About Learning English at Swan
The two teachers you will meet on our General English Intensive Course will give you different experiences to help you get the most out of learning a language. We do things differently in our classrooms, using a blend of the latest technology with traditional language learning methods, and we base our lessons on you and your interests. Each week, guided by a general topic, you practise speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in a warm and friendly environment. The lessons start with clear weekly goals, and include a monthly one-to-one session with your teacher to work on your own individual learning plan. You will have regular progress assessments and feedback, guided by your SELT learning portfolio.
Times and Location
Monday – Friday / 9am – 1pm, 1:45pm – 5pm / Grafton Street
You will make fast progress in…
- Everyday English
- Fluency
- Pronunciation
- Vocabulary & grammar
Why Swan?
- Listening, reading & writing skills
- Individual learning plan and learner portfolio
- Regular one-to-one sessions with your teacher
- Blend of new technology and traditional learning techniques
- Exam Coordinator available outside of class time
- Online placement test available before you arrive – on your iphone or android device
- Small class size – average 10 -12
- Library and free wi-fi
- Carefully planned social programme to help you practise your English outside of the school
- Available at Cambridge Exam levels
A1. For students who are new to learning English
A2 TIE For students who can use a little English
B1 PET For students who can use English in certain contexts
B1+ FCE For students who can use English very easily in many contexts
B2 FCE For students who are close to fluency when speaking English
C1 CAE For students who speak native-like English