Learn English in Greenford

You can book your accommodation in 3 simple steps: 

• Step 1: You can indicate your preferred type of accommodation (homestay, shared apartment or residence) on the application form during your application for a course. Our Student Services team will record the preferred choice of accommodation. 
• Step 2: EP will be able to secure the accommodation option once the invoice has been paid. Our team will send you the accommodation confirmation with further details on the selected option. 
• Step 3: You will need to confirm your arrival and send your flight details to our team, as soon as the flight is booked and no later than one week before the flight date. Our team will be able to book and confirm your accommodation and/or transfers and provide more details within the confirmation document.

Here are some important things you need to know to make your arrival as smooth as possible. Use our checklist to ensure you don’t forget anything and are prepared for the exciting times ahead. 

(i) Checklist 

Here are a few important items that you should bring with you: 

• Passport 
• Acceptance letter 
• Accommodation letter 
• Proof of health/medical insurance 
• A bit of cash and credit/debit cards/Apple or Google Pay 
• Weather-appropriate clothing (depending on the season you come to London) 
• Adaptor for electrical appliances 
• Prescription medication and medical records 
• Emergency information 
• Toiletries 
• Notebook and pen 
• Backpack for classes, social programmes, and day trips 
• Reusable water bottle 

(ii) Pocket money 

Recommended weekly budget: £150. This should cover expenses, laundry, local travel and activities. You will need additional money if you want to take weekend trips. Bring £100 with you in cash and a debit or credit card. You will need to check with your financial institution to make sure you will be able to withdraw money from a UK ATM. Do not bring foreign currency. It is not wise to carry around large amounts of cash. 

(iii) Clothing 

Most students dress casually for classes, but you should bring nice clothes for going out and sportswear for sports and outdoor activities. The climate is changeable and may be different from your own. The` typical temperature is 25-30°C in the summer and 2 to 6°C in the winter, although it can drop below freezing. Bring waterproof clothing if you’re arriving in the autumn or winter. 

(iv) Electrical current 

Standard voltage in the UK is 230 volts; remember to bring an adaptor with you or buy one when you arrive.  

We encourage you to follow the school’s Instagram account before you arrive and especially during your stay. This will give you an idea of what is happening at the school and help you connect with staff and students. This is also where we will post notifications of any unexpected school closures: it is important you check our Instagram account for any messages while you are attending the school, especially if there is severe weather in the area (e.g., snowstorm, flood, etc.). If the school cannot open or school opening will be delayed, we will post a message as soon as possible (the night before or in the morning) to advise you of this, along with information on how to get further updates and any alternate scheduling, (if applicable). Follow EP! @englishpathschools.

Call 999 in case of fire, a medical emergency or if you need the police.

1. Find a doctor in your local area www.nhs.uk
2. Contact the practice and ask to register with them. You will need: your name and address, date of birth, id card / passport and proof of address
3. Once registered, you will receive an NHS card. Keep it safe and take it with you when you go to the doctor, dentist or hospital.

Please visit https://clch.nhs.uk/services/walk-in-centres for more information.

The main banks in the UK are HSBC, Barclays, Lloyds Bank, RBS, Natwest, Nationwide and Santander.

To open a bank account, the following documents may be needed:

• Passport or EU ID;
• A valid visa;
• A school letter.

You can get the school letter from Student Services to take to the bank.

For online banks, you may open your account online without the school letter from us.

You may also be required to provide with further documents, such as: Proof of address, Proof of income or Bank statement.

For all other locations, you can reach out to one of our Student Services Officer or contact us via here.

Some people need to register with the police after arriving in the UK with a visa, or after getting permission to stay for longer in the UK.

If you need to register, you must go to the police within 7 days of you:

• arriving in the UK if you applied for a visa from outside the UK
• getting your biometric residence permit if you applied to stay for longer from inside the UK

For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/register-with-the-police

01 Jan, 18 - 21 Apr, 05 May, 26 May, 25 Aug, 22 - 26 Dec.

You can access this information in our student handbooks: 
https://www.englishpath.com/ep-london-greenford-student-handbook/

Please visit https://clch.nhs.uk/services/walk-in-centres for more information.

We aim to make our booking and cancellation terms clear, fair and easy to understand. We recommend that you follow this link to our Terms and Conditions before paying your fees. We want you to book with confidence. If you have any questions about fees or cancellations, just contact us — we’re happy to help.

To ensure a comfortable and supportive environment, we place students in homestays that:
•    Host no more than four paying guests in total, including you.
•    Have no more than three students or paying guests staying at the same time (including those placed by other organisations).
•    Do not host students of the same first language unless this is specifically requested or agreed.

It’s a quiet, residential area with small local shops. A very charming place where the student will experience more of the real, less touristy London, perfect for immersion.

"TFL allows for both Oyster card and Contactless payments. Oyster cards can be purchased and topped-up at stations, Oyster ticket shops, and online.
 Fare prices vary according to how many zones you travel through (1-9) "

You can reach the Greenford campus by Central Line (Greenford Station) or local buses. The campus is about a 10-minute walk from the station.

Yes! We run weekly social activities such as trips, sports, and cultural events so you can meet other students and explore London.

Yes, we have a student lounge, vending machines, and quiet study spaces. Cafés and restaurants are also nearby.

Please email or call the school before your class starts. The contact details will be given in your Welcome message/email before the arrival and on your first day in school.

Yes, there are supermarkets, cafés, and shops within a 5–10-minute walk of the campus. ALso, there's a shopping center 15 minute walk from school.

Please bring your passport or ID and visa (if applicable).

Email or call the school before class starts. If you are sick for more than 3 days, you may need a doctor’s note.

You’ll have an induction, a placement test, a short tour of the school, and then your first class.

Yes, Greenford is a quiet and safe area, but we always advise using normal safety precautions in any city.

Yes, we have a small library where you can borrow books for self-study.

Yes, a prayer space is available for students on request.

Unfortunately it is not. Only service dogs can be admitted

The best way to learn English in the UK is to study at English Path, where you combine high-quality lessons with full immersion in British life. At our Greenford campus in London, you’ll be taught by experienced teachers in a welcoming international community. Outside the classroom, you’ll practise your English every day — on public transport, in cafés, while shopping, and during our exciting social activities. With English Path, learning English isn’t just about studying, it’s about living the language and experiencing the culture.

Most English Path students come on a Short-Term Study Visa, which does not allow work. This means you can fully focus on improving your English and enjoying your time in London. 

Greenford is one of the most affordable areas of London to live in while still being well-connected to the city. On average, students spend between £1,000 and £1,400 per month to cover accommodation, food, transport, and personal expenses. Our team at EP Greenford can help you plan your budget and find the best student housing options.

Our classes run Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 12:15, which is around 15 hours per week. TfL requires at least 15 hours per week on a full-time course of 14 weeks or longer. This means you may be eligible for a Student Oyster Card, but acceptance depends on TfL’s final approval. Our team will guide you through the application once you are enrolled.

Yes! English Path is known for helping students make fast progress. Our interactive lessons and supportive teachers give you confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Being in London means you practise outside the classroom every day, which accelerates your learning.

Many students achieve one full level of English in just three months. If you commit to lessons and use English daily, you’ll be amazed at how much you can achieve in a short time.

The best way is to immerse yourself in British culture — and at English Path Greenford, you’ll do exactly that. Our courses focus on real-life communication, and our social programme gives you opportunities to meet people, visit London landmarks, and practice authentic British English every day.

Yes, for holidays or emergencies. Please speak to Student Services in advance so we can update your records. It should be 1 complete week, Monday to Friday.