich cultural programme.

From £281/wk View school →
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Frequently asked questions

Ai-je besoin d'un visa pour étudier l'anglais à Londres ? ▾

Depuis le Brexit, les Français ont besoin d'un visa pour étudier plus de 6 mois. Pour les cours courts (jusqu'à 6 mois), le Standard Visitor visa ou le Short-term Study visa suffisent. Au-delà, il faut le Student visa.

Combien coûte vraiment apprendre l'anglais à Londres ? ▾

Cours : à partir de £130/semaine (intensif dans des écoles comme Stafford House) jusqu'à £555/semaine (premium). Logement : £200-£500/semaine selon le quartier. Vie : £150-£250/semaine. Total réaliste : £500-£1.000/semaine tout compris.

Quel est le meilleur quartier pour les étudiants francophones ? ▾

South Kensington est historiquement le quartier français de Londres. Camden et Shoreditch attirent une foule plus jeune et internationale. Pour une vraie immersion en anglais, essayez Hackney, Wimbledon ou Islington — moins de francophones, plus de pratique.