EF International Language CenterCape Town, South Africa
- Private, sunny garden with BBQ area.
- Best rated school in South Africa
- One of the oldest English schools in Cape Town founded in 1965
- Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EF International Language Center Cape Town is located in the South African legislative capital city of Cape Town. A coastal city between the South Atlantic Sea and Table Mountain, Cape Town is a unique port city that offers much in the ways of natural excursions and activities. An area popular for its mountain walks, pristine beaches and incredible marine life, in addition to its shopping, museums, eateries and parks, Cape Town offers a fantastic backdrop for any student wishing to further their English via unique learning and life experiences. EF Cape Town has its campus on the trendy Kloof Street, has views of Table Mountain, and is within walking distance of much of the city's livelihood, including the shopping and restaurants of Long Street. Students of EF Cape Town have all they need within proximity of the school to create many lasting memories. Cape Town International Airport is within a 60 minute trip via public transport from the school.
School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students' all they may need to reach their language goals in a comfortable environment. Classrooms have state-of-the-art technology, are spacious, and have excellent lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a games room, a garden and BBQ area, a computer room, a lounge area and a student support desk for any questions or queries that arise. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.
Social and Cultural: EF Cape Town offers various excursions and trips throughout the year, including Table Mountain hikes, winery tours, organized safaris in Kruger National Park.
School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!
EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.
Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
- The language school EF International Language Center was founded in Cape Town, South Africa in 1965.
- Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
- Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
- Abbreviated name of school: EF Cape Town
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1190 1131 | 1785 1696 | 2380 2261 | 3330 3164 | 4440 4218 | 5350 5083 | 6420 6099 | 8400 7980 | 10500 9975 | 525 499 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1110 1083 | 1665 1624 | 2220 2165 | 3150 3072 | 4200 4095 | 4950 4827 | 5940 5792 | 7760 7566 | 9700 9458 | 485 473 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This is a carefully composed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1050 998 | 1575 1497 | 2100 1995 | 2475 2352 | 2970 2822 | 3960 3762 | 4650 4418 | 5580 5301 | 7280 6916 | 9100 8645 |
The main offering from EF Cape Town is their popular General English course, which allows students the opportunity to develop their language skills in this unique location full of natural beauty, wildlife safaris, and a great nightlife scene.
You will take 26 lessons every week, in which you will work on improving your formal language skills as well as your communication skills. This general approach to learning the language means that you can go on to apply your knowledge to any number of situations, whether in a university setting or in a working environment.
Some of your lessons will require that you work on an English project, which is intended to develop your research skills while working in English. You can also expect to enjoy four classes based on topics of your choice, thanks to the Special Interest Classes that come included with your course.
This is a carefully composed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1250 1219 | 1875 1829 | 2500 2438 | 3510 3423 | 4680 4563 | 5650 5509 | 6780 6611 | 8880 8658 | 11100 10823 | 575 561 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2325 2209 | 2790 2651 | 3255 3093 | 3720 3534 | 3915 3720 | 4350 4133 | 5220 4959 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1050 1024 | 1575 1536 | 2100 2048 | 2475 2414 | 2970 2896 | 3465 3379 | 3960 3861 | 4185 4081 | 4650 4534 | 5580 5441 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 605 590 | 1210 1180 | 1815 1770 | 2420 2360 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The programme encourages adults over the age of 50 to learn a new language and study abroad, taking advantage of the language course and activity packages that the school has specifically designed for this purpose. Besides learning a new language, the course offers a perfect mix of excursions, cultural experiences, and fun activities to enjoy among peers.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4520 4294 | -- | 5450 5178 | 5995 5696 |
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
10 Exam preparation lessons
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4760 4641 | -- | 5750 5607 | 6325 6167 |
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
10 Exam preparation lessons
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
Starting dates:
10 Jan: 9 weeks.
17 Apr: 8 weeks.
19 Jun: 10 weeks.
18 Sep: 12 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4520 4294 | 4905 4660 | 5450 5178 | 5995 5696 |
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
10 Exam preparation lessons
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
Starting dates:
9 Jan: 9 weeks.
17 Apr: 8 weeks.
19 Jun: 10 weeks.
18 Sep: 12 weeks
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Advanced exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
08 Jan 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 16 Sep 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4760 4641 | 5175 5046 | 5750 5607 | 6325 6167 |
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
10 Exam preparation lessons
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
Starting dates:
06 Jan: 9 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Advanced exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4520 4294 | 4905 4660 | -- | 6540 6213 |
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
10 Exam preparation lessons
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 9 weeks.
16 Sep: 12 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Proficiency exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English – and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4760 4641 | 5175 5046 | -- | 6900 6728 |
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
10 Exam preparation lessons
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
Length:
6 -12 weeks exam preparation can be combined with 10, 12, 13, 16, 20 or 24 weeks of General English.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 9 weeks.
16 Sep: 12 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Proficiency exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English – and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2825 2684 | 3390 3221 | 4520 4294 | 5450 5178 | 6540 6213 | 8560 8132 | 10700 10165 |
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
8 Exam preparation lessons
2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is accepted as a proof of language proficiency for over 9.000 academic, professional and government organizations. It's required for admissions to universities and student visas in many English-speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2975 2901 | 3570 3481 | 4760 4641 | 5750 5607 | 6900 6728 | 9040 8814 | 11300 11018 |
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
8 Exam preparation lessons
2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is accepted as a proof of language proficiency for over 9.000 academic, professional and government organizations. It's required for admissions to universities and student visas in many English-speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:50
Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center
The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-6 weeks is EUR 55
7-12 weeks is EUR 95
13-18 weeks is EUR 145
19-24 weeks is EUR 195
25-30 weeks is EUR 245
31-36 weeks is EUR 295
37-42 weeks is EUR 345
43-48 weeks is EUR 395
49-52 weeks is EUR 445.
Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).
Students must book travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Cape Town. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:
- Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.
Accommodation: - The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 50 per week.
- Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
- Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
01 Jan 2024, 21 Mar 2024, 22 Mar 2024, 27 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 16 Jun 2024, 09 Aug 2024, 24 Sep 2024, 16 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
EF International Language Center (EF)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Student support desk
Free water dispenser
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 20Number of public PC workstations: 50Free parking (<500m)
Student Age
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | -- | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Only available to book as an add-on for course options that don't already include accommodation.
Please note that the final price will fluctuate depending on whether booking is during the high season or not. Price will be confirmed upon initial booking request before payment.
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FAQ about EF International Language Center, Cape Town
- What is the best price for a course at EF Languages Abroad, Cape Town?English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 471 € for Summer Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is it possible to take a course at EF International Language Center as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: CAE Exam Preparation
- Is airport pickup offered by EF Languages Abroad?Yes. The school offers pickup from Cape Town International Airport ( €)
- What is the number of students per class at English First?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (Intensive Course ) to 17 students (Intensive Course )
- What is the qualification of the teachers at EF International Language Center?70% of teachers at EF International Language Center hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- EF International Language Center offers courses for which ages?EF International Language Center offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.