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St Giles International

Family-run since 1955 — UK, USA & Canada

1955
Founded
5
UK schools
3
Countries
70+
Years of teaching
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Courses at St Giles International

Detailed breakdown of every English programme available — including hours, levels and content.

Most popular

General English

20 lessons/week (16 hrs 40 min)All levelsStart any Monday

St Giles' flagship course covering speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary through communicative methodology. Max 12 per class — one of the smallest class sizes in the industry. Regular progress tests, tutorials and end-of-course certificate.

Intensive

Intensive English

28 lessons/week (23 hrs 20 min)All levelsStart any Monday

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.

Exam prep

IELTS Preparation

28 lessons/weekMin. B1 levelStart any Monday

Dedicated IELTS training alongside General English. Covers all four papers with regular mock exams, score tracking and personalised feedback. Teachers with specialist IELTS qualifications.

Exam prep

Cambridge English (FCE / CAE)

28 lessons/week4–12 weeksMin. B2 level

Intensive preparation with fixed dates aligned to Cambridge exam sessions. Covers all five papers — reading, writing, listening, speaking and use of English — with authentic practice materials and detailed teacher feedback.

Professional

Business English

28 lessons/weekMin. B2 levelStart any Monday

Develop professional communication skills through case studies, role-plays and real-world business materials. Covers meetings, presentations, negotiations, report writing and professional correspondence.

Premium

Platinum Course (Executive 1-to-1)

15–35 private lessons/weekAll levelsStart any Monday

St Giles' premium offering: fully private tuition in a dedicated executive centre. Personalised curriculum designed around your professional needs — from medical English to legal, finance or technology. Includes private study room, complimentary refreshments and business-class facilities. Available at London Central and Brighton.

Pathway

University Preparation

28 lessons/weekMin. B1 level8–12 weeks

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.

Teaching

Teacher Training (CELTA)

Full-time4 weeksMin. C1 level

Cambridge CELTA — 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.

Quality guaranteed

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.

Where to study

St Giles International campuses

UK campuses

London Central
London Highgate
Brighton
Eastbourne
Cambridge

International campuses

San Francisco, USA
Vancouver, Canada
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A driver meets you at the airport and takes you directly to your accommodation — no stress on day one in a new country.

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Health insurance

Comprehensive medical and travel insurance that meets your destination's visa requirements — covered from the moment you leave.

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Homestay, student residence, or shared apartment — we book your accommodation close to campus so you can focus on studying.

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