St Giles International
Family-run since 1955 โ UK, USA & Canada
Courses at St Giles International
Detailed breakdown of every English programme available โ including hours, levels and content.
General English
St Giles' flagship course covering speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary through communicative methodology. Max 12 per class โ one of the smallest class sizes in the industry. Regular progress tests, tutorials and end-of-course certificate.
Intensive English
General English plus additional afternoon sessions covering conversation, pronunciation, exam skills or business topics. Same small class sizes (max 12). Ideal for students who want rapid improvement.
IELTS Preparation
Dedicated IELTS training alongside General English. Covers all four papers with regular mock exams, score tracking and personalised feedback. Teachers with specialist IELTS qualifications.
Cambridge English (FCE / CAE)
Intensive preparation with fixed dates aligned to Cambridge exam sessions. Covers all five papers โ reading, writing, listening, speaking and use of English โ with authentic practice materials and detailed teacher feedback.
Business English
Develop professional communication skills through case studies, role-plays and real-world business materials. Covers meetings, presentations, negotiations, report writing and professional correspondence.
Platinum Course (Executive 1-to-1)
St Giles' premium offering: fully private tuition in a dedicated executive centre. Personalised curriculum designed around your professional needs โ from medical English to legal, finance or technology. Includes private study room, complimentary refreshments and business-class facilities. Available at London Central and Brighton.
University Preparation
Academic English programme preparing students for UK university study. Covers academic writing, presentations, research skills, critical thinking and IELTS preparation. St Giles offers guidance on university applications and personal statements.
Teacher Training (CELTA)
Cambridge CELTA โ the gold-standard initial teaching qualification. 120 hours of input sessions, 6 hours of observed teaching practice, and lesson planning. Qualifies you to teach English worldwide. Available at St Giles London Central.
Accreditations & certificates
British Council
Accredited for English language teaching in the UK since 1955.
English UK
National association of accredited English language centres.
ACCET (USA)
US Department of Education-recognised accreditation for the San Francisco campus.
Languages Canada
Quality assurance for the Vancouver campus.
Cambridge English Exam Centre
Authorised preparation centre for Cambridge FCE and CAE exams.
St Giles International campuses
UK campuses
International campuses
Our services โ beyond just the course
Study Abroad Gate doesn't just place you in a course โ we take care of your entire journey.
Flight booking
We find and book the best flights for your travel dates and budget โ including student fare discounts where available.
Airport pickup
A driver meets you at the airport and takes you directly to your accommodation โ no stress on day one in a new country.
Health insurance
Comprehensive medical and travel insurance that meets your destination's visa requirements โ covered from the moment you leave.
Accommodation
Homestay, student residence, or shared apartment โ we book your accommodation close to campus so you can focus on studying.