International House: Cape Town
35 Wale Street, Cape Town, Western Cape 8001, South Africa
International House: Cape Town
Contextual lessons are balanced to ensure that students improve their ability to apply language structures (grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation) for authentic communication and improve their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar
International House: Cape Town does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 9 students |
Maximum | 12 students |
Age range | 16 years old and older |
Average | 24 years old (22 in the summer) |
International House Cape Town is passionate about teaching English. Small classes allow the teachers time to attend to each student's individual needs. The school's atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, like Cape Town.
It is important to us that our students have a pleasant stay. Therefore we are committed to helping students from when they arrive to when they leave. We help you with transfers, accommodation and excursions to experience the fascinating and beautiful South African landscape and culture.
The nationality and age mix at International House: Cape Town varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 24. In the summer, the average age is 22.
International House: Cape Town teaches students from all over the world, including:
International House: Cape Town does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
IH Cape Town is located in the heart of the beautiful Mother City, as Cape Town is affectionately known. Surrounded by every amenity you can think of, just around the corner from the famous Greenmarket Square. The bus stop outside will have you on Camps Bay beach in a flash! You can walk to the V&A Waterfront or take a quick trip to the top Table Mountain any day.
If I had the opportunity to stay and continue studying English at this school, I would not hesitate to say yes.
I saw teachers interested in conveying information to each student for the first time. I would describe the teachers: energy and attention to each student. My teacher Nina always gave us very creative homework - it was entertaining. PSP (personal study program) - special thanks for this, says "bye" to the conversational barrier, allows you to speak out and hear people's views from different countries on the same things. It's a creative learning approach and always gets feedback from teachers on what you need to work on in your speaking.
On the first day, an excursion from the beautiful Jaslyn about safety in a new city and convenient locations near the school. She helped with the schedule and organized a tour in the blink of an eye.
I picked up housing on my own near the school, so I felt safer in a new country for me.
It was the best adventure of my life. I adapted to a new country and finally communicated with people from different countries, and I found friends. I realized that the world is much bigger and more beautiful and completely different than we can imagine, living in our routine. And knowing English is an essential skill that made it possible for me. I am glad that I finally understood why I studied English in my city, and now I learn it with a greater understanding of why and more love. Thanks, International school!
Dear Elena
WOW! Thank you SO very much for this incredible review! Students like you, are what makes what we do, worth while. Thank you for noticing the dedication and passion that our staff and teachers bring to the school every day.
We are always so happy to hear that we were able to contribute, even in the smallest way, to someone's journey and growth!
We wish you only the best Elena, you know we will always be here for you!
At International House it doesn't matter if you have a different age, different religion, different culture,... At IH you're just one big family. You get the chance to meet new people from all over the world, to discover magical Cape Town with them and most important, whilst improving your English language. The school is situated in the heart of Sea Point which offers a great outdoor-vibe as it's 2min away from the beach and the Pavilion Swimming Pool. Even from the terrace you have a magnificent view of the Atlantic AND Lion's Head. The school is also close to supermarkets, coffee shops & Mojo Market, which is really useful if the students wants to buy a little snack or drink while they are at school. In other words, the location couldn't be better. On the other hand, the teachers are always friendly and willing to help the students, no matter what. When you have some problems the whole team is ready to help the student. They try to engage all the students to participate at their Social Vibes, which offers the students the possibility to discover Cape Town together with fellow students and the staff. I can honestly say that it is a great school to study English and discover one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It really feels like home.
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Thanks a million for the superb and extremely detailed review. We love what you said about IH being a family. It is very important to us that all students feel welcome and make friends quickly but lasting. We are very happy to hear how much of a great time you had and that you maximised your experience in Cape Town with all the great trips and tours that are offered. Keep the memories alive and otherwise, come back ;) All the best of luck for the future.
I really enjoyed my stay at International House Cape Town, the teachers are great, really good, professional, experienced and they were always available and patient whenever I needed. Thanks to them I really improved my language skills. At IH Cape Town all the students have 1 hr PSP every day, in the beginning, I thought it was a bit pointless but then I definitely changed my mind, during PSP I had the opportunity to study in detail topics that for me were really difficult to understand. The school is amazing, the staff is always smiling and ready to help whatever I needed. They also have this beautiful terrace where you can enjoy a fantastic panorama of the ocean and of the mountains, I really enjoyed my free time there. So, in the end, I had a great time there, I felt so sad when I had to leave. I definitely recommend this school to anyone: you can improve your English and have a great, safe wonderful experience in Cape Town.
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Many many thanks for this amazing and detailed review about your time with us at IH Cape Town. It is always so great to hear how much people enjoy South Africa, Cape Town and our school. We are also very glad that you actually found the Personal Study Program very helpful. It is very different to most schools but it is a great modern approach which is very beneficial for the students if they put their mind to it.
It was great having you here and we hope you will be back one day. Greetings and all the best!
I have been working as an intern for three and a half months and it has been an absolutely life-changing experience gaining insights in cultural differences and how to approach them in a marketing perspective which was really interesting. I will return to Belgium as a more globally minded marketer. I would love to thank all the staff and students for making this a memorable chapter of my life!
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Hey Kenneth,
Thanks so much for your review. We are very grateful for all the hard work you have done during your internship at IH Cape Town and how well you integrated.
We know you had a great time in Cape Town and used all the opportunities to enjoy this city to its fullest. All the best to you and we hope to see you again :)
As I said, I appreciated my learning of English at IH Cape town. Teachers were always ready to assist me for any issue regarding my understanding of lessons and also I have lot appreciated interaction with others students from others countries. There were many activities also visiting table mountain for example. And, I'd like the availability of my host family during my stay.
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Hi Franck,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are very happy you enjoyed your time at IH so much and had a great experience with your course and teachers. It was a pleasure having you here and we hope to see you again. All the best!
I studied only 2 weeks, but it was fantastic!
Experienced teachers and friendly atmosphere helped me a lot to refresh my English and to brake the barriers of speaking.
Thank you!!!
Well regarding my classes and teachers, my experience was the best because they were never boring or made me feel so tired that I could not stand it anymore.
The location is perfect because is 2 minutes walking from ih to the beach, and I really the ocean and nearby there are many shops and restaurants, so it’s just perfect.
Facilities: the staff is always helpful and ready to guide you, they always have great recommendations to give about everything.
I have nothing to say about the activities because it was like super super super fantastic all the time for me.
I didn’t accommodation from ih so I can not speak about that from my experience but don’t remember any of my friends complaining about it.
I took a four-week intensive course at the International House Cape Town. I am very satisfied and would like to highly recommend this school.
Dedicated teachers taught me not only English but also the culture and history of this rainbow nation. In addition, thanks to friendly students from all over the world, I learned unique ideas and different points of view. Lessons were very helpful to improve my language skills, and extracurricular activities were very exciting.
I am confident that your experience here will be your treasure for life!
I really liked the location, teacher (Sebastian) and etc
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Thank you so much for your great feedback. We are happy, that you had a great time at International House Cape Town and especially liked the classes of teacher Sebastian. It is always nice to hear.
All the best from the Ih Cape Town Team :)
I have been at international house for 6 months and I enjoyed it very much.
First when I came I couldn't talk English not a single word but after my 6 months here , I can speak better English than before and thanks to all my teachers at International House.
They have helped me a lot , so thank you International House and I hope I can come in the future to improve my English.
Note: my writing still bad but I'm trying to make it better and sorry if I made any mistakes.
Thanks a lot
Thanks so much for the nice review! We are very glad to hear that you had such a good time at Ih Cape Town and that you already have improved your English! Wish you all the best in the future!
When I arrived, I was not able to speak properly and there was many things that I didn't know. I started in Elementary and my English improved. I have finished in upper-intermediate and I am able now to be clear in my speaking, writing etc . The most important is your own effort, because , a teacher can be everything so that you can learn , but if you neglect, you will not learn as far as you could . I liked the classes , because the teachers take time to explain clearly, you feel how much they like and enjoy teaching. The school is also located in a good area near some banks , and other things easy to reach that could help a person who is new in the city. There are a lot of facilities and activities , I don't know if you can be bored. It is also a way to visit Cape -Town at the same time, you are learning and practicing English. IH also helps students with their accommodations and their house family. What I did not like is (maybe because I am a greed person), IH doesn't give bakeries on break time, it could be fine! Even a doughnut.
Show details » Read more...Thank you so much for the nice words! We are glad to hear that you have improved your English and liked the school. The IH Cape Town team wishes you all the best for the future. Hope to see you again!
I am a real estate lawyer in Berlin (Germany), I took a three-weeks full day course in business English and real estate English. The teachers were excellent, the school facilities and equipment are of top quality, incl. digital whiteboards etc. Everything is well organised but still flexible and with understanding for individual needs and situations. The program for the evenings and weekends is very attractive and not just for "young pupils". I am with IH the third time now and can only recommend International House to everyone who wants to seriously improve his English and do this in a nice city with good weather.
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Thanks so much for the really nice review! We are very glad that you had such a good time at Ih Cape Town and enjoyed your stay at school and the city.
We would love to see you again some time soon!
Well, it's a big a challenge for me to describe how I feel about Ih Cape Town, because I've been here over 1/5 years so Ih is literally part of my family and all I'd like to say about Ih Cape Town is you should try to study at Ih Cape Town cos the facilities and quality of education is so high and the location of the school is brilliant cos we close to the all attractions places.
Actually I stayed at school's accommodation for first few months and honestly I found it very reasonable because they gave me such a good service which was great for me.
Thanks so much for your nice review! Good to hear you had a great time in Cape Town and were satisfied with the accommodation. We wish you all the best for the future!
The classes were very amazing and useful in improving my language skills. The location was also excellent.
Show details » Read more...Thank you for the nice words, Marta. We really enjoyed having you here. Ih Cape Town wishes you all the best for the future!
The school is located in the beautiful area of Sea Point in Cape Town. The school is new, well-organized, and has a methodology based on multimedia.
The teachers are excellent, polite and prepared.
Thank you so much for your review, Simone. We trust you had enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you again sometime soon. Keep well.
I believe there is anything that I did not like in IH. The localization is perfect, the teachers are really polite and friendly, and the structure of the classes is modern and dynamic too. In my opinion I think that I could improve a lot my English, to the point of considering myself a fluent English speaker.
I hope I can go back to Cape Town as soon as possible! What IH gave me were incredible things about culture, and fun in an African country. I cannot describe only with words. :) Thanks to every teacher, director and functionary from there, for showing me this awesome place!
Thank you so much for your kindly words. We are really glad to hear you had a great time here and we hope you will come back again!
I have no words for my experience in Cape Town – ZA, especially in International House. I’d like to say that I have improved my English studying there and made friends. It was the best experience ever. It was a huge pleasure to be part of IH Cape Town for this short period. Thank you guys for this amazing experience.
Show details » Read more...Thanks for your nice review! We are happy to hear that you had a great experience and that you choose for IH Cape Town. Wish you all the best for the future!
My personal experience in Cape Town was wonderful . I liked that the class was multi-racial. Teachers were very good. Location, and facilities, activities, and housing were perfect.
Show details » Read more...Thank you for the good review, Princilia. It was a pleasure having you at the school. Well done on finishing your course. The IH Cape Town team wishes you all the best for the future. Hope to see you again!
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Cape Town. These homes are often between 5 - 30 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 16+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about student residence accommodation
It is possible to live in a rented apartment during your study in Cape Town, but this tends to be more expensive. International House: Cape Town provides some assistance with apartment rentals or you can rent an apartment on your own. Learn more about apartment housing
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.
The closest airport to the school is Cape Town International (CPT).
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cape Town based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.
Have questions? Get answers from International House: Cape Town staff, Language International student advisors, and past students.
Ask a questionit is too late in the week and disrupts the class and Fridays are generally kept aside for tests. If a students joins a class late in the week then they also need to know that they pay for the full week. It will not benefit this student to start on a Friday. We could perhaps try to test him on a Friday and then he will go straight to classes the following Monday.
International House: Cape Town