Spoken English & Confidence
For learners who want to speak naturally and confidently in everyday situations.
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English · Nairobi & online
Why do you want to improve your English?
One English programme, taught with the focus that matches your actual goal — everyday confidence, work, business or study abroad.
OCTOBER 2026 INTAKE NOW OPEN
Nairobi CBD + OnlineA1–C2 · 100 guided hours/levelLive trainer-led classesKES 36,000/level (core)
- Nairobi CBD + Online
- Live trainer-led classes
- Structured A1–C2 progression
- Placement guidance before class
Choose your reason
Four ways learners use English here.
Pick the one closest to your goal — it shapes the focus of your classes, not a different course or a different fee.
English for Work & Interviews
For job seekers and professionals who need stronger workplace communication.
Explore English for Work & Interviews →Business English
For professionals, entrepreneurs, managers and organisations.
Explore Business English →IELTS & Academic English Preparation
For learners preparing for university, international study or IELTS.
Explore IELTS & Academic English Preparation →Levels & progression · CEFR
A clear pathway from foundation to proficiency.
Every pathway runs on the same structured English levels. Beginners start at the foundation level; returning learners can request placement guidance.
A1A2B1B2C1C2
How learning works
- Live, trainer-led classes — not pre-recorded videos
- Regular, intensive, private or online formats
- Nairobi CBD branch or fully online
- Preliminary placement guidance before you commit
Not sure where to start?
Get a quick, no-pressure placement indication.
Answer a few short questions about your goal and current English, and we'll suggest a likely starting level. Admissions confirms your actual placement before classes begin — this is guidance, not a certified exam.
Next confirmed intake: October 2026 — apply for timetable and placement.
Two minutes, no obligation.
Not ready for a full level yet?
Start speaking English with confidence in 4 weeks.
A low-cost, low-risk way to start — 4 weeks of live, trainer-led lessons before you decide on a full study plan.
- Live, trainer-led lessons (not pre-recorded)
- ~3 sessions per week
- Spoken English practice
- Pronunciation coaching
- Vocabulary building
- Grammar correction
- Confidence-building, practical conversations
- WhatsApp learning support where applicable
- A short progress assessment at the end
Starter tuition may be credited toward a full study plan in some cases. This is reviewed and approved by Admissions on a case-by-case basis — it is not automatic.
Great for new students
KES 7,500 · 4 weeks
3 live sessions per week, ending with a short progress assessment.
The academic standard
One full level = ~100 guided learning hours.
Every level covers Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing, Grammar, Vocabulary, Pronunciation, practical communication and progress assessments — delivered live by a trainer, on the CEFR A1–C2 pathway.
Choose your pace
Study plans for one language level.
Choose the study pace that fits your schedule. Every study plan provides 100 guided contact hours per CEFR level — the difference is how those hours are distributed across the study period, not the price.
Regular Study Plan
100 guided hours · KES 36,000/level (core) · registration KES 1,000
Learn steadily with a flexible study schedule.
Join Regular ProgrammeIntensive Study Plan
100 guided hours · KES 36,000/level (core) · registration KES 1,000
Complete your level faster with a more intensive timetable.
Join Intensive ProgrammeSuper Intensive Study Plan
100 guided hours · KES 36,000/level (core) · registration KES 1,000
A faster learning schedule for students who need to progress quickly.
Join Super Intensive ProgrammeAccelerated Study Plan
100 guided hours · KES 36,000/level (core) · registration KES 1,000
Maximum learning intensity for students working with a tight deadline.
Join Accelerated ProgrammeTrust
Live classes, real trainers, structured progression.
LiveTrainer-led classes, not pre-recorded content
A1–C2CEFR-structured levels
CBD + OnlineLearn from our Nairobi branch or remotely
4 formatsRegular, intensive, private or online
Programme fees
Same level. Same 100 guided hours. Same tuition. Different pace.
The same fee structure applies across all four pathways and all four study plans — Regular (25 weeks), Intensive (17 weeks), Super Intensive (10 weeks) or Accelerated (5 weeks) all cost KES 36,000 per level. Only the completion period changes. External certification, such as IELTS, is optional and charged separately by the relevant examining body.
KES 36,000 tuition per level.
RegistrationKES 1,000
TuitionKES 36,000
School fees before external examKES 37,000
What to expect
What will my class actually be like?
A clear, factual picture of how classes run — no surprises after you register.
- Live, trainer-led classes — not pre-recorded videos
- Physical (Nairobi CBD) or online, depending on the programme and your preference
- Structured progression through CEFR levels (A1–C2)
- Practical speaking, listening, reading and writing practice appropriate to your level
- Placement/level guidance before you start
- Timetable confirmed with Admissions before your first class
How to join
The real admissions process, step by step.
Choose your course
Pick a language or English pathway that matches your goal.
Confirm your level & goal
Use Course Match or the English guidance tool for a preliminary indication.
Get timetable guidance
Admissions confirms a suitable mode, schedule and intake.
Complete registration
Submit your student profile through Admissions.
Complete the registration payment
Pay the standard registration fee; Admissions verifies it.
Join your class
Once verified, you are connected with your trainer and confirmed timetable.
Why KSL
Why learners choose Kenya School of Languages.
Nairobi CBD or online
Study from our Emperor Plaza branch or fully online, whichever suits you.
Structured language levels
Programmes follow CEFR-based A1–C2 progression, not an unstructured course.
Live trainer-led classes
Classes are led by a trainer, not pre-recorded video content.
Multiple study modes
Regular, intensive, private or online formats depending on your schedule.
Guidance before you enrol
Admissions helps confirm your goal, level and timetable before you pay.
Questions
Frequently asked
Are the four pathways different courses?
No. They share one CEFR-based English curriculum (A1–C2). The pathway sets the focus and examples used in class and helps Admissions place you appropriately.
Do I need to test my level before applying?
No. Our free placement assessment gives a preliminary indication of your level and recommends a study plan. Admissions and your trainer confirm your actual starting level before classes begin.
Can I study English online?
Yes. Classes run from our Nairobi CBD branch and online, in Regular, Intensive, Private or Business English formats.
Does IELTS preparation guarantee a score?
No. Kenya School of Languages does not guarantee IELTS scores, university admission, visas or migration outcomes.
How long does one language level take?
It depends on the study pace you choose: Regular takes 25 weeks, Intensive takes 17 weeks, Super Intensive takes 10 weeks and Accelerated takes 5 weeks. Every pace covers approximately the same 100 guided contact hours — only how quickly you complete them changes.
How many learning hours are included in one level?
Every language level includes approximately 100 guided contact hours, covering speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, practical communication and progress assessments — the same total for every study plan.
How much does a study plan cost?
Every study plan — Regular, Intensive, Super Intensive or Accelerated — costs the same: KES 36,000 per level for core languages or KES 60,000 per level for specialist languages, plus a one-time registration fee of KES 1,000. Choosing a faster pace does not cost more.
Which study pace should I choose?
They all deliver the same level, approximately the same 100 guided contact hours and the same tuition — so it comes down to your schedule. Regular fits alongside work or school with the lightest daily commitment; Intensive, Super Intensive and Accelerated complete the same level faster with more guided hours per week.
October 2026 intake now open
Start free, start small, or start the full programme — your choice.
Next confirmed intake: October 2026 — apply for timetable and placement. Free Placement Assessment, 4-Week Starter (KES 7,500), or a full study plan at KES 36,000 per level — Regular, Intensive, Super Intensive or Accelerated, your choice of pace.