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Get more out of your English course with private lessons

Want more personalised support during your English course? Add One-to-One sessions to any EC course. In each one-to-one English lesson, you’ll have your teacher’s full attention, and the ability to tailor your programme to your needs, goals and learning style. Focus on the areas that matter most to you, from grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation to English for work, travel and everyday communication. One-to-One English lessons are 60 minutes long and available at all EC schools for learners at every English level.

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USA

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Canada

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United Kingdom

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Ireland

Dublin

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Dublin 30+

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Malta

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Malta 30+

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South Africa

Cape Town

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Cape Town 30+

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UAE

Dubai

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Build confidence and improve the English skills that matter to you

Combine group classes and one-to-one lessons to balance social interaction with personalised learning.

What you can expect on this course

Individual focus

In your one-to-one sessions, you’ll receive your teacher’s undivided attention: No distractions. Every lesson can be adapted to your English level, goals and the skills you want to improve. You’ll receive focused practice, regular feedback and encouragement throughout your lessons.

Tailored programme

Choose the topics you want to focus on and work with your teacher to tailor your personalised plan. You may want to dig in to grammar and vocabulary, learn English needed for a trip you’re planning—or both. These personalised sessions offer you the flexibility you need.

Qualified teachers

AT EC, all our one-to-one instructors are qualified and able to tailor lessons to suit your individual needs. Whether you seek one-to-one sessions to enhance school, work or travel experiences, your teachers can set you up for success.

Programme balance

Take advantage of the interaction found on a group course and the personal attention of One-to-One classes. Combine One-to-One lessons with a group course for a well-balanced approach to achieving your English goals.

Nurturing environment

One-to-one lessons give you a private space to practise English without the pressure of speaking in front of a larger group This is a great way to become more confident in the classroom. With your teacher’s support, you’ll acquire the English skills and the confidence you need.

Guaranteed progress

Commitment to one-to-one sessions produces results. In addition to helping you improve your English skills quickly, these sessions will help you sharpen your focus, improve your classroom participation skills and boost your confidence.

Reasons to add a one-to-one English course

You want to improve your language level significantly in a short space of time
You want to benefit from uninterrupted teacher attention
You want to combine the interaction of a group course with the individual attention of private lessons

Experience real outcomes

At EC, we are committed to ensuring optimal outcomes for our students. That’s why, for 30 years, we have made research and measurement the cornerstones of our curriculum development, teaching methods and review process. This approach enables us to scientifically design a language learning experience for you, based on your unique needs and goals, that will reliably deliver optimal results.

One-To-One at EC English

Learn faster with private lessons: Take our one-to-one English course

There are many benefits to taking one-to-English sessions while you’re on one of our English language programmes. First and foremost, you’re likely to learn the language faster, because you’ll be receiving undivided attention of your instructor, who can tailor lessons to your needs, goals and learning style. With extra speaking and writing practice as well as more targeted feedback, you’ll develop confidence in your skills, which will help you across your language programme.

Combine private lessons with group courses and international classmates

Wherever you choose to learn English with EC, you’ll be studying in a school alongside like-minded classmates from all over the world who are in your age group and share your passions and goals.

For example, if you are age 16+, you’ll study with others looking to improve their English for school, work or travel. If you are in a 30+ school, you’ll study with other ambitious professionals who share your career goals. You can balance the benefits of group class interaction with those of one-to-one English classes to get the most out of your programme.

Add Special Focus classes to give your one-to-one sessions an extra boost

While you’re learning English and taking your one-to-one English course, consider taking one of our Special Focus classes to enhance your programme even further. EC offers many Special Focus classes and clinics that can help you improve your vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation, enhance your conversational skills, use new technologies to improve your written English and advance your career. Special Focus lessons are available on group courses of more than 20 lessons per week.

Study in one of the world’s most spectacular destinations

No matter where you take your One-to-One English course with EC, you’ll be improving your English skills in one of the most thrilling English-speaking cities in the world—from New York to London, Vancouver to Cape Town. At each school, you’ll enjoy an activities programme, tailored to your age group and goals, that will immerse you in all your host city has to offer.

Benefit from exceptional instructors

All our One-to-One English course instructors are experts in their fields, and are able to tailor your lessons to your needs and skill level. Every step of the way, our teachers will provide guidance, support, feedback and assessments to ensure that you are always getting the most out of your course and are on track to meet your unique goals.

Count on a supportive school community

At EC, we know that when you choose One-to-One English courses, a supportive learning environment is key to your success. So you can rest assured that all our one-to-one instructors will provide encouragement and motivation as you improve your skills. At every EC school, you can also count on the support of a nurturing community that is deeply committed to inclusivity and diversity. You’ll always feel like you belong here, and that your unique voice is part of the global conversation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the accommodation options on my one-to-one English course?

At EC English, we offer host family or residence/student apartment accommodations. If you choose a homestay option when learning English in different cities, you will live with a family in your chosen destination. This is a great option if you want an opportunity to practice your English with a local family over homecooked meals. If you’re looking for more independence, you may want to consider a shared student residence.

I’m 32, and I want to take a one-to-one English course. Which school should I choose?

If you are age 30 or over, you will want to choose one of our EC 30+ schools in one of the world’s most thrilling cities. The programmes at these schools are designed exclusively for experienced, 30+ students who want to focus on their professional development as part of their language learning journey, and study alongside likeminded classmates.

I want to take a one-to-one English course. What are some of the benefits of private lessons

In one-to-one sessions, you’ll receive your teacher’s undivided attention: No distractions. What’s more, every lesson will be designed to fit your unique needs, the topics you’re interested in, your language level and your flexibility requirements. Taken together, these benefits can accelerate your language learning.

How do one-to-one English courses work?

Add One-to-One sessions to any EC course and maximize your progress through private lessons. With individual attention, these sessions are 100% focused on your requirements and designed by your teachers to match your specific needs. These 45-minute one-to-one sessions are offered at all EC schools, including our 30+ schools, for every English language level.