Learning English in “London by the Sea”
Language school Brighton
Brighton is one of the most popular destinations for language courses abroad and language stays in England. Every year, language students from all over the world are drawn to this lively coastal city.
Brighton is in the south of England in the county of East Sussex, only about two hours from London.
The resort is also known as “London by the Sea” because many Londoners head to the seaside town at the weekend. Yet – apart from their popularity and central location – the cities could not be more different.
Compared with the global metropolis, Brighton is a manageable place, much less noisy and stressful; everyone here is a little more relaxed and laid-back.
On a language course abroad in Brighton, you can expect quirky art, a charming small city centre with winding lanes, lots of offbeat shops and cool restaurants and pubs.
You could say Brighton is the rebel among English cities.
The city is so popular with language students not least because of its beautiful promenade and the famous “Brighton Pier”. What could be better than a walk on the beach after a successful English lesson, with the smell of popcorn and candyfloss in the air?
Learning on the south coast of England
Our partner schools
The language schools in Brighton that we work with have a wide choice of different English courses, so there is a suitable course for everyone.
The experienced teachers and the support of the local teams ensure that you can achieve maximum learning success with maximum comfort.
The classes are made up of language students from all over the world.
To help students get to know each other better and make friends, the language schools in Brighton offer numerous leisure activities - for children’s and teenagers’ courses, a suitable activity programme is usually included in the course.
Our partner schools in Brighton are accredited by the British Council and regularly checked by us, so we can guarantee the best quality with the language courses we suggest. Besides their wonderful location on the promenade, they offer a wide range of options, so there is something for every wish and requirement.
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Impressions of Brighton
Choice of courses in Brighton
The language schools in Brighton all offer general English courses designed to improve your basic understanding of English. In addition, because some professions are becoming increasingly international, courses with various thematic focuses are offered (e.g. English for lawyers, business English).
The English language courses in Brighton are open to every level: from beginner to expert, there is a suitable course for everyone. The intensity of the course, i.e. the number of lessons per week, is also variable.
You can also choose the length of the course freely; the minimum stay is one week.
Our language schools in Brighton offer language courses from the age of 10. There is, however, the option of taking a language course with the whole family, in which case a lower minimum age is also allowed.
In addition to pure English courses, language courses combined with a sporting or artistic focus are also offered in Brighton. For example, it is possible to do water sports, golf, tennis or yoga after lessons.
The following types of course can be taken at the language schools in Brighton:
- General English
- English with a cultural programme
- English for 40+
- Preparation for IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge certificates
- Business English
- English for teaching staff (Erasmus+)
- Holiday courses - optionally with a sports programme
- Courses for families
- One-to-one lessons
If what you are looking for is not included, just send us your course request and we will do our best to find the right thing for you!
Accommodation at the language schools
You are free to choose whether to stay with a host family, in a residence or in a hotel during your language stay in Brighton.
A host family has the decisive advantage that you get to know English culture first-hand and improve your language skills through direct exchange with native speakers. A stay in a residence gives you the opportunity to make close friends with people from all over the world. The residences of our language schools in Brighton are all very centrally located.
We will find the right accommodation for you, depending on your wishes.
You can also choose your meals to suit you best. Although self-catering is usually expected in the residences, in host families or hotels you can decide which type of board you prefer. The numerous restaurants and cafés are also an invitation to eat out.
Leisure activities in Brighton
Must-see
Foodie paradise
Anyone visiting Brighton can hardly miss the city’s best-known landmarks. Brighton Pier has existed for more than a century, and its rides are open all year round. Here you immediately feel transported back to your childhood.
Another Brighton landmark that you should not miss under any circumstances is the Royal Pavilion. The Pavilion was built in the style of an Indian Mughal palace and is the pride of the city. Only a 5-minute walk from the beach, the palace stands in a park where you can listen to talented street musicians at any time of day.
If you fancy experiencing a bit of history, you can marvel at the world’s first electric railway in Brighton - which, mind you, is still in working order.
Volk’s Electric Railway is just the thing for fans of nostalgia.
If you want to enjoy nature, the nearby South Downs National Park is perfect. It is home to the “Seven Sisters” cliffs and some of the most charming villages in the south of England. Here you can go hiking or explore wonderful beaches. The neighbouring towns are easy to explore by bus.
But you do not even have to leave Brighton to enjoy nature. The seafront promenade, several kilometres long, is wonderful for long bike rides.
Or simply stroll through the winding “Lanes” and explore the colourful facades, shops and restaurants.
Paradise for “foodies”
Music hotspot
Brighton is a great destination for anyone who loves healthy and delicious food! The choice of restaurants is huge, including above all a variety of vegetarian and vegan specialities.
North Laine is lined with bars, cafés and cosy little restaurants – this is where Brighton’s “alternative scene” hangs out. If you have some time after a successful English lesson, sit down somewhere in North Laine and take a moment to soak up the city and its people. There is always something to see here!
The Laines also have by far the best coffee. There are numerous beautifully minimalist coffee houses with their own roasteries; Bond St. Coffee, for example, guarantees excellent coffee with Scandinavian charm.
If you prefer the classics when it comes to food and drink, you will of course also find traditional “fish & chips” restaurants and quaint British pubs.
Treasure shopping
Crazy about fashion
If you like the somewhat offbeat style of the city’s residents, go hunting for real vintage treasures. For true professionals and flea market lovers, “Snoopers Paradise” in North Laine is a must. In the warehouse in the winding Laines, alongside kitschy crockery and old jewellery, you will find above all crazy clothes and retro cameras – all at very affordable prices. On Saturdays there is a huge flea market and the shops turn into a kind of marketplace. But this unique quarter is not the only place with all kinds of shopping. In Brighton’s two shopping centres, Churchill Square Shopping Centre and Marina Square, you can also happily pass the time shopping.
Creative hotspot
Art is free
Brighton’s unique music scene is characterised on the one hand by the huge range of concerts and artists Brighton has to offer, and on the other by the renowned university BIMM (Brighton Institute of Modern Music) – where artists such as James Bay, George Ezra, Tom Odell and The Kooks were trained.
Every day there are countless concerts all over the city, most of them even free in bars or simply on the street. Brighton’s special flair thrives on music, and that is exactly why more and more artists are drawn to the colourful city by the sea.
In summer, Brighton’s creativity unfolds in full in the form of numerous festivals. The whole city is out and about, and the cultural programme is unbeatable.
The newcomer festival “The Great Escape” and the “Brighton Fringe” always offer, in addition to the ticketed part, theatre, comedy, performance or concerts around the city for a small fee or even for free. The Brighton Festival is even England’s largest cultural festival - with theatre, singing and readings at various venues.
Getting there
Brighton is easy to reach from London by train and by bus. The following options are available for travelling from the capital:
- Heathrow Airport to Brighton by bus, approx. 2 hours
- Gatwick Airport to Brighton by train, approx. 25 minutes
- Gatwick Airport by bus, approx. 45 minutes
- London Victoria station by train, approx. 50 minutes
For a small surcharge, the language schools usually offer a private taxi transfer from your point of arrival to your accommodation and back.
Why a language course abroad in Brighton?
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Our partner schools in Brighton offer professional language teaching and individual support on site.
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Brighton stands out for its openness and creative music and art scene and exudes exceptional charm.
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Around Brighton lie beautiful coastal landscapes of southern England and small villages that make great destinations for excursions. You will not get bored here.
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A language course in Brighton gives you the perfect balance of learning and relaxation. Alongside your English lessons, you will make international friends and be able to enjoy the beach in your free time.
