School Snapshot
ILC Colchester offers a welcoming and inspiring place to learn English, set in a beautiful building within a pleasant residential area. The school is close to Colchester’s historic town centre, with a wide choice of independent shops and popular retail outlets, as well as the nearby University of Essex. Students benefit from excellent transport links, with London just one hour away by train, while enjoying the calm surroundings of rural countryside, including Dedham and coastal villages such as Mersea.
School Info
Study in Britain's Oldest City
ILC Colchester offers students the opportunity to study English in Britain’s oldest recorded town, once the Roman capital. Located in a beautiful historic building close to the town centre, the school is surrounded by rich history, with Castle Park and its impressive Norman castle at its heart. Colchester combines vibrant modern amenities with heritage charm, featuring excellent shopping, nightlife, and attractions. With nearby coastal villages, rural beauty spots, and great transport links to London and Stansted within an hour, students enjoy an ideal blend of history and contemporary British
Exceptional Facilities and Learning
ILC Colchester provides outstanding study facilities within a picturesque environment surrounded by stunning gardens. The school features 11 modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards, computer rooms, a learning resource centre, and a comfortable student common room and conservatory. Students benefit from comprehensive facilities including a fully equipped science laboratory, dining areas, and disabled access throughout. The weekly social programme encourages students to explore the historic town centre, nearby University of Essex, and surrounding countr
Welcoming and Supportive Community
Students join a supportive learning community in a pleasant residential area that combines peaceful study with easy access to everything the town offers. The school’s location near independent shops, well-known retail outlets, and historic attractions provides students with countless opportunities for language immersion in daily life. With excellent transport connections and proximity to beautiful rural areas like Dedham and coastal spots such as Mersea Island, learners experience authentic British culture while developing their English skills in a warm, professional environment.
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19 Lexden Rd, Colchester CO3 3PW
Accommodation
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UK Student Residences
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School Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Library
- Computer Room
- Self-Study Area
- Student Lounge
- Garden/Outdoor Space
- Air Conditioning
- Interactive Whiteboards
Additional Services
- Accommodation Assistance
- Social Activities Programme
- Homestay Coordination
Available Courses
Communication Skills
Afternoon course focused on building speaking, listening and vocabulary through interactive practice.
£100 / week
£100 / week
£400
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Main Course
Balanced General English course covering all core skills with 20 lessons per week in small classes.
From £290 – £320 per week
£290 / week
£1,160
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Main Course Intensive
Intensive programme combining morning General English with afternoon Communication Skills for faster progress.
From £375 – £405 per week
£375 / week
£1,500
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Colchester Summer School – Course + Activities — 15 lessons
English classes with full supervised activity programme and excursions for ages 11-16 (no accommodation).
From £536.25 – £550 per week
£536.25 / week
£2,145
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Colchester Summer School – Course Only — 15 lessons
English classes only for ages 11-16 — no accommodation or activities included.
From £321.75 – £330 per week
£321.75 / week
£1,287
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Colchester Summer School – Homestay Package — 15 lessons
Complete summer package with English classes, activities, homestay accommodation, meals and excursions for ages 11-16.
From £828.75 – £850 per week
£828.75 / week
£3,315
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IELTS Course
IELTS exam preparation developing test strategies and academic English skills for university entry.
From £290 – £320 per week
£290 / week
£1,160
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IELTS Course Intensive
Intensive IELTS preparation combining morning exam training with afternoon Communication Skills for accelerated results.
From £375 – £405 per week
£375 / week
£1,500
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Main Course + Business English
Morning General English combined with afternoon specialist Business English sessions for professional development.
From £435 – £485 per week
£435 / week
£1,740
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Main Course + English and Culture
Morning General English combined with afternoon cultural English sessions exploring British life and heritage.
From £435 – £485 per week
£435 / week
£1,740
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Main Course + English for IT
Morning General English combined with afternoon specialist English for IT professionals.
From £435 – £485 per week
£435 / week
£1,740
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Main Course + Medical English
Morning General English combined with afternoon specialist Medical English for healthcare professionals.
From £435 – £485 per week
£435 / week
£1,740
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Main Course + Other Specialist Subject
Morning General English combined with afternoon specialist sessions tailored to your professional field.
From £435 – £485 per week
£435 / week
£1,740
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Main Course + Work Experience
Morning General English classes combined with afternoon volunteer work placement for practical language experience.
From £290 – £320 per week
£290 / week
£1,160
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One-to-One Online
Personalized online English lessons with an experienced ILC teacher from anywhere in the world.
£65 / week
£65 / week
£260
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One-to-One Private Tuition
Fully personalized individual English lessons with flexible scheduling tailored to your goals.
£65 / week
£65 / week
£260
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