ELC Bristol

Established in 1969, this family run school is located in 2 fine oldbuildings close to the University in Clifton - the best area of town.

We have more than 20 teachers in our school. Every one of them is a native speaker and has a degree, professional qualifications and considerable experience. The school has a reputation for care and attention for each individual student.

"The teachers were all wonderful; they were so patient, motivating and helpful. They really cared about us." Chia-Ling Liang (Taiwan)

General English Course Includes grammar, pronunciation, listening, speaking, reading and writing. If your level is upper-intermediate or above, you can also choose an elective in Business English, Literature, British Life and Culture or Conversation on two afternoons per week.

Cambridge Examination Preparation Course Preparation for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), Certificate of Advanced English (CAE), First Certificate in English (FCE), and the Preliminary English Test (PET).

English Foundation Course (preparation for university entrance) Includes General English (mornings) and IELTS preparation on four afternoons per week.

Combination Course Includes the same conditions as the General English Course + students have an additional 6 hours per week private tuition.

• a minimum of 28 lessons per week (21 hours)

• daily homework

• 2 hours free conversation club (optional)

• 4 hours supervised self-study (optional).

Maximum class size: 12 Average class size: 10

Supervised Self Study: 3.45 - 4.45 pm (Study Centre remains open until 5.30pm)As there are students from so many different countries with different linguistic problems, each student is given an individual self-study plan by his/her class teacher. Work can include grammar reinforcement, listening and pronunciation practice, additional examination practice and so on.