General English

General English courses will focus on practical English skills, to help you communicate in day-to-day situations, at work and on holiday. On these courses we aim to build your confidence when communicating with English speakers and improving your fluency and accuracy in the language.

Courses are offered at the levels A1 to C1 according to the Common English Framework Reference, with the option of preparing for Cambridge Examinations B1 Preliminary, B2 First and C1 Advanced, or the equivalent range of examinations offered by LanguageCert from A1 to C1.

 

Maximum class size – 8

Average class size – 6

Most courses require the purchase of a textbook, priced within a range of £25 - £40, including access to digital resources for independent study.

 

A1-A2 English for beginners

This is an entry level course, suitable for beginners and elementary students looking to gain a solid foundation in the English Language and gain confidence in using English at an elementary level. On this level, the school offers two options: a course with special focus on Speaking and Listening, and a course covering all four skills following a set scheme with coursebook and regular assessment. As with all classes offered by Lyons Languages, you will receive regular feedback from your teachers and progress reviews.

Where can you go from here? From this level you can progress to level B1

 

B1 Pre-intermediate/B1 Plus Intermediate

These courses are designed for those looking to progress from the A2 level and progress to an intermediate level of English. This course will enable you to practise all skills, with a special focus on improving communication skills for use in everyday situations, while building on grammar knowledge and accuracy.

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Where can you go from here? At the end of this course, there is the option to take the Cambridge examination B1 First or LanguageCert B1 Achiever.

This level is also suitable for the B1 SELT test preparation to meet international visa requirements.

 

B2 Upper Intermediate

At this level, English learners are considered “confident” and able to live and work independently in an English-speaking environment. This course is ideal for those looking to achieve this independence and further improve their language skills to enable smooth and easy interaction with other English speakers.

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Where can you go from here? Many students on this level opt to take the Cambridge examination B2 First or the alternative LanguageCert B2 Communicator.

 

C1 Advanced

This is the in-depth, high-level qualification that shows you have the language skills that employers and universities are looking for, with the ability to function with a great deal of precision on a wide variety of subjects without preparation.

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Where can you go from here? Many students on this level opt to take the Cambridge examination C1 Advanced or and LanguageCert C1 Master.