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The English Language and Teacher Training (CELTA) Centre 2026

6 or 11 Month Short-Term Study Visa
All students can study for 6 or 11 months on this visa at our school, at any time in the year.  If you have a Tourist VIsa you can study for up to 6 months.

The school had an Excellent result from the government inspection, and we celebrate 41 years of the school.  We are a Provider of Higher Education Courses - CELTA and DELTA Teacher Training

We have General English Classes and Cambridge Exam Courses with qualified and experienced teachers.

Monday to Friday 10.30 - 12.30, 13.00 - 15.00 and 18.00 - 20.00
  • NEW Proficiency (C2)
  • Advanced (C1)
  • First (B2) Upper Intermediate
  • Intermediate (B1)
  • £2.50 English Club 13.00 - 15.00 & 18.00 - 20.00 (Wednesdays)
  • Exam Preparation for B1, B2, C1 and C2

► Online classes continue as usual
► IELTS online  and private individual preparation

If you would like to have private online classes email Kate: info@efl-reading.co.uk

6 or 11 Month Short-Term Study Visa 

Acceptance letters provided for this visa.

Great value classes 

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY GENERAL ENGLISH CLASSES

£15.00 for 2 hours  ONE HOUR TRIAL IS FREE

That's the best value in the south of England! 

English Club for £2.50: 

Monday - Friday 13.00 - 15.00 Wednesday 18.00 - 20.00 



CELTA Teacher Training since 2000

Training in 2026

April - July Day CELTA Course

Now is the time to train to become a teacher of English to foreign adults. Just two days per week, face to face training courses accredited by the University of Cambridge.

The CELTA & DELTA courses are taught by our experienced and fully qualified tutors.


Cambridge University Examination Preparation since 1990


We are an authorised centre for preparation of exams for Cambridge University.

Government Inspection & Accreditation

The School was inspected in November 2024 by ISI on behalf of the Home Office. We are a Sponsor centre for Student Visa (Tier 4 visa) students and Short Term Study visa students.  The Language School is well-managed so that a high standard of care and education is maintained.

Private Further Education

Student Testimonials

The English Language Centre was a great experience. There were many things that make me say that. At the beginning the welcome was wow, amazing as a foreigner in a new country. The manger and the teachers were friendly, lovely, and they have the sense of responsibility for teaching us. I had the opportunity to learn a lot of words every day at the school, and then after one month I realized that I picked up a lot of English words and expressions, which was incredible for me. These people aren’t just teaching you English they are teaching you how to be confident and strong when you speak a different language. Here I am now, I have the ability to speak English confidently, strongly, and comfortably. One more important thing to not forget, I had the chance to meet many students from different countries around the world and I’m still in touch with them. I had also learned about cultural diversity and different traditions in many countries through this unique experience. That was amazing, I’d really recommend The English Language Centre for anyone who wants to learn English.

Jamila, Saudi Arabia

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Contact us

Call us on +44 (0)118 939 1833

Email us on info@efl-reading.co.uk

Drop in to see us any time during the week at 6b Church Street, Reading, RG1 2SB

Office opening hours:
Monday , Tuesday & Thursday 9.30-15.00, Wednesday 10.00-15.00 & Friday 9.30-13.30
(may change during holiday periods)

www.telc-reading.co.uk