Hilderstone College

Hilderstone College Quality English language courses, pre-university & teacher development for English and CLIL teachers. And now with online courses.

Our students come from all over the world, on a cost-recoverable, not-for-profit basis. Hilderstone College is a non-profit language centre specialising in English language teaching and teacher training. The College is in Broadstairs, a small seaside town in south-east England. Since 1970 Hilderstone has established an outstanding reputation for running top quality courses for adult students and t

eachers from all over the world. We work closely with universities, companies and government agencies in the UK and worldwide. We also run courses for teenage school groups (students aged 14-16). Every year we welcome students from many different countries to our international study centre. Hilderstone is a small and friendly college. Our excellent teaching staff will help you to improve your English quickly and effectively. We hope to welcome you soon on one of Hilderstone College's courses.

A special visit to Aarau in Switzerland to celebrate BIKU’s 40th anniversary!🇨🇭💙🤍Our Principal, Angharad, and our Academ...
01/06/2026

A special visit to Aarau in Switzerland to celebrate BIKU’s 40th anniversary!🇨🇭💙🤍

Our Principal, Angharad, and our Academic Administrator, Mary, were delighted to attend and participate in the celebrations for a special anniversary.

Congratulations on this incredible milestone. We are proud of our long-standing partnership and look forward to many more years of creating unforgettable language learning experiences together.

Our Principal, Angharad, will be attending the English UK Parliamentary Reception at the House of Commons on Wednesday, ...
15/05/2026

Our Principal, Angharad, will be attending the English UK Parliamentary Reception at the House of Commons on Wednesday, 20 May, representing our school.

The event brings together leaders from across international education to celebrate the impact of English language teaching and discuss the future of the UK’s ELT industry. We look forward to meeting stakeholders where we can raise awareness of the ELT sector and advocate for policy support from the UK Government.

We said goodbye last week to one of our wonderful Ukrainian students. 💙🤍It has been a pleasure to be part of your Englis...
13/05/2026

We said goodbye last week to one of our wonderful Ukrainian students. 💙🤍

It has been a pleasure to be part of your English language learning journey and to watch your confidence grow every day. Your hard work, positivity, and determination have inspired both our teachers and fellow students.

During your time with us, you’ve also enjoyed travelling around the UK and experiencing British culture, creating memories and friendships along the way.

We wish you good luck for the future.

Happy St. George’s Day! 💙🤍Today, we celebrate England’s patron saint, St. George. What better way to explore English cul...
23/04/2026

Happy St. George’s Day! 💙🤍

Today, we celebrate England’s patron saint, St. George. What better way to explore English culture than through its language, traditions and even its pub names? Did you know there are over 300 pubs across England with “George” in their name?

Every lesson is a chance to discover the stories, history, and quirks behind the English language. Whether you’re learning idioms, pronunciation, or the meaning behind cultural celebrations like today, you’re not just learning English - you’re experiencing English immersion.

Considering studying English in England? You might also want to explore destinations beyond London.Our latest blog explo...
16/04/2026

Considering studying English in England? You might also want to explore destinations beyond London.

Our latest blog explores why Broadstairs could be the better choice:

✨ calmer, safer environment

💷 more affordable living

🗣️ real English immersion every day

👩‍🏫 small classes & personal support

🏖️ plus a beautiful seaside lifestyle

And the best part? London is only 80 minutes away by high-speed train 🚆

👉 Discover why studying English in Broadstairs offers a safer, more affordable and more immersive experience than London in our blog: http://bit.ly/4mDJ6q2

🌊💦 Happy Songkran!This April, people in Thailand celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year! Traditionally, Songkran is a tim...
13/04/2026

🌊💦 Happy Songkran!

This April, people in Thailand celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year!

Traditionally, Songkran is a time for family, respect, and fresh beginnings. People visit temples, clean their homes, and gently pour water over the hands of elders to show respect and ask for blessings. Today, Songkran is also famous for its huge water fights in the streets - a joyful way to wash away the past year and welcome the new one! 💧

At Hilderstone, learning English is also about learning culture, traditions, and the stories behind the language. Festivals like Songkran help us explore how people celebrate around the world while practising new vocabulary and sharing experiences.

🌏 Do you celebrate a New Year festival in your culture? Tell us in the comments below 👇

We said goodbye to our wonderful German university students today. Watching your confidence grow, your friendships form,...
10/04/2026

We said goodbye to our wonderful German university students today. Watching your confidence grow, your friendships form, and your English skills flourish has been truly inspiring.

We hope you leave not only with stronger language skills, but with unforgettable memories, new perspectives, and connections that last far beyond your time here. 💙🤍

  to last summer at Viking Bay 🌊☀️Our students made the most of the sunshine by exploring beautiful beaches, enjoying lo...
09/04/2026

to last summer at Viking Bay 🌊☀️

Our students made the most of the sunshine by exploring beautiful beaches, enjoying local cafés and restaurants, and discovering independent shops while improving their English in a real-life setting.

Ready to make your own summer memories in England? Let us know in the comments! ⛱️💙🤍

Nothing makes us prouder than seeing our students succeed! Two of our long-term learners left us fantastic Google review...
30/03/2026

Nothing makes us prouder than seeing our students succeed! Two of our long-term learners left us fantastic Google reviews, celebrating their English learning journey.

Their journeys are a reminder that learning English isn’t just about language. It’s about new opportunities, connections, and believing in yourself. 💬🌍

Thank you for being part of the Hilderstone community. 💙🤍

Thinking of studying English by the sea? 🌊📚Broadstairs isn’t just a beautiful place to learn, it’s your classroom beyond...
27/03/2026

Thinking of studying English by the sea? 🌊📚

Broadstairs isn’t just a beautiful place to learn, it’s your classroom beyond the classroom. From golden beaches and seaside cafés to coastal walks and cultural spots, there’s so much for students to do while practising their English every day.

Our latest blog shares the Top 10 Things to Do in Broadstairs for Students - perfect for making friends, practising English in real-life situations, and creating unforgettable memories.

Find out more here 👉 https://www.hilderstonecollege.com/blog/top-10-things-to-do-in-broadstairs-for-students/

Address

St Peters Road
Broadstairs
CT102JW

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441843869171

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