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Classic Program for 40+

Kaplan International: London Covent Garden 30+
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Course description

40+ English Courses are special English language programs designed for people over 40. They offer you the chance to learn English in an overseas location, with other mature students. The course will help you to boost your communication, reading and writing skills and build your confidence when in English-speaking countries.

A light course load of 20 General English lessons (15 hours of tuition) and three organized social events a week means you’ll get a good balance of lessons and sightseeing, and get the chance to mingle with other mature students of different nationalities. Accommodation options are diverse, and can be adapted to suit individual needs.

General English classes

Our experienced teachers are all certified and qualified in teaching English and our lesson content and curricula are carefully designed to improve students' reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. You will join students of all nationalities and ages in classes which correspond to your level of English. On your first morning you will take a Kaplan International College test to make sure that your level of English is correctly assessed and you are put in the right class.

Activities

You will enjoy a varied programme of social activities in the company of other students from your age group. Our Classic Programme social activities schedules are drawn up specifically with the 40+ age group in mind. Typical weekday activities include visits to Bath Abbey, the Victoria Art Gallery and the Jane Austen Centre, a traditional cream tea at Sally Lunn’s House, a visit to the Thermae Spa Centre and a boat trip on the River Avon. Local excursions to Bristol, Stonehenge or Bradford-upon-Avon can also be included. Recent destinations for Classic Programme full- day excursions have been to Oxford, Stratford-on-Avon and Salisbury.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
2 weeks
Start dates
09 Jun 2025 and 13 Oct 2025
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025

Kaplan International does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:15 AM - 12:45 PM
Break
12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
Afternoon session
01:45 PM - 03:15 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in London.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 40 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Kaplan International College London Covent Garden has an exciting international community, a comprehensive range of courses, excellent learning facilities and a fantastic location in a world-class capital city with something to suit all tastes. The college is situated in a historic, listed building dating from the 18th century which has been fully refurbished and modernised. Located just a 5-minute walk from Covent Garden, the college really is in the heart of London.

Number of classrooms
15

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Kaplan International: London Covent Garden 30+ varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

Kaplan International does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025

School location

England’s capital city has a charismatic and entrepreneurial spirit where opportunity and entertainment are never far away. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich culture and history: seek out unique and captivating art exhibitions, explore the bustling Covent Garden Market, or catch a show on the vibrant theater scene of the West End.

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Reviews

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"Tolle Lernzeit im Herzen von London"

Philipp Baumann, student from Switzerland

The school has an excellent location in Covent Garden. The English teachers are very good and vary the lessons in a pleasant way. I had a very good experience with these teachers. As a 44-year-old, I had hoped that there would be a few people over 30 in the class, which would be beneficial for communication. Unfortunately, this was not the case. The classrooms (rooms 6 and 2) are partially very small and poorly equipped. We were in room 2 with up to 15 people. Absolutely uncomfortable.
Despite this, I still had a very good time and would recommend the school to younger people!

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
14 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Beautiful"

Rukya Mandrile, student from Afghanistan

I really liked the teachers because they were so kind and prepared. The environment was friendly and I really felt like home.
Classes were well organised and interactive. It's so good they ask you to speak a lot. I would strongly recommend this school to anyone.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
13 Feb 2017 - 24 Feb 2017
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Kaplan has good teachers and the environment in Kaplan due to the different culture is something amazing and incredible."

Yader Antonio El Azar, student from Nicaragua

Kaplan was really good in the academic part, because the teachers were extremely well prepared and engaged really good with their students. Location was good, but the housing was quite bad, because some of them were really far, and using the underground was difficult during peak hours, so people from Zone 3 or 4 were always affected in that case. Activities were fun and good.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
6 Jul 2015 - 31 Jul 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
housing

Housing

Kaplan International offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay (zones 3 to 6) - (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (Twin)

£ 220
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of London
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 45 - 60 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 220
Living in a homestay will allow you to practice your English in a real-life setting. Please remember that you are both part of a family and a guest at the same time. It is important that you respect different habits and customs such as meal times and different foods. You may have to help with household chores, keep your bedroom tidy and make your bed each morning. Make sure that you always ask for permission to bring friends round and remember to ask before you change channels on the television!

Zone classification is based on the vicinity of the homestay in relation to a London Underground Station where available.

Homestay (zones 3 to 6) - (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (Single)

£ 255
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of London
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 45 - 60 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 255
Living in a homestay will allow you to practice your English in a real-life setting. Please remember that you are both part of a family and a guest at the same time. It is important that you respect different habits and customs such as meal times and different foods. You may have to help with household chores, keep your bedroom tidy and make your bed each morning. Make sure that you always ask for permission to bring friends around and remember to ask before you change channels on the television!

Zone classification is based on the vicinity of the homestay in relation to a London Underground Station where available.

Homestay (zones 1 and 2) - (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (Twin)

£ 275
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of London
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 275
Living in a homestay will allow you to practise your English in a real-life setting. Please remember that you are both part of a family and a guest at the same time. It is important that you respect different habits and customs such as meal times and different foods. You may have to help with household chores, keep your bedroom tidy and make your bed each morning. Make sure that you always ask for permission to bring friends round and remember to ask before you change channels on the television!

Zone classification is based on the vicinity of the homestay in relation to a London Underground Station where available.

Homestay (zones 1 and 2) - (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (Single)

£ 310
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of London
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 310
Living in a homestay will allow you to practise your English in a real-life setting. Please remember that you are both part of a family and a guest at the same time. It is important that you respect different habits and customs such as meal times and different foods. You may have to help with household chores, keep your bedroom tidy and make your bed each morning. Make sure that you always ask for permission to bring friends round and remember to ask before you change channels on the television!

Zone classification is based on the vicinity of the homestay in relation to a London Underground Station where available.

Homestay with private bathroom (zones 3 to 6) - (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (single)

£ 320
weekly
Location: In the city center of London
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom
Distance to school: 45 - 60 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 320
Living in a homestay will allow you to practice your English in a real-life setting. Please remember that you are both part of a family and a guest at the same time. It is important that you respect different habits and customs such as meal times and different foods. You may have to help with household chores, keep your bedroom tidy and make your bed each morning. Make sure that you always ask for permission to bring friends around and remember to ask before you change channels on the television!

Zone classification is based on the vicinity of the homestay in relation to a London Underground Station where available.

Homestay with private bathroom (zones 1 and 2) - (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (single)

£ 375
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of London
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 375
Living in a homestay will allow you to practise your English in a real-life setting. Please remember that you are both part of a family and a guest at the same time. It is important that you respect different habits and customs such as meal times and different foods. You may have to help with household chores, keep your bedroom tidy and make your bed each morning. Make sure that you always ask for permission to bring friends round and remember to ask before you change channels on the television!

Zone classification is based on the vicinity of the homestay in relation to a London Underground Station where available.
student-residence

Residence Scape Wembley Single Studios - No meals

£ 370
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: Fulton Rd, Wembley Park, Wembley HA9 0TF, UK
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 40 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 370
Located in Wembley Park, Scape Wembley has everything you need to stay in one of the most exciting cities in the world. A stone's throw from central London, Wembley Park is a melting pot of culture with many restaurants and bars lining the streets, including the famous Wembley Stadium, which hosts sports events and concerts all year. The residence itself offers modern studio rooms with private kitchens and bathrooms, meaning you can truly relax after a busy day in the capital. The beautiful common spaces include a cinema room and communal kitchen; perfect for socialising and practising your English after class and an on-site gym makes it easy to stay fit whilst you study.

Residence Scape Canada Water Single Room - No meals

£ 500
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: Quebec Way, London SE16 7LP, UK
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 30 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 500
Located in Canada Water, Scape has everything you need to stay in one of the most exciting cities in the world. A stone's throw from central London and even closer to the iconic London Bridge area of the city, Canada Water is a riverside neighbourhood which enjoys close proximity to trendy Bermondsey, famed for it's street food markets and craft beer scene, as well as London Bridge, which is home to the famous Borough Market and The Shard. The residence itself offers modern ensuite rooms with bathrooms and shared kitchen. The beautiful common spaces include a cinema room and communal kitchen, as well as access to a gym

Battersea Residence Single Room - No meals

£ 525
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 5 Palmerston Way, Battersea, London SW8 4AQ, UK
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, and wireless internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 525
Based in a stunning part of the city just moments away from vibrant local attractions, students at Battersea Urban Nest have access to everything London has to offer. This modern residence features en-suite rooms with shared kitchens equipped with a fridge/freezer, oven, dishwasher, microwave, and a spacious dining area. Each room includes a comfortable bed, desk and chair, wardrobe, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The accommodation provides plenty of common areas, including a gym and study spaces, allowing you to socialize with fellow international students and university students, which will help you improve your English outside of class. There’s also 24/7 security, WiFi throughout the building, and a convenient laundry room.

Aldgate Residence Single Studios - No meals

£ 560
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 60 Commercial Road, London E1 1LP, UK
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, and wireless internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 560
Close to iconic landmarks such as the Museum of London, St Paul's Cathedral, and Buckingham Palace, IQ Student Accommodation in Aldgate offers modern studio living with easy access to the rest of the city. Each studio features a small double bed, desk and chair, wardrobe, and en-suite bathroom. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, sink, hob, and fridge, along with a dining area and chair for convenience. Students can enjoy a variety of on-site social spaces, including a games room, sky lounge, karaoke room, and cinema room. The residence also includes a laundry room for added convenience. With WiFi available throughout the building and 24-hour security, IQ Student Accommodation in Aldgate provides a secure and vibrant environment for students to thrive in London.

Residence IQ Shoreditch Single Studios - No meals

£ 595
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 2 Silicon Way,, London N1 6AT, UK
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, and wireless internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 595
A 2-minute walk from Old Street Tube, IQ Shoreditch offers luxurious accommodation with a suite of impressive social spaces including a sky lounge. It’s studio rooms allow you to live independently and live the lifestyle that suits you. The accommodation is complemented by a range of excellent social and study areas. There is a gym, cinema room, art and dance studios, a courtyard, and a spacious top-floor sky lounge with incredible views across the city. IQ Shoreditch is just a short 20-minute tube to both schools. You will also be close to some of London's best restaurants, bars and nightlife, and lovely Shoreditch Park and Regent's Canal.

Offers luxurious accommodation with a suite of impressive social spaces including a sky lounge
Includes a gym, cinema room, art and dance studios, a courtyard
Studio rooms allow you to live independently and live the lifestyle that suits you
Close to some of London's best restaurants, bars and nightlife, and lovely Shoreditch Park and Regent's Canal
2-minute walk from Old Street Tube
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from Kaplan International . Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 40 when you register.

Learn more about how to get a UK visa »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to London based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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