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I barely speak any English and I'm nervous about being put in a class with advanced students. Are there schools that are good for real beginners?
I learn much better in small classes where I can actually speak. Which London schools keep class sizes small?
Central London schools cost more per week. Is the location really worth it, or is a school in Zone 2–3 just as good?
I want to do a short English course. Do I need a visa, or can I come as a visitor?
Some schools look cheap and I'm worried they aren't legitimate. How can I check a school is properly accredited before I pay?
I need to cover some of my living costs. Am I allowed to work part-time on a study visa, and how many hours?
I'm 43 and I don't want to study in a class full of teenagers. Which schools are good for older adult learners?
My first application was rejected. Is it possible to apply again for an English course, and what should I do differently?
I have about 3 months in London and I want to improve as fast as possible. Is an intensive course worth the extra cost?
I'm confused about how long a short-term study visa lets me stay for an English course. Can anyone explain?
I'm 38 and want to study English in London but I don't want to share a classroom with 18-year-olds doing their gap year.
I'll be in London for 6 months. UK banks ask for proof of address which I don't have yet. What works?
Tube every day adds up. Is the monthly pass worth it? Is cycling realistic? Are buses good?
I'm worried I'll spend 3 months in my room. How do international students actually meet people in London?
First time abroad. Schools sell homestays. SpareRoom has shared flats. Which is better?
I'm seeing wildly different numbers online. What does it actually cost to live in London as a student per month, in 2026?
Has Brexit changed things for EU students coming to learn English short-term?
I want to do a 6-month intensive course. Can I get a part-time job to cover food and rent?
I see both options on every school's page. Which one applies when?
I'm Brazilian. Coming for a 12-week intensive English course. Do I need to apply for a Student visa in advance or can I just enter on tourist?
My daughter is 14 and wants to do a 3-week summer camp in London. £4,000+ for 3 weeks. Is the learning real or is it just a holiday in disguise?
I'm Italian. I've heard some schools are 30%+ Italian which means everyone speaks Italian during break. Should I avoid those?
Some cheaper schools aren't British Council accredited. Is it a real quality signal or just marketing?
I'm coming for 8 weeks. Schools offer Standard (15h/week) and Intensive (25-30h/week). Big price difference. Is the intensive really worth it?
I have 6 weeks and a budget of around £4,000 for tuition + accommodation. I want intensive English (B1 → B2) and a city-centre vibe. Which of these three would you pick and why?
I need band 7 for university. Which schools actually prepare you well for IELTS and how long does it take?
Banks ask for proof of address that I don't have yet as a new arrival. What actually works for opening an account?
An immersion programme like that will probably give you a leg up in fluency, listening skills, a boost in pronunciation and a hint of everyday vocabulary.
I've been considering doing something a bit drastic: spending a year in an English-speaking country and fully immersing myself in the language, ...
Find social groups that are with non korean speaking people and that force you to speak to people. And then make yourself talk to people.
Hello, I'm trying to learn English. I'm looking for a conversation partner to learn and practice speaking (A1-A2).
I used to study in London for one year and now work in an international company. I sometimes feel I am weak on speaking ( I am ok with reading
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Hey! I'm a 24 years old guy from Belarus. I'm looking for native or fluent English speakers to help me with the language.
Mine has to be the natural history museum!
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Handle essentials first: apply for your visa early, open a UK bank account immediately upon arrival, get a UK phone plan, and grab a 16-25 ...
I'm an American college student heading to study abroad at London Metropolitan University this coming year (starting September 2026).
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I get £100 a week with rent and tuition paid for - do you think that is enough to live on? I am asking because I also have about £10,000 ...
Tuition is 24000£. How much should I realistically budget for accommodations, weekend trips & regular groceries? The research I've done is ...
As the title says, I'd like an approximate amount of money I should save for daily expenses in London. This excludes costs like my school ...
I averaged mine from last year and I was spending £511 a month but I gave myself a little extra so I can save a bit too so I could spend more on ...
In which parts of London can I expect to find a studio for £1800 a month? For reference, I will be going to Imperial College and I'm aware that ...
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I spend around 400 pounds a month without rent. Is that a lot? I mostly live off home cooked food and meal deals or corner shop food when I wanna treat myself.
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