Premium Online English Lessons One-to-One & Small Groups
Private one-to-one lessons and small live groups of up to 6, with Phil Harmon: CELTA-qualified, 30+ years teaching adults and corporate teams.
Online worldwide, with face-to-face lessons in London. For work, exams (SELT, Cambridge, IELTS) and everyday fluency. Four-week private programmes from £150; single lessons £40; group places on request.
Just practising? Use our free lessons or test your English.
Private 1-to-1 English
2 Private Lessons Every Week
Build fluency, accuracy and confidence with a personalised programme designed around your English, your goals and your progress.
8 private lessons
£35 per 60-minute lesson
Introductory first four weeks: £240.
Then £280 every four weeks unless cancelled before renewal.
A clear 4-week programme — no ambiguity around five-week calendar months.
Private 1-to-1 Spanish
2 Private Spanish Lessons Every Week
Build confidence and usable Spanish with a personalised programme designed around your level, goals and progress.
8 private Spanish lessons
£25 per 60-minute lesson
Two private lessons every week. A clear 4-week programme.
What Do You Need English For?
Start with the outcome you want. We’ll help you choose the shortest sensible route to get there.
Pass Your SELT
Targeted preparation for A1, A2, B1 and B2 UKVI English requirements, with exam technique and personalised feedback.
Explore SELT preparation → B1 · B2 · C1 · C2Pass a Cambridge Exam
Structured preparation for Cambridge English exams with speaking, writing, reading and listening practice.
Explore Cambridge courses → General · Business · 1-to-1Speak Better English
Improve fluency, grammar, vocabulary and confidence in small groups or one-to-one, in London or online.
Explore English courses →Want to study first? Use our free grammar guides, games, practice tests and downloads →
Mind the Gap
20 exam-style LanguageCert B2 Communicator Reading Part 2 practice tests with a fully explained answer key. Instant PDF download.
What Is Your English Level?
Take the free ELS English Level Assessment and get an estimated CEFR level from A1 to C1, with grammar, vocabulary and reading scores plus personalised recommendations for what to study next.
Practise speaking English with AI
Have a spoken conversation, get selective corrections and ask for personalised feedback.
Start Speaking Practice →Four-Week Private Programmes, from £150
Live, personalised lessons with a CELTA-qualified teacher. Choose the programme that fits your goals, wherever you are.
8 × 60-minute private lessons with planning, homework and feedback. Introductory first four weeks: £240.
See Details12 × 60-minute private lessons—three focused lessons each week.
See Details20 × 60-minute private lessons—five focused lessons every week. Introductory first four weeks: £540.
See DetailsExplore Our Programmes
General English
Build real, everyday fluency with small classes of up to 6 students, taught by CELTA-qualified tutors. Flexible online or in-person lessons, morning, afternoon or evening, seven days a week.
Explore General EnglishExpert SELT Preparation
A Secure English Language Test for your UK visa application. We provide expert preparation to help you pass with confidence.
- A1 to B2 levels available (CEFR)
- Family visa, spouse visa, settlement and citizenship routes
- Focused, exam-specific preparation with a CELTA-qualified tutor
Cambridge Exam Preparation
Structured preparation for A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, built around the real exam format, with a full 10-unit B1 Preliminary course and free grammar guides to support every level.
Cambridge Prep CoursesBusiness & Corporate English
Trusted by Motorola, Nike, Mercadona, Manpower, EDP, Eiffage and more to deliver Business English training to professional teams across industries.
Business English TrainingStudy & Stay
Our unique residential programme combines immersive English classes with comfortable host family accommodation, the fastest path to real fluency.
Study & Stay Programme
30+ Years Teaching English
Phil is the founder of Elite Language Solutions and a CELTA-qualified English teacher with more than 30 years of teaching experience.
He has helped students, professionals and corporate clients improve their English, prepare for internationally recognised examinations and communicate with greater confidence.
You don't become fluent by listening to a teacher. You become fluent by using English.
Trusted by leading organisations across the UK, Europe and beyond
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Not Sure Where to Start?
A free 20-minute consultation and level check gives you an honest level assessment and a clear recommendation, no obligation, no payment details required.
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All 73 essential grammar topics in one 213-page PDF, free, straight to your inbox.
Why Elite Language Solutions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a SELT and do I need one for my visa? +
A Secure English Language Test (SELT) is an English test approved by the UK Home Office for specified visa, settlement and citizenship routes. Whether you need a SELT, and the CEFR level and skills required, depends on your immigration route and circumstances. See our full SELT guide →
Do you teach online, in person, or both? +
Both. We teach face-to-face in London and online worldwide, with morning, afternoon and evening slots seven days a week, so you can study whichever way fits your schedule and location.
How big are your classes? +
A maximum of 6 students per group class, so you get significantly more speaking time than in a typical 12–20 student classroom. We also offer fully one-to-one lessons.
How do you help students pass their SELT? +
We provide exam-specific preparation matched to the approved test you have booked, including realistic speaking practice, format familiarisation and targeted feedback. Official assessment is carried out by the approved provider.
How much do private English lessons cost? +
The Private English Programme is £280 every four weeks for 8 × 60-minute one-to-one lessons (£35 per lesson), with an introductory first four weeks at £240. Four-week programmes range from £150 (4 lessons) to £600 (20 lessons), and single lessons are £40. See all prices →
How do I get started? +
Book a free 20-minute consultation and level check and we'll assess your current level and goals, then recommend the right course. Contact us → or book directly →
Not Sure Which Course Is Right?
Book a free 20-minute consultation. We’ll check your level, discuss your goal and tell you exactly what we recommend.
Corporate English for Teams
Practical live Business English speaking sessions for international employees, with groups of up to four and progress reporting for HR and L&D.
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