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Accredited by the British Council:

Kensington Academy is now accredited by the British Council!

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Latest Newsletter:

Read the latest newsletter to see the 'Star Student of the Month', latest events and pictures!

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Business English:

The Business English course introduces key business concepts and topics and develops practical skills within real business scenarios including meetings, presentations, discussions, telephoning and negotiations.

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Free Conversation Classes for KAE Students:

ConversationAll our students are welcome to attend the lively conversation class that takes place every Tuesday lunchtime.

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IELTS:






The IELTS course provides students with all they need to succeed in the exam.

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The Book Club:

BooksAs reading is a great way to improve your English, we have an interesting selection of books for all levels of language learners. Every Wednesday we encourage you to come and browse through our selection and choose a great book to borrow.

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Why Choose Kensington Academy?

Kensington Academy of English (KAE) is accredited by the British Council which ensures high standards of teaching and student services. KAE has been successfully running English Language courses at all levels for over 30 years.
 

Wide range of courses:

  • General English
  • Business English
  • IELTS
  • Cambridge Exams
  • One-to-one tuition


Timetable flexibility:

  • Choose 25, 21, 15 or 10 hours per week; Students requiring a visa to study in the UK must enrol and attend a course with a minimum of 15 hours per week.
  • Minimum course length 1 week, no maximum
  • Join courses every Monday- except Bank Holiday Mondays and 2 weeks at Christmas

Small class size:

  • Maximum 15 students in all classes
  • The average class size is 9



We offer a wide range of accommodation choices:

  • Homestay
  • Self-catering residences
  • Half-board residence
  • Self-catering apartments


Excellent location:

  • Fantastic zone 1 location (Central London) next to Notting Hill Gate underground station
  • Excellent transport links on 3 underground lines and buses
  • A short distance away from cultural attractions and entertainment of the West End and shopping areas
  • Just a short walk from two of London’s beautiful parks: Hyde Park and Holland Park


Useful facilities:

  • Most classrooms are air-conditioned
  • Library with internet access and self-study computer programmes
  • Book-lending programme with books for all levels
  • Canteen serving hot meals, snacks and hot and cold drinks



Our staff:

  • Well-trained, enthusiastic, professional teachers who are dedicated to providing a serious and stimulating learning experience
  • Friendly, helpful enrolments team to help with every aspect of your stay including accommodation and welfare


Our teaching style:

  • Supportive, encouraging teaching style and environment
  • Dynamic, focussed tuition which maximises your time in class
  • Clear objectives identified at the beginning of each lesson
  • Clear weekly objectives for each group
  • Emphasis on practice and active use of the language
  • Homework which consolidates classroom activities



Our students

  • Over 500 students from over 50 countries each year
  • Many students motivated by international careers
  • Minimum age is 16. No upper age limit



Social activities

  • A minimum of one event every weekday through the whole year
  • 2 activities each week are free of charge. This is a great way to experience London, make friends with people from all over the world and have fun and relax whilst practising English with your classmates and teachers.
  • Day trips to popular towns and cities in the UK at weekends