Ali Baba International Center 
Amman, Jordan
Queen Rania Street - 11941 Amman - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- In-campus activities include Arabic calligraphy, Jordanian cooking, Arabic henna, watching Arabic movies and more.
- Excellent rating of teaching quality4.7
- Top rated social activities4.3
- Apartment - private accommodation very close to school
- Top rated school facilities4.7
- Welcome dinner.
Location: Ali Baba International Center is located in the historical city of Amman, the capital city of Jordan. A large city which mixes the modern-day with ancient Romanic ruins, Amman has much to offer students from a very diverse and culturally rich environment. Ali Baba International Center is well situated within the heart of the city's university district, surrounded by cafés, supermarkets, bookstores and all a student may need to feel at comfort within the city.
School facilities: The facilities of the school are excellent, modern and offer students everything they may need to reach their language goals. These facilities include many classrooms, a cafeteria, a computer lab, a lounge area and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with televisions, heating, air conditioning and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Course selection: Course selection consists of short and long term courses, suitable for complete beginners through to full proficiency. Lessons are taught in groups and privately, with combinations of both group and private lessons being favourable amongst many students.
Accommodation: Accommodation in Amman is readily available through the school in Homestay, Private Studio Apartments and Shared Apartments, some of which are within walking distance of the school.
Social and Cultural: Weekly in-campus and off-campus extracurricular activities are arranged by the school. These can include such activities as Arabic Calligraphy, cooking classes, tours of the city and much more, making sure that students have a great time in Amman, whilst achieving their language goals.
Arabic Courses
General Language
Standard 20
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from250US$238US$ / week More
Standard 20
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1400 1330 | 1800 1710 | 2200 2090 | 3400 3230 | 4200 3990 | 5000 4750 | 5600 5320 |
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Starting dates
2025: 05 Jan 2025, 02 Feb 2025, 02 Mar 2025, 06 Apr 2025, 04 May 2025, 01 Jun 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 03 Aug 2025, 31 Aug 2025, 28 Sep 2025, 26 Oct 2025, 23 Nov 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
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1-month Summer Course20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from250US$238US$ / week More
1-month Summer Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
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250US$238US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | -- | -- | -- | 1000 950 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
2025: 01 Jun 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 03 Aug 2025
This course combines language lessons with an extensive program of social and cultural activities.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "1-month Summer Course" at Ali Baba International Center
Lisa
"It was really nice to have these small classes."
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2-month Summer Course20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from225US$214US$ / week More
2-month Summer Course
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1800 1710 | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
2025: 01 Jun 2025, 06 Jul 2025
This course combines language lessons with an extensive program of social and cultural activities.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
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3-month College Term Course20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from217US$207US$ / week More
3-month College Term Course
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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217US$207US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2600 2470 |
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Starting dates
2025: 05 Jan 2025, 06 Apr 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 28 Sep 2025
For college and university students. It is based on international textbooks, supplemented by a wide range of extra materials to meet curricular requirements of most universities. Students may seek accreditation from their respective universities before registration or after completion of the course.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
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3-month Summer Course20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from217US$207US$ / week More
3-month Summer Course
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2600 2470 |
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Starting dates
2025: 01 Jun 2025
This course combines language lessons with an extensive program of social and cultural activities.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
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4-month College Semester Course20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from213US$203US$ / week More
4-month College Semester Course
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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213US$203US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3400 3230 |
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Starting dates
2025: 02 Feb 2025, 31 Aug 2025
For college and university students. It is based on international textbooks, supplemented by a wide range of extra materials to meet curricular requirements of most universities. Students may seek accreditation from their respective universities before registration or after completion of the course.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
16 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
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Bildungsurlaub30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from500US$475US$ / week More
Bildungsurlaub
30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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500US$475US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 500 475 | 1000 950 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
2025: 05 Jan 2025, 02 Feb 2025, 02 Mar 2025, 06 Apr 2025, 04 May 2025, 01 Jun 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 03 Aug 2025, 31 Aug 2025, 28 Sep 2025, 26 Oct 2025, 23 Nov 2025
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Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "Bildungsurlaub" at Ali Baba International Center
Erik
"Educational leave Arabic"
Anja
"My certificate does not contain any information on educational leave "
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Combined 10 (20 group + 10 individual)30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from500US$475US$ / week More
Combined 10 (20 group + 10 individual)
30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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500US$475US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2900 2755 | 3800 3610 | 4700 4465 | 7400 7030 | 9200 8740 | 11000 10450 | 12600 11970 |
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Starting dates
2025: 05 Jan 2025, 02 Feb 2025, 02 Mar 2025, 06 Apr 2025, 04 May 2025, 01 Jun 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 03 Aug 2025, 31 Aug 2025, 28 Sep 2025, 26 Oct 2025, 23 Nov 2025
Combination of 20 group lessons and 10 individual lessons per week. Individual lessons are a great way to enhance the learning experience and progress more quickly.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "Combined 10 (20 group + 10 individual)" at Ali Baba International Center
Andrea
"Super! Plenty of time to learn, repeat and ask questions"
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Combined 5 (20 group + 5 individual)25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from375US$357US$ / week More
Combined 5 (20 group + 5 individual)
25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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375US$357US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 375 357 | 750 713 | 1125 1069 | 1500 1425 | 2150 2043 | 2800 2660 | 3450 3278 | 4100 3895 | 5400 5130 | 6700 6365 | 8000 7600 |
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Starting dates
2025: 05 Jan 2025, 02 Feb 2025, 02 Mar 2025, 06 Apr 2025, 04 May 2025, 01 Jun 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 03 Aug 2025, 31 Aug 2025, 28 Sep 2025, 26 Oct 2025, 23 Nov 2025
Combination of 20 group lessons and 5 individual lessons per week. Individual lessons are a great way to enhance the learning experience and make faster progress.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Online
Online Private Lessons 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from250US$238US$ / week More
Online Private Lessons 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
250US$238US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
10 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Online Private Lessons 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from500US$475US$ / week More
Online Private Lessons 20
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
500US$475US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3500 3325 | 4000 3800 | 4500 4275 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
10 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Private Lessons 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from300US$285US$ / week More
Private Lessons 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
300US$285US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2100 1995 | 2400 2280 | 2700 2565 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
Lessons can be tailored to the student's needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
10 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private Lessons 1515 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from450US$428US$ / week More
Private Lessons 15
15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
450US$428US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1350 1283 | 1800 1710 | 2250 2138 | 2700 2565 | 3150 2993 | 3600 3420 | 4050 3848 | 4500 4275 | 5400 5130 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
Lessons can be tailored to the student's needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
10 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private Lessons 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from600US$570US$ / week More
Private Lessons 20
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
600US$570US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 | 4200 3990 | 4800 4560 | 5400 5130 | 6000 5700 | 7200 6840 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
Lessons can be tailored to the student's needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
10 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private Lessons 2525 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from750US$713US$ / week More
Private Lessons 25
25 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
750US$713US$ / week
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 750 713 | 1500 1425 | 2250 2138 | 3000 2850 | 3750 3563 | 4500 4275 | 5250 4988 | 6000 5700 | 6750 6413 | 7500 7125 | 9000 8550 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
Lessons can be tailored to the student's needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
10 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Semi-Private Lessons 1010 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts dailyOffer!from400US$380US$ / week More
Semi-Private Lessons 10
10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
400US$380US$ / week
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1200 1140 | 1600 1520 | 2000 1900 | 2400 2280 | 2800 2660 | 3200 3040 | 3600 3420 | 4000 3800 | 4800 4560 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
Price is for two students with the same level who book and study together.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
10 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Ali Baba International Center include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- 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: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Arabic Calligraphy - Activity1/70
Student excursion2/70
placement test3/70
The first day, a definition of Jordanian culture4/70
Shared lessons5/70
Shared lessons6/70
Shared lessons7/70
The first day, a definition of Jordanian culture8/70
Group Course9/70
Certificate day10/70
11/70
The first day, a definition of Jordanian culture12/70
Certificate day13/70
Group Course for Kids 14/70
The first day, a definition of Jordanian culture15/70
Enjoying a meal 16/70
Studying at Ali Baba International Center17/70
Students in class at Ali Baba International Center18/70
Tasty treats 19/70
Students learning to cook local style20/70
21/70
Studying 22/70
In the classroom23/70
Learning through music24/70
25/70
Students in Amman26/70
Students in class27/70
Students relaxing 28/70
Petra trip29/70
Petra trip30/70
Petra trip31/70
Facilities Ali Baba International Center32/70
Arabic calligraphy - lessons33/70
Online Lessons34/70
Arabic calligraphy - lessons35/70
Online Lessons36/70
Receive the school bag37/70
Suitability lessons38/70
Suitability lessons39/70
Suitability lessons40/70
Facilities Ali Baba International Center41/70
First day, city trip42/70
Facilities Ali Baba International Center43/70
Facilities Ali Baba International Center44/70
Facilities Ali Baba International Center45/70
Facilities Ali Baba International Center46/70
Facilities Ali Baba International Center47/70
Facilities Ali Baba International Center48/70
49/70
placement test50/70
Certificate Distribution Ceremony - the last day of the training program51/70
Certificate Distribution Ceremony - the last day of the training program52/70
Class activity53/70
placement test54/70
Jordanian lunch55/70
Jordanian lunch56/70
The first day, an introduction to the Jordanian Cultural Center57/70
Homeworks58/70
Jordanian lunch59/70
Jordanian lunch60/70
Certificate Distribution Ceremony - the last day of the training program61/70
Henna Drawing - Activity62/70
Enjoying the local cuisine63/70
Cooking64/70
Online Lessons65/70
Online Lessons66/70
Online Lessons67/70
Online Lessons68/70
Online Lessons69/70
70/70
Student opinions about Ali Baba International Center, Amman
4.5
Overall school rating of
Ali Baba International Center, Amman
Ali Baba International Center, Amman
16 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
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Students 18-30 years (2 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (6 ratings)
Students 50+ years (8 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Erik
57 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Great teachers, not only the language but also the culture was taught, I got a lot of background knowledge that I can use well in my job. Arabic is one of the most difficult languages to learn. Both teachers, Du'a in the first week and Dareen in the second week, were very patient with me. The other staff were also always very nice.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Educational leave Arabic
Course: Bildungsurlaub [Arabisch] - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Jul. 2024 by Erik Jenner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Meghan
56 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I loved my teacher, the individual focus and the excursions. The facility is very clean and everyone is very courteous and professional.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard 20 [Arabic] - 1 week
Review date: 14. Oct. 2019 by Meghan Alfen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Marie-francoise
68 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Excellent pedagogy. School with a close attention to the actual level of the students.”
Insider tip: “Petra, of course, but also the lower town, the Citadel, the Roman theater ..”
Details of the review
Other comments It is more than advisable to speak English to get explanations from teachers, at least for beginners.
Course: private course - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Aug. 2015 by Marie-francoise Duthu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Lisa
24 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The small classes, the practical vocabulary, the organization for the accommodation.”
“Sometimes I missed having some practical information from the beginning what many people would need but nobody knew. Maybe its possible to have a document where all students can write information they find important that everybody knows: e.g. the bus card you get in front of the university, with this bus you can go to wasat il balad...”
Insider tip: “Go to Wadi Mujib, it is totally worth it but you dont need a guided tour (I heard people do that but you cant do something wrong).”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was really nice to have these small classes.
Course: 1-month Summer Course [Arabic] - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Sep. 2022 by Lisa Baumeister
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Magali
31 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The courses were adapted. The teacher use perfect materials to learn the language”
Details of the review
Other comments Nice school with a complete equipment and a very friendly team
Course: Standard 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Feb. 2018 by Magali Gilson
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Andrea
49 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Friendly, cordial staff, great teacher who taught us with a lot of patience.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Super! Plenty of time to learn, repeat and ask questions
Course: Bildungsurlaub - 2 weeks
Review date: 13. Nov. 2023 by Andrea Möller
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Rainer
49 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very friendly people and very pleasant ambience, I'll be happy to come back!”
Details of the review
Course: Standard 20 - 1 week
Review date: 14. Jun. 2023 by Rainer Schaible
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Chris
54 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The facilities were excellent, the teaching staff was very professional.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Dec. 2016 by Chris Kennedy
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Anja
54 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The group composition of the class, it was about the same level”
“I only had repetitions, which I actually needed, but I would have liked to learn something new as well.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: My certificate does not contain any information on educational leave
Course: Bildungsurlaub - 1 week
Review date: 9. Apr. 2023 by Anja Schiffner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Rainer
48 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very well organized and very comprehensive teaching.”
Details of the review
Course: Bildungsurlaub - 1 week
Review date: 12. Jun. 2022 by Rainer Schaible
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Maria
62 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Lessons very well designed, varied teaching methods”
“Unfortunately, only two lessons per day, as I was the only beginner.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Jan. 2023 by Maria Kroiss-Harringer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ayse
35 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very good teachers and dedicated administration.”
“The only thing I can think of is that the abundance of lessons is very intensive for a short stay. However, this is also due to my short availability.”
Details of the review
Course: Bildungsurlaub - 1 week
Review date: 12. Jun. 2022 by Ayse Kurt
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Amel
38 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The atmosphere rather friendly and studious.”
Details of the review
Course: Private course 20 [Arabe] - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Jan. 2018 by Amel Traikia
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Helene
56 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The hours”
Details of the review
Other comments Friendly staff and teachers
Course: Combined 5 (20 group + 5 individual) [Arabic] - 3 weeks
Review date: 19. Sep. 2018 by Helene Mikui Lind
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of Ali Baba International Center compared to ratings of all schools in Jordan
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Ali Baba International Center
Accreditations and Quality seals
International House World OrganizationArabic teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
40% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Ali Baba International Center and you book here.
Ali Baba International Center operated previously under the name
International House Amman
Year of school foundation
2005
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
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
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 20
- Number of public PC workstations: 40
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Additional comment about facilities of school
The Ali Baba International Center offers a comprehensive set of students’ services under one roof. The students, once enrolled in, will find all their needs met in one place. Aside for the multifunction classrooms, the center has a large Study & Internet Area, a bookshop, and western and elegant café overlooking the beautiful campus of the University of Jordan.
Multifunction Classrooms
The Ali Baba International Center occupies a large area – approximately 1000 squared meters. This has allowed us to have more than fifteen multifunction classrooms of different sizes that can be used simultaneously. The classrooms have comfortable seats and are equipped with state-of-art teaching facilities to facilitate effective teaching.
Study & Internet Area
The study area is the school’s largest and most spacious area designed to meet our students’ needs. It is equipped with private and shared areas and a consolidated computer area with a high internet speed connectivity. Students do not only study, but also meet new friends from all over the world and extend their professional network with like-minded people.
Bookshop
In order to provide comprehensive services for the students enrolled at the Ali Baba International Center, we have a modern bookshop, fully equipped with copy machines and high definition printers and plotters. The bookshop provides printing services, in addition to selling textbooks and stationaries to the enrolled students.
Western Café
The western and elegant café at the Ali Baba International Center offers a wide range of coffees, cold and warm refreshments, snacks, sandwiches with sides at affordable prices. Overlooking the University of Jordan’s beautiful campus, the cafeteria area provides an excellent view to enjoy while taking a break.
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 20% |
| Germany | 20% |
| Italy | 10% |
| Switzerland | 10% |
| England | 10% |
| France | 8% |
| Sweden | 5% |
| Turkey | 5% |
| Japan | 5% |
| Korea | 5% |
| Netherlands | 2% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 5% |
| 18-24 years | 35% |
| 25-34 years | 20% |
| 35-50 years | 20% |
| >50 years | 20% |
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 100
Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
15 years
10 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses In summer: 10
Junior courses Throughout the year: 10
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 27 years
Information for all courses offered by Ali Baba International Center
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 25 US$ per course level.
Comments about courses
School week is from Sunday to Thursday. There are no regular group lessons on Friday and Saturday. However, private customized courses can be offered on Saturdays on demand.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 30 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 30 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 01 Apr 2025, 02 Apr 2025, 03 Apr 2025, 04 Apr 2025, 05 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 25 May 2025, 05 Jun 2025, 06 Jun 2025, 07 Jun 2025, 08 Jun 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 26 Jun 2025, 04 Sep 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 30 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 01 Apr 2025, 02 Apr 2025, 03 Apr 2025, 04 Apr 2025, 05 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 25 May 2025, 05 Jun 2025, 06 Jun 2025, 07 Jun 2025, 08 Jun 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 26 Jun 2025, 04 Sep 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Arabic language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
Queen Alia International Airport:
50 US$ one way
100 US$ return (both ways)
100 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
More details about airports near Amman and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Amman page. For flight comparisons to Amman, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
School Activities Ali Baba International Center
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Different sets of in-campus and off-campus extra-curricular activities are arranged every week. In-campus activities include, but not limited to, Arabic Calligraphy, Traditional Lunch, Arabic Henna, Watching Arabic movies, and Sand Art bottles classes. Off-campus activities include a trip to downtown Amman upon arrival, a trip to a Petra in the south, a trip to Jerash and Ajloun in the north, a trip to the Dead Sea, field trips to museums /Schools/Local Families /Orphanage Centers among other places. We have a language-partner program, through which we introduce language students to local university students. Many other activities can be arranged depending on the number of enrolled students. The center reserves the right to add, remove, change, or cancel any activity depending on factors such as the season of enrollment, weather conditions, and the number of enrolled students, among other factors.
Adults - Paid activities
The center provides free in-campus activities, and free transportation to Petra, the Dead Sea, Jerash and downtown. The center may assist the students in organizing other paid trips and activities.
Accommodation
Private Studio Apartment 
In high demand!
5 ratings Single room, No meals 
Private bathroom
from
175 US$/ week Show more
Private Studio Apartment
In high demand!
5 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
175 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 175 | 350 | 525 | 650 | 825 | 1000 | 1175 | 1300 | 1650 | 1950 | 175 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Friday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
30 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
3 minutes walking (average reported by 4 former students).
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Student comments about Private Studio Apartment
Erik
"Private studio flat"
Maria
"Flat very dirty, I was told that they were not informed that the room was occupied. No cooking utensils. After difficult conversations in terms of language, I was given a hoover and cleaning supplies to clean the room myself."
Homestay 7 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Private bathroom
from
250 US$/ week Show more
Homestay
7 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Private bathroom
from
250 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 850 | 1100 | 1350 | 1600 | 1850 | 2350 | 2850 | 250 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
Few families live within a walking distance from the center. Families live in different parts of Amman, and the average Taxi drive to the center from most host families is in the range 15 – 20 minutes. Due to cultural issues, only a few families accept male students, and therefore, male students may apply for this option, however, availability at the time of application may not always be guaranteed.
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Friday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
40 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
15
Maximum age of students
80
Student comments about Homestay
Lisa
"I am not sure if I would choose it again. on one side I could meet people from Jordan and could learn some things about the country. Also, I got to eat some Jordanian food, which was nice. On the other hand this family did not seem to have real interest in me, sometimes I didnt see them for four days. The man didn't take the time to speak to me, just when he had something to do in the kitchen and I was there. The woman sat with me often when I had my supper which was nice but disappeared all of a sudden to the living room where I never sat because I wasn't sure if I can be there or just in my room and the kitchen. In the end they didn't have time to have one meal together where I would cook something from home. But maybe they were just busy. And I couldn't say goodbye to them because the man was in the sleeping room my whole last evening and the woman came home at one am.
Also, I was never sure if I could enter the building to get into the flat because they didn't have a key for the house so I sometimes sat there until somebody would come outside (but of course because of that I couldn't be too late).
But still, I really appreciated that the woman took some time with me and told me things about Jordan and taught me some amia and cooked for me. When I came home she asked me in Arabic how my day was, which was nice but then she switched to English because she wouldn't try to speak Fusha because it doesnt make sense to speak standard Arabic. So I didn't really speak a lot of Arabic even though I am quite capable meanwhile to have a conversation in Arabic. But I guess I could have insisted more.
I would recommend the school to let the students evaluate their family in the end of the stay not just anonymous so they can see how the families are and if several students share the same experiences. I don't know if this is anonymous so I will write my name: Lisa and I was in the family of Tamara and Ammar Haddad"
Meghan
"Wonderful homestay family - very warm and welcoming and a wonderful cook! The downside was having to take a 15 minute taxi ride back and forth every day, which meant extra money and time."
Private Standard Apartment 1 rating Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
200 US$/ week Show more
Private Standard Apartment
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
200 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 200 | 400 | 600 | 750 | 950 | 1150 | 1350 | 1500 | 1900 | 2250 | 200 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
Apartment with bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, small living area, air-condition or fan and desk.
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Friday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
35 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
80
Student comments about Private Standard Apartment
Andrea
"Adequate equipment for the price, if help is wanted/needed someone is available, uncomplicated "
Shared Apartment Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
150 US$/ week Show more
Shared Apartment
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
150 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 150 | 300 | 450 | 550 | 700 | 850 | 1000 | 1100 | 1400 | 1650 | 150 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
This option is available for couples only.
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Friday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
25 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Shared Apartment Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
125 US$/ week Show more
Shared Apartment
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
125 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 125 | 250 | 375 | 450 | 563 | 675 | 788 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 125 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per person
In this accommodation you will share a room with other students (amount can vary) and you share the facilities of the place with them.
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Friday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
20 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Questions and answers about Ali Baba International Center
Which textbook is used?
“The school has developed its own teaching material according to the language level based on books such as Al-Kitaab and Al-Assas. ”
Ali, Administration from Ali Baba International Center, Amman - Mar 30, 2023
FAQ about Ali Baba International Center, Amman
What languages are spoken by the school's teachers?
“It seems that the school staff speak Arabic, English, German and Spanish. However, this cannot be guaranteed by the school. ”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 27, 2023
I would like to know what the timetable is for the daytime classes if I choose the 20 classes per week + 10 individual classes.
“For the chosen course (Combined 10 (20 group + 10 individual)), the schedule is as follows: Sunday-Thursday (9:00 -16:00)
In general, group lessons are given in the morning and individual lessons in the afternoon. ”
In general, group lessons are given in the morning and individual lessons in the afternoon. ”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 17, 2023
Is airport pickup offered by Ali Baba International Center?
Yes. The school offers pickup from Queen Alia International Airport (50 US$)
What is the number of students per class at Ali Baba?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Ali Baba varies from 1 students (Online Private Lessons 10) to 10 students (Standard 20)
Which countries are students of Ali Baba International Center from?
The highest Nationality percentage at Ali Baba International Center comes from USA with a 20% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and England (10%).
Ali Baba International Center offers courses for which ages?
Ali Baba International Center offers courses from 10 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 27 for the rest of the year.
Terms of Ali Baba International Center
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
Ali Al-Haj | Tax registration ID: 8714940
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA require a visa to enter and study in Jordan.
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
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.
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