Reviews of Babil Language School, Antalya, Turkey

Total number of reviews: 43

NOTE: All reviews are authentic. Only students who booked their course through us can publish evaluations here, and only after the end of their programme. These evaluations then are not manipulated in any way, neither by us nor by the school, and can be trusted as honest opinions about personal experiences with the school.

Average Rating

Based on 43 reviews of former students of Babil Language School

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Overall rating Babil Language School, Antalya, Turkey	4.3
City	4.5
Organisation	4.2
Facilities	4.0
Social activities	3.3
Quality of teaching	4.4
Value for money	4.3
Homestay	4.3
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Individual Reviews

Babil Language School

11. Dec. 2023

1. Annette (56 years)

101.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week

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The organisation was great - however, we were not informed in advance that the number of hours would be reduced due to lack of participation...

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That, without a test, I was put on a beginners' course

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Was not as stated

30. Aug. 2023

2. Aylin (22 years) Germany
102.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Turkish] - 3 weeks

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Really good teacher. Location was nice. Certificate. Everyone was really nice.

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No afternoon activities (which were announced to be included in the price!), no language test at the beginning to get to know the level, not all courses A2, B2, C1, C2 available although it said so on the website -> what if I had had another language level then B1? For example A2, then A1 would have been way too easy and B1 too difficult. You need to be absolutely honest about this topic and tell the customers (students) the available language courses beforehand.

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

Ask for which course levels are available

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Although the beforehand given information were incomplete, the quality of the language class itself was remarkably good and the teacher gave her best! For me it was a really good decision!

8. Aug. 2023

3. Kim (41 years)

103.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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Good teacher who smoothly went through the material so that it matched our questions. Nice to follow the lessons with fellow students. Nice timetable (we had lessons from 10-13h).

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

Speak Turkish as much as possible outside of class. And with the Quizlet app you can learn the words very easily and in a fun way.

City/place

Very nice city. We were in the old town (Kaleici) and that is a bustling area. Very touristy but very cosy. A long walk from the main beaches (Konaalti beach) but with the city tram you are there in no time.

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Very nice course. It is intensive, but also educational.

6. Jun. 2023

4. Josip (34 years) Croatia
104.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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I love the methods of teaching. Knowledge of English as the helping language was at level.

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Nothing in particular.

City/place

There is a great difference between new Antalia situated in the west and older ones. But its all part of the experience. Certain body guards in Uzun carsi Sokak were very rude. I was only looking at the interior of the yard from the street (public), and they pushed me (because I wasnt sure if I want to enter or not) and went after me for next 30 minutes. It was Ottoman restaurant, I think. I spoke in Turkish, but nothing helped. Out of the blue emerged police officer, and asked me if there is a problem (there were many officers due to visit of Cavosoglu, minister of external affairs the next day). I explained what happened, but he didnt want to intervene because ("they are crazy", that I've been told by officer). So I understood I should go away, and as we say in Croatia "swallow the s..." All other things were great. I would recommend anybody to visit this beauty of the city, to experience warmth of the locals.

29. May. 2023

5. Sabine (66 years)

105.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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One should steer clear of this school

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Other course participants paid 115 euros for 5 weeks with 20 hours each, I was charged almost twice as much for 2 weeks by the booking service and the school, but there was no grading, the weekly hours were cut to 15 without consultation and those who had booked 5 weeks were only supposed to get 3. So most dropped out of the course and at least one got money back. I dropped out after 4 days because I didn't want to accept the teacher's behaviour.

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Unstructured lessons, 3 instead of 4 hours per day, disrespectful treatment

23. May. 2023

6. Wolfgang (67 years)

106.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Türkisch] - 1 week

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The headmistress very quickly offered me a new course or rather organised it after it became clear that the course initially planned for me did not correspond to my level. Many thanks for that! I learned a lot in the short time.

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I would recommend it

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I still like it. In the evenings and at night, unfortunately, a bit of a party atmosphere in the old town.

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Very good course and dedicated teacher

21. May. 2023

7. Khalil (24 years)

107.Course: Private Course [English] 12 hours - 2 weeks

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You learn very quickly because the lessons are adapted to the students. I can only recommend it to everyone!

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None found

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A very safe and lively city with a lot of history.

26. Dec. 2022

8. Gülten (37 years)

108.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week

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Great teacher

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There is really nothing to complain about

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It was great.

19. Dec. 2022

9. Claudia Maria (62 years)

109.Course: Private Course - 1 week

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Sevda was so great, as a teacher, but also just as a person. The best teacher ever.

15. Jun. 2022

10. Guoqiang Germany
110.Course: Intensive Course 20 (Long-Term) - 4 weeks

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15. Jun. 2022

11. Guoqiang United Kingdom
111.Course: Intensive Course 20 (Long-Term) - 4 weeks

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10. Aug. 2021

12. Richard (47 years) Turkey
112.Course: Private Course - 1 week

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Fantastic teacher, I’ve learnt so much in short space of time.

10. Nov. 2020

13. Alena (33 years)

113.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Английский] - 1 week

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Great teacher

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The cost. It can be cheaper...after all, this is not London

23. Mar. 2020

14. Artem (34 years)

114.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Английский] - 2 weeks

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It’s just that the group didn’t get together and I was taught not by the teacher who was supposed to train the group. in the end, I was taught by a girl (she taught not very badly), but obviously not a professional (teacher). moreover, the situation with coronovirus overshadowed everything. Events and excursions, etc. of course there was nothing (although the organizers apologized, of course, this does not change the quality of teaching and I can’t put more stars.

17. Dec. 2019

15. Ayache (47 years) United States
115.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 4 weeks

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12. Oct. 2019

16. Zaharudin (44 years) Malaysia
116.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Turkish] - 4 weeks

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nice classes

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Best School to learn Turkish language , I will come again to learn next stage

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The best place to learn, with best the quality of teaching

8. Aug. 2019

17. Lily (22 years) United Kingdom
117.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Turkish] - 2 weeks

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7. Aug. 2019

18. Marat (53 years) Russia
118.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 3 weeks

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7. Aug. 2019

19. Aidar (13 years) Russia
119.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 3 weeks

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11. Jul. 2019

20. Dieter (78 years) Germany
120.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Türkisch] - 2 weeks

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In order to use the public transport you should get the "antalyakart".

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The teachers were very committed to teaching the language. The entire staff tried to create a friendly and pleasant atmosphere.

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The food was excellent and the host family was very friendly

5. Dec. 2018

21. Wolfgang (63 years)

121.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week

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On the first day, the school was completely surprised about my appearance, the responsible person knew that I would arrive, but apparently forgot. So, quickly the lessons were organised, which overall were ok. One of the teachers more interested in his smartphone than in me for a while, so I told him that I would like his attention when I have lessons with him. He then adjusted to it, but was probably a bit piqued; in any case, the following day, I got another teacher. The time stated in your mail for the beginning of the lesson on the 1st day was not correct. I was standing in front of locked doors and when I returned an hour later, I was told that lessons start at 10:00. But in the end no big drama. I have also voiced my criticism on-site and I believe that this was received positively.

1. Dec. 2018

22. Mira (39 years)

122.Course: Private Course - 1 week

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Only the lessons. I had a great teacher (native speaker) who was interested in teaching the language. He had a great teaching method. I enjoyed it very much.

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I wanted to get the certificate on the last day. But I had to return to the school 3 days later. For that reason, I could not really plan my remaining vacation. That really annoyed me because I planned to discover other cities and regions after the course. But this (handover of the certificate) was very poorly organised by the school. Also, on October 29th, I asked my teacher in the school about possibly taking further courses and didn't get no reply, although the teacher told/promised me again and again that he requested this several times by the school ... Too bad ... what a pity ... apparently, the school was no longer interested.

15. Nov. 2018

23. Brigitte

123.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

Central location, beautiful view, familiar atmosphere, barbecue evening on the roof terrace

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

Excursions in the surrounding area and to the beaches, easy to reach by public transport, it is not necessary to order a taxi through the school, it can be arranged more cheaply on site

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Unfortunately a bit poorly organized, there was no plan on how to divide the students. There was no placement test. After all, there was only 1 group with beginners and advanced students. The first day of class was completely lost. There was only 1 teacher, he was often a little bored and disinterested, often made private phone calls. The breaks were the most important thing for him. Too much English is spoken, according to another course participant everything was better last year, apparently some teachers have left the school and the school management has changed, maybe next year it will look completely different again. The book was not particularly helpful for studying

29. Oct. 2018

24. Hosni (54 years) Saudi Arabia
124.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Turkish] - 2 weeks

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All staff are friendly and helpful.

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Summer time is hot in Antalya but the school is equipped with AC so it can be managed.

Other comments

Very good experience. Thank you Babil School for your efforts and time.

11. Jun. 2018

25. Aida (19 years)

125.Course: Intensive Course 20 [Turc] - 24 weeks

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Love the language

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If there is a school in which you will be comfortable for the courses it is Babil language school.

28. May. 2018

26. Karin (61 years)

126.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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The teachers are nice and helpful. We did not have the right level for us at the beginning. It was remedied the same day after we said that we feel overwhelmed. - Time passed quickly.

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The school is very difficult to find because street signs are missing. It would be better to describe the location like this: Exit at the fast new streetcar in the direction of ..., then cross the street, in the house of the curtain store on the 4th floor.

28. May. 2018

27. Yulia (51 years)

127.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week

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Homestay - Twin Beds

23. Aug. 2017

28. Mark (53 years) United Kingdom
128.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week

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Staff are great, very patient, and very friendly. Quality of teaching is high. Lots of small things they do are quite cool - e.g. the ones who are not teaching make themselves available and speak to you during breaks (ad hoc practice sessions). I did not rate the social activities or accommodation because I did not experience either. The students who did seemed quite satisfied.

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I struggled to find the school with apple maps - no problem with Google. Suffice to say it is right next to the ismetpasa tram stop.

9. May. 2017

29. Thelma (56 years) Ireland
129.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week

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The people who run the school are very welcoming and understanding.

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Try and attend all classes if possible and have accommodation close to school.

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Quality of teaching is excellent

2. Apr. 2017

30. Eberhardt (61 years)

130.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week

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good teacher

22. Aug. 2016

31. Nico Sam (18 years)

131.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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11. Jul. 2016

32. Tatiana (34 years) Saudi Arabia
132.Course: 14 individual lessons - 2 weeks

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16. Feb. 2016

33. Laurent (65 years)

133.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 4 weeks

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The teaching is perfect.

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

The old town Kaleici

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It is a little cold in winter.

26. Oct. 2015

34. Uliana (33 years)

134.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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A wonderful teacher Cise Selver Karakale and courses too, the atmosphere really encorages you to communicate in Turkish.

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

Get ready for a hard work!

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The school is excellent, I recommend it.

13. Oct. 2015

35. Sabine (48 years) Germany
135.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 3 weeks

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The best was my excellent, "5-star" teacher GISE. Her way of explaining Turkish grammar, to motivate the students to speak and to improve their pronunciation/"listening" comprehension is "perfect". It was a pleasure. I made a lot of progress.

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

6 hour trip by boat

Other comments

"Climate" in the classroom, perfect service concerning beverages, excellent books

3. Oct. 2015

36. Tereza (26 years)

136.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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7. Aug. 2015

37. Elena (19 years)

137.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 3 weeks

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29. Apr. 2015

38. Dennis (19 years)

138.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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We were max. 4 students. Therefore, one has learned very quickly. The value for money is unbeatable.

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Very nice staff.

16. Feb. 2015

39. Carmen-tamara Paulette Switzerland
139.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week

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They did not have a group. Gave me private lesson for same price. Good attitude!

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Choose a host family, it's the best way to get into the language and culture.

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Very recommendable, they care!

6. Jan. 2015

40. Mone Holm (23 years) Norway
140.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 4 weeks

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Homestay Executive

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teacher and fellow students

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quite ok, little local, a bit difficult to find the school, I spent a week to find it.

5. Jan. 2015

41. Diaa (47 years)

141.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 3 weeks

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Pleasant and familiar atmosphere. Small groups.

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Very flexible and nice

11. Aug. 2014

42. Quint (29 years) Netherlands
142.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 3 weeks

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The class dynamic, different cultures, the personal approach, the teacher

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Enjoy your time during class, that will give the best results.

26. May. 2014

43. Monika Katarzyna

143.Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks

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very nice and competent teacher (Seray), environment friendly one, nice atmosphere in the classroom

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