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Why Choose a Private Training School for your Event Management Studies?

  • Writer: The Event School London
    The Event School London
  • May 1
  • 3 min read

Updated: May 2

When planning your next step in education, the choice of where you study can be as defining as what you study. A private training school offers a distinct advantage—one rooted in personalisation, industry alignment, and an accelerated pathway to career-readiness.


At The Event School London, we specialise in tailored, premium learning experiences that go beyond traditional classroom models. Our students benefit from small group teaching, expert tutors with real-world insight, and programmes designed in direct response to the evolving needs of the events industry.


Choosing a private training school means choosing focus, flexibility and a future-oriented approach. We don’t just prepare you for the workplace - we position you to thrive in it. With enrolment open for Sept 2025, this is the ideal time to secure your place and take control of your professional future with clarity and confidence.



Here are just a few benefits of studying with us:


Small Classes. Personalised Attention.


At The Event School London, you’re never just a number. Our small group sizes allow for highly individualised learning, close interaction with your tutors, and an educational experience tailored to your unique strengths and goals. It’s a more focused, more human way to learn — and it gets results.





Specialist Programmes Designed for the Real World


Our full-time courses are created by industry leaders and shaped by current industry needs.


Whether you're interested in event planning, venue coordination, wedding planning, sports events, major events, business or leadership, our curriculum is built around what employers are looking for today — and tomorrow.


Learn From Leading Industry Professionals


Our lecturers and tutors aren’t just educators — they’re active professionals working at the forefront of the events world. You’ll gain real-world insights, practical strategies, and connections that extend far beyond the classroom.





Study in London’s Events Hub Connected to All that London has to Offer


Our venues on the Royal Victoria Dock place you in the heart of London’s thriving event scene. With hundreds of events taking place in the local event centre, Excel London, and on the Royal Docks themselves area each year, the setting becomes a living classroom — complemented by exclusive site tours, venue excursions, and industry networking events.


Imagine heading to class at our host venue (Novotel London Excel) and being able to pop into world leading shows in your break! Like:

  • World Travel Market,

  • Salon International,

  • MCM Comic Con,

  • Professional Beauty,

  • International Food & Drink,

  • Move It Dance Expo,

  • London Marathon Exhibition,

  • Grand Designs,

  • The Business Show,

  • MarketTech,

  • The Event Production Show,

  • A Place in the Sun,

  • The Meetings Show,

  • Elvis Evolution,

  • Squid Game The Experience,

  • The Friends Experience,

  • Tutankhamun the Immersive Exhibition,

  • and even Formula E!


Royal Victoria Dock is well-connected - here's what's in reach from our host venue (by Elizabeth Line, DLR, Bus or Cable Car)




12 min by train: Central London



Build a Career-Ready Profile


Beyond academic learning, we focus on preparing you for professional success. You'll receive:

  • One-to-one career and academic mentoring

  • A professionally taken headshot

  • Support with your LinkedIn profile and CV

  • Opportunities for work placements and networking

  • Students joining our Heritage intake in September 2025 will also benefit from our 20th Anniversary celebrations with welcome reception and an awards and anniversary event providing even more opportunities to meet and connect with London's leading event professionals.


Invitations to Exclusive Event Industry Events


With our school's extensive connections, students receive invitations to exclusive event industry events, venue showcases, symposiums and networking where you can connect directly with London's event scene.






Flexible Payment Options and Financial Support


We believe talent should never be held back by financial barriers.


That’s why we offer affordable payment plans and a limited number of scholarships and heritage fee places to support eligible students.



Accommodation


We’ve partnered with Londonist to offer support access to quality student housing options in desirable London locations.


Whether you need short-term or year-round accommodation, there’s a solution to suit your needs — with flexible payment options available.



Ready to Take the First Step?


By enrolling early, you give yourself the space to plan, prepare, and make the most of everything your course — and London — has to offer.


✅ View Full-Time Courses with September 2025 Start

✅ Explore Scholarship Options and Heritage Places

✅ Apply Now to Secure Your Place

📩 Questions? Contact us at info@eventschool.london

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