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Planning to study English in London? This article explains what to expect before you arrive, from visa requirements and accommodation to living costs and cultural immersion. Discover how Speak Up London supports students with English courses, housing options, and social activities to help you make the most of your London experience.
Make 2026 the year you achieve your English goals. Use our practical English Language Checklist to assess your level, set clear objectives, and build confidence. Plus, enjoy a winter holiday gift — 30% off all English courses at Speak Up London, with the option to start anytime in 2026.
British accents can be tricky for English learners. This article explores five of the hardest accents, explains why they’re challenging, highlights famous speakers, and offers tips to help you understand and practice them, including YouTube videos and courses at Speak Up London.
Phrasal verbs power everyday English. Master these 15, learn how particles change meaning, and practise with short tasks you can use in real life.
Prepositions like at, on, and in may be small, but they make a big difference when talking about time and place. In this article, you’ll learn simple rules and see real-life examples to use them more naturally.
Confused by words like lend vs borrow or fun vs funny? You’re not alone! This guide clears up 10 of the most common confusing English word pairs, with clear explanations, pronunciation tips, and examples so you can use them like a native speaker.
Many learners confuse the Short-term Study Visa with the Student Visa. This guide explains the difference in plain British English and shows which visa is required for English courses at private language schools.
We’re celebrating a very special occasion here at Speak Up London — it’s our 13th birthday!
And what better way to celebrate than by giving you a gift — our amazing community of English learners around the world? We’ve created something you’ll love: a free downloadable guide called “30+ English Phrases to Sound Like a Brit”
Improve your English speaking with a focused seven-day routine. Just minutes a day on key exercises can make your speech more fluent and confident.
Native speech can feel “too fast” because sounds link, disappear, or change. Here’s a clear routine to train listening so everyday English becomes easier to follow.
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Fatima Madrigal
5 days ago
Speak Up London is an excellent language school! The staff truly care about students. 🙌🏼 Maria is incredibly attentive and professional, always ready to help. Big thanks as well to Layla, the teachers, and Lucas for making the experience so enjoyable. I had a great time studying here! 🤗💯
Abegail Serdena
a week ago
Very recommendable, after studying for 2 weeks I improved so much and Layla is the best teacher! Planning to go back soon❤️❤️
gois
a month ago
Estou amando a escola, os professores são super profissionais, atenciosos e amigáveis. Nas aulas ninguém fica com dúvida alguma, sempre tem alguém tirando dúvidas e conversando em inglês que é a melhor parte.