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EF International Language CenterBristol, England UK

Custom House, Queen Square - BS1 4JQ Bristol - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Outdoor terrace with outdoor seating and ping-pong table.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 10%
18-24 years 30%
25-34 years 35%
35-50 years 20%
>50 years 5%
The average age outside summer is 8 years higher than in summer.

Location: EF International Language Center Bristol is located in the historic and vibrant city of Bristol, England. A popular tourist destination, university city and award-winning city for living, Bristol offers students a unique and friendly experience, with hundreds of parks and green spaces! EF Bristol is housed in a historic building in the city's most prestigious square, Queens Square. Just around the corner from the downtown area of the city, students have shops, eateries, restaurants, supermarkets, bars and clubs all close by, in addition to the attractions of St.Nicholas Market and the Harbourside Street Food Market. Students have everything within close reach of EF Bristol to have a fantastic time whilst reaching their language goals.

School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students' all they may need to reach their language goals in a comfortable environment. Classrooms are spacious, housed within modern glass-walled structures, and have excellent lighting offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a computer lab, a lounge area, a games room, a garden with seating areas and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.

Accreditations and Associations: EF Bristol is accredited by the British Council and is a member of EnglishUK.

School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!

EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.

Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
General Course + AccommodationPopular English course
26 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
615€600€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
General Course
26 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
570€542€
Course Details
Intensive Course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
610€580€
Course Details
Intensive Course + Accommodation
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
655€639€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE Exam Preparation (SPIN Only)Recommended English course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
590€561€
Course Details
FCE Exam Preparation (SPIN Only) + AccommodationRecommended English course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
635€620€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
CAE Exam Preparation (SPIN Only)Recommended English course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
590€561€
Course Details
CAE Exam Preparation (SPIN Only) + AccommodationRecommended English course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
635€620€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
CPE Exam Preparation (SPIN Only)Recommended English course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
590€561€
Course Details
CPE Exam Preparation (SPIN Only) + AccommodationRecommended English course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
635€620€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
IELTS Exam PreparationRecommended English course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
590€561€
Course Details
IELTS Exam Preparation + AccommodationRecommended English course
32 lessons per week
|
17 students (max)
Offer!from
635€620€
Includes accommodation
Course Details

Our prices for EF International Language Center 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 before arrival

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EF International Language Center (EF)

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UKStudent Visa SponsorPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalISI
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 8:30
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo
Legal name/parent company
EF Language Colleges Ltd | Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Computer lab

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Video game console

  • Table tennis

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

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

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Career guidance service (free)

  • Guidance for further higher education (free)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Halal food offered at the school

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 14
    • Number of public PC workstations: 50

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

Student Age

Average number of students
In summer: 400
Throughout the year: 150
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
In summer: 17 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center

Lesson duration
40 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 55 € per course level.
Comments about courses

The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:

  • Course literature (for English destinations) for bookings 1-6 weeks long: 55 EUR
  • Course literature (for English destinations) for bookings 7-12 weeks long: 95 EUR
  • Course literature (for non-English destinations) for bookings 1-9 weeks long: 80 EUR
  • Course literature (for non- English destinations) for bookings 10-18 weeks long: 145 EUR

    Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).

    Students must book a travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Bristol. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:
  • Two weeks: EUR 85.
  • Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
    Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.

    Accommodation:
  • The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 55 per week.
  • Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
  • Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.

    Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and may change depending on availability and time of year. The 26 lessons is likely to follow the 20 lessons per week structure with the extra six lessons taking place after the morning classes or before the afternoon classes, two lessons on three days. The afternoon lessons will take place at some point during these hours.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 120 €. 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.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
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:
420 € return (both ways)
Bristol Airport:
110 € return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
740 € return (both ways)
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 Singapore 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
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
South America: 85 €
,
Africa: 85 €
,
Asia: 85 €
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 possible
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Horse riding
Ice Hockey
Music
Squash
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Activities
- Examples of free activities
- Film Club
- Conversation Club
- Job Club
- Tour of Clifton Village and Suspension Bridge
- EF Football & Football Matches
- Pirate Walk
- Graffiti Tour

Adults - Paid activities

Examples of excursions and other activities:
- Full weekend trips to London, Liverpool & Manchester, Scotland
- Excursions to Oxford, Bournemouth, Cardiff, Thorpe Park, Bath, Salisbury and Stonehenge
- Hot air ballooning
- Paintball
- Climbing

Action and Discovery Packs:

Action Pack:
Action Pack - Salsa Dancing- (APBST)
4 Salsa lessons for all levels with Salsa souls

Action Pack - Rock Climbing - (AP2BST)
3 hours of indoor climbing in a period church.


Discovery Pack:
Discovery Pack - Oxford & Bournemouth - (DCPBST)
Two full day excursions to Oxford and Bournemouth. Oxford includes a visit to christchurch college and
Bournemouth a visit to the Aquarium. Both include walking tours and free time

Discovery Pack - Salisbury, Stonehenge, Bath and Cardiff - (DCP2BST)
Two full day excursions : one to Salisbury, stonehenge and Bath - Including guided tour of both towns and entrance to stonehenge. The other a trip to the magnificent city of cardiff, including a town tour and entrance to Cardiff castle.

Accommodation

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Host Family Single Room
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
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385 €

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FAQ about EF International Language Center, Bristol

  • English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 542 € for General Course course with 26 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport ( €), Bristol Airport ( €), London Gatwick Airport ( €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation)
  • 100% of teachers at EF International Language Center hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • EF International Language Center offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 17 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

PDF brochure / price list of EF International Language Center

EF International Language Center Brochure (PDF)
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General brochure 2024
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