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General English – Intensive

Stafford House International – London
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Course description

Our core General English class is an integrated skills class, covering reading, writing, speaking, listening, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary. Our focus is on developing students’ English skills for real
communication. Our General English programme is truly interactive and engaging. How much your English improves depends on how much you practise and study. Going to class, completing homework, doing private study, and taking part in our exciting social programme as much as possible will help you achieve your goals as quickly as possible, while having fun!

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
22 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025 and 01 Jan 2026

Stafford House London does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Break
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Morning session
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Lunch
12:20 PM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon session
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Afternoon session
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in London.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Our school is located in the heart of upmarket Bloomsbury, central London, with all the transport links to the rest of the capital you could ever need at your feet. Our historic building is full of character, light-filled, has an onsite canteen and is packed with the latest technology. Situated in between some of the world’s top universities, you’ll also find all the academic inspiration you need around you.

Number of classrooms
10

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Cambridge Exam Center
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Teachers with English teaching certification
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Stafford House International – London varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

Stafford House London does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
22 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025 and 01 Jan 2026

School location

Our school is located in the heart of upmarket Bloomsbury, central London, with all the transport links to the rest of the capital you could ever need at your feet. Our historic building is full of character, light-filled, has an onsite canteen and is packed with the latest technology. Situated in between some of the world’s top universities, you’ll also find all the academic inspiration you need around you.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
23 Oct 2023 - 3 Nov 2023
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Housing

Stafford House London offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay (Twin Room, B&B or SC)

S$ 431
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
S$ 431
Students wanting a more authentic and cultural experience can choose to stay in homestay accommodation while studying in London. Homestays allow for students to practise their English with their hosts outside of school, providing them with an insight into London life and culture. All of our hosts are carefully selected to ensure that our students have a safe and positive experience. All London homestay accommodation is provided by third party agencies.

Our homestays are located in Zones 3 & 4 and students can expect to travel for 35-55 minutes by public
transport. A supplement is available for homestay placement in Zone 2, however please note that this does not guarantee that travel time to school will be shorter. Our homestays are located within 10-15 minutes of the nearest station.

Homestay (Single Room, B&B or SC)

S$ 459
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 459
Students wanting a more authentic and cultural experience can choose to stay in homestay accommodation while studying in London. Homestays allow for students to practise their English with their hosts outside of school, providing them with an insight into London life and culture. All of our hosts are carefully selected to ensure that our students have a safe and positive experience. All London homestay accommodation is provided by third party agencies.

Our homestays are located in Zones 3 & 4 and students can expect to travel for 35-55 minutes by public
transport. A supplement is available for homestay placement in Zone 2, however please note that this does not guarantee that travel time to school will be shorter. Our homestays are located within 10-15 minutes of the nearest station.

Homestay (Twin Room, Half Board)

S$ 468
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
S$ 468
Students wanting a more authentic and cultural experience can choose to stay in homestay accommodation while studying in London. Homestays allow for students to practise their English with their hosts outside of school, providing them with an insight into London life and culture. All of our hosts are carefully selected to ensure that our students have a safe and positive experience. All London homestay accommodation is provided by third party agencies.

Our homestays are located in Zones 3 & 4 and students can expect to travel for 35-55 minutes by public
transport. A supplement is available for homestay placement in Zone 2, however please note that this does not guarantee that travel time to school will be shorter. Our homestays are located within 10-15 minutes of the nearest station.

Homestay (Single Room, Half Board)

S$ 495
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 495
Students wanting a more authentic and cultural experience can choose to stay in homestay accommodation while studying in London. Homestays allow for students to practise their English with their hosts outside of school, providing them with an insight into London life and culture. All of our hosts are carefully selected to ensure that our students have a safe and positive experience. All London homestay accommodation is provided by third party agencies.

Our homestays are located in Zones 3 & 4 and students can expect to travel for 35-55 minutes by public
transport. A supplement is available for homestay placement in Zone 2, however please note that this does not guarantee that travel time to school will be shorter. Our homestays are located within 10-15 minutes of the nearest station.

Superior Homestay (Single Room, B&B or SC)

S$ 560
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 560
Students wanting a more authentic and cultural experience can choose to stay in homestay accommodation while studying in London. Homestays allow for students to practise their English with their hosts outside of school, providing them with an insight into London life and culture. All of our hosts are carefully selected to ensure that our students have a safe and positive experience. All London homestay accommodation is provided by third party agencies.

Our homestays are located in Zones 3 & 4 and students can expect to travel for 35-55 minutes by public
transport. Our homestays are located within 10-15 minutes of the nearest station. Private bathroom included.

Superior Homestay (Single Room, Half Board)

S$ 596
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 596
Students wanting a more authentic and cultural experience can choose to stay in homestay accommodation while studying in London. Homestays allow for students to practise their English with their hosts outside of school, providing them with an insight into London life and culture. All of our hosts are carefully selected to ensure that our students have a safe and positive experience. All London homestay accommodation is provided by third party agencies.

Our homestays are located in Zones 3 & 4 and students can expect to travel for 35-55 minutes by public
transport. Our homestays are located within 10-15 minutes of the nearest station. Private bathroom included.
student-residence

Premium Residence Camden (Twin Studio, SC)

S$ 569
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 34 Chalk Farm Road, London NW1 8AJ, UK
Location: The Stay Club Camden
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 25 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
S$ 569
The Stay Club Camden offers offers secure, fully furnished studios in the heart of Camden. Purposefully designed to maintain a relaxed atmosphere and with modern and stylish interiors throughout, its central location boasts a quick 25-minute commute to the school and easy access to everything you may need during your time in London. Each private studio is furnished with double bed, desk and chair for studies, a fully equipped kitchenette, wet room with shower, toilet and basin, and plenty of hidden storage. The Stay Club features extensive communal facilities including a gym and café.

The Stay Club is located in the heart of Camden, home to the alternative scene in London. The area has cafés, shops, pubs and world-renowned music venues. The Camden Town station is in Zone 2 and a short 7-minute walk from The Stay Club. The school is a 25-minute journey door to door on bus 168 or by tube on the Northern and Piccadilly Lines.

Standard Residence (Single Room, SC)

S$ 670
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 158 High Road, London N15 4NU, UK
Location: Station Court Tottehham
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and free internet
Distance to school: 15 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 670
Station Court is a secure, modern, purpose-built student residence, recently refurbished to a high specification. The accommodation is made up of single en-suite bedrooms arranged in clusters of 6. Each cluster shares a fully fitted and newly renovated kitchen. Bedrooms have private bathroom and are furnished with a study desk, drawers and a chair. Station Court features a range of communal facilities and social spaces for quiet study and for hanging out with friends.

Station Court is in the North London area of Tottenham, with supermarkets, cafes and shops nearby, and less than five minutes’ walk from Seven Sisters London Underground station. From here, the Victoria Line takes you to the centre of London in under 15 minutes. This part of London is home to Tottenham Hotspur football club, and is close to the wide open spaces of the Lee Valley. Nearby Tottenham Hale station also connects you to London Stansted Airport in under an hour, ideal for holidays and trips back home.

Standard Summer Residence (Single Room, SC)

S$ 716
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 230 Goldhawk Road, London W12 9PL, UK
Location: Prince Consort Village
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 33 minutes by train or subway
Availability: 06 Jul 2025 - 16 Aug 2025
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 716
Our Prince Consort Village residence offers modern, high-spec, fully furnished en-suite rooms in a great West London location. Featuring a host of communal facilities including a free gym, games room and cinema room, the residence is only a 33-minute commute from the school by tube. This accommodation comprises single en-suite bedrooms arranged in clusters of 6. Each cluster shares a fully fitted kitchen. Bedrooms are en-suite with a double bed, study space, bathroom, and plenty of storage. All linen, towels and WiFi are supplied at no extra cost. London’s West End is just a short train ride away and both avenscourt Park and Westfield Shopping Centre are close by to the residence.

Premium Residence Camden (Single Studio, SC)

S$ 752
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 34 Chalk Farm Road, London NW1 8AJ, UK
Location: The Stay Club Camden
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 25 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 752
The Stay Club Camden offers offers secure, fully furnished studios in the heart of Camden. Purposefully designed to maintain a relaxed atmosphere and with modern and stylish interiors throughout, its central location boasts a quick 25-minute commute to the school and easy access to everything you may need during your time in London. Each private studio is furnished with double bed, desk and chair for studies, a fully equipped kitchenette, wet room with shower, toilet and basin, and plenty of hidden storage. The Stay Club features extensive communal facilities including a gym and café.

The Stay Club is located in the heart of Camden, home to the alternative scene in London. The area has cafés, shops, pubs and world-renowned music venues. The Camden Town station is in Zone 2 and a short 7-minute walk from The Stay Club. The school is a 25-minute journey door to door on bus 168 or by tube on the Northern and Piccadilly Lines.

Premium Residence West London (Single Studio, SC)

S$ 752
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 230 Goldhawk Road, London W12 9PL, UK
Location: Prince Consort Village
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 33 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 752
Our Prince Consort Village residence offers modern, high-spec, fully furnished studios in a great West London location. Featuring a host of communal facilities including a free gym, games room and cinema room, the residence is only a 33-minute commute from the school by tube. London’s West End is just a short train ride away and both Ravenscourt Park and Westfield Shopping Centre are close by to the residence. Each private studio is fully equipped with a double bed, study space, kitchenette, bathroom, and plenty of storage. All linen and towels, kitchen utensils, and Wi-Fi are supplied at no extra cost.

U18 Summer Residence (Twin Room, FB)

S$ 899
weekly
Age range: 16 - 17 years old
Address: 150 Southampton Row, London WC1B 5AL, UK
Location: Premier House
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 5 minutes by walk
Availability: 29 Jun 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 899
The elegant Southampton Row building is situated less than 5 minutes’ walk from the school and right in the heart of the Bloomsbury area of Central London. It has been totally refurbished and redesigned throughout to offer the best student accommodation in London. Centrally located and close to the school with modern cluster flats, students are placed in twin en-suite rooms. Shared social and common room spaces with TV and Wi-Fi facilities offer all our students a home from home feel. Residential staff together with 24-hour security staff on site offer the highest standard of care and welfare for our students. The nearest tube station is less than 5 minutes' walk away with easy links to central London.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from Stafford House London. Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 80 when you register.

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Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to London based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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