Summer courses in languages
Discover a new language or learn about the culture of other countries. Heading abroad? Why not try one of our language holiday kits.
- Korean beginners: short introductionCourse start date: Wed 8 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jiyeon KimGet a short introduction to the Korean language and discover aspects of Korean language culture in these live communicative classes. Suitable for complete beginners.
.Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £77.00 - Japanese beginners: module 3
Course start date: Thu 9 Jul 2026 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Junko FuseContinue learning to speak Japanese on this course for near beginners. The emphasis is on developing your listening and speaking skills. Suitable if you have completed beginners module 2 or 6 months recently
.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £103.00 - Chinese beginners: module 3Course start date: Thu 9 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Continue learning Mandarin Chinese on this beginners course.You should have completed Chinese beginners: module 2 or equivalent (about 30 hrs of learning).
Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £97.00 - Chinese 3 lower: revisionCourse start date: Thu 9 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonRevise your Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
This short Chinese 3 lower revision course offers a comprehensive review of key language skills. It’s designed to refresh your knowledge, build confidence, and help you consolidate grammar and vocabulary through practical, interactive activities.
Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - French 1/2: le 14 juillet en chansonsCourse start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Trista SelousCelebrate 14 July with songs!
From La Marseillaise to La Carmagnole, join us to sing and discover some of the most famous songs of the French Revolution. A fun and festive way to explore French history and culture-no experience needed and all levels are welcome.Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - French 3 upper: an insider's guide to FranceCourse start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Silvana AvramGet ready to explore French cities like a local.
From Lille, Lyon, Nice, Marseille, and Bordeaux to Nantes, this course explores what makes each city unique and how to prepare for a visit.
This compact workshop offers practical tips and useful vocabulary, covering key aspects of history and culture, local specialities, hidden gems, short itineraries, and much more-giving you everything you need to make the most of your trip.Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £49.00 Concession £49.00 - Discover HungarianCourse start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Eva PallaghyMake the most of your holidays in Hungary with one of our short intensive courses. This Holiday Kit will provide you with all the language you need to communicate in the most common holiday situations & have a friendly chat with the locals!
Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00 - Chinese: The meaning of charactersCourse start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Joyce LeeCome and explore the essence of Chinese characters and their profound significance in this enlightening workshop. Unlock the hidden meanings behind strokes and symbols, tracing the cultural, historical, and philosophical depths they hold.Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00 - Discover Scottish GaelicCourse start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Michael HillIntrigued by Scottish Gaelic? Gain an insight into this fascinating Celtic language on this lively in-person workshop in central London. Learn some useful phrases and get some pronunciation tips. An interesting introduction for complete beginners and those who might like to take it further.Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00 - Japanese: Writing for beginners part 2Course start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Chikako NakagawaFurther develop your knowledge of the Japanese writing system, Kanji. Suitable if you have completed Japanese writing for beginners: part 1.Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00 - Dutch beginners: holiday kit Course start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jacqueline YoungMake the most of your holidays in a Dutch-speaking country with this short, intensive course. This Holiday Kit will provide you with all the language you need to communicate in the most common holiday situations & have a friendly chat with the locals!Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00 - German holiday kitCourse start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Barbara PölletMake the most of your holidays in a German-speaking country with this short, intensive course. This Holiday Kit will provide you with all the language you need to communicate in the most common holiday situations & have a friendly chat with the locals!Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00 - German intermediate and advanced: a journey through AustriaCourse start date: Mon 13 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Barbara PölletThis is a mixed ability intermediate to advanced German language workshop for lovers of Austria.Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £49.00 Concession £49.00 - Spanish beginners: module 1 Course start date: Mon 13 Jul 2026 (and 16 other dates)
Location on this date: Blended (learn both online and in-person)
Tutors: María IsaltLearn to speak Spanish on this lively, communicative course for complete beginners. The course is taught in Spanish with an emphasis on developing your speaking and listening skills.
If you feel you may benefit from learning at a slower pace, please check our Spanish beginners at a gentle pace: module 1 courses, and if you already speak a Romance language fluently, you may want to check our Spanish rápidamente: module 1 courses.
Did you know that we offer support sessions for beginner students over the term? More information is available in the how will I be taught section below.
Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £142.00 - Chinese 2 upper: revisionCourse start date: Mon 13 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonReady to brush up on your Level 2 upper Chinese? Join our interactive short revision course to review essential grammar and vocabulary, practice speaking, and rebuild your language skills in a fun, supportive environment
Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00
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