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English course for adults in Singapore, beginner to advanced

A part-time English course for adults in the Singapore CBD, building all four skills, speaking, listening, reading and writing, on the Oxford University Press syllabus in small, supportive classes.

4.8
Google rating
550+
Learner reviews
10+
Years in Singapore
100%
CELTA-certified
What you'll learn

Skills you will walk away with

  • Speak and listen with confidence
  • Read and write clearly for daily life
  • Build grammar that actually sticks
  • Progress through CEFR levels
  • Start at exactly the right level
  • Use English naturally at work and in daily life
$350 / 8 sessions
8 sessions × 2 hours · LifeSG eligible
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  • ✓ Free placement test
  • ✓ Trial class $45 (2 hrs)
  • ✓ CELTA-certified trainers
  • ✓ In person or live online
  • ✓ LifeSG eligible
Who it's for

Is this course right for you?

This general English course suits adults at any level, from complete beginners to advanced learners polishing the finer points. Because every learner takes a placement test first, you join a class that matches you exactly, then progress through the CEFR levels at a comfortable pace.

  • Adults who want to improve English across all four skills
  • Complete beginners who want a patient, structured start
  • Newcomers to Singapore building everyday and workplace English
  • Learners who want a clear path from beginner to advanced
  • Anyone rebuilding English they studied years ago
The programme

What the course covers

01

Speaking & listening

Everyday communication for work and life.

02

Reading & writing

Practical texts, messages and short writing tasks.

03

Grammar in context

Grammar taught through real use, not drills.

04

Level progression

A clear path from beginner to advanced.

05

Vocabulary building

Useful, everyday words that stick.

06

Real-life English

Language for shops, offices, appointments and social life.

Your level pathway

A clear route from your current level

Your placement test establishes a practical starting point. From there, each level develops all four skills together, with class practice and trainer feedback helping you use new language beyond the lesson.

Beginner foundations

Build the language you need for introductions, shopping, appointments, transport and simple workplace exchanges. Lessons combine essential grammar with guided speaking, listening, reading and writing, so you learn to form useful sentences instead of memorising isolated words.

Intermediate independence

Move from short answers to clearer conversations and connected writing. You practise explaining experiences, giving opinions, understanding longer speech and handling common work and social situations with less translation and hesitation.

Advanced precision

Refine accuracy, range and tone for demanding conversations and written communication. You work on nuanced vocabulary, complex grammar, natural phrasing and the ability to adapt your English to different people and situations.

Choose the right course

General, conversational or business English?

These courses solve different problems. Choose the owner page that matches your main goal; your placement consultation can confirm the most suitable level and format before you enrol.

General English

Choose this for balanced progress in speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. It is the right starting point when you want stronger English for both daily life and work.

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Conversational English

Choose this when your main barrier is speaking. Classes concentrate on pronunciation, listening, natural vocabulary and responding confidently in everyday conversations.

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Business English

Choose this when you already use English and need sharper workplace communication for emails, meetings, presentations, calls and negotiation.

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How it works

How the course runs

Small classes

Small, supportive groups with real speaking time each session.

8 × 2-hour sessions

A flexible part-time schedule built around working adults.

Oxford syllabus

Structured on the Oxford University Press syllabus and CEFR.

Placement first

A free placement test starts you at exactly the right level.

Why English Explorer

Why learn with us

  • In the CBD at International Plaza, above Tanjong Pagar MRT
  • CELTA-certified trainers who specialise in adult learners
  • Rated 4.8 by over 550 adult learners on Google
  • Part of the award-winning Learning Explorer group
  • In person or live online, with free recorded classes
  • Eligible courses can be paid with LifeSG Credits
Good to know

English FAQs

How do I know my level?

A free online placement test and a short consultation place you correctly, from complete beginner to advanced.

Is this suitable for complete beginners?

Yes. Beginners are welcome and start in a patient, structured class pitched at the right level.

How often are classes?

Flexible part-time schedules built around working adults, in the CBD or live online.

What will I be able to do after the course?

Speak and listen with more confidence, read and write clearly for daily life, and progress steadily through the CEFR levels.

How much does it cost?

$350 for 8 two-hour sessions. Eligible learners can pay with LifeSG Credits.

Where are the classes held?

Level 22, International Plaza, 10 Anson Road, above Tanjong Pagar MRT, or live online.

Can I use LifeSG credits?

Yes, eligible courses can be paid with LifeSG Credits; message us to confirm your course before enrolling.

Can I try a class first?

Yes, sit in on a real 2-hour trial class for $45 before enrolling.

Start with a free placement test

Spend 10 minutes on this test to determine your English proficiency and we will take care of the rest.

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