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Ahlan-EgyptAlexandria, Egypt

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

43 students - overall rating
8 El-Gorfa El-Togareya St. - 21519 Alexandria - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Small class sizes
  • Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
  • Welcome dinner.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 4.7619047619048%
18-24 years 28.571428571429%
25-34 years 38.095238095238%
35-50 years 19.047619047619%
>50 years 9.5238095238095%
The average age outside summer is 11 years higher than in summer.

Location: Ahlan-Egypt Alexandria is located in the historic and unique city of Alexandria, Egypt. The school is downtown, with excellent access to shops, restaurants, cafés and local attractions. The Library of Alexandria, the Citadel of Qaitbay, the Ancient Roman Amphitheatre, and the Serapeum and Pompey's Pillar, are all within walking distance, ensuring that students have great opportunities to engage with the city's culture whilst achieving their language goals. Alexandria International Airport is a 15-20 minute taxi ride from the school.

Course selection: Course selection with Ahlan-Egypt includes both Modern Standard Arabic and Egyptian Colloquial Arabic, taught over various intensities. One-to-one lessons are also available independently or in conjunction with a group course, ensuring that students receive all the tuition necessary to reach their language goals.

School facilities: The school facilities include full kitchen use for students, a library, movie rentals, free WIFI and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.

School chain: The Ahlan schools all stem from the Ahlan World group. They have several schools throughout Egypt, Jordan, Morroco and Italy, teaching Arabic, at all levels, to the highest of standards.

The Ahlan philosophy outlines their approach to teaching. Their view is that learning a new language is not merely learning how to spell or speak that language, but also learning about the cultures surrounding the language and its history. Many Ahlan schools offer extracurricular activities, including local seminars, initiatives with local organisations, and weekly activities and excursions.

Ahlan means welcome, outlining how all Ahlan schools strive to make students feel welcomed whilst studying with them.

Arabic Courses

General Language
Online
Private

Our prices for Ahlan-Egypt include

  • INCLUDED Welcome dinner
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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Student opinions about Ahlan-Egypt, Alexandria

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Overall school rating of
Ahlan-Egypt, Alexandria
School
Location of the school
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Accommodation
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Other
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (10 ratings)
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Students 31-49 years (15 ratings)
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Students 50+ years (15 ratings)
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The general atmosphere was excellent. The relationship between the students and the teachers' staff was very pleasant, friendly and professional. Beside language studies we have received a deeper insight into Egyptian and Islamic culture through well-organized free time activities. (eg.: a week-end trip to the Sahara.)rnThe other very important and useful factor was the unlimited free internet access both at the school and in the accomodation which made communication with family and friends back at home very easy and cheap.
Insider tip: It was rather difficult to purchase notebooks in downtown Alexandria. I would advise other students not to rely on buying stationary in Alex.
Review details
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Aug. 2010 by Judit Karpati
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The super sweet teachers! And i experienced lots of activities by school, almost every day they asked who wanted to join with the activities in the weekends.
Insider tip: Time is going very fast so enjoy!
Review details
Other comments Some things went wrong with my arrival (not schools fault, but my own) and the school immediatly called and find a solution! Very good of the school!
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Aug. 2010 by Michelle Leijten
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The friendliness of the people and the great discoveries of little things that we did on foot.
Insider tip: Our cost performant Hotel Ramzis on the Corniche. And of course the school with its nice people.
Review details
Other comments Well, in addition to the professionalism of my teacher Asmea just the cordial atmosphere that prevailed throughout my stay at the school.
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Feb. 2017 by Aline Hense
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Great teachers, perfect location, great atmosphere among classmates, lots of activities.
Disliked
Nothing, everything is fine.
Review details
Course: Intensive Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) [Árabe] - 4 weeks
Review date: 4. Aug. 2024 by Pablo De Lucas Ginés
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The enthusiasm and generosity of the teachers, and others involved in administration.
Insider tip: Bring a dictionary
Review details
Other comments I would have benefitted more from a more traditional textbook, with AV materials, a relevant vocabulary, and a clear study plan.
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 4 weeks
Review date: 14. Aug. 2011 by Michael Twomey
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Quality of teachers and courses, discovering of culture, availability of the staff.
Insider tip: Do not forget the sun cream for El Alamein, Siwa is really worth the 9 to 10 hours journey !!
Review details
Other comments The calligraphy course was interesting but too short. Cooking course for the gourmets.
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2012 by Laurent Naidon
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Very familiar, warm, competent - great value-added learning; it was super !!!!
Disliked
I was only there for a week, there's nothing to complain about.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: One-to-One worked out really well - the teachers are great
Other comments Highly recommended
Course: One-to-One Lessons 20 - 1 week
Review date: 22. Feb. 2023 by Debora Kuscher
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The standard of education, their hospitality and the wonderful atmosphere.
Insider tip: Take the dialect course even though they are studying standard.
Review details
Other comments The people working in the school will help you with anything you wish and the experience of this is soooo valuable!
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 18 weeks
Review date: 1. Jan. 2011 by Linda Magnusson
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers know how to adapt to everyone's needs and are very patient.
Review details
Course: Intensive Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) - 3 weeks
Review date: 25. Nov. 2024 by Sofien Koussa
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Mohammed Ibrahim was an excellent professional Teacher.
Review details
Course: Private classes - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Jul. 2017 by Helmut Kuhn
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Teachers. Good teaching methods. Very satisfied.
Insider tip: I would have liked the school to organise cultural meetings with the other students.
Review details
Other comments I would have had a description of the payable trips, what is included and what is not, before departure. Not just a verbal statement from the school and a price that changes thereafter.
Course: Modern standard Arabic [Arabe] - 3 weeks
Review date: 30. Dec. 2018 by Luce Bernard
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Good quality of teaching and provided materials.
Review details
Course: Modern Standard Arabic and Egyptian Colloquial Arabic [Arabic] - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Feb. 2019 by Virág Szentandrási
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Teachers very professional, very friendly.
Insider tip: Tandem program is very nice.
Review details
Other comments possible to call teachers 24/7 is very nice if you come alone to other country.
Course: Egyptian dialect - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Aug. 2010 by Mariska Moll-luten
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Communication-organisation and respect.
Disliked
Acceptable.
Insider tip: It's fine
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Not bad. pleasant
Other comments Nothing and good luck
Course: Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) - 3 weeks
Review date: 21. Aug. 2023 by Maher Osman
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Nice staff, nice rooms, good teachers
Review details
Course: Private classes - 1 week
Review date: 10. May. 2015 by Simone Dengler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Accessible by public transportation
Review details
Course: Private classes - 1 week
Review date: 7. Sep. 2010 by Frank Schindel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Friendly and flexible staff
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The quality of teaching was average. However the teacher was willing to look into new subjects of interest for me.
Other comments I booked an MSA course plus intensive teaching (3 plus 2 hours). Due to the fact that I was the only student in my level and that I was only staying for two weeks in Egypt, the school offered me private lessons in the afternoon (2 hours MSA and 1.5 hour intensive teaching).
Course: Intensive Modern Standard Arabic [Arabic] - 2 weeks
Review date: 10. Nov. 2019 by Rene Spitz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Great teachers and staff.
Review details
Course: Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) - 2 weeks
Review date: 13. Nov. 2022 by Shigeko Kurimoto
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
All-round service
Review details
Other comments great oriental hospitality
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 4 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2013 by Markus Pöll
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The atmosphere
Insider tip: The city and its inhabitants who are very welcoming, its streets, its cafes....
Review details
Other comments the teaching staff is great. I found the lessons very interesting and fun..Very good place to have wonderful encounters...
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Jul. 2012 by Idris Khawaja
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Friendliness
Review details
Other comments It is a pity to give students a photocopy of the book!
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 8 weeks
Review date: 12. Mar. 2017 by Lakhdar Hammami
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Our teacher
Review details
Other comments more organisation and information from the school
Course: Egyptian dialect - 8 weeks
Review date: 14. Oct. 2009 by Anders Schultz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Our teacher
Review details
Other comments more information and planning would be nice. both before and during the course.
Course: Egyptian dialect - 8 weeks
Review date: 14. Oct. 2009 by Rie Harboe Nielsen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The people
Review details
Course: Egyptian dialect - 13 weeks
Review date: 19. Dec. 2012 by Gerrie Van Der Wal
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Teachers
Review details
Other comments I have done all my trips by myself.but I guess siwa is the place that students should not miss
Course: Modern standard Arabic - 8 weeks
Review date: 23. Oct. 2009 by Petra Plevkova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Ahlan-Egypt compared to ratings of all schools in Egypt

 Ahlan-Egypt AlexandriaAverage of all other schools in Egypt
Overall school rating4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Organisation4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Homestay3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Shared flat4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Ahlan-Egypt

“I give my best at our karaoke nights.. I really like when students start feeling part of Egyptian and Arabic culture, and I am there for make this happen. You will have the "Arab time of your life" with us. Are you ready for it? We are!!”
Affaf Abdo
– 
Affaf Abdo
Director of Ahlan-Egypt
Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Arabic teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
80% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Ahlan-Egypt and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
PayPal - logoEurocheque - logoTravellers Check - logoWestern Union - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2002
Legal name/parent company
Ahlan World | Tax registration ID: 262094150

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Printer for student use

  • Free coffee

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Free parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

    • Halal food offered at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 7

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 8
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses - In summer: 4
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 3
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Junior courses In summer: 8
Junior courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 35 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Italy 20%
Germany 20%
France 20%
England 15%
USA 15%
Spain 5%
Switzerland 5%

Information for all courses offered by Ahlan-Egypt

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
50.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Public holidays will be made up for EXCEPT Eid el-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. These days will not be made up but are discounted from the final price.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 15 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
25 Dec 2024, 10 Apr 2024, 11 Apr 2024, 12 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 05 May 2024, 06 May 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 18 Jun 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 08 Jul 2024, 23 Jul 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
07 Jan 2025, 25 Jan 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 01 Apr 2025, 02 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 06 Jun 2025, 07 Jun 2025, 08 Jun 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 27 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 03 Jul 2025, 23 Jul 2025, 24 Jul 2025, 06 Sep 2025, 06 Oct 2025, 09 Oct 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Arabic language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 240 12
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 480 24
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 540 27
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 600 30
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 660 33
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport:
30 € one way
60 € return (both ways)
Cairo International Airport:
55 € one way
110 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Alexandria.
More details about airports near Alexandria and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Alexandria page. For flight comparisons to Alexandria, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from China require a visa to enter and study in Egypt.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
50 €
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet-
Basketball-
Cooking-
Dancing-
Diving-
Golf30 km
Horse riding100 km
Music-
Sailing-
Squash-
Swimming-
Table Tennis-
Tennis-
Volleyball-
Windsurfing-
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Language and cultural exchanges with Egyptian students
- Evening lectures: Islam, Coptic Religion, Woman in Islam, Egyptian History and Egyptology, Developing Community Projects
- Photography and translation competitions
- Tour to the Islamic and Coptic Alexandria (mosques and churches)

Adults - Paid activities

- Calligraphy courses
- Concerts
- Film festivals
- Belly dance shows in Alexandria
- Tours (Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Roman Amphitheatre, the National Museum & more)
- Tours to Rosetta, Siwa Oasis and Cairo

During the summer: 1 day or 2 days weekend trips to the sea, near Alexandria or in the North Coast (Marina or Marsa Matrouh).

Accommodation

Student Testimonial Videos

Note: The video testimonials of students from Ahlan-Egypt have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at Ahlan-Egypt.

Questions and answers about Ahlan-Egypt

  • Yes, WiFi in the room is available.
    Amira, Human Resources department from Ahlan-Egypt, Alexandria - Feb 12, 2024
  • Yes, the kitchen it shared and fully equipped
    Amira, Human Resources department from Ahlan-Egypt, Alexandria - Feb 12, 2024

FAQ about Ahlan-Egypt, Alexandria

  • Students can start the courses any Sunday at the Ahlan school. They take a placement test and will be placed with the right group according to their level. In case they will not have enough students to create a group the school will organize private tuition for half of the time for the same price. They offer afternoon activities. E.g calligraphy workshops, lectures about Egyptian culture and Egyptian food, etc.
    Amira, from Ahlan, Alexandria - Apr 14, 2022
  • The accommodation Shared Apartment is the most popular among all our clients of Ahlan
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (30 €), Cairo International Airport (55 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Ahlan varies from 1 students (Online One-to-One Lessons) to 8 students (Modern Standard Arabic and Egyptian Colloquial Arabic)
  • 100% of teachers at Ahlan-Egypt hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Ahlan-Egypt comes from Germany with a 20% representation, followed by students from France (20%) and Italy (20%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Ahlan-Egypt offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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