St Giles English Teaching

Founded in 1955, St Giles International is one of the most respected names in English language education worldwide. With more than 70 years of experience teaching English to students from all walks of life, St Giles has built a longstanding reputation for excellence, innovation, and personal learning success. Every year, around 10,000 students from over 100 countries choose St Giles to help them achieve their language goals — whether that means improving communication skills, advancing careers, preparing for further study, or simply enjoying the life-changing experience of studying abroad.

From its beginnings in a small room in Soho, London, St Giles has expanded into a global network of high-quality language centres in the United Kingdom, Canada, and beyond. Today, the school operates multiple year-round adult learning centres, junior summer programmes, and family courses that cater to learners of all ages and levels. Despite this growth, St Giles remains proudly independent and family-run — carrying forward the values and personal commitment to students that defined its founders.

At the heart of St Giles’s mission is a learner-centred approach. The school’s philosophy emphasises treating students as individuals, recognising their unique goals, strengths, and learning styles. Whether a student is a beginner or an advanced speaker, the curriculum is designed to be flexible, engaging, and directly relevant to real-world language use. Courses are intentionally learner-centred, encouraging active participation, practical communication, and cultural immersion — both inside and outside the classroom.

Wide Range of Courses for Every Goal

St Giles offers a comprehensive suite of English language programmes to meet the varied needs of its international student community. These include:

• General English courses that develop core language skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Examination Preparation (IELTS, Cambridge exams, and more) for students aiming to achieve internationally recognised qualifications.
• Business and Professional English tailored to career enhancement and workplace communication.
• Junior and Family Courses designed to support younger learners and learners of all ages studying together.
• Platinum and Executive Courses that provide premium learning experiences for professionals and mature learners.
• Additional specialised and intensive pathways for students seeking tailor-made options.

Across these programmes, small class sizes ensure personal attention from highly qualified teachers. Many instructors at St Giles hold internationally recognised teaching qualifications — such as Cambridge CELTA or Trinity CertTESOL — and are chosen both for their expertise and their passion for teaching.

A Truly International Experience

One of the defining features of St Giles is its diverse student community. With learners from every continent, the school not only teaches English but also fosters global connections and cultural exchange. St Giles students benefit from this multicultural atmosphere in both formal lessons and structured social activities, which are designed to build confidence, friendships, and intercultural understanding.

Beyond classrooms, students enjoy modern facilities, interactive learning tools, and a full programme of extracurricular experiences. These can range from social events and city tours to cultural excursions that immerse learners in the local context of their study destination. This holistic approach ensures that learning continues beyond the classroom, helping students feel confident and comfortable using English in real life.