A language school in Bournemouth, England, to improve your English
BEET in Bournemouth: learning English in a stimulating setting
BEET is a very pleasant option for a language course in Bournemouth. The school lets you learn English in a lively setting, with a good balance between serious lessons and day-to-day quality of life.
A destination that brings the language to life beyond the classroom
In Bournemouth, exchanges do not stop when the lessons end. The pace of the city and its openness to the outside make practising English more spontaneous and help you make the most of the immersion.
Courses
Flexible start dates
General English Main Course (20 lessons)
From279,00 GBP/ week
20 lessons · 45 min
1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Elementary to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Beet Bournemouth
The main General English programme: dynamic multinational classes from elementary to advanced, covering vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation to improve speaking, listening, reading and writing. It follows the main programme only.
Every student gets a tutorial with their teacher every four weeks, regular progress tests, a certificate with a progress summary at the end of the course, a year of access to Beet Online and the free evening social programme. The minimum age is 16.
Flexible start dates
IELTS Main Course (20 lessons)
From279,00 GBP/ week
20 lessons · 45 min
1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Elementary to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Beet Bournemouth
IELTS preparation for students heading to university or needing an internationally recognised qualification, for upper-elementary to advanced levels (a B1 minimum applies). It follows the main programme only.
The course works on all parts of the exam. The exam fee itself is not included in the course. Beet's regular tests, tutorials and social programme apply here too.
Flexible start dates
General English Intensive Course (20 lessons + 1 Option)
From319,00 GBP/ week
24 lessons · 45 min
1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Elementary to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Beet Bournemouth
The main General English programme: dynamic multinational classes from elementary to advanced, covering vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation to improve speaking, listening, reading and writing. It adds one block of extra Options lessons, chosen as skills-based or exam-based.
General English Intensive Course (20 lessons + 1 Option): Every student gets a tutorial with their teacher every four weeks, regular progress tests, a certificate with a progress summary at the end of the course, a year of access to Beet Online and the free evening social programme. The minimum age is 16.
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Flexible start dates
IELTS Intensive Course (20 lessons + 1 Option)
From319,00 GBP/ week
24 lessons · 45 min
1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Elementary to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Beet Bournemouth
IELTS preparation for students heading to university or needing an internationally recognised qualification, for upper-elementary to advanced levels (a B1 minimum applies). It adds one block of extra Options lessons, chosen as skills-based or exam-based.
IELTS Intensive Course (20 lessons + 1 Option): The course works on all parts of the exam. The exam fee itself is not included in the course. Beet's regular tests, tutorials and social programme apply here too.
Flexible start dates
General English Extra Intensive Course (20 lessons + 2 Options)
From338,00 GBP/ week
28 lessons · 45 min
1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Elementary to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Beet Bournemouth
The main General English programme: dynamic multinational classes from elementary to advanced, covering vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation to improve speaking, listening, reading and writing. It adds two blocks of extra Options lessons, chosen as skills-based or exam-based.
General English Extra Intensive Course (20 lessons + 2 Options): Every student gets a tutorial with their teacher every four weeks, regular progress tests, a certificate with a progress summary at the end of the course, a year of access to Beet Online and the free evening social programme. The minimum age is 16.
Flexible start dates
IELTS Extra Intensive Course (20 lessons + 2 Options)
From338,00 GBP/ week
28 lessons · 45 min
1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Elementary to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Beet Bournemouth
IELTS preparation for students heading to university or needing an internationally recognised qualification, for upper-elementary to advanced levels (a B1 minimum applies). It adds two blocks of extra Options lessons, chosen as skills-based or exam-based.
IELTS Extra Intensive Course (20 lessons + 2 Options): The course works on all parts of the exam. The exam fee itself is not included in the course. Beet's regular tests, tutorials and social programme apply here too.
Flexible start dates
Cambridge FCE / CAE Summer Main Course (20 lessons)
From359,00 GBP/ week
20 lessons · 45 min
2 to 8 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Pre-Intermediate to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Beet Bournemouth
Cambridge B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE) preparation from a school that has run these courses for over 40 years. It follows the main programme only.
The summer course is flexible in length depending on the student's availability and level, with a placement test on day one and at least one mock exam.
Cambridge B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE) preparation from a school that has run these courses for over 40 years. It adds one block of extra Options lessons, chosen as skills-based or exam-based.
Cambridge FCE / CAE Summer Intensive Course (20 lessons + 1 Option): The summer course is flexible in length depending on the student's availability and level, with a placement test on day one and at least one mock exam.
Cambridge B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE) preparation from a school that has run these courses for over 40 years. It adds two blocks of extra Options lessons, chosen as skills-based or exam-based.
Cambridge FCE / CAE Summer Extra Intensive Course (20 lessons + 2 Options): The summer course is flexible in length depending on the student's availability and level, with a placement test on day one and at least one mock exam.
Fixed dates
Cambridge FCE / CAE Main Course (20 lessons) - term course
From346,00 GBP/ week
20 lessons · 45 min
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Pre-Intermediate to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
This course at Beet Bournemouth
Cambridge FCE / CAE Main Course (20 lessons) - term course: Cambridge B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE) preparation from a school that has run these courses for over 40 years. It follows the main programme only.
Classes are of fixed length, with a placement test on day one and at least one mock exam during the course. Students who are slightly below the required level can start with a General English course first.
Cambridge FCE / CAE Intensive Course (20 lessons + 1 Option) - term course: Cambridge B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE) preparation from a school that has run these courses for over 40 years. It adds one block of extra Options lessons, chosen as skills-based or exam-based.
Cambridge FCE / CAE Intensive Course (20 lessons + 1 Option) - term course: Classes are of fixed length, with a placement test on day one and at least one mock exam during the course. Students who are slightly below the required level can start with a General English course first.
Fixed dates
Cambridge FCE / CAE Extra Intensive Course (20 lessons + 2 Options) - term course
From419,00 GBP/ week
28 lessons · 45 min
Age
from 18 years
Levels
Pre-Intermediate to Upper Intermediate
Class
9 students on average
This course at Beet Bournemouth
Cambridge FCE / CAE Extra Intensive Course (20 lessons + 2 Options) - term course: Cambridge B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE) preparation from a school that has run these courses for over 40 years. It adds two blocks of extra Options lessons, chosen as skills-based or exam-based.
Cambridge FCE / CAE Extra Intensive Course (20 lessons + 2 Options) - term course: Classes are of fixed length, with a placement test on day one and at least one mock exam during the course. Students who are slightly below the required level can start with a General English course first.
Accommodation
Accommodation
Homestay or Private Home
From143,00 GBP/ week
Two options are available depending on age and the level of supervision wanted.
Standard Plus Homestay230,00 GBP / week Double room · Private bathroom · Half board
Minimum duration
1 week
Minimum age
18 years
Internet access
Wifi
Accommodation
Student House
From181,00 GBP/ week
Room
Double room
Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Meals
Meals not specified
Internet access
Wifi
Minimum duration
1 week
Minimum age
18 years
This accommodation at Beet Bournemouth
Self-catering shared houses for adult students (18+, strictly non-smoking), all within a short walk of the school. Single, double or twin rooms are offered; shared rooms only when booking together.
Each house has a living room with TV, a kitchen/diner, a washing machine, a shower and a bathroom. Communal areas are professionally cleaned twice a week and Wi-Fi is unlimited.
Transfers offered
Transfers
Airport Transfer Bournemouth (BOH)
Type : All types
Airport Transfer Southampton (SOU)
Type : All types
Airport Transfer London Heathrow (LHR)
Type : All types
Airport Transfer London Gatwick (LGW)
Type : All types
Airport Transfer London Luton (LTN)
Type : All types
Airport Transfer London Stansted (STN)
Type : All types
Airport Transfer Bristol (BRS)
Type : All types
Airport Transfer London City (LCY)
Type : All types
Google reviews
What students say
★★★★★ 4.8 / 5 · 207 Google reviews
★★★★★ 5 / 5
I had an amazing experience at Beet! The school is excellent, with great facilities, great learning materials, and outstanding teachers who are professional, supportive, and genuinely dedicated to helping students improve their English.
What makes Beet truly special is the welcoming atmosphere. It feels like a big family, where everyone is friendly, approachable, and always willing to help. From the staff to the teachers and fellow students, I always felt comfortable and supported.
Bournemouth is also a wonderful place to study. It is a beautiful and safe city, with excellent public transportation and everything you need within easy reach.
The student house was another highlight of my experience. It is spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained, making it a great place to live while studying abroad.
I highly recommend Beet to anyone looking for a high-quality English school combined with a friendly and supportive environment. It was an unforgettable experience!
Beet will always have a special place in my heart. I had an amazing month as a Soul Bilíngue ambassador at Beet, the NGO’s partner school.
I have no words to thank the Beet staff for joining this mission to change young people’s lives together with Soul Bilíngue. Traveling to another country, getting to know new cultures and people, discovering new cities, and had an immersive experience in English was wonderful and life changing!
The accommodation was great! I had a small issue with the fridge, and as soon as I reported it, they solved it the same day! I miss my little room with the garden view 🫶🏼🫶🏼
I’m deeply grateful to everyone at the reception and the entire Beet team. I lost count of how many times I went to them with a question, and I was always welcomed with open arms and never made to feel like I was bothering them. Sarah, you’re such a lovely person — I truly hope I get the chance to see you again!
The study material is of excellent quality, as well as the classrooms and the canteen.
I wouldn’t recommend the city for those looking for a lively nightlife hahaha. It’s a very calm place with daytime activities, but peaceful and quiet.
I hope I’ll have the opportunity to visit Beet again in the future. It was an experience I’ll never forget and I made friends who will stay in my heart forever! Thank you, Beet, for being part of this unforgettable time in my life.
I can highly recommend this language school! The lessons were excellently organized, varied, and professionally delivered. During my three-week course, I was taught by four different teachers. Each of them was knowledgeable, dedicated, and motivating. Their different teaching styles made the course especially varied and enriching, while the high standard of teaching remained consistent throughout.
The friendly and supportive learning environment made it easy to participate actively in class and build my confidence. In a short period of time, I was able to make significant progress in my English.
I would also like to highlight the entire team: the staff at the reception, the management, and the kitchen staff were always extremely helpful, warm, and friendly. From the very beginning, I felt welcome and well looked after.
I also greatly appreciated the varied social programme. Every weekend, the school organizes exciting excursions where you can explore the surrounding area while getting to know new people. In addition, a wide range of leisure activities is offered from Monday to Friday. It is a great opportunity to practise what you have learned outside the classroom, make new friends, and make your stay even more enjoyable.
Many thanks to the entire team for this wonderful learning experience!
This was an absolutely premium course. Considering it lasted only 2 weeks, the progress I made was remarkable .The course focused on all key language skills. I particularly improved my listening skill thanks to the teachers’ professional advice. What’s more , speaking had always been my Achilles’heel , but being immersed in English in and outside the classroom helped me become far more fluent and confident.
The highly experienced, enthusiastic teaching staff, studying alongside people from all over the world and the evening social programme made the experience even more rewarding.
For me, Beet Language Centre is simply a five-star language school and the perfect place to take your English to the next level.
I had an amazing time at Beet. The school has a very inviting atmosphere and I felt at home from the first day. The teachers and the entire staff are super friendly, welcoming and helpful. From the excellent lessons and the fun evening activities to the delicious brownies from the kitchen - the school has so much to offer. I would go again in an instant and I will gladly recommend this school to everyone who wants to improve their English!
The study environment seems well structured, with clear points of reference for working effectively, and an interesting international atmosphere that widens day-to-day exchanges.
Why choose this school?
To learn English in Bournemouth, this school offers a convincing balance between language progress, local immersion and quality of life. It is worth considering to build a project that is smoother, clearer and more reassuring.
At a glance
Starting price
from GBP 279 per week of classes (General English Main Course (20 lessons), 40 weeks minimum) — Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026
Lessons per week
20
Accommodation
Homestay, single room, half board; Homestay, single room, breakfast; Student house, single room, no meals; Apartment, single room, no meals
Accreditations
British Council, English UK, IALC, Quality English
Accreditations and labels: British Council, English UK, IALC, Quality English.
Accreditations and labels : IALC, British Council, English UK
Frequently asked questions
How much does a stay at BEET cost?
From GBP 279 per week of classes (General English Main Course (20 lessons), 40 weeks minimum). Budget for 2 weeks: GBP 1,462, about €1,750 (indicative, as of 18 October 2026). Budget for 4 weeks: GBP 2,606, about €3,110 (indicative, as of 18 October 2026). Includes: course: General English Main Course (20 lessons) (20 lessons per week); accommodation: homestay, single room, half board; fees (registration, file, accommodation); return transfer (Airport Transfer Bournemouth (BOH)). Sample start date: 4 January 2027, outside peak season. Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026.
What is the minimum age to study at BEET?
The minimum age is 18 years.
What accommodation does BEET offer?
Accommodation offered: Homestay, single room, half board (from GBP 206 per week); Homestay, single room, breakfast (from GBP 170 per week); Student house, single room, no meals (from GBP 212 per week); Apartment, single room, no meals (from GBP 250 per week). Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026.
When do courses start at BEET in 2027?
Courses start on Mondays: 50 start dates in 2027, from 4 January 2027 to 13 December 2027.
