Core Programme

General English

Build a solid foundation in English — from complete beginner to confident advanced speaker. Our communicative approach means you speak from day one, with small classes and a structured pathway to fluency.

What You'll Learn

Communicative, Practical English

Our General English course uses a communicative, task-based approach. Every lesson is designed around real-life situations — from ordering at a restaurant to discussing current affairs — so you develop the practical skills you actually need.

Speaking & Pronunciation
Intensive speaking practice with dedicated pronunciation work using the Crystal clear model and IPA. Build the accent and fluency of a natural speaker.
Grammar & Vocabulary
Systematic grammar teaching with lexically-focused vocabulary development. Each unit introduces 30–50 new words in context, building your active vocabulary rapidly.
Listening & Reading
Exposure to authentic English through news podcasts, articles, radio, and film clips. Develop top-down listening skills and reading strategies for real-world texts.
Writing Skills
From handwriting practice for beginners to essay writing and formal correspondence at advanced level. Receive detailed written feedback on every piece of work.

Course Details

Start Date
Every Monday (year-round)
Duration
1–48 weeks
Class Size
Maximum 12 students
Levels
A1 Beginner – C2 Advanced
Location
Derry, Northern Ireland
From
£180/week
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Your Learning Pathway

6 Levels from Beginner to Mastery

Our General English course follows the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) levels. You will be placed into the right class based on your current level, assessed on your first day.

A1

Beginner

Basic introductions, numbers, colours, present simple. Can communicate in routine tasks.

A2

Elementary

Can handle daily transactions, describe past events, express opinions with support.

B1

Intermediate

Deal with most travel situations, follow the main points of TV news, write informal letters.

B2

Upper-Intermediate

Can interact with native speakers fluently, understand complex texts, give detailed explanations.

C1

Advanced

Express ideas fluently, understand demanding texts, use English flexibly for social and professional purposes.

C2

Proficiency

Near-native fluency. Can understand virtually everything heard or read with ease.

Start Your English Journey Today

General English runs every Monday, year-round. Book your place now and we'll assess your level, place you in the right class, and get you speaking from day one.

Study Guide
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