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UNITED KINGDOM ...........................
USA ........................................................
IH Brisbane
IH Sydney
IH Vancouver
IH Whistler
IH Dublin
IH Galway
IH Malta - Gozo
IH Auckland
IH Cape Town
IH Johannesburg
IH Bangkok
IH Chiang Mai
IH Aberdeen (Scotland)
IH Belfast (Northern Ireland)
IH Bristol
IH InTuition Homestay English
IH London
IH Manchester
IH Newcastle
IH Hollywood - L.A.
IH San Diego
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EGYPT ...................................................
IH Cairo
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IH Xian
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IH Nice
IH Geneva
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IH Berlin
IH Heidelberg
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IH Catania
IH Florence
IH Lake Como
IH Milan
IH Palermo
IH Rome
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COLOMBIA ..........................................
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IH Bogot
IH Cuernavaca
IH Guadalajara
IH Mexico City
IH Queretaro
IH Riviera Maya
IH Barcelona
IH Cdiz
IH Cordoba
IH Madrid
IH Palma - Mallorca
IH San Sebastian
IH Santander
IH Seville
IH Tarragona
IH Valencia
IH Valladolid
IH Montevideo
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Jesi
Puebla
Toluca
Ecuador
Guayaquil
Montanita
Quito
Recanati
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Stavropol
Voronezh
Turkey
Istanbul
Izmir
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Beijing
Qingdao
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AUSTRALIA - IH Brisbane
THE CITY
Brisbane - the capital of Queensland and
Australias fastest growing city reaching almost
2 million inhabitants. With almost 300 days
of sunshine a year, Brisbanes warm climate
and convenient location make it a favourite
destination for both locals and tourists.
The city is safe, clean and sophisticated, offering
a relaxed, subtropical lifestyle. From Brisbane,
it is easy to get to theme parks, wildlife reserves,
beautiful beaches, islands and farms.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE SCHOOL
IH Brisbane-ALS is situated in a modern, airconditioned building, located in the city centre.
We normally have around 500 students from
over 20 different countries, all being taught by
highly qualified and experienced teachers.
If you are looking for a great school to learn
English with, and a great city to do it in, then
you are in the right place. We welcome you to
Brisbane, and to IH Brisbane ALS for the English
experience of a lifetime.
IH Brisbane ALS wants your stay in Australia
to be one you will remember all your life. Our
friendly staff and teachers will help you achieve
your goals, whether for further study in Australia
or simply to learn English.
School Contact:
Vitor Reis
Senior Marketing Coordinator
vitor@ihbrisbane.com.au
www.ihbrisbane.com.au
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THE COURSES
General English, English for Academic Purposes
(EAP), IELTS Exam Preparation, Cambridge
Exam Preparation (FCE, CAE), Certificate
IV in TESOL, Business English Intermediate
Certificate II and III in Business, Afternoon
Elective Classes (Students choice).
AUSTRALIA - IH Sydney
THE SCHOOL
IH Sydney is an accredited, internationally
recognised boutique school for teacher training
and English language development. Our
courses are developed in conjunction with
leading schools, universities, governments and
other organisations, providing our graduates
with a competitive edge and allowing them
greater choice of employment, study and other
opportunities worldwide. The centre is fully
equipped with comfortable, spacious, fully air
conditioned rooms and up-to-date multi-media
facilities in the classrooms. Computers are
available throughout the centre with full internet
access, free wireless internet and a large common
area with kitchen facilities.
School Contact:
Wiebke Zimdars
Marketing Manager Europe, Latin
America and Middle East
wzimdars@ihsydney.com.au
Nao Sugiura
Marketing Manager Asia
nsugiura@ihsydney.com.au
www.ihsydney.com.au
THE COURSES
In addition to our teacher training courses
such as the Cambridge CELTA, Certificate IV in
TESOL, J-Shine and the English for Teaching
Younger Learners course, we also offer General
English, English for Academic Purposes and
IELTS Preparation, as well as the Cambridge First
Certificate in English and Certificate of Advanced
English.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
Sydney is a vibrant, modern cosmopolitan city.
With stunning beaches, a world-renowned
harbour and landmarks such as the Opera House
and the Harbour Bridge, Sydney is truly one of the
most beautiful cities in the world.
CANADA - IH Vancouver
THE CITY
Geographically, Vancouver is considered the
most beautiful city in North America with
Mountains to the North and East and the Pacific
Ocean to the West. This location provides ideal
conditions for a variety of outdoor activities, and
opportunities to travel.
Ranked by UNESCO as one of the top places in the
world to live, Vancouver is a beautiful, safe and
friendly city.
THE SCHOOL
Located between historical old Gastown and the
new and trendy Yaletown the school offers easy
access to all the best of downtown Vancouver. The
brand new campus boasts 24 new classrooms,
student lounge, a computer lab (free internet and
Wi-Fi throughout the school), as well as a cinema,
art gallery, a variety of shops and numerous
dining venues all under the same roof.
ENGLISH COURSES
School Contact:
Jeff Romonko
Academic Director
jeff@ihvancouver.com
www.ihvancouver.com
I was very lucky to come to International House Vancouver and I must
say my experience here has been amazing... If you want to improve your
English in a friendly and welcoming environment, this is the school for
you! At International House Vancouver you can live your dream.
Fahad - Saudi Arabia
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THE COURSES
Courses available for adults include General
English, Exam Preparation, Business English and
a wide range of Elective Classes in the afternoon
(e.g. Grammar and Writing, Pronunciation,
English through Song, English through Media
and many more). Moreover we offer a Pathway
Program for students wanting to continue their
studies at a Canadian university and college and
we have a good number of carefully selected
partner institutions in North America.
Through our Career College, we offer training
programs for foreign students in the field of
customer service and business. These programs
have a study and a work component, partly with
paid internship opportunities.
In winter and summer we also offer Junior
Programs in homestays or on campus.
CANADA - IH Whistler
THE SCHOOL
IH Whistler was built on the idea that students
want more than traditional classrooms and
text books. The school is located in the centre of
Whistler Village with easy access to nature and
world class outdoor activities. The professional
and highly qualified Whistler team will make
sure that students get the maximum benefit
from their English classes but also make them
feel part of a family.
School Contact:
Jeff Romonko
Academic Director
jeff@ihvancouver.com
THE COURSES
Courses available include but are not limited
to General English, Summer Junior Adventure
Camp, Test Preparation (CAE, FCE) and Sports
training programs such as Core Snowboard, Ski &
Mountain Bike Camps.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
Whistler is nestled in the Coast Mountains of
British Columbia, Canada. Located just 40km
inland from the Pacific Ocean and 120km by
car from Vancouver. Whistler & Blackcomb
Mountains offers the largest skiable terrain of
any ski area in North America and is consistently
rated the top winter resort in North America.
With the worlds largest downhill bike park,
it is quickly becoming the premier summer
destination for outdoor recreation too.
Whistler provides a great look into Canadian
culture and nature, with a list of world class
activities that can compete with any location in
the world.
www.ihwhistler.com
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IRELAND - IH Dublin
THE CITY
Dublin is an exciting city with a young population
and strong traditional culture and is famous
worldwide for its friendly people who like to
talk! There is a wide variety of pubs, restaurants,
theatres and galleries for visitors to enjoy.
But while Dublin is a thriving cultural centre,
unspoiled countryside and spectacular scenery
are always within easy reach.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE SCHOOL
IH Dublin moves to a fantastic new purpose built
school in September 2015. The impressive
five storey modern building has 40 classrooms
& floor to ceiling window atrium overlooking
private landscaped development with stunning
views of the city. Located in the city centre in the
IFSC vicinity (financial district), the new school
has been purpose built with 40 classrooms, roof
top restaurant & outdoor terrace, large library,
computer facilities & student common areas
throughout. Students who choose to study
at IH Dublin will enjoy a quality and effective
learning experience in a friendly and supportive
environment.
School Contact:
Aoife Govern
Marketing Director
marketing@ihdublin.com
www.ihdublin.com
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THE COURSES
Courses available at the Adult School include
General English, Business English, Over
50s Programme, Cambridge & IELTS Exam
Preparation, Internship Programme, CELTA &
DELTA and Teachers Refresher Courses. We
offer Junior Summer Programmes in Dublin
and Cork, with the options of either homestay
or luxury residential accommodation. Students
can also choose to take part in an excellent High
School Programme for a whole academic year or
single semester, and we have partnerships with
top schools all around Ireland.
IH Dublin is a wonderful
school to work with,
professionalism at its best, but
always with a portion of humour.
We really enjoy our close and
fruitful partnership with IH
Dublin.
Niklaus Thr - Switzerland
IRELAND - IH Galway
THE SCHOOL
IH Galway English language programmes are
based on campus at the National University of
Ireland, Galway. Classrooms are spacious and
bright, and fully equipped with computers,
projectors and Wi-Fi. Sports facilities include an
indoor swimming pool, a gym, playing fields and
tennis courts.
Teacher training programmes are based at the
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, which is
a modern college with excellent facilities. All
classrooms are bright and fully equipped with
computers, projectors and Wi-Fi, and there is a
large, bright library which is perfect for teachers
to study and carry out research.
THE COURSES
Summer programme for older teens (16-19)
- Pre-University Experience: this 25-lesson
per week residential programme helps students
prepare for studying at university level with
focus on academic reading, writing, listening and
speaking.
Customised programmes for individuals
and small groups: we offer highly personalised
programmes in English for specific purposes
such as business, law, academic study or banking.
We also design customised short stay cultural,
activity and visit programmes. Programmes can
also be offered in the clients own country.
Teacher training: Cambridge TKT, CELTA and
DELTA, including the IH London Distance DELTA
Orientation Course; customised courses for nonnative teachers in Galway or in the teachers own
country.
School Contact:
Mary Grennan
Director
mary.grennan@ihgalway.ie
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
The beautiful university city of Galway is situated
on the spectacular Atlantic coast of Ireland.
The citys small size means that it has a friendly
atmosphere and is also very safe for students.
Galway is famous for its many cultural events,
such as the Arts Festival, the Film Festival,
Racing Week and the world-famous Guinness
and Oyster Festival! Visitors to this region
describe it as The Real Ireland.
www.ihgalway.ie
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MALTA - IH Malta-Gozo
THE CITY
Situated right in the middle of the Mediterranean
Sea but easily accessible by air from all European
destinations, the Maltese Islands offer much
more than learning English in a mild climate.
THE SCHOOL
ENGLISH COURSES
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THE COURSES
All types of courses are available at our adults
school in St Julians; from General English to
Business English for managers and executives,
from 1:1 lessons to closed groups. Our Young
Learners Programme offers both tuition and a full
weeks leisure activities with 24/7 supervision.
We are a boutique language school and our small
size allows us to be very flexible with our product.
School Contact:
Marc Spiteri
Director
mvs@ihmalta.com
www.ihmalta.com
THE SCHOOL
IH Auckland - AUT is one of New Zealands
leading English language teaching organisations.
It is the English language school for international
students at Auckland University of Technology
and is located in the central city campus in a
modern building, close to shops, cafes, cinemas
and other facilities. The school occupies two
floors and has a self-study centre, a computer lab
and a University student lounge. Our students
receive the AUT University student identity card
on arrival, giving access to University facilities
and services.
School Contact:
Sunki Min
Administration Manager
sunki.min@aut.ac.nz
www.autinternationalhouse.info
THE COURSES
We offer full-time (23 hours) and part-time (17
hours) study at all levels of General English as
well as full-time IELTS examination preparation
courses and an academic pathway programme
to AUT University.
The school also offers
CELTA teacher training, TESOL training and
international examinations courses. It is open 50
weeks of the year. Classes are small and focus on
developing and enhancing students speaking,
listening, reading and writing skills. Individual
tuition and group study programmes are also
available. Minimum age 18.
Studying at IH Auckland
was a wonderful experience for
me. I enjoyed the well-structured
curriculum and the supportive
learning materials. IH Auckland
ticked all the boxes for me.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
Auckland is New Zealands largest city, with a
population of over 1.3 million. The city is wellknown for its mild climate, glorious scenery
and very friendly people. Visiting the excellent
beaches, swimming, bushwalking, barbecues
and sailing are popular pastimes for Aucklanders
and when you see the number of yachts in the
harbours you will understand why Auckland is
called The City of Sails. Its the perfect place to
combine study and exploration of our beautiful
surroundings.
La-Or, Thailand
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THE CITY
Cape Town is the unofficial capital of South
Africa, fondly referred to as the Mother City. It
boasts the most beautiful setting of mountainmeets-ocean where the famous Table Mountain
watches over magnificent local beaches known
for their international standards.
THE SCHOOL
ENGLISH COURSES
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My experience at IH Cape
Town was absolutely amazing.
Here I found all the prerequisites
that I was looking for. Cape Town
deserves praise, in other words,
I recommend this destination
and I am totally satisfied with my
investment and I intend to come
back soon.
Oswaldo Caleffi de Lara
THE COURSES
Standard courses: Contextual lessons are
balanced to ensure that students improve their
ability to apply language structures for authentic
communication and improve their reading,
writing, listening and speaking skills.
Intensive courses: Further improvement
of students fluency and communicative
competence.
Other courses: Business English, private tuition,
exam preparation, English for Specific Purposes,
English & Volunteering, Young Learner
programmes and CELTA (teacher training)
courses. Free online English courses available for
the duration of their stay in Cape Town.
School Contact:
Gavin Eyre
Managing Director
gavin@ihcapetown.com
www.ihcapetown.com
THE SCHOOL
IH Johannesburg - Language Lab is located in
the central area of Johannesburg, Braamfontein,
right next to the iconic Nelson Mandela Bridge.
The areas eclectic boutiques give Braamfontein
a trendy and bustling student vibe. There is easy
access to bus routes and taxis.
Our school is equipped with 12 classrooms, 3
computer rooms with 60 computers and full
internet access, a canteen and a library for every
students reading needs. All of our teachers hold
Cambridge teaching qualifications, and their
passion and enthusiasm ensure that our English
courses are both exciting and rewarding.
THE COURSES
IELTS: IH Johannesburg is proud to be the
only independent IELTS (International English
Language Testing System) testing centre in
South Africa. The IELTS test caters to persons
wanting to immigrate to countries such as
School Contact:
Fatima Govender
info@ihjoburg.co.za
www.ihjoburg.co.za
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
Johannesburg is a bustling metropolitan city in
South Africa. Its energy, cultural diversity and
incomparable African heartbeat epitomises
what it means to be a rainbow nation. With many
historical landmarks such as the Apartheid
Museum,
Nelson
Mandelas
House,
Constitutional Hill and Orlando Towers, it is ideal
for any tourist and student.
THAILAND - IH Bangkok
THE CITY
Voted by Travel and Leisure magazine as the
best city in the world, there really is something
for everyone in Bangkok. Whether its the exotic
culture, sophisticated shopping malls, thriving
local markets, mouth-watering street food or the
vibrant nightlife, youll find a reason to fall in love
with Bangkok!
Nature-lovers and those who prefer a more
leisurely pace of life will appreciate our new
school in the laid-back, creative city of Chiang
Mai. Often called the Rose of the North, Chiang
Mai is a cultural and natural wonderland,
boasting historic temples and bustling Night
Bazaars surrounded by breathtaking mountains,
lush forests and idyllic waterfalls.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE SCHOOL
IH Bangkok is located in buzzing Silom, right at
the heart of Bangkoks Central Business District.
The school is a minutes walk from the two main
forms of public transport in Bangkok, the BTS
Skytrain and MRT, which makes us both easily
accessible and ideally situated for our students
to enjoy the sights and sounds of this vibrant city!
School Contact:
Marshall Owen
Marketing Manager
Marketing@ihbangkok.com
www.ihbangkok.com
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THE COURSES
The school offers a wide range of courses the
General English 15 (meaning 15 hours a week of
General English), General English 25, Academic
English 25 and Business English 25 which all
include the GE 15 in the morning. We also offer
a combination of 15 hours General English plus
private 1:1 in a course of your choice. Finally,
we offer preparation classes for all Cambridge
examinations as well as SATS, IELTS and TOEIC,
as well as the CELTA and DELTA teacher training
programmes.
THE SCHOOL
A sister school of IH Bangkok, IH Chiang Mai was
opened in January 2015. 20 minutes from the
city centre, the school campus is surrounded by
the beautiful nature of Northern Thailand. The
campus has a school, a restaurant and a hotel,
which will be completed by January 2016.
School Contact:
Marshall Owen
Marketing Manager
Marketing@ihbangkok.com
www.ihchiangmai.com
THE COURSES
General English (GE) 15 (15 hours/week General
English), General English 25, Academic English
25 & Business English 25 which all include GE
15 in the morning. We offer preparation classes
for all Cambridge exams as well as SAT, IELTS
TOEFL & TOEIC etc. We also offer the CELTA and
Delta teacher training.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
Nature-lovers and those who prefer a more
leisurely pace of life will appreciate our new
school in the laid-back, creative city of Chiang
Mai. Often called the Rose of the North, Chiang
Mai is a cultural and natural wonderland,
boasting historic temples and bustling Night
Bazaars surrounded by breathtaking mountains,
lush forests and idyllic waterfalls.
Leonard - Germany
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UK - IH Aberdeen
THE CITY
Aberdeen, on the north-east coast, is a great
place to explore the real Scotland! Known as
the Oil & Gas Capital of Europe and famed for
its sparkling granite architecture, visitors often
remark how safe and clean the city is. It is a short
trip to the Grampian Highlands and some of the
most spectacular scenery in Scotland. You can
follow the worlds only Malt Whisky Trail, visiting
distilleries and sampling their produce and a
world famous Castle Trail, with historic, romantic
castles, including Balmoral, where the Queen
and her family spend their holidays. Aberdeen
is a great base for all outdoor sports, such as golf,
cycling and tennis, as well as mountain-biking,
kite-surfing on our fabulous beaches and hill
walking.
Aberdeen is easily reached by air via London
Heathrow, Paris CDG, Amsterdam and Frankfurt,
all just a short flight (90 minutes approximately)
away.
THE SCHOOL
Located in the heart of the city on the main
street, IH Aberdeen is a bright and spacious
building with well-equipped classrooms, large
students lounge and a computer/library area. A
wide choice of cafes, restaurants and shopping
malls are on the doorstep, as are the art gallery,
maritime museum, theatre and city library.
THE COURSES
General & Intensive English | University
Preparation | IELTS Exam Preparation | Natural
English speaking, vocabulary & cultural studies
| Cambridge Exam Preparation (PET, FCE, CAE,
CPE) | English for Oil & Gas | English for Business.
ENGLISH COURSES
School Contact:
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Malcolm Davidson
Business Development Manager
Malcolm@ihaberdeen.com
www.ihaberdeen.com
My whole experience in Aberdeen has been delightful. The school is
simply wonderful: the atmosphere is really friendly, the teachers are so
dynamic and energetic, and the staff is very kind and helpful. Im really
satisfied with the results! All in all, I highly recommend this place because
Ive had loads of fun here!
Carolina Fernandez Quintanilla - Spain
UK - IH Belfast
THE SCHOOL
IH Belfast is located in University Street, which
is in the heart of the citys university district.
The area is full of bars, restaurants and shops
catering for a large student population and is
just a 10-minute walk from Belfast city centre.
The language school is housed in an impressive
Victorian building.
School Contact:
Karen Russell
Business Development Manager
karen@ihbelfast.com
www.ihbelfast.com
THE COURSES
The minimum study period is one week.
Maximum number of students per class is 12 and
minimum age for the courses is 17. All levels of
English are taught from beginner to proficiency.
Students who are absolute beginners should
contact the school about starting dates.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
Belfast is fast becoming established as one of
the most desirable and dynamic cities in Europe.
With legendary hospitality, fascinating visitor
attractions, stunning scenery and some of the
best craic around, its the ideal location for a
study abroad holiday. Belfast has also become the
natural gateway for foreign visitors to Northern
Ireland and there is an increasing number of
direct flights from several European cities.
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UK - IH Bristol
THE CITY
Bristol is a friendly, safe city with a rich history
as a trading port and is now a centre for creative,
financial and high technology industries. With
two thriving universities, it is a young and lively
place. Big enough to offer great shopping, places
to visit and lots of cultural entertainment but
still small enough to get around easily and not
feel lost. Bristol has been voted one of the Top 10
UK Destinations 2014 by Trip Advisor and is the
European Green Capital 2015.
THE SCHOOL
ENGLISH COURSES
School Contact:
David Hancock
Sales & Marketing
david@ihbristol.com
www.ihbristol.com
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THE COURSES
We offer General and Intensive English courses,
a selection of business courses, IELTS and
Cambridge preparation, private tuition, junior
courses year round, and specialist courses such as
English & Film Making, drama and photography.
We also offer teacher training (Trinity TESOL)
and are an exam centre for Cambridge and IELTS
exams. Class sizes are maximum 12 (adults) and
15 ( juniors).
THE SCHOOL
InTuition classrooms are in the relaxed and
comfortable surroundings of your host tutors
home. So you could be in a cottage by the sea in
Cornwall, or an apartment overlooking Tower
Bridge in London. InTuition was the first Home
Tuition organisation to be accredited by the
British Council, and winner of the best English
Language School.
School Contact:
Norman Renshaw
Director
learn@intuitionlang.com
www.intuitionlang.com
THE COURSES
Choose to study 3, 4, 5 or even 6 hours per day for
a minimum of 1 week. Course objectives ensure
your course is delivered to your needs, level and
speed. You can choose intensive General English,
Exam Preparation, Professional English for
Business or Young Learners. InTuition can
accommodate two students at the same time or
even a whole family.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
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UK - IH London
THE CITY
Exciting. Sophisticated. Full of life. London is one
of the worlds most inspiring and cosmopolitan
cities and the perfect place to study English. With
world-famous galleries, museums and tourist
attractions, a rich history, and a third of the city
devoted to parks and open spaces, there is more
to explore here than any other city in the UK.
THE SCHOOL
ENGLISH COURSES
School Contact:
sales@ihlondon.com
www.ihlondon.com
My teacher was excellent. From the first day he was really flexible to
adapt to our needs I think he was really helpful and I have learnt a lot
from him. His classes were fun and time passed really quickly.
Maria
Alvarez - Spain
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THE COURSES
IH London is known around the world for
excellence in language teaching and teacher
training. We offer a wide variety of courses, from
general English and modern languages, to IELTS
and Cambridge exam preparation, and training
for teachers, professionals and business people.
Both group classes and one-to-one teaching are
available, and we tailor each students learning
programme to their level and their needs.
UK - IH Manchester
THE SCHOOL
Our bright and light modern school is located in
the upmarket business and shopping district, just
a 2 minute walk from the city centre transport
hub of Piccadilly Gardens. We are in the heart
of the city and surrounded by everything that
this vibrant and exciting metropolis has to offer;
pubs, bars, cafes, restaurants and shops. The
school is a Trinity College examination centre,
accredited by the British Council, a member of
English UK, has gained Educational Oversight
with the Independent Schools Inspectorate and
is a Home Office Highly Trusted Sponsor.
School Contact:
Peter Hayes
Director
peter@ihmanchester.com
www.ihmanchester.com
THE COURSES
We offer General and Intensive English courses
for adults plus IELTS and Cambridge exam
preparation. Our International School Year
Programme offers English language, GCSE or
BTEC courses to juniors aged from 14 years.
We also offer our International Foundation Year
Programme which gives students an entry route
to UK universities. Our dedicated international
football academy offers football education and
trial opportunities to young players between 14
and 21 years. All classes contain a maximum of
15 students.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE CITY
Manchester is a dynamic, lively and cosmopolitan
city. As the birth place of the industrial revolution
it has always been a city at the very centre of
world innovation, commerce and social change.
Manchester has three world class universities
and so offers a friendly welcome and an active
social life to young students from all over the
world. Everyone knows that Manchester is
famous for football, but dont forget the many live
music venues from classical concert halls, large
arenas to clubs and pubs. The weather in the
north of England may not always be warm, but
the people and the welcome most certainly are!
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UK - IH Newcastle
THE CITY
Newcastle is the vibrant capital of the North
East of England and has a famous reputation for
its warm Geordie hospitality and friendliness.
With a compact city centre, youll be impressed
at how easy Newcastle is to get around, as well
as being so close to miles of beautiful coastline
and countryside. Voted one of the UKs favourite
student cities, Newcastle is an ideal study
destination with its affordable lifestyle, thriving
arts and culture and energetic social scene. It is
one of Europes best nights out.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE SCHOOL
Our purpose-built school opened in 2010 and
is located in the heart of the city centre with
fantastic shops, restaurants, markets and art
galleries on the doorstep. Rated excellent by
the British Council, our facilities include 16
classrooms, a spacious IT suite for our Personal
Study Programme and free Wi-Fi in our large
student caf and common room. The school is
an open Cambridge ESOL examination centre
and according to the Independent Schools
Inspectorate (ISI) we exceed expectations in the
quality of the curriculum, teaching and learners
achievements as well as student welfare.
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THE COURSES
The school offers a flexible range of courses: 10,
15, 20, 25 and 30 hours per week, specialising
in general, academic, business and executive
English. We also offer preparation classes for all
the Cambridge examinations as well as IELTS
and TOEIC, and provide CELTA and DELTA
teacher training. Professional internships are
available for higher level students. We have oneto-one classes and a Personal Study Programme
to maximise progress. We offer group packages
all year round and in the summer, we run
young learners courses in both Edinburgh and
Newcastle.
School Contact:
Patricia Mullen
Executive/ Marketing Director
patricia@ihnewcastle.com
www.ihnewcastle.com
THE SCHOOL
The school is located in the heart of Hollywood.
Situated right on Hollywood Boulevard it is
only minutes away from a number of theatres,
museums, Sunset Boulevard and the iconic Walk
of Fame and much more.
With lots of expertise and know-how in the field
of language education, IH Hollywood L.A. offers
high quality language courses and a wide range of
activities and other services to give our students
the best language learning experience.
School Contact:
Jeff Romonko
Academic Director
jeff@ihvancouver.com
THE COURSES
In Hollywood we offer General English courses
for adults (16+), Exam Preparation Courses,
Individual Classes and Teacher Training courses.
In the summer we run a residential Junior
Program for young students from 9 to 17 years
old with exciting activities in and around Los
Angeles.
THE CITY
Hollywood is one of the most recognised place
in the world. Founded as an independent city
it merged with Los Angeles in the early 1900s
when the Southern California motion picture
industry was born.
Many of the most popular Los Angeles
attractions are in Hollywood such as the Walk
of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard, Graumans
Chinese Theatre, Griffith Park Observatory, and
the famous Hollywood sign.
Come and experience IH Hollywood! You
might even find yourself rubbing elbows with a
celebrity!
www.ihhollywood.com
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THE CITY
San Diego, known as Americas Finest City, is
renowned for its beautiful natural harbor, idyllic
climate, pristine beaches, and an exciting array of
world-class family attractions. With its proximity
to beaches, mountains, deserts, and natural
reserves, recreational opportunities including
swimming, surfing, boating, golfing, hiking, and
mountain climbing abound in the San Diego area
year round. San Diego is Americas eighth largest
city but enjoys the friendliness, hospitality and
safety of a much smaller city. The world famous
San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Wild Animal Park,
Balboa Park, Birch Aquarium, professional
sports, and other attractions make San Diego one
of the most alluring tourist destinations in the
world.
ENGLISH COURSES
THE SCHOOL
The school is conveniently located in Fashion
Valley just minutes from a major transit center
with trolleys and buses to every part of the city.
The IH San Diego campus includes 10 classrooms,
a kitchen, a computer lab (free internet access
and free wireless internet), a spacious student
lounge, and outdoor patios and green spaces.
School Contact:
Karen Johnson
Director
karen@ihsandiego.com
www.ihsandiego.com
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THE COURSES
Courses available for adults include General
English, Cambridge Examination Prep, TOEFL
Prep, TOEIC Prep, IELTS Prep, and CELTA
Teacher Training. The Summer Junior Campus
Program at San Diego State University is available
in July/August. The Winter Junior Homestay
Program is available in January/February,
and the Summer Junior Homestay Program is
available in July/August.
EGYPT - IH Cairo
THE SCHOOL
IH Cairo ILI offers 20 well-equipped classrooms,
a cafeteria, a computer lab, a library, free WiFi and study spaces. In addition, the school
has fully furnished and serviced residential
accommodation. The school publishes its
own book series called Kallimni Arabi and
Lughatuna Al Fusha, available from Amazon.
School Contact:
Dina Haseeb
Centre Manager
dhaseeb@ihcairo.com
www.arabicegypt.com
THE COURSES
Both full-time and part-time courses are offered
in two Arabic dialects: Egyptian Colloquial Arabic
and Modern Standard Arabic.
The school also offers live online courses,
media courses and tailor made programs for
Foreign Ministries, diplomat training, military,
UN/EU organisation, ministries of Education,
universities etc. The school also provides fulltime and online teacher training for Arabic as a
foreign language.
I am very impressed by IH
Cairo - ILI so far. The first day of
classes was outstanding - Nancy is
an excellent Ammya teacher! Im
also pleased by how organised &
helpful the reception is. Thank you
- its great to study Arabic again.
ARABIC COURSES
THE CITY
Cairo is called Um el-Dunya (Mother of the World)
by Egyptians. With its rich cultural history,
modern Cairo is the place to be. As the largest
city in the Middle East and North Africa region
and acting as a bridge between cultures, Cairo is
a bustling energising place, alive with diversity.
The old city with its mosques and churches, the
majestic Nile and the ever present desert all
make this one of the most fascinating mega cities
in the world. There is always something to do and
see in Cairo watching the sunset from a felucca
on the Nile, walking through history at the Cairo
Museum, or checking out the local music scene
and learning Arabic of course.
CHINA - IH Xian
THE CITY
Xian lies about 1200 kilometres south of Beijing
in the province Shaanxi. With a population today
of eight million, Xian is considered a large city,
even by the Chinese! But with the historical
buildings, the close alleys and the city-wall from
the 14th Century, which is the most completely
preserved in China, it still appears like a small
town.
THE SCHOOL
CHINESE COURSES
School Contact:
Su Peng
Director
supeng@ihxian.com
www.ihxian.com
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THE COURSES
Our language courses have only 4 to 8
participants and a guarantee that offers many
communicative situations during the course.
This promotes an inspiring class atmosphere
and rapid learning progress. We use only highly
experienced and qualified teachers for our
students.
FRANCE - IH Nice
THE SCHOOL
The school is located in a private business
university (IPAG) where foreign students can
meet French students easily. The school is in a
very nice area near the new library, the museum
of modern art, the national theatre and the
Acropolis Convention Centre. Our friendly team
of professionals will respond to all our students
needs rapidly and efficiently.
School Contact:
William Rubinstein
Director
william@ihnice.com
www.ihnice.com
THE COURSES
IH Nice offers group courses for adults and
teenagers, for all levels, intensive and extra
intensive as well as private lessons and lessons at
the teachers home.
FRENCH COURSES
THE CITY
Nice (population 300,000) is a world famous
city known for its climate, its position between
sea and mountains, its Maritime Promenade
des Anglais, and for being a chosen destination
for artists and writers. Its location is perfect for
exploring the Cte dAzur region and moreover
you will discover the art of the French lifestyle in
the old countryside villages, the flavours and the
cuisine of Nice, and the beautiful landscape of the
Riviera.
Callum - Australia
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SWITZERLAND - IH Geneva
THE CITY
Built around the end of Lake Geneva with its
famous fountain, and surrounded by mountains
on both sides, Geneva is a stunning location at the
very heart of Europe. The city itself is renowned
for being clean and safe and attracts visitors from
across the globe. The international airport and an
excellent public transport system make life easy
for all visitors.
THE SCHOOL
Founded in 1974, IH Geneva is one of the longest
established and most successful language
schools in Switzerland. The school occupies
six floors of its building, situated in downtown
Geneva just 2 minutes from the lake. As well as
more than 60 classrooms, the school also offers
3 multi-media centres with free and unlimited
access for all students.
THE COURSES
For visitors to Geneva, the school offers Executive
courses at all levels in English and French (1 to 1)
as well as group courses (20 lessons per week) in
English and French.
School Contact:
FRENCH COURSES
info@asc-ih.ch
www.asc-ih.ch
I was impressed by the speed at which I progressed. For me, learning
a language is not just about mastering grammar; it is also about
understanding culture. Our professors organised dynamic lessons
that taught me the structure of the French language and how to use it
confidently in public. They also shared very useful information about
Geneva and Switzerland. I would recommend this school to anybody!
Former IH Geneva student
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GERMANY - IH Berlin
THE SCHOOL
The school was founded in 1983 and has a parklike 14.000 sqm campus in the very center
of Berlin. Facilities include 50 classrooms,
a restaurant, a cafeteria, 50 fully equipped
apartments and 70 hotel rooms of premium
standard. One of the buildings on campus is
under monument protection: historic baths
Stadtbad Oderberger, housing a swimming
pool. The school is a testing center for TestDaF all
Cambridge exams and TOEFL.
School Contact:
Barbara Jaeschke
Managing Director
german@gls-berlin.de
www.gls-berlin.de
THE COURSES
General German
German for Work
Exam preparation (Goethe B2, C1, C2) and
TestDaF
Junior summer camps
German course + internship
30+ courses (mini groups)
Really enthusiastic
teachers. Encouraged to
practice speaking - errors
always kindly corrected, without
making you feel bad! Good class
size. Interesting trips at the
weekend. I learnt lots and met
really interesting people - I would
definitely return.
GERMAN COURSES
THE CITY
Amy - UK
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GERMANY - IH Heidelberg
THE CITY
Heidelberg is one of Germanys most beautiful
cities and is world renowned for its romantic
charm. The castle and Old Town, nestled between
wooded hills and the river, attract millions of
visitors annually from around the world. Science
and modern technology both flourish here,
making Heidelberg one of the most important
business locations in the vibrant metropolitan
Rhine-Neckar region. The outstanding university
is over 600 years old and is particularly popular
among international students, who contribute
significantly to the vitality and cosmopolitan flair
of the city.
GERMAN COURSES
THE SCHOOL
Since 1958 IH Heidelberg Collegium Palatinum
has been providing quality language courses
year-round. The school offers an exceptional
atmosphere and modern facilities and is located
in the Villa Krehl, in Heidelbergs most beautiful
residential area. The historic building with its
spacious garden provides students with the
perfect environment: classrooms and offices
impress with their modern equipment and
facilities and the picturesque garden allows a
variety of recreational activities for the students,
such as barbecuing, playing ballgames, or simply
relaxing. Well-equipped classrooms; computer
lab; library; free wireless internet; spacious
garden and terraces and TV room.
School Contact:
Ute Gleich
info@german-courses-heidelberg.com
THE COURSES
The school stands for quality language courses
especially for German as a Foreign Language. We
offer a wide range of German courses for all levels
and purposes: Standard language courses (A1
C1), business German, conversation, exam
preparation courses, private lectures, evening
and company courses. The school is a certified
testing centre for TestDaF and telc Language
Tests.
www.german-courses-heidelberg.com
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ITALY - IH Catania
THE SCHOOL
Established in 1997, Giga IH Catania is located
in the heart of the city and surrounded by
restaurants, pubs, cafes, shops, theatres and
markets, all fantastic places to improve your
Italian. Giga IH Catania is a bright and spacious
building, with well equipped classrooms and a
stunning terrace with a splendid view of Mount
Etna.
Our team of friendly professionals respond to all
our students needs quickly and efficiently and
offer a great learning atmosphere.
School Contact:
Palmina La Rosa
Director
learnitalian@gigact.com
www.gigact.com/learnitalian
THE COURSES
Giga IH Catania offers: General Italian Extensive
Courses (30 hours over ten weeks - 1,5 hours
a day), General Italian Standard or Intensive
Courses (30 or 40 hours over two weeks 3 or 4
hours a day). We also offer Summer Intensive
Courses and Exam Preparation Courses: CILS
(Universit Per Stranieri di Siena). Social
activities such as visiting Catania, pizza night,
easy talk and movie night are included.
ITALIAN COURSES
THE CITY
Nestled at the foot of breathtaking Mount
Etna, Catania is situated on the stunning east
coast of Sicily and faces the beautiful turquoise
waters of the Ionian Sea. Catania has a bustling
atmosphere, with teeming piazzas, lively city
markets, and hundreds of clubs and bars which
attract the citys 60,000 university students.
Victor - Spain
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ITALY - IH Florence
THE CITY
A rich historical legacy as well as vibrant
contemporary developments make Florence
one of the most famous cities in the world.
Today Florence is an active commercial centre
for business and banking, for the production of
leather goods and clothing, as well as for fashion
design. The perfect dimension of a town made to
mans measure, Florence has just under
500,000 inhabitants.
THE SCHOOL
ITALIAN COURSES
School Contact:
Augusto Merlini
Director
a.merlini@centrofiorenza.com
www.cientrofiorenza.com
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THE COURSES
Students can attend classes from a duration of 1
to 48 weeks. Maximum number of students per
class is 12 (average 7/8) and minimum age for the
courses is 17 years. Our levels are in accordance
with the Common European Framework and
range from absolute beginners to proficient.
Classes last 50 minutes.
THE SCHOOL
Founded in 1983, IH Lake Como is a private
language school whose aim is to promote
language learning and cultural exchange. It is
recognised by the Italian Ministry of Education
and ISO certified according to the standard
UNI EN ISO 9001:2008. IH Lake Como is also
an authorised Cambridge ESOL and Italian
CELI exam centre (University for Foreigners of
Perugia). Our recently renovated school premises
include bright classrooms, lounge area with
coffee point, wireless internet, library corner
and ice-cream bar right downstairs!
THE COURSES
IH Lake Como offers Italian courses for all levels
and requirements: standard group courses,
personalised
courses,
exam
preparation,
School Contact:
Tiziana Ghezzi
Modern Languages Coordinator
italian@ihteamlingue.it
www.ihlakecomo.com
individual tuition, cultural packages, Intuition (Learning at the Teachers House), and
more. All courses are based on a dynamic and
communicative approach. Our cultural packages
combine language classes with practical, outdoor
lessons with the teacher, such as cookery classes,
cultural tours or naturalistic excursions. We
are committed to high quality standards and
great flexibility in dealing with individual needs.
A full-time Director of Studies coordinates and
supervises all our experienced and qualified
teachers, and our dedicated staff provide
consistent encouragement for effective linguistic
progression in a relaxed atmosphere.
ITALIAN COURSES
THE CITY
The wonderful area of Lake Como provides a great
opportunity to learn Italian while living a unique
cultural experience in Italy. Merate is a lovely
residential town in the North of Italy, located in
a green hilly area framed by majestic mountains.
We are only half an hour drive from Milan and
handily connected to the bustling cities of Lecco,
Bergamo, Monza and Como, as well as to three
airports with direct flights to the major cities in
Europe and worldwide.
Regina - USA
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ITALY - IH Milan
THE CITY
Milan is a fascinating city and a great place
to study Italian. It is lively and vibrant with
something for everyone: not only is it Italys
most important cultural and financial centre, it
is also its fashion and design capital. Milan offers
a wide variety of entertainment, from cinemas
to salsa dancing, sport events to nightclubbing.
Hundreds of bars and restaurants cater to all
tastes and budgets.
ITALIAN COURSES
THE SCHOOL
IH Milan occupies an entire floor of the famous
Torre Velasca, one of the most important
symbols of Milan, just a few minutes walk from
the Duomo Cathedral and very well connected to
any area of the city. It is fully air conditioned with
state-of-the-art facilities. It is officially recognised
by the Italian Ministry of Education, it is affiliated
to the IH World Organisation, ASILS (Association
of Schools of Italian as a Second Language),
AiSLi (Italian Association of Language Schools)
and Federlingue (the national association of
companies operating in the language services
sector). It is an authorised CELI and CIC Exam
Centre (European Certification for Italian), it is
accredited by the CSN and it is ISO certified in
accordance with standard UNI EN 9001-2008
(QUA).
School Contact:
Francesca Pola
clients@ihmilano.it
www.ihmilano.com
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THE COURSES
IH Milan offers Italian courses for all needs and
levels: all year round group courses during the
day & in the evening; personalised programmes;
special programmes (e.g. Gap Year, Italian
for Fashion & Design, Enjoy 50+, Italian with
Internship, Italian for Business)& much more!
ITALY - IH Palermo
THE SCHOOL
IH Palermo, established in 1975, has been an
affiliated member of the International House
World Organisation since 1984. It is also a
member of AiSLi and an official centre for Italian
language examinations run by the University for
Foreigners of Perugia. IH Palermo is open all year
round and is located in the city centre. There are
11 classrooms, each equipped with interactive
whiteboards and air conditioning.
School Contact:
Giuliana Faldetta
ihpalermo@ihpalermo.it
www.ihpalermo.com
THE COURSES
The minimum study period is 2 weeks. Maximum
number of students per class is 12 (10 in low
season) and minimum age for the courses is
18. All levels of Italian are taught from beginner
upwards. The school also organises Italian and
Work Experience, Italian for Examinations
(CELI) and Italian and Scuba Diving courses.
ITALIAN COURSES
THE CITY
Palermo is one of the main cultural centres of the
Mediterranean basin. Sicilys several thousand
years of history have been characterised by the
constant flux of conquering civilizations, each of
which have left remarkable testimonies to their
presence on the island. The city has great cultural
vitality. An amazing sea landscape, the great
warm-heartedness of its one million inhabitants,
and an almost perfect climate makes it an ideal
place to be at any time of the year.
Gary - USA
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ITALY - IH Rome
THE CITY
Among Italys historical cities, Rome is surely
the city which exerts the most compelling
fascination. Theres more to see here than in any
other metropolis in the world, with the legacy of
over two thousand years of civilisation packed
into its sprawling urban area.
THE SCHOOL
ITALIAN COURSES
School Contact:
info@dilit.it
www.dilit.it
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THE COURSES
Intensive course of 30, 25, 20 or 15 lessons per
week are held. Besides the Italian courses, the
school also organises various other courses such
as: Rome for 50+, Italian through Art and Culture
courses (Italian Home Cooking, Discovering
Rome, Architecture, Theatre, Photography, Song,
Film making, Italian Style), Exam preparation,
Business Italian.
COLOMBIA - IH Bogot
THE SCHOOL
The school is located in a lovely old building in the
heart of the historical district of La Candelaria.
Nicknamed El Palacio, it is famous for being the
building that five former Colombian presidents
used to dress and take their refreshments in
before their ceremony of investiture. Apart from
reception and offices, the school has 12 spacious
classrooms and a study room with computers
that students can use before or after class.
THE COURSES
The school offers Intensive Group courses;
Intensive Group course + Voluntary Work;
Spanish and the Amazon; One-to-one (or oneto-two) classes; Closed Group courses, Spanish
Teacher Training courses and Online Spanish
courses.
School Contact:
Alejandro Lpez
Director
alejandro.lopez@ihbogota.com
www.ihbogota.com
I really enjoyed my Spanish course at IH Bogot, and the staff were
very friendly. I would definitely recommend this school.
SPANISH COURSES
THE CITY
Located in the centre of the country at an
altitude of approximately 2,600 meters,
Bogot enjoys an almost perfect climate with
average temperatures varying from 9 to 23
degrees centigrade. The city has a population of
around 8 million and is divided into a number of
different areas including the historic centre La
Candelaria, the downtown business district and
several modern and prosperous suburbs. Getting
around is relatively easy and inexpensive thanks
to the citys innovative TransMilenio.
Maggie - USA
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MEXICO - IH Cuernavaca
THE CITY
Cuernavaca is a dream place, located in the
heart of central Mexico, surrounded by some of
the most beautiful and culturally rich regions of
the country. Cuernavaca is known as the city of
eternal spring because of its consistent 22C
weather year round, which makes it a perfect
destination for foreign students. Cuernavacas
steep rolling hills and majestic gardens make
it a charming colorful city. Tourists can enjoy
an eclectic mix of cultural and modern sites,
providing the chance to have a view of ancient
Mexican culture and traditions and enjoy the
most exciting attractions at water parks and
nightclubs.
THE SCHOOL
SPANISH COURSES
School Contact:
Martha Fernndez
Director
martha@ihmexico.com
www.ihmexico.com
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THE COURSES
IH Cuernavaca is a Cambridge Examination
Centre. We offer English classes at all levels
and Cambridge exams and IELTS preparation
courses as well as Business English in companies.
Teacher training courses are also part of our
services, these include TKT, CELTA and ICELT.
Our study abroad program includes a wide range
of Spanish courses (one-to one, intensive and
extensive courses, DELE exam preparation
and Spanish for business). Lessons combine
language and culture providing our students with
the opportunity to know the best of Mexico.
All of our students are allowed to combine their
stay in our various locations within Mexico. For
example, if the student is taking a 4 week program
in Cuernavaca, he/she can move to another IH
Mexico school on the second week or vice versa.
MEXICO - IH Guadalajara
THE SCHOOL
IH Guadalajara is located in Colonia Ladrn de
Guevara, which is pretty close to Chapultepec,
a zone where you will and nice coffee shops,
bookstores, afternoon concerts, bars and
activities for all kinds of preferences. Our school
has 10 classrooms of various sizes with natural
lighting, a beautiful garden to relax and a
gorgeous terrace to study or spend time with your
classmates after school.
THE COURSES
IH Guadalajara offers the following courses:
General and Intensive English courses, English
for Business courses, Intensive Spanish
courses. As well, we offer IELTS preparation and
School Contact:
www.ihmexico.com
As a Spanish devoted
teacher for 8 years already, I
found out the missing part to my
professional development. The
in-situ practice was a key to my
growth and experience, as well
as our tutors: domain experts.
The facilities, professionalism
and warmth of the staff make me
say: See you soon, International
House!
SPANISH COURSES
THE CITY
Guadalajara is Mexicos 2nd largest city and one
of the largest urban centres in North America.
Cosmopolitan, dynamic and full of life, this
city is well known for being the birthplace of
Mariachi music and a vibrant music scene. The
city has deep colonial origins which are evident
everywhere, there are plenty of interesting
museums and theatres to visit. The weather is as
nice and warm as its people, so visitors are always
welcome to have a lovely experience.
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THE CITY
Mexico City is the political, cultural and economic
capital of Mexico. One of the largest cities in the
world in terms of population, it is inhabited by
more than 21 million people. Studying Spanish,
and having the school facilities as a venue, is
a great advantage because we are located in
Colonia Condesa, one of the most emblematic
and picturesque places in Mexico City. Studying
in such a central area allows you to move with ease
to all sights like the Luis Barragan House studio,
the National Sound Archive, Chapultepec Park,
the Zocalo, the Frida Kahlo Casa Azul Museum,
the Palace of Bellas Artes, the Templo Mayor
Museum and spend time among the streets to
soak up the bohemian culture and atmosphere of
Colonias Roma and Condesa.
SPANISH COURSES
THE SCHOOL
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THE COURSES
IH Mexicos teaching methodologies are
characterised by being highly practical so that you
are able to think, speak and fully live the culture
of our wonderful country. We offer group and
private lessons with a wide schedule to choose
from, according to your level (ranging from
beginner to advanced); in addition our students
can enrol for the DELE exam preparation,
Spanish for business. All our teachers are highly
experienced in teaching Spanish as a second
language and our materials are designed and
tailored to cover your learning needs. IH Mexico
City is an authorised Exam Spanish Centre from
Instituto Cervantes.
All of our students are allowed to combine their
stay in our various locations within Mexico. For
example, if the student is taking a 4 week program
in Mexico City, he/she can move to another IH
Mexico school on the second week or vice versa.
School Contact:
Laura Davila
Spanish Coordinator
laura.davila@ihmexico.com
www.ihmexico.com
MEXICO - IH Quertaro
THE SCHOOL
Our conveniently located school is just
15-minutes walking distance from the downtown
area and it has access to the main transport links,
avenues and highways to get to the main tourist
attractions. There are 8 spacious, bright, modern
classrooms which can hold a maximum of 12
students with free Wi-Fi, and a lovely terrace
where students can study or socialise in their free
time. IH Quertaro is an authorised Exam English
THE COURSES
We offer a variety of Spanish courses tailored for
groups and individuals of all ages and language
levels. Students have the option to study in
intensive courses, which include 20 hours of
instruction per week, or in less intensive courses
that can be tailored to meet individual needs.
We also offer the DELE exam preparation and
Spanish for business.
All of our students are allowed to combine their
stay in our various locations within Mexico. For
example, if the student is taking a 4 week program
in Quertaro, he/she can move to another IH
Mexico school on the second week or vice versa.
www.ihmexico.com
Freya - England
School Contact:
SPANISH COURSES
THE CITY
The City of Quertaro is famous for its beautiful
architectural heritage, rich history, temperate
weather, and central geographical location in
Mexico. At the heart of the city is the historical
downtown area, which is a UNESCO world
heritage site. At every turn there are beautiful
churches, historical sites, boutique hotels,
museums and charming well-kept gardens and
plazas. There are also many restaurants and cafes
that offer a considerable range of Mexican and
international cuisine, and an eclectic mix of clubs
and bars that contribute to the citys vibrant
nightlife. For those that want to venture out of
the city, there are numerous nearby destinations
with activities that range from riding in hot air
balloons, trekking through mountains, relaxing
in natural spring spas and visiting local wineries.
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THE CITY
Playa del Carmen is a marvelous place to spend
some time. It has all the advantages of a Mexican
Caribbean resort - a dazzling, white-sand beach,
turquoise sea, a huge range of bars, restaurants
and places to stay. Yet it has managed to retain
a relaxed, low-rise village atmosphere which has
nothing in common with the largescale tourist
resorts elsewhere on the coast.
THE SCHOOL
SPANISH COURSES
School Contact:
Marta Conesa
Director
mconesa@ihrivieramaya.com
www.ihrivieramaya.com
The school has a great location, free Internet usage, and Playa del
Carmen has enjoyable beaches and weather.
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THE COURSES
The school offers a wide range of Spanish courses
including Intensive Group courses with 20 hours
tuition per week; tailor-made individual courses;
or Spanish Plus courses such as Spanish plus
diving, Spanish plus Mexican cooking, Spanish
plus Latin dancing, etc.
SPAIN - IH Barcelona
THE SCHOOL
Founded in 1972, IH Barcelona is one of the
longest established and most successful
language schools in Spain. The school occupies
six floors of an elegant Barcelona town house
located in the very centre of the city. It has 40 airconditioned classrooms, a library and study room
and an Internet access room. There is also free
Wi-Fi internet access on all 6 floors.
School Contact:
Jonathon Dykes
Director
jdykes@bcn.ihes.com
THE COURSES
The school offers Intensive Group Courses;
Intensive Plus Courses; DELE Preparation
Courses; Business Courses; Courses for the Over50s; Individual Tuition; Executive Plus Courses;
Internships; Au pair placements; Spanish at
Work; On-line Spanish Courses; Intensive Group
Courses in Different Cities; Custom-designed
Courses for Special, Closed Groups; Extensive
Group Courses; Spanish Teacher Training
Courses.
SPANISH COURSES
THE CITY
The living theatre of the Ramblas, the trafficfree Gothic Quarter, the remains of Barcino,
the Modernist architecture, Gaudis buildings,
the beaches, the ports, the Mediterranean
climate, the lifestyle, the mixture of cultures,
the shops, the thousands of restaurants and
bars, the nightlife, the concerts and festivals,
the museums, Picasso, Miro, Montjuic and the
Olympic stadium . . . No wonder Barcelona is
everyones favourite city.
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SPAIN - IH Cdiz
THE CITY
Cdiz (130,000 inhabitants) is the oldest and one
of the most exciting cities of Southern Spain with
wild sandy beaches, windsurf and kite surf spots,
just a stones throw away from the mysterious
Africa and Morocco. Learning Spanish in Cdiz
means mild climate, never-ending beaches, and
an exceptional environment.
THE SCHOOL
SPANISH COURSES
School Contact:
clic@clic.es
www.cadiz.clic.es
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THE COURSES
Intensive and super intensive (20 to 30 lessons
per week); Elite Intensive courses (group + private
tuition); Long term Spanish and University
access; DELE courses; Private tuition; Spanish at
the teachers home; Summer courses for
teenagers; Spanish + company internship
or work experience and specialised Teacher
Training courses.
SPAIN - IH Cordoba
THE SCHOOL
Founded in 1953, IH Cordoba Academia
Hispanica was the very first International House
school. The building is a traditional two-floor
Andalusian house, with a central courtyard
decorated with plants and flowers, which the
classrooms look onto. It is located in the centre
of the city. As well as 22 light, fully-equipped
classrooms, there is a library, self access centre,
video room and multimedia room. Students have
free access to internet. All our teachers are highly
qualified and experienced, have a university
degree, are trained and dynamic professionals
and provide high quality language tuition. There
is a maximum number of 6 students per class in
the intensive courses and a dedicated personal
School Contact:
Rafael Ordas
Manager
direccion@academiahispanica.com
www.academiahispanica.com
THE COURSES
The school offers General Intensive Spanish
courses (the most popular), Intensive Plus
courses including individual tuition, preparation
courses for DELE, Spanish and Culture courses
and private tuition. We also offer courses of
Spanish for specific purposes (Law, Engineering
and History). All courses include a city welcome
tour, extra video classes, conversation classes,
one-to-one weekly tuition class and sevillanas
dancing lessons. The school provides a course
certificate and a report.
SPANISH COURSES
THE CITY
Cordoba, with its 350,000 inhabitants, is situated
in the heart of Andalusia, within the beautiful
natural environment of the Guadalquivir river
valley. Its location in the southernmost region of
Spain means that it enjoys a warm and sunny
climate for most of the year. Cordoba is on the
World Heritage List and the Festival de los Patios
de Cordoba is on the UNESCO Intangible Heritage
List. The city is famous for its outdoor festivals
and monuments and the friendly, outgoing
inhabitants ensure that complete immersion in
the Spanish social life is really easy.
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SPAIN - IH Madrid
THE CITY
Madrid is known as one of the liveliest capital
cities in Europe and rightly so! Its famed for
its vast array of cultural and leisure options on
offer from visiting one of the 60 museums or
art galleries, experiencing the unique nightlife,
going to concerts, exhibitions or the latest film
releases to having the opportunity to enjoy a
wide range of the best Spanish and international
gastronomy. As one of the greenest capitals
in Europe, you also have the chance to stroll in
the sunshine in one of Madrids extensive and
beautifully maintained parks or gardens like the
Retiro park or the Casa de Campo. With all this
on offer, its not surprising its called the city that
never sleeps.
SPANISH COURSES
THE SCHOOL
IH Madrid was established in 1981. It is very
centrally located with easy access to all parts of
the city and is housed in a modern three-story
building equipped with state of the art facilities
specifically designed for educational use. We have
28 fully equipped air-conditioned classrooms, a
library, free Wi-Fi access throughout the school,
a cafeteria and also various student areas.
School Contact:
Elizabeth Arbuthnott
earbuthnott@ihmadrid.com
www.ihmadrid.com
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THE COURSES
We offer general Spanish courses - Intensive
20, Super intensive 30 and intensive plus;
DELE exam preparation, Spanish for business,
junior programmes, Spanish teacher training,
customised classes for closed groups and also the
option of combine an intensive course with other
Spanish cities.
THE SCHOOL
IH Palma occupies a bright, modern, spacious
building in the centre of Palma, just off the
prestigious Passeig Mallorca avenue. The 16
classrooms are spread over three floors and there
is air-conditioning throughout. The top floor of
the school is also an internet wireless hotspot.
The area immediately around the school is partly
residential and partly commercial and there are
several bars, restaurants and hotels within a 2-3
minute walk. The beautifully preserved old city
which contains most of the citys main tourist
attractions, including the cathedral and the
ancient Arab baths, is just a 10 minute walk away.
School Contact:
Andrew Sampson
Director
director@pal.ihes.com
THE COURSES
The school offers Intensive Group Courses,
Individual Tuition, Courses for the Over 50s,
Custom-designed Courses for Special Groups,
Intensive Group Courses in Different Cities,
On-line Spanish Courses and Intensive Group
Courses with Sailing.
SPANISH COURSES
THE CITY
The island of Mallorca is the most popular
tourist destination in Europe, largely because
of the stunning variety of its scenery, its warm,
Mediterranean climate, the hospitality of the
islanders and the richness and variety of its
culture, including its food and drink. Set in a
beautiful natural bay, the islands capital Palma
is a bustling city with a population of just over
300,000. There is a lively arts scene in the city
and nightlife to suit all tastes.
www.ihes.com/pal
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THE CITY
Few cities offer as many alternatives and
entertainment as
San
Sebastian. This
spectacular city combines beautiful beaches,
mountains, unique culture and long running
traditions with internationally recognised Jazz
& Film Festivals and Michelin starred cuisine,
making it a popular holiday destination for
individuals and families alike. Local celebrations
like Semana Grande, Carnival and San
Sebastian Day guarantee a wonderful experience
year round.
THE SCHOOL
SPANISH COURSES
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THE COURSES
The school offers a wide variety of courses easily
adaptable to individual study, family summer
holiday packages and special interests. Year
round course options: Intensive, Intensive +1(+2)
one-on-one lessons per day, Spanish & Surf,
Work Experience, Business Spanish, Executive
Crash Courses. Family holiday pack contains
School courses for adults, whereas options for
younger learners: Junior Summer Course (ages
14-17); Lacunza Summer Camp (ages 7-15). The
Camp welcomes students from all over the world,
including Spanish kids learning English. Other
special interest courses: teacher training, exam
preparation, Methodology & Culture, customised
courses and group rates.
School Contact:
Eugenia Eizaguirre
Marketing Director
marketing@lacunza.com
www.lacunza.com
SPAIN - IH Santander
THE CITY
Santander, capital of the region of Cantabria,
is located on the north coast of Spain and has
been known for many years as the beach of Old
Castile. The most common image of the city is
the Magdalena, the palace where the royal family
spent their summers until the year 1931.
THE SCHOOL
IH Santander is a small school established in
the city of Santander since 1978. IH Santander
is a Full Member of The European Association
for Quality Language Services EAQUALS. All
students have access to internet in the computer
room and the school has Wi-Fi access for
students with their own computers.
THE COURSES
School Contact:
info@ihsantander.com
info@espaname.es
SPANISH COURSES
www.ihsantander.com
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SPAIN - IH Seville
THE CITY
Seville, the cultural and political capital of
Andalusia, captivates visitors with the energy in
the street, its beauty and impressive monuments.
Stroll under orange trees, get lost in the maze of
the Jewish quarter and enjoy the facades bathed
in sunlight. Sevilles cheerful people will welcome
you to join in their celebrations - corridas, Feria
and Holy Week processions that reflect the
ancient traditions of the city.
SPANISH COURSES
THE SCHOOL
The school, founded in 1983, is located in
the centre of Seville, within easy reach of the
shopping area, cathedral, restaurants and Royal
Palaces Alczar. IH Seville CLIC occupies a
big, completely renovated town house, with
25 bright, modern classrooms equipped with
air-conditioning, heating and interactive white
boards. The infrastructure includes a central patio
where students meet after class, a multimedia
room, lending library, own specialised bookshop,
roof terrace with small pool and free Wi-Fi
throughout the building. Our Teacher Training
Centre offers 15 more classrooms, roof terraces
and a kitchen for students and staff.
School Contact:
clic@clic.es
www.clic.es
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THE COURSES
Intensive and super intensive (20 to 30 lessons
per week); Spanish group lessons combined
with private classes; Long term Spanish and
University access; DELE courses; Private tuition;
Spanish at the teachers home; Summer courses
for teenagers; Spanish and Culture for 50+ year
olds; Spanish + company internship or work
experience and specialised Teacher Training
courses. Tailor-made group programmes on
request.
SPAIN - IH Tarragona
THE SCHOOL
IH Tarragona was founded in 1980. The school
occupies one floor of a typical Tarragona town
house and is situated in the very centre of the city.
THE COURSES
IH Tarragona offers a summer course especially
designed for teenagers between the ages
of 13 and 17. Classes are given by a team of
experienced, professional teachers who have
School Contact:
Keith Armstrong
Director
karmstrong@tar.ihes.com
www.ihes.com/tar
My Spanish family made me feel right at home. I miss them already.
SPANISH COURSES
THE CITY
Tarragona is a pleasant coastal resort (pop.
115,000) approximately 100km south of
Barcelona. It is situated on the Costa Dorada and
is an ideal location for a summer programme for
teenagers. The town is lively, but not too big; it has
its own sandy beaches within walking distance of
the school; it is very close to Port Aventura - one
of Europes largest theme parks and it is only an
hour from Barcelona by bus or train.
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SPAIN - IH Valencia
THE CITY
Valencia is located on the Mediterranean coast of
Spain. It is a medium sized cosmopolitan city that
combines modernity and tradition - remnants of
older periods with the most modern avant-garde
buildings. Home of Paella and the largest orange
groves in Europe, Valencia has plenty to offer. It
is a city brimming with culture, history, and an
abundance of leisure activities.
THE SCHOOL
SPANISH COURSES
School Contact:
Cristina Navarro
Director
cristina@espanole.es
www.espanole.es
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THE COURSES
All classes are given in Spanish, using the
communicative method of teaching. The average
number of students per class is from 6 to 10 and
each class lasts 55 minutes.
IH Valencia offers a wide range of Spanish courses
given by a great team of professional teachers:
General Spanish (Intensive 20, Intensive 25,
Intensive Plus or Superintensive), Spanish for
business; DELE exam preparation; Spanish
and sailing, junior courses and programmes for
groups of students.
SPAIN - IH Valladolid
THE SCHOOL
The school is located in the city centre, next to
the cathedral. It has 8 classrooms of various sizes
with natural light, a study room, a common area
with computers, free Wi-Fi and a library.
School Contact:
info@espaname.es
THE COURSES
The school offers a wide variety of courses
starting every working Monday throughout
the year. Courses available include: General
Intensive Course (20 hours per week), GIC (20h/
week)+ Spanish for Special Purposes (5 h/w),
Spanish Teacher Training, Teen Programs, Tailor
Made Programs, Private Classes and also DELE
preparation courses for closed groups and DELE
private classes; please note that IH Valladolid
is a DELE (Diploma de Espaol como Lengua
Extranjera) official examination centre.
SPANISH COURSES
THE CITY
Valladolid, the capital of Castilla y Len, is the
sixth largest city in Spain. Its a modern and well
connected city, less than an hour by high speed
train from Madrid. Valladolid is a Castilian blend
of the past and the present. Its a clean and safe city
that is full of life. You can enjoy important cultural
events such as the SEMINCI (International Film
Festival), walk through history visiting the city
wide range of museums, palaces, noble buildings
and monumental churches, or simply enjoy the
tapas in the abundance of cafes. These cafes
transform themselves by night to accommodate
the vibrant student population. All this makes
Valladolid an ideal place for studying languages.
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URUGUAY - IH Montevideo
THE CITY
Montevideo, the Uruguayan capital, is a modern
Europeanstyle city with 1.300.000 inhabitants
of a high educational and cultural level. One of
the greenest cities in the world, it has the rare
privilege of having more than twenty kilometres
of beach within the city itself. Its only two hours
away from Buenos Aires, Argentina, and very
close to Brazil.
THE SCHOOL
SPANISH COURSES
THE COURSES
IH Montevideo offers the following courses:
General Spanish courses, Intensive Programme
Plus, Business Spanish, Spanish & tango,
Spanish & excursions, Spanish & sports, Spanish
& specialised professional courses, Spanish &
culture, Spanish & adventure trips, Spanish &
bridge, Spanish & golf, Spanish & swimming,
Spanish & surfing, one-to-one tailor-made
courses, Spanish for families, Spanish for kids
and teens and Spanish for 50+.
School Contact:
Sandra Altesor
info@ihmontevideo.com
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a global network of over 150 language schools in more than 45 countries,
spanning every continent.
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more about our special courses.
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CANADA
IH Vancouver
IH Whistler
IH Dublin
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IH Cape Town
IH Valencia
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FRANCE
IH Nice
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German
GERMANY
IH Berlin
IH Heidelberg
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Spanish
SPAIN
IH Cadiz
IH Madrid
IH San Sebastian
IH Seville
IH Tarragona
IH Valencia
IH Cuernavaca
IH Guadalajara
IH Mexico City
IH Quertaro
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www.ihmadrid.com
www.lacunza.com
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www.ihes.com/tar
www.espanole.es
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English
IRELAND
MALTA
SOUTH AFRICA
SPAIN
UK
USA
French
SPECIAL COURSES
MEXICO
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IH Cork
www.ihcork.com
UK
IH Edinburgh (Scotland)
IH Oxford
www.newcastle.com/international-house-edinburgh
www.ihlondon.com/young-learners
IH Ellesmere
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IH Special Courses
40+ or 50+ Courses
IRELAND
SOUTH AFRICA
UK & IRELAND
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IH Cape Town
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IH InTuition Homestay English www.intuitionlang.com
FRANCE
IH Nice
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GERMANY
IH Heidelberg
Italian
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Spanish
SPAIN
IH Barcelona
IH Madrid
IH Palma - Mallorca
IH Seville
IH Cuernavaca
IH Guadalajara
IH Mexico City
IH Queretaro
IH Montevideo
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www.ihes.com/pal
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English
French
German
MEXICO
URUGUAY
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IRELAND
SOUTH AFRICA
UK
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FRANCE
IH Nice
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Italian
ITALY
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IH Milan
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Spanish
SPAIN
IH Barcelona
IH Cadiz
IH Madrid
IH San Sebastian
IH Seville
IH Valenica
IH Montevideo
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www.ihmadrid.com
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English
Chinese
French
German
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