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Britannia English AcademyManchester, England UK

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

25 students - overall rating
12 Charlotte St - M1 4FL Manchester - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Free conversation club.
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 9.8039215686275%
18-24 years 39.21568627451%
25-34 years 39.21568627451%
35-50 years 9.8039215686275%
>50 years 1.9607843137255%
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.

Location: Britannia English Academy Manchester is located in the artistic and historic city of Manchester, England. Home to the industrial revolution and some of the world's grandest football (soccer) teams, Manchester has been a pioneer on many fronts, including the arts and music, for many years. Britannia English Academy enjoys the best of this with a central location within walking distance of attractions such as the Manchester Art Gallery, Picadilly Gardens, the Royal Exchange Theatre, the Palace Theatre and much more.

Course selection: Britannia English Academy Manchester provides English language courses to adult students of all levels. In addition to General English taught over various schedules and intensities, the school also runs Ladies Only programmes, Exam Preparation (FCE, CAE, CPE, IELTS), Conversation lessons, English for Specific Purposes and Erasmus+ programmes. One-to-one tuition is available independently or in conjunction with any other course.

Throughout the summer months, immersive junior programmes are also readily available to students aged 7-17 years of age.

Getting around: The school is within a 65m walk of the Charlotte Street/Chinatown bus stop and a 400m walk of the Picadilly Gardens tram stop. The Manchester Piccadilly train station is within a 10-minute walk of the school's front doors.

School facilities: The facilities at Britannia English Academy Manchester include a games room, lounge area, kitchen, library and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise.

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Private
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Language Plus Activity

Our prices for Britannia English Academy 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 Free local SIM card

Videos & Photos

  • Reception
    Reception 1/13
  • Conversation club
    Conversation club2/13
  • Students at the school
    Students at the school3/13
  • Junior summer camp
    Junior summer camp 4/13
  • Making new friends
    Making new friends5/13
  • Class work
    Class work6/13
  • BEA
    BEA7/13
  • Pictures of Students
    Pictures of Students8/13
  • 9/13
  • Student collage
    Student collage 10/13
  • Studying in Manchester
    Studying in Manchester11/13
  • Happy students
    Happy students 12/13
  • Britannia English Academy students
    Britannia English Academy students 13/13

Student opinions about Britannia English Academy, Manchester

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall school rating of
Britannia English Academy, Manchester
25 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Social activities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (5 ratings)
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Students 18-30 years (10 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 31-49 years (7 ratings)
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Students 50+ years (3 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
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
The teachers were good. However, the organization was not in order and there were more than 10 students in class. There were only 2 lavatories that were out of order most of the time. Bad!!!
Review details
Other comments Bad service about the lavatories!
Course: General English + Conversation Classes (mix) - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Aug. 2019 by Jorge Adrian Aymami Avila
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers in general are very dynamic in their classes and the friendly atmosphere that is formed thanks to the extra-curricular activities organised by the school
Review details
Course: General English [Inglés] - 6 weeks
Review date: 17. Feb. 2020 by Katherine Montecino
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
It has been a pleasant 1-week experience at Britannia Academy. Nice people, I have practised English and it has fulfilled my expectations. I would come back.
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 24 - 1 week
Review date: 11. Jun. 2024 by Carlos Frias
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Everything, I really spent a lot of unforgettable moments there, the classes are top notch, the school is very welcoming
Disliked
Does not have food vending machines
Insider tip: You have to adapt, especially to speak English 24h
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. Aug. 2023 by ANMOL BARBINI
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Very good school with friendly and competent staff. Ideally located in the centre of Manchester.
Review details
Course: Semi-Intensive Course 10 - 1 week
Review date: 30. Oct. 2023 by Laura Bichon
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Enjoyable classes, nice environment and nice outside activities.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: It is a good course to learn English. There are professional native teachers and they make the class an enjoyable place to learn. However, I would say it is better to do a complete course rather than spare lessons if you want to get an English certificate. In conclusion, I would recommend this school.
Course: CAE Exam Preparation - 4 weeks
Review date: 1. Apr. 2020 by Eduard Blanco de Diego
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Kind staff and excellent teachers
Review details
Other comments Great experience!
Course: General English + Conversation Classes (mix) [English] - 4 weeks
Review date: 11. Nov. 2019 by Dilson Martins
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The helpfully attendance.
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 30 - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2024 by Maria Isabel Gavilanes Perez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Highly trained teachers
Review details
Course: Intensive 30 - 1 week
Review date: 26. Nov. 2019 by Giovanni Malanchini
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The staff
Review details
Course: General English + Conversation Classes (mix) 24 [Anglais] - 12 weeks
Review date: 6. Mar. 2020 by Gloria Mayerly Durán García
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Britannia English Academy compared to ratings of all schools in England UK

 Britannia English Academy ManchesterAverage of all other schools in England UK
Overall school rating4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

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 money4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared flat4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Britannia English Academy (bea)

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UKCambridge Assessment English
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 9:00
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Britannia English Academy and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoVisa Debit - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2012
Legal name/parent company
Britannia English Academy Limited | Tax registration ID: 8146137

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Video game console

  • Self-study areas

  • Free WIFI

  • Free water dispenser

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Guidance for further higher education (paid)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

    • Arabic homestays available

    • Halal Food offered in homestay (upon request)
  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 13
    • Number of public PC workstations: 6

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 150
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 85
Junior courses - In summer: 50
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
16 years
7 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 4
Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 26 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Saudi Arabia 14%
Brazil 9%
Spain 8%
China 8%
Italy 8%
France 7%
Chile 2%
Turkey 2%
Korea 2%
Other nationalities 40%

Information for all courses offered by Britannia English Academy

Lesson duration
50 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 45 £ per course level.
Comments about courses

Included in the course: placement test, BEA welcome pack, free Sim card / Free Wi-fi, end of course report (upon request) and end of course certificate.




Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 48 £. 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 - 07 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:Full number of lost classes are made up
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

Manchester Airport:
80 £ one way
150 £ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Manchester and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Manchester page. For flight comparisons to Manchester, 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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
75 £

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Dancing-
Football (soccer)-
Music-
Swimming2 km
Table Tennis2 km
Volleyball2 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Conversation Club/Manchester Tour/ Boarding Game Afternoon

Adults - Paid activities

Social activities package 1 (Monday - Friday): GBP 100 per week.
Social activities package 2 (Monday - Friday + Saturday full-day trip): GBP 150 per week

Examples:
- Weekend trips
- Bowling
- Karting
- Workshops
- Student Parties
- SeaLife
- People & Science Museum
- Trampoline.

Junior - Free activities

Conversation Club/Manchester Tour/ Boarding Game Afternoon

Junior - Paid activities

- Weekend Fun-day trips
- Minigolf
- Volleball/Football

Accommodation

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Questions and answers about Britannia English Academy

  • Yes, students from 7 to 17 years old can book the Junior Course with 20 English lessons per week. The price includes material, registration fees, a welcome pack, and a completion certificate. The didactic is adapted according to the range age of the students.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 12, 2023
  • Group lessons for a 6-year-old are not available at the time of writing. As an alternative, we can offer private lessons.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 26, 2023

FAQ about Britannia English Academy, Manchester

  • The school specifies that the following is included in the course: placement test, BEA welcome pack, free SIM card/Wi-fi, end-of-course report (on request) and end-of-course certificate.
    You can then request the sim card directly on site from the school office.
    Antonio Zoppo, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 15, 2023
  • Yes, the school offers airport transfer from Manchester Airport.
    Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 05, 2023
  • Currently (2024), our partner school Britannia English Academy offers junior programmes for juniors with only lessons (20 per week), and for a little extra you can also add the activity programme to the package.
    Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2024
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Britannia varies from 1 students (One-to-One Lessons) to 15 students (Junior Course - Tuition only)
  • 100% of teachers at Britannia English Academy hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Britannia English Academy comes from Saudi Arabia with a 14% representation, followed by students from Brazil (9%) and China (8%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Britannia English Academy offers courses from 7 years (Junior Course - Tuition only, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

PDF brochure / price list of Britannia English Academy

Brochure 2023- BEA
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Adult Pricelist - BEA
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Adult Pricelist 2025
Adult Pricelist 2025
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