Positively Languages, English language schools in England, Scotland, Ireland, Canada and the USA

Who is Positively Languages?

In May 2026, Kaplan Languages Group was bought from the Kaplan group by Inspirit Capital, a London-based investor. It took the name Positively Languages on 29 October 2026, when it also opened a new school in Malta (St Julian's) and new premises in London, at Bloomsbury Place. Only the name changes: these are the same schools, at the same addresses. We present them here under their new name.

How they teach

The in-house method, called P+, starts with a level test taken before arrival: each student is placed in the right class from day one. Classes are small and dynamic — 12 students on average, 17 at most, 16 in Dublin according to the official site — and students speak, practise new vocabulary and build real communication skills.

Learning goes on outside class: a digital space (the Student Hub, over 500 activities advertised) lets students continue at their own pace, and a social programme gets them exploring the city, practising English and meeting people. The general English course in our catalogue has 20 lessons per week.

The group also highlights project-based learning following the Cambridge framework, and a progress guarantee of one level on some intensive courses, under conditions (95% attendance, homework completed, no behavioural issues). The stated length varies between pages of the official site (8 or 10 weeks): the exact conditions are in the school’s terms.

What sets Positively Languages apart

• Cities chosen for immersion. Centres are in the heart of student cities, from London to Toronto, with weekend excursions and a social programme; most excursions are not included in the course price.
• Recognised accreditations. British Council and English UK for UK schools, ACELS and English Education Ireland in Dublin, Languages Canada for the Canadian centres, ACCET in the USA; the group is also a member of NAFSA and TESOL.
• 30+ programmes. London (A1 to C1), New York, Toronto, Liverpool and Bournemouth (A2 to B2) offer classes for adults over 30; younger students can enrol.
• Support towards university. Oxford offers a university placement service; Boston a university preparation programme; Toronto and Vancouver academic English pathways to Canadian colleges and universities.

Its programmes, and who they are for

For adults aged 18 and over: flexible-length general English (1 to 52 weeks), semi-intensive or intensive, IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge exam preparation, Business English, 30+ programmes, and a 6-, 9- or 11-month academic year or semester. The group also runs camps and junior programmes, which we do not present here.

In our catalogue each centre offers between 4 and 12 courses; the reference course is general English, 20 lessons per week, with many possible start dates depending on the course.

Prices, school by school

2027 rates from the Synergee price engine, for the general English course (20 lessons per week), starting January 4, 2027. For each centre, the “from” price is the lowest weekly rate among the durations quoted by the engine; every duration is in the expandable table below. Your exact quote depends on your dates, duration and accommodation.

• Dublin, Ireland : from 299 EUR per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Cambridge, England : from 310 GBP per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• London, England : from 350 GBP per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Oxford, England : from 320 GBP per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Edinburgh, Scotland : from 290 GBP per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Toronto, Canada : from 420 CAD per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Vancouver, Canada : from 420 CAD per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Bath, England : from 300 GBP per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Bournemouth, England : from 260 GBP per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Liverpool, England : from 270 GBP per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Manchester, England : from 310 GBP per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Boston, USA : from 460 USD per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Chicago, USA : from 410 USD per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• New York, USA : from 480 USD per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)
• Santa Barbara, USA : from 430 USD per week (12-week course, excluding fees and accommodation)

Accommodation

Two kinds of option: homestay (two meals a day) and student residence, mostly self-catering. Prices are the engine’s reference homestay, per week, for a 4-week stay; residences, their rates and their seasons appear in each centre’s quote.

The fifteen centres, in detail

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  Positively Languages — Dublin

  Ireland · 6 courses in the catalogue

  Five minutes’ walk from the city centre, with good transport links; regular excursions to local sights and events. Dublin lies between the Wicklow Mountains and the Irish Sea, and its tech district hosts the European headquarters of major digital groups. ACELS-accredited and a member of English Education Ireland.

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  Positively Languages — Cambridge

  England · 5 courses in the catalogue

  In an Edwardian building in the quiet Newnham district, under ten minutes by bike from the centre: private garden, summer barbecues, a café serving home-cooked food. Access to University of Cambridge events, and free bike loan for academic-year and semester students. IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation; British Council accredited, English UK member.

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  Positively Languages — London

  England · 8 courses in the catalogue

  In the heart of London, in Covent Garden, with easy access to many landmarks including the British Museum. A dedicated social programme (outings and events to discover the city and make friends); IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation; a 30+ programme open from A1 to C1. British Council accredited, English UK member.

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  Positively Languages — Oxford

  England · 5 courses in the catalogue

  In a large Edwardian house in the residential Summertown district, a few minutes by bus or bike from central Oxford: large private garden with barbecue and table tennis, an on-site café (vegetarian and halal options). Specialised in exam preparation (IELTS, Cambridge), with a university placement service. British Council accredited, English UK member.

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  Positively Languages — Edinburgh

  Scotland · 6 courses in the catalogue

  In the centre of New Town, close to the train station, restaurants and shops. A very Scottish social programme (ceilidh dancing, Burns Suppers, whisky distillery visits) and weekend trips to the Highlands; a festival course in August and a student residence nearby. The official site also says closed groups of juniors aged 12–17 can be accepted.

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  Positively Languages — Toronto

  Canada · 12 courses in the catalogue

  A few minutes from the CN Tower and close to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, where boats leave for the Toronto Islands. Regular weekends to Niagara Falls, Montreal, Quebec, Boston, New York or Chicago; transfers to Canadian colleges and universities through an academic English pathway; 30+ classes at A2–B2 level.

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  Positively Languages — Vancouver

  Canada · 7 courses in the catalogue

  Centrally located, close to bus stops and three Skytrain stations. Frequent ski trips and weekends to Whistler, Victoria or Seattle; ski in the morning and hit the beach in the afternoon. Transfers to Canadian colleges and universities through an academic English pathway.

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  Positively Languages — Bath

  England · 5 courses in the catalogue

  In a historic building steps from the medieval abbey, with a peaceful courtyard garden, near cafés, shops and restaurants. Bath is a UNESCO World Heritage city. One-to-one lessons on top of group courses, IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation; British Council accredited, English UK member.

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  Positively Languages — Bournemouth

  England · 8 courses in the catalogue

  The group’s largest UK school, in a modern building five minutes by bus from the beach and town centre: private garden, large common room, a student residence in the tallest building in town. A 30+ programme; IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation; British Council accredited, English UK member.

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  Positively Languages — Liverpool

  England · 8 courses in the catalogue

  A few minutes’ walk from the Royal Liver Building and the Cavern Club where the Beatles began; Albert Dock and Pier Head nearby. Outings to Anfield stadium and a 30+ programme in specialised classes. British Council accredited, English UK member.

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  Positively Languages — Manchester

  England · 5 courses in the catalogue

  In the city centre, in the Northern Quarter, a district of artists, DJs and indie bands, in a city famous for its football culture (Old Trafford, Etihad Stadium). Courses from beginner to advanced depending on the course, including IELTS preparation; British Council accredited, English UK member.

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  Positively Languages — Boston

  USA · 6 courses in the catalogue

  In modern premises in downtown Boston, along the Freedom Trail; buses and trains to MIT and Harvard University. A university preparation programme, varied activities (evening cruises, whale watching) and weekends in Washington D.C. and New York. ACCET accredited.

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  Positively Languages — Chicago

  USA · 4 courses in the catalogue

  On the Magnificent Mile, opposite the Tribune Tower: 17 modern classrooms and two student lounges. Two bus stops outside, the “L” train, Metra and the water taxi within ten minutes’ walk. ACCET accredited.

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  Positively Languages — New York

  USA · 11 courses in the catalogue

  In Manhattan, with 12 classrooms with large windows over the park and the city, a few minutes from Central Park, Times Square and Rockefeller Center. A whole floor is devoted to the 30+ programme (A2–B2 levels). ACCET accredited.

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  Positively Languages — Santa Barbara

  USA · 4 courses in the catalogue

  On the Santa Barbara City College campus, moments from white-sand beaches; a student lounge with a games room (foosball, table tennis). Regular weekends in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and Las Vegas. ACCET accredited.

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Prices: Synergee engine.