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Hilderstone College Student Testimonial: Learning English, Making Friends, and Exploring Kent

Nadin on a coastal walk by the White Cliffs of Dover in Kent, England. Our Swiss student, Nadin, recently enjoyed an unforgettable two-week English immersion experience at Hilderstone College in Broadstairs. To celebrate their 40th anniversary, our long-standing and valued Swiss partner organised a special scholarship raffle, giving students the chance to win a study […]

Hilderstone College Student Testimonial: My Experience Studying in Broadstairs

Jonas with his Hilderstone teacher, Dominic. There’s something special about returning to a place that once felt like home. 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. […]

Why Study English in Broadstairs Instead of London? Hilderstone College

Discover why studying English in Broadstairs offers a safer, more affordable and more immersive experience than London, while staying only 80 minutes away. Why Study English in Broadstairs Instead of London? When international students decide to study English in England, London is often the first city that comes to mind. It is famous, exciting and […]

Top 10 Things to Do in Broadstairs for Students

1. Relax at Viking Bay One of the most popular student activities in Broadstairs UK is spending time at Viking Bay. Students enjoy swimming, beach games, and relaxing after classes. 2. Enjoy Ice Cream by the Sea A classic part of Broadstairs seaside student life is walking along the promenade with friends and enjoying ice […]

Student’s Creative Poem about Broadstairs

Broadstairs, our picturesque seaside town, left a lasting impression on Najwa, a Saudi Arabian student who studied with us for six weeks this summer. She was inspired to compose a poem about her surroundings. You can enjoy reading her words below: “Broadstairs was not an ordinary city. Its passing was never dull; it slipped into […]

My English Experience

Sultan, one of our long-term students from Saudi Arabia, began his English language journey at Hilderstone College in Broadstairs, England, in November 2024 and completed his course in July 2025. Over his seven months with us, we saw remarkable progress in his English skills. It was a pleasure to see him embrace British culture and […]

Embarking on a British Adventure

Our Three-Week Journey at Hilderstone College Imagine a picturesque seaside town where the charm of the English coast meets an immersive learning experience. This was the setting for our group of German students, who, thanks to the scholarship of the Studienstiftung, embarked on a memorable three-week language course at Hilderstone College in Broadstairs. A warm […]

My experience at Hilderstone College

We had the chance to welcome Yousef, a student from Kuwait, for five months at our language school in Broadstairs, England. During his stay, we saw Yousef’s confidence grow and his English improve every day. It was wonderful to watch him make new friends and enjoy his time at Hilderstone College. Here is a short […]

Daughter follows in her mother’s footsteps to Hilderstone!

By Dave McKenna The summer’s sun has well and truly set for another year here in beautiful Broadstairs. This Sunday, just gone, marked the demise of the lighter warmer months with the clocks going back an hour. With that in mind, we decided to go back in time to the summer, to a brighter time, […]

BACK TO BROADSTAIRS – A student’s return to Hilderstone

In 2015 I was in Broadstairs for one week with my school. It was the first time I had been to the seaside, and I took a picture, me in front of the sea. After school I hadn’t any connection to English at all. As it turned out that my Master studies would be in […]