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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

When I decided to go England alone, I was worried because I couldn’t speak English. However, when I came to study at the school, I was felt better, because of the school not too big, teachers and staff were very kind, and they were always ready to help me. They fully intended on easing my worries. So, it was quite easy to get used to living in England. My friends that I have met here, were very wonderful, although I couldn’t speak English well. They tried to communicate with me and help me when I had problems. When we had time, we always went traveling together. Studying English at school was very fun, not only for learning a language, but also exchanging knowledge and cultural experiences with my friends that came from many parts of the world. I learnt so many things about England from my teachers at school. The school was located in the city centre of Reading, not too far from London, 30 minutes by train. The cost of living here is cheaper than London, but you will have enough to live comfortably. If you have an opportunity to study English in England, I would recommend The English Language Centre.

Ayumi, Thailand

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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