The School
Avalon School is for adults 18+
All ages study at Avalon: from 18 – 89 years!
Why do students love Avalon?
Located next to London’s famous attractions and in the heart of Theatreland, you will love studying in this part of London. Covent Garden, Oxford Street and Soho are full of shops, bars and and restaurants. It’s a fashionable and dynamic place to hang out.
Quantum English is our biggest success and what makes us different from other schools. The classes focus on speaking, the most important part of communication. Students recommend Avalon to their friends, because unlike other teaching methods, they can feel their English improving quicker and have the confidence to speak English whatever their level.
Specialist Football Course
English + Football Training is an exciting new course for players aged 16+ who want to improve their skills and study English at the same time. Mornings are spent football training followed by English classes in the afternoon. Competitive matches, kit and trial sessions are included. Any level of football ability and English level is accepted. If you are a talented player you’ll have the opportunity to play in front of scouts searching for semi-professional and professional players. The football course is run by a UEFA ‘B’ football coach who works with Arsenal and a women’s university team.
Fun socialising together
Social Events are a big part of our student life. Not all adult colleges offer a full programme of social events but Avalon believes that having lots to do can really make a difference to your enjoyment of London. Our events programme includes; visits to museums and cultural attractions, parties in nightclubs, boat parties, pub nights, quizzes, trips outside of London and weekend trips to Paris and Amsterdam.
Avalon Academy Online
Our students enjoy free self-study materials from Avalon Academy. All Avalon students have a password to our online self-study site. Going to Film Club with one of our teachers? Download the film synopsis first. Going to a royal palace with our social events team? Download the history and quiz before you go. Preparing for an IELTS exam? Get extra tips and practice materials from the IELTS folder.
| KEY FACTS | Avalon School of English |
|---|---|
| Accreditation | British Council & English UK |
| Official exam centre | TOEIC: all 4 papers BULATS: Reading & Listening |
| Number of buildings | 2 (within a 4 minute walk) |
| Number of students | 160 (low-season) to 400 (high season) |
| Minimum age of students | 18 |
| Age range of students | 18 - 25 (45%), 26 - 39 (40%), 40 - 75 (15%) |
| Student nationalities | Brazil (18%), Spain (13%), Colombia (11%), Japan (8%), Italy (8%), France (8%), Turkey (7%), Korea (7%), other nationalities (20%) |
| Courses suitable for ages 55+ | Yes |
| Number of classrooms | 13 |
| Free wi-fi in both buildings | Yes |
| Number of computers for students to use | 14 |
| Student cafe | Yes |
| Weekend classes | Yes. 10-30 - 1.30 every Saturday morning |
| Evening classes | No. The last class finishes at 18.20. |
| Exam Preparation Courses | IELTS, TOEIC, Cambridge FCE |
| Business English | Yes, in the afternoons |
| Private Classes | Yes |
| End of course certificate | Yes |
| Accommodation | Student shared houses, large student residences and full-board or self-catering homestays. |
| Airport Transfers | Yes |
| Social activities | Lots of activities each week including; film club, parties, pub nights, museum and art gallery trips, tours to Paris and football matches. |
A school you can trust
Avalon School of English is a UKBA Highly Trusted Sponsor, licensed to accept Tier 4 visa students. We are also accredited by the British Council, a member of English UK and an authorised Test Centre for BULATS (Cambridge Business English) and TOEIC.
Young Learner Groups
Avalon School of English offers adult courses (18+). Special arrangements can be made for younger learners. Please email info@avalonschool.co.uk if you wish to enrol a group of younger learners.
