Burlington School
Burlington School opened in London in 1990, and since then we have provided English language courses to students from across the world. Our curriculum uses a communicative approach to learning English which helps our students live, work and study in the modern global environment.
We aim:
- to provide good value English courses and an enjoyable learning experience in London.
- to provide quality English courses that meet the needs of all students.
- to provide courses that promote communication and understanding between students from all backgrounds and cultures.
- to give our students the skills to continue learning and developing their language and communicative skills outside the classroom.
General English
Our General English courses are designed for people who want to learn English for work, study or pleasure. We have students of all ages, from 16 upwards, from all over the world. The classes focus on all aspects of the language, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students can add to these lessons in the elective classes. These classes build on the language from the main sessions, with a focus on communication and practical skills. All our lessons give students the opportunity to learn and use English in realistic situations, and our teachers give regular homework to help you practice.
COURSE CONTENT
The classes use a range of methodologies and activities to help students learn and use the language. The classes use a set course book, and these are supplemented with authentic materials, video and interactive technology. There are regular progress tests and tutorials, which helps the teachers identify students’ strengths and weakness, and allows the students to check their progress in English.
OUTCOMES
Students who successfully complete our General English course...
- Are more confident in their use of English
- Can understand people speaking English in a range of situations
- Can use English in a range of situations
- Are able to use their knowledge and skills to continue improving their English.
Ielts Test Preparation
Our IELTS Preparation courses are for people with a good level of English who want to make further progress in the language whilst preparing for the IELTS test, for work, study or immigration. At Burlington School, we have been preparing our students for the IELTS test for many years, and we have an in-depth knowledge of needs of candidates and the demands of the test. Our IELTS Preparation course is designed to meet these needs. We believe there are three main areas that students should work on when preparing for any test: overall language improvement, specific exam-related language improvement (this includes the grammar and vocabulary that the exam focuses on, as well as study skills and exam skills), and authentic exam practice.
COURSE CONTENT
The classes have an integrated approach to the IELTS test, and include work on language and skills, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students can add to these lessons in the elective classes. These classes build on the work covered in the main classes, focussing on specific sections of the test as well as overall fluency.
The classes use a range of methodologies and activities to help students learn and use the language. The classes use a set coursebook, and these are supplemented with authentic materials, video and interactive technology. Every two weeks there is a full practice test in class, which helps the teachers identify students’ strengths and weaknesses, and allows the students to check their progress and to give students authentic practice under exam conditions.
OUTCOMES
Students who successfully complete our IELTS Preparation course…
- Are more confident in their use of English.
- Have a good understanding of the skills and language required for the test.
- Can use their language to the best of their ability to satisfy the demands of the test.
- Have a good foundation of the skills required for study in an English speaking environment
Cambridge English Exam Preparation
Our Cambridge English Exam Preparation courses are designed for people who want to take an internationally-recognized Cambridge Examination, such as the First or Advanced, whether for study, work or pleasure. Cambridge English exams are accepted by over 20,000 universities, employers and governments around the world as proof of your level of English. At Burlington School, we have been preparing our students for the Cambridge Examinations for many years, and we have an in-depth knowledge of needs of candidates and the demands of the test. Our Cambridge Examination Preparation courses are designed to meet these needs.
COURSE CONTENT
We believe there are three main areas that students should work on when preparing for any test: overall language improvement, specific exam-related language improvement (this includes the grammar and vocabulary that the exam focuses on, as well as study skills and exam skills), and authentic exam practice. The classes focus on all aspects of the language in the context of the exam, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students can add to these lessons in the elective classes.
These classes build on the work covered in the main classes, focusing on specific sections of the exam as well as overall fluency. The classes use a range of methodologies and activities to help students learn and use the language. The classes use a set coursebook, and these are supplemented with authentic materials, video and interactive technology. There are regular practice tests in class, which helps the teachers identify students’ strengths and weaknesses, and allows the students to check their progress and to give students authentic practise under exam conditions.
Business English
Burlington School has an excellent reputation for delivering courses in Professional English, and we provide training to companies and individuals from all over the world. Our Business English courses are specially designed to meet the needs of the modern working environment. Our Business English courses are designed for people who want to improve their English in a business or corporate context. They are suitable for experienced professionals, people preparing for their first job in an English-speaking environment, students pre-paring for business-related courses and people who want to improve their career prospects.
COURSE CONTENT:
All our lessons give students the opportunity to learn and use English in realistic situations, and our teachers give regular homework to help them practice. The classes focus on all aspects of the language in a professional context, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students can add to these lessons in the elective classes. These classes build on the work covered in the main classes, focussing on communication and practical workplace skills.
Skills covered in the classes include:
- Formal and informal discussions with colleagues
- Talking with confidence on the telephone
- Writing accurate, natural reports, letters and emails
- Studying specialist vocabulary
- Are more confident in their use of English.
- Are better able to communicate effectively and spontaneously with others in the workplace.
- Are able to work and socialise in a cross-cultural environment.
- Can participate in discussions relating to working in an international environment.
- Are closer to achieving their career goals.
- Cambridge English: Business (BEC)
- TOEIC
- BULATS
English For Specific Purposes
Our English for Specific Purposes courses are designed for people who want to improve their English in the context of their profession or area of study. They are suitable for experienced professionals, people preparing for their first job in an English-speaking environment, students preparing for related courses and people who want to improve their career prospects.
We offer courses in the following:
- English for Finance
- English for Human Resources
- English for Law
- English for Marketing
- English for Medicine
- English for the Oil and Gas Industry
- English for Teachers
- English for Tourism
English For Work
Burlington School has an excellent reputation for delivering courses in Professional English, and we provide training to companies and individuals from all over the world. Our English for Work courses are specially designed to meet the needs of the modern working environment. Our Business English courses are designed for people who want to improve their English and gain valuable experience in an English-Speaking workplace. They are suitable for experienced professionals, people preparing for their first job in an English-speaking environment, students preparing for business-related courses and people who want to improve their career prospects.
Course Content:
There are 2 components to our English for Work courses:
- General English, Business English, IELTS Test Preparation or Cambridge English Exam Preparation classes at Burlington School
- Professional training in a work-based environment in London.
- Optional work experience in London (students from the EEA or Switzerland only)
- Secretarial and Administration
- Information technology
- Web Design and Development
- Social media marketing
- Marketing and sales
- Human resources
- Event management
- Education
1-1 And Small Group Courses
Our 1-1 and Small Group courses are for individuals or small groups who have specific goals and needs, or who want to make particularly rapid progress in English. Courses can be taken on their own, or in combination with one of our standard or online courses. The lessons are designed to work on any areas of weakness you have, and to enable you to make rapid progress in the language. They will help students develop confidence and fluency in their use of English.
DETAILS
Our 1-1 courses are designed to meet your individual needs, and help you achieve your goals and develop the language that you need for work, study or leisure. Our Small Group Courses are designed for groups of 2, 3 or 4 students with the same level of English who have similar needs and goals in English. We can offer courses in General English, Exam Preparation, Business English or English for Specific Purposes - in fact, anything you want. We can also offer classes in specific subjects taught in English using a Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach.
Courses For Young Learners
The Burlington School of English runs 4 exciting young learner programmes throughout the year, for students aged between 7 - 14 years old (Juniors), 14 - 17 year old (Teens), in London.
HOMESTAY
Homestay accommodation is the cheapest option for staying in London. It gives you the chance to experience life in a British home. Homestay providers treat the student as a full member of the household, eating together and sharing living areas. No more than four students stay in a homestay at any one time.
- Homestay Standard
Our Homestay Standard provides accommodation in quiet residential areas of London with easy travel to the school and to Central London.
Burlington School’s Homestay providers may be organized by the school directly, or by a third-party accommodation agency.
- Homestay Plus
Our Homestay Plus provides accommodation in quiet residential areas of Inner London with quick and easy travel to the school and to Central London.
- Homestay Executive
Our Homestay Executive provides accommodation in large rooms in popular residential areas of Inner London with quick and easy travel to the school and to Central London.
RESIDENCES
- On-site School Residence
Our new multimillion-pound centre, complete with all new state-of-the-art facilities, updated in-classroom interactive technology and over 80 on-site residential beds, is nestled in a popular and well-connected South London neighbourhood which offers excellent transport links as well as the green space and “local community” feel that our students have come to know and love.
As always, our students are offered the full package: a true community space where they can eat, sleep, socialise and study – all under one roof – as well as get to know the city in greater depth through authentic interaction with the surrounding area, shared by a diverse population of Londoners and a range of vibrant local businesses.
- Wandsworth Bridge Road
Our Wandsworth Bridge Road Apartment offers a modern design residence with high quality bedrooms in zone 2.
Facilities and amenities include:
- large comfortable beds
- choice of en suite or shared bathroom
- fitted kitchen
- free WiFi, on-site laundry facilities
The residence is located close to the shops and restaurants of Fulham and Chelsea Harbour. There are shops and cafes just outside the apartment. The apartment is just 15 minutes’ walk from the school. The apartment is just 10 minutes’ walk to the River Thames. The nearest stations are Parsons Green (District Line) and Imperial Wharf (London Overground and National Rail), and there is a bus stop outside the front door.