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EC EnglishBristol, England UK

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

16 students - overall rating
63 Queen Square - BS1 4JZ Bristol - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Free educational workshops.
  • Welcome event in the city for new students.
  • TOP 8% highest inspection scores among all UK schools in British Council inspection (Gazette 2021/2022).
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 7%
18-24 years 61%
25-34 years 22%
35-50 years 9%
>50 years 1%
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.

Location: EC English Bristol is located within the city of Bristol, in the south-west of England. The school is housed over three floors, in the city centre's Queen Square and has modern and spacious facilities. Surrounding EC English Bristol there are restaurants, eateries, supermarkets and local attractions such as the Old Vic Theatre, the Bristol Cathedral, St Nicholas Market, Bristol Aquarium and Castle Park. The school is very well placed and experienced to offer students a fantastic time in Bristol whilst they reach their language goals. Bristol Airport is within a 35-minute train ride of the school, ensuring that all international arrivals and departures can be made with ease.

School facilities: The facilities within EC Bristol are of an excellent standard, offering everything a student may need to feel comfortable and motivated inside and outside of the classrooms. The school's facilities include a library, a lounge area and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment with most classrooms having electronic whiteboards.

Accommodation: EC Bristol can assist with accommodation in various Homestay and Residence facilities local to the school. Meal plans and double room facilities for students travelling together are also available.

What makes the school special: EC English has a number of interesting extras included with the course: Free Access to Microsoft Office for the duration of the course; Orange Carpet Experience; Sunday Welcome Activity; extra language workshops and activities and access to MyEC from booking.

School chain: EC English Schools are all part of the larger group of EC Holdings Ltd. As a group, they have pushed boundaries within English tuition, for all levels and age groups, for many years. The group consists of multiple schools, spread throughout locations such as the USA, UK, Ireland, Canada, Malta and South Africa.

The "EC Promise" is true throughout all EC locations, promising students that their English level will improve if they follow the 3 steps of attendance, homework and participation. The group ensures that all students will receive a friendly atmosphere to learn in, high-quality tuition and care, a varied social programme to accompany their learning, and appropriate facilities to reach their language goals.

English Courses

General Language
Work & Study
Business
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress

Our prices for EC English include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week

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Student opinions about EC English, Bristol

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Overall school rating of
EC English, Bristol
16 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Social activities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Organisation
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.6 

Rating: 3.6/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (2 ratings)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (5 ratings)
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Students 31-49 years (3 ratings)
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Students 50+ years (6 ratings)
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
School with efficient, modern teaching (your course is personalized and you have a QR code with all the course notes so you can focus on what's going on in the classroom). The teachers are good listeners. I appreciated their dynamism. And a real ++ for Ian Waston.
Disliked
Accommodation. The host was a disaster. We saw him less than an hour in a week. Always in front of the TV. Couch potato!
Review details
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 8. May. 2023 by Carole PIMENTA
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers were open to questions, taught the lessons effectively and used various methods. There were lots of chances to talk- individually, in pair work and in class.
Insider tip: A matinee of a musical at the Hippodrome, a ferry ride with the blue- yellow one for 80 min- good value for the price, the M Shed museum and more...
Review details
Other comments There was always a helpful staff member or a receptionist around if you wanted to ask questions.
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Review date: 24. Oct. 2016 by Manuela Meissner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The international mix of students, as well as the changes of teachers during the week and depending on the program.
Review details
Other comments I can not make more comments because I was staying with a friend and stayed with her at night.
Course: Intensive English 24 lessons (bank holiday 26/08) - 1 week
Review date: 11. Sep. 2013 by Lysa .meynieu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The classes were very pleasant, the teachers made an effort to make you see your mistakes and correct them.
Review details
Course: Intensive English [Inglés] - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jul. 2018 by Marta Argudo Ortiz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Management and teachers are very understanding and friendly.
Insider tip: See Bristole which is a beautiful city
Review details
Course: IELTS Preparation Course - 13 weeks
Review date: 24. May. 2016 by Mouad El Khiam
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teachers and the activities in the evening.
Review details
Other comments The school and the city are absolutely lovely.
Course: General English short course 1- 7 weeks - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Jul. 2012 by Claudia Hervás Arman
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Wonderful, energetic, friendly teachers
Review details
Course: Intensive English - 3 weeks
Review date: 23. Aug. 2016 by Beatrice Barbon
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teaching and quality of teachers
Insider tip: There are many things to see and many free museums to visit
Review details
Other comments well located, good staff
Course: General English short course 1- 7 weeks - 3 weeks
Review date: 11. Jun. 2012 by Jocelyn Straub
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Punctuality Availability of teachers
Review details
Course: General English  - 1 week
Review date: 15. May. 2015 by André Anchelin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers and the organisation
Review details
Other comments the location is wonderful
Course: Intensive English - 4 weeks
Review date: 31. Aug. 2015 by Beatrice Barbon
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
People we meet and teachers
Review details
Course: Intensive English - 3 weeks
Review date: 31. Aug. 2015 by Lysa Meynieu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The school´s location.
Insider tip: It is not worth the money! Take an intensive course (Business).
Review details
Other comments Few lessons. Plenty of free time left.
Course: Intensive English - 3 weeks
Review date: 8. Sep. 2015 by Rushana Ibragimova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of EC English compared to ratings of all schools in England UK

 EC English BristolAverage of all other schools in England UK
Overall school rating4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared flat3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

EC English (EC)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOBritish councilEnglish UKYoung Learners English UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:15
Student gender mix
55% male / 45% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at EC English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2011
Legal name/parent company
EC English Holdings Ltd. | Tax registration ID: GB230781424

General school facilities

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Movie rental

  • Lounge

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Guidance for further higher education (free)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 9
    • Number of public PC workstations: 14

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 160
Throughout the year: 70
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 9
Adult courses Throughout the year: 9
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 26 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Saudi Arabia 24%
Spain 9%
Italy 9%
Switzerland 8%
Korea 8%
Other nationalities 42%

Information for all courses offered by EC English

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
55.00 £
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 7 £ per week.
Comments about courses

Double Banking: Lessons alternate between morning and afternoon sessions on a daily basis.

High Season fee not applicable to bookings longer than 12 weeks.

Students under 18 must book homestay, a return airport transfer and provide a parental consent form. Minors traveling with parents are exempt from these requirements.

Not included in the price:

  • Bank transfer fee: GBP 18.

  • Student insurance: GBP 10 per week. (Only applicable up to age 69).

  • Course material is GBP 7 per week (maximum GBP 56).

    Students who want to book one-to-one lessons need to book a minimum of two and a maximum of 10 per week in conjunction with a group course.


Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 105 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

London Heathrow Airport:
320 £ one way
640 £ return (both ways)
Bristol Airport:
95 £ one way
190 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
405 £ one way
810 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Bristol.
More details about airports near Bristol and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Bristol page. For flight comparisons to Bristol, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 10. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
75 £
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Basketball-
Cooking-
Dancing-
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf-
Horse riding-
Mountainbiking-
Music-
Rugby-
Squash-
Swimming-
Table Tennis-
Tennis-
Volleyball-
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Speaking Clinic.
- Grammar Clinic.
- Pronunciation Clinic.
- Welcome activity (tour of Bristol for new students and coffee & chat).
- Some walks and tours.

Adults - Paid activities

- Roller Disco.
- Boat trip on Bristol Harbour.
- Football.
- Excursions: e.g. Salisbury & Stonehenge, Glastonbury...

Accommodation

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FAQ about EC English, Bristol

  • English courses at EC English start at 252 £ for Academic Semester / Year 20 course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of EC English
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (320 £), Bristol Airport (95 £), London Gatwick Airport (405 £)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at EC English varies from 15 students (General English 30) to 15 students (General English 30)
  • 100% of teachers at EC English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at EC English comes from Saudi Arabia with a 24% representation, followed by students from Italy (9%) and Spain (9%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • EC English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

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