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.

During the 2026 Broadstairs Folk Week Festival, we were delighted to welcome back Jonas, one of our German university st...
17/08/2026

During the 2026 Broadstairs Folk Week Festival, we were delighted to welcome back Jonas, one of our German university students, who returned to Broadstairs for a memorable visit with his former homestay hosts and the College.💙🤍

We share his special Hilderstone experience in our latest blog here 👉 https://bit.ly/4g3Xd6b

From first hellos to final goodbyes, it's been a privilege to be part of your journey. 💙🤍Thank you to all of our amazing...
07/08/2026

From first hellos to final goodbyes, it's been a privilege to be part of your journey. 💙🤍

Thank you to all of our amazing students for bringing your cultures, friendships, laughter, and enthusiasm to Hilderstone in beautiful Broadstairs. You've made unforgettable memories, built confidence, and become part of our school family.

Safe travels, good luck, and don't forget to keep practising your English! 🌍✈️

As we wave goodbye to our amazing German university students and some of our wonderful individual students, we're feelin...
31/07/2026

As we wave goodbye to our amazing German university students and some of our wonderful individual students, we're feeling incredibly grateful for all the memories we've made together. 💙🤍

With International Friendship Day just behind us on 30 July, it's the perfect reminder that learning English isn't just about language. It's about meeting people from around the world, sharing cultures, building confidence and creating friendships that last long after the course ends.

We wish you all good luck for the future!

Nothing beats an afternoon tea by the sea! Our Icelandic students enjoyed a classic British experience at the Walpole Ba...
30/06/2026

Nothing beats an afternoon tea by the sea! Our Icelandic students enjoyed a classic British experience at the Walpole Bay Hotel in Margate, sharing delicious treats, great conversations, and plenty of smiles. Memories made, one cup of tea at a time. 💙🤍☕ 🍰

Our common room is looking extra colourful as students and staff celebrate the World Cup with flags from around the glob...
24/06/2026

Our common room is looking extra colourful as students and staff celebrate the World Cup with flags from around the globe! It's a fantastic reminder of what makes our school so special - people from different countries, cultures and backgrounds learning, sharing and connecting every day. 💙🤍🌍

We look forward to welcoming our new students this summer!

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Our students enjoyed a sunset beach walk along Kent’s beautiful coastline in Stone Bay, practising their English, making...
17/06/2026

Our students enjoyed a sunset beach walk along Kent’s beautiful coastline in Stone Bay, practising their English, making international friendships, and creating unforgettable memories. Every conversation is a chance to build confidence, and every adventure is an opportunity to learn. 🌊💙🤍

We can’t wait for a busy summer ahead, with warmer weather, memorable excursions, and lots of opportunities to learn English. ☀️⛱️

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.

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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