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Intensive English Course (General and Conversational English))

School of Language International
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Course description

Our best English course for adults in Singapore teach you all the way to speak English fluently. Learn all English skills with our qualified teachers in small groups, the best English classes for adults in Singapore. Be it basic, elementary, intermediate or advanced English level, we always have an English course in Singapore for you.

The good news is that we have been rated one of the best English schools in Singapore by our valued customers.

Our English courses in Singapore improve your level and maximise your ability to use English and speak English confidently. With our most popular English course, you can learn English effectively in a small group size (3 to 10 learners per class).

Flexible starting date, so you can join any ongoing English classes or our new term.

Practical General English (3 hours per lesson, 3 lessons per week) will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. See your confidence improve as we train you in all four communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing. This English course is for adults (>16 years old).

Reasons to learn this English Course
Your level is between Beginner and Advanced level & you wish to have a flexible starting date.

Boost your English grammar, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Improve your English level faster and effectively while gaining confidence.

Develop your fluency in everyday contexts.

Available in both day-time and evening-time.

Available : English courses available all year in Singapore
Lesson Length : 2-3 hours (10 mins break in between)
Frequency : Two to three times a week
Length : Minimum 4 weeks
Level : Beginner to Advanced
Starts : Every Monday (Flexible starting date)

Reasons to choose this intensive English course

— You have the energy and time to learn English from Monday to Friday

— Improve your English grammar, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing

— Your English level quickly will grow while you gain confidence

— Develop your fluency in everyday contexts

Features of this English course
Best reviewed English course for Adults in Singapore
Improve your English speaking, vocabulary and grammar skills at SLI in Singapore!

Creative classes
It is clear to see how passionate our teachers are about their lessons and their student’s personal development. Their enthusiasm and professionalism will help you to open up to language learning, progress quickly and focus on your areas for improvement. Our native speaker teachers create dynamic and motivating classes, designed to activate and build upon your strengths, whilst also giving focused attention to your areas for improvement.

Learn by doing
We believe that the best way to learn is to be engaged in discussion and to take part in lessons. This method of experiential learning allows you to take in knowledge from your active experiences in class. In other words, there will not be a moment when you are not directly involved in the lesson.

The best support
There will be only 3 to 10 students a class, which ensures our team of well qualified teachers to give you the best support and attention during each class.

Effective learning
Your teachers are trained to deliver constant support and feedback within a relaxed and informal environment. Their care and encouragement will build your confidence as you progress. Learn practical and functioning English.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-4 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (except for beginners)
Classes per week
13 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

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 Singapore.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 10 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

The School of Language International (SLI) is a vibrant language centre which provides a serious and professional – but also enjoyable and fun! – learning environment.

Here you will have the opportunity to learn a new language while experiencing the delights of an exciting and cosmopolitan city – Singapore!

Lessons are conducted online or offline by qualified and experienced language teachers who hail from countries all over the world.

In terms of teaching staff and materials, we offer you the best – so that you will get the most value and benefit from your time with us.

Quality teachers
Our expert teachers hail from a variety of countries, including the UK, the US, South Africa, Canada and China. Though coming from different places, they all share the same passion for languages and an enthusiasm for teaching and learning.

This passion and enthusiasm are combined in our commitment to excellence and professionalism.

And this means that you can count on us for a unique learning experience – one which is not only rigorous but also fun and enjoyable!

Quality teaching
Our experienced and qualified teachers employ modern and effective teaching methods to deliver well-planned and enjoyable lessons adapted to all proficiency levels. We also limit class sizes in order to maximize interaction during lessons. This not only allows students to practise the target language in class but also motivates them to use it in their daily life. Our approach is aimed at achieving concrete results, making communication the priority.

Last but not least, our courses are flexible and can be tailor-made online or offline according to your needs & preference.

SLI is an established but dynamic and growing language school – a place with passion, personality and professionalism.

So join us – today.

Year opened
2015
Number of classrooms
6

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Wheelchair access
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at School of Language International varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

SLI 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
None

School location

School of Language International in Singapore is located in the heart of the Business and Historic District at the very centre of the city. It is close to the Merlion Park, Sentosa, Universal Studio, many national museums, and is also a multicultural area with international dining. The school's excellent location means you are never more than a short walk away from all the major attractions in Singapore.

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reviews

Reviews

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based on 7 reviews
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"An excellent language vacation"

Vadim Samokhin, student from Afghanistan

I studied for 2 weeks only, but I liked it very much. Our teacher was Sam, and he made really interesting lessons. He offered several topics for discussion between students with new lexics to study. I think this is a perfect way to spend 2 weeks language vacation.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
4 Nov 2024 - 15 Nov 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Professional"

Noa Vu, student from UK

The venue is clean and nice, the teacher is professional. However, it was quite hard to find the plaza. The classroom is a bit small.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
3 Jul 2023 - 28 Jul 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"This course was helpful for me"

Tatiana Tebekina, student from Russia

I liked the teachers and the friendly atmosphere in the classroom

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
3 Jul 2023 - 21 Jul 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Jennifer Cao, Course Manager at School of Language International responded to this review.
10 August 2023

Dear Tatiana,

Just wanted to let you know how much your review means to us here at School of Language International. We do all we can to provide our customers with the best learning experience, and it always makes our day when a customer appreciates it. Thanks again, and we hope to make your next visit just as positive. Have an amazing day!

Best regards,
SLI team

"Rewarding expérience"

Melanie-Anne Wiame, student from Belgium

I would have liked the conversation classes to be more structured and more large group conversations. the grammar lessons were very constructive and very good pedagogy. classes are a bit small and sometimes windowless.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
11 Jul 2022 - 5 Aug 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Jennifer Cao, Course Manager at School of Language International responded to this review.
10 August 2023

Dear Melanie,

Thank you for sharing your positive feedback.

We have carefully designed our English lessons to be interesting and diverse, ensuring that students can engage in meaningful conversations while exploring various topics. We understand the importance of practical communication skills and strive to build confidence in our students, enabling them to effectively express themselves in English.

Thank you so much for your kind support and looking forward to meeting you again at Singapore SLI!

Best regards,
SLI team

"Great Location with friendly staff"

Benedict Gehe, student from Germany

I really enjoyed my Time the school, the teacher were great and the topics we covered were everyday topics which were useful to learn. The relation between Students and Teacher as well as the relations between the students were great.

The school is located at the International Plaza in the heart of Singapore it is easily accessible via Bus, Taxi or MRT which all have their own stops/stations right next to the Main Entrance which makes using public transport really convenient.

Because I only had classes in the morning I often ate lunch with classmates after class at the food courts or Restaurants in the area which sell all kind of cuisines.

I really enjoyed my time at SLI and i hope I am able to visit Singapore again.

Thank you!

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
11 Jul 2022 - 22 Jul 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Jennifer Cao, Course Manager at School of Language International responded to this review.
10 August 2023

Dear Benedict,

Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your English learning experience with us and our colleagues will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Thank you for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again.

Best regards,
SLI team

"10/10"

Suyeon Kim

I've had a great experience with School of Language International and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn English. I took a conversational speaking class for about a year and all the teachers I has were very patient and knowledgeable. They always encourage students to have confidence and speak more which helped me to improve my speaking skills a lot.

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My ratings for this school

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Housing
Duration of study
52 weeks
Date of study
7 Oct 2019 - 5 Oct 2020
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
Jennifer Cao, Course Manager at School of Language International responded to this review.
10 August 2023

Dear Suyeon,

We’re so happy to hear you had a great experience at School of Language International. Your review made our day! Our whole team works very hard to keep our customers happy, but we can only do it thanks to amazing customers like you. Thanks again, and we hope to serve you again soon.

Best regards,
SLI team

"Great school with great teachers"

Velden Yap

The school is conveniently located right next to the tanjong pagar mrt station, and only takes me a few minutes to travel there. The staff were friendly and helpful, providing me with snacks and coffee. My teacher was very nice and friendly, helping me with words I didn't know and helped me improve my english speaking and writing.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
6 weeks
Date of study
24 Feb 2020 - 7 Apr 2020
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
Jennifer, Manager at School of Language International responded to this review.
16 October 2020

Thanks so much for your positive feedback. We are glad that you have had a joyful learning experience with us in Singapore.

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Housing

SLI offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast

S$ 990
weekly
Age range: 12 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Singapore
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, air conditioning, garden, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 990
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English & Chinese Languages in Singapore. These homes are often between 5-15 minutes away from the school by foot. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Students must be 12 years old and older.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast

S$ 1,050
weekly
Age range: 12 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Singapore
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, free internet, air conditioning, garden, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 1,050
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English & Chinese Languages in Singapore. These homes are often between 5-15 minutes away from the school by foot. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Students must be 12 years old and older.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. The school is also not authorized to issue documents to support your visa application. If you need a visa, you have to apply for a visitor or tourist visa on your own.

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 Singapore 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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