Purley English Language College Courses
English as a foreign language
You are totally immersed in English from the moment you enter the classroom. Our tutors then use a variety of methods to engage and encourage you, adapting them to suit your learning needs. A typical class might involve role play or group work and include several tasks designed to reinforce and practice the spoken and written language in an interesting way. Most of our classes are theme-based, meaning that we plan the lesson around a topic such as, for example, 'Education' or 'Leisure' or 'Travel'. The students also explore the English way of life, its institutions, literature and history, where appropriate. Homework and self-study are expected and there are facilities in the College for this purpose including a collection of graded readers and other books and audio materials to help you in our Student Study Room.
The Courses and Examinations
On arrival at the College students are given a test to assess their level of English. Then they are placed in an appropriate class: Beginners, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate or an exam class. The exam classes prepare students for the University of Cambridge English exams - First Certificate, Advanced (CAE) and Proficiency (CPE), as well as Ielts.
These exams are widely recognised around the world. Please check with the College beforehand on the availability of any courses listed here.
For more information on our courses
General English & Exam Courses
English Day and Boarding Schools / Private Lessons
Junior Summer Programme
Foreign Language Courses and Tuition
Business Outreach Programme
GCSE and A Level Revision Courses
IELTS exam
IELTS exam every Saturday starts 6 September 2008
Special au pair discount
Au pairs are eligible for a 50% discount upon presentation of proof that they are working as an au pair in the UK.
Free course books
Free coursebooks to those paying in advance for 100 hours or more (on English language programmes).
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