Admissions, academics,
and English for life.
Founded in London in 1984. ELT supports international and boarding school admissions, IB, A-Level, and AP tutoring for enrolled students, and practical English for managers and specialists.
- International and boarding school admissions
- IB, A-Level, and AP student support
- Practical English for work and life abroad
Three Paths by Goal
Clients who continue with ELT are not studying in isolation. They are preparing for admissions, stronger school performance, and future global careers.
Admissions
International and Boarding School Admissions
Support for school selection, applications, interviews, and entrance exams aligned with each family’s strategy.
- School selection and applications
- Interview and entrance exam prep
- Support after enrollment
Student Support
IB, A-Level, and AP Support for Enrolled Students
Subject-specific tutoring for tests, coursework, essays, IB, A-Level, AP, and ongoing academic performance.
- Test and coursework support
- IB, A-Level, and AP
- Subject-specific tutors
Professional
Practical English for Managers and Specialists
Personalized lessons for busy professionals who need English for meetings, negotiation, presentations, and global assignments.
- Dedicated instructor model
- Optimized around real work topics
- Designed for busy schedules
Choose ELT by Admissions, School, and Career Goals
International and Boarding School Support
From school selection, applications, interviews, and entrance exams to coursework, IB, A-Level, and AP support after enrollment.
Practical English for Work and Life Abroad
One-on-one lessons with a dedicated native instructor for meetings, presentations, relocation, and exam goals.
Diverse Client Backgrounds
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Three Reasons to Choose ELT
Founded in London, 1984.
ELT began in 1984 in London, providing English education to Japanese expatriates and their families. Over 40 years, we have supported more than 10,000 people in their global ambitions. In recent years, we have expanded into international school and boarding school admissions consulting, building a growing track record of placements at top schools worldwide.
- ✦Over 40 years of educational excellence (founded in London, 1984)
- ✦More than 10,000 learners and families supported
- ✦Admissions to Harrow, Rugby, BST, ASIJ, South Hampstead, and more
Instructor quality changes results.
Practical English is taught by qualified native instructors, while IB, A-Level, and AP support is handled by tutors with subject expertise. For school admissions, specialist consultants guide families through the process. Our commitment to teaching quality is the foundation of everything we do.
- ✦Practical English: 100% native, internationally qualified instructors
- ✦Exam prep: Former IELTS examiners on staff; EIKEN & TOEFL support
- ✦IB, A-Level, AP: subject-specific tutoring
International education for the elite.
ELT serves globally active business executives, professionals at foreign and professional firms, and families choosing international or boarding school education for their children. Whether for English tuition or admissions consulting, delivering education that meets the highest standards is our mission.
- ✦Client companies: Mitsubishi Corp., Google, Deloitte, JFE Holdings, etc.
- ✦Admissions: Harrow, Rugby, BST, ASIJ, South Hampstead, etc.
- ✦Results: TOEIC 300→800, Eiken Grade 1, high IB scores, and more
What Our Clients Say
Leveraging English skills for a London expat assignment
「Through ELT and with the help of native instructors, my TOEIC score rose to around 800 in a short time. I wrote a full paper in English and won the Best Presentation Award at an international academic conference.」
Accepted to prestigious South Hampstead High School in the UK
「When we found out about the entrance exam at the local school, we rushed to prepare. With ELT's Mr. Brian adjusting lessons to our level, my daughter was accepted into South Hampstead High School.」
Gaining English skills for a comfortable life abroad
「Since attending ELT, I can understand English conversations. They really listen to my goals and create an environment where I feel I can work toward them together.」
Leveraging English skills for a London expat assignment
「Through ELT and with the help of native instructors, my TOEIC score rose to around 800 in a short time. I wrote a full paper in English and won the Best Presentation Award at an international academic conference.」
Accepted to prestigious South Hampstead High School in the UK
「When we found out about the entrance exam at the local school, we rushed to prepare. With ELT's Mr. Brian adjusting lessons to our level, my daughter was accepted into South Hampstead High School.」
Gaining English skills for a comfortable life abroad
「Since attending ELT, I can understand English conversations. They really listen to my goals and create an environment where I feel I can work toward them together.」
Native Instructors
Holly L
Holly studied Japanese at Oxford University, then spent 20 years advising institutional investors in the UK and Europe on Japanese equities. After leaving the financial industry, she earned a master's degree in Corporate Governance and Business Ethics from the University of London. She specializes in business English, financial English, and pronunciation coaching.
Tom S
Tom graduated with First Class Honours in English Literature from Cambridge University. He then taught English at Japanese schools through the JET Programme. Holding a UK Primary School Teaching Certificate, he is an expert in lessons for children.
Andrew B
After earning his master's in English Literature from Oxford University, Andrew supported executives at JFE Holdings and taught at Japanese universities for 5 years. He completed his MBA at Manchester Business School. He has extensive experience from business English to executive coaching.
David P
After graduating from University College London, David became an ICAO-certified Aviation English Examiner, working with airlines worldwide. He served as Head of ESL at the Rafa Nadal Tennis Academy and has taught at renowned companies including Google, Deloitte, and Mitsubishi Corporation.
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