Level of language

FOUNDATION

Designed for students who know little or no English, the emphasis is on oral English and reading of basic texts. Successful students will be able to conduct simple conversations and have a knowledge of simple English structures

ELEMENTARY

Here the foundations of the language are expanded and many more everyday situations are introduced. Students will be able to ask simple questions, express their needs and understand basic texts.

PRE-INTERMEDIATE

Here we focus on understanding everyday spoken English at normal speed, expressing ideas clearly and reading a variety of common texts. The main structures of the language will be generally used and understood.

INTERMEDIATE

At this level, most everyday English conversation at normal speed can be understood, together with reading many texts without the help of a dictionary. Structures and vocabulary which depend on context will be used

UPPER-INTERMEDIATE

More subtle distinctions in spoken and written English can be explored, and a sound command of English structure should be obtained. Everyday conversations and common accents will be understood without difficulty

ADVANCED

Students learn to discriminate in matters of style, shades of expression and implied meanings. Fluency and accuracy to near-native standard is the objective, plus a wide and specialist vocabulary for a variety of contexts