Central Language School Cambridge
 

Course Information

 

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Central Language School offers courses in General English, Intensive English and Part Time Study. Information on each of these courses can be found using the menu on the right.

What time of the year should I study?

We welcome students all year round and the only time we are closed is for two weeks at Christmas.

  • Summer courses – June/July/August
    This is when we have higher student numbers and each class may have up to ten students. Summer has the best weather in Cambridge, often with a lot of sun and little rain! You can enjoy many social activities after class, in the afternoons and evenings. Summer is when more younger students (16–18 years) study at the school, though we have older students too.
  • Spring/Winter/Autumn
    If you like to be in a very small class (between five and seven students) come at these times. There are still many social activities, which are usually indoors.

Your Course and your Timetable

You can choose a course of 15 hours or 20 hours per week. Lessons are every morning from Monday to Friday, 09:30 until 13:00 with a coffee-break at 11am. If you choose the 20-hour course there are also classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. This course includes exam preparation. There are other afternoon activities for students of both courses designed to give extra practice, especially in spoken English.

Course Length

You can start on any Monday (except public holidays) for a minimum of one week. Most students study 4–12 weeks. Some students study for up to one year. We can advise you on the length of course needed to achieve particular goals.

Your Class

The maximum class size is ten, but often there are between five and seven students per class. You will be placed in a group of students according to your grammar level, speaking experience and your personal aims. You will study English through different topic areas and the emphasis is on oral communication. This often involves pair-work and participating in discussions and role-play. You will have the opportunity to activate and consolidate your knowledge of grammar and extend your vocabulary.