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Summer Intensive English Course
for Adults in Brighton
Make maximum progress this summer. 25 lessons per week — including specialist electives in Business, Exam Prep, or Academic English — delivered by our expert partners at ELC Brighton.
Our Summer Intensive English Course Makes You Work a Little More!
Loxdale English Centre is in partnership with The English Language Centre in Brighton. This is another British Council accredited school, approximately 5km from Loxdale. Students who choose to study on this course will have lessons at the ELC premises at Palmeira Square, Hove. The direct bus from Loxdale to ELC takes 15 minutes.
The Summer Intensive English Course offers a balanced programme helping you to work on essential grammar, vocabulary, idioms, pronunciation and colloquial language. All English skills will be covered during this course; Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. We work hard to develop your confidence and fluency with everyday English.
You will also have afternoon lessons on Mondays to Thursdays with like-minded classmates to push you to achieve the most you can during your stay.
Our maximum class size is just 12 students, which means you will receive personal attention from your teacher at all times.
This summer intensive English course is suitable for students with all levels of English. All students have a test and an interview on their first day to establish their level of English.
Learning Hours
On the Summer Intensive course you will study 25 lessons a week. This is a total of 18.75 hours each week. You can study on the course for as many weeks as you like. If you would like to study for 30 lessons a week, just contact Loxdale to ask for prices.
Specialist Tuition
Do you want to combine the group lessons with some individual tuition? You can choose to add one-to-one lessons to your course. This means you will have the chance to work on your particular language needs or interests.
Learn about one-to-one lessons →Summer General English
£315/week (20 lessons)
Summer Intensive English ← YOU ARE HERE
£390/week (25 lessons)
Extra £100/week = 5 extra specialist lessons = 25% more contact time
Note: The "11th week free" offer does NOT apply to summer courses. This offer is for out-of-summer courses only.
ELC's social programme — ELC offers its own social activities. Some may have separate charges.
Students per Class
Small class sizes mean personal attention from your teacher at all times.
Grammar, vocabulary, idioms, pronunciation, and all four skills — Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing.
All students have a test and interview on their first day to establish their level. If you're unsure of your level, you can take our test before you enrol.
Working with the Council of Europe Language Level Scale (A2–C1), we'll place you in the right class for your abilities.

Explore the beautiful Brighton area with fellow students
Which Summer Course is Right for You?
Both courses are delivered by our expert partners at ELC Brighton. The difference? How fast you want to progress.
Summer General
Summer Intensive✦
25% more learning for just £100 extra
The cost of two coffees a day gets you 25% more learning
An extra £100/week = 5 extra specialist lessons = faster progress towards your goals
Summer Intensive — Structure & Electives
Morning — Core General English
20 lessons/week (same as Summer General)
- Focus: speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary
- Placement test on day one ensures the right level
- All-round improvement in practical communication
- Interactive, communicative teaching methods
Afternoon — Your Choice: Specialist Electives
5 lessons/week (3.75 hours)
Choose a focus area that matches your goals. Switch weekly if you want to try different electives.
Choose Your Elective Focus
Flexible choice: You select one elective at the start of each week. You can switch electives weekly, subject to availability.
The Intensive Course Is for You If…
- You have specific goals and limited time in Brighton
- You're highly motivated and want to be challenged every day
- You want to focus on a particular area like business or exam prep
- You want the fastest possible return on your investment
- You're preparing for an autumn exam or university start date
- You want 25% more contact time than a standard course

Not sure?
If you prefer more free time to explore Brighton or work alongside your studies, Summer General English might be a better fit. Both courses are delivered by ELC at the same location — the only difference is the afternoon elective sessions.
View Summer General English
Our Trusted Summer Partner — ELC Brighton
Like all our adult summer courses, Summer Intensive English is delivered by The English Language Centre (ELC) at Palmeira Square, Hove. ELC was rated Joint #1 UK language school by the EL Gazette, with modern facilities and a vibrant international student community.
You book through Loxdale. We handle everything. Your booking, support, and main contact remain with Loxdale throughout.
You book with us
You study here

Book with Loxdale, Study with ELC
Enquire with Loxdale
Tell us your dates, level, and preferred elective. We handle everything.
We Arrange Your Course
We book your Intensive course and accommodation with ELC on your behalf.
Arrive & Choose
Start at ELC's Palmeira Square school. Select your first elective on day one.
Your Intensive Course Questions
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Make Maximum Progress This Summer
The most focussed summer English course in Brighton. 25 lessons per week, specialist electives, and the freedom to customise your learning — all delivered by one of the UK's top language schools.

