English Course
Essential General English — London
About this program
The Essential General English course offers a practical and cost-effective 17.5-hour-per-week study option. It focuses on building strong core communication skills, covering essential grammar, reading, and everyday conversational fluency. The course takes place in our historic school building in Wimbledon, London, providing access to all WSE learning resources, facilities, and the daily social programme. It is the perfect balance for students wishing to improve their English while keeping afternoons free for self-study or exploration.
Program snapshot
Pricing & Fees
Registration Fee: 60
Course Fees
Price Tiers
| Duration | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1–4 weeks | 383 GBP | Per week |
| 5–11 weeks | 361 GBP | Per week |
| 12–23 weeks | 334 GBP | Per week |
| 24–36 weeks | 315 GBP | Per week |
| 37–50 weeks | 315 GBP | Per week |
Additional Fees
Additional Fees
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Fees Include | 17.5 hours per week (mornings 09:00 - 13:00 Mon-Fri) of tuition, academic advice, university counselling, monthly one-to-one tutorials, personalised student card, school certificate of attendance, school-based social activities & selected sports/excursions, free Wi-Fi, and access to campus facilities (study centre, library, garden, student lounge, cafe). |
| Materials Fee | 1–3 weeks: £45 | 4–8 weeks: £55 | 9–12 weeks: £70 | 13–23 weeks: £85 | 24–35 weeks: £95 | 36 weeks and over: £110 |
Accommodation Options
Accommodation Options
| Option | Board | Weekly Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestay Single Room | Half-Board | £275 | Standard Zone 5&6: £255, Plus: £325, Superior: £365. Special diet fee: £50 p/w. Christmas stay: £80 p/w. First-week supplement £60. |
| Queen's Lodge (Superior Student House) | Self-Catering | £425 | Single room private bathroom: £400, Large room ensuite: £450. Walking distance. Refundable breakage deposit: £300. First-week supplement £60. |
| King's Lodge (Superior Student House) | Self-Catering | £400 | Large room ensuite: £450, Twin room ensuite: £315 per student. Walking distance. Refundable breakage deposit: £300. First-week supplement £60. |
| Beverley Lodge (Standard Plus Student House) | Self-Catering | £330 | Large room ensuite: £360. Cleaning 3 days/week. Refundable breakage deposit: £300. First-week supplement £60. |
| Justin James Serviced Rooms | Self-Catering | £430 | Large room ensuite: £460, Twin/Double room ensuite: £325. Min stay 2 weeks. Right next to the school. Weekly cleaning. First-week supplement £60. |
Supplements & Surcharges
Supplements
| Supplement | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Special Diet Supplement | £50 p/w | Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan |
| Christmas Holiday Stay | £80 p/w | Surcharge per week over the 2-week Christmas holidays |
| First-Week Accommodation Booking Fee | £60 | Applied to the first week of all housing bookings |
| Travel Insurance | £7 | Comprehensive travel insurance arranged on request |
Registration Fee: £60
Airport Transfers
Airport Transfers
| Airport / Station | Single Price | Return Price |
|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow | £180 | £325 |
| London Gatwick | £210 | £380 |
| London City | £190 | £340 |
| London Luton | £250 | £450 |
| London Stansted | £300 | £540 |
| St Pancras International Train Station | £175 | £315 |
Note: Return transfers must be booked at the time of initial booking. Public holiday travel surcharge: £60. Additional passenger single: £60, return: £110. Assisted check-in: £60.
Practical Information
Tuition Details
Tuition Info
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Teaching Hour Duration | 60 minutes (Full Clock Hour) |
| Max Class Size | 14 students (16 in July & August) |