Chaucer College was established in 1992 by the Shumei Foundation, a Japanese educational charitable organisation. Amongst our purposes is to promote international co-operation and friendship through the medium of the study of the English language. Our professional and friendly teaching staff are committed and passionate with internationally recognised qualifications in teaching English as a foreign language, ensuring the highest quality of tuition is delivered in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. Our courses are designed to develop your communicative competence with a particular focus on contemporary speaking and listening and natural use of English. Our enjoyable and exciting social activities will build your confidence and fluency in English as well as help you form new, international friendships.