Bayswater College has been accredited for teaching English courses since 1978. Founded as Stanton School of English in 1973, the language school merged with London Study Centre in 2015.
The British Council accredited college has taught thousands of students from around the world to speak more confidently, pass exams and gain a better understanding of how to use their English in real life situations.
General English
Our Standard General English course focuses on the four core language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing to help you to use the English language more effectively.
IELTS Preparation
Prepare for this internationally recognised exam which is the standard qualification for universities, employers, and for visa purposes.
Explore London
A standard general English course combined with teacher- led activities exploring London after class.
Family Programmes
A cultural holiday for you and your children, will allow you to improve your English, explore London through a dedicated activity programme, or make your own itinerary.
Summer Camps
An exciting range of summer camp options for teenagers in London and across the UK.
Groups
Whatever the needs of your group, Bayswater can create a study tour tailored to your needs. Combine a short course of English with experiencing a new culture while exploring the sites of London.
Academic Progress
We use the latest teaching methods and the best technology available. We know that high-quality teaching produces high-quality results. An interactive and communicative approach using the latest teaching methodology technology and makes lessons relevant and interesting so that you can achieve your language goals more quickly.
We will help you reach your target English level by regularly checking your progress and providing personalised guidance and extra support to improve your learning.
| English Level | CEFR | Description | IELTS | Cambridge | TOEFL Ibt | Language Cert |
| Proficient | C2 | You can use English with easy and fluency. Improve by increasing your understanding of the nuances of the language and engaging in independent reading to develop your vocabulary further. | 7–8 | CPE | 94 – 109 | Mastery |
| Advanced | C1+ | You can use English in a range of culturally appropriate ways. Improve by extending your vocabulary and re ning your use of style and register. | 6–7 | CAE | 60 – 93 | Expert |
| C1 | 6.0 – 6.5 | |||||
| Upper Intermediate | B2+ | You can use English effectively. Improve by learning to discuss, argue and express opinion in a culturally acceptably way. Re ne your use of grammar and vocabulary. | 5.5 – 6.0 | FCE | 48 – 60 | Communicator |
| B2 | 5.0 – 5.5 | 35 – 47 | ||||
| Advanced | B1+ | You can speak English with some con dence. Improve by developing your fluency, your understanding of grammar and by widening your vocabulary. | 3.5 – 5.0 | PET | 30 – 34 | Achiever |
| B1 | – | |||||
| Pre-intermediate | A2+ | You can communicate in a range of everyday social and travel contexts. Improve by developing your speaking, grammar and vocabulary. | – | – | 0 – 30 | Access |
| A2 | ||||||
| Elementary | A1 | You can understand English used in everyday situations if the speaker speaks clearly and slowly. Improve by developing your listening and vocabulary. | – | – | – | Preliminary |
| Beginner | – | You can speak and understand English in a very limited way. | – | – | – | – |
Quality Teaching
Bayswater teachers are experienced, qualified professionals who bring their passion for learning to the classroom. We give our students the skills to practise English in every situation from experiencing London with new friends to using it in a new job at home.
