Frequently Asked Questions

Course FAQs

In this page, we answer your frequently asked questions about our courses here at Wimbledon School of English in London.

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Studying English in London

Studying English in London

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Choosing the Right English Course

Choose the correct English course for your study trip in the UK

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Improving Your English

How you can improve your Englsih with WSE

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Accommodation and Student Life

Questions about accommodation and student life at WSE

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Choosing the Best English School in London

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This does not apply to courses booked in person, by email or through an application form." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is there a fee if I need to cancel my course?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "This depends on when you cancel and how you book. Please visit the Pre-arrival Cancellations and Refunds section of the terms and conditions for more information." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Why should I study English in London?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "London is one of the best places in the world to learn English. You can practise English every day with local people and students from many countries. At Wimbledon School of English, you study in small classes with experienced teachers. After class, you can explore London and use English in real life." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Wimbledon a good place to study English in London?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. 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You can study General English, IELTS preparation and many other courses." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What English courses are available at Wimbledon School of English?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Wimbledon School of English offers many courses for adult students, including General English, IELTS preparation, Cambridge exam preparation, OET preparation, English for professionals, and courses for students aged 30+ and 50+. There are also courses for Young Learners aged 8 to 17 with English Study Camps. All courses help students improve speaking, listening, reading and writing." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I prepare for the IELTS exam in London?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Wimbledon School of English offers IELTS preparation courses to help students get the score they need. Students learn exam skills, improve academic English and practise real IELTS tests." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is there a short IELTS preparation course?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. The full-time IELTS Preparation with Pre-sessional Academic English course can be taken from 1 to 10 weeks. The Academic IELTS Express course is a 4-week intensive course. The school also offers afternoon IELTS lessons and evening IELTS classes. These help students prepare quickly for the IELTS exam with exam practice and teacher feedback." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there English courses for professionals or adults over 30?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. The school offers a special course called 30+ English for Work and Life. 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