Private English language courses

English lessons with a dedicated teacher, completely personalised to individual learning needs and goals.

Course type: English 16+

Age of student: 16+

Language level: Beginner (A1) - Proficient (C2)

Maximum class size: 1

Lesson hours per week: 15, 20 or 25

Course dates: Weekly, every Monday

Course Length: From 1 week

Price: From £1,255

Location: Bell Cambridge , Bell London

Who is this course for?

English language learners of all levels who would like to work with their own dedicated teacher to create a full personalised language programme.

Course outcomes

Choose this course to:

Communicate more fluently and accurately in English
Improve your English language skills with a focus on areas you would like to develop
Address specific language needs such as work-related vocabulary or English for university study
Increase your confidence as a learner and user of English

Course includes:

Course materials
Access to the learning centre and a wide range of resources
Free scanning, printing and photocopying
Free Wifi
Free and impartial Higher Education Advisory Service
A weekly programme of workshops, social activities and trips
Comprehensive insurance

Course description

1 to 1 English gives you the opportunity to work with a dedicated teacher to receive individual support and tuition. Together, you and your tutor will identify specific language areas and skills to improve and create a bespoke language programme, using suitable learning materials for the focus you have chosen. Choose to study full-time for 15, 20 or 25 hours. Alternatively individual 1 to 1 sessions can be added onto any of courses.

Your bespoke learning programme is tailored to suit your individual learning and language needs, developed around activities focused on your areas of interest (for example English literature, culture, business skills). Elements may include:

Language development

Develop your pronunciation and grammar, and learn new vocabulary.

Skills development

Improve your language skills – reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Study skills

The Bell team will introduce you to a variety of learning resources available for future self-study. You will learn how to study effectively for example, methods for remembering vocabulary and phrasal verbs.

Continue your learning

Customise your course to enhance your progress, by selecting one of the following extra modules. If you're not sure which options are best for you, contact our customer support team.

Skills

Focus on a specific skill to reach your learning goals faster. With a choice of three different language skills workshops, you can develop one area or combine two or more over a longer stay.

Exam Preparation

Learn the best techniques for exam success and improve your language skills. This will workshop will help you excel in both the IELTS and Cambridge English suite of exams.

Speaking and Listening

Develop your spoken fluency, improve your pronunciation and increase your confidence. You will learn through activities such as debating topical issues, listening for specific information and delivering presentations.

Reading and Writing

Improve your spelling, punctuation, formal and informal reading and writing skills. You will develop your language through activities such as taking notes, reading for understanding, writing for work and effective use of dictionaries.

You don't need to choose which skills to focus on until you arrive. Your teachers will offer advice on the best options for your needs.

Business Studies

Challenge your language skills by studying business topics in English. Learn to communicate fluently about the world of business as you explore topics such as: entrepreneurship, innovation, negotiations, writing a business plan, the secrets of successful marketing and managing business change.

You will study a range of business themes from starting a business to human resources and marketing. Each theory is illustrated using examples from real-life business through weekly case studies.

This module is designed for students with an Intermediate (B1) - Proficient (C2) language level.

Language in Action

Learn to communicate like a local with cultural and social activities to improve your English in real-life situations. All our structured activities have clear learning objectives to build your confidence and develop your language and skills.

Cambridge runs a full Language in Action programme included in your course price. In London students have weekly organised activities included, plus more independent time to explore the capital with guidance from the knowledgeable Bell London team.