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Only £75/week more than General English — accelerate your progress with 25 lessons per week in a focused, supportive environment.
* A2 students have set start dates — see FAQ below for details
Learn English in the company of like-minded people from around the world on this highly popular course! This lively and imaginative Intensive English course offered by Loxdale English Centre in Brighton will help you to communicate confidently and fluently in everyday English. It builds on our General English programme with five additional afternoon focus sessions each week.
During our lessons we focus on the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and allow maximum time for you to learn and practise new vocabulary, grammar, colloquial English and idioms. You can also combine Intensive English with specialist English Plus modules in Art, Drama, or Health & Wellbeing.
One of the advantages of studying at Loxdale English Centre is that your course is about more than just English. We want you to make the most of your time here — during your course at Loxdale you will both experience, and learn about, life in the UK and British Culture, and be able to personalise your studies. All this at no extra cost!
We have a passion for encouraging life-long learning and have designed our unique teaching syllabus over the past 40 years with feedback and input from our experienced teachers and students. Use our price calculator to build a personalised quote.
Our Intensive English course gives you everything in General English — plus dedicated afternoon sessions for deeper practice.
5 Extra Lessons
Afternoon focus sessions
| Feature | General English |
Intensive English
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|---|---|---|
| Lessons per Week | 20 | 25✦ |
| Hours per Week | 15 | 18.75✦ |
| Morning Core Lessons | ||
| Afternoon Focus Sessions | 5 extra lessons✦ | |
| Max Class Size | 14 | 14–16 |
| Levels A2–C2 | ||
| Start Any Monday | ||
| 11th Week Free | Out of summer | Out of summer |
| From (per week) | £240 | £315✦ |
Our accelerated programme is designed for students with clear goals and strong motivation.
You need to improve your English quickly for work, a promotion, or relocation to an English-speaking country
You're preparing for English-medium university courses and need to reach a specific CEFR level
You're working towards IELTS, Cambridge, or another English proficiency exam and want maximum practice time
You're serious about making significant progress and want to make the most of every day in Brighton
During our lessons we focus on the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and allow maximum time for you to learn and practise new vocabulary, grammar, colloquial English and idioms — at an accelerated pace.
09:00 – 12:30
13:30 – 15:15
On your first day, you'll take a placement test to find the right level. Regular progress tests track your improvement, and your teacher provides ongoing feedback. At the end of your course, you'll receive a certificate showing your level and achievements.
Designed over 47+ years with feedback from staff and students, our unique teaching syllabus goes beyond traditional English lessons.
Loxdale's unique teaching programme offers you the chance to personalise your learning experience. As part of the course you will learn English through a different subject for four lessons per week.
Choose from subjects such as speaking, pronunciation & fluency, grammar, film, art appreciation, business English, creative writing, music & lyrics and more. If you have B2 level and above, you will have these classes alongside students with C1 and C2 levels.
As part of our commitment to make study time as stimulating and enlightening as possible, our students enjoy a weekly lecture on a Friday morning which focuses on various aspects of British life.
Popular past lectures have included Homelessness, Things to do in London, British History, HIV and the Terence Higgins Trust, Presentation Techniques, Brighton Music Scene, London Architecture, Street Art, Acupuncture and Nutrition.
Each Monday afternoon you will be able to enjoy a 45 Minute Talk. These lively and interesting talks explore topics that bring British culture and history to life.
Topics include Stonehenge, London Museums, Brighton Music Venues, St George's Day, Guy Fawkes, Cambridge, The South Downs and Christmas in Victorian England.
Through our 'Britain Today' programme you will find out more about British society. You will have two lessons each week on different aspects of modern Britain.
Subjects include the welfare, educational, political and legal systems — giving you a deep understanding of contemporary British life.
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00–10:30 | English Lessons | English Lessons | English Lessons | English Lessons | Lecture* |
| 10:30–11:00 |
Break
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| 11:00–12:30 | English Lessons | Britain Today Lessons | Applied English Lessons | Applied English Lessons | English Lessons |
| 12:30 |
Lunch
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| 13:30–15:00 | Weekly Talk (13:30–14:15) Private tutorials or private study (14:15) | Self-Study Support (13:30–15:00)* Sports & Social Activities (14:30) * A teacher is in the Self Study room to help you | Intensive English Lessons | Intensive English Lessons | Free Afternoon† |
Notes
* On Fridays, the 09:00–10:30 slot is a Lecture. Intermediate and pre-intermediate students have English lessons instead.
† Free Friday afternoons: students can use the Self Study Room, common rooms, garden, or sports hall.
The school is open until 17:00 — students can stay to use the garden, sports hall, computer room, self-study room, or classrooms.
There is a full social programme to take part in.
Adult students are aged between 16 and 80 years.
Maximum class sizes: 14 in morning English classes · 16 in afternoon Intensive sessions.
Maximum 14 students — more speaking time and personal attention, even in afternoon sessions
Qualified, experienced teachers who are consistently praised for their dedication and skill
Our teachers are always happy to give you extra help and work when needed
A historic Victorian building with gardens, modern classrooms, and dedicated study spaces
As a registered charity, our Intensive course is competitively priced — better value than most Brighton schools
Independently inspected and rated in the top 5% of UK English language schools
Non-summer pricing applies 4 Jan – 6 Jun & 16 Aug – 20 Dec 2026
Start any Monday
Summer pricing applies 7 June – 15 August 2026
Start any Monday
Just £75/week more than General English
That's only £15.00 per extra lesson — outstanding value for only £75/week more than General English.
🎉 Every 11th Week FREE!
Book 11+ consecutive weeks outside summer and get every 11th week completely free.
Condition: Out of summer only, minimum 11 weeks
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During summer (7 June – 15 August), adult Intensive English courses are delivered by our partner school ELC Brighton at Palmeira Square, Hove. Summer Intensive includes 25 lessons per week with elective afternoon options.
Combine your Intensive course with accommodation for total English immersion. Practise outside class with a local family, or enjoy the convenience of living on campus.
Live with a local Brighton family. Practise English at mealtimes and experience real British life. Options from bed & breakfast to full board.
Live at the school campus with fellow students. Self-catering with shared kitchen and common areas. Available out of summer only.
"Excellent school! Teachers that really pushed me to improve my English and identify where I might need improvements. I spent a whole term there and made so many friends, improved my English immensely and learned tons about English culture. Highly recommend enrolling here if given the opportunity, you won't regret it!"
"I was at Loxdale quite a long time ago, in 1987, but still I think it was one of the best semesters of my life. I improved my English so much. Today I use the English language a lot, and I feel very confident speaking English. Native English speakers sometimes have difficulties hearing where I actually come from."
"The teachers are fantastic, the rooms are beautiful and the atmosphere is just right. You make great friends from all over the world."
Find the course that best fits your goals and schedule
Our core 15-hour programme — perfect if you want a balance of study and free time to explore Brighton.
Combine 18.75 hours of English with specialist workshops in Art, Drama, Performing Arts, or Health & Wellbeing.
Supplement your Intensive course with private lessons for focused attention on your specific needs and goals.
Make the most of every day in Brighton. With 25 lessons per week, expert teachers, and small classes, our Intensive course is designed for students who are serious about progress.