Welcome to Westbourne Academy Bournemouth!
Learn English in Bournemouth at a British Council accredited language school
Westbourne Academy Bournemouth
We are a leading British Council accredited English school, offering a range of English courses from General English classes to Business and IELTS Exam preparation courses.
Study English in Beautiful Bournemouth
Bournemouth is the UK’s #3rd most popular destination for English study outside London, welcoming 15 ,000+ students each year.
Our language school is a short walk from Bournemouth Beach and just over 1 hour & 45 minutes from London by rail, making it the ideal base to study English in the UK while enjoying a safe seaside lifestyle and easy weekend travel.
Perfect Location in Bournemouth
Learn English just minutes from the beach in a safe, beautiful area full of shops, cafés, and coastal charm.
Quality Education at Affordable Prices
Enjoy expert teaching, small class sizes, and free study resources — all with great value tuition fees.
International Atmosphere
Study with students from around the world in a warm, welcoming environment. Make lifelong friends and practise English every day.
Friendly Homestay & Full Support
Live with local hosts, experience British culture, and get 24/7 support from our caring accommodation and welfare team.
- Quality school at good prices
- Short walk to the beach (named fifth best in Europe 2021)
- Carefully chosen and regularly inspected accommodation
- Free WiFi in the school and all accommodation
- Social programme offering interesting and varied activities every week and staff-led excursions
- Free course materials
- General English, IELTS Preparation, Cambridge FCE & CAE courses
- Free online materials for students
- 24-hour emergency support
- On-site coffee shop at good prices (Pre-ordered lunches available)
- Supported by New City College, a large, successful, government college in London
- Computer room and listening centre for free self - study
More than 98% of students says they would recommend Westbourne Academy to a good friend!
We welcomed students from 59 countries last year.
Over 15,000 students have studied with us since we opened our doors.
Every teacher at Westbourne Academy is CELTA or DELTA certified or equivalent.
Your Home Away from Home
Westbourne Academy chooses friendly, experienced hosts who welcome you like family, share local tips and sit down to meals with you – the perfect time to try new vocabulary! All homes include free Wi-Fi, a quiet study space and weekly cleaning, plus breakfast and dinner every day and full board at weekends.
Learning English in Beautiful Bournemouth
Improve your understanding of British culture, compare it to your own and other cultures from around the world. You can do all of these things at our international language school in Bournemouth and we can arrange for you to stay in a carefully selected homestay. Select your course, the number of weeks and number of lessons you would like to study each week and we will place you in in the best language level after your language assessment.
Westbourne Academy Bournemouth is an English language school situated in a beautiful location on the south coast of England and in the interesting and charming distrivt of Westbourne and in walking distance to the beach and Bournemouth town centre.
Westbourne Academy language school is part of New City College, a government funded college in London which is now London’s second largest college with over 20,000 students studying a wide range of courses. Westbourne Academy became part of New City College in September 2016 which means that Westbourne Academy students can benefit from studying at a Further Education college as well. Westbourne Academy has a sister school in Oxford called the Oxford School of English so students can also benefit from studying in this historic town.
Find your perfect English course
Whether you’re starting your English learning journey or preparing for university or career success, our centrally located English language school offer expert teaching, modern facilities, and a vibrant student experience.
Hear From Our Students
Eloise Warren
Right from day 1 of teaching at WA I was made to feel like a member of its family. The other more experienced teachers were supportive and gave great advice. The management listened to my opinions about course books or needs for training and acted on them. This ensured I felt supported and fully equipped to teach. The students are from all over the world and are often here to improve their English for work. So they are usually very hard working and work hard to attend their lessons. Furthermore I was impressed by the level of inclusion and understanding of diverse faiths in the school. By allowing Muslim students to go pray on a Friday and providing space for prayer. Additionally despite being small the school provides a lift and wheelchair access and even makes allowances for specific needs. Whether they be physical or learning needs. Teachers have the opportunity to join in on activities and as a result create strong memories with their students. I just love all the inclusion. And how it does feel like a big family. Teachers, staff and students all feel comfortable enough to laugh and joke with each other and that is rarely found in other schools.
Date: August 24, 2021
Bruno Alves de Oliveira
Wonderful school. Management, staff, teachers and host families are excellent. I recommend it to anyone who wants to learn English. I had a great time.
Date: February 10, 2025
Loane Indermühle
I think this school is really good! The teachers are pleasant and very patient with us, I was able to do a week and 3 days in an international class, I find it really good that I was able to do it! And I prefer it to the last week in my class, because there were disruptions and the level was a bit simpler! But it was still very good!
Date: November 1, 2024
Maria Eduarda
Being there was an amazing experience! The classes were great and you can see improvement in a short period of time! If had the option, I'll definitely go back!
Date: February 10, 2025
Наталия Сидорук
Westbourne Academy Bournemouth is an English language school located in a stunning spot on England's south coast. It's conveniently situated within walking distance of charming Bournemouth's sandy beaches. The academy prides itself on offering a calm and inclusive atmosphere, welcoming students from all backgrounds. With small class sizes and native experienced teachers, students receive personalized attention, fostering both academic success and meaningful connections with people from around the world. Furthermore, the school's modern facilities, including interactive whiteboards in every classroom, contribute to a dynamic learning experience. Whether participating in engaging extracurricular activities or exploring the nearby attractions, students at Westbourne Academy are sure to have an enriching and memorable study abroad experience. My time here is truly enriching, making it an easy recommendation for those seeking an exceptional language learning journey abroad.
Date: May 29, 2024
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New City College
Westbourne Academy is part of New City College, a group of colleges in London rated as outstanding by Ofsted with nearly 20,000 students every year.
Our partnership guarantees high academic standards and offers a direct route into A Levels, Vocational programmes, Access to Higher education and University-level programmes after your English course. For further information take a look at our NCC International Course Guide.
Location
31 Alumhurst Road, Westbourne, Dorset, BH4 8EN, UK.
